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India Scraps Import Ban on Salman Rushdie’s ‘Satanic Verses’
In 1988, India ruled that Salman Rushdie’s novel “The Satanic Verses” could not be imported. This week, the ban was lifted because officials could not find the original order.World - The New York Times - 58 minutes ago -
Child benefit reform plans scrapped
A planned move to a system where claims are based on household income, rather than an individual's, will not go ahead.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
Northern agrees to scrap railcard fare prosecutions
The rail operator says it is working with the government to simplify it price structure.Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
Starbucks scraps 2025 guidance after fall in sales and earnings
New chief Brian Niccol vows ‘to fundamentally change our strategy’ to return to growthBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages
Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Was This Scrap of Cloth Once a Tunic Worn by Alexander the Great?
A Greek researcher says a piece of purple-and-white fabric discovered decades ago in a tomb in northern Greece may have belonged to Alexander. Others disagree.World - The New York Times - October 30 -
Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
Here’s a rabbit for the chancellor’s hat: scrap stamp duty on shares | Nils Pratley
Getting rid of SDRT would pay for itself over time because other receipts would rise, abolitionists say. . Rachel Reeves is looking for taxes to raise, rather than ones to abolish. Never mind: here ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
Labour’s promise of change requires a clearer message
Starmer’s government must learn from leaders who transformed Britain: Attlee, Blair and, yes, ThatcherWorld - Financial Times - October 18 -
A ‘full fat’ Budget is impossible — what are the trade-offs?
Traditional Labour measures on tax and borrowing will need to be balanced with thinner fare to keep to fiscal constraintsBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Ofwat could be scrapped in sweeping review of failing UK water industry
Environment secretary says new commission will consider all options regarding water regulatorBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Trump and Harris Scrap for Georgia as Supporters Brace for a Photo Finish
Georgia has seen a flurry of activity underlining both parties’ recognition that, once again, the state is anyone’s to win.Top stories - The New York Times - October 27 -
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Sweden scraps plans for 13 offshore windfarms over Russia security fears
Decision comes after military concludes projects would complicate defending Nato’s newest member against attack. Sweden has vetoed plans for 13 offshore windfarms in the Baltic Sea, citing ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
The Guardian view on America’s electoral college: time to scrap an antidemocratic relic | Editorial
Concerns about US democracy grow with the electoral college’s role in enabling presidents to win without the popular vote, potentially benefiting Donald Trump in 2024. The last two presidential ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Turkish film festival scrapped over Daniel Craig gay drama censorship
Mubi cancels four-day event in protest as local government blocks screening of Luca Guadagnino-directed movie Queer. Organisers of an Istanbul film festival announced its cancellation on Thursday ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
India’s Ambassador Is Person of Interest in a Canadian Investigation, India Says
The move by the Indian government comes as the two countries have been locked in a dispute following the assassination of a Sikh separatist in Canada last year.World - The New York Times - October 14 -
CNBC's Inside India newsletter: The changing face of India's rich
The Tatas, Ambanis and Adanis have long been the face of India's wealthy population. That is changing as India's rich populace gets a new identity.Business - CNBC - October 17 -
The leaders of India and Spain launch India's first private military aircraft plant
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez have inaugurated India’s first private military aircraft plantWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
While Europe frets, India expects
European foreboding about peace and stability in the world finds little echo in New DelhiBusiness - Financial Times - October 14 -
Jodhpur: India's vanishing 'blue' city
The blue coloured-homes that gave India's Jodhpur its distinct identity are giving way to other hues.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
Canada, India, and their diplomatic death spiral
The two nations are locked in a fierce row over murder plot allegationsTop stories - BBC News - October 24 -
India celebrates Diwali, the festival of lights
A time for feasts, prayers and fireworks, Diwali is one of the most important festivals in India.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Man United legend Sir Alex Ferguson's ambassador role scrapped in cost-cutting move, per report
Ferguson was reportedly paid around $3 million a year for his servicesSports - CBS Sports - October 15 -
Qualcomm shares fall after report of Arm threat to scrap key license in escalating dispute
Qualcomm shares fell on Wednesday after Bloomberg reported that British chip designer Arm is looking to scrap a key license for the U.S. firm.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Third time's the charm: Shaun White proposes to Nina Dobrev after scrapping plans twice
Nina Dobrev and former Olympic snowboarder Shaun White are engaged after five years together. 'RIP boyfriend, hello fiancé,' former 'Vampire Diaries' star says.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 30 -
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French minister cancels holy site visit after Israeli police arrest gendarmes
France summons Israeli ambassador over incident at Eleona domain in Jerusalem which is under French control. The French foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot has abandoned a visit to a holy site in ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Tuesday Briefing: India Accused of Homicide and Extortion
Plus, an artist sues to reclaim his work.World - The New York Times - October 14 -
What to Know About India and Canada’s Diplomatic Rift
The diplomatic rift has suddenly grown more stark as Canada amplifies its accusations that India is directing lethal operations abroad.World - The New York Times - October 16 -
Trudeau Aides Testify at Hearing as Tensions With India Escalate
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s top aides spoke at a public hearing a day after Canada accused Indian diplomats of orchestrating killings and extortions in the country.World - The New York Times - October 15 -
India bowled out for 46 at home by New Zealand
India suffered a humbling, bruising day in Bangalore as New Zealand’s seamers skittled them for their lowest Test total at home before racking up a big lead.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17
