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Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu dismissed allegations of manipulation in the investigation into the Air India plane crash that killed 260 people, saying the probe by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is transparent and conducted as per rules

Global digital engineering company Nagarro plans to hire around 1,000 professionals in India over the next 12–18 months to strengthen its presence in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune. CEO Manas Human said AI-driven transformation and hiring challenges are shaping market trends

Dubai chocolate, known for its rich fillings and crunchy texture, has surged in global popularity since 2023. Originating in the UAE, it’s inspired a wave of confections and products, driving demand—and even contributing to a pistachio shortage

Gold prices hit record highs on MCX amid US economic uncertainty, government shutdown fears, and expectations of further Fed rate cuts. Silver also gained, while analysts await key events including FOMC minutes, Fed Chair remarks, and China’s market reopening.

Gold prices surged by Rs 9,700 to Rs 1,30,300 per 10 grams in Delhi on Monday amid a depreciating rupee and safe-haven buying. Silver also rose sharply, reflecting strong demand in both domestic and international market

NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam expressed optimism over an early India-US trade agreement. Amid 50 per cent US tariffs on Indian goods, both countries are committed to negotiations, aiming to boost competitiveness and double bilateral trade to USD500 billion by 2030

IIT-Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation's Telecom Security Testing Lab becomes India’s first lab authorised by the Department of Telecommunications to test 5G core-network functions, AMF, and Group-I devices, enabling secure, resilient, and indigenous 5G infrastructure across the country

India’s pharma success story cannot rest on cheap generics alone. It must be backed by credibility, stronger audits, criminal liability for negligence and swift justice

India’s aviation sector is expanding with Navi Mumbai International Airport opening on October 8 and Noida International Airport on October 30. The new airports will ease congestion, improve connectivity, and position Delhi and Mumbai as major global aviation hubs

Vehicles without functional FASTag will be charged twice the applicable user fee if paying in cash

Cheques deposited from October 4 will be cleared within a few hours on the same day under the RBI guidelines

Electronic Arts has been acquired by a Saudi PIF-led consortium, including Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, in a $55 billion deal, the second largest in gaming history. The move puts EA franchises like FIFA, Battlefield, and Mass Effect under uncertainty

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed draft rules to ease foreign currency borrowings for Indian companies. The framework expands eligible borrowers and lenders, links limits to financial strength, simplifies regulations, and allows market-determined interest rates for external commercial borrowings

US Senators have asked TCS to explain its US hiring practices, including H-1B recruitment, wage parity, and American layoffs. The company must respond by October 10 amid an ongoing EEOC investigation and growing scrutiny of H-1B visa practices

Mahindra & Mahindra has launched the Thar 2025 starting at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The SUV gets refreshed design, smart technology upgrades, rear AC vents, new infotainment features, multiple engine-transmission options, and enhanced off-road capabilities, reaffirming its appeal as a lifestyle vehicle

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India has emerged as a stabilising force in the global economy, resilient against trade, energy, and financial shocks. Speaking at Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025, she warned of global uncertainties, shifting alliances, and structural transformations in world order

Company, however, refutes allegation; says only a limited number of employees have been affected at its Pune office

Given external headwinds that could complicate the path forward, it is appropriate to maintain patience now

Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the central bank is examining a proposal to allow lenders to remotely lock mobile phones bought on credit in case of default in EMI payments; rules out any charge on UPI transactions

The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.5% for the second consecutive time, citing tariff uncertainties. Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted risks to growth despite easing retail inflation, which fell to a six-year low in August 

Trump's 100 per cent tariff on branded drugs challenges India's pharma exporters but opens doors for growth in generics and biosimilars

The Reserve Bank of India has eased norms for small business loans and working capital lending to jewellers, allowing banks to adjust spreads more frequently and expand credit access. Feedback on these measures is open until October 20

Chinese President Xi Jinping led top leaders in paying tribute to fallen heroes at Tiananmen Square ahead of National Day. The ceremony, held on Martyrs’ Day, included placing flower baskets at the Monument to the People’s Heroes

The government is monitoring e-commerce platforms to ensure GST rate cuts on daily essentials are passed to consumers. Authorities are tracking pricing of 54 items, including FMCG products and electronics, amid complaints of inadequate price reductions