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Marcus Aurelius quote of the day, You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength, explains how focusing on your thoughts and reactions can help you deal with lifes challenges. The Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher explored similar ideas in Meditations, a collection of personal reflections on self-discipline, reason and inner strength. His philosophy encourages people to accept what they cannot control and focus on their own choices.

Copper prices have dipped due to rising inventories culminating from a resolution of a major strike at a Chilean mine. With available copper stocks hitting a two-month peak following substantial inflows, expert analyst Daniel Ghali pointed to US tariffs impacting global supply chains and shipping costs. In contrast, China exhibits signs of economic growth, notwithstanding ongoing struggles in its property sector.

Delhi Police has implemented robust security arrangements for the Ramlila events in West Delhi. The awareness campaign targets key issues such as women's safety and drug abuse among the youth. Police have set up CCTV surveillance systems and information kiosks to educate visitors effectively. Officers will arrive at venues ahead of performances to ensure public safety awareness. This initiative reflects the ongoing commitment to community engagement and crime prevention.

Air Chief Marshal A P Singh addressed the media regarding the absence of an official US offer for F-35 jets. He humorously highlighted the US restrictions on their access to the aircraft. Singh also mentioned no final decision has been made regarding the Russian proposal for Su-57 fighter aircraft. The Indian Air Force is currently evaluating its future combat aircraft requirements and self-reliance in defense manufacturing.

Canada is preparing to send a significant trade delegation to India, aiming to enhance commercial relationships. Led by Minister Maninder Sidhu, the mission will focus on expanding partnerships in aerospace, agri-food, and clean technology. This event will coincide with ongoing negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement aimed at elevating bilateral trade. Canadian businesses hope to connect with Indian leaders and boost employability in Canada.

INDIA bloc leaders, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, met President Droupadi Murmu regarding electoral concerns. They demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged vote theft. The President requested evidence to support their claims about electoral irregularities. Following the meeting, Kharge indicated the opposition is compiling evidence for future submissions. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi criticized the government's approach

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Essencore has partnered with Syrma SGS Technology to boost local manufacturing capabilities in India. The collaboration supports Essencore's strategic India expansion efforts and affirms its commitment to Make-in-India initiatives. Additionally, the companies aim to enhance engagement in the electronics and technology ecosystem within the country. Essencore introduced its consumer brand KLEVV, which focuses on high-performance memory and storage solutions.

JD Vances use of the term indentured servants while discussing foreign workers has brought attention to a colonial-era labour system. Indentured servitude bound people to work for a fixed period in exchange for food, shelter and sometimes freedom dues. The system differed from slavery, which involved forced labour without the same time-limited contractual terms.

India vs West Indies Playing 11: The India vs West Indies 2nd T20I match will played today at 7 PM in Ranchi. India is currently leading the series with 1-0 and now is a good chance for West Indies to level the score in the five match series against India. People can watch the match on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. The toss will happen around 6:30 PM.

OnePlus 15 users in India can apply for the ColorOS 17 Open Beta Test between October 9 and October 12, provided their devices run one of the required software versions. The company has outlined installation precautions, possible beta-related issues and a rollback process that erases device data.

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Lando Norris has shown interest in racing in India, acknowledging the nation's large fan base for Formula 1. The Indian government is working to bring back the race after it was discontinued in 2013. Talks have occurred between the Adani Group and Formula One Management regarding the Buddh Circuit. Significant renovation and costs are required before hosting the event can become a reality.

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Ravi Rampaul, the West Indies bowling coach, has urged batters to step up their game against India's challenging spin attack. He highlighted the necessity of rotating the strike and extending their innings to build a stronger performance. While recognizing a few frustrations with bowlers' planning, he noted their relative inexperience. The team's tendency to lose wickets in quick succession has been detrimental, particularly during powerplays.

Conflicts in West Asia and the Persian Gulf have led to the deaths of 11 Indian seafarers. The Indian government successfully repatriated 4,200 seafarers from the Strait of Hormuz region. Since the US-Iran war began, missile attacks on vessels have become more frequent. The conflict escalated after a US and Israeli attack killed Iran's supreme leader and top commanders.

