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Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) received a new order worth ₹533 crore, adding to previous orders this year. The company's shares rose 1.63% to ₹380 on the NSE. BEL's consolidated net profit increased by 9% in Q1 FY 2026-27, with a strong order book of ₹72,258 crore as of July 2026.
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Maharashtra has set up a special cell with six principals to oversee drought relief efforts for college students, including waiving exam fees. Around five lakh students will benefit from these measures amid the drought affecting 265 talukas across 34 districts.
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Adani Enterprises and US-based Jabil signed an MoU to create a 50:50 joint venture focused on manufacturing AI and data centre hardware in India. This partnership aims to support India's growing data centre capacity and global AI infrastructure demands.
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Maharashtra CET Cell has released the schedule for NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy round 1 counselling. Choice filling is from October 15 to 16, with seat allotment results on October 17. Candidates must report to colleges by October 20 to confirm admission.
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US stock futures for the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq indicate a positive market open on October 13, driven by easing oil prices, lower Treasury yields, and anticipation of major bank earnings from JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup.
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The 7th Pay Commission set a precedent with its January 1, 2016 effective date, avoiding large arrears shocks seen in the 5th and 6th CPCs. As the 10-year cycle ends in 2025, employees await the 8th CPC report and arrears implementation from January 1, 2026.
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Tata Elxsi reported a 3.4% quarter-on-quarter revenue increase to ₹1,056 crore in Q2 FY27, with net profit steady at ₹170 crore. The company saw growth across transportation, media, and healthcare verticals, driven by new deals and AI investments.
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Pharma companies like Dr Reddy’s, Torrent Pharma, and Zydus Life are expected to report strong Q2 earnings driven by domestic healthcare demand and growth in the CDMO segment, despite pricing pressures and export challenges in the US market.
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BJP women MPs met President Droupadi Murmu to demand the suspension of Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam from the Lok Sabha following sexual harassment allegations at Jawaharlal Nehru University. They also requested protection for the complainants.
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A student organisation marched in Delhi demanding the release of detained Cockroach Janata Party leaders and opposing the removal of Jantar Mantar as a protest site. The protest highlights youth activism and calls for reclaiming public spaces for demonstrations.
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Registration for NEET UG Counselling 2026 stray vacancy round is open until October 14. Eligible candidates can apply online to fill remaining MBBS and BDS seats. Key dates include choice filling until October 15 and seat allotment results on October 17.
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SEBI's new Portfolio Managers Regulations, 2026, effective April 1, 2027, expand investment options and introduce the PRIM route for mutual fund investments, easing compliance and allowing broader asset management strategies.
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Explore the top six mid-cap mutual funds ranked by their 10-year annualized returns as of October 2026. Learn about their recent performance, risk levels, portfolio sizes, and sector allocations to make informed investment decisions.
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Sahil Wakode, an IIT Bombay student, apologized for cheating in a semester exam and sought a second chance before his tragic suicide. Investigations include allegations of harassment and caste discrimination.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will continue efforts to reduce rupee volatility caused by global uncertainties. Despite depreciation, India's economic fundamentals remain strong, and RBI measures aim to stabilize the currency without fixing its level.
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US economists Robert Hall and Michael Woodford won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for creating models that help governments and central banks stabilize economies through better monetary and fiscal policies.
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ICICI Prudential FMCG Fund declares ₹8.75 IDCW per unit with October 15 as record date. SBI Mutual Fund launches BSE India Defence ETF NFO from October 13 to 19, 2026, with a minimum investment of ₹5,000. Learn key details and investment considerations.
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The Ministry of Education has formed a three-member committee to investigate the death of a first-year BTech student at IIIT Ranchi. Students are protesting, demanding the director's resignation and improved emergency medical facilities on campus.
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