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Hamas on Friday confirmed its leader Yahya Sinwar had been killed by the Israeli military in Gaza, a day after Israel announced his death. «We mourn the great leader, the martyred brother, Yahya Sinwar, Abu Ibrahim,» Qatar-based Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said in a recorded video statement broadcast by Al Jazeera. Sinwar became Israel's most wanted man after the October 7, 2023 attack, the deadliest in Israeli history.

Melania Trump has not demanded a divorce and has openly defended her husband. According to a Facebook post from October 14, Melania Trump, the former First Lady, announced her marriage to former President Donald Trump. The post begins with the words, ‘Breaking News, October surprise: Melania Trump says she wants to get a divorce.' In just three days, it was shared over 100 times. The claim is untrue, according to a Donald Trump spokesperson, and Melania Trump has not publicly acknowledged it. Throughout the last few weeks of the 2024 campaign, the former first lady has repeatedly stated her support for her husband.

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Khalistani terrorists. After the Royal Canadian Mounted Police claimed a few days ago that the Lawrence Bishnoi gang active in Canada was linked to Indian government agents, India's Ministry of External Affairs pointed out the Canadian government had ignored India's request in the past to deport members of Bishnoi gang operating from Canada. Also Read: US charges ex-Indian intelligence official in foiled Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun murder plot

India is considering cuts to tariffs on imports of machinery needed to manufacture green hydrogen, as the nation pushes to become a major hub for the cleaner fuel. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is discussing a plan to exempt some equipment from import levies and to reduce goods and services tax on the fuel, which is currently set at 12%, according to people familiar with the details, who requested anonymity to discuss private deliberations. The changes would cover both green hydrogen and green ammonia, though would only apply to production of fuel which is then exported rather than sold domestically, the people said. Green hydrogen is produced by using renewable energy to split the hydrogen and oxygen atoms in water.

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foul play in a fire that broke out Wednesday in a flat at Andheri's Lokhandwala Complex, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, reported TOI. Among the deceased were a visually impaired senior citizen, his elderly wife, and their domestic help. During the initial inspection, authorities discovered bloodstains in the living room, raising immediate concerns. Notably, while the couple's bed was charred, nearby curtains remained untouched, according to the TOI report. Police also noted a «distinct smell of kerosene» in the apartment. Initial reports indicated that the fire may have originated from the flat's air conditioning unit, noted TOI… However, neighbours reported that the couple rarely used the AC, casting doubt on the possibility of a short circuit. Additionally, other household items were found intact, raising further questions about the fire's cause and why only the bed was destroyed.

Wipro GE Healthcare to procure medical technology and services of upto Rs 700 crore. The MoU will cover new products, replacements, and services for all 12 KIMS hospitals and 4 upcoming hospitals over the next 3 years. The MoU covers a full suite of medical technology products designed, developed and manufactured by Wipro GE Healthcare including PET CTs, SPEC CTs, Cath labs, MRIs, CT Scanners, ultrasounds, and critical care equipment, among others.

Max Life Insurance’s India Retirement Index Study (IRIS) 4.0. Conducted in partnership with Kantar, the study shows a slight improvement in retirement preparedness, with the index rising from 47 to 49 points. Despite this, financial uncertainty continues to affect a large segment of the population. The study also shows that 31% of respondents are unsure about how much they will need to maintain their lifestyle post-retirement. This lack of clarity is a significant risk, especially as life expectancy increases.

Supriya Chatterjee to Managing Director, North India. In her new mandate, Supriya will lead the firm’s Delhi-NCR office, driving growth and enhancing client relationships throughout the northern region, including Jaipur. She will focus on capitalizing on emerging market opportunities in one of India’s largest and most dynamic real estate markets. She has been leading Cushman & Wakefield’s office brokerage business for North India.

United Spirits Ltd. dropped 0.93 per cent to Rs 1513.5 at 01:38PM (IST) in Friday's trade. The counter hit a high of Rs 1525.5 and low of Rs 1504.0 so far during the session. The stock had closed at Rs 1527.85 in the previous session. The counter had a total traded volume of 01:38PM shares so far with a turnover of Rs 0.43 crore on BSE. The stock traded at a price-to-earnings multiple of 77.72 and a price-to-book ratio of 11.55.

European shares opened muted on Friday, after the European Central Bank's latest rate cut and upbeat earnings prompted strong gains in the previous session, with the main stocks gauge headed for a second weekly rise. The Europe-wide STOXX 600 index was down 0.05% at 0718 GMT, with real estate firms leading losses down 0.6%, while basic resources and autos helped to keep it afloat.

