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Connecticut restored 34 acres of damaged salt marsh in 2022; two years later, native grasses were thriving, and shorebirds were nesting on newly built mounds
A major salt marsh restoration project at Great Meadows Marsh in Connecticut is showing promising results for coastal wildlife and biodiversity. After a $4.65 million rehabilitation effort, the 34-acre wetland has seen the return of endangered saltmarsh sparrows and the growth of native marsh plants. The project highlights how wetland restoration, coastal conservation and habitat recovery can protect biodiversity, reduce flood risks and create healthier ecosystems amid rising sea levels.
Palantir’s software powers Trump’s immigration operations, now CEO Alex Karp says crackdown went too far
Palantir CEO Alex Karp says the Trump administration went too far with immigration enforcement, despite his company's technology supporting its deportation operations. After Democrats’ midterm victories, Karp has also described himself as a lifelong Democrat and left open the possibility of backing a Democratic presidential candidate in the 2028 election.
Noida to Greater Noida West Metro gets Rs 2,390 crore boost: 8.5-km Aqua Line extension to have five new stations; check route, interchange & completion timeline
Noida to Greater Noida West Metro: Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday announced the Cabinet's approval for the Rs 2,390-crore Noida Metro Aqua Line extension from Sector 51 to Greater Noida Sector 4. The 8.5-km elevated corridor will have five new stations and is expected to be completed within four years. The project aims to improve connectivity across Noida and Greater Noida West and ease traffic congestion.
When AI starts operating machines, the network becomes industrial infrastructure
As manufacturing and automation expand together, networks built to serve billions of people will increasingly serve tens of billions of machines and AI agents as well. Treating those connections as industrial infrastructure, and planning them for that scale, will determine how well physical AI works once deployments move from individual use cases to whole industrial environments.
India's ChatGPT boom faces a reality check as free AI use meets rising costs
India has emerged as ChatGPT's largest market, driven by its vast digitally connected population and widespread access to free AI services. However, as AI infrastructure expands and computing and energy costs rise, companies face the challenge of recovering investments. Convincing price-sensitive Indian users to pay for AI remains difficult.
Poles mourn rare mass killing as authorities say attacker had far-right views
Poland is mourning after a shooting incident in Krakow's Main Square left six dead and 15 wounded. The assailant, reportedly holding far-right views, has been critically injured in the confrontation with police. Authorities have opened an investigation into the act, classifying it as terrorism and involving numerous victims. Mourners have gathered in various locations, including St. Anne's Church, to remember those lost.
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Care comes at a cost: India's ageing population exposes a broken caregiving system
India's rapidly ageing population is driving demand for caregivers, but the sector faces a shortage of trained workers, low wages, poor working conditions and uneven recruitment standards. High costs burden families, while inadequate training and job security undermine care quality. Experts call for professional recognition, better pay and structured training.
Social Security benefits warning: Will retirees lose $500 a month when the retirement trust fund runs out in 2032? What the latest forecast means for your monthly checks
The Social Security retirement fund is projected to exhaust its reserves by the end of 2032 without any legislative intervention. If changes are not made, monthly benefits for retirees might face substantial reductions, estimated between 22% and 26%. This impending decline is attributed to demographic shifts like an increasing elderly population and dwindling birth rates. Lawmakers have a limited timeframe to tackle these pressing issues before retirees experience significant cuts.
Garment workers' protests in Bangladesh turn violent
The BNP government has formed a wage board to determine revised pay scales for garment workers. However, protests have continued, potentially emerging as a major challenge for the Tarique Rahman government, which is already facing growing anti-incumbency amid a slowdown in the domestic economy.
Experts say health technology, preventive healthcare at inflection point, India ready to leverage
With a focus on preventive healthcare and wellness, India is on the verge of harnessing new technological innovations. Sangita Reddy from Apollo Hospitals stresses the significance of wearable devices in spotting health issues early on. In collaboration with Apollo Hospitals, Garmin Health is targeting rural health efforts and highlighting the event's health technology strides.
Rs 36.4 crore gold stolen, lakhs in cash looted by 4 men including ex-cop in Maharashtra; villagers chase them 17 km, recover loot
A bank robbery occurred in Bhokar village of Maharashtra, where four men stole cash and gold. The robbery unfolded during standard banking hours and involved violence against staff and a warning shot fired. Villagers and employees coordinated a pursuit after the gang attempted to flee on motorcycles. The police arrested all four suspects and recovered the stolen money and gold within hours.
ET Wealth Expo: How should investors deploy Rs 10 lakh over next 10 years? Prateek Agrawal of Motilal Oswal AMC explains
Investors building a Rs 10 lakh mutual fund portfolio with a 5-10 year horizon should focus on growth-oriented strategies and consider diversifying across two fund managers, says Prateek Agrawal of Motilal Oswal AMC. He highlights flexi-cap funds, emerging sectors and AI-linked businesses as opportunities, while advocating focused investing and a mix of growth and value strategies.
See data centres less as energy-sucking private warehouses, and more as quasi-public utilities
We need data centres. They run far more than ChatGPT. Search, banking, streaming, social networks, cloud software, government services, hospitals and almost every company's digital operations depend on them. AI simply raises the requirement dramatically. Google says its Vizag hub will provide new subsea connectivity for India. IEA says electricity use by AI-focused data centres jumped 50% in 2025. A country without serious compute infrastructure risks becoming a consumer, rather than a producer, of the AI revolution.