India will participate in the Asian Champions Trophy from October 27 to November 5. The tournament will take place in Jalandhar and Mohali with six competing teams. Head coach Craig Fulton emphasised the need for continued focus and discipline after their Asian Games success. Matches will be held at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium and Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium.

The Armys latest drone procurement comes after rigorous trials in extreme Himalayan conditions, where FPV systems were assessed for their ability to function at elevations reaching 17,500 feet. The 225-drone order highlights the militarys expanding reliance on unmanned platforms for operations in high-altitude areas, where low oxygen levels, freezing temperatures, mountainous terrain and unreliable communications can limit conventional equipment.

India and Myanmar convened for the third Defence Cooperation Meeting to assess previous initiatives and explore new collaboration. The meeting was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Lt Gen Pyae Sone Linn. Myanmar officials acknowledged India's humanitarian assistance following a recent earthquake through 'Operation Brahma'. Discussions included enhancing training, capacity building, and maritime security cooperation between the two nations.

India and Italy condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that occurred on April 22, 2025. They held two meetings in New Delhi focused on counterterrorism cooperation and organized crime. Both countries discussed enhancing efforts against drug trafficking and emerging global terrorist threats. Additionally, they reaffirmed the need to counter terrorism financing through multilateral cooperation initiatives. The two sides agreed to arrange future meetings in Rome to continue discussions.

India, along with the United States and 13 other economies, has signed a joint statement aiming to address structural excess capacity. The participating economies emphasized the importance of eliminating non-market policies that distort economic conditions. They acknowledged the growing challenges posed by excess capacity in manufacturing sectors, which hinders market-based investments. The countries committed to cooperating and sharing information to mitigate the negative impacts on trade and j

India and Canada have committed to enhance collaboration in combating transnational organised crime and terrorism. The discussions took place between National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Canadian advisor David Morrison in New Delhi. Both sides recognised the importance of ongoing bilateral security dialogues to maintain stability.

India has put forward a significant plan aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, receiving praise from Russia. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov acknowledged the importance of India's initiative, highlighting the harmonious relationship between the two nations. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha noted that India's proposal stands out as the most extensive in comparison to other countries' offers.

A 25-year-old Chandigarh entrepreneur has shared his unconventional workplace practices, including paying employees 2X when they work on their days off, allowing staff to roast him and discussing company numbers openly. Pratham Jindal also said he prioritises employees over difficult clients and spends on month-end parties, describing the approach as lessons from building his company rather than formal business rules.

The government extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products scheme until December 31, 2026. This extension ensures that exporters receive continued refunds for eligible duties and taxes incurred during production. The existing rates and caps for the scheme remain unchanged during this period. RoDTEP was introduced to help prevent embedded taxes from affecting the pricing of Indian goods abroad.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launched guidelines for the National Coastal Mission 2.0 on Wednesday. The mission aims to enhance conservation and management of coastal and marine ecosystems across India. It has an approved outlay of Rs 767 crore for the period from 2025-26 to 2030-31. This phase also promotes a streamlined implementation framework for better ease of doing business.

Crisil has raised its GDP growth forecast for India in FY27 to 7%, reflecting strong domestic demand. Resilient consumer spending and government investment are key factors supporting this growth projection. However, potential inflation risks from a strengthening El Nino and elevated energy prices may pose challenges. The Reserve Bank of India might respond with rate hikes to manage inflation pressures.

Crisil Ratings stated that India Inc will manage the expected 0.50 percentage point rate hike. The agency also indicated that rural demand would remain unaffected by weather-related shortfalls. Credit performance outlook is stable despite geopolitical tensions from Middle Eastern conflicts. Growth in the banking system's credit and overall corporate credit stability appears promising for FY27.

Indias external financial position improved marginally in Q1 FY27, RBI data showed. External debt rose $15.4 billion to $778.2 billion, while the debt-to-GDP ratio eased to 20.8%. Net international liabilities increased to $220.3 billion but remained below year-ago levels.

