As Diwali approaches many are mulling whether to invest in gold or stocks. Recently gold prices dipped in the Indian market influenced by global market trends and also geopolitical tensions however prices have risen over 25% since last festive season raising concerns about demand during the festive period. Watch in for more details!

Should You Buy Gold This Diwali?

In India, Diwali is just around the corner. And for air travellers, there's some good news. Average airfares on many domestic routes have dropped significantly compared to last year.

Airfares Drop By 25% On Domestic Routes For Diwali Travellers

The global economic and strategic order is in for a shake-up. The power dynamic is becoming more multipolar. There are many examples in history of once-friendly nations turning hostile, and we are now seeing national interests change. Take a look at this report for more...

Are We Seeing A Multipolar World?

As Chinese premier Li Qiang landed in Pakistan for a four-day visit on Monday, the situation is far from routine diplomacy. Instead, it's one marred by escalating security concerns, particularly after the October 6 suicide bombing near Karachi's Jinnah international airport, which claimed the lives of two Chinese nationals and injured several others. The development comes amidst, a survey by the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK) stating that 83.4% of the surveyed Chinese companies in Pakistan believe the security situation in Pakistan is deteriorating, with no signs of improvement in the near term.

Can Pakistan Reassure China, Safeguard Its Citizens?

India on Monday (Oct 14) withdrew its High Commissioner, Sanjay Verma, and other targeted officials from Canada amid the ongoing bitter diplomatic standoff. The decision came after Canadian Charge d'Affaires,&nbsp;Stewart Wheeler, was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs as Ottawa linked Indian officials to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

In other news, the European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal.&nbsp;

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India on Monday (Oct 14) withdrew its High Commissioner, Sanjay Verma, and other targeted officials from Canada amid the ongoing bitter diplomatic standoff. The decision came after Canadian Charge d'Affaires,&nbsp;Stewart Wheeler, was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs as Ottawa linked Indian officials to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;

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The European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal.&nbsp;

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NASA on Monday (Oct 14) successfully launched its Europa Clipper mission aboard the powerful SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral in Florida for a five-and-a-half-year journey to Europa - one of&nbsp;Jupiter's many moons, to find alien life.&nbsp;

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The Nobel Prize in Economics 2024 has been awarded to&nbsp;Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A. Robinson for demonstrating the importance of&nbsp;societal institutions for a country’s prosperity, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced on Monday (Oct 14).&nbsp;

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Britain on Monday ordered sanctions against top Iranian military figures after the Islamic republic's October 1 ballistic missile attack on Israel.

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TIME Magazine owner, Marc Benioff, has called out US Vice President Kamala Harris for denying multiple interview requests to the publication ahead of the November presidential election.&nbsp;

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Omar Abdullah is set to be sworn in as the next chief minister of Jammu &amp; Kashmir on October 16. The oath-taking ceremony will take place at 11:30 AM. On Monday (Oct 14), Abdullah, representing the National Conference, shared on X a letter from Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inviting him to take the oath on that date.

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Pakistan cricketer Fakhar Zaman has been issued a show cause notice by the country's cricket board for questioning the decision to drop premier batter Babar Azam from the remaining two Tests against England.

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Kriti Sanon and Kajol's&nbsp;Do Patti&nbsp;is a film that you should mark on your calendars. On Monday, the makers unveiled the movie's trailer&nbsp;and it will definitely take your excitement to the next level.&nbsp;

India on Monday (Oct 14) withdrew its High Commissioner, Sanjay Verma, and other targeted officials from Canada amid the ongoing bitter diplomatic standoff. The decision came after Canadian Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler, was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs as Ottawa linked Indian officials to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

India on Monday (Oct 14) withdrew its High Commissioner, Sanjay Verma, and other targeted officials from Canada amid the ongoing bitter diplomatic standoff. The decision came after Canadian Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler, was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs as Ottawa linked Indian officials to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. In other news, the European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal. Click on headlines to read more: India recalls high commissioner, top diplomats to Canada as ties collapse India on Monday (Oct 14) withdrew its High Commissioner, Sanjay Verma, and other targeted officials from Canada amid the ongoing bitter diplomatic standoff. The decision came after Canadian Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler, was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs as Ottawa linked Indian officials to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. EU sanctions Iran for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia The European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal. NASA's Europa Clipper successfully lifts off to find life on Jupiter's moon NASA on Monday (Oct 14) successfully launched its Europa Clipper mission aboard the powerful SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral in Florida for a five-and-a-half-year journey to Europa - one of Jupiter's many moons, to find alien life. Nobel in Economics awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson The Nobel Prize in Economics 2024 has been awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A. Robinson for demonstrating the importance of societal institutions for a country’s prosperity, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced on Monday (Oct 14). US Presidential Elections 2024: What are the key issues driving the polls? In just a few weeks, on November 5, the United States of America will vote to elect its next president. The two top candidates in this vital race for the White House are the Democratic Party nominee, the current US Vice-president Kamala Harris, and the Republican Party nominee, former president Donald Trump. UK government sanctions Iranian military chiefs after Israel missile attack Britain on Monday ordered sanctions against top Iranian military figures after the Islamic republic's October 1 ballistic missile attack on Israel. Is Kamala Harris avoiding TIMES magazine interview? Owner calls her out on X TIME Magazine owner, Marc Benioff, has called out US Vice President Kamala Harris for denying multiple interview requests to the publication ahead of the November presidential election. Omar Abdullah to be sworn in as Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister on October 16 Omar Abdullah is set to be sworn in as the next chief minister of Jammu & Kashmir on October 16. The oath-taking ceremony will take place at 11:30 AM. On Monday (Oct 14), Abdullah, representing the National Conference, shared on X a letter from Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inviting him to take the oath on that date. PCB issues show cause notice to Fakhar for questioning decision to REST Babar Pakistan cricketer Fakhar Zaman has been issued a show cause notice by the country's cricket board for questioning the decision to drop premier batter Babar Azam from the remaining two Tests against England. Kajol and Kriti Sanon's Do Patti: Trailer, release date, plot and more! Kriti Sanon and Kajol's Do Patti is a film that you should mark on your calendars. On Monday, the makers unveiled the movie's trailer and it will definitely take your excitement to the next level.

