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Ghulam Nabi Azad disagrees with Farooq Abdullah, says Pakistan is J&K's enemy

Farooq Abdullah's statement regarding Pakistani claims on Kashmir incorrect: Ghulam Nabi Azad

Ghulam Nabi Azad has responded to Farooq Abdullah's recent remarks on Pakistan's influence in Kashmir. Azad emphasized that Pakistan has historically been an enemy of India and the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He urged respect for the development efforts made by successive Indian governments since 1947. Shia leader Imran Ansari also criticized Abdullah, labeling him and his party as 'rebels on rent'.

Indians develop a taste for dark chocolate as household demand jumps 45%

Households in India are increasingly purchasing dark chocolate, with a significant rise in demand over recent years. Urban consumers account for the majority of dark chocolate purchases, driven by rising incomes and health awareness. The growth is supported by trends in quick-commerce, making premium products more accessible. Despite its growth, dark chocolate remains a small segment in India's larger confectionery market.

Kim Jong Un is making world's 'strongest' military: Nuclear weapons, AI-powered systems, hypersonic missiles & combat plan put North Korea in focus

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un urged his military to train to become the strongest in the world at a two-day meeting of company commanders in Pyongyang, state media said Saturday. The Pyongyang event, held Thursday and Friday, was aimed at developing a plan "to train the strongest armed forces in the world," Kim said, according to the official Korea Central News Agency (KCNA).

Ukraine joins NATO's NSPA partnership, gains access to Alliance contracts for defence industry

Ukraine officially joined the NATO Support and Procurement Agency's Security Cooperation Support Partnership to strengthen defense collaboration. This partnership allows Ukrainian defense companies to access NATO contracts and resources for their operations. A recent Industry Day in Kyiv gathered around 150 Ukrainian companies to discuss procurement trends and opportunities. Ukrainian Deputy Defence Minister highlighted the unique access this partnership grants to the NSPA's services.

JK Tyre to hike prices by 4-5% in Q3 as raw material costs stay elevated

JK Tyre & Industries Ltd intends to raise tyre prices by 4-5% in the current quarter. The company aims to offset higher raw material and container freight costs. This follows previous price increases of 5% and 7% in earlier quarters. The company reported a decline in profit for the July-September quarter amid challenging operating conditions. Rising costs of raw materials continue to impact the company's profit margins going forward.

Gold price today: Gold rate suffers biggest weekly loss since June, Silver price lowest since November 2025. Check what to expect in November, December

Gold rate today: China's gold jewellery demand has remained under pressure so far in 2026, recording its weakest first-half demand in tonnage terms since 2006, according to a recent World Gold Council report.

AT Capital to infuse Rs 10,000 crore in Experion Developers

AT Capital has granted an investment of Rs 10,000 crore to Experion Developers in India. With a portfolio of 12 completed projects and over 3,000 homes delivered, the company plans to invest nearly 60% in land acquisition. While maintaining focus on the NCR, Experion is also looking at opportunities in tier 2 cities, ensuring wellness is embedded in their designs from the outset.

Bengaluru court restrains content creator publishing allegedly defamatory content on embassy developments; directs Meta, Google to block video

The court restrained Mundhra, his servants, agents, representatives and persons acting on his behalf or in concert with him from creating, publishing, uploading, telecasting, broadcasting, printing, circulating or otherwise disseminating allegedly defamatory statements or imputations concerning the company.

Tech Mahindra, SpaceXSI partner to accelerate AI-powered software engineering

The company said it will combine its global engineering, enterprise transformation and AI consulting capabilities with SpaceXSI's AI-powered development platform to help enterprises expand application modernisation, streamline software development and improve code quality.

Dragon enters bear cave with $2.4 trillion lost since May peak

Chinese stocks have recently entered a bear market, resulting in a total loss of $2.4 trillion. Major indexes, including the CSI 300 and Hang Seng, have significantly declined in value. Investors express concerns about the future profitability of artificial intelligence companies and weak domestic demand. Analysts suggest the market malaise may continue into next year without substantial policy changes.

Mahindra Lifespace Q2 profit down 66 pc to Rs 16 cr

Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd experienced a substantial 66 percent drop in consolidated net profit for the quarter ending September 2026, with profits falling to Rs 16.34 crore compared to Rs 47.91 crore last year. However, total income saw remarkable growth, reaching Rs 104.02 crore, up from Rs 33.06 crore. For the first half of this fiscal year, net profit saw a minor uptick to Rs 101.

