Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Trump unites India, Russia, China: Moscow Format slams US's Bagram plan; calls Afghan occupation 'unacceptable' | India News

Trump unites India, Russia, China: Moscow Format slams US's Bagram plan; calls Afghan occupation 'unacceptable'
Leaders at Moscow Format, Donald Trump (File photo)

NEW DELHI: India, along with other nations, on Tuesday, opposed the deployment of foreign military infrastructure on Afghan soil, effectively rejecting United States president Donald Trump’s calls for handing over the Bagram airbase.The joint opposition came at the 7th Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan, which included India, Afghanistan, Russia and China, Iran and Central Asian countries, including Pakistan.The countries described the presence of a foreign military in Afghanistan as “unacceptable” during the extensive deliberation on bringing prosperity and development to Afghanistan.“They called unacceptable the attempts by countries to deploy their military infrastructure in Afghanistan and neighbouring states, since this does not serve the interests of regional peace and stability,” said a joint statement published by the Russian foreign ministry.The Indian delegation, led by Ambassador Vinay Kumar, reaffirmed India’s support for an independent, peaceful, and stable Afghanistan, along with the socioeconomic development and prosperity of its people, according to the Indian Embassy in Moscow.Trump’s Bagram pushUS president Donald Trump issued a warning to Afghanistan last month, demanding the return of Bagram Air Base to Washington or face consequences. “If Afghanistan doesn’t give Bagram Airbase back to those that built it, the United States of America, bad things are going to happen,” the president wrote on his Truth Social platform. The ultimatum follows remarks made earlier in the week during Trump’s state visit to the United Kingdom, where he revealed Washington was “trying to get it back.” Standing beside British prime minister Keir Starmer, he said, “We’re trying to get it back because they need things from us.”The issue underscores the base’s strategic significance. Its location gives access to volatile parts of Central and South Asia, while also offering a vantage point close to China’s sensitive Xinjiang region, where Beijing maintains nuclear missile sites.Trump also complained that the United States had “gave it to them for nothing,” adding that Bagram is “exactly one hour away from where China makes its nuclear missiles.”Bagram Air Base, located in Afghanistan’s Parwan province, was a key strategic hub for the United States since the 2001 invasion. However, following the US withdrawal in 2021 and the Taliban’s rapid re-invasion, the United States lost control of Bagram.Also read: What is the ‘insurrection act’? Trump’s new favourite term – All you need to know aboutCounter-terrorismAt the talks in Moscow, participating nations agreed on the need to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation at both bilateral and multilateral levels.They stressed that Afghanistan must be supported in taking comprehensive steps to eliminate terrorism and prevent its soil from being used to threaten neighbouring countries or others.The countries noted that terrorism remains a serious threat to Afghanistan, the region, and the wider world.They also highlighted the importance of expanding Afghanistan’s economic ties and supported its active integration into regional connectivity networks.What is Moscow formatThe Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan is a regional diplomatic platform established in 2017 to facilitate dialogue among Afghanistan’s neighbouring countries and other stakeholders. Its primary aim is to promote peace, stability, and development in Afghanistan through multilateral cooperation.


‘Real chance’: Donald Trump says Gaza peace deal ‘very close’; talks may reshape wider region

‘Real chance’: Donald Trump says Gaza peace deal ‘very close’; talks may reshape wider region
Donald Trump speaking at Oval Office (AP)

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said there was a “real chance” of a Gaza peace deal, as indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israeli representatives resumed in Egypt on the second anniversary of the October 7 attack that triggered the ongoing war.“There’s a real chance that we could do something,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, seated alongside Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. He confirmed that US negotiators were actively participating in the discussions, part of renewed efforts to broker a ceasefire and resolve the broader conflict in Gaza. “We are very close to making a deal on the Middle East that will bring peace to the Middle East,” Trump added, as quoted by new agency AFP.Trump went on to emphasise the negotiations were in “serious” stage, and suggested there could be a peace in the long-standing conflict, which could extend “beyond Gaza”.“Talking about Gaza, we’re in very serious negotiations, I guess you can say, depending upon the way you count, you could say 3000-years or 500-years, but it’s been raging for a long time. And I think there is a possibility that we could have peace in the Middle East, it is something even beyond the Gaza situation,” Trump said.He added that the immediate focus of the negotiations is on securing the release of hostages. “We want the release of hostages immediately. Our team is over there now. Another team just left, and literally every country in the world has supported the plan (referring to his proposed 20-point peace plan for Gaza). I don’t think there is anybody that hasn’t, not that I have seen. But there is a real chance that we could do something.

