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#WATCH || European markets declined as protests in France and Italy heightened investor concerns over public debt, economic growth, and political stability. France’s CAC 40 and Italy’s benchmark index fell nearly 1.3%, while an upcoming Moody’s review of France’s credit rating added to uncertainty. In Asia, Indonesian stocks hit a six-year low amid concerns over a potential MSCI market reclassification and its impact on foreign investment. #EuropeanMarkets #FranceProtests #GlobalMarkets #IndonesiaStocks #InvestorConfidence

#WATCH || India’s Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand aims to expand market access, boost exports, and attract investment. Speaking to DD India, JNU Professor @gsachdevajnu discusses the pact’s strategic significance, key sectors set to benefit, safeguards for sensitive areas, and its role in strengthening India’s integration with global markets. #IndiaNewZealandFTA #FreeTradeAgreement #IndianExports #GlobalTrade #IndoPacific

#WATCH || US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded his Uzbekistan visit following talks with the foreign ministers of five Central Asian nations under the C5+1 framework. Discussions focused on trade, investment, energy cooperation, and critical minerals. Rubio is scheduled to visit India next, with stops in Mumbai and Jamnagar, amid ongoing bilateral trade negotiations. #MarcoRubio #CentralAsia #C5Plus1 #CriticalMinerals #IndiaUSRelations

#WATCH || Paris is gradually returning to normal after a weekend of violent protests across France, with heightened security and restrictions on public gatherings in some areas. Speaking to DD India from Paris, correspondent Rohini Gosawy reports on the situation and the key drivers of unrest, including rising living costs, stagnant wages, and demands for better public services. #FranceProtests #Paris #FranceUnrest #CostOfLiving #StudentProtests

#WATCH || France faces renewed unrest as protests over rising living costs, education, and public services turn violent across several cities. Authorities report around 550,000 demonstrators and thousands of arrests. President Emmanuel Macron has rejected his interior minister’s resignation and ordered a review of security failures ahead of further demonstrations. #FranceProtests #FranceUnrest #EmmanuelMacron #CostOfLiving

#WATCH || The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement marks a significant step in bilateral economic cooperation, providing zero-duty access to New Zealand for 100% of Indian exports. The pact aims to attract $20 billion in investment over 15 years, expand opportunities for skilled Indian professionals, and boost cooperation in manufacturing, agriculture, green energy, and startups, while safeguarding sensitive sectors such as dairy and sugar. #IndiaNewZealandFTA #IndiaNewZealand #FreeTradeAgreement #IndianExports #TradeAndInvestment

#WATCH || The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement comes into force on October 20, granting zero-duty access to New Zealand for 100% of Indian exports. The agreement aims to boost bilateral trade, attract $20 billion in investment over 15 years, strengthen MSMEs and manufacturing, and expand opportunities for skilled professionals. DD India's @trptitripaathi brings us more. #IndiaNewZealandFTA #IndiaNewZealand #FreeTradeAgreement #IndianExports

India’s youngest National Karting Champion, Arshi Gupta, becomes the world’s youngest driver to win the 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐱 𝐌𝐀𝐗 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 (𝐑𝐌𝐂) 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞. She won the Mini Max category at the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) RMC India National Karting Championship 2026, held in Bengaluru.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington is close to finalising a trade deal with India. Speaking in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Rubio also defended the temporary waiver of sanctions for countries importing Russian oil and gas, citing concerns over global energy supplies and prices. #IndiaUS #MarcoRubio #TradeDeal

#WATCH || Farmers. Workers. Students. 🇪🇺 Europe's streets are full, but not for one reason. From soaring living costs to budget cuts, housing, and corruption, each protest has its own trigger. DD India’s Flora Swain (@flora_2712) #ExplainsInAMinute that this is not one uprising, but many frustrations at once. #EuropeProtests #EuropeanProtests #Europe #CostOfLiving #FarmersProtests #WorkersRights #HousingCrisis #PoliticalUnrest

Durga Puja across West Bengal brings together devotion, artistry and community traditions 🔗ddindia.co.in/2026/10/durga-…

Jaishankar meets Swift’s CEO in Delhi 🔗ddindia.co.in/2026/10/jaisha…

Former India spinner Ramesh Powar has been appointed to the Senior Men’s Selection Committee of the Indian cricket team. Pragyan Ojha will head the five-member panel, which also includes Shiv Sunder Das, RP Singh and Ajay Ratra. @BCCI @imrameshpowar #BCCI #RameshPowar #PragyanOjha #TeamIndia

India’s Finance Minister @nsitharaman meets UK Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey on the sidelines of the IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok. #NirmalaSitharaman #IndiaUK

Bangladesh has sought an explanation from Saudi Arabia after two Bangladeshi nationals were executed on 14 October without prior notification to Dhaka, according to reports. The two men were accused of adultery inside a mosque in Makkah, and Bangladesh is seeking details of the circumstances surrounding their executions. #Bangladesh #SaudiArabia #Diplomacy #Makkah

From Garba to Ramleela, Navratri and Dussehra connect communities across the world 🔗ddindia.co.in/2026/10/from-g…

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#WATCH🔗youtu.be/0YWl3dGkc6k Headlines | DD India Live 🔶 India–New Zealand FTA to take effect Tuesday, offering duty-free access to Indian exports 🔶 Indonesian stocks hit six-year low as MSCI reviews market status 🔶 India wins gold and silver in men’s javelin F46 at Asian Para Games #IndiaNewZealandFTA #IndiaTrade #IndonesiaStocks #MSCI #AsianParaGames

The government has asked Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, to ensure its recommendation systems do not disproportionately expose users to a single or limited set of narratives. It has also called for stronger checks on content that could trigger public disorder, incite violence or promote unlawful activities. @GoI_MeitY @Meta #Meta #Instagram #Facebook #SocialMedia