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Indian equity markets extended their winning streak, with the S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 hitting fresh 52-week highs. Buoyed by foreign inflows, easing US bond yields, and festive optimism, investors now anticipate a holiday-shortened week focused on global trends and quarterly earnings.

Pop sensation Chappell Roan delighted her Indian fans by embracing Diwali festivities with adorable videos. Donning a sparkling lehenga, she joined friends for a pre-Diwali bash, dancing enthusiastically to Bollywood hits like “Ve Kamleya” and even her own track, “Pink Pony Club.” Her desi moves and infectious energy have gone viral, earning praise from her…

Sambalpur’s food safety squad intensified checks on sweet shops ahead of Diwali, collecting 10 samples for quality testing. One shop faced a penalty for lacking a license. Officials are awaiting lab reports to determine if products are adulterated or contaminated, with potential destruction of food and license cancellations. Similar drives during Dussehra saw 70 eateries…

India’s manufacturing sector now faces a crisis due to China’s latest rare earth export curbs. Restrictions on components with rare earth magnets will significantly impact automotive, electronics, and machinery firms. Industry leaders warn of widespread disruption.

A new health trend, the ‘3×3 by 12 p.m.’ challenge, is gaining popularity. It involves completing 3,000 steps, 30 grams of protein, and a significant portion of daily water intake before noon. This routine aims to boost energy and focus. Experts suggest it encourages mindfulness and can be a stepping stone to greater fitness goals….

IRCTC Tourism launches a special “Holy Kashi” spiritual tour covering Varanasi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya, and Bodh Gaya. Starting at ₹39,750, the package includes flights, accommodation, and guided tours of significant temples and pilgrimage sites. This offering caters to budget-conscious travelers seeking an in-depth North Indian spiritual circuit.

A 50-year-old self-styled godman was arrested in Bhubaneswar for allegedly sexually abusing a seven-year-old girl after luring her into his ashram with chocolates. Locals, enraged by the incident, assaulted the accused before police intervened and took him into custody. This marks the second such arrest of a godman in the city within a week.

India’s top table tennis players, G Sathiyan and Harmeet Desai, face an uncertain London tournament participation due to delayed UK visa processing. Their absence could incur significant financial penalties and loss of crucial ranking points ahead of the World Championships. Other contingent members have secured their visas, but the trio’s fate remains undecided.

Paris Fury expressed mixed emotions about her 16-year-old daughter Venezuela’s engagement, admitting she’s not ready to be a grandmother so soon. While happy for Venezuela, Paris hopes her daughter explores life and builds her own future before starting a family, drawing from her own early motherhood experience.

Bhubaneswar authorities cleared encroachments at Salia Sahi slum. This action paves the way for a new parallel road. The road aims to ease traffic on the busy Jaydev Vihar-Nandankanan Road. Evicted residents received alternative housing. This development promises smoother commutes for thousands. The project faced delays but is now moving forward.