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Senior federal minister Qazi Shams‑ud‑Din Achakzai warned that the centre could impose governor’s rule in Sindh if inter‑provincial water and mining conflicts intensify. The threat follows a similar takeover in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, heightening political uncertainty and market volatility.
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President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi told reporters there are no plans to change Egypt’s 2014 constitution, countering speculation that amendments could extend presidential power. The statement comes as political tensions rise ahead of upcoming elections.
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The Independent National Electoral Commission has barred several high‑profile politicians from the 2027 governorship ballot and given parties until Oct. 24 to lodge objections. The decision arrives as Nigeria readies for its 2027 general elections, a key test for President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
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Mexico's lower house passed a limited amendment to the Income Tax Law and forwarded it to the Senate for further debate. The move marks the next step in a broader fiscal agenda aimed at adjusting tax policy.
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Slovakia's National Council passed the state budget for the coming fiscal year, prompting loud protests from opposition lawmakers who labeled the measure a "shame." Prime Minister Robert Fico thanked coalition allies while critics warned the plan could harm vulnerable groups.
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Jio Platforms, the digital arm of Reliance Industries, opened its public offering on Oct. 21, targeting a Rs 30,213 crore raise and a $108 billion valuation. The issue sets a new record for size and market capitalisation in the country’s equity market.
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President Aleksandar Vučić pledged to raise wages and pensions for Serbian workers, urging citizens to hold him to his promise. The commitment comes amid ongoing economic challenges and an approaching election cycle.
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A 14‑year‑old was arrested after opening fire at a collège in Aubagne, marking the first terror attack in France officially linked to the online True Crime movement. Prosecutors have transferred the suspect to Paris as a terrorism case, sparking a national security debate.
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Prime Minister Viktor Orbán alleges that the newly formed Tisza Party is altering child‑protection legislation to aid pedophiles. The claim sparked a fierce rebuttal from Tisza MP Ákos Hadházy and coincided with recent legislative shifts on gender and LGBTQ+ issues.
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Senior GOP leaders have privately acknowledged that Democrats are poised to retain control of the U.S. House after the 2024 midterm elections, citing internal assessments and blaming former President Donald Trump. The concession marks a strategic pivot within the Republican Party as it seeks to protect vulnerable seats ahead of the vote.
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The Greek government announced a 30% increase in the winter heating allowance, raising the maximum support to €1,560 per household. The move coincides with a reduction in fuel prices and reflects the country's response to soaring energy costs.
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Teachers in the Community of Madrid launched an open‑ended strike on Wednesday, closing most public schools and sparking street protests by students. The action has drawn condemnation from the left‑wing Sumar coalition and prompted clashes with police at the Complutense University.