Top 10 world news: India recalls top diplomats to Canada as ties collapse; EU sanctions Iran, and more

Chinese Naval Maneuvers demonstrated their operational Readiness and escalated tensions in the Taiwan. Chinese Navy released a video showing their military capabilities and increased Naval activity near Taiwan with footage featuring military drills.

South China Sea Tensions: Taiwan Reports Increased Chinese Naval Activity In Bashi Channel

A row has broken out in Israel, over 130 conscript and reserve soldiers refusing to serve if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not work towards reaching a deal for the release of the hostages held captive in Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: 130 Israeli Soldiers Refuse To Serve Over Lack Of Hostage Deal

SCO Summit in Pakistan is on the 15th and 16th of October and the country is in the grip of security pangs. The series of Terror attacks targeting foreign Nationals and unrest created by the political opposition have put the government on the edge.

Pakistan SCO Summit: PTI Warns Of Massive Protest On Oct 15, Ahead Of SCO Summit

Round-up of top and latest news from the world of technology: - Portable ultrasound devices bring life-saving care to Kenya's remote villages - India second largest supplier of restricted technology to Russia - India to train 12,000 girls in space technology

Portable Ultrasound Devices Bring Life-Saving Care To Kenya's Remote Villages

West Asia tensions continue to escalate: As Israel and Hezbollah conflict intensifies. the Israeli military has confirmed that four soldiers are killed in a drone strike launched by Hezbollah at a military base near Haifa . Watch to know more.

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: IDF Destroys Hezbollah Infrastructure In Lebanon

Lebanon is facing a maternity crisis in the wake of Israel's war with Hezbollah. Close to 4,000 women are expected to deliver in the next 3 months this comes as pre and postnatal care plummets with the nation's health care itself on life support. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Expecting Mothers Battle Displacement, Lack Of Sanitation & Hunger

Elon Musk-owned SpaceX scripted history on Sunday (Oct 13) when Starship's "Super Heavy" booster returned to the launch pad, minutes after its launch from the same platform, only to be caught by the mechanical arms, called 'Mechazilla'. Watch in for more details!

SpaceX Starship Launch: Elon Musk's Starship Rocket Flies High & Returns With Booster Catch

Taiwan On Alert Amid Chinese Drills: Analysts Warn Of Potential Conflict Escalation In The Region

Adding a new dimension to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, US has made a big announcement saying it will deploy its high altitude anti-missile system in Israel. US has said it will send THAAD and its US military crew to Israel. Watch to know more.

West Asia Tensions: US Forces To Engage In Combat In Israel?

The United Nations has slammed Israel for an alleged IDF attack on its Peacekeeper base in Lebanon. According to the UN's latest accusation two Israeli Merkava tanks blasted through the main gate of the base and forcibly entered before dawn on Sunday morning. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Using Peacekeeping Force As Human Shields: Netanyahu

THAAD deployment in Israel: New Defence System To Add To Israel's Arsenal

Thousands of protesters are flooding the streets in Spain and France urgently calling for government action to tackle the high living costs amid skyrocketing prizes of Basic Essentials. Watch in for more details!

Protests Over Rising Living Costs: Massive Protests Erupt In Spain And France

Drone attack by Hezbollah killed four soldiers and injured seven, according to the IDF. Hezbollah attacked an army base adjacent to Binyamina in northern Israel. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Drone Attack In Northern Israel Kills Four Soldiers

A new study reveals that your bathroom is teeming with viruses. A research done at Northwestern University studied two things that people use every day-- the toothbrush and shower head, the results have been quite surprising. Watch in for more details!

Tons Of Viruses Live On Your Toothbrush And Showerhead: Study

The US will send the THAAD anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel, which is widely thought to be preparing a response to Iran for its missile attacks on the Jewish country earlier this month, even as it fights Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza. Watch to know more.

What Is THAAD? The Powerful US Anti-Missile Battery Being Sent To Israel

China's military launched a new round of war games near Taiwan on Monday. China called it a warning to the "separatist acts of Taiwan independence forces." Taiwan had been on alert for more war games since the national day speech by President Lai Ching-te. He said China had no right to represent Taiwan even as he offered to cooperate with Beijing. Watch in for more details!

China Launches War Games Around Taiwan, Drawing Anger In Taipei, Concern From Washington

Theatres witnessed the release of two Bollywood movies this Dusshera; 'Jigra', and 'Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video'. The Hindi movies feature bankable Indian stars, such as Alia Bhatt, Rajkummar Rao and Tripti Dimri. But why couldn't their stardom pull crowds to the theatre this festive season? Find out more in this episode of E-Club.

'Jigra' vs 'Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video': Who's the big winner this Dusshera? | E-Club

US President Joe Biden surveyed the damage from Florida's hurricane Milton,--The second storm to batter the low-lying state in recent weeks... His visit comes as rising floodwaters, fuel shortages and power outages further impacted cleanup efforts...

Hurricane Milton Relief Efforts Continue At Disaster Relief Center

West Asia Crisis: US President Biden Says, Agreed To Deploy The THAAD Battery 'To Defend Israel'

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