8, Oct 2026
RiverSoft brings specialised hard water solutions to Pune homes
Pune, Oct 08: Pune’s rising hard–water concerns are affecting daily life. It contributes to limescale on taps and showers, scaling in appliances, higher soap and detergent consumption, and concerns about hair and skin. Areas like Hinjewadi, Wakad, Baner, Balewadi, Kharadi, Hadapsar, Wagholi, and Pimpri-Chinchwad have seen significant growth in high-rise apartments and gated communities. In these newer developments, the water quality may vary, depending on a mix of municipal, borewell, and tanker supply.
Hard water concerns, coupled with these variations in water sources, create demand for simple, installation-friendly hard water solutions that can be fitted directly at the point of use rather than requiring changes to the building’s water infrastructure.
To address these challenges, RiverSoft offers specialised water-care solutions including the SF-15 Pro shower & tap filter (a key product in Pune), DIVA-01 shower filter, DIVA PRO tap filter and Bliss-15C cartridge. With a hard water conditioning layer, they reduce the harmful effects of hard water and remove chlorine and sediments. Their filters also contain Vitamin C, which helps improve hair and skin health. These filters do not reduce TDS and are easy to install at the point of use. Additionally, there is a growing demand for cartridge replacements and refills, particularly the SFC-15 replacement cartridge. This indicates a shift towards ongoing water care and maintenance rather than treating filtration as a one-time purchase.
Pune is also seeing strong growth in sediment filtration, with RiverSoft’s sediment filter gaining good traction year on year. Kitchen tap extenders, washing-machine filters and prefilters are also a growing category, reflecting increased interest in managing water quality across different points of household use.
With demand spread across Pune’s western and eastern residential corridors, the city is emerging as a growing market for RiverSoft as consumers increasingly explore solutions for hard water, sediment and everyday household water-quality concerns.
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8, Oct 2026
Odisha Forms Commission to Assess SEBC Representation in Local Bodies
Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The Odisha government has constituted a high-level commission to assess the population, political representation and extent of political backwardness of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs) in local self-government institutions across the state.
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The decision covers both rural and urban local bodies, including panchayats and urban local government institutions. The initiative is aimed at generating a comprehensive assessment that could guide measures for ensuring adequate political representation of SEBC communities.
Justice Pramath Pattanaik to Head Commission
According to a notification issued by the ST and SC Development, Minorities and Backward Classes Welfare Department, retired Orissa High Court judge Justice Pramath Pattanaik has been appointed as the chairperson of the commission.
Retired IAS officer Bijaya Kumar Prusti will serve as a member, while Sujata Mishra, Special Secretary of the department, has been appointed as the member secretary.
Panel to Study SEBC Representation
The commission will examine the proportion of the SEBC population in relation to the overall population within local self-government institutions.
It will also assess the existing level of political representation of SEBC communities and examine the nature and implications of their political backwardness in relation to their population.
The findings are expected to help the government formulate appropriate measures to ensure adequate representation and safeguard the rights and interests of SEBC communities in local governance.
Move Follows CM Majhi’s Decision
The constitution of the commission follows Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s decision to undertake a comprehensive study of the socio-political status and representation of SEBC communities in rural and urban local bodies.
The exercise comes against the backdrop of the state government’s recent steps concerning the welfare and representation of backward communities.
Earlier, the Odisha government had announced 11.25 per cent reservation for SEBC students in professional higher education, including engineering and medical institutions.
The newly constituted commission will now undertake the detailed assessment of SEBC representation in local governance, with its findings likely to play an important role in shaping future policy measures in the state.
8, Oct 2026
Odisha CM Majhi Waives Ground Rent for Puja Pandals in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Oct 7 (UDN): In a festive-season relief for Puja committees, the Odisha government has announced a waiver of ground rent for temporary Puja pandals set up at public places within the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) area.
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Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that Puja committees will not be required to pay ground rent for organising a range of religious and cultural events during the upcoming festive season.
The waiver will cover Durga Puja, Laxmi Puja, Kali Puja, Ravan Podi, Bhasani Utsav and associated cultural programmes organised at public places within the BMC jurisdiction.
