Four Chinese zodiac signs may finally feel life getting calmer after October 9.The Fire Dragon Destruction Day helps Rooster, Rat, Monkey and Dragon clear stress, set stronger boundaries and regain control.

The Reserve Bank of India is engaged in dollar sell-buy swaps to stabilize the rupee's value. However, this has resulted in higher forward premiums, making it expensive for foreign investors to hedge. As a consequence, some foreign investments in rupee-denominated assets may decline. Additionally, companies are opting to borrow in rupees and exchange for dollars due to favorable local rates.

The Supreme Court recently criticised the leniency shown by lower courts in commuting death sentences. The bench said that a line must be drawn due to increasing crime rates in the country. It observed that sentencing should consider societal interests and the severity of the crime.

The Supreme Court recently criticised the leniency shown by lower courts in commuting death sentences. The bench said that a line must be drawn due to increasing crime rates in the country. It observed that sentencing should consider societal interests and the severity of the crime.

The Trump administration has opened direct talks with Myanmar’s military-installed government, US officials said, marking a shift from Washington’s post-coup isolation policy. Talks led by Assistant Secretary Michael Vance initially focused on shutting scam centres targeting Americans and securing an American’s release, but could expand to Myanmar’s rare-earth resources.

China has officially nominated Dr. Song Li, a senior health official, for the WHO Director-General position. This nomination could draw international attention to China's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Song has extensive experience in public health, including maternal and child health coordination during health emergencies. The election results will be revealed after the current Director-General’s term concludes in August 2027.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss drought issues, highlighting the significant impact of the El Nino effect on Andhra Pradesh's agriculture sector. Naidu proposed the creation of a national water grid through river interlinking across southern states.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss drought issues, highlighting the significant impact of the El Nino effect on Andhra Pradesh's agriculture sector. Naidu proposed the creation of a national water grid through river interlinking across southern states.

Russia's exports of yellow peas and sunflower oil to India have been disrupted by ongoing conflicts. As a result, prices for yellow peas have risen from ₹40 to ₹46 per kg in the last two months. Importers report that shipments from Russia have not occurred recently, affecting the availability of yellow peas. Meanwhile, sunflower oil shipments are also hindered, causing expectations of higher prices in the near future.