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US sanctions on Russia’s Rosneft and Lukoil are poised to impact Indian refiners Reliance Industries and Nayara Energy, potentially reducing RIL’s EBITDA by ₹3,000-3,500 crore. Government-operated oil marketing firms may also face significant risks due to reduced Russian crude supply and discounts. Source link

Theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking recognized AI’s immense potential to solve global challenges and improve lives. However, he also issued stark warnings about its risks, particularly the possibility of AI evolving beyond human control and posing an existential threat to civilization. Hawking urged for responsible development and strict ethical oversight to ensure AI benefits humanity. Source […]

Tejashwi Yadav, Mahagathbandhan’s CM candidate, hit back at the NDA. He questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s record on scams. Tejashwi also pointed to high crime rates in BJP-ruled states. He alleged that the BJP focuses more on Gujarat than Bihar. The verbal duel intensifies as Bihar gears up for polls. Source link

Delhi’s air quality saw a slight improvement on Friday morning, moving from ‘very poor’ to ‘poor’ with an overall AQI of 290. However, Anand Vihar remained in the ‘severe’ category at 403, with fifteen other stations still reporting ‘very poor’ air quality. Source link

The Trump administration is preparing to defend a new $100,000 H-1B visa fee in court, facing lawsuits from the US Chamber of Commerce and other groups. The administration argues the fee is necessary to protect American workers and combat fraud in the visa system, which they claim has been exploited for years. Source link

Bajaj Broking Research highlights Inox Wind and Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services as top stock picks for October 24, 2025. The Nifty and Bank Nifty are showing bullish momentum, with potential for further gains despite overbought conditions. Source link

Actress Anushka Sharma is again facing online attacks due to her husband Virat Kohli’s recent cricket scores. Trolls are blaming her for his performance, a pattern seen for years. Fans are defending Sharma, calling out the misogyny. This online harassment has led some to suggest it’s why the couple moved to London. Source link

A private bus operated by Kaveri Travels caught fire on the Hyderabad–Bengaluru highway near Kurnool, with at least 32 people feared dead. The blaze erupted after the bus collided with a motorcycle, trapping passengers inside. Rescue efforts are ongoing as officials work to confirm the exact casualty count. Source link

The East Wing of the White House is now rubble. Donald Trump’s new ballroom project is underway. This massive structure will cost $300 million. Funding comes entirely from private donors. Tech giants and prominent investors are contributing. Taxpayers will not bear any cost for this significant White House upgrade. Source link

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is being hailed as a hero for his handling of the Asia Cup trophy. A viral clip shows him being praised for his ‘patience’ when the Indian team allegedly refused to collect their trophy, and for later taking it in his car. Source link