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Rs 4 lakh investment built an Rs 7848 crore empire. How a Mumbai man, who once earned Rs 150 a month, built a flourishing diagnostic laboratory chain
The entrepreneurial path of Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani shows how perseverance, vision, and ingenuity can help create a profitable business with little funding. He invested just Rs 4 lakh to start a small thyroid testing lab in 1996, with Rs 2 lakh coming from personal savings and another Rs 2 lakh taken out of his provident fund.
MIT scientists scanned a larval zebrafish brain 200 times per second; ultraviolet light triggered electrical activity that spread across its brain
A groundbreaking microscope developed by MIT enables ultra-fast imaging of neuronal activity in zebrafish brains, achieving scans at an impressive 200 frames per second. Although only 25% of neurons have shown responses thus far, this represents a pivotal stride in neuroscience. Researchers aspire to leverage this technology for insights into neuron interactions within networks, potentially broadening its application to more sophisticated animal models in future investigations.
E20 petrol supplied by PSU oil firms meets prescribed quality standards: Oil Min
The government's statement confirmed compliance of 893 petrol samples with prescribed ethanol content standards. Karnataka's Department of Food contested these findings, claiming higher ethanol levels in some petrol samples. Oil marketing companies asserted their sampling procedures were not followed during inspections in Karnataka. They requested access to sampling documentation and proposed joint testing of the ethanol content.
CBSE Marks Bifurcation 2027: Class 10, 12 students, check how marks will be divided between theory papers, practicals and internal assessments
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the subject-wise marks bifurcation for Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations 2027 for the 2026-27 academic session. The notification details how marks will be divided between theory papers, practical examinations, project work and internal assessments across different subjects. Students can check the CBSE marks distribution PDF to understand subject-wise weightage, theory exam duration and practical assessment requirements ahead of the board examinations.
Matthew Wright passes away at 52: How did 'Ellen DeGeneres Show' producer die? Cause of death revealed
Matthew Wright, the esteemed producer behind the Ellen DeGeneres Show, passed away in Los Angeles on October 30, 2026. His demise was linked to cardiopulmonary arrest caused by hypertension and various health issues. In response, a GoFundMe page has been initiated to assist his family with funeral and memorial expenses. Ellen DeGeneres and Andy Lassner generously contributed to help cover these costs.
CBSE Date Sheet 2027: Class 12, 10 subject-wise exam dates and timings, download PDF here
CBSE 2027 board exam date class 10, 12 subject wise PDF: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the date sheet for the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations 2027. The examinations for both classes will begin on February 16, 2027. Students can download the complete subject-wise examination timetable here.
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CBSE announces Class 10, 12 board exam dates; check when February papers begin in 2027
The CBSE will conduct its Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations from February 16, 2027. While the Class 10 exams will conclude on March 9, the Class 12 examinations will continue until April 9. The board has released the date sheets 101 days before the examinations begin.

CBSE Date Sheet 2027: When will class 10, 12 timetable be released? Check expected exam dates, practical schedule and how to download PDF
CBSE is anticipated to release the date sheet for the 2027 Class 10 and Class 12 exams. These examinations are expected to occur from February to April 2027. Practical assessments for these classes will begin earlier in November 2026 and January 2027. Students should check the official CBSE website for updates and official announcements regularly. The official timetable will be accessible for download once released from cbse.gov.in.

Go Digit says IRDAI's EoM rules led to unintended rise in commission
Goyal said that the existing Expense of Management (EoM) framework had failed to achieve its intended objective of reducing expenses, with some insurers using savings from large government and crop insurance businesses to increase commissions in retail segments.

Go Digit posts 31% dip in net profit to Rs 142 crore
The company’s management had previously noted that in the last five years there has been no increase in third-party motor insurance rates, while pricing across most lines has drifted down and claims costs have continued to rise.

Florida planted Australian pine for shade, windbreaks, and storm protection; by 1993, the fast-growing tree had invaded more than 372,000 acres
Australian pines were brought to Florida in the 1800s as a means of protecting against storms and enhancing landscapes. By 1993, however, these trees had taken over more than 372,000 acres, leading to harmful impacts on local ecosystems through monocultures. A study following Hurricane Andrew revealed that merely 4% of these trees withstood the severe winds, exposing their shallow root problems.

Mumbai woman wins nearly ₹10 lakh prize and free vacation for sleeping 9 hours for 60 days; check how to apply for next season 6
Jiniya Chatterjee from Mumbai emerged as the winner of the fifth season of Wakefit Sleep Internship. The competition attracted over 2 lakh applications, with ten candidates advancing to the finals after several screenings. The grand finale featured various challenges that assessed contestants on sleep quality and creativity.

Sitaram Denims India files IPO papers with Sebi
Sitaram Denims India Ltd plans to launch an initial public offering with two components. The IPO includes a fresh issue of equity shares and an offer for sale by promoters. Proceeds from the fresh issue will be used for various purposes including repayment of borrowings and working capital requirements. The company aims to set up a new garment manufacturing facility in Bhilwara to expand capacity.

Digital brands, premium FMCG to drive ITC's growth ambitions
Amid challenges in its cigarettes business, ITC is focusing on expanding its non-cigarette offerings. The FMCG segment has shown significant growth, leading to an improved product mix and margins. Digital-first brands such as Yoga Bar and Prasuma have also reported strong revenue increases. The paperboard and agri businesses are benefiting from rising demand and exports of value-added products.

