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Markets, IPOs & Wealth 19 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Jio’s Mega IPO Draws Record Rs 2.5 Lakh Crore Anchor Demand as BlackRock, GIC and LIC Join

Jio Platforms has triggered one of the strongest institutional responses ever seen in India’s capital markets, with anchor demand reportedly reaching about Rs 2.5 lakh crore ahead of its Rs 30,200 crore initial public offering. The offering, set to open on October 21 with a price band of Rs 1,065 to Rs 1,119 per share, has drawn participation from marquee global and domestic investors including BlackRock, GIC and LIC. The company plans to use most of the proceeds to reduce debt, a move that could strengthen its balance sheet and sharpen investor confidence.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance18 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Government to Keep 15% in IDBI Bank as LIC Holds 19% in Strategic Exit Shift

The government will retain a 15% equity stake in IDBI Bank while Life Insurance Corporation of India will hold 19%, marking a significant restructuring of ownership ahead of the lender’s strategic disinvestment. Both shareholders will withdraw their nominees from the bank’s board and transition into public shareholders, underscoring the formal separation of state control from the sale process.

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Startups & Venture Capital18 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Magicbricks appoints Mayank Jain as CEO to drive transformation and growth

Magicbricks has appointed Mayank Jain as its chief executive officer, placing him at the helm of one of India’s most prominent digital real estate platforms. His mandate is expected to focus on business transformation, stronger operational and financial performance, and reinforcing the company’s position in a rapidly evolving housing market.

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World Politics & Diplomacy17 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Russia Threatens Strategic Bridge Strikes as Kyiv Faces New Winter Pressure

Russia has signaled a renewed campaign against Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, with senior military messaging warning of strikes on strategic bridges that could physically and operationally divide Kyiv. The threat comes amid a broader pattern of attacks on the energy grid and power facilities, reinforcing fears that Moscow is seeking to make Ukrainian cities harder to live in as winter deepens. Analysts say the campaign is designed to erode civilian resilience, strain emergency services, and intensify pressure on Ukraine’s leadership and Western backers.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance17 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Fairfax’s IDBI Premium Seen as Strategic Bet on Scale, Deposits and Distribution

Analysts say Fairfax Financial Holdings’ premium for IDBI Bank is justified by the lender’s strategic fit, branch reach and deposit franchise in India. The deal is viewed as a platform that could deepen Fairfax’s banking presence and support a broader, more diversified financial ecosystem over time.

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Startups & Venture Capital17 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Magicbricks Appoints Mayank Jain as CEO to Drive Transformation and Growth

Magicbricks has appointed Mayank Jain as its chief executive officer, placing him in charge of steering the property platform through its next phase of business transformation. His mandate includes improving operational and financial performance while strengthening the company’s position in India’s fast-evolving real estate ecosystem.

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Global Markets & Equities17 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

U.S. Seeks Exchange of Up to 17 Million Barrels From Strategic Reserve as Energy Pressures Mount

The United States has solicited bids for an exchange of up to 17 million barrels of crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, according to Reuters, in a move that underscores Washington’s effort to cushion fuel markets amid renewed supply stress. The solicitation comes as traders weigh hurricane risk, geopolitical uncertainty tied to Iran, and the limited flexibility of a reserve that has already been heavily drawn down in recent years.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors16 Oct 2026, 10:51 AM IST

Greta Gerwig’s Psychedelic 'The Magician’s Nephew' Trailer Channels Bowie and Recasts a Classic for the Streaming Era

Greta Gerwig’s first trailer for The Magician’s Nephew arrives with a striking visual language that evokes David Bowie’s glam-era mystique, signaling a bold reimagining of C.S. Lewis’s origin story for a global audience. Beyond the film itself, the release underscores how major entertainment properties are increasingly engineered as platform-scale events, blending prestige filmmaking, franchise strategy, and digital distribution economics.

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New Delhi(1)Life Insurance Corporation of India(1)Jio Platforms(1)India(1)BlackRock(1)