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Clean Energy & Climate Transition 25 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Dragon Man Skull Reopens the Human Evolution Debate

A newly analysed fossil skull known as the “Dragon Man” is forcing scientists to revisit a pivotal chapter in human evolution, with implications for how Homo sapiens, Neanderthals and other ancient human relatives are classified. The research underscores how one extraordinary specimen can reshape long-standing assumptions about the branching history of our species.

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World Politics & Diplomacy22 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Japan’s Asian Games Expose a Rare Breakdown in Event Discipline

Japan’s reputation for precision and polished global event delivery has been dented by a troubled Asian Games operation marked by hotel disruptions, transport failures and diplomatic missteps. The problems have drawn scrutiny not only to organisers but also to the private firm contracted to manage key logistics, raising broader questions about oversight, accountability and reputational risk in mega-events.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy17 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

AI Trade Unwinds as Global Hedge Funds Post Steep Losses, Asia Managers Hit Hardest

Global hedge funds have suffered sharp losses as investors rapidly unwound artificial intelligence-linked positions amid renewed inflation concerns and rising expectations that interest rates will stay higher for longer. Asia-focused stock pickers were the worst affected, while broader global fundamental long-short funds also slipped, underscoring how crowded technology bets are now amplifying volatility across the hedge fund industry.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors16 Oct 2026, 01:14 PM IST

Asia Stocks Rebound as Chipmakers Recover, but Indonesia’s Rout Deepens on Downgrade Fears

Asian equities staged a broad rebound on Thursday as semiconductor shares recovered from the prior session’s sharp selloff, helping stabilize sentiment across regional markets. But Indonesia remained under intense pressure, with the benchmark index extending losses to as much as 11% as investors digested warnings tied to a possible market downgrade and broader concerns over capital outflows.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth16 Oct 2026, 07:05 AM IST

Asian Stocks Rise as Chip Selloff Eases, Led by South Korea

Asian equities opened higher as investors stepped back from the sharpest pressure on semiconductor shares, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index rising 0.6% and South Korean stocks leading the advance. Chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix edged higher, while Wall Street’s late rebound — including a 0.3% gain in the S&P 500 — helped steady sentiment across regional markets.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 03:40 AM IST

HSBC Hires Cantor’s Paras Jain to Lead Global TMT Banking, Sources Say

HSBC has appointed Paras Jain as global head of technology, media and telecom investment banking, with the veteran banker expected to join in November, according to people familiar with the matter. The move underscores HSBC’s push to deepen its presence in sectors where it believes it can compete more effectively, particularly across Asia and the Middle East.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 01:37 AM IST

HSBC taps Cantor's Paras Jain to lead global TMT banking, sources say

HSBC has hired Paras Jain from Cantor Fitzgerald to head its global technology, media and telecom investment banking franchise, according to people familiar with the matter. Jain, who is set to join in November, is expected to help the bank deepen its reach in Asia and the Middle East as HSBC sharpens its focus on businesses where it sees stronger competitive advantage.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth16 Oct 2026, 12:35 AM IST

Copper Slips to 10-Day Low as Profit-Taking Mounts and Supply Fears Ease

Copper prices fell to a 10-day low as traders locked in gains after a recent rally, while easing concerns over mine disruptions reduced the market’s risk premium. The pullback came amid broader pressure across metals, with investor unease over inflation, interest rates and a sharp sell-off in Asian technology shares weighing on sentiment.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning15 Oct 2026, 10:12 AM IST

Asian Shares Set to Slip After Hot U.S. CPI Triggers Wall Street Selloff

Asian equities are poised to open lower after a hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation reading jolted Wall Street and renewed pressure on rate-sensitive assets. The move deepens a broader rotation out of high-valuation technology and chip stocks, where investors are increasingly questioning whether artificial intelligence spending can justify the scale of debt and capital intensity now building in the sector.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance08 Oct 2026, 12:45 PM IST

HSBC hires Cantor’s Paras Jain to lead global TMT banking, sources say

HSBC has appointed Paras Jain as its global head of technology, media and telecom investment banking, with the banker set to join in November, according to people familiar with the matter. The move underscores HSBC’s push to concentrate resources on businesses where it believes it can win share, particularly in Asia and the Middle East’s fast-growing tech corridors.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning08 Oct 2026, 07:19 AM IST

AI Debt Boom Spooks Markets as Credit Worries Spread Beyond the U.S.

Global markets are showing fresh signs of strain as a wave of artificial intelligence-related borrowing raises concerns about credit quality, funding costs and investor appetite. Asian shares were subdued and bond markets came under pressure as analysts warned that the AI investment boom is increasingly being financed with debt rather than cash flow.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning07 Oct 2026, 06:02 PM IST

AI Borrowing Boom Triggers Fresh Jitters Across U.S. Markets

A wave of debt-financed spending tied to artificial intelligence infrastructure is unsettling investors as yields rise and credit conditions tighten. The concern is no longer just whether AI demand is real, but whether the capital structure supporting the buildout can withstand slower cash generation and more expensive funding.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth06 Oct 2026, 07:25 AM IST

Asian Stocks Edge Higher After U.S. Tech Rally as Oil Slips

Asian equities opened firmer in early trade after a late-session surge in U.S. technology shares lifted Wall Street and left the S&P 500 close to a record. The move was led by gains in Nvidia and Microsoft, while crude oil eased, reinforcing a cautious risk-on tone across regional markets.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy05 Oct 2026, 08:06 AM IST

