Here's a rundown of 11 significant news stories to keep you in the know:

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‘Feels we are sitting on ticking time bomb,' says kin of detained ex-navy man

The eight navy veterans had been in judicial custody in the Gulf country since August 30, 2022. They were working for the AI Dahra company, when they were picked up by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior for questioning. Families of most of these officials have claimed that the charges framed against these officials are baseless and do not hold any credibility.

Retired defence personnel, expressing their shock on this issue, say former Indian Navy officials went on invitation to Doha to impart their teachings to Qatari Navy officials.

Kerala Blasts: Who is Dominic Martin, the man claimed responsibility for planting bombs at prayer meet

A man from Kochi has claimed responsibility for the blasts. A few hours after the blasts, a man named Dominic Martin shared a video claiming responsibility for the blasts. He also claimed to be a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses, a Christian denomination, which organised the convention. Martin surrendered at Kodakara Police Station in Thrissur district confessing to his crime.

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Apple 'Scary Fast' Event | New MacBook Pro, iMac powered by M3 chips

Apple has launched its new MacBook Pro lineup, featuring three chipsets: M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max. The new MacBooks range from ₹1,69,900 to ₹3,49,900 and are up for pre-orders, with shipping starting on November 7. Additionally, Apple updated its 24-inch iMac lineup with the M3 chipset, priced starting at ₹1,34,900.

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Impact Player: Azmatullah Omarzai spearheads Afghan chase in resounding win over Sri Lanka in ODI World Cup

Afghanistan middle-order batter Azmaatullah Omarzai slammed six boundaries and three maximums at a strike rate of 115.87 to score 73* off 63 deliveries and steer his side to their third victory of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune on Monday.

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Director Alphonse Puthren announces retirement from filmmaking due to autism

Director Alphonse Puthren, renowned for his directorial debut, "Neram," and the subsequent hit, "Premam," has consistently been a figure of controversy on social media. However, he stunned his fans on Monday (October 30) by announcing his retirement from filmmaking via an Instagram post. In the post, he disclosed his self-diagnosed autism as the reason for this pivotal decision, and subsequently, the post was removed by Puthren.

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Insurers to provide simplified policy information document from January 1

In a significant move towards enhancing transparency in the insurance industry, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has issued a circular directing all insurers to provide a Customer Information Sheet (CIS) to their policyholders. The CIS is designed to simplify complex policy details and offer policyholders a clear understanding of their insurance coverage.

Tax calendar for November 2023 — Full list of activities you should complete next month

Effective income tax planning helps in reducing tax liabilities and enhancing savings. There are several tax-related tasks that individuals should undertake in November 2023 to ensure comprehensive planning and mitigate potential consequences. The income tax department has published a comprehensive tax calendar on its website, outlining the due dates for the upcoming month, which people should be aware of.

Some of the world's biggest billionaires and icons say the same thing — savings lead to freedom

What's common between billionaires like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett and Mark Cuban, as well as former US President Barack Obama? Their take on savings and financial freedom.

Essentially, people should decide how much they want to save, and then, spend what's left. Over a period of time, these savings will allow you to explore new avenues, quit a bad job, or just take a break to focus on your mental health or to take a risk as an entrepreneur. So, how much should you save to be able to risks?

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Zoomed Out | Pharma Patents —why India's IPR regime surrendering to global pressure

India’s patent regime is now on the cusp of a seismic shift that bodes ill for both the generic pharma industry and public health. Since the availability of affordable medicines is a crucial lifeline for susceptible communities worldwide, India — the pharmacy of the world— must challenge the complexities surrounding patents and intellectual property rights and firmly resist any efforts to limit the waiver of patents for drugs and vaccines, writes Prof. T C James, Visiting Fellow, Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS).

​​Healthy India | Addressing women's health issues — a Service Designer’s views about eradicating taboos

Designers need to be sensitive to the cultural undertones linked to menstruation. By acknowledging and addressing these cultural nuances, designers can play a pivotal role in fostering open conversations about menstruation, thus taking steps to dispel age-old myths, writes Juilee Ingle, a renowned Service Designer at JP Morgan London.

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Indians work 47.7 hours a week, one of the longest working hours among global peers. A look at countries with the longest and shortest working hours.

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