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Africa’s Largest Wind Farm to Power New Cross-Border Grid Project

Africa’s Largest Wind Farm to Power New Cross-Border Grid Project

Kenya’s Lake Turkana Wind Power Project — already Africa’s largest — will expand its capacity by 25% to supply power to Ethiopia, Uganda, and Tanzania through a regional energy grid. The project currently provides nearly 17% of Kenya’s total electricity. The expansion, funded by the African Development Bank and the EU, is expected to be completed by 2027. Kenyan President William Ruto stated, “Clean energy is no longer a luxury; it’s the backbone of our growth.” The initiative aligns with the African Union’s vision of a continent-wide renewable energy corridor. For India and South Asia, this development holds lessons in…
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A Sikkim guy lost Rs 6.36 lakh in a Telegram investment scam, and the police are looking into it

A Sikkim guy lost Rs 6.36 lakh in a Telegram investment scam, and the police are looking into it

A resident of Singtam in Sikkim has reportedly lost ₹6.36 lakh after falling prey to a sophisticated online investment scam operated through a fake Telegram account. The victim, believing he was dealing with a legitimate firm, transferred money in multiple instalments over a period stretching from June 27 to September 3. According to police sources, the fraudster promised high returns and convinced the individual to send funds through Google Pay to several bank accounts. When the victim began questioning the delay in receiving profits, he was pressured into paying an additional ₹1 lakh on the false assurance that the amount…
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More Action Against Anil Ambani Group!

More Action Against Anil Ambani Group!

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached over 132 acres of land belonging to Dhirubhai Ambani Knowledge City in Navi Mumbai, valued at ₹4,462.81 crore, as part of its probe into alleged fund diversion by the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group. Earlier in the day, the agency also seized the Ambani family residence in Mumbai’s Pali Hill, the Reliance Centre in Delhi, and several properties across eight cities in connection with investigations into Reliance Home Finance and Reliance Commercial Finance. Reliance Infrastructure clarified in a filing that business operations, shareholders, and employees remain unaffected, adding that Anil Ambani has not been…
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UK to Introduce ‘Digital Pound’ by 2028

UK to Introduce ‘Digital Pound’ by 2028

The United Kingdom’s Treasury and the Bank of England have confirmed plans to launch a “digital pound” by 2028. The digital version of sterling will operate alongside physical cash, allowing citizens and businesses to make secure online payments directly with central bank money. Officials say the initiative will strengthen financial inclusion and support the modern economy in a rapidly digitising world. The Bank of England will begin public trials by 2026, focusing on privacy protection and cybersecurity. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves said, “The digital pound will ensure the UK remains competitive in the global financial system.” However, critics warn that…
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From Chakdaha to Glory: Jhulan Goswami’s Legacy Echoes as Her Biopic Lies Unseen

From Chakdaha to Glory: Jhulan Goswami’s Legacy Echoes as Her Biopic Lies Unseen

The Indian women’s cricket team made history by winning their first ICC Women’s World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Harmanpreet's team secured a historic victory, overcoming previous finals disappointments from 2005 and 2017, and achieved India's long-awaited World title, marking a significant moment for women's cricket in the country. Celebrations included former players like Jhulan Goswami and Mithali Raj, who have inspired current talents such as Kaur and Jemimiah Rodrigues Hindi cinema should produce more biopics on women cricketers, as it reflects societal changes. The film "Shabaas Mithu"…
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Samsung Wallet unveils seamless UPI onboarding & PIN-free payments, boost digital transactions in India

Samsung Wallet unveils seamless UPI onboarding & PIN-free payments, boost digital transactions in India

Samsung India has announced major upgrades to Samsung Wallet, introducing seamless UPI onboarding during device setup, PIN-free biometric authentication for payments, and expanded Tap & Pay capabilities, including support for FOREX and AU Bank cards. The move strengthens Samsung’s push to redefine digital payments and device-based financial accessibility for millions of Galaxy users. With the integration of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) registration directly into the new-device setup, Samsung becomes the first OEM to offer payment-ready access the moment a Galaxy device is powered on. Users will also benefit from biometric verification — fingerprint and face recognition — eliminating the need…
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Turkish Airlines resumes Sulaymaniyah route, expands connectivity to Iraq with six gateways

Turkish Airlines resumes Sulaymaniyah route, expands connectivity to Iraq with six gateways

Turkish Airlines, the world's most internationally connected airline, has resumed flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah, reinforcing its strategic growth plans in Iraq after an 18-month suspension. The service, halted in April 2023, returns as the carrier strengthens its presence with six gateways across Iraq — Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, Najaf, and now Sulaymaniyah. The relaunched route commenced on November 2, 2025, with four weekly flights operating on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays between Istanbul Airport and Sulaymaniyah International Airport. Turkish Airlines plans to boost the frequency to daily flights from March 27, 2026, under its Summer 2026 schedule. Flights will…
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Yogi Adityanath felicitates 1,600 students as Samsung scales future-tech training across India

Yogi Adityanath felicitates 1,600 students as Samsung scales future-tech training across India

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today felicitated 1,600 students trained under Samsung’s flagship skill development programme, Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), at the Yogi Baba Gambhirnath Prekshagrih Auditorium in Gorakhpur. The initiative aims to empower youth with cutting-edge skills in Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Big Data and Coding & Programming. Samsung plans to upskill 20,000 students nationwide in 2025 — a six-fold jump from last year — across 10 states. Uttar Pradesh is a major focus area, with 5,000 students set to be trained in the state alone, nearly 25% of the national target. The programme has recorded 44%…
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Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales climb 10% in October; strong demand seen across segments

Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales climb 10% in October; strong demand seen across segments

Tata Motors Limited reported robust performance in October 2025, registering total commercial vehicle sales of 37,530 units, marking a 10% year-on-year growth compared to 34,259 units in October 2024. The company witnessed broad-based demand across categories reflecting improved economic and logistics activity. In key segments, HCV trucks rose 7% to 10,737 units, ILMCV trucks grew 6% to 6,169 units, and passenger carriers surged 12% to 3,184 units. The SCV cargo and pickup segment registered a 7% increase at 15,018 units, highlighting continued traction in last-mile transportation. Domestic commercial vehicle sales stood at 35,108 units, up 7%, while international business recorded…
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Gold price today!

Gold price today!

Gold and silver prices edged higher in the domestic futures market on Monday, November 3, supported by a weaker dollar and improved spot demand. At around 9:10 a.m., MCX Gold December futures rose 0.39% to ₹1,21,708 per 10 grams, while MCX Silver December contracts gained 0.69% to ₹1,49,307 per kg. Both metals saw short covering after recent corrections, as expectations for additional U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts weakened following Chair Jerome Powell’s hawkish comments. The Fed recently reduced rates by 25 basis points to 3.75–4.00%, but Powell signaled no cuts in December. The dollar index slipped 0.10%, providing support to…
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