India News Digest
Reuters reports that the Indian government has ordered Delhi schools to offer online classes as air quality worsens ahead of Diwali. The Delhi item is the most immediate development in the city section today.
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Delhi Schools Ordered to Offer Online Classes
Reuters reports that authorities have directed Delhi schools to offer online classes as air quality worsens ahead of Diwali.
India Oil and Gas Policy Reforms Seen Boosting Feedstock
Indiatimes reports that India's oil and gas policy reforms could increase domestic availability of petrochemical feedstock.
October Fuel Demand Reaches Highest Since March
Reuters reports that India's fuel demand in October was the highest since March.
Indian Markets Hold Up as Global Tech Selloff Hits Asia
NDTV reports that a Wall Street AI-driven sell-off spread to Asia, while Indian markets were largely unaffected. CNBC separately reports that Indian stocks could draw inflows as global markets fall.
Mohammed Shami Retires from Test Cricket
Cricinfo and ICC report that veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami has brought his Test career to a close.
Rajnath Singh to Spend Deepavali with Troops in Sikkim
The Hindu reports that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will celebrate Deepavali with troops at the India-China border in Sikkim.
Manufacturing Push Toward a Self-Reliant India
A Press Information Bureau (PIB) article titled 'Manufacturing Momentum: Building a Self-Reliant India' outlines the government's manufacturing agenda.
Green Hydrogen Ambitions Face Costs
The Diplomat examines India's green hydrogen ambitions and the cost challenges that accompany them.
Textile Recycling Industry Workplace Injuries
The Guardian reports on serious workplace injuries in India's textile recycling industry, describing workers losing hands or legs.
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Manipur Rebel Arrested in Delhi Hotel
The Times of India reports that a Manipur rebel was arrested from a hotel in Delhi.
Court Allows More Evidence in Sonia Gandhi Voter List Case
The Times of India reports that a court has allowed additional evidence to be considered in a case concerning Sonia Gandhi and a voter list.
India Ranked Third-Largest Arms Exporter to Europe
News On AIR reports that Defence Secretary has said India has emerged as the third-largest arms exporter to Europe.
Karnataka Reports Ethanol Content in Petrol Up to 31.2%
Hindustan Times reports that Karnataka has reported ethanol concentration in petrol of up to 31.2%. NDTV reports that a Karnataka minister has cited petrol tests and called for a consumer relief fund.
India's Largest Asset Managers Not Disclosing Portfolio Emissions
Responsible Investor reports that some of India's largest asset managers are not disclosing emissions from their portfolios.
India's Only Floating Post Office Gets Longer Hours
The Times of India reports that India's only floating post office will operate for longer working hours.