Mahindra Lifespaces April-September pre-sales rise 66% to Rs 1,988 crore

Mahindra Lifespace Developers reported a 66% increase in residential pre-sales, reaching Rs 1,988 crore in H1 FY27. The company added Rs 7,100 crore in gross development value during the same period, showing strong demand. However, the second quarter saw a decline in profit after tax to Rs 16 crore from Rs 48 crore last year. The revenue from the integrated cities and industrial clusters also fell to Rs 63 crore.

Rupee snaps eight-day rally as oil climbs to highest since May

The Indian rupee ended its eight-session-long winning streak, closing down 0.4% at 94.8175 per dollar. Concerns over escalating oil prices amid the Middle East conflict contributed to global market volatility. Brent oil prices reached $112.40 per barrel, impacting India's economy due to high crude imports. The Reserve Bank of India faced pressure on whether to defend the currency amid these pressures.

Global Market: Japanese bond yields fall to multiweek lows ahead of BOJ meeting

Japanese government bond yields fell to multiweek lows on Thursday as geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns boosted safe-haven demand. The 10-year yield dropped to 2.88%, while investors awaited the Bank of Japan’s policy meeting, with markets weighing potential rate hikes and global economic uncertainties.

ArcelorMittal & SA's IDC close in on $610 m deal

South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation has agreed to acquire ArcelorMittal SA's local unit for about $610 million. This anticipated deal marks a significant intervention by the government in the industrial sector. The transaction aims to complete by the end of this year, pending a shareholder vote. Shares in ArcelorMittal SA saw a substantial increase following this announcement.

UK annual house prices rise at weakest pace since March, ONS says

British annual house prices rose at their weakest annual pace since March in August, according to official data published on Wednesday that also showed growth in average

Scientists kept rabbits out of experimental plots in New Mexico's desert for 50 years; by 1989, one grass had 30 times more basal area in protected plots

Conducted in the arid expanses of New Mexico's Chihuahuan Desert, a pivotal study investigated the impact of rabbit exclusion on local vegetation, primarily focusing on spike dropseed grass. Over the years, researchers documented significant variations in grass growth in relation to animal presence, revealing the challenges of restoring dryland ecosystems.

Historic milestone for administration of justice in Union Territory of Ladakh, CJI inaugurates Ladakh bench of JK HC

The newly inaugurated Ladakh Bench aims to improve access to justice for people in remote regions. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant highlighted the significance of this establishment in reducing travel for judicial proceedings. Digital initiatives, including an e-Filing Portal and Document Management System, were launched to enhance efficiency. The court will function as a paperless entity, equipped with modern technology.

MEA rejects ‘malicious’ anti-India references in OIC meeting resolutions, slams Pakistan for 'bigoted' agenda

The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday rejected anti-India references in resolutions adopted at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Baghdad on October 17-18, alleging that Pakistan had orchestrated them.

Pakistan seals 200-year-old Hindu temple after bid to demolish it for plaza

Authorities in Pakistan have secured a historic Hindu temple following protests by local residents and civil society members against its demolition. The Ram Leela Temple in Dera Ismail Khan faced demolition attempts to develop a commercial plaza, leading to community intervention. Local activists and the Hindu community requested an investigation regarding the temple's ownership and construction legality.

Popular songs are losing feeling and getting more anxious, Michigan State University researchers find in one of the largest studies of its kind analyzing over 38,000 lyrics

Researchers at Michigan State University conducted an impressive analysis of more than 38,000 songs from diverse artists across time. Their findings highlighted a growing prevalence of anxiety-related language within lyrics, alongside a decrease in emotional and relational themes. This trend held steady through various musical eras, indicating that maturity in artists does not seem to translate into greater emotional awareness or connections reflected in their songwriting.

India should become a tech-creator rather than tech-user nation: Niti Aayog vice-chairman Ashok Lahiri

Niti Aayog vice-chairman Ashok Lahiri stressed the need for rapid economic reforms and structural changes to help India become a developed nation by 2047. "Technological progress is needed to compete with the rest of the world," he said.