Gandhi Jayanti 2026 Theme, History: October 2 marks the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, whose leadership, Satyagraha and commitment to non-violence played a major role in Indias freedom struggle. The day is observed as a national holiday in India and is also recognised by the United Nations as the International Day of Non-Violence, highlighting Gandhis enduring global legacy.

School assembly news headlines for October 1 bring the latest updates from India, international affairs, sports and business. Key stories include Indias Asian Games gold medals, major government decisions, global developments, security operations, Mumbais property market, automobile price changes and important developments in the energy and cement sectors.

Introducing the conference, Manju Dixit, All India Women Convener of BKS, called for a change in the traditional perception of women farmers.

An Indian-origin resident of Norway has drawn attention online after comparing the cost of everyday vegetables in the two countries and questioning whether low prices in Indian cities translate into fair earnings for farmers. His post highlighted sharp differences for lemons, tomatoes and cucumbers, prompting users to debate purchasing power, supply and demand, agricultural regulation and the role of intermediaries.

Indias southwest monsoon ended with rainfall 12.6% below average, making it the fourth-lowest monsoon rainfall since 2001, according to the IMD. The weather office expects below-average rainfall in October, while most parts of the country are likely to receive below-normal rainfall during the broader October-December period.

India's women's hockey team secured a significant victory against South Korea with a score of 2-0. Ishika Chaudhary and Salima Tete scored the goals to ensure their place in the final. The team's next challenge is a match against defending champions China. India dominated possession throughout the match and earned numerous penalty corners. South Korea attempted a late comeback, but India's defense remained strong to secure the win.

Indias economy is set to grow 7% in FY27, according to S&P Global, which sees domestic demand, private investment, manufacturing, trade, energy security, renewable power, digital infrastructure and technology shaping Indias next phase of economic growth.

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India's Kaveri dry engine has completed high-altitude and flight trials in Russia, recording 48.5 kN of peak dry thrust against its target of 46 kN. Developed by DRDO, the engine is intended for India's planned Ghatak stealth UCAV.

India's business landscape showed remarkable resilience as confidence levels surged by 5.6% in the first half of FY27 according to the ASSOCHAM Business Confidence Index. Spanning from April to September 2026, the index illustrates notable growth even in the face of persistent challenges like inflation and rupee depreciation, especially in July, August, and September.

The Indian men's compound archery team secured a Gold medal at the Asian Games 2026. They achieved this victory by defeating China in the finals. In the semifinals, the team overcame South Korea with a score of 236-229. Additionally, the duo of Chikitha Taniparthi and Sahil Jadhav won Gold in the compound mixed team event.

India and Qatar have agreed to accelerate discussions on a Bilateral Investment Treaty and Free Trade Agreement. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Qatars Minister of State for Foreign Trade reviewed investment opportunities in key sectors. Both nations aim to implement a USD 10 billion Qatari investment commitment and establish a QIA office in India. Sitharaman also emphasized the need for normal trade flows in the Gulf region.

The 20th Asian Games are currently taking place in Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October 4, 2026. Athletes from 46 nations are competing in 43 sports for a total of 469 gold medals. Currently, India holds the ninth position on the medal tally with 55 medals, which includes eight gold, 21 silver, and 26 bronze. China leads the medal table with 256 medals, followed by Japan and South Korea.

Priya Ghanghas earned a bronze medal in her debut after losing to Yang Chengyu in the semifinals. Indian boxers have improved their medal tally from the last edition with six medals. Parveen Hooda and Ankush Panghal are already in the finals for their categories. Narender Berwal previously secured a bronze medal in the superheavyweight division. Lovlina Borgohain and Kapil Pokhariya are aiming for gold later today.

The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized around 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine worth over Rs 3,000 crore in the international market after intercepting an Iranian dhow in the Arabian Sea, west of Lakshadweep. The September 25 operation, based on actionable intelligence, also led to the apprehension of five Pakistani nationals. The vessel and contraband were brought to Mumbai.