STORY 01Global
Spain's minister slams an 'inexplicable' order
Why it matters: A second deadly crash on this line in nine months; the minister faults control, not drivers.
Thursday, 29 October 2026
10 stories · 28 sourcesSTORY 02Conflict
A war warning, then a letter to Tehran
Why it matters: MEA says 22 Indians, including 14 seafarers, have died in the conflict so far.
- Ynet (WSJ report)US tells Gulf allies to prepare for a campaign against Iran
- Times of Israel (Reuters)Vance reaches out to Iran's security chief to restart talks, WSJ reports
- Iran InternationalVance sent letter to Iran's security chief to revive peace talks
- CBS NewsQatari mediators present a new draft deal to Tehran
- The Tribune (ANI)22 Indian nationals, including 14 seafarers, killed, says MEA
STORY 03Markets
Fed holds, but two want a hike
Why it matters: Higher US rates tend to pull foreign money out of India and weaken the rupee.
STORY 04Politics
Netanyahu's bloc slips to 53
Why it matters: No bloc has a majority, so Israel faces weeks of coalition bargaining, or another vote.
STORY 05India
Cabinet clears a 3% DA hike
Why it matters: About 1.16 crore staff and pensioners get more money, backdated to July.
STORY 06Climate
Arnab's toll: five dead in Andhra
Why it matters: Konaseema's coconut and paddy belt took the hit. Naidu has asked the Centre for help.
STORY 07Markets
Jio ends day one 27% above issue
Why it matters: India's biggest-ever IPO rewarded investors, even on a down day for the market.
STORY 08Tech
Investors balk at Google's AI bill
Why it matters: Investors now want proof that AI spending pays off, not just bigger budgets.
STORY 09Economy
Britain's budget targets energy bills
Why it matters: With oil far above pre-war levels, even rich economies are paying to cushion bills.
STORY 10Politics
Lula's rival flees to the US
Why it matters: A defeated candidate leaving despite a court order tests Brazil's courts, and its US ties.