The Reserve Bank of India has transported another 102 tonnes of gold from the Bank of England to secure locations within the country, bringing the total to 510.5 tonnes held domestically out of 855 tonnes by the end of September. This move is part of efforts to secure holdings amid global geopolitical tensions, with further shipments possible.

The Karnataka high court granted interim bail for six weeks to actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, the prime accused in the Renukaswamy murder case. Darshan, experiencing medical issues, requested surgery at a private hospital. Renukaswamy was allegedly killed after sending obscene messages to Darshan’s friend, Pavithra Gowda.

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