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World Politics & Diplomacy 15 Oct 2026, 07:48 PM IST

Colombia Quits Hague Group as It Opens Jerusalem Embassy, Marking Sharp Diplomatic Break

Colombia has formally opened an embassy in Jerusalem while simultaneously leaving the Hague Group, a move that underscores President Gustavo Petro’s widening split with parts of the global left and his government’s recalibration toward Israel. The decision restores a free trade arrangement with Israel and signals a major shift in Bogotá’s foreign policy at a moment of intense regional and international polarization over the Gaza war.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth15 Oct 2026, 09:51 PM IST

Steel Stocks Gain as Government Extends Minimum Import Price on 66 Products

Indian steel and metal stocks advanced in late trade after the government extended the minimum import price framework on 66 steel products, reinforcing expectations of tighter protection for domestic producers. Shares of Hindustan Zinc, Hindalco, Jindal Steel, JSW Steel and Tata Steel rose more than 1 percent from the previous close as investors priced in improved pricing power and a more supportive policy backdrop.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 08:08 PM IST

Proposed 0.4% UPI Merchant Fee Will Not Be Passed to Consumers, Government Sources Say

Government sources have clarified that the proposed 0.4% merchant fee on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 will not be charged to consumers, easing concern over a possible cost increase in India’s most widely used digital payments system. The National Payments Corporation of India said only a small portion of UPI transactions may be affected, while the Indian Banks’ Association is expected to address market misunderstandings soon.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning15 Oct 2026, 07:27 PM IST

Citizen Lab Says Governments Are Weaponizing Online Ads to Deliver Zero-Click Spyware

Citizen Lab says it has found evidence that malicious online advertisements were used to compromise dozens of devices at Al Jazeera, underscoring how commercial ad infrastructure can be turned into a covert delivery system for spyware. The findings add fresh urgency to global concerns over zero-click exploits, which can infect devices without any user interaction and are increasingly associated with state-linked surveillance operations.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 05:44 PM IST

GTRI Urges Government to Scrap Proposed UPI Charges, Warns of Damage to Small Businesses and Consumer Spending

The Global Trade Research Initiative has called on the government to withdraw proposed charges on Unified Payments Interface transactions scheduled for October 15, arguing that even modest fees could weaken India’s digital payments ecosystem. The think tank said keeping UPI free is essential to protect small merchants, sustain consumer spending, and preserve the broad adoption that has made the platform a cornerstone of everyday commerce.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth15 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM IST

Steel Stocks Rally After Government Extends Minimum Import Price on 66 Products

Indian steel and metal stocks advanced in afternoon trade after the government extended the minimum import price regime on 66 steel products, a move seen as supportive for domestic producers facing pressure from cheaper imports. Shares of Hindustan Zinc, Hindalco, Jindal Steel, JSW Steel and Tata Steel rose more than 1% from the previous close as investors priced in a firmer pricing environment for the sector.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM IST

Government Urges Banks to Build Quantum-Ready Defences and AI Resilience Framework

India’s finance ministry has asked banks to prepare for a sector-wide transition to post-quantum security while also developing an artificial intelligence resilience framework, according to an official familiar with the matter. The move reflects growing concern that encrypted financial data could be harvested now and decrypted later by future quantum computers, forcing lenders to align on common industry standards rather than fragmented internal fixes.

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India Entertainment & Culture2026-01-14T09:30:00.000Z

Golden Globes 2026: Hollywood's brightest turn to Indian ateliers for uncut polki and Colombian emeralds

At the 2026 Golden Globes in Los Angeles, a discreet but unmistakable jewellery story emerged: Hollywood's leading women chose statement pieces shaped in Indian ateliers, from uncut polki diamonds to carved Colombian emeralds. The result was a red carpet defined less by spectacle alone than by craftsmanship, provenance and a renewed appetite for artisanal luxury with cultural depth.

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Global Markets & Equities10 Oct 2026, 04:50 PM IST

Gilinski Nears Major GeoPark Control in Venezuela Oil Deal

Colombian billionaire Jaime Gilinski is moving toward a deal that could hand him majority control of GeoPark in exchange for a Venezuelan oil field, according to reporting cited by Bloomberg. The transaction, if completed, would mark a significant shift in the ownership and strategic direction of the Latin American oil producer, while underscoring renewed investor appetite for distressed energy assets tied to Venezuela.

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