Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat sleeper may launch November 1; check timings, fares
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The Vande Bharat sleeper train has a 16-coach configuration, comprising 11 AC three-tier coaches, four AC two-tier coaches and one AC First Class coach. Designed for operations at speeds of up to 160 kmph, the train has a maximum testing speed of 180 kmph, placing it in the semi-high-speed category. However, much of the Indian Railways network currently lacks the infrastructure needed to support train operations at these speeds

India's core sector growth accelerates to 7.9% in September; iron ore output jumps 18.4%, crude oil falls 1.4%
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/indias-core-sector-growth-accelerates-to-7-9-in-september-iron-ore-output-jumps-18-4-crude-oil-falls-1-4/articleshow/135093483.cms

India's core sector growth surged to 7.9 percent in September 2026, showcasing robust advancements across major industries. Leading the charge, iron ore production skyrocketed 18.4 percent, complemented by significant gains in electricity and coal sectors. Although there were setbacks in fertiliser and natural gas output, both refinery products and cement reported impressive growth. For the April to September 2026 period, the cumulative growth rate was an encouraging 5.

Iran war impact: Indian Oil plans to reduce Middle East crude purchases under annual deals in FY28
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/iran-war-impact-indian-oil-plans-to-reduce-middle-east-crude-purchases-under-annual-deals-in-fy28/articleshow/135094647.cms

Indian Oil Corporation is expected to cut back on crude oil purchases from Middle Eastern suppliers. This decision comes as the Iran war disrupts shipments and increases transportation costs significantly. Refiners in India have traditionally relied on Middle Eastern oil but are now exploring alternative suppliers. The supply uncertainty has led to increased prices for shipping and heightened competition among producers.

Jio IPO subscription hits 3.16x on Day 1; offer open till October 23
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/jio-ipo-subscribed-3-16-times-on-day-1-draws-rs-69800-crore-in-bids/articleshow/135095545.cms

The Rs 30,213-crore initial public offering (IPO) achieved full subscription in just 100 minutes after opening on Wednesday, setting a record for the fastest subscription of a mega IPO in India. By 5 pm, investors had bid for 62.36 crore shares, with the total value of bids reaching approximately Rs 69,800 crore, exchange data showed.

Rupee hits 6-week high, surges 53 paise to 94.38 against dollar on Jio IPO inflows, RBI support
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/rupee-hits-6-week-high-surges-53-paise-to-94-38-against-dollar-on-jio-ipo-inflows-rbi-support/articleshow/135096229.cms

The rupee strengthened by 53 paise on Wednesday, closing at 94.38 against the US dollar, bolstered by foreign currency flows from the Jio Platforms IPO and intervention from the Reserve Bank of India. Nonetheless, pressures persisted from falling domestic stocks and increasing crude oil prices. The rapid full subscription of the Jio Platforms IPO within 100 minutes reflects significant investor interest.

Jio IPO subscribed within 100 mins; subscribed over 3x on Day 1
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/jio-ipo-subscribed-within-100-mins-subscribed-over-3x-on-day-1/articleshow/135100956.cms

The institutional (QIB) part of the IPO, in which a little over 4.9 crore shares were offered, was subscribed nearly 9.5 times while the high-net-worth investors’ portion, in which about 3.6 crore shares were reserved, was subscribed 1.7 times. Usually, in most initial offerings, institutional players apply on the last day of the offer.

Surge in gold loans partly reflects stress, say lenders
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/surge-in-gold-loans-partly-reflects-stress-say-lenders/articleshow/135100957.cms