Gold and silver prices are anticipated to maintain a positive trajectory in the coming week, with market volatility expected to remain high due to ongoing developments in West Asia and upcoming global economic data, particularly the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting minutes.
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The Congress party and the INDIA bloc are planning a 'public impeachment' of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of violating the Constitution and subverting electoral democracy. This comes after alleged denials of permission for their event, which they claim is an attempt by the government to silence criticism. The JD(U) has criticised the move as an insult to Parliament and the judiciary.
Chennai Super Kings have parted ways with batting coach Mike Hussey after eight years, as the five-time champions overhaul their coaching staff following three disappointing IPL seasons.
Dinesh Karthik believes Mohammed Shami's chances of an India comeback are slim, stating the team has moved beyond him. He also expressed concerns about the future of ODI cricket once Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retire, highlighting their significant impact on the sport.
Pragya Misra, OpenAI's head of public policy and strategy for India, stated that the next phase of AI will concentrate on driving measurable outcomes rather than mere experiments. She highlighted examples like Cars24 using AI for customer retention and a healthcare company building its CRM with OpenAI's Codex, demonstrating AI's tangible business impact and cost-saving potential. OpenAI aims for artificial general intelligence (AGI) to benefit all humanity by making AI accessible and addressing enterprise concerns like data residency.
Opposition parties are planning a third attempt to move a motion for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. This renewed effort follows an Indian Express report highlighting objections from two other Election Commissioners regarding decisions made without their knowledge, particularly concerning voter registration and electoral roll management.
Steve Smith surpassed Steve Waugh's Test run tally in 42 fewer matches, moving behind only Ricky Ponting and Allan Border among Australia's leading run-scorers.
The ministry of education is actively formulating a computer-based testing strategy to transition the crucial NEET medical entrance exam to an online format.
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Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw gains in early trade, primarily driven by strong buying in Reliance Industries and sustained foreign fund inflows. Adani Ports also emerged as a significant gainer after reporting an 18 per cent rise in consolidated net profit. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 29.
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar informed TVK chief Vijay that his party lacks the necessary support to form the government. TVK is intensifying efforts to gain support from Left parties, VCK, and IUML. The Governor's decision has sparked protests and political debate in the state.
'Without that one critical irrigation, the entire crop can be lost.'
Indian long jumper Shaili Singh discusses her controversial fourth-place finish at the Asian Games, where her jump measurement was disputed. She expresses her determination to move past the incident, focusing on upcoming competitions and her recovery from an ankle injury, while also exploring the triple jump.
India's Anahat Singh secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the Canadian Women's Open squash tournament after defeating England's Saran Nghiem.
A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in Bhutan's Lemthang has caused water to flow towards India's Sankosh River, leading to a high alert in North Bengal. Authorities have advised evacuations, activated disaster management teams, and relocated thousands of residents as they monitor the situation closely for potential flooding.
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is considering moving its next edition to January to avoid clashing with the Indian Premier League (IPL). Media rights holders have expressed concerns over limited advertising revenues during the current April-May window, prompting discussions within the PSL Governing Council for an earlier schedule.
Media baron Subhash Chandra has appealed to the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) against a five-member National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) bench's order that prevents him from selling or transferring his assets while his personal insolvency case is ongoing.
Veteran Indian midfielder Nilakanta Sharma has announced his retirement from international hockey after the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy, citing a desire to make way for younger talent. The decision, made after India's Asian Games gold medal win, is part of Hockey India's transition strategy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sharma plans to focus on coaching the next generation of players.
Indian squash player Anahat Singh has advanced to the second round of the Silicon Valley Open squash championship in Redwood City, USA, after defeating Egypt's Nour Aboulmakarim.
Devpalik Gupta, a digital communications manager for Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, was found dead near railway tracks in Ranchi on Tuesday. He had gone missing from a moving train on Monday. Police are investigating, with preliminary findings suggesting an accidental fall. The party has expressed deep sorrow over his demise.
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New Zealand batter Finn Allen discussed the team's recent T20 International loss to India, highlighting the valuable lessons learned from India's dominant batting performance. He acknowledged the difficulty in stopping players like Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once they got going. Allen emphasised that despite the series defeat, every game is important for building towards the T20 World Cup in a couple of years.
Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma finished tied 11th at the Genesis Championship in South Korea with a score of 9-under par, improving his Race to Dubai rankings and securing conditional status on the DP World Tour. Japan's Yuto Katsuragawa won the tournament.
Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri described his recent season as his 'weakest' and addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding LIV Golf. He stated that his future decisions regarding where he plays will be based on the best interests of his family and himself, urging patience as the situation is dynamic. Lahiri also shared insights into his break from golf, focusing on fitness and mental well-being, and expressed excitement about returning to play at the Delhi Golf Course.
The Congress has initiated seat-sharing discussions with the Samajwadi Party for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, proposing a list of over 175 seats. While the Congress aims for a significant share, buoyed by its performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the Samajwadi Party emphasises winnability as the sole criterion. The alliance seeks to collectively challenge the BJP in the state.
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has indicated that rate cuts are improbable in the near term, with headline inflation projected to reach 6 per cent in the third quarter. Minutes from the October meeting reveal growing concerns among members about inflation spreading beyond food and fuel, leading to a shift in policy stance towards calibrated tightening.
PV Sindhu finished as runner-up at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Paris, losing to world No. 1 An Se Young of South Korea in a three-game final. Despite a strong start where Sindhu won the first game, An Se Young dominated the subsequent games to secure her fourth French Open title. This marks Sindhu's 11th loss to An Se Young in as many meetings.
Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton expressed satisfaction with his side's consistent performance across all four quarters in their 5-2 victory over China at the Asian Champions Trophy. This marks India's second consecutive win in the tournament, following a dominant 13-0 triumph against Bangladesh. Fulton highlighted the third quarter as particularly strong and praised the team's penalty corner defence, while also acknowledging China's efforts.
The US Navy's Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) has predicted that Cyclone Arnab could intensify into a powerful storm with winds reaching 222 kmph, significantly higher than the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) forecast of 125-135 kmph at landfall. Coastal Andhra Pradesh is bracing for potential severe weather and a sea surge.
Andhra Pradesh is on high alert as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab is set to make landfall on its coast, with extensive evacuations, deployment of medical teams, and stocking of essential supplies underway to minimise damage and ensure public safety.
The India Meteorological Department's Cyclone Warning Centre has issued a moderate to high flash flood risk warning for 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh and Yanam until Thursday morning due to Cyclone Arnab. The very severe cyclonic storm has already caused extremely heavy rainfall and gale-force winds in the region, with Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu seeking central assistance for relief efforts.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced its full support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president, despite previous disagreements over his commercial rights plan. AFC head Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa stated the region's commitment to Infantino's leadership, who is seeking a fourth term until 2031.
Tiger is collaborating with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions for an upcoming revenge action-romance film titled Lag Jaa Gale.
India's U15 football team, the Blue Colts, lost 1-2 to Honduras in a Round of 32 Tier C match of the FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival on Wednesday. Despite equalising in the second half, Honduras reclaimed the lead, pushing India into the lower bracket to compete for positions 81 to 96. India will next face Trinidad and Tobago.
The Election Commission has announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 17 states and Union territories, including those facing assembly polls next year. This initiative aims to enrol new voters, correct existing entries, and enhance the accuracy of voter lists, with January 1, 2027, set as the qualifying date.
India's frontier model company Sarvam secured a dominant 87% share of the total funding received by the country's startups building artificial intelligence (AI) for Indian languages in 2026, raising $345 million out of a total of $399 million, according to a Tracxn report.
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the sensational blue drum murder case, have appealed their death sentence in the Allahabad High Court. They argue the trial court's verdict, based on circumstantial evidence, was illegal and arbitrary, citing lack of concrete proof and procedural lapses. The High Court is expected to hear the matter next week.
'India needs to create eight-nine million jobs annually to absorb the growth in the working-age population.' 'Failure to create productive jobs could squander the demographic advantage that we enjoy right now.'
'As a youngster, if you are not investing in yourself and your active income, you will not be able to reach the first 1 crore mark.'
