Salaries in India expected to rise 9.1% in 2027: Report
Salaries in India are expected to rise by 9.1% in 2027 as employers maintain stable compensation budgets while balancing growth ambitions, rising workforce costs and intensifying competition for skilled talent, a report said. Sector-wise, NBFCs are expected to lead with 10.1% hikes, followed by the energy sector at 9.9%, and real estate and infrastructure at 9.8%.
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04:55 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Salaries in India are expected to rise by 9.1% in 2027 as employers maintain stable compensation budgets while balancing growth ambitions, rising workforce costs and intensifying competition for skilled talent, a report said. Sector-wise, NBFCs are expected to lead with 10.1% hikes, followed by the energy sector at 9.9%, and real estate and infrastructure at 9.8%.
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Govt approves 78-day Diwali bonus worth ₹2,009 crore for railway employees
Railway employees will receive a productivity-linked bonus equivalent to 78 days’ wages ahead of Diwali, benefiting nearly 11.5 lakh staff. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the bonus on Wednesday after the Cabinet meeting. The bonus will cost the government around ₹2,009 crore, with each eligible employee set to receive a maximum of ₹17,951.
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05:03 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Railway employees will receive a productivity-linked bonus equivalent to 78 days’ wages ahead of Diwali, benefiting nearly 11.5 lakh staff. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the bonus on Wednesday after the Cabinet meeting. The bonus will cost the government around ₹2,009 crore, with each eligible employee set to receive a maximum of ₹17,951.
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Noida Expressway home prices jump 225% in 4 years: Report
Residential property prices along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway surged 225% between 2021 and 2025, posing an affordability challenge for buyers, according to PropEquity. Average prices rose from ₹6,600 to ₹21,500 per sq ft. Meanwhile, Gurugram emerged as India's largest market by residential launch value in 2025, with 23,809 units launched worth ₹1.38 lakh crore.
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03:28 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Residential property prices along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway surged 225% between 2021 and 2025, posing an affordability challenge for buyers, according to PropEquity. Average prices rose from ₹6,600 to ₹21,500 per sq ft. Meanwhile, Gurugram emerged as India's largest market by residential launch value in 2025, with 23,809 units launched worth ₹1.38 lakh crore.
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Falguni Pathak charges ₹20-25 lakh per Navratri performance: Reports
Singer Falguni Pathak, known as the 'Garba Queen', charges ₹20-25 lakh per Navratri performance, with estimates reaching as high as ₹40 lakh, as per reports. At this rate, the singer would earn approximately ₹1.8 crore to ₹2.25 crore over the nine-day festive period. This year, Falguni will perform in Mumbai until October 19, with VIP packages priced at ₹2.04 lakh/night.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
05:32 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Singer Falguni Pathak, known as the 'Garba Queen', charges ₹20-25 lakh per Navratri performance, with estimates reaching as high as ₹40 lakh, as per reports. At this rate, the singer would earn approximately ₹1.8 crore to ₹2.25 crore over the nine-day festive period. This year, Falguni will perform in Mumbai until October 19, with VIP packages priced at ₹2.04 lakh/night.
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What is the difference between Garba and Dandiya?
Both Garba and Dandiya are traditional Gujarati folk dances performed during Navratri, but they differ as Garba symbolises the cycle of life, while Dandiya represents the battle between Goddess Durga and Mahishasura. Garba requires no props, whereas Dandiya involves two sticks. Garba is usually performed before midnight, while Dandiya follows later in the night.
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04:51 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Both Garba and Dandiya are traditional Gujarati folk dances performed during Navratri, but they differ as Garba symbolises the cycle of life, while Dandiya represents the battle between Goddess Durga and Mahishasura. Garba requires no props, whereas Dandiya involves two sticks. Garba is usually performed before midnight, while Dandiya follows later in the night.
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attends Navratri Garba Mahotsav in Ahmedabad
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel participated in the Maha Aarti of Maa Jagdamba at the Navratri Garba Mahotsav held at the Ahmedabad IPS Mess. He offered prayers to Maa Amba and extended Navratri greetings to police officers and their families. The event featured Motipura Folk Heritage Desi Raas-Garba, Kutchhi Fusion Folk Dance and performances by the Vyas brothers.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
04:39 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel participated in the Maha Aarti of Maa Jagdamba at the Navratri Garba Mahotsav held at the Ahmedabad IPS Mess. He offered prayers to Maa Amba and extended Navratri greetings to police officers and their families. The event featured Motipura Folk Heritage Desi Raas-Garba, Kutchhi Fusion Folk Dance and performances by the Vyas brothers.
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Video shows Air Force Chief AP Singh playing Garba in Vadodara
A video circulating online shows Indian Air Force Chief AP Singh playing Garba after attending the United Way of Baroda Navratri Garba Mahotsav in Vadodara. He is seen wearing a blue outfit with a dupatta and trying Garba steps. Notably, Garba is performed during Navratri, which began on October 11, 2026, and will conclude with Vijayadashami.
