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'He's in final stage of career': Sidda's son amid K'taka CM row; names successor
'He's in final stage of career': Sidda's son amid K'taka CM row; names successor Source link
UNCTAD roundtable: India willing to ‘pay extra buck’ for resilient supply chains
India is prioritizing self-reliance, or ‘Atmanirbharta,’ over mere cost efficiency to build resilient supply chains. The nation is reviewing all sectors to boost domestic capacity, even if it means higher initial costs. This strategic shift, exemplified by rapid vaccine development, aims to create jobs and strengthen manufacturing, while also fostering trust and reliability with global […]
Trade Setup for October 23: Is the Nifty poised for new highs before October ends?
The Indian stock market ended the special trading session higher on a low-volume day, with the Nifty holding firm above 25,850. Source link
Stephen A Smith’s bold take: Dak Prescott, Cowboys won’t win NFC East title
Despite Dak Prescott’s strong offensive performance, Stephen A. Smith expressed doubt about the Dallas Cowboys winning the NFC East, citing their historically bad defense. Smith highlighted the team’s league-worst defensive statistics, arguing that offensive prowess alone cannot overcome these significant flaws. The Cowboys face a crucial test against the Denver Broncos. Source link
Exclusive | ‘Not even Magnus Carlsen’: How Norway Chess did what Freestyle couldn't
In a twist that’s shaken up the global chess scene, Norway Chess has pulled off what even Magnus Carlsen’s Freestyle tour couldn’t, convincing FIDE to approve a brand-new World Championship title. The “Total Chess World Championship” marks a stunning power play that could redefine how elite chess is played and governed. Source link
From Ukraine to Gaza: How women and children pay for man-made conflicts
Wars disproportionately impact women and children, who face increased risks of violence, displacement, and restricted access to resources. Recent UN reports highlight a surge in civilian casualties and sexual violence, with women and girls bearing the heaviest burden in ongoing conflicts like those in Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan, and Yemen. Source link
Veteran space scientist Eknath Vasant Chitnis dies at 100
A Padma Bhushan recipient, he played a crucial role in the early years of the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) which later transformed into the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Source link
From ruin to recovery: How a parasitic wasp saved South India’s tapioca crops
Cassava, better known as tapioca, is grown on about 1.73 lakh hectares in India, with Tamil Nadu and Kerala together contributing more than 90% of total production. Before the outbreak, yields averaged 35 tonnes per hectare, far above the global average of 10.76 tonnes Source link
All you need to know about: fibromyalgia
Effective management of fibromyalgia relies on a holistic, multidisciplinary approach, which is often hindered by a lack of awareness Source link
Saudi Arabia postpones October housing support disbursement
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Housing has postponed the October housing support disbursement to Sunday, October 26, due to a public holiday. The grant will be distributed over five working days. Eligible citizens, now including those aged 20 and above, can receive the support via bank accounts, approved outlets, or e-wallets. Beneficiaries are urged to update […]