Havells India Ltd. traded 1.2 per cent higher in Friday's session at 01:14PM (IST). The stock opened at Rs 1806.0 and has touched an intraday high and low of Rs 1856.0 and Rs 1762.9, respectively, during the session so far. The stock quoted a 52-week high of Rs 2104.95 and a 52-week low of 1233.1. About 64,472 shares changed hands on the counter so far.

Pankaj Pandey, Head Research, ICICIdirect.com, says they have been very selective in giving recommendations largely because there is no follow-up. They have recommended an IT stock – Newgen Software – with a target price of Rs 1,465, the results were good and our sense is that the company will keep growing at 23-24 odd percent, both revenue and bottom line, over the next two-three years. Pandey says one needs to be very selective because up till now, the results have not been helping the market. They are also expecting hospitals to do well and have been recommending Narayana Hrudayalaya. What is the tone and tonality at the retail level in the last couple of days? I mean, is leverage coming down? Is participation coming down? The two important short-term indicators are mood and momentum. The momentum is waning and the mood has become sour. Pankaj Pandey: The mood keeps on changing depending on how things pan out. So, post Haryana Assembly election results, the mood definitely changed and now we have upcoming US elections and elections in Maharashtra. So, anxiety levels are higher. Our sense is that moods can change post the favourable outcome in some of these events.

food poisoning. The students had consumed the midday meal served at the school before they started complaining of nausea and abdominal pain. The affected individuals were admitted to Chhattrapati Shivaji Maharaj Memorial (CSMM) Hospital in Kalwa for treatment.

Ashneer Grover, cofounder and former managing director of BharatPe, withdrew his plea from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), in which he had alleged oppressive conduct and mismanagement by the board of the fintech firm. The withdrawal of the plea from the NCLT's Delhi bench came after Grover reached a settlement with the company on September 30, 2024. A copy of the settlement agreement was also placed before the NCLT by the counsel appearing for Grover, who had filed an application for withdrawal of the petition. "… during the pendency of the said petition, parties have arrived with settlement and also executed the settlement agreement dated September 30, 2024, a copy of which is placed on record and in view of the settlement applicant (who is petitioner in the main company petition) has sought liberty to withdraw the company petition," the NCLT order dated October 14, 2024, noted.

Pony AI, backed by automaker Toyota, filed for an initial public offering in the U.S. on Thursday, in another sign of growing investor interest in new listings and easing regulatory pressures. Activity in the IPO market has picked up pace in recent weeks, buoyed by the U.S. Federal Reserve kicking off its highly anticipated policy-easing cycle and benchmark indexes trading near record high levels. Pony AI, in which Japan's Toyota owns a 13.4% stake, revealed that its revenue nearly doubled to $24.7 million in the first half of 2024. Net loss attributable to the company was $51.3 million in the same period, compared with $69.4 million last year.

Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. rose 0.17 per cent to Rs 935.95 in Friday's trade. It hit an intraday high of Rs 943.3 and low of Rs 924.85, respectively, during the day. The stock quoted a 52-week high price of Rs 1117.05 and low of Rs 538.95.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has expressed confidence that the ruling Mahayuti coalition will win the upcoming assembly elections with a «thumping» majority, citing the BJP's impressive performance in Haryana. Shinde was speaking to reporters late on Thursday night at the Pune airport after returning from Chandigarh, where he attended the swearing-in ceremony of Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini and the NDA Chief Ministers' Council Meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Shinde said the chief ministers of the NDA-governed states focussed on development and welfare schemes. «There was a general consensus that such meetings should be held twice a year,» he said. «The Haryana election results defied all survey predictions as people acknowledged the work of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,» said Shinde, calling Saini a down-to-earth leader.

Meta employees from blatantly misusing company-provided meal credits for personal purchases. According to a report by Financial Times, these employees had been using their $25 meal credits to buy non-food items such as toothpaste, acne pads, and wine glasses. Like other large tech companies, Meta provides extensive food options for its in-office staff. Employees working at major offices, such as the Silicon Valley headquarters, receive free meals on-site, while those in smaller offices are given credits for Uber Eats or Grubhub, intended for meals delivered to the office. Smaller Meta offices typically provide daily allowances of $20 for breakfast, $25 for lunch, and $25 for dinner, issued in $25 increments. However, the company fired two dozen employees after discovering they had used these meal credits to purchase household items.