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The hypernova debate explained: what really forged ancient stars
New research suggests ordinary lopsided supernovae — not hypernovae — can explain the strange chemistry of ancient Milky Way stars. Here is…
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GST arrest powers and ITC overhaul explained: what changes for you
The GST Council meets October 8 on removing tax officers' arrest powers, raising the prosecution threshold to Rs 5 crore, and expanding…
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China’s fuel export halt explained: why India could fill the gap
China suspended fuel exports for October, tightening Asian markets. India — 23 refineries, 5.6 million bpd capacity — is best placed to…
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US shutdown showdowns explained: what happens if funds run out
Congress funded the US government through December 11, 2026. Here is how shutdowns work — furloughs, essential workers, and what stops —…
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India-US trade talks: why they stalled again
Why India-US trade talks have plateaued, what the 50% tariff burden means for 11 export sectors, and whether a 2027 deal is…
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Jio Platforms IPO: what makes it India’s biggest
Jio Platforms' $3.8 billion IPO opens October 21. Why it's set to be India's biggest listing ever, explained.
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Draconid meteor shower 2026: when and how to watch
The Draconid meteor shower peaks on the night of October 8-9. Best viewed in the evening under moonless skies. Here's your viewing…
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Six bypolls: what we know before October 9 counting
Everything we know before the October 9 counting: six bypolls, turnout figures, key contests in Nandigram, Tamil Nadu and Nagaon.
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RBI October policy: why a rate hike is likely
Why the RBI is likely to hike the repo rate to 5.50% today: broadening inflation, crude prices, rupee pressure and what it…
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BrahMos fire-control systems explained
Explained: what BrahMos fire-control systems and launchers do and why the Navy ordered them.