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Delhi airport T2 revamped opens on October 26: Self baggage drop, DigiYatra and more - All about new Terminal 2 at IGI Airport

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu inaugurated the renovated Terminal 2 at Indira Gandhi International Airport, which will resume operations Sunday. The revamped terminal, now boasting a total annual passenger handling capacity exceeding 100 million, features self-baggage drop, six new boarding bridges, and DigiYatra services for enhanced passenger experience.

Amitabh Bachchan drops CRYPTIC note: 'People change'

Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan has sparked concern among fans with a reflective blog post about the inevitable changes in people and times. He shared his thoughts on how the past should be cherished as memory rather than lamented. Bachchan also quoted his father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, emphasizing the timeless wisdom in poetry.

Facebook Buys 30% Stake in Reliance’s AI Venture; To Jointly Invest Rs 855 Crore

New Delhi, Oct 25 (PTI) Meta Platforms, Inc's Facebook Overseas will hold 30 per cent interest in the AI venture floated by billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, according to a regulatory filing. Reliance will hold 70 per cent in Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd, the company said in the filing. Reliance Intelligence, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd, and Facebook will jointly invest an initial Rs 855 crore in the venture. In the filing, the company said Reliance Intelligence Ltd on October 24, 2025 incorporated Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd. "REIL, incorporated in India as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Intelligence, will become the joint venture company as per the amended and restated joint venture agreement with Facebook Overseas, Inc. (Facebook), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc," it said. REIL will develop, market and distribute enterprise AI services. "In accordance with the JV Agreement, Reliance Intelligence will hold 70 per cent and Facebook will hold the balance 30 per cent in REIL," it said. "Reliance Intelligence and Facebook have jointly committed an initial investment of Rs 855 crore." No governmental or regulatory approvals were required for the incorporation of REIL.  (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

Who is Karthik Narain? Google Cloud taps Accenture veteran as chief product & business officer

Google Cloud has appointed Karthik Narain as its first Chief Product & Business Officer. Narain, formerly of Accenture, will lead product, engineering, and go-to-market teams, focusing on driving digital transformation and accelerating customer AI journeys. His extensive experience in enterprise technology solutions is expected to bolster Google Cloud's rapid growth.

Nina Lin and Zoe Spencer banned from Twitch after alleged on-stream sexual assault on FaZe Silky’s assistant

Twitch has banned popular streamers Nina Lin and Zoe Spencer following a viral video allegedly showing them assaulting FaZe Silky's assistant. The footage, which circulated widely, depicted inappropriate actions leading to immediate backlash. Lin has since apologized, admitting her conduct was wrong, while Spencer has remained silent. The platform's swift action has sparked debate online.

Buying digital gold? Purity, safety & more—Here is what you should know

Digital gold offers a modern alternative to traditional gold investments, providing 24-carat purity without making charges and allowing fractional purchases. Investors can opt for instant redemption or physical delivery, with safety dependent on platform transparency and vault partners. While accessible for gradual wealth building, potential investors must consider additional costs beyond GST and platform fees.

Iran, North Korea And Myanmar Continue To Remain On FATF's Blacklist

Paris [France], October 25 (ANI): The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global watchdog against terror financing and money laundering, continued to list North Korea (DPRK), Iran, and Myanmar under blacklist as "high-risk jurisdictions subject to a Call for Action" for severe deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) regimes. The FATF identifies these nations as posing a significant risk to the international financial system because of persistent failures to address illicit financial activity. The FATF regularly revises its list, but North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar have all remained on it. The public listing of these countries can incentivise financial institutions to shift resources away from them, in turn pressuring domestic actors to improve regulations to comply with FATF standards. Myanmar was placed on the blacklist in October 2022 due to its failure to make sufficient progress on its action plan to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The FATF is urging the country to address its deficiencies and notes that countermeasures may be considered if no further progress is made by October 2025. "In October 2022, given the continued lack of progress and the majority of its action items still not addressed after a year beyond the action plan deadline, the FATF decided that further action was necessary in line with its procedures and FATF calls on its members and other jurisdictions to apply enhanced due diligence measures proportionate to the risk arising from Myanmar," the statement read. While overall progress continues to be slow, Myanmar recently made progress regarding the management of seized assets to preserve their value until confiscation, but Myanmar should urgently work to implement its FATF action plan to address its strategic deficiencies. The organisation further called on Myanmar to demonstrate enhanced use of financial intelligence in law enforcement authorities (LEAs) investigations, and increasing operational analysis and disseminations by the financial intelligence unit, ensure that ML is investigated/prosecuted in line with risks; demonstrate investigation of transnational ML cases with international cooperation, and also show an increase in the freezing/seizing and confiscation of criminal proceeds, instrumentalities, and/or property of equivalent value. Myanmar will remain on the list of countries subject to a call for action until its full action plan is completed. Iran has not completed its FATF action plan, which expired in 2018. Despite some legislative steps, including ratifying a law related to a UN terror financing convention in October 2025, the FATF maintains that key deficiencies remain unaddressed. Since February 2020, Iran has reported in January, August and December 2024, and August 2025, with no material changes in the status of its action plan, the FTAF mentioned in an official statement. Given heightened proliferation financing risks, the FATF reiterates its call to apply countermeasures to these high-risk jurisdictions. For Iran, while the FATF acknowledged the country's re-engagement with it to address deficiencies in its AML/CFT regime, it also noted that the country has failed to address the majority of the action plan it laid out to counter such illicit activities since 2016. "Considering the United Nations Security Council Resolutions related to Iran's lack of compliance with its nuclear non-proliferation obligations, the FATF reminds all jurisdictions of their obligations under the FATF standards to address proliferation financing risks emanating from Iran," the statement read. The FATF also reiterated its call to refuse the establishment of subsidiaries, branches, or representative offices of financial institutions from the country concerned (Iran), or otherwise to take into account that the relevant financial institution is from a country that does not have adequate AML/CFT systems. The Task Force also called for prohibiting financial institutions from establishing branches or representative offices in the country concerned, or otherwise taking into account the fact that the relevant branch or representative office would be in a country that does not have adequate AML/CFT systems. "Iran will remain on the FATF High Risk Jurisdictions Subject to a Call for Action statement until the full Action Plan has been completed. As the FATF previously stated, should Iran ratify and implement the Palermo and Terrorist Financing Conventions, in line with the FATF standards," the statement read. The FATF has continuously raised concerns over the DPRK's failure to address its AML/CFT deficiencies and the serious threats posed by its illegal activities related to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and their financing. The Task Force has called upon countries on the blacklist to implement targeted financial sanctions in accordance with UNSC Resolutions, to terminate correspondent relationships with DPRK banks, to close any subsidiaries or branches of DPRK banks in their countries, and to limit business relationships & financial transactions with DPRK persons. In an effort to protect their financial systems from the money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing threat emanating from the DPRK. "Despite these calls, DPRK has increased connectivity with the international financial system, which raises proliferation financing (PF) risks," the FATF said in its statement. "The FATF also urges countries to adequately assess and account for the increased proliferation financing risk with the greater financial connectivity reported, particularly since the next round of assessments requires countries to adequately assess PF risks under Recommendation 1 and Immediate Outcome 11," the statement read. Notably, various countries, including Algeria, Angola, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cote d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Lao PDR, Monaco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, South Africa, South Sudan, Syria, Venezuela and Vietnam, also had their progress reviewed by the FATF since 2025. Meanwhile, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Nigeria, and South Africa have been removed from the greylist.  (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