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The talks are taking place in the city of Sharm el-Sheikh, with mediators from Egypt and Qatar, and the participation of senior officials from the US, Qatar, and Turkey. US envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are also part of the American delegation, according to White House officials.The negotiations are based on a 20-point peace proposal put forward by Trump last week. The plan envisions a ceasefire, the disarmament of Hamas, and Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza. A key element includes the deployment of an international security force, followed by a surge in humanitarian aid to the war-torn territory.Hamas has not agreed to disarm and continues to demand a full Israeli withdrawal and a permanent ceasefire. A senior Egyptian official involved in the talks said the militant group is also seeking guarantees that Israel won’t resume military operations after the release of the remaining hostages. Israel estimates 20 of the 48 remaining hostages taken during the October 7, 2023, attack are still alive.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the war will not end until all hostages are returned and Hamas is disarmed. His government has officially accepted Trump’s proposal, though Hamas has yet to publicly endorse its key conditions.Trump, speaking separately on Monday, framed the deal as an opportunity for broader regional peace: “This is beyond Gaza. Gaza is a big deal, but this is really peace in the Middle East.”The conflict began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas-led militants entered southern Israel, killing around 1,200 people and abducting 251 hostages, according to Israeli authorities. In the two years since, Israel’s military campaign in Gaza has killed over 67,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry, with over 170,000 wounded. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has escalated sharply. UN secretary general Antonio Guterres said on Tuesday that hostilities have created “a humanitarian catastrophe on a scale that defied comprehension.” He added that Trump’s proposal “presents an opportunity that must be seized to bring this tragic conflict to an end.”Talks are expected to continue through the week, with no formal timeline announced. Egyptian foreign minister Badr Abdelatty confirmed that US delegates would join the next round of negotiations on Wednesday.(With inputs from agencies)


The job of jobs in these small cities, Delhi-Mumbai-Bangalore also left behind-these small cities aree


The small town of the country is now playing a big role in the job market. According to the report, Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities such as Jaipur, Lucknow, Indore, Coimbatore, Bhubaneswar, Kochi, Surat, Nagpur and Chandigarh have increased by a year-over-21% increase in jobs during September 2025, which is more than big and 14% growth of Metro cities.

The report states that these small cities have increased employment rapidly due to e-commerce warehousing, retail expansion, customer service centers and festive tourism. This development is not only inspired by festive demand, but it also indicates a stable and strong appointment.

Marketing Vice President of Foundate, Anupama Bhimrajka said that even though the metropolis is continuously growing, non-maznagar areas have played a lead role in employment opportunities. This change indicates decentralized and diverse employment scenario, which opens even more opportunities for job seekers.

Employment has also increased in Metro cities like Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Bangalore, but this rate remained limited to 14%. There was a demand for jobs in IT, banking, media, and entertainment sectors, while technology, finance and marketing professionals were also strong.

The sales and marketing sectors recorded an increase of 5% year-on-year during the festive season, followed by a 4% increase in customer service and operation. Creative and media sectors also increased by 4%, while technology and product roles were stable. In addition, there was a slight increase in the finance and accounting sector.

It is clear from this report that small and medium cities of India are rapidly becoming new centers of employment, which raise new hope for the country’s economic development and employment opportunities.

Browns trade QB Joe Flacco and 6th-round pick to Bengals for 5th-round pick: Report | NFL News

Browns trade QB Joe Flacco and 6th-round pick to Bengals for 5th-round pick: Report
Joe Flacco (Image Source: Getty)

The Cincinnati Bengals have acquired veteran quarterback Joe Flacco and a sixth-round pick from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a fifth-round pick, multiple reports say. The agreement is just the second such division inside the AFC North. Flacco was just benched in favor of an unknown in Cleveland, but will now switch to a Bengals squad that is desperately seeking semi-competence within the Burrow-less offense as they recover from the injury of Joe Burrow. It gives the Bengals a reliable veteran to help them restore their season as they sift through a cloudy quarterback situation.

