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Iran Plans Attacks on Gulf Undersea Cables if War Resumes
Senior Iranian security officials say Tehran has prepared plans to attack undersea communications cables in the Gulf if the US and Israel resume military operations. The threats also extend to data centres and AI infrastructure, raising concerns over regional connectivity.
Jio Breaks Indian IPO Records as Investors Bid $77 Billion
Jio Platforms has attracted over $77 billion in bids across its IPO and anchor allocation. The ₹30,213-crore public offering closed 22.19 times subscribed, led by institutional buyers, as Reliance prepares to list its telecom and digital services subsidiary.
US Governments Repeatedly Asked SpaceX to Alter Starlink Access in Conflict Zones
Former US officials say successive administrations asked SpaceX to activate or restrict Starlink in several conflict zones. The disclosures come as Congress investigates disruptions to Ukraine's military satellite communications and demands clarity over who controls the network.
Russian Diesel Heads to New York in First Shipment Under Trump–Putin Deal
A tanker carrying 40,000 tonnes of Russian diesel has departed Primorsk for New York following the Trump–Putin fuel agreement. The shipment, expected on November 7, marks the first delivery under the deal as Washington seeks relief from high diesel prices.
Romania Blames Russia After Drone Sinks Cargo Ship in Black Sea
A drone struck the Comoros-flagged Khoryv near Romania's Black Sea coast, killing one sailor and leaving three missing. President Nicușor Dan blamed Russia as Bucharest pushed for stronger maritime surveillance and NATO security cooperation.
Gunmen Kill Seven Mourners at Church Funeral in Jordan
At least seven people were killed and around ten injured when gunmen opened fire during a funeral at Hammoud Church in southern Jordan. Police are pursuing the suspects as investigators work to establish the motive behind the shooting.
Sudan's Harvests Fail as Drought Pushes Millions Towards Famine
Sudan faces a worsening hunger emergency after severe drought damaged crops across Darfur and Kordofan. With millions already experiencing acute food insecurity, failed harvests, livestock losses and disrupted humanitarian assistance threaten to deepen the crisis into 2027.
Egypt Pushes Yemen Talks as Parliament Weighs Saudi Military Support
Egypt is pressing for a political settlement in Yemen while preparing for a parliamentary vote on military support for Saudi Arabia. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi says any assistance would be defensive, as Cairo seeks Houthi withdrawal from territory near Bab el-Mandeb.
Scientists Map Hidden Communication Network Deep Inside the Brain
Scientists have mapped specialised communication pathways in the brain's locus coeruleus, revealing how different groups of neurons influence learning, attention and behaviour. The findings could improve our understanding of neurological disorders.
Spotify Removes 75 Million Spam Tracks Amid AI Music Boom
Spotify has removed 75 million spam tracks and excluded 50 million more from recommendations in 2026. Its AI crackdown aims to protect musicians, but questions remain about automated filtering, independent artists and transparency.
BEL Secures ₹770-Crore Contract for Indigenous Army Radars
Bharat Electronics has secured a ₹770-crore Defence Ministry contract for Improved Low Level Light Weight Radars capable of detecting fighter-sized aircraft and small drones. The procurement will strengthen the Indian Army's low-altitude surveillance capabilities.
Chip Stocks Suffer Fresh Rout Despite Record Industry Sales
US semiconductor stocks suffered another sharp selloff on October 22, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index falling 6.7%. Despite record chip sales and strong earnings, investors are questioning whether the enormous investment in AI infrastructure can deliver expected returns.