Stock markets, including NSE and BSE, remained closed on October 22 for Balipratipada. This follows a positive Muhurat trading session yesterday, which marked the start of Samvat Year 2082. Regular trading operations are scheduled to resume on October 23.
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Indian Railways is deploying advanced heat-mapping technology at 35 major stations to manage the massive Chhath festival rush. Nearly 13,000 special trains, double last year's number, are being deployed to transport over 2.5 crore passengers, primarily to Bihar. Standby trains and holding areas are also being utilized to ensure smooth passenger flow.
India's state-owned refiners are scrutinizing oil contracts following US sanctions on Russian firms Rosneft and Lukoil. While India has significantly increased Russian oil imports due to discounts, refiners are verifying supplies don't directly originate from sanctioned entities.
Delhi's air quality remains hazardous post-Diwali, with 'severe' pollution levels recorded in Anand Vihar. Many areas are in the 'very poor' category, prompting authorities to activate Stage II of the GRAP. Residents report breathing difficulties as smog blankets the city, with transport and industries contributing significantly to the pollution.
Gold and silver prices are near record highs, presenting investors with a dilemma. Experts advise caution due to potential headwinds like easing geopolitical tensions and changing rate cut expectations. Investors are encouraged to hedge, book profits, or wait for dips before entering the market.
Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has removed Lahore Qalandars from his social media bio following his country's withdrawal from a T20I series in Pakistan. This decision protests recent Pakistani airstrikes that reportedly killed eight civilians, including three young cricketers. Khan expressed strong condemnation and full support for the Afghanistan Cricket Board's move.
A deadly suicide attack struck a Pakistan military camp in North Waziristan on Friday, killing seven soldiers. Terrorists attempted to storm the facility, with one detonating an explosives-laden vehicle. This incident follows intense clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan. A fragile ceasefire is now in place, brokered by the Afghan Taliban regime.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff is sending mixed signals on AI's workplace impact. While his company replaced 4,000 support jobs with AI agents, he claims AI lacks the human touch essential for sales roles. Despite these cuts, Salesforce is now hiring thousands of new salespeople, highlighting a strategic division between AI-handled support and human-centric sales.
Former Australia captain Michael Clarke backed Virat Kohli to be the leading run-scorer and Josh Hazlewood to take the most wickets in the final ODI against India. Clarke also predicted an Indian victory, hoping for a morale-boosting win for the hosts ahead of the T20I series.
Four men wanted in Bihar for murder and other serious offenses were killed in an early morning encounter with Delhi Police and Bihar Police. The suspects allegedly opened fire when intercepted, leading to retaliatory action. At least two to three officers were injured during the operation.