Jobless Maharashtra couple rides 16,428km across 22 states, sets record

Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 staff and borrows $25 billion in days; Here’s why

Microsoft has priced a $25 billion bond sale, its first US investment-grade offering since 2017, just days after offering voluntary exit packages to about 60,000 employees. Orders hit $115 billion across ten tranches, while CFO Amy Hood flagged Azure demand outpacing supply. The money will fund AI data centre spending as capex nears $175 billion.

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'NCP united under Sunetra': Party rejects rift rumours as she skips Amit Shah meet

The speculation was fuelled by the absence of Maharashtra deputy chief minister Sunetra Pawar and her sons, Parth and Jay, from Sunday's meeting with Shah. The development raised questions about whether the party's leadership was being sidelined in discussions over its future following the death of Ajit Pawar. NCP national chief spokesperson Umesh Patil rejected reports as "incorrect, baseless and misleading".

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IOA Elections: Manjeet Singh elected into Athletes' Commission; Srikanth withdraws

Former rower and canoeist Manjeet Singh has been elected unopposed to the IOA Athletes’ Commission after being the sole male medallist category nominee. Kidambi Srikanth withdrew, leaving 10 candidates, including PV Sindhu, Mirabai Chanu and Harmanpreet Singh, competing for nine remaining seats in Tuesday’s (November 3) elections.

'Will see what we can do': Sitharaman to consider FPIs' concerns over LTCG tax

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the government would consider concerns raised by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) over India's capital gains tax structure, amid growing demands for a reduction in long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equities.

New Hampshire closes 20 acres to shellfishing for oyster restoration

The Fish and Game Department of New Hampshire has initiated a five-year period of closure at Great Bay to facilitate oyster restoration efforts. This move affects two key sites, one near Woodman Point and another near Nannie Island. Significant measures are being implemented to combat the alarming 90% decline in oyster reefs since 1970, involving collaboration between researchers and conservation groups to rejuvenate oyster populations and restore essential marine habitats.

India moves to resolve Scotch tariff dispute, assures 75% duty on bulk imports

The government is addressing a dispute regarding reduced import duties on bulk Scotch whisky imports. Liquor industry executives were assured that these imports qualify for the 75 percent duty reduction. The disagreement arose after tax officials questioned the eligibility of bulk shipments under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. Major liquor companies, including Diageo and Pernod Ricard, have been affected by this dispute.

'Why should I wake up at 5 am?': Sarfaraz Khan opens up on India snubs & motivation

Sarfaraz Khan remains motivated to play cricket despite being overlooked for national selection multiple times. He questions his daily efforts while seeking inspiration from his father's dedication to his career. Although he has performed well in domestic matches, the selector's perception limits his opportunities for overseas play. Sarfaraz's focus on fitness has resulted in significant weight loss and improved performance.