27 killed in two separate mass shootings near South Africa’s biggest cities

Oil prices, US-Iran talks and economic data to steer Indian markets this week

Indian equity markets face a shortened trading week due to public holidays, with several global and domestic factors expected to influence sentiment. Ongoing US-Iran diplomatic negotiations are being closely watched, as their outcome could affect crude oil prices and the Indian rupee. Analysts have flagged movements in global bond yields as another key risk, particularly for emerging markets like India. On the domestic front, investors will monitor industrial production figures and auto sales data for fresh cues on economic health.

70,000 Rural Youth to Begin Placement-Linked Skill Training Under DDU-GKY 2.0 in Oct 2026

Approximately 70,000 rural youth from 24 states and union territories are set to commence skill training under the revamped DDU-GKY 2.0 scheme starting October 2026. The Ministry of Rural Development has outlined plans for 2,015 training batches, all tied to employment placement outcomes. Courses under the scheme will range from three to twelve months in duration and are aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework. States and union territories have been directed to finalise target allocations to implementing agencies by October 31, 2026. The Centre is accelerating the rollout as part of broader efforts to enhance rural employability.

111 MPs, MLAs changed parties after winning elections since 2022: ADR

TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh Claims Assassination Attempt After Car Attacked in Kolkata

Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh alleged an attempted murder while travelling to an event in Kolkata. Armed assailants reportedly smashed his car window and tried to pull him out of the vehicle. The incident came just days after a separate attack on Saturday, when protesters damaged his car in Uttarpara. Ghosh has blamed the BJP for orchestrating the attacks and expressed dissatisfaction with the police response to both incidents.