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Politics · IndiaTraders Warn of Rs 12,000 Crore Loss from INDIA Bloc Rally
Delhi traders are warning of significant business disruption and potential losses of up to Rs 12,000 crore due to the INDIA bloc's rally at Ramlila Maidan. The Chamber of Trade and Industry estimates 2.5 lakh shops could remain shut, impacting trade during the crucial Diwali shopping season.
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Business & Economy · European UnionFrench riots damage around 3,000 businesses, potential losses could top €13 billion
Weekend unrest in France left roughly 3,000 shops damaged and could generate claims exceeding €13 billion. Authorities launched a digital tool to identify looters, and insurers prepared to assist, though coverage may be limited.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificThailand to Host IMF-World Bank Meetings with 15,000 Attendees
Thailand is set to host the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok from October 12-18, expecting over 15,000 participants. The event is projected to boost the Thai economy, with authorities implementing traffic management measures.
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ClimateSummer heatwaves cost France €16bn, parliamentary mission estimates
A French parliamentary mission has estimated the cost of the past summer's heatwaves, drought, and fires at approximately €16 billion. The report also outlines future adaptation costs, particularly for schools, and details losses in the agricultural sector.
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Business & Economy · United StatesCongress votes to close hemp THC loophole, impacting $28B market
Congress has voted to close a federal loophole that allowed a multibillion-dollar market for intoxicating hemp products to flourish. The ban, delayed to December 11, threatens billions in revenue and thousands of jobs, with the industry seeking to mitigate the impact.
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Business & Economy · United StatesFederal film tax credit could add $125bn, 143,000 jobs
A new study commissioned by the Motion Picture Association suggests a federal film and television tax credit could significantly increase U.S. production spending and create over 143,000 jobs by 2035. The proposal is gaining bipartisan support.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaPutin says Ukraine's 40-day offensive cost Russia 1% of GDP
Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine's 40-day offensive caused economic losses of about 1% of Russia's GDP, with disruptions to maritime and industrial infrastructure. Reports vary on the extent of damage to Russian ships and refineries.
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Climate · European UnionEurope’s 2026 summer heatwaves disrupted power, transport and agriculture
Europe experienced record heat, droughts and wildfires in the summer of 2026, disrupting power production, shipping, transport and agriculture. The economic impact included threats to growth, inflation and public finances, with costs running into billions of euros.
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