Tesla Roadster faces approval delays

Tesla unveiled a new Roadster with cold gas thrusters and a suction system, but experts say regulations and state rules may delay any road use.

Katie Zacharia may exit role

President Donald Trump signals Katie Zacharia may leave as White House press secretary after a difficult first week and questions about her credentials.

Caucus urges hate-crime probe

US House India Caucus asks the FBI and DOJ to investigate an alleged Illinois Hindu temple mass-shooting plot as a federal hate crime and brief Congress.

MP soybean output encouraging

Mohan Yadav says Madhya Pradesh soybean output is encouraging despite El Nino, as the state backs processing, agri industry, and a new corridor.
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Satellite internet India: Starlink ready

Starlink says it worked with Indian regulators for 5+ years and built in-country infrastructure, as Reliance urges all satcom players to follow Indian law.

Aurora temple plot and online hate

Aurora, Illinois, police arrested Alexandros Paporakis, 19, after an alleged temple attack plot; Hindu leaders cite anti-Hindu and anti-Indian hate online.

Automatic EAD extension ends

The US has ended automatic EAD extensions for H-4 spouses and other groups, raising work authorisation risks while USCIS renewals remain pending.

RapidCanvas raises USD 29 million

RapidCanvas secured USD 29 million in Series B led by Vertex Ventures SEA and India to expand go-to-market teams and AI engineering in India.
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New bridge boosts border links

The New Yalu River Bridge linking Dandong and Sinuiju has opened after delays, aiming to expand China–North Korea trade and border links.

US lawmakers condemn temple plot

US lawmakers denounce an alleged mass shooting plot at the Sri Venkateswara Temple in Aurora, Illinois, after a gun jammed and a 19-year-old was arrested.

FBI probes suspicious letters

Federal authorities are probing suspicious letters with unknown substances sent to Senate and election offices nationwide, urging recipients to treat mail as hazardous.

Sebi revises CAS and VWAP

Sebi revises Closing Auction Session hours and shifts expiring derivatives settlement to VWAP from the last 30 minutes, effective 7 December.
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Illinois teen held in Hindu plot

Illinois police arrested 19-year-old Alexandros Paporakis over an alleged plot targeting a Hindu place of worship; a manifesto cited white supremacist views.

Aden blasts near Maashiq Palace

At least six explosions hit near Maashiq Palace in Aden. Yemen officials say two killed and six wounded; Iran-backed Houthis claim a missile and drone strike.

Saudi Arabia warns on Houthi strikes

Saudi Arabia says Iran is encouraging Houthi attacks on airports and Aramco sites, raising security and market risks as Riyadh seeks more US support.

Kotak pauses two debt schemes

Kotak Mahindra AMC halted subscriptions in two debt schemes holding Yes Bank AT1 bonds, citing investor protection, and is reviewing the Supreme Court ruling.
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IndiGo, Akasa extend suspensions

IndiGo extends cancellations to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until 24 October 2026; Akasa Air suspends Riyadh flights to 24 October and Jeddah to 21 October.

Rapido told to stop Pune pilot

Pune Collector Jitendra Dudi tells Rapido to halt unlicensed two-wheeler pilot services, warns legal action, and reiterates fare and driver payout rules.

India-US trade pact drafting under way

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says the first phase of the India-US trade pact is finalised and in legal drafting, pending a competitive advantage for India.

India-China Trade Deficit Crosses $100 Billion In 9 Months As Imports Hit $125 Billion

India-China trade deficit has surged past $100 billion in just nine months. Despite a massive 40% jump in exports, structural dependence on Chinese imports remains a critical challenge for New Delhi’s economy in 2026.
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Sean Gardner sentenced to 90 years

Sean Gardner, a former youth gymnastics coach, received a 90-year federal prison sentence for producing child sexual abuse material using a hidden camera.

Zacharia bar licence questions

Questions are growing about White House press secretary Katie Zacharia’s legal credentials, as officials offer no evidence of bar admission in the US or China.

Halk TV raided, trustee appointed

Authorities raided Halk TV in Turkiye and appointed a trustee manager during a corruption probe, prompting criticism from opposition parties and press groups.

Jayapal comments on India voter rolls

US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal cites reports of 130 million voter names removed from India’s draft rolls and voices support for non-violent protests.
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Netflix to cut 1,000 jobs

Netflix plans to cut about 6 per cent of staff, nearly 1,000 jobs, as it reshapes teams. Co-CEOs cite strong results and investment priorities.