Gold Edges Higher as Weak US Jobs Data Dims October Fed Hike Odds

Gold prices rose in early Monday trade in Asia after disappointing US employment data weakened expectations for a Federal Reserve rate increase in October. The softer outlook for interest rates lifted demand for safe-haven assets, while silver and platinum also advanced as investors reassessed the policy path.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth05 Oct 2026, 06:18 AM IST

Morgan Stanley Scrambles After Accidental Email Exposes Deal Pipeline; SEBI Opens Review

Morgan Stanley is racing to contain the fallout after an accidental email reportedly exposed a list of more than 100 potential and ongoing transactions across Asia and other markets. The leak has raised immediate concerns over confidentiality, market sensitivity and internal controls, prompting India’s markets regulator, SEBI, to begin examining the matter.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Oct 2026, 12:37 PM IST

Asian Shares Advance as Fed Rate-Hike Bets Ease, Bonds Firm

Asian equities rose in early trade as investors scaled back expectations for another Federal Reserve rate increase after softer U.S. labor data reinforced the view that inflation pressures are cooling. Government bonds also edged higher, reflecting a modest bid for duration as markets reassessed the policy path ahead.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning04 Oct 2026, 07:39 AM IST

America’s Data Center Backlash Signals a Global Reckoning for the AI Boom

The fight over data centers in the United States is emerging as an early warning for the rest of the world as governments, utilities and local communities confront the costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure. Across Europe and Asia, the same tensions are surfacing: rising power demand, strained grids, water use, land pressure and fears that the benefits of the boom will be privatized while the costs are socialized.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (09:17 PM IST)

Hyderabad’s Anil Reddy Vennam Elected President of Plastics Industry Body

Hyderabad-based industry leader Anil Reddy Vennam has been elected president of a plastics trade body, marking a leadership change in a sector central to manufacturing, packaging and recycling policy debates. The appointment comes as India’s plastics industry faces mounting pressure to balance growth with sustainability, compliance and circular-economy goals.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (07:11 PM IST)

Asian Shares Slip as Bond and Currency Swings Jolt Markets Ahead of US Jobs Data

Asian equities fell in cautious trade as investors absorbed sharp moves in government bonds and foreign exchange markets, with higher oil prices adding to the pressure. Attention is now fixed on upcoming US labour data, which could shape expectations for Federal Reserve policy and extend volatility across global assets.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (12:35 PM IST)

Prime Minister, Lok Sabha Speaker Pay Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri

India’s top constitutional and executive leaders marked the occasion with tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, underscoring the continuing political relevance of their ideals of non-violence, integrity, and public service. The observance served as a reminder of how foundational national memory remains to India’s democratic and governance narrative.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (04:08 AM IST)

Asian Shares Slip as Bond and Currency Swings Rattle Markets Ahead of US Jobs Data

Asian equities eased in early trade after a volatile session across bonds and foreign exchange markets left investors cautious and defensive. Elevated oil prices, persistent concern over US Treasury yields, and renewed scrutiny of French fiscal stability added to the risk-off tone as traders positioned for upcoming US employment data that could shape the Federal Reserve’s next move.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (10:14 PM IST)

Higher Toll for Commercial Vehicles in Mumbai to Take Effect on October 1

Commercial vehicles entering and exiting Mumbai will face higher toll charges from October 1, a move that is likely to raise logistics costs across India’s financial capital. Transporters have opposed the increase, warning that operators will have little choice but to pass the additional burden on to consumers.

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Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (05:02 AM IST)

Eight SME IPOs Open Today as Companies Seek Nearly Rs 440 Crore in Fresh Capital

Eight small and medium enterprise initial public offerings open for subscription on September 30, together targeting about Rs 440 crore in fresh fundraising. Seven issues will list on the BSE SME platform, while Eventions is set to debut on NSE SME, underscoring continued investor appetite for the lower-cap market segment despite a crowded primary market calendar.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (06:38 PM IST)

Neeru Salutes Cousin Lakshya, Indian Armed Forces After Asian Games Gold

Indian Army naib subedar Neeru dedicated her Asian Games gold medal to her cousin Lakshya and the Indian armed forces after a hard-fought victory that she said was meant to inspire the next generation. Her remarks framed the triumph as both a personal milestone and a message of confidence for younger athletes training to follow in her path.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (06:17 PM IST)

Lovlina Borgohain Storms Into Asian Games Semifinal, Secures Medal for India

Lovlina Borgohain delivered a commanding 5-0 victory over South Korea’s Seong Suyeon in the quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinal and guaranteeing India at least a bronze medal at the Asian Games 2026. Competing in her first bout of the tournament, the Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist once again underlined her status as one of India’s most reliable medal contenders in elite women’s boxing.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (02:29 PM IST)

India’s Digital Payments Play Is Emerging as a Global Growth Engine at GFF 2026

India’s rapid innovation in digital payments is increasingly being viewed not just as a domestic success story, but as a template for global financial infrastructure. At the Global Fintech Festival 2026, Adyen’s presence underscores how international payment firms are positioning themselves around India’s scale, interoperability, and exportable fintech capabilities.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (11:24 AM IST)

NGT Flags Gaps in Kerala Pollution Board’s Biomedical Waste Report Amid Cross-Border Dumping Concerns

The National Green Tribunal has found significant gaps in a report submitted by the Kerala State Pollution Control Board on the treatment of biomedical waste, raising fresh questions over whether the state has enough processing capacity for waste generated across its healthcare network. The tribunal’s scrutiny comes against the backdrop of concerns that biomedical waste may be moving across district and state lines without adequate oversight, exposing regulatory weaknesses in collection, treatment, and monitoring.

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