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Experts at CII meet flag roadblocks in Kashmir apple cart’s global ambition

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Experts at CII meet flag roadblocks in Kashmir apple cart’s global ambition

Kashmir apple cart’s global ambition faces multiple roadblocks, including failure to meet global standards, underutilisation of land, storage and poor transportation. These gaping holes in J&K’s horticulture sector were flagged at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) meet in Srinagar on October 28. Also read | Why are apple traders in J&K worried? | Explained Speaking…

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Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Hormuz

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Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Hormuz

Representational image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto At least four tankers have caught fire after hitting mines while attempting to navigate the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s armed forces said on Thursday (October 29, 2026), a day after the U.S. military said it had cleared key routes through the waterway. “Over the past 24 hours, three…

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Republicans defend their bastions, as senate comes within reach of Democrats

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Republicans defend their bastions, as senate comes within reach of Democrats

Republican candidate for U.S. Senate from Texas, Ken Paxton, campaigns with U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) at Betty Rose’s Little Brisket barbecue, ahead of the November 3rd U.S. midterm elections, in Abilene, Texas, on October 28, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters As the U.S. heads towards midterm elections next week, the presidency of Donald Trump…

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Microsoft expands AI infrastructure, adds 24 data centres to its 500-plus global kitty in Q1 FY27

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Microsoft expands AI infrastructure, adds 24 data centres to its 500-plus global kitty in Q1 FY27

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Microsoft added 24 data centres across five continents in the September quarter as it expands computing capacity to meet demand for its cloud and artificial intelligence services, CEO Satya Nadella said. Also read | Microsoft launches India South Central cloud region in Hyderabad Microsoft has more…

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Awareness session on kidney, urological conditions held in Nizamabad

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Awareness session on kidney, urological conditions held in Nizamabad

Senior Consultant Renal Transplant Surgeon Dr. G. Madhusudhan Reddy explained the importance of early diagnosis and timely treatment in managing urological disorders and improving patient outcomes | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, conducted an awareness session in Nizamabad district to highlight the specialised treatment options available at their facilities for kidney, urinary tract,…

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Ukraine says at least 13 killed in Russian attack on train station

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Ukraine says at least 13 killed in Russian attack on train station

Police officers carry the body of a killed person at a railway station hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine October 29, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters At least 13 people were killed on Thursday (October 29, 2026) when a Russian drone slammed into a crowded platform at…

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LANXESS, BPCL join hands to develop next-gen lubricant solutions

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LANXESS, BPCL join hands to develop next-gen lubricant solutions

 German specialty chemicals company LANXESS and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore long-term cooperation in advanced industrial lubricants, specialty fluids and emerging applications in India. The non-exclusive agreement provides a framework for joint technical evaluations, product development, OEM approvals, localisation and commercialisation, subject to regulatory approvals and…

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Manish Pandey included in the probables for Mushtaq Ali Trophy

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Manish Pandey included in the probables for Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Manish Pandey. | Photo Credit: File photo: K. MURALI KUMAR Nearly two years after he last played for Karnataka, former captain and veteran batter Manish Pandey has been included in the list of probables for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The 37-year-old was eased out of the Karnataka squad across formats in December 2024,…

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After 23-year legal battle, Telangana government secures protection for land worth thousands of crores

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After 23-year legal battle, Telangana government secures protection for land worth thousands of crores

The Supreme Court dismissed appeals filed by private individuals claiming rights over more than 550 acres of government land in Miyapur village of Serilingampally mandal in Rangareddy district, bringing an end to a legal battle that had been pending for nearly 23 years. According to government sources, a Bench comprising Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice…

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Deepavali sales expected to gain momentum in Coimbatore next week

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Deepavali sales expected to gain momentum in Coimbatore next week

While the commercial streets of Coimbatore city are crowded for Deepavali purchases, retailers believe that a pick up in sales will happen only next week. | Photo Credit: S. SIVA SARAVANAN Shopping for the Deepavali festival in Coimbatore city this year is expected to pick up next week across sectors. President of the Indian Chamber of…

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