The Congress party has launched a fresh, sharp attack on the government, focusing on the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) and its investments in the Adani Group. The core of the issue comes from a report by The Washington Post, which claims Indian government officials actively pushed LIC to pump huge amounts of money into the shares of Adani Group companies, especially after their stock prices plummeted.

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A horrific bus accident has shocked the nation after a private sleeper bus travelling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru caught fire in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, leaving 20 people dead. Many of the deceased were tragically charred beyond recognition.The crash happened early on Friday after the bus hit a two-wheeler. How did a simple collision turn into such a massive loss of life, and what must be done immediately to improve safety on our roads?

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The Mahagathbandhan or the grand alliance of the opposition parties in Bihar has announced RJD leader and former Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav as its Chief Ministerial face, while Mukesh Sahani is the Deputy CM face for the polls that will begin on November 6. This has come as a snub to the criticism over discrepancies in the alliance’s seat-sharing drama, where parties from the same camp have been seen fighting each other in a handful of seats. In contrast, the NDA has still not announced any leader — and Nitish Kumar’s hopes of another term are now hanging in the balance. So what is happening in Bihar ahead of the elections, and what is Nitish’s future?

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India and the United States have made progress toward a trade deal that could significantly reduce American tariffs on Indian goods to around 15 or 16 per cent, down from the current 50 per cent. This development, as reported in a national newspaper, follows US President Donald Trump's assertion that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to limit Russian oil purchases, which has been a major point of contention in the negotiations. The two leaders also spoke recently to discuss trade and energy cooperation. So, what is driving this renewed effort, and how close are the two sides to finalising an agreement?

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Ola Electric’s founder and senior officials have been booked after a 38-year-old engineer died by suicide, alleging workplace harassment. The incident is yet another setback for the company, which is already grappling with mounting consumer complaints, product quality issues, and a fast-eroding market share. So what exactly is the current issue, and what has been happening inside Ola?

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Around 23 Indian crew members were saved after an LPG tanker caught fire following an explosion near the port of Aden. The European Union Naval Force coordinated the search and rescue operation safely handing the crew over to the Djiboutian Coast Guard. Two mariners are still missing. Was this an accident, or was it another chapter in the ongoing maritime conflict that has gripped the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden?

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The price of vegetables is down, the cost of appliances is lower, and your wallet is breathing a sigh of relief. Today, we break down why your money is stretching further this festive season.

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US President Donald Trump said that the Pakistan–Afghanistan conflict would be easy for him to solve. This comes amid a series of oft-repeated claims from the American President that he has brokered peace and ended numerous wars during his time in office. What are the instances he has cited, how frequently has he made these claims, and what have been the actual outcomes?

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Gold prices in India have hit record highs, with 22-carat at ₹1,21,700 per 10 grams, as global rates cross $4,300 an ounce— the highest since 2008.

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US President Donald Trump has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi "assured him India would stop buying oil from Russia". The statement comes amid heightened US pressure and a 50% tariff on Indian goods. So, what exactly did Trump claim, how has India responded, and what does this mean for the future of India-Russia ties?

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