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AI effect on surveillance shares, 2 stocks hit upper circuit even as market remains volatile

05

Oct

Business

AI effect on surveillance shares, 2 stocks hit upper circuit even as market remains volatile

With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), it is becoming a key growth driver for India’s surveillance and CCTV industry, with conventional security systems increasingly combined with video analytics, computer vision, and automated monitoring. Amid this, several stocks are in focus. One of them is Aditya Infotech, which offers video security and surveillance products under the 'CP Plus' brand. The stock, which made its market debut a year ago, started today's trading session in the green at Rs 3,873.15 against the previous close of Rs 3,799.10 on the BSE. It gained further to touch the high of Rs 3,989.05 and…

Russia lab worker dies of ‘mystery’ illness, nearly 200 quarantined after suspected deadly virus leak

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

Russia lab worker dies of ‘mystery’ illness, nearly 200 quarantined after suspected deadly virus leak

Moscow: A health scare has gripped Russia's Siberian region of Irkutsk after a 28-year-old laboratory worker died following severe pneumonia, with reports linking her illness to a possible exposure to a dangerous pathogen at an anti-plague research facility. Nearly 200 people who may have come into direct or indirect contact with the woman have reportedly been placed under medical observation or isolation. The incident occurred in Shelekhov, a town near Irkutsk, where the woman worked at the Anti-Plague Research Institute. According to reports, she told medical personnel before her death that she had accidentally broken a test tube containing live…

Vaiko’s MDMK ends nine-year alliance with DMK

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

Politics

Vaiko’s MDMK ends nine-year alliance with DMK

Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) on Saturday announced the end of the alliance with long-time ally DMK while accusing it of attempting to prop up an AIADMK government. Such a move to install an AIADMK-led regime—one that had a pre-poll tie-up with "Hindutva communal forces"—made the DMK's avowed secular-ideology-based alliance slogan meaningless, the party asserted. In a resolution passed at the meeting held, the MDMK alleged that after the Tamil Nadu Assembly election results were announced on May 4, 2026, it emerged that "behind-the-scenes political deals" had gone against the mandate given by the people. It was an open…

Gold remains volatile on MCX, silver gains | Check city-wise rates

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Gold remains volatile on MCX, silver gains | Check city-wise rates

Precious metal futures showed signs of recovery on Monday, October 5, 2026, but gold remains volatile after the sharp correction in September. The gold October 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a gain of Rs 807 at Rs 1,51,197 per 10 grams, up from the previous close of Rs 1,50,390. However, it later saw profit booking and fell to touch the intraday low of Rs 1,48,850, down Rs 1,540 or 0.10 per cent. Last seen, it traded at Rs 1,49,699, down Rs 691 or 0.46 per cent. In between, it touched the low of Rs 1,48,850.…

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

FSSAI recalls popular brand’s cumin powder after sample found unsafe: Check the batch number and learn how to spot adulterated cumin seeds and powder at home

FSSAI's consumer-awareness material includes simple household tests for common adulterants.For cumin seeds, one test involves rubbing the seeds between your palms. If the palms turn black, FSSAI says it indicates possible adulteration with grass seeds coloured with charcoal dust.Another FSSAI DART test is specifically designed to detect fennel seeds mixed with cumin. The recommended method is visual: place a small quantity of cumin seeds on a glass plate and examine them closely. Fennel seeds can be separated by careful observation.For powdered spices, FSSAI also provides rapid household tests through its Detect Adulteration with Rapid Test (DART) programme. The regulator says…

‘125 million voted’: Trump makes India presidential election blunder amid Brazil polls

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

‘125 million voted’: Trump makes India presidential election blunder amid Brazil polls

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday appeared to mistake India for Brazil while commenting on the South American country's presidential election. The apparent mix-up came as Trump was commenting on the electoral process and alleging that elections in the US were "corrupt." Trump claimed that "125 million people voted today in the first round of India’s presidential election." However, the post appeared to refer to Brazil's presidential election, with no such election taking place in India. '125 million voted': Trump In a Truth Social post, Trump said, "125 Million People voted today in the first round of India’s Presidential…

Imran Khan’s release protests intensify in Pakistan, Section 144 imposed in Islamabad

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

Imran Khan’s release protests intensify in Pakistan, Section 144 imposed in Islamabad

Islamabad: Protests demanding the release of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan have intensified once again, with his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party launching a major march towards Islamabad from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The march was launched after talks between the government and PTI failed to produce an agreement. Islamabad has imposed Section 144 as the authorities move to prevent protesters from entering the capital. The PTI-led march is currently making its way towards Islamabad, raising questions over whether the protesters will be able to reach the capital or be stopped on the way. Two rounds of talks end without agreement The…

Jio Platforms IPO: From expected subscription window to listing date, all you need to know about public issue

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Jio Platforms IPO: From expected subscription window to listing date, all you need to know about public issue

The much-awaited initial public offering (IPO) of digital services major Jio Platforms Limited is expected to open after Dussehra and before October 23, banking sources said. According to reports, Jio Platforms is expected to start an anchor round before Dussehra and is likely to list by the end of this month at an enterprise valuation of USD 143-146 billion, or above Rs 12 lakh crore. According to banking and market sources, the company has completed its international roadshows in the US, UK, Dubai, Hong Kong, and Singapore, led by Akash Ambani, Managing Director of Jio Platforms and Chairman of Reliance…

Iran oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigns amid US blockade, replaced by top executive

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

Iran oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigns amid US blockade, replaced by top executive

Tehran: Amid a prolonged war and a continued US naval blockade of Tehran's petroleum shipments, Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has resigned from his post, state media reported. According to a statement broadcast by state media outlet IRIB, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accepted Paknejad's resignation and appointed National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) chief Hamid Bovard as acting oil minister. Resigned due to personal issues "Following the acceptance of Mohsen Paknejad's resignation, Hamid Bovard, the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company, has been appointed as acting Minister of Oil by a decree from the president," said the statement carried by state…

Orient Cables make stellar debut on bourses, shares list at 65% premium over IPO price on NSE

05

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Orient Cables make stellar debut on bourses, shares list at 65% premium over IPO price on NSE

Shares of Orient Cables (India) Ltd, which specialises in networking cables and passive networking equipment, made a stellar debut on the bourses today, listing at a 65 per cent premium over the issue price. The stock listed at Rs 450 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), a premium of 65.44 per cent to the issue price of Rs 272. On the BSE, the stock debuted at Rs 448.10. Meanwhile, shares of Snapdeal's parent, AceVector, listed at a discount of 11.50 per cent at Rs 28.32 against the issue price of Rs 32. The stock gained further after listing and touched the…