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Business News India, 31 October 2026
Saturday 31 October 2026, 32 stories.
The Hindu
Centre releases additional instalment of tax devolution of ₹1.09 lakh crore to states
This is in addition to the regular monthly devolution and the second additional instalment this financial year
Reported by 2 outlets: The Economic Times.
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SEBI Steps Up Investor Safeguards Amid Rising Market Participation: Chairman
Cautioning that wider market participation also brings greater responsibility, Pandey said opening an investment account had become easier, but understanding investment risks still required knowledge, care and sound judgement.
The Economic Times
Nobel chemist’s device pulls water from thin air!
The Hindu
SEBI chairman says market regulator keeping eye on Tata Group developments
The comments came amid differences over governance matters at Tata Sons
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Warren Buffett Once Revealed He Hadn't Drunk Water In 48 Years; Bill Ackman Shares His Unusual Diet
Warren Buffett's unusual beverage preference has resurfaced after billionaire investor Bill Ackman recalled an extraordinary exchange at a dinner. Buffett reportedly told him he had not consumed water in 48 years.
Reported by 2 outlets: Mint.
Mint
Doctors back their own software: Docterz raises ₹5 cr, nearly 60% from users of its clinic platform
Docterz aims to deepen its presence in the Indian clinic software market while adding AI capabilities that reduce administrative load.
Reported by 2 outlets: Inc42.
The Economic Times
IMD predicts warmer November across India
New Delhi: Above-normal maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of India in November, except for some regions along the foothills of the Himalayas where normal to below-normal maximum temperatures are expected, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday…
Mint
The Morning Show star Reese Witherspoon takes back control of Hello Sunshine, but why is firm cutting 50% of workforce?
Reese Witherspoon's production company Hello Sunshine has reportedly laid off around 30 employees, or half its workforce, weeks after she and Mediawan reacquired it. The company is moving away from direct-to-consumer ventures to focus on films, TV and books.
The Hindu
Crude oil prices very volatile in Q2, carried both discounts, premium at varying intervals: IOCL Official
Anuj Jain, Director (Finance) at Indian Oil also stated under-recoveries on LPG is projected at ₹309/cylinder in November and ₹370/cylinder in December.
The Economic Times
Prasad alleges Nehru became PM through vote theft
The Hindu
Textile industry welcomes customs duty exemption extension for cotton
Mint
Supreme Infrastructure moves closer to settling ₹2,200 crore debt after NCLT extends payment deadline
NCLT Mumbai extends deadline to October 31; SBI, PNB and Union Bank agree on framework for completing settlement obligations
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US, Iran Likely To Hold Peace Talks In Doha After Qatar Mediation: Report
The breakthrough has occurred in the indirect negotiations between US and Iran after a visit to Tehran by a Qatari delegation led by a senior advisor to the Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister on Friday.
The Hindu
Radico Khaitan sets sights on Scotland to secure malt whisky supplies
Recent disruptions in the West Asia and Gulf corridor highlighted the risks of concentration in individual markets. The company was working to strengthen distribution across other regions.
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Top 10 Polluted Cities Today: Hoshiarpur, Rohtak Have 'Hazardous' AQI; Punjab Has 5 More Cities 'Severe' Zone
Hoshiarpur recorded an AQI of 330 and Rohtak 311, with both cities rated hazardous on the live tracker on Saturday evening.
The Economic Times
Akasa Air aircraft suffers tail strike at Kolkata
Reported by 2 outlets: NDTV.
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Bayern Munich Vs Borussia Dortmund Live Streaming: Likely Lineups; How To Watch Bundesliga Match On TV, Online?
Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund will lock horns in the first Der Klassiker of the Bundesliga season on Saturday. Here's everything you need to know about the match, including live streaming and telecast details in India.
Mint
Govt scraps export duty on petrol; hikes levies on diesel, ATF, check details here
India has scrapped export duty on petrol for a fortnight from October 31, while raising levies on diesel and ATF. Details here.
The Hindu
EKA Mobility plans ₹1,000-crore R&D investment, targets 40,000-unit capacity utilisation by 2030
EKA aims to raise exports to 20-30% of total sales over the next few years. It is exploring further opportunities in the African markets.
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This Faridabad Man Invested Rs 3 Crore To Start A Gym; Here's How Much He Makes Every Month
Faridabad gym owner Nitesh Yadav revealed that his fitness centre generates monthly sales of around Rs 20 lakh, but after expenses and loan repayments, his savings are considerably lower.
The Hindu
Towards recognising women farmers
Maharashtra’s passage of the Women Farmers’ Empowerment Bill, granting women independent recognition as farmers irrespective of land ownership, brings into focus the structural bias against the female agricultural workforce, highlights the need for a database of women farmers…
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India's Food Subsidies Continue Amid Sharp Poverty Drop
Economist Shamika Ravi highlighted that social protection goes beyond poverty alleviation, with India's food subsidies at a modest 0.6% of GDP compared to over 20% social spending in Nordic countries and the UK.
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'Paid For Luxury, Got A Lemon': Gautam Singhania Advises Buyers Against This Carmaker's 'Hype'
Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Singhania has warned prospective buyers against Maserati, alleging poor after-sales support and unresolved customer complaints as the Italian luxury carmaker renews its India expansion.
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7 Key Money Rules Changing From November 2026: What Pensioners, Taxpayers And Bank Customers Should Know
November 2026 brings several important financial changes, including revised PNB credit card charges, new fees on failed transactions at IndusInd Bank, GST amendments and an extended ITR filing deadline for eligible audited taxpayers.
The Hindu
NTPC Q2 net up 14% to ₹5,320-cr. on higher generation, improved efficiencies
The company’s commercial generation increased 11.1% YoY to 92.413 billion units (BU).
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Yuvraj Singh Shares Major Update On His Upcoming Biopic, Filming Could Begin Next Year
The biopic is being produced by Bhushan Kumar in association with Ravi Bhagchandka.
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Ram Gopal Varma Gets Rs 29.67 Crore Recovery Notice Over Pending Dues
Eclatant Films has warned the film industry against entering into transactions involving Ram Gopal Varma or his projects without first obtaining a written No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from them.
Mint
How a Michelin-recognised chef built chole bhature business in Dubai; he sells it for ₹500 as people queue for hours
Pradeep Khullar was 15 years old when his father passed away after battling cancer in 1998. Most of the family's savings had gone towards his father's treatment, leaving them in financial difficulty.
The Economic Times
INDIA bloc rally: 4,000 cops, CAPF to be deployed
The Economic Times
New Vande Bharat to connect Bengaluru and Goa
The Economic Times