Waiver to Remain in Force Till November 18
According to government sources, the ground-rent waiver will be applicable from October 17 to November 18, covering the major festive activities during the period.
The decision is aimed at easing the financial burden on Puja committees and recognising the wider social, cultural and community significance of the festivals, which draw large gatherings across Bhubaneswar.
CM Appeals for Safe and Eco-Friendly Celebrations
While announcing the relief, Chief Minister Majhi urged Puja committees to ensure that celebrations are conducted in a peaceful, disciplined and environmentally responsible manner.
Committees have been encouraged to maintain public order, cooperate with the administration and ensure that festivities do not cause unnecessary inconvenience to residents or visitors.
The government’s decision is expected to provide relief to numerous Puja committees preparing for the festive season and further support community-led celebrations across the state capital.
8, Oct 2026
NH-55 Six-Laning, Four Underpasses and Railway Overbridge Proposed to Ease Traffic in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): A major infrastructure push aimed at improving road connectivity, easing congestion and strengthening road safety in western Odisha is being proposed, with plans for six-laning the Sambalpur-Cuttack stretch of NH-55, construction of four underpasses and an overbridge near Sambalpur City railway station.
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The proposals have been highlighted by Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan, who has urged Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari to consider the projects on priority, citing rising traffic and growing industrial and commercial activity along the corridor.
NH-55 Six-Laning Plan
The Sambalpur-Angul-Cuttack corridor is a crucial road link connecting western Odisha with major industrial, commercial and urban centres in the state.
With a steady increase in passenger vehicles, heavy trucks and industrial traffic, the proposal seeks to upgrade the existing four-lane highway to six lanes. The plan also includes two-lane service roads on both sides of the highway to facilitate local traffic and improve access for residents and businesses along the route.
The proposed expansion is expected to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and enhance the overall efficiency of one of Odisha’s important highway corridors.
Four Underpasses Proposed on NH-55
Road safety concerns along the Angul-Sambalpur section of NH-55 have also been flagged, particularly because of the frequent movement of heavy and mineral-laden vehicles.
To address pedestrian and local traffic safety, four underpasses proposed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) have been sought for early administrative and financial approval.
The proposed locations are Jindal Road, Jarapada, Jerang and Charmal.
The underpasses are expected to provide safer crossings for local residents while reducing the need for pedestrians and smaller vehicles to directly negotiate busy highway traffic.
Overbridge Proposed Near Sambalpur Railway Station
Traffic congestion around Sambalpur City railway station is another major concern. The railway station area witnesses significant movement of passengers and vehicles, resulting in congestion and safety challenges at the adjoining highway junction.
To address the issue, a proposal has been made for an overbridge at the railway station square. The project is intended to streamline traffic movement and provide safer passage for pedestrians and commuters using the busy junction.
Focus on Western Odisha Connectivity
The proposed projects come at a time when western Odisha is witnessing expanding industrial, mining, commercial and urban activity, placing additional pressure on existing transport infrastructure.
If approved and implemented, the six-laning of NH-55, the four underpasses and the proposed railway station overbridge could significantly improve connectivity between western and coastal Odisha while strengthening road safety and supporting the region’s economic growth.
The proposals now await consideration and necessary approvals from the concerned authorities.
8, Oct 2026
Nana Patekar Dies at 75: Veteran Actor Passes Away After Cardiac Arrest in Goa
Goa, Oct 8: Veteran actor and filmmaker Nana Patekar, one of the most powerful and respected performers in Indian cinema, died on Thursday at the age of 75 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.
According to reports, Patekar was found unconscious at his home and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. Doctors reportedly made efforts to revive him for nearly 45 minutes, but he could not be saved. He was declared dead at around 5:20 am, according to reports quoting Dr Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital. A post-mortem examination is expected to be conducted.
The news of Patekar’s sudden death has sent shockwaves across the Indian film industry, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning more than four decades.
Born Vishwanath Patekar on January 1, 1951, in Murud-Janjira in Maharashtra’s Raigad district, Nana Patekar established himself as an actor known for his commanding screen presence, distinctive voice and intensely realistic performances.
