US President Donald Trump signaled an imminent trade deal with India, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and claiming he averted an India-Pakistan war with tariff threats. The provisional agreement reportedly lowers US tariffs on Indian exports and includes India increasing US energy imports and purchasing US corn and military hardware.
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The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the murder of Canadian businessman Darshan Singh Sahsi and an attack on singer Channi Nattan's residence. These acts demonstrate defiance following Canada's designation of the group as a terrorist entity, highlighting their reach and capability to strike within the country.
Smriti Mandhana led India to their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title in 2025, with boyfriend Palash Muchhal celebrating her historic win. Muchhal showcased his support with a "SM18" tattoo, as Mandhana's stellar performance, including crucial innings and a significant opening stand in the final, secured India's victory. The couple is reportedly planning to marry in November.
Virat Kohli achieved a fielding milestone with his 77th catch against Australia, a record for a non-wicketkeeper against a single opponent. Despite this, his batting form remains a concern, with consecutive ducks in the ODI series. Kohli will aim to improve his batting in the ongoing third ODI.
India Maritime Week 2025, commencing October 27 in Mumbai, will unite global maritime leaders under the theme “Uniting Oceans, One Maritime Vision.” Organized by MoPSW, the event aims to showcase India's growing role as a maritime hub and Blue Economy leader, fostering international collaboration and investment across various sectors.
The Trump administration is preparing to defend a new $100,000 H-1B visa fee in court, facing lawsuits from the US Chamber of Commerce and other groups. The administration argues the fee is necessary to protect American workers and combat fraud in the visa system, which they claim has been exploited for years.
Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Modi of being fearful of Donald Trump and controlled by industrialists Ambani and Adani. He claimed Modi panicked during a conflict with Pakistan due to Trump's intervention. Gandhi also criticized government policies like demonetization and GST for harming small businesses and pledged the INDIA bloc would prioritize Bihar's development and education.
Nvidia has become the world's first $5 trillion company, driven by immense demand for its AI chips. This valuation surpasses the combined GDP of Japan, the UK, and India, underscoring investor confidence in its AI infrastructure leadership. However, regulators warn of potential market overheating amidst rapid capital flows into the AI sector.
Stock market recommendations: Anand Rathi's Mehul Kothari recommends Tata Steel, Jai Corp, and Vadilal Industries for investment. Tata Steel shows an all-time high breakout, Jai Corp a cup-and-handle breakout, and Vadilal Industries a trend reversal from a rising trendline, all indicating strong bullish momentum.