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[l] at 10/13/26 4:15am
On Tuesday, drones targeted two ships in the Black Sea off Bulgaria, causing significant damage and injuries. Rescuers successfully evacuated the crew from one ship, while a second vessel sank during the attack. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev condemned the strikes and sought assistance from NATO and the European Union. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha accused Russia of responsibility for these attacks on commercial vessels.

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[l] at 10/13/26 4:07am
A former gang leader was set to be sentenced on Tuesday for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting death of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, capping the lone prosecution of a long-unsolved murder that shaped the golden age of rap

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[l] at 10/13/26 4:06am
During a recent gathering at Mizoram University, Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia urged financial institutions to provide credit solutions that address the specific needs of the Northeast region. He criticized generic banking products as insufficient, emphasizing customization for each state. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma shared initiatives requiring investment, hinting at potential economic drivers for the area that could facilitate sustained growth and enhance public welfare.

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[l] at 10/13/26 4:06am
Piyush Goyal defended the Election Commission of India during a BJP press conference regarding Congress allegations. He emphasized the autonomy provided to the Commission by the Modi government and contrasted it with Congress’s history. Goyal raised concerns about former election officials’ subsequent political roles in Congress. He highlighted recent changes in the appointment process for the Chief Election Commissioner under the current government.

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[l] at 10/13/26 4:03am
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sought a detailed report on alleged police action against protesters and media personnel during an anti-SIR demonstration in Bengaluru, warning that any excessive use of force would invite accountability. He reaffirmed the right to peaceful protest, while Home Minister Priyank Kharge directed police to protect demonstrators' rights and urged organisers to coordinate with authorities.

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[l] at 10/13/26 4:03am
In a bid to foster indigenous defence technologies, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation teams up with Medhastra Techsystems. This collaboration seeks to pave the way for advancements in artificial intelligence and cognitive warfare, supporting the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative for self-reliance in defence. Joining the IIT Madras ecosystem allows Medhastra to amplify its defence AI capabilities, reinforcing India's position in global technological innovation through academic and industry cooperation.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:54am
Nandan Nilekani's Anti-Neet Paper Leak Plan: Nandan Nilekani has proposed generating NEET question papers at the last minute using AI and a large question bank to reduce paper leak risks. The Infosys co-founder also wants India to expand computer-based testing facilities as part of wider examination reforms.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:46am
The IMF has raised India's growth forecast to 7% for both FY27 and FY28, highlighting the country's resilience despite higher oil prices and a slowing global economy. Strong domestic consumption, infrastructure spending, recovering private investment and AI-related capital expenditure are supporting growth, though inflation, energy costs and weaker rural demand remain risks.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:44am
During an exercise between Egypt and China, the Egyptian Air Force’s Rafale fighter jets reportedly demonstrated better performance than China’s J-16 aircraft in simulated close-range dogfights. Defence Security Asia highlighted the Rafale’s manoeuvrability and rapid nose-pointing capabilities, although publicly available results do not establish how consistently the French-made fighters outperformed their Chinese counterparts.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:42am
Sridhar Vembu Net Worth: Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu and his siblings have a combined net worth of $5.8 billion, according to Forbes. He grew up in a village in Tamil Nadu, studied at IIT Madras and Princeton, and now lives in rural Tenkasi. His wealth is in the news again after he said Zoho staff will not get a pay hike this year.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:37am
Bayer brings together its capabilities in Seeds & Traits, Crop Protection, Digital Farming Solutions and agronomy with tailored mechanization and digital advisory to support farmers through the transition.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:35am
Encouraging a paradigm shift, Uday Kotak of Kotak Mahindra Bank calls for increased Chinese investments in India. He posits that collaborating with Chinese firms could enrich India's manufacturing sector. Kotak’s remarks signal a reassessment of global investment trends, advocating for a cooperative model akin to China’s previous engagements with U.S. companies, aiming to expand the spectrum of available capital even in the face of trade tensions.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:17am
Union minister V Somanna has accused the Congress of opposing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls because it does not want allegedly ineligible voters removed, as the political fight over the exercise intensifies. The Congress says the revision risks disenfranchising genuine voters, while BJP and JD(S) leaders have defended it as necessary for electoral integrity and criticised the Opposition’s campaign against it.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:16am
The Maharashtra government has decided to send MPSC chairperson Vivek Bhimanwar on leave following student protests. This administrative action follows allegations of examination irregularities that have gained national attention. Political figures, including Rahul Gandhi and Rohit Pawar, supported the student-led demonstrations and coordinated efforts. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appointed FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe to the inquiry committee recently.

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[l] at 10/13/26 3:02am
Tanot Mata Temple in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district received more than 20,000 devotees on the opening day of Navratri. Revered as the ‘Goddess of Bombs’ because of accounts of unexploded bombs during the 1965 and 1971 India-Pakistan wars, the border shrine began its 10-day fair with traditional rituals. The BSF has arranged medical assistance, food, crowd management and other facilities for pilgrims.

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[l] at 10/13/26 2:57am
Neha Bora Protest: Neha Bora, the national president of AISA, has drawn attention following protests in Delhi against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Here is what to know about her age, educational qualifications, father, family background, student politics and recent protests.

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[l] at 10/13/26 2:54am
India has officially recognized and standardized the names of 28 geographical features in Ladakh. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated that this move aims to facilitate accurate public awareness. China's Foreign Ministry responded by claiming that India’s actions are illegal and invalid. However, India has firmly rejected these politically motivated claims regarding its territorial integrity. The identification of these locations reinforces India's administrative clarity in the region.

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[l] at 10/13/26 2:52am
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the RBI may take further measures to curb rupee volatility, clarifying that its aim is to stabilise the currency rather than fix its value. The rupee recorded its biggest single-day gain in six months on Monday after the central bank introduced curbs to reduce dollar demand and intervened in the market by selling dollars.

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[l] at 10/13/26 2:52am
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the RBI may take further measures to curb rupee volatility, clarifying that its aim is to stabilise the currency rather than fix its value. The rupee recorded its biggest single-day gain in six months on Monday after the central bank introduced curbs to reduce dollar demand and intervened in the market by selling dollars.

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