Bihar strongman Anant Singh plans own party after expulsion from JD(U)

PM Modi urges Diwali shoppers to back local artisans and products

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has encouraged citizens to prioritize locally made goods from artisans while buying festive items. He framed this as a way to advance the 'Vocal for Local' campaign and build a self-reliant India. Modi pointed to local products like makhana and arhar dal that have found buyers in several overseas markets. He also spoke about initiatives to revive traditional crafts and farming methods, including the cultivation of natural cotton.

Five IPOs set to open on Dalal Street next week, seeking about Rs 2,600 crore

Five companies plan to launch their initial public offerings between October 26 and October 29, collectively hoping to raise roughly Rs 2,600 crore. The issuers are EAAA India Alternatives, SFC Environmental Technologies, M K Sons Fine Jewels, BLS Polymers, and Bombay Coated and Special Steels. The proceeds are earmarked for expanding operations, bolstering working capital, and repaying debt. Additional companies are also preparing to bring their IPOs to market, with a launch date of November 5 already scheduled.

Cyclone Arnab alert: IMD forecasts landfall in Andhra Pradesh on Oct 28

Babar Azam's conversion of starts questioned after ODI tri-series scores

Babar Azam's recent ODI tri-series outings have drawn scrutiny over his failure to turn promising starts into big scores. He made 45 against Sri Lanka and 34 against England, both times without pushing on from a solid beginning. Former Pakistan cricketer Tanveer Ahmed has pointed to specific weaknesses in Babar's game, including his play against spin, incoming deliveries, and short-pitched balls. Ahmed argued that Babar needs to work on these vulnerabilities if he hopes to improve his returns.