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The NASDAQ reached a new record high driven by strong performances from Nvidia and Microsoft, while SpaceX shares surged following successful missions and potential collaborations. The Dow Jones and S&P 500 also posted gains amid rising Treasury yields.
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NIFTY futures rose ahead of weekly expiry, indicating a positive opening for Indian markets. Asian markets mostly gained following the Nasdaq's record close, while key Indian indices ended higher after a four-day decline.
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The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine honors Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for pioneering optogenetics, a technique that uses light to control nerve cells and study brain functions related to memory, emotions, and behavior.
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On October 6, key stocks including Godrej Consumer Products, Trent, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank, Tata Steel, and Vedanta showed notable market activity. Godrej expects strong revenue growth despite inflation, while banks report rising deposits and Tata Steel expands operations.
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed officials to explore extending the mid-day meal scheme to students up to Class 10. The proposal aims to ensure fresh, nutritious meals under the PM Poshan Yojana, with local decision-making to improve meal quality and delivery.
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Delhi University has revised its academic publication guidelines, setting a 120-point minimum for peer-reviewed journals and updating the assessment process for journal inclusion. These changes affect faculties including arts, commerce, and sciences, aiming to enhance research quality and evaluation.
ReadBihar School Examination Board (BSEB) opens the last chance for Class 11 admissions through OFSS spot round from October 9 to 15, 2026. Students can check vacant seats and apply online for the academic year 2026-27.
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Vedanta will hold a board meeting on October 8, 2026, to consider its first interim dividend for FY27. The record date for shareholders is set for October 14, 2026. The company recently raised funds through non-convertible debentures amid share price fluctuations.
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On October 5, 2026, US stock markets opened mixed with the Dow Jones down over 150 points, while NASDAQ 100 and S&P 500 rose up to 0.2%. Investors await the ISM services report and Federal Reserve meeting amid rising treasury yields and economic concerns.
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The Uttarakhand Board of School Education has released the UTET 2026 provisional answer key. Candidates can download it and raise objections by October 15, 2026. The test was held on September 29 for teacher eligibility for Classes 1 to 8.
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Axis Bank's gross advances rose over 22% year-on-year to ₹13.85 lakh crore in Q2 FY27. Total deposits increased 20.7% YoY to ₹14.52 lakh crore, with significant growth in CASA and term deposits. The bank's net profit also grew 22.5% in Q1 FY27.
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From the 2026-27 academic session, the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education will conduct Class 10 board exams twice. This change aims to reduce exam stress and give students a chance to improve scores in up to three subjects.
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Wipro will announce its Q2 FY27 earnings on October 15, 2026. The company expects IT Services revenue between $2.574 billion and $2.627 billion, showing slight growth or a small decline. Shares have dropped 39% this year.
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The Post Office updates its Finacle CBS system with a new second-level validation in the HIRAM menu to improve interest adjustments for schemes like PPF, SCSS, and MIS. This change strengthens internal controls and accountability.
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The University of Western Australia (UWA) has received final approval from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to open its international branch campus in Chennai. Classes will start on October 19, 2026, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business, computer science, data science, and more.
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On October 5, 2026, the Indian stock market rebounded with ITC leading gains by over 5%. PSU banks showed strong credit growth, while some major companies like HCL Technologies and Max Healthcare saw declines. Learn about the top performers and laggards across key indexes.
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The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine honors Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for developing optogenetics, a technique that uses light to control nerve cells and helps scientists understand brain functions like memory and behavior.
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Tata Mutual Fund reports that gold prices in October 2026 provide a better entry point for investors compared to early 2026. Despite a 26% correction driven by macro factors, gold's structural fundamentals remain strong, supported by central bank demand and geopolitical uncertainties.
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