Runway numbers at airports serve as compass indicators that relay the direction of a runway. The numerical designations evolve in response to shifts in magnetic north and can be periodic in nature. Each runway has distinct numbers at either end, differing by 18 degrees. To maintain accuracy, airports may update runway numbers to reflect any magnetic shifts over time, enhancing safety for pilots during landings.
The provision could allow the government to authorise another manufacturer to supply patented medicines through public-health programmes, subject to statutory requirements
India's total external debt rose by USD 15.4 billion to reach USD 778.2 billion by June 2026. The external debt-to-GDP ratio showed a slight improvement, decreasing to 20.8 percent. Long-term obligations grew to USD 624.7 billion, while short-term debt slightly increased to 19.7 percent of overall external debt.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have agreed to maintain close engagement to advance the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, Modi said on X. The leaders reviewed cooperation in trade, defence, energy and critical technologies, while also discussing regional and international issues and efforts to advance global peace and security.
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School assembly news headlines for October 1 bring the latest updates from India, international affairs, sports and business. Key stories include India’s Asian Games gold medals, major government decisions, global developments, security operations, Mumbai’s property market, automobile price changes and important developments in the energy and cement sectors.
Chad Lowe and his wife Kim Painter are grieving the death of their daughter Fiona, who was 13 years old. Fiona was the middle child of Chad and Kim's three daughters, including Mabel and Nixie. Her family described her as the light of their lives while requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath says nearly all of the brokerage’s leaders have risen internally, with many joining early in their careers. He also discussed Zerodha’s long-term approach to social impact, questioning whether mandatory CSR spending delivers meaningful outcomes.
A Chicago-based lawyer, John Swenson, found himself drawn to garlic when he randomly ordered a few bulbs out of mere curiosity. Over the years, he introduced an impressive 150 garlic varieties to the Seed Savers Exchange. In 1989, he joined USDA scientists on a collecting mission to Central Asia, returning with a wealth of garlic diversity.