Joe Flacco joins Bengals amid Joe Burrow’s injury concerns

Star quarterback Joe Burrow had been battling a nagging toe injury, and Cincinnati has been seeking stability. Backup Jake Browning has seen action in mop-up duty, throwing interception after interception and failing to keep drives rolling during the losing streak. The Bengals needed someone they could trust; they went with Joe Flacco, a veteran who can come in and immediately bolster the Bengals’ offense with his experience and presence.In the trade arrangement, Cincinnati gives up a sixth-rounder to net Flacco but only has to surrender a fifth-rounder to Cleveland for the rights to the quarterback. This trade helps each team fill immediate needs while giving both teams some draft flexibility going forward. Flacco may or may not have the keys to the car right away, or be a bridge until Burrow is completely healed. That said, with Cincinnati’s offensive woes, it wouldn’t be shocking if Flacco hit the field before long.Also Read: Kirk Cousins, Joe Flacco, and Dak Prescott make it to the NFL ‘Bag’ Hall of Fame

Browns turn to Dillon Gabriel as new starting quarterback

With the trade almost certainly sounds the end of the line for the Browns at quarterback. When Flacco got benched during the year, he was already replaced by rookie Dillon Gabriel. Flacco leaving means Gabriel is now the QB1, and Shedeur Sanders will move up in the depth chart to the backup spot.The extra fifth-rounder is some extra draft capital for Cleveland, but the bigger story has to do with their long-term quarterback plans. Heading into the 2025 season, the team had no definite answer on who would run the offense with Deshaun Watson still working his way back from injury. Subtracting Flacco from the equation illustrates a greater, younger movement to have some consistency in the inner workings of the unit.With the season dragging on, it will be interesting to see how in a hurry Flacco learns the Bengals’ playbook and if Gabriel can provide consistent play for the Browns. Both squads are banking on a quarterback change to rekindle their postseason aspirations.


Bumper harvest: Auto retails surge 34% in Navratri period on GST cuts

Bumper harvest: Auto retails surge 34% in Navratri period on GST cuts

NEW DELHI: Auto retails surged by a strong 34% to a record 11.6 lakh units in the auspicious Navratri period as GST cuts – that came into effect from September 22 – as well as start of the festive season in north boosted demand. The same was 8.6 lakh units in the nine-day Navratri period last year, according to retail sales data released by Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The full month of September, however, had a relatively-modest 5% growth year-on-year on total automobile retails of 18.3 lakh units (against 17.4 lakh units). The two months are seen as broadly incomparable for statistical understanding since the larger part of September this year did not see customers take deliveries as they waited for price cuts from September 22 when the lower GST rates kicked in. The Navratri growth saw record demand for passenger cars, two-wheelers, and 3-wheelers. The passenger vehicles numbers were up 35% at 2.2 lakh units against 1.6 lakh units in the Navratri period last year.For 2-wheelers, the growth was 36% on total retail of 8.3 lakh units against 6.1 lakh units in the same period last year, as per FADA.

In top gear

“Navratri 2025 will go down as one of the most memorable chapters in the country’s automotive retail journey… For the first time, dealerships across the nation witnessed record-breaking footfalls and deliveries,” FADA VP Sai Giridhar said.Companies across the board had passed on the GST benefits to the market, and some had even sweetened the deal further through festive offers. MarutiHyundai, Tata MotorsMercedes-Benz, TVS, HMSI and Bajaj Auto witnessed strong traction. “It reminded us what the right policy at the right time can do for a nation’s sentiment.”Three-wheelers saw a growth of 25% at 46,204 units (37,097 units) in Navratris, while commercial vehicle retails were up 15% at 33,856 units (29,481). Sales of tractors were up 19% at 21,604 units.Companies expect demand to stay strong till the Diwali period, and have seen stock out of certain models. Shailesh Chandra, MD of Tata Motors’ Passenger Vehicles division, said the surge in demand “sets a promising tone for sustained growth” in the months ahead. “Across our portfolio, customer interest remained exceptionally strong with new bookings doubling in the latter half of September following the lowering of GST rates.”Mercedes-Benz sold a record 2,500 cars in the Navratri period.“We have never seen this kind of a demand in the past. This is a record for the number of cars sold in a particular number of days,” Mercedes-Benz India MD & CEO Santosh Iyer said.Mahindra & Mahindra said customer purchases are at record levels. “Thanks to the impetus from GST 2.0 and the preceding weeks’ pent-up demand, we have seen robust growth in dealer-reported customer retails during the first nine days of Navratri with over 60% growth in the SUV segment when compared to the first nine days of Navratri last year,” said Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO of the company’s Automotive Division.


Tuesday, October 7, 2025

15 children died ... How did poison become sweet syrup?


