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Jio IPO draws interest from LIC, SBI MF, HDFC MF and India’s top insurers ahead of October 21 opening

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Oct

Business

Jio IPO draws interest from LIC, SBI MF, HDFC MF and India’s top insurers ahead of October 21 opening

The Reliance Industries has a strong presence in India's telecommunication market and has remained ahead of its rivals and competitors. As the Mukesh Ambani-led conglomerate continues expanding its footprints in Indian markets, the Jio Platforms is all set to open its initial public offering (IPO) on October 21 (Wednesday). It has attracted a significant interest from both domestic and international investors, with reports claiming that the aggregate demand has already reached around Rs 2.5 lakh crore, which is eight times more than the issue size of Rs 30,213 crore. Jio IPO draws domestic, global insurers, asset managers' interest Not just…

France’s historic Limoges Town Hall, which survived two world wars, ‘largely lost’ amid riots

18

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

France’s historic Limoges Town Hall, which survived two world wars, ‘largely lost’ amid riots

Paris: A historic building in the French town of Limoges has been "largely lost" after being set on fire by rioters, as violent demonstrations against rising living costs and in support of students' demands spread across France. The Limoges Town Hall, built in 1883 and designated a historic landmark in 1975, suffered extensive damage in the fire. The incident came amid a wave of unrest in several French cities, with protesters setting vehicles ablaze, looting shops and clashing with police. The violence prompted security forces to use tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators. According to the office of…

Election Commission Announces Special Summary Revision to Boost Voter Enrolment

18

Oct

By The Press Editor

Politics

Election Commission Announces Special Summary Revision to Boost Voter Enrolment

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered a Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls in 17 states and Union Territories, with a focus on enrolling young, first-time and other eligible voters who may have been left out during the ongoing controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The exercise will cover Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Puducherry, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal. The qualifying date for inclusion is January 1, 2027. According to the schedule, draft electoral rolls will be released on…

Quote of the day by Jane Austen: “There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart”; why kindness makes relationships stronger

18

Oct

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Quote of the day by Jane Austen: “There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart”; why kindness makes relationships stronger

Jane Austen was an English novelist known for exploring love, marriage, social expectations and human behaviour. Her best-known works include Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and Emma.The quote is associated with her novel Emma, published in 1815. The novel follows Emma Woodhouse, a young woman whose confidence in her own judgement sometimes leads her to misunderstand other people's feelings. Through Emma's experiences, Austen examines the difference between good intentions and genuine understanding.Her writing remains relevant because she understood that relationships are shaped by small actions, social manners and the ability to recognise personal mistakes.

Sachin Pilot Slams Punjab Government Over Law and Order

17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Politics

Sachin Pilot Slams Punjab Government Over Law and Order

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on October 17 called for a change in governance in Punjab, alleging that the state’s law and order situation had deteriorated, with killings, extortion, ransom demands and encounters becoming frequent. During his visit to Moga district, Pilot met members of a victim’s family and said people across Punjab were facing severe hardship. He alleged that the family of a young man whose father was killed three years ago had received neither justice nor the assistance it needed. Pilot said reports of murders and other criminal incidents were emerging from several parts of the state.…

Optical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals if you talk too much, interrupt, or trust strangers too easily

17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Optical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals if you talk too much, interrupt, or trust strangers too easily

Optical illusion personality tests are interesting brain teasers that trick the brain and eyes into believing what they see first, based on their perspective, focus, and thoughts running through their head at the time.The most interesting part of these images is that one person spots a face, another sees a train, and both are sure they are right. That small difference is what makes optical illusions so much fun, and they claim to reveal hidden traits about your personality based on what you see first.It is quite easy and does not require much effort; users are required to look at…

‘Do something, otherwise…’: Captain Smit Machchhar recounts terrifying moments aboard Flydubai flight

17

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

‘Do something, otherwise…’: Captain Smit Machchhar recounts terrifying moments aboard Flydubai flight

Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar has recalled the terrifying moments of an assault that left him struggling to stay conscious and wondering whether he would survive. In an interview with Sky News Arabia, he described how the situation quickly became a fight for survival, with passengers' safety also weighing on his mind. The captain's account captures the confusion and panic of the ordeal, from a powerful blow to the head to the sight of people screaming when a door opened. He also remembered two fellow pilots who responded in very different ways, one turning to prayer and another taking over the…

Jio Platforms IPO attracts Rs 2.5 lakh crore in early investor interest, over 8 times issue size

17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Jio Platforms IPO attracts Rs 2.5 lakh crore in early investor interest, over 8 times issue size

Reliance Industries subsidiary Jio Platforms is attracting strong interest from domestic and global institutional investors ahead of its initial public offering (IPO), which is scheduled to open on October 21. According to sources quoted in a report on Saturday, early investor demand is estimated at around Rs 2.5 lakh crore, more than eight times the issue size of Rs 30,213 crore. The interest spans government-backed investment funds, global long-term investors, major Indian mutual fund houses and insurance companies. However, the figure reflects preliminary institutional demand rather than final IPO subscriptions or confirmed share allocations. The picture is expected to become…

10 killed, 9 injured in Bangladesh seaside resort fire; several people remain missing

17

Oct

By The Press Editor

World

10 killed, 9 injured in Bangladesh seaside resort fire; several people remain missing

At least 10 people have died and nine others have been injured after a fire broke out at a seaside resort in Cox's Bazar, in south-eastern Bangladesh, on Saturday morning. The blaze gutted the three-storey property, which was built mainly with bamboo and wood. The fire started at around 6.30 am at TUPTUP Resto and Resort in Inani, near Patuartek Beach along Marine Drive. Hours later, officials were still trying to establish what caused the blaze, while the condition and whereabouts of some people believed to have been at the resort remained unclear. What happened at the Cox's Bazar resort?…

Alcaraz stunned by unseeded Zizou Bergs in Shanghai Masters Round of 32

17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Alcaraz stunned by unseeded Zizou Bergs in Shanghai Masters Round of 32

Belgium's Zizou Bergs celebrates after pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the Shanghai Masters, defeating second seed Carlos Alcaraz 7-5, 7-6(4) in the round of 32. Seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz suffered a shock 7-5 7-6(4) defeat by unseeded Belgian Zizou Bergs in the Shanghai Masters round of 32 on Monday, a result that also confirmed Alexander Zverev as the ATP's year-end world number one.Fresh from defending his Japan Open title and building momentum after a wrist injury that sidelined him for nearly five months, Alcaraz never found his rhythm in a scrappy two-hour, two-minute contest.The second-seeded…