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Trump Plans Private Debt Collectors for Student Loan Defaulters

The Trump administration plans to hire private debt collectors to pursue Americans who have defaulted on federal student loans, reportedly starting after the November midterm elections. Around 9.5 million Americans have defaulted on federal loans, with one in five recipients affected. The Treasury Department aims to implement this plan soon, resuming collections paused during the COVID-19 era, including measures like tax refund offsets and wage garnishments.

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Dussehra 2026 Celebrated with Vijayadashami and Ravana Dahan

Dussehra 2026 is celebrated across India with great enthusiasm, marking the victory of good over evil. The festival includes special rituals like Vijayadashami and Ayudha Puja. According to the Panchang, auspicious timings for these ceremonies and the Ravana Dahan event have been set, allowing devotees to observe the traditions at the correct time.

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Trai Proposes Uniform OTP Format to Reduce Scams

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) is considering a uniform OTP SMS format in discussions with telecom operators and may release a consultation paper. The aim is to create standard templates that make OTP messages easier to recognize and prevent codes from appearing in message previews. However, experts warn that uniformity alone will not eliminate scams.

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Brokerages Optimistic on ICICI Bank Q2, Cautious on HDFC Bank

Brokerages are optimistic about ICICI Bank's strong Q2 earnings and asset quality, while HDFC Bank showed modest profit growth with margin pressures. Both banks have attractive valuations and positive earnings recovery prospects. Despite recent stock declines alongside broader markets, analysts see potential upside for both banks based on target prices.

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Meghan and Harry Disagreed with Queen on 2020 Exit Terms

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry did not agree with the Queen's conditions for their 2020 royal exit, opposing the 'half in, half out' approach. Since moving to California, they have occasionally returned to the UK for private events. Their recent public appearance in Nottingham underscores their continued charity work, despite officially stepping back from royal duties.

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Court Hears Sexual Assault Allegations Against Russell Brand

Several women have accused Russell Brand of sexual assault and rape, describing incidents from 1999 to 2009. One woman testified that Brand forcefully grabbed her and dragged her into a toilet, where she alleges he raped her. Brand's lawyer disputed the claims, arguing the woman willingly followed him into the lavatory. The case is currently being heard in court.

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