A $180.6 million warning for Trump? Texas border towns grapple with the economic fallout of his deportation campaign as local workers feel the growing heat
President Trump's strict immigration policies are leading to economic challenges in the Rio Grande Valley region. Many residents are feeling anxious due to the heightened immigration enforcement ahead of elections. Research indicates a notable economic loss attributed to these immigration enforcement measures. Local businesses are concerned about the impact of these policies on their labor force and customer base.
AI could wipe out $200 billion of IT services work by 2030: BCG
BCG’s Sreyssha George says Indian IT firms will have to rethink how they price work, hire freshers and pay AI talent, as clients move from paying for headcount to paying for outcomes.
Singapore layoffs hit highest level since 2020 in third quarter
Singapore recorded 4,800 retrenchments in the third quarter of 2026, the highest level since late 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic. The rise, driven by business reorganisations, came despite overall employment growth of 27,700 during the quarter. The Ministry of Manpower flagged emerging weaknesses in parts of the labour market, with more companies indicating plans to retrench employees over the next three months.
Government should support both job-creating and frontier industries: EAC-PM chairman Dev
S Mahendra Dev highlighted the importance of supporting job-creating and frontier industries for future economic growth. He mentioned that sectors like textiles and technology can significantly enhance India's industrial landscape. The need for improved competitiveness and product quality in various firms was also emphasised. Furthermore, land availability and global supply chain shifts present unique opportunities for India. Overall, addressing these challenges is crucial for the country's industrial transformation ahead.
India’s running boom has Nike, Asics sprinting for the next $10 billion
Nike has introduced the Vegam Run, its first running shoe tailored for the Indian market. Priced at Rs 3,795, it aims to attract more consumers during a time of increasing running participation. As global sportswear brands recognize the expanding market, both Asics and Adidas are also enhancing their offerings in India. While Asics plans significant growth, Adidas is expanding its manufacturing footprint in the country.
Jefferies initiates coverage on NSE with ‘Buy’; here’s why it sees fresh growth potential
Jefferies has initiated coverage on NSE with a ‘Buy’ rating and a target price of Rs 2,085, indicating over 17% upside. The brokerage expects structural growth, market leadership, diversification and new businesses to drive a 15% revenue CAGR over FY27–29 and support margin expansion.
Jio Platforms shares to list on BSE, NSE tomorrow; GMP signals 22% premium
Jio Platforms shares are set to list on the BSE and NSE on October 28, with the IPO commanding a grey market premium of around 22%. The Rs 30,213-crore issue was subscribed 22.19 times, led by strong institutional demand. Investors will watch the listing amid Jio’s growth ambitions and financial performance.
YC-backed healthtech startup BioStack raises $9.5 million from Peak XV, DCVC, others
The Y Combinator-backed startup, which operates across India, the US, Brazil and Argentina, has access to more than 100 million de-identified patient records. It brings together fragmented clinical information, including medical scans, pathology reports, prescriptions, treatment histories and patient outcomes, to create complete patient records that can be used to train AI models.
Jio IPO allotment likely today: GMP signals 22% listing gains. Here’s how to check status
The IPO allotment is expected to be finalised today, allowing applicants to check whether they have been allotted shares through the registrar’s website and other online platforms. Jio Platforms shares are scheduled to list on the BSE and NSE on October 28, 2026.
Massive fire erupts at world’s largest of its kind Iowa Quaker Oats plant after reported explosion; all workers safe
A major incident unfolded at the Quaker Oats milling complex in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, when an explosion triggered a large fire. Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene. All staff members were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported. By early evening, firefighters successfully contained the inferno while monitoring hotspots. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the explosion and fire.
German businesses now see India as manufacturing, R&D and innovation hub: Piyush Goyal
German companies are increasingly viewing India as a strategic manufacturing and innovation hub for the future. During a recent visit, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal engaged with major firms about expanding cooperation. The India-EU free trade agreement is set to strengthen trade ties significantly later this year. Indian capabilities in research and development are attracting substantial German investment and workforce expansion.
Jio IPO ends with over 22X oversubscription; QIB portion booked 70 times. Check GMP, other details
Jio Platforms’ Rs 30,213 crore IPO closed with 22.19 times subscription, attracting bids for 428 crore shares. Qualified institutional buyers led demand, subscribing their portion 70 times, while retail investors booked 2.72 times. The IPO’s grey market premium stood at around 21%, ahead of its scheduled October 28 listing.
India’s Gen Z: In world's largest democracy, an electoral wildcard
India’s Gen Z population is sizeable, but its electoral influence will depend on voter eligibility, registration, turnout and constituency-level preferences. Experts explain why young Indians may not vote as a unified bloc, what Tamil Nadu’s 2026 election reveals about youth mobilisation, and why predicting their impact in 2029 remains difficult.
Australian agency mulled firing KPMG over data-handling rule breach, documents show
KPMG Australia breached its contract with Services Australia by transferring sensitive material outside the secure government environment, prompting consideration of termination of their engagement. Although no data breach occurred, Services Australia has not awarded new audit work to KPMG since the incident, which raised significant concerns about the firm's trustworthiness and compliance with data protocols.
Sean Diddy Combs returns to general population in new Pennsylvania prison after solitary confinement
Sean 'Diddy' Combs has recently been relocated to FCI Allenwood in Pennsylvania following his stay at Fort Dix. After nearly a year at the facility, he encountered various disciplinary issues that led to solitary confinement. Currently serving a 50-month sentence for prostitution-related offenses, Diddy has just reintegrated into the general population.
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