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National
RTI Reveals Cabinet Secretariat Copied CEC on Election Commissioners’ Letters
- S.S. Sandhu and Vivek Joshi wrote to Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan on July 29.
- Their letters concerned the working of Senior Deputy Election Commissioner Maneesh Garg.
- The Cabinet Secretariat acknowledged both letters and copied CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
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National
Scientists Urge Election Commission to Scrap SIR Electoral Roll Revision
- Scientists and academics have petitioned the Election Commission and the government to scrap SIR.
- The petition calls for restoring eligible voters wrongly excluded from electoral rolls.
- Scores of researchers have signed the open letter.
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Entertainment
Ravleen Varghese Makes Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Debut in 2026
- Ravleen Varghese, 25, made her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut on October 18, 2026.
- The model hails from Kodumon in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district.
- She was scouted at 18 after moving to Delhi for design school.
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Entertainment
Rani Mukerji’s Metallic Grey Saree Look at Sabyasachi’s Diwali Reception
- Rani Mukerji attended Sabyasachi’s Diwali reception at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
- She wore a fluid metallic-grey satin saree with a matching sleeveless blouse.
- Bold statement glasses added a contemporary touch to her outfit.
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Entertainment
Sita Sings the Blues: The Feminist Ramayana That Sparked Protests
- Nina Paley’s 2008 animated musical reimagined the Ramayana through a feminist perspective.
- The film combined Indian-inspired visual art with 1920s jazz recordings.
- Some Hindu groups objected to its portrayal of Lord Ram and Sita, leading to protests at screenings.
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Entertainment
Tom Cruise to Receive 52nd AFI Life Achievement Award in 2027
- Tom Cruise will receive the 52nd AFI Life Achievement Award on April 24, 2027.
- The gala tribute will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
- Cruise has three acting Oscar nominations and received an honorary Oscar in 2025.
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Entertainment
Nepal Blocks Udta Teer: Why Ayushmann Khurrana’s Film Was Denied Screening
- Nepal has refused public screening permission for Udta Teer ahead of its release.
- The Central Film Censor Board cited a provision of Nepal’s cinema law.
- Officials have not confirmed which specific content prompted the decision.
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Entertainment
Udta Teer Review: Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan’s Spy Comedy
- Udta Teer released in theatres on October 23, 2026.
- Ayushmann Khurrana plays a Pakistani spy who loses his memory and believes he is an Indian intelligence officer.
- Sara Ali Khan and Suhail Nayyar feature alongside a supporting cast that includes Rahul Bose.
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Education
Andhra Pradesh Sports Quota Row: Can It Apply to Maths Teachers?
- Andhra Pradesh increased its sports quota for eligible sportspersons in government recruitment from 2% to 3%.
- The Sports Policy 2024–2029 provides for recruitment without competitive examinations under prescribed rules.
- Applying the policy to mathematics teaching posts has raised questions about subject knowledge and eligibility.
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Business
Nifty IT Target at 35,500 as TCS, HCLTech Gain Strength
- The Nifty IT index has broken above the 32,000–32,100 resistance zone.
- Coheron Wealth’s Aditya Agarwal sees a potential target of 35,000–35,500 over the coming weeks.
- TCS, HCL Technologies and Tech Mahindra are among the stocks showing strength.
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Business
Jio Platforms IPO Closes Today: Deadline, GMP and Details
- Jio Platforms IPO closes on October 23, 2026, with the application window scheduled to end at 5 pm.
- The UPI mandate must be approved by 7 pm on the closing day.
- The price band is Rs 1,065–Rs 1,119 per share, with a minimum lot of 12 shares.
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Business
Gold Prices Fall Before Dhanteras: Buy Now or Wait?
- MCX gold traded at Rs 1,45,898 per 10 grams on October 21, down 0.42%.
- Silver futures fell 1.16% to Rs 2,09,028 per kilogram.
- Rising crude oil prices and uncertainty over US interest rates are influencing gold-market sentiment.
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Business
OpenAI Targets $1.25 Trillion Valuation in New Funding Round
- OpenAI is targeting a $1.25 trillion valuation in its latest funding round.
- The company is seeking around $30 billion in fresh capital.
- The valuation target has reportedly fallen from an earlier $1.4 trillion.
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Business
India’s Growth Tested by Oil, Rupee and FPI Selling
- India’s growth outlook faces pressure from rising oil prices, rupee weakness and global bond yields.
- Nomura economist Rob Subbaraman discusses India’s resilience in a Moneycontrol interview.
- The RBI faces a balancing act between currency stability and economic growth.
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Business
WestBridge Capital Faces Pressure From Key Investor Princeton
- Princeton University is reportedly seeking to redeem its investment in WestBridge Capital over the coming quarters.
- Its exposure to the firm is estimated at at least $500 million, according to sources cited by Moneycontrol.
- Pressure on selected listed holdings and limited distributions are among the reported concerns.
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Business
Swiggy Shares Hit 15% Lower Circuit After Q2 Results
- Swiggy shares hit the 15% lower circuit at Rs 179.65 on October 23, 2026.
- The company reported a consolidated Q2FY27 net loss of Rs 922 crore.
- Revenue from operations rose 36% year-on-year to Rs 7,571 crore.
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Education
ICAI CA Foundation January 2027 Mock Test Dates Released
- ICAI will conduct CA Foundation January 2027 mock tests in two series.
- Series 1 is scheduled from December 1 to 9, 2026.
- Series 2 will run from December 14 to 21, 2026.
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Education
Sam Altman Outlines 3 Possible Futures for AI Safety
- Sam Altman reportedly outlined three possible approaches to governing advanced AI.
- One proposal involves an international watchdog overseeing AI safety standards.
- Another suggests bringing major AI research laboratories under one organisation.
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Education
Gujarat School Entry Rules Spark BJP-Congress Row
- Gujarat requires prior written permission for outsiders to enter school premises.
- The guidelines restrict unauthorised photography, videography and recording.
- The BJP says the rules protect students’ safety and privacy.
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Education
India-Canada Education Talks Focus on Universities and Research
- Pralhad Joshi met Canadian officials to discuss education and research cooperation.
- Talks covered university partnerships, student mobility and Canadian universities entering India under NEP 2020.
- The meeting follows February 2026 discussions involving representatives from 24 Canadian universities.
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Education
India, Canada Discuss University Partnerships and Student Mobility
- Pralhad Joshi met Canadian officials Christopher Cooter and Amy Antonini in New Delhi.
- Discussions focused on university partnerships, research, innovation and student mobility.
- The talks included facilitating Canadian universities' entry into India under NEP 2020.
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Education
Indian Students in US: Costs and Enrolment Shifts
- The US hosted 363,019 Indian students in 2024–25, an annual increase of 9.5%.
- Combined undergraduate, graduate and non-degree enrolment fell by 6.3%, while OPT participation increased by 47.3%.
- A STEM master's programme can require ₹45–65 lakh in the first year, according to estimates cited in the report.
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Education
UGC NET December 2026: Fix Live Photo Capture Issues
- UGC NET December 2026 applicants facing live photo capture issues can try a few basic troubleshooting steps.
- Ensure good lighting, a clear background and only one face in the frame.
- Clear the browser cache, switch browsers or try incognito mode if the issue persists.
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Hindi News
तू है मेरी किरण रिव्यू: कमजोर कहानी ने किया निराश
- सोनाक्षी सिन्हा और जहीर इकबाल की फिल्म ‘तू है मेरी किरण’ रिलीज हो गई है।
- फिल्म की कहानी टाइम ट्रैवल, प्यार और जुनून पर आधारित है।