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04:26 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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A video circulating online shows Indian Air Force Chief AP Singh playing Garba after attending the United Way of Baroda Navratri Garba Mahotsav in Vadodara. He is seen wearing a blue outfit with a dupatta and trying Garba steps. Notably, Garba is performed during Navratri, which began on October 11, 2026, and will conclude with Vijayadashami.
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What is the colour for Navratri Day 4 and what does it signify?
Maa Kushmanda, believed to be the creator of the universe, is worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri. This year, the colour for Day 4 of Navratri is royal blue. The colour is often associated with peace, confidence, strength, and prosperity. Royal blue also symbolises royalty, luxury, power, authority, trust, and tranquillity.
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03:37 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Maa Kushmanda, believed to be the creator of the universe, is worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri. This year, the colour for Day 4 of Navratri is royal blue. The colour is often associated with peace, confidence, strength, and prosperity. Royal blue also symbolises royalty, luxury, power, authority, trust, and tranquillity.
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Vadodara Police launches app for live tracking, QR codes at Garba venues for Navratri
The Vadodara Police launched Navratri Suraksha App, which will track people leaving Garba venues and alert police control room when someone fails to arrive home at the expected time. The police also installed QR codes at Garba venues. This comes weeks after five men received life terms in the 2024 Navratri gang-rape case, which took place in the district's jurisdiction.
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03:34 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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The Vadodara Police launched Navratri Suraksha App, which will track people leaving Garba venues and alert police control room when someone fails to arrive home at the expected time. The police also installed QR codes at Garba venues. This comes weeks after five men received life terms in the 2024 Navratri gang-rape case, which took place in the district's jurisdiction.
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Abhijeet Dipke announces fresh protest at Delhi's Connaught Place on October 16
Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced a fresh protest on October 16 at Central Park in Delhi's Connaught Place. He urged supporters to join "Lehra do Tiranga" campaign at 5 pm. This comes after CJP's Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were sent to five days of judicial custody for entering the now-denotified Jantar Mantar protest site without permission.
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06:35 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced a fresh protest on October 16 at Central Park in Delhi's Connaught Place. He urged supporters to join "Lehra do Tiranga" campaign at 5 pm. This comes after CJP's Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were sent to five days of judicial custody for entering the now-denotified Jantar Mantar protest site without permission.
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Gold falls for 3rd day in a row in India
Gold prices fell for the third straight day in India, plunging ₹1,800 to ₹1,50,800/10 grams in Delhi on Wednesday, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Silver also extended its decline, tumbling ₹5,000 to ₹2.21 lakh per kg, from the previous close of ₹2.26 lakh per kg. Globally, spot gold fell $20.51, or 0.49%, to $4,140.69 per ounce.
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07:48 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Gold prices fell for the third straight day in India, plunging ₹1,800 to ₹1,50,800/10 grams in Delhi on Wednesday, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Silver also extended its decline, tumbling ₹5,000 to ₹2.21 lakh per kg, from the previous close of ₹2.26 lakh per kg. Globally, spot gold fell $20.51, or 0.49%, to $4,140.69 per ounce.
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Indian Embassy in Jakarta gets AI avatar named 'Dewi' amid Navratri
The Indian Embassy in Jakarta has introduced an AI avatar named 'Dewi' as its digital face for Indonesian audiences. The AI avatar was unveiled on October 13, coinciding with Navratri and Durga Puja, and will share updates on Indian culture, travel, scholarships, trade, investment and consular services. Her name comes from the Indonesian word for goddess, derived from Sanskrit 'Devi'.
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07:47 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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The Indian Embassy in Jakarta has introduced an AI avatar named 'Dewi' as its digital face for Indonesian audiences. The AI avatar was unveiled on October 13, coinciding with Navratri and Durga Puja, and will share updates on Indian culture, travel, scholarships, trade, investment and consular services. Her name comes from the Indonesian word for goddess, derived from Sanskrit 'Devi'.
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What is the Meerut blue drum murder case?
The Meerut blue drum case relates to the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in 2025. Saurabh's wife, Muskan, and her lover, Sahil Shukla, killed him, dismembered his body and concealed the remains in a blue drum filled with cement at their home. The crime came to light after the remains were discovered. Both have been sentenced to death.
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08:11 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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The Meerut blue drum case relates to the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in 2025. Saurabh's wife, Muskan, and her lover, Sahil Shukla, killed him, dismembered his body and concealed the remains in a blue drum filled with cement at their home. The crime came to light after the remains were discovered. Both have been sentenced to death.
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Is Diwali on November 8 or 9?