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In the last one month in Madhya Pradesh, 15 children have lost their lives due to this coldfriend syrup. On October 1, a letter was written to the Tamil Nadu government asking them to investigate against the drug manufacturer. Subsequently, the Drug Control Department of Tamil Nadu confirmed the “adulterated” of the cold syrup being formed in Srison Pharmaceuticals in the investigation. According to the 2 October report of the Tamil Nadu Drugs Control Department, the batch SR-13 of Coldrif Syrup was declared ‘adulterated’. According to the report, 48.6 percent of diathylene glycol was found in the syrup, which is poisonous chemical and is fatal for health.

There is $3 trillion worth of gold lying in Indian homes, but how will it be useful to the country? Zerodha's Nitin Kamath told - Indian households hold 3 trillion dollars in gold Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath explains how it can boost economy


Indian households hold gold worth about $3 trillion, but a large part of it is lying in lockers and is not contributing much to economic growth. Nitin Kamat, co-founder and CEO of stock broking Zerodha, believes that this huge asset can serve the country in a better way.

He said, ‘We have to find better ways to finance gold rather than just limiting it to gold loans.’ Kamat says equity directly funds companies and drives the economy.

Gold vs Equity: Who is ahead in the long term?

Kamat shared a chart showing the comparison of annual returns of gold and Nifty 500 from 1996 to 2025. It is clearly visible that out of 30 years, equities outperformed gold in 24 years.

History shows that both have seen sharp rises and falls. Nifty 500 has given more than 100% returns in many years. 101% in 2003, 105% in 2004 and 91% in 2009. But, there were also big declines of -57% in 2008, -22% in 2001 and -26% in 2011.

Gold continued to give stable but moderate returns. It has grown by 32% in 2011, 27% in 2020, and is projected to grow by 16% in 2024. The year 2020 was special, when both the assets saw growth. 16% in Nifty 500 and 27% in gold.

India’s gold reserves and global comparison

Indian households hold about 25,000 tonnes of gold, the world’s largest domestic reserves and 14% of global gold. Its value is approximately 2.4 trillion dollars. This is 56% of India’s nominal GDP in FY26 and more than total bank credit (55% of GDP).

According to UBS Chief Economist Tanvi Gupta Jain, gold prices may increase further. It may reach $3,500 per ounce in FY26. The price of gold temporarily rose to $3,501 an ounce in April 2025.

HSBC Global also reported that Indian households now hold more gold than the combined reserves of the world’s top 10 central banks. As of December 2024, the Reserve Bank of India had only 876.18 tonnes of gold.

UP News: Safai workers will get security insurance of ₹ 40 lakh, CM Yogi gave Diwali gift on Valmiki Jayanti - UP News Sanitation Workers Will Get Security Insurance of Rs 40 Lakh in Case of Accidental Death Yogi Gave DIWALI GIFT


UP News: Government of Uttar Pradesh on Valmiki Jayanti to UP cleaning workers Diwali Gift Giving, security insurance has been announced to the cleaning workers. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Tuesday (7 october) Asked the people of Valmiki society that your security is the security of the society. Your honor is the honor of Lord Valmiki’s legacy. CM Yogi said that the government is going to do big work right now.

CM Yogi said that cleaning and contractual employee now Outsourcing Not a company. Rather government Corporation Will give money directly to the bank account. cleanliness Personnel Will also give a cover of health insurance of five lakh rupees.

He said that when in the bank account Corporation If the money comes from, we will arrange that unfortunately, an incident happened with a cleaning worker or if he is hit by the disaster, then we will talk to the bank that a provision should be made to give Rs 35-40 lakh through the bank. This cover has been given to 80,000 home guards of UP. Now the sanitation workers are going to connect with this system.

Chief Minister according to a statement Adityanath On Tuesday Maharishi Valmiki held in the Manifest Day celebrations. CM Yogi on the birth anniversary of Lord Valmiki Dwellers Congratulations to

During this time a short film was also shown in the program. CM Yogi said that Maharishi Valmiki is the fate of the tradition of great men of India. The Chief Minister alleged that SP The cleaning workers were exploited during the time of governance.

You will get Rs 20,000 Salary

A day before that CM Yogi said Monday that anyone Scavengers Will not be able to exploit Soon 16 to 20 thousand rupees will be sent to his account. They in kashi Cleanliness Fortnight Honored and sanitation of cleanliness friends who made outstanding contribution under Kit Distributed. CM Yogi Cleanliness But Pushp Also did.

