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UltraTech Cement Q2 Profit Rises 21% to ₹1,494 Crore

UltraTech Cement reported a 21.3% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to ₹1,493.77 crore for the quarter ending September 30, 2026, up from ₹1,231.58 crore. Revenue increased 18.8% to ₹23,295.07 crore, and net sales grew 18.9% to ₹23,024 crore. Domestic grey-cement sales volumes rose 13.8% to 35.94 million tonnes, with capacity utilization at 71%. The company credited disciplined execution, market expansion, cost optimization, and premium product focus despite challenges like monsoon impact and West Asia crisis.

Business Standard·

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Elon Musk Plans One SpaceX Share for Every American Child by 2027

Elon Musk aims to give one SpaceX share to every child in America by 2027. This ambitious plan raises questions about eligibility criteria and the logistics of distributing shares to millions of children. Since SpaceX is a private company, Musk must navigate complex regulations to ensure shares can be legally transferred and managed under current laws.

Times of India·

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Menopause Hormone Changes Cause Hair Fall in Women 40s-50s

Menopause often leads to hair fall and thinning in women aged 40 to 50 due to hormonal changes, especially a drop in oestrogen. Dr Rashi Soni, dermatologist and hair transplant surgeon, explains that menopause affects the hair cycle, scalp environment, and follicle response, contributing to female pattern hair loss. This condition involves more than just ageing, highlighting the importance of nutrition and hormone balance.

HT Health·

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France PM orders curfews amid unrest, 2,400 arrested

France has seen major unrest due to protests against rising living costs and public services, leading to violence and property damage. Over 2,400 people were arrested nationwide as rioters targeted shops, city halls, and public offices. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu directed local authorities to consider curfews and is reviewing policing policies to curb further violence.

Times of India·

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Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Home and Football Ground Targeted

In the investigation of the firing on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car, Mumbai Police revealed that the accused repeatedly conducted reconnaissance of both the actor's home and a football ground. To avoid suspicion, they often moved in pairs. Three suspects, including a minor from Haryana and two others from Bihar and Haryana, were arrested at Kota railway station while traveling from Mumbai to Delhi. Police are reviewing CCTV footage to track their activities before the attack.

Amar Ujala··Mumbai

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Gold Price May Reach ₹1.60 Lakh by December 2026, Experts Say

Gold prices in India have risen 26.50% since Dussehra 2025, increasing from around ₹1,17,000 to ₹1,48,000 per 10 grams. The MCX gold rate hit a record ₹1,80,779 per 10 grams in January 2026. Experts believe gold has bottomed out and may rise further amid the festival season, influenced by US Fed rate decisions and inflation concerns affecting the US dollar.

Mint Markets·

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