Diwali will be celebrated on Sunday, November 8, 2026, according to Drik Panchang. The Amavasya Tithi will begin at 11:27 am on November 8 and end at 12:31 pm on November 9. However, Lakshmi Puja is performed during Pradosh Kaal, which falls on November 8. The auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat in Delhi is 5:54 pm to 7:50 pm.
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08:41 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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Diwali will be celebrated on Sunday, November 8, 2026, according to Drik Panchang. The Amavasya Tithi will begin at 11:27 am on November 8 and end at 12:31 pm on November 9. However, Lakshmi Puja is performed during Pradosh Kaal, which falls on November 8. The auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat in Delhi is 5:54 pm to 7:50 pm.
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Record for most T20I sixes by a batter in a calendar year broken
India opener Abhishek Sharma has broken former India captain Suryakumar Yadav's record for the most sixes in a calendar year in men's T20I cricket among Full Member nations. Abhishek hit his 69th six of 2026 during the fourth T20I against West Indies in Hyderabad, surpassing Suryakumar's tally of 68 sixes set in 2022.
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10:02 pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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India opener Abhishek Sharma has broken former India captain Suryakumar Yadav's record for the most sixes in a calendar year in men's T20I cricket among Full Member nations. Abhishek hit his 69th six of 2026 during the fourth T20I against West Indies in Hyderabad, surpassing Suryakumar's tally of 68 sixes set in 2022.
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India lose a T20I in Hyderabad for the first time ever
India suffered their first-ever T20I defeat at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium after losing to West Indies in the fourth T20I on Wednesday. Powered by captain Shai Hope's unbeaten 102 off 50 balls, West Indies posted 247/3. They restricted India to 223 in 19.3 overs, with Keemo Paul taking five wickets. West Indies' win levelled the series at 2-2.
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India suffered their first-ever T20I defeat at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium after losing to West Indies in the fourth T20I on Wednesday. Powered by captain Shai Hope's unbeaten 102 off 50 balls, West Indies posted 247/3. They restricted India to 223 in 19.3 overs, with Keemo Paul taking five wickets. West Indies' win levelled the series at 2-2.
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Video shows women performing garba inside Mumbai local train
A video of women performing garba inside a moving Mumbai local train has gone viral on social media amid Navratri celebrations. Dressed in red sarees and other traditional outfits, the women are seen dancing in circles inside the train. They performed to the Gujarati devotional song 'Pavagadh Vali Mane Darshan De' in the viral clip.
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08:00 am Thursday, 15 October 2026
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A video of women performing garba inside a moving Mumbai local train has gone viral on social media amid Navratri celebrations. Dressed in red sarees and other traditional outfits, the women are seen dancing in circles inside the train. They performed to the Gujarati devotional song 'Pavagadh Vali Mane Darshan De' in the viral clip.
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Navratri celebrations turn New York’s Times Square into a vibrant Garba ground
Videos online showed Navratri celebrations at New York’s Times Square, with people dressed in colourful traditional outfits performing Garba steps. A large crowd could also be seen gathered along the sides, watching the festivities unfold. “Times Square, NYC turns into a vibrant Garba ground, with music, colours, devotion and the spirit of Maa bringing everyone together,” a person wrote online.
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07:00 am Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Videos online showed Navratri celebrations at New York’s Times Square, with people dressed in colourful traditional outfits performing Garba steps. A large crowd could also be seen gathered along the sides, watching the festivities unfold. “Times Square, NYC turns into a vibrant Garba ground, with music, colours, devotion and the spirit of Maa bringing everyone together,” a person wrote online.
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What is significance of Maa Skandamata’s worship on Day 5 of Navratri?
Devotees worship Maa Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya, on the fifth day of Navratri. She is depicted with four hands, holding baby Kartikeya in her lap. She symbolises maternal love, compassion, courage and divine protection. According to Hindu mythology, devotees who worship Maa Skandamata are believed to be blessed with power, prosperity and salvation.
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Devotees worship Maa Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya, on the fifth day of Navratri. She is depicted with four hands, holding baby Kartikeya in her lap. She symbolises maternal love, compassion, courage and divine protection. According to Hindu mythology, devotees who worship Maa Skandamata are believed to be blessed with power, prosperity and salvation.
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What is the colour for Navratri Day 5 and what does it signify?
The colour for the fifth day of Navratri in 2026 is yellow, which symbolises happiness, optimism, warmth and spiritual illumination. Yellow is also associated with auspiciousness and is commonly used in festive worship. On this day, devotees may wear yellow clothes or use yellow flowers and decorations while performing Maa Skandamata Puja.
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The colour for the fifth day of Navratri in 2026 is yellow, which symbolises happiness, optimism, warmth and spiritual illumination. Yellow is also associated with auspiciousness and is commonly used in festive worship. On this day, devotees may wear yellow clothes or use yellow flowers and decorations while performing Maa Skandamata Puja.
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