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Sensex Drops 1,200 Points, Nifty Falls Below 23,100 Amid Bond Yield Surge

Indian stock markets faced intense selling pressure on the day, with the Sensex plunging over 1,200 points and the Nifty slipping below the 23,100 mark. Both benchmark indices declined nearly 1.5%, reflecting broad-based investor anxiety. A sharp rise in bond yields to their highest levels in 19 years was identified as a key driver behind the selloff. Elevated bond yields typically make equities less attractive, prompting investors to shift away from stocks.

Four sexual assault cases against minor girls spark safety alarm in Delhi

Four cases of sexual assault targeting girls aged 6 to 17 have come to light in Delhi, raising serious concerns about child safety in public spaces. The incidents took place across various locations including parks, streets, and shops. Police acted swiftly in several cases, leading to quick arrests of the accused. However, the incidents highlight a persistent vulnerability faced by children even in seemingly everyday environments. Authorities are under pressure to strengthen preventive safety measures across the city.

IIT Bombay Student Suicide: Father Detained While Heading to Campus to Protest

Ravindra Wakode, father of deceased IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode, was detained by Mumbai Police in Bhandup while travelling to the campus to protest his son's death. Sahil, a second-year student, died by suicide on September 18. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage as part of the investigation, and allegations of caste-based harassment have been raised against Professor Suryanarayan Doolla. IIT Bombay has constituted a committee to look into the circumstances surrounding the student's death.

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