CM Yogi said, Lord Valmiki is the fate of Sanatan Dharma, the sage tradition of India. That all of us Rome-rom And Breathing In Lord Rama Smell Current Triangular There are also sages.He said that Maharishi Valmiki to create the first best epic in the world Adikavi Are also.

Ayushman Bharat Card will also be available

CM Yogi said that within a few days Sanitation workers 16 to 20 thousand rupees will be sent directly to the bank accounts. No one will be able to exploit them. He said that the government Scavengers And the health facility of Ayushman Bharat Card worth five lakh rupees is also going to be provided to cleanliness friends.

'I needed help': Indian student joins Russia's war to avoid jail in drug case; then surrenders to Ukraine

'I needed help': Indian student joins Russia's war to avoid jail in drug case; then surrenders to Ukraine
(Screengrab from video shared by Ukraine’s defence forces)

A 22-year-old Indian national, who went to Russia to study, has been captured by Ukrainian forces after being forced into combat for the Russian army. Ukraine’s defence ministry shared on Telegram: “They took a 22-year-old… Indian prisoner! Majoti voluntarily told his story. He studied in Russia, but got caught with drugs. And in order not to go to prison, he went to war.According to the Kyiv Independent, Majoti told the Ukrainian defence forces: “I didn’t want to stay in prison, so I signed a contract for the ‘special military operation’. But I wanted to get out of there.”Also read| ‘Fraught with danger’: MEA on Indians recruited into Russian armyAfter 16 days of training, he was sent on his first combat mission on 1 October, which lasted three days. Following a conflict with his commander, he surrendered to Ukrainian troops of the 63rd Mechanized Brigade. He described the moment: “I came across a Ukrainian trench position about 2-3 kilometres (1-2 miles) away. I immediately put down my rifle and said that I didn’t want to fight. I needed help.”Majoti added: “I don’t want to go back to Russia. There is no truth there, nothing. I’d rather go to prison here (in Ukraine).” He also claimed he never received the promised financial compensation for joining the Russian army.The Indian Mission in Kyiv is investigating the reports, sources told ANI. “It has not yet received any formal communication from the Ukrainian side in this regard,” the source told ANI. In September, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) had raised concerns over the recruitment of Indian nationals into the Russian armed forces. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal had said: “We have seen reports about Indian nationals having been recruited recently into the Russian army. Government has on several occasions over the past one year underlined the risks and dangers inherent in this course of action and cautioned Indian citizens accordingly.He added: “We have also taken up the matter with Russian authorities, both in Delhi and Moscow, asking that this practice be ended and that our nationals be released. We are also in touch with the families of the affected Indian citizens.”This case follows reports of two other Indian men allegedly lured to Russia under the pretext of construction jobs, only to be deployed on the frontlines.Also read: ‘Forced into Russian Army’, Haryana youth’s last SOSFamilies from villages in Fatehabad, Haryana, claimed their relatives were misled into signing papers in Russian, forced into army uniforms, and sent to Ukraine after minimal training. One youth, Ankit Jangra, told his brother via Telegram that he would be moved to the war zone and lose phone access. Videos have surfaced of several Indian youths appearing terrified and alleging they were coerced into fighting.


Fans react to LeBron James' "The Second Decision" as he chooses Hennessy V.S.O.P over any NBA team | NBA News

Fans react to LeBron James'
LeBron James (Image via Getty Images)

LeBron James threw the basketball world in a frenzy when he released a teaser video about The Second Decision. Fans remembered his First Decision well, when James had decided to leave behind the Cleveland Cavaliers for new adventures in the South Beach for Miami Heat. Now, at 40 years of age, many believed the second edition could be about his retirement, or him leaving the Los Angeles Lakers – his current team, for another. But much to the relief of fans, it is neither.

Fans react to LeBron James’ Second Decision

Fans for the last almost 24 hours, were in a frenzy, thinking about what could really happen when LeBron James posted a teaser video. The video had the caption, “The decision of all decisions. October 7th. 12pm EST. #TheSecondDecision” Fans all around the world threw around one theory after the other, speculating what it could really mean, given his First Decision was about him leaving his hometown team, the Cleveland Cavaliers for the Miami Heat. But since his Decision has finally been presented in front of the audience, everyone seems to have taken a sigh of relief. Under the Instagram post, where King James revealed his partnership with Hennessy, fans were quick to post their reaction. “Bro gaslighted the world for thissssseeee,” to “Bron had me ready to cry at work yesterday,” to “don’t play with our feelings like that!” things were all over the place. “Bro gaslit everyone for a Hennessey ad, crazy work,” another wrote, laughing at how a mere ad teaser had everyone in an upheaval.

