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CAPPA, activists, labour group reject Lagos water privatisation, metering, demand public investment

Nigeria, Oct. 17 -- Community activists and a representative of labour organisations have urged the Lagos State Government to invest in public water infrastructure rather than rely on private operator... Read More


Axis Bank Q2 PAT climbs 38% YoY to Rs 7,000 cr

Mumbai, Oct. 17 -- Total income increased 14.2% YoY to Rs 42,949.32 crore in the September 2026 quarter, compared with Rs 37,594.81 crore in the year-ago period. Operating profit before provisions an... Read More


Foreign Universities Enter India: Opportunity or Threat?

Srinagar, Oct. 17 -- India is opening the gates of its higher education system to foreign universities. But global brands alone cannot rescue an education system struggling with questions of quality, ... Read More


Best thematic factor-based mutual funds 2026: Which equity schemes lead in 1- 3- and 5-year CAGR returns?

New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- Factor-based mutual funds follow specific investment characteristics, or factors, to select stocks rather than relying solely on a broad market outlook or a conventional market-c... Read More


Halloween 2026: Best Ideas for Movie Night with Friends & Family - Here are Streaming Deals and Snack Options You Must Check

India, Oct. 17 -- This is the perfect excuse to dim the lights, grab a bowl of popcorn, and settle in for a spooky movie night with friends and family. Whether you enjoy supernatural thrillers, classi... Read More


HDFC Bank Q2 Results: Net profit rises 5% to Rs.19,510 crore, NII jumps 10% in last quarter under outgoing CEO Jagdishan

New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- HDFC Bank, India's largest private sector lender, on Saturday announced its financial results for the second quarter of FY27, posting growth in net profit and net interest income... Read More


Enugu approves N32 billion to clear gratuity arrears

Nigeria, Oct. 17 -- The Enugu State Government has approved the payment of about N32 billion in outstanding legacy gratuities owed to retirees with the first tranche of N10 billion scheduled for relea... Read More


LIVE | Kerala Lottery Result Today 17 October 2026 (OUT SOON): Karunya KR-772 Saturday Lucky Draw to be Declared at 3 PM - Check Full Winners List, 1st Prize Rs.1 Crore, 2nd, 3rd Prizes & More

India, Oct. 17 -- LIVE | Kerala Lottery Result Today 17 October 2026 (OUT SOON): The official Kerala Karunya KR-772 lottery result for today, 17 October 2026, is scheduled to be announced starting at ... Read More


10 smartwatches with features that could make your phone less necessary

India, Oct. 17 -- A smartwatch can help you keep track of workouts, monitor sleep, check notifications and handle calls without reaching for your smartphone every time. Some smartwatches focus on heal... Read More


ITC sets board meeting date to declare Q2 results 2026; net profit may decline due to cigarette taxation - share outlook

New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- The diversified FMCG company ITC has announced the board meeting date to declare its second quarter earnings for the current financial year. In an exchange filing on Friday, ITC ... Read More