Lighthouse Learning in talks to acquire Hyderabad's Kennedy School
Lighthouse Learning Group, previously EuroKids International, is negotiating to acquire Kennedy High and Meru International School. These acquisitions, valued at Rs 400 crore each, are expected to finalize in the coming weeks. The company aims to expand its network of K-12 schools to 100 over the next few years. Lighthouse Learning has undertaken several acquisitions since 2021 to grow its education portfolio.

California Midterm Elections 2026: Who all are required to show ID at the polling place to cast a ballot on the election day? Here’s what the rule says
Voters across multiple states will cast their ballots on Election Day for the US midterm elections. Polls in California will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., which is crucial for in-person voting. Over 57 million ballots have already been cast before the election day, surpassing previous voting statistics. Identification is only required for specific voters under certain conditions, and various accepted forms are listed.

US midterm elections 2026: Who runs the exit polls? The SSRS survey behind every network’s projections
The Voter Poll uses multiple methods to reach voters and combines interviews conducted at polling locations with surveys conducted through mail, telephone and online platforms. The approach is designed to include people who vote in person on Election Day, those who vote early and those who can cast ballots by mail.

ITC Q2 Results: Profit falls 18% to Rs 4,229 crore, revenue rises 5%
ITC Q2 Results: ITC Ltd reported an 18.5% decline in consolidated net profit for the September quarter on Monday as a sharp fall in earnings from its cigarette business weighed on overall profitability despite strong growth in its FMCG, agriculture and paper businesses.

US midterm elections 2026: Why can a candidate leading at midnight lose by morning? Here's what happens
States across the United States have different rules when it comes to governing when election officials can process and count mail-on ballots. Some of them allow officials to begin processing these ballots before Election Day. Meanwhile, the other states in the country restrict this work until Election Day or after polls close.

Razorpay gets final Gift City licence to expand cross-border payments
Razorpay has attained a payment service provider licence from the International Financial Services Centres Authority. This licence allows the company to process foreign-currency payments from its base in Gift City, Gujarat. The approval enables Razorpay to offer multi-currency accounts and facilitate international transactions. With established integrations with RBL Bank and ICICI Bank, the service is expected to be utilized shortly.

Irdai to weigh 650+ responses on insurance commissions
The regulator had extended the deadline earlier by a week after receiving more than 650 responses to its September 23 consultation paper, which proposes tighter commission limits, changes to expense-of-management rules and a new distribution architecture. The industry is now awaiting the draft guidelines followed by the final framework.

NEET-UG 2027 may retain pen-and-paper option as southern states push back against exam overhaul
Centre's proposed examination reforms have encountered resistance from southern states, particularly Tamil Nadu and Kerala, potentially delaying a full transition to computer-based NEET-UG until 2028-29. The Nilekani panel is considering a gradual shift, retaining the pen-and-paper option in 2027 while building consensus and addressing concerns over accessibility.

First known specialized fruit-eating dinosaur named ‘Hell Chicken’ that chewed like a parrot
Fruit-eating dinosaur: Researchers have unearthed a fascinating find with the identification of Infernogallus jamesi, a newly discovered fruit-eating dinosaur from the same era as the T. rex. Resembling a modern turkey in size, its distinctive skull suggests a diet rich in fruits rather than meat. This discovery provides valuable perspectives on the evolution and ecological roles of dinosaurs, hinting at their potential contribution to seed dispersal in prehistoric ecosystems.

Scientists caught a tiny piece of space dust outside the ISS. What they found was unusual
A tiny particle caught outside the International Space Station and brought back to Earth in 2005 turned out to have an unusual minerals mix. The particle, named Hoshi, was studied in a 2011 paper that looked at its texture, its minerals and its oxygen isotopes. The work gave researchers another way to study primitive material from the early Solar System.

CBSE 2027 exam timetable PDF: Check the latest Class 10, 12 board date schedule update, how to download and more
CBSE is expected to release the 2027 Class 10 and Class 12 board exam timetable soon, but the board has not confirmed a date sheet announcement date. The examinations are expected between February and April 2027. Students can check cbse.gov.in for the official PDF, while the existing assessment pattern and passing criteria are set to continue.

NEET paper leak case: Delhi court reserves order on framing charges against 14 accused
A Delhi court has decided to reserve its order regarding the framing of charges against 14 accused individuals. This decision is related to the NEET-UG paper leak case, which has raised significant concerns. The Central Bureau of Investigation previously filed a chargesheet against 13 of the accused earlier this year. After the NEET-UG was cancelled due to allegations of a paper leak, a re-examination was subsequently conducted.

Kansas midterm elections 2026: What voters should know about how officials verify election results
Kansas will audit selected paper ballots after the November 3, 2026, midterm elections to check whether voting machines counted votes accurately. Officials will manually count ballots from randomly selected precincts, including at least one precinct in every county, and compare the results with machine totals.

Penn scientists tracked fruit flies in outdoor cages for four months; seasonal shifts were linked to genetic changes across more than 60% of the genome
In an intriguing four-month investigation conducted in Philadelphia’s experimental orchard, researchers studied Drosophila melanogaster fruit flies and discovered that over 60% of their genome underwent transformations driven by environmental pressures. The study highlighted that different traits can evolve at variable rates, suggesting a complex nature of adaptation. These findings enhance existing knowledge regarding evolutionary changes, which may also be relevant to longer-lived species like humans as they confront climate challenges.

CBSE Date Sheet 2027 Class 10: LOC window closes, latest updates students and parents should know
CBSE Class 10 Board Exam Date Sheet 2027: CBSE has closed the regular LOC submission window for the 2027 Class 10 board exams on October 21, 2026. Check the latest updates on the CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2027, expected release, exam schedule and official website.
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