CSR push: NSE to invest Rs 380-cr for cancer facility at Tata Memorial Centre; India’s largest BMT centre to set up

The National Stock Exchange (NSE), India’s largest equity bourse, on Sunday announced plans to invest Rs 380 crore in building a new facility for cancer treatment at the Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH).The 11-storey NSE multi-speciality hospital block and bone marrow transplant (BMT) centre will be constructed at the TMH-run Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and…

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BSNL towers to switch to 5G in 6-8 months; India joins global 4G club: Jyotiraditya Scindia

Jyotiraditya Scidia (Photo-ANI) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd’s (BSNL) indigenously developed 4G network will be upgraded to 5G across India within six to eight months, telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Sunday.Speaking at the Kautilya Economic Enclave 2025, Scindia said India has entered the exclusive club of 4G technology, previously dominated by five global companies —…

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Crude oil: Opec+ to raise production by 137,000 bpd from November; group stays cautious amid supply glut fears

Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other members of Opec+ on Sunday decided to raise their oil production quotas by 137,000 barrels per day (bpd) for November, continuing efforts to reclaim market share amid cautious demand projections, AFP reported.“In view of a steady global economic outlook and current healthy market fundamentals, as reflected in the low…

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Travel boom on Diwali: Record surge in bookings! Families blend leisure and spiritual trips

India is witnessing a record surge in travel this Diwali, with families blending traditional celebrations with leisure trips, luxury getaways, and spiritual journeys. Online travel platforms report strong growth in both domestic and international bookings, highlighting the country’s festive travel boom.MakeMyTrip co-founder and Group CEO Rajesh Magow said that visiting friends and relatives (VFR) remains…

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Arunachal coal mining milestone: 1st commercial block to start Monday; Namchik-Namphuk mine to boost energy security

The government will launch commercial coal mining in Arunachal Pradesh on Monday, ending years of resource underutilisation.“Arunachal Pradesh is set to witness a historic day on October 6, 2025, with the launch of its first commercial coal mine at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block, marking a new chapter of growth, energy security, and local prosperity,” the…

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Gold rate outlook: Gold may stay volatile this week; investors eye US government funding and Fed signals

Gold prices are expected to remain volatile in the coming week as investors monitor developments around the US government funding bill, labour market data, and commentary from the Federal Reserve, analysts said. The release of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes on Thursday is also likely to influence bullion market sentiment.“The week ahead is…

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H-1B visa fee hike: Businesses warn changes would harm US economy; urge Trump admin for employer friendly reforms

Business groups have raised concerns over US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications, warning that the move could hurt the US economy. They also called on the administration to avoid changing the skilled worker program that would add even more burden to companies.In a letter to Donald Trump…

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Stock market: M-cap of 7 of top-10 most valuable firms jumps Rs 74,573 cr; HDFC gains top spot

Last week, the combined market value of seven of India’s ten most valuable companies rose by Rs 74,573.63 crore, with HDFC Bank emerging as the top performer.Even during the holiday-shortened trading week, the BSE benchmark surged 780.71 points, or 0.97%, while the Nifty also gained 239.55 points, registering a 0.97% rise.HDFC Bank, Tata Consultancy Services…

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Bitcoin reaches all-time high! Largest crypto surpasses $125,000 mark; ‘debasement’ trade spurs risk rally

Bitcoin soared to a new all-time high on Sunday, breaking past the $125,000 mark as safe-haven demand surged.The world’s largest cryptocurrency reached $125,689 in Asia, driven by investor concerns over the US government shutdown. The cryptocurrency smashed its previous record of $124,514 set on August 14, boosted by gains in US stocks and fresh inflows…

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