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HMPV case detection in Bengaluru scares investors, Sensex down 800 points

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After India's first HMPV case was detected in Bengaluru amid reports of a virus outbreak in China, stock market investors chose to play it safe, with the Sensex falling over 800 point and Nifty losing over 1%. The fear gauge index, India VIX, jumped 10% as a widespread sell-off was seen across mid and small-cap stocks as well as in various sectors. The Sensex fell over 800 points to its day's low of 78,382, while the Nifty tumbled near the 23,700-level. PSU banks, real estate stocks, and oil and gas were among the worst-hit sectors. Bank of Baroda, PNB, and Canara Bank were down around 4% each, while heavyweights HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries (RIL), and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the biggest drags on the Sensex.
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New York mass shooting: At least 11 shot as gunman fires outside Amazura Night Club in Queens, say reports

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  New York Mass Shooting LIVE: At least 10 people were injured in a shooting outside a nightclub in Queens on Wednesday night, according to the New York City Police Department The shooting took place near the Amazura nightclub in Jamaica, New York City, just before 11:20 PM. Authorities confirmed that the injured were transported to nearby hospitals, including Long Island Jewish Hospital and Cohen's Children Medical Center. However, none of the victims are in critical condition, and all are expected to recover, according to the NYPD. Footage show a significant police and ambulance presence at the scene. Amazura, a popular venue known for hosting DJs and live events, can accommodate up to 4,000 people. This mass shooting incident in New York City comes shortly after the tragic attack in New Orleans, which resulted in 15 fatalities.
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'Openly distributing money': Arvind Kejriwal writes to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, asks whether it supports BJP

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NEW  DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal wrote a letter on Wednesday to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, raising questions about the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) actions. Kejriwal sought clarification on whether the RSS supports certain practices by the BJP.
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