“Full Bloom in Space”: Viral X post reveals unseen details of NASA-ISRO’s NISAR satellite

A high-resolution image of the NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite, showcasing its massive deployed radar antenna, has gone viral. This advanced non-Earth imaging by VantorTech provides unprecedented visual confirmation of spacecraft status, complementing traditional telemetry. The NISAR mission itself promises to revolutionize Earth observation with its dual-frequency radar, offering centimeter-level accuracy for monitoring environmental changes and natural hazards.

Old is gold, new is expensive—Why more people are exchanging gold jewellery instead of buying: Explained

Soaring gold prices are transforming the festive season into a gold exchange bonanza across India. Shoppers are increasingly trading old jewellery for new pieces, with exchanges now forming a significant portion of sales for major retailers. This trend, driven by rising prices impacting purchasing power, is particularly strong in northern, western, and eastern regions.

Did Nostradamus predicted 3I/ATLAS? Rare interstellar object approaches Earth in 2025, sparking scientific and prophecy speculation

Astronomers confirmed the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is approaching Earth, sparking public interest and comparisons to Nostradamus' prophecies. While scientists assure no threat, its unusual features and trajectory fuel speculation about cosmic mysteries and ancient predictions. This rare visitor offers a unique opportunity to study objects from beyond our solar system, enhancing our understanding of the universe.

Why Are Business Tycoons And Bollywood Celebrities Going Gaga Over This Lexus LM350h Luxury MPV?

This is the car which you will see Bollywood celebrities or business tycoons rolling around in and not some usual luxury SUV. So what makes the Lexus LM so popular? The top-end model will set you back by Rs 2.7cr, with the updated model now being back on sale in India. But for its owners, the price does not matter. What matters is privacy, comfort, and luxury. I did slip into the driver's seat, which was luxurious and has a large screen, but it is irrelevant because it is the rear seat experience that truly matters. On the outside, it may be van-like, but the massive spindle grille and the huge length of 5,125mm makes it a head-turner. Even the wheels are stylish, in line with its famous owners — flashy and grabbing the limelight. Rear Seat Experience: A Private Jet On Wheels However, you press a button, and the large sliding door moves away as you get in, giving you your own private cocoon. There is a massive partition, which provides a sense of privacy along with huge space, almost like being on a private jet for the road. Inside, the 2025 model has power sliding doors operable via a switch on the rear console, a dedicated tray, and individual controls for the seats. The seats are lovely; you sit higher up with a sense of Omotenashi — Japanese hospitality — being evident here. The handrest support is perfect, and the seats are soft but not too much. Features include heating, massage, ventilation, and tons of customizations that make you forget the world outside completely. There are fold-out tables, but the highlight is the 48-inch monitor, which can be split for viewing, paired with the fabulous 23-speaker Mark Levinson audio system. Comfort, Connectivity, And Cutting-Edge Features Noise insulation is another important aspect, and the new LM is even quieter, with noise-proofing used extensively throughout. The four-seater variant is the one to get, complete with dimmable partition glass. Then there is the Climate Concierge, where passengers can select one of five pre-set modes — Dream, Relax, Focus, Energise, My Original — adjusting comfort based on temperature readings from an infrared matrix sensor. There is, of course, a fridge, multiple storage spaces, and plenty of connectivity options. The space and comfort on offer are on another level, while the materials used reflect the 2.7cr price tag. It’s not a car to drive yourself, and we rightly enjoyed the rear seat experience while seeing why celebrities spend their crores on this car. With a hybrid (now E20 compliant), it is efficient, smooth, and quiet, while the luxury on offer is more like a private jet. It is designed for the wealthy who just want to be pampered, without the need to drive.

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