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Road blocked in Chatra after man dies in bike accident
Chatra: Locals blocked Mahavir Chowk after Somar Bharti died in a bike crash, alleging gravel dumped on road; police promised probe, action, compensation.
Did Israel ignore warnings? UAE shared info about flydubai crew & Omani co-pilot before flight
The UAE shared passenger and crew information with Israel before a FlyDubai flight whose Omani co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and tried to seize control, AP reported. The co-pilot had reportedly been barred from flying by Oman over extremist concerns…
NDLEA intercepts N5bn drugs at ports, arrests Milan-bound businessman
NDLEA operatives have intercepted container consignments of Loud and codeine syrup worth over N5bn at Apapa, Tin Can Island, and Onne seaports. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-intercepts-n5bn-drugs-at-ports-arrests-milan-bound-businessman/
Links 10/4/2026
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UPI MDR Charges: Will small-value transactions be impacted? What's Person-to-Merchant (P2M) fees? Details inside
From October 15, a new MDR framework will apply to UPI merchant payments above ₹2,000. But not all merchants or transactions will be affected. Here’s what the new rules mean for customers, small vendors and select sectors.
Moscow vows to step up strikes on Ukraine as Zelenskyy threatens to attack more Russian refineries
Russia will intensify strikes on Kyiv and other regions of Ukraine following recent remarks by president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Russian defence ministry
Toll dispute sparks VHP, Bajrang Dal protest; FIR against 3
VHP, Bajrang Dal protest at Muzaffarnagar’s Jaggahedi toll plaza over free bus passage; FIR filed against 3 toll staff under BNS sections.
Gold, silver lose lustre in September
Gold and silver fell in September amid a strong dollar and rate-hike expectations, signaling range-bound, volatile futures ahead.
Lockheed Martin’s India expansion plan hinges on $10.5bn military aircraft bid: Which firms are competing for project?
Lockheed Martin plans to expand its manufacturing in India if it wins a $10.5 billion contract for 60 medium transport aircraft. It has partnered with Tata Advanced Systems and aims to deliver 12 aircraft initially, while 48 will be produced locally, enhancin…
Himachal Pradesh teacher recruitment 2026: Sukhu announces 4,000 appointments in six months
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced plans to recruit 4,000 teachers within six months, adding to over 10,000 appointments made in the past three years. The government is also expanding CBSE schools and developing 300 Schools o…
'Forced to say I wanted to work in sex racket': Newlywed alleges dowry torture, assault by husband
Anju, a 24-year-old woman, has reported severe abuse by her husband Nandu and his family over dowry demands. After four months of marriage, she claims the harassment began shortly after the wedding. Anju described physical assaults involving household objects…
Abia students emerge best in Qatar debate competition
Students from public schools in Abia State, representing Nigeria, have emerged as overall champions at the International Schools Debate Championship in Qat Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-students-emerge-best-in-qatar-debate-competition/
Finances for raising a child
Primary breadwinners should secure term life insurance worth 15-20 times annual income, so a child’s education stays funded even after an untimely demise
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Sensex and Nifty extended losses for a fourth session as heavy FII selling, surging bond yields and elevated crude prices rattled investors. The selloff erased Rs 5 lakh crore in market value, while analysts advised long-term investors to accumulate gradually.
Content creator sells 450 cups of coffee outside corporate office, earns Rs 18,000 in a day; internet reacts
Devansh Tyagi, a creative content maker, decided to set up a coffee stall just outside a bustling corporate office to assess his potential earnings. He priced his cups at Rs 40 and claimed to have served around 450 customers in a single day. During their brea…
Why Delhi drags feet on SAARC
By P Kharel India was never enthusiastic about forming a regional grouping in South Asia, with all members having equal say and consensus decisions are mandatory. When Sri Lank and Pakistan proved very receptive to the idea and the Maldives, too, seemed inter…
National team’s next matches! Everything on November’s international break
The Brazilian National Team already has its next commitments set to wrap up the 2026 calendar.During the November FIFA window, the team coached by Carlo Ancelotti will play two friendlies in Asia, bot...
Analysing KL Rahul's 9 ODI centuries: How many times has Rahul played a match-winning knock for India
How many of KL Rahul's 9 ODI centuries won games for India? Explore the complete match-by-match breakdown and statistical analysis.
Asian Games 2026: Curtain comes down in Aichi-Nagoya as Doha receives flag for 2030 edition
The 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya successfully ended with Qatar receiving the flag for the next event in 2030. India concluded the Games with 85 medals, including 21 gold, and finished fourth overall. China led the medal tally, securing its best performanc…
In 2019, a UK company donated computers to a Ghana school; three years later it achieved the country's best academic results
Foster Denovo, led by CEO Roger Brosch, has been making impactful contributions to a village in Ghana since 2015 when Brosch met local resident Ebby. This partnership has resulted in the donation of rugby kits and refurbished computers, significantly enhancin…
Where India will be 5 to 10 years from now? EAM Jaishankar answers
During the Munich Leaders Meeting in New Delhi, S Jaishankar elaborated on India's potential to rise swiftly in the global power arena within the next decade. He pointed out the country's robust growth trajectory and advantageous demographic trends. Additiona…
Bengaluru's office parks take the commute challenge into their own hands
Shiny business parks surrounded by crumbling roads and persistent traffic snarls are a common sight in the southern city. As GCCs drive office absorption, they are seeking not only high-quality workplaces but also better infrastructure and easier commuting fo…
Pointo bets on e-auto, BESS, second-life battery segments to drive growth
Lithium-ion battery distribution and service network startup Pointo is betting big on the expanding e-auto segment, battery storage systems (BESS) and second-life products to bolster its revenue, while actively engaging with investors to raise Rs 70-100 crore…
Asian Games Gold: Indian Women's Hockey Team's Journey To Victory
Indian women's hockey team captain Salima Tete and other players expressed immense pride and confidence after winning the Asian Games gold medal, defeating China 1-0. This historic victory, achieved after 44 years, also secured their qualification for the 202…
Canadian aunt’s hockey fundraiser grows from C$10,000 to over C$1 million
A hockey tournament born from a family cancer diagnosis has grown into a decade-long fundraising effort, turning a group of friends, a few teams and a
Iowa farmer earns $30,000 from four wind turbines, calls it the '401(k)' he never had
Iowa livestock farmer Dave Johnson earns about $30,000 a year by leasing his land for four wind turbines. Despite voting for Donald Trump, he sees wind energy as an economic benefit, calling the steady income “the 401(k) that I never had.”
India's AI strategy: We should not invest in the whole stack but focus instead on areas of expertise
The artificial intelligence (AI) stack is both complex and expensive. As Indian policymakers try to put India on the global AI map, it would be better for the country to focus on maximizing value where it can instead of spreading resources thin. Here's where …
Industry experts call for India-specific AI safety rules, not US model
India should build its own artificial intelligence (AI) safety framework suited to its languages, scale, and application-led AI ecosystem rather than replicate a voluntary pact signed by US President Donald Trump and top technology firms last week, industry e…
'India’s 5G journey approaching new phase of maturity; unlocking value on horizon now': Ericsson India MD Nitin Bansal
NEW DELHI: Having reached almost all districts of the country and with 43 crore subscriptions at the end of 2025, India’s 5G journey “is approaching a new
Deeper GVC integration, FTAs key to boosting India's exports: Deloitte
Deepening integration into global value chains (GVCs), strengthening supply chain resilience and enhancing utilisation of free trade agreements (FTAs) are key to boosting the country's exports and high-end manufacturing, according to Deloitte India. Anil Talr…