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The government has ordered an investigation into e-commerce platforms accused of adding hidden fees under misleading names, following several consumer complaints. The probe, announced by Minister Pralhad Joshi, targets what the government calls “dark patterns” that exploit online shoppers.

Continuous rainfall caused multiple landslides across Kalimpong district in West Bengal, disrupting traffic on key highways. Authorities said there were no major casualties or damage and that restoration work is underway.

Weather Update: According to the latest bulletin, widespread rainfall was recorded across most parts of the state on Saturday. Hosur in Krishnagiri district recorded the highest rainfall of 12 cm, followed by Dindigul at 11 cm, and Avalurpet and Semmedu in Villupuram district at 10 cm each.

Under the current Aadhaar regulations, children enrolled before the age of five are required to provide basic information such as their name, date of birth, gender, address, and photograph. 

ICICI Bank Global Markets expects the Centre’s latest Minimum Support Price (MSP) increases for rabi crops to have a limited effect on inflation. Strong buffer stocks and healthy reservoir levels are likely to keep food prices stable through the year.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has launched a nationwide campaign titled ‘Aapki Poonji, Aapka Adhikar’ (Your Money, Your Right) to help citizens trace and recover unclaimed bank deposits, insurance claims, shares, and other financial assets. The three-month initiative will run from October to December 2025.

The government has extended the deadline for submitting applications under the Production Linked Incentives (PLI) scheme for textiles. Now, the last date for filing applications has been pushed to December 31, 2025 to apply,  giving the industries a fresh opportunity to participate in the scheme

The rules also lay down procedures for cancellation or suspension of registration in cases of non-compliance, false disclosures, or if a game is found to involve money wagering.

India’s share in the ISSA General Assembly has also risen to 30 seats, the highest vote share for any country, reflecting global recognition of the country’s social security achievements.

The development will mark the first such official visit of a Taliban foreign minister to India, underscoring both the diplomatic significance and sensitivities involved.