LeBron James is starting his SZN 23 in the NBA

The Los Angeles Lakers have LeBron James staying in sunny California for his 23rd season in the NBA. He wasn’t given any contract extension offer, which many thought could lead him away from the team, but he has decided to stay put, for what fans believe is his last season in the league before he finally retires. But for now, fans all around the world have at least one more season to watch this basketball superstar showcase his talent in the league. And with the decision made, and his partnership with Hennessy out in the open, thankfully, he will not be coming up with any more surprises for the fans.Also Read: NBA legend LeBron James’ mysterious “Second Decision” announcement sends shockwaves through the league


Gold rush! Despite gold prices at record high, central banks add yellow metal to forex portfolio; but RBI isn’t buying as much as last year

Gold rush! Despite gold prices at record high, central banks add yellow metal to forex portfolio; but RBI isn’t buying as much as last year
Data from the World Gold Council revealed that global central banks made net additions of 15 tonnes to their gold reserves in August. (AI image)

Gold prices are hitting new lifetime highs every week, but the rally is not deterring central banks around the world from stacking up gold to diversify foreign exchange reserves away from US debt.Data from the World Gold Council, compiled using International Monetary Fund and central bank statistics, revealed that global central banks made net additions of 15 tonnes to their gold reserves in August. The National Bank of Kazakhstan emerged as the primary gold purchaser during August.

RBI not buying as much gold in 2025 as 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) did not buy gold for the second consecutive month in August. In fact, till August-end this year, RBI bought gold in only three out of eight months in 2025. This is a marked departure from the regular monthly gold purchases observed in 2024, according to an ET report.According to WGC, RBI’s total purchases reached 3.8 tonnes in the January-August 2025 period, significantly lower than the 45.4 tonnes recorded during the corresponding period last year.As of August 29, RBI’s gold holdings remained at 879.98 tonnes. The latest figures indicate that gold constitutes 13.6% of RBI’s foreign exchange reserves as of September 26, an increase from 9.3% the previous year when total reserves reached their peak.According to WGC, August’s overall figures aligned with the monthly net acquisitions by global central banks from March through June. This indicates a resumption of purchasing activity following a static month in July. The July figures underwent a downward revision from the initial estimate of over 10 tonnes after Bank Indonesia disclosed an 11-tonne disposal.Gold valuations reached $3,429/oz on August 31, showing a 31% increase year-on-year.The WGC noted that the current gold price surge, which has established several record highs this year, continues to restrict central bank purchasing levels. This might also influence some tactical selling decisions.“But the recent slowdown in buying does not necessarily signal that central banks as a whole are losing interest in gold,” it added.According to Canara Bank’s chief economist Madhavankutty G, there is now clearer insight into the Federal Reserve’s rate path, with additional rate reductions anticipated. The demand is expected to increase, although this relationship has become less pronounced compared to historical patterns.“Global uncertainties have also not ebbed which supports gold. Moreover, we must keep in mind that the quantity of gold mined remains limited while demand remains steady. So central banks will benefit from further up move in gold prices, which will bolster their reserves,” he added.


AU Small Finance Bank will consider financial results on October 17, 2025 - AU Small Finance Bank to Consider Financial Results on October 17 2025


The meeting of the Board of Directors of AU Small Finance Bank is to be held on October 17, 2025, on Friday, with the quarter -year -September 2025 and the united financial results of the half -year will be considered and approved.

In order of earlier information about the closure of the trading window, letter ref. No. As per AusFB/sec/2025-26/232 dated September 29, 2025, trading window will remain closed from October 1, 2025, Wednesday, October 19, 2025, Sunday for the trading window dezagneted persons and their close relatives to deal in the bank’s securities. Therefore, these people are not allowed to trade in the bank’s securities till October 19, 2025, Sunday.

This information is given according to SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 as per Regulation 29 (1) and 50 (1).

Other matters will also be considered in the board meeting.

The closure of the trading window is in accordance with the provisions of the bank’s code of conduct to stop SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 and Insider Trading.

You are requested to take the information given above and inform all the people concerned.