He made his film debut with Gaman in 1978 and went on to deliver acclaimed performances in films such as Parinda, Prahaar: The Final Attack, Tirangaa, Krantiveer, Agni Sakshi, Khamoshi: The Musical, Ab Tak Chhappan, Natsamrat and Welcome.
His portrayal of complex and emotionally charged characters earned him widespread recognition. His performance in Krantiveer won him the National Film Award for Best Actor, while his work in Parinda and Agni Sakshi further cemented his reputation as one of the finest performers of his generation.
Over the course of his illustrious career, Patekar received three National Film Awards, along with several Filmfare and Maharashtra State Film Awards. In 2013, he was honoured with the Padma Shri for his contribution to Indian cinema and the arts.
Beyond acting, Patekar also worked as a filmmaker and remained closely associated with theatre. His career was marked by a willingness to take on challenging roles and characters that often reflected social realities and human struggles.
He was also known for his involvement in social initiatives and philanthropic efforts, particularly those supporting farmers and communities facing hardship.
Nana Patekar’s death marks the loss of a singular voice in Indian cinema. His intense performances, unforgettable dialogue delivery and memorable characters earned him a lasting place in the hearts of audiences across generations.
Further details regarding his last rites and funeral arrangements are awaited.
8, Oct 2026
Suriname Ambassador Visits KIIT & KISS, Highlights Power of Education and India-Suriname Ties
Bhubaneswar,Oct 8 (UDN): KIIT and KISS had the honour of welcoming Her Excellency Ms Hanisha Jairam, Ambassador of Suriname to India, who visited the institutions and interacted with students, faculty and members of the KIIT and KISS communities.
Very happy to welcome Her Excellency Ms Hanisha Jairam, Ambassador of Suriname to India, to KIIT & KISS. She went around our KIIT campuses, saw the facilities at KISS and spent time with my lovable KISSians. We also spoke about the long ties of history and culture between India and Suriname. She appreciated the confidence and smiles of my KISSians, encouraged them to dream big whatever their circumstances, and spoke about how educating a girl can help her whole family. My sincere thanks to her for spending time with our children and for her kind words.
— Achyuta Samanta (@achyuta_samanta) October 7, 2026
During her visit, the Ambassador toured the KIIT campuses and visited various facilities at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), gaining an insight into its distinctive model of education, empowerment and social transformation. She also spent valuable time with the students of KISS, fondly known as the KISSians, and appreciated their confidence, enthusiasm and cheerful spirit.
Interacting with the students, Her Excellency encouraged them to dream big and pursue their aspirations irrespective of their circumstances. She particularly emphasised the transformative power of educating girls, noting that when a girl receives quality education, the benefits extend beyond her to her entire family and community.
The visit also provided an opportunity to discuss the longstanding historical and cultural connections between India and Suriname. The shared bonds between the two countries, shaped by history, people-to-people ties and cultural exchanges, were highlighted during the interaction.
Reflecting on the visit, Dr Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT and KISS, expressed his sincere gratitude to Her Excellency for spending time with the students and for her encouraging words.
“We are deeply honoured to welcome Her Excellency Ms Hanisha Jairam to KIIT and KISS. Her interaction with our students was especially meaningful. Her message to our KISSians—to dream without limitations and to believe in the power of education—will remain an inspiration to them. We are also grateful for her appreciation of our students’ confidence and spirit. The enduring bonds between India and Suriname make this interaction particularly special,” said Dr Samanta.
Her Excellency’s visit reaffirmed the shared commitment to education, empowerment, cultural understanding and stronger people-to-people relations between India and Suriname. For the students of KISS, her interaction was a memorable and inspiring experience, leaving them with a renewed sense of confidence to dream bigger and strive for a brighter future.
8, Oct 2026
Project Eleven and Quantus Plan Strongpoint Integration With Quantus Joining as a Development Partner
Quantus joins as a development partner for Strongpoint support on the Quantus Network, helping shape institutional key management, governance, and transaction workflows for the post-quantum blockchain.
NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Project Eleven and Quantus today announced plans to integrate the Quantus Network with Strongpoint, Project Eleven’s institutional custody platform built for the post-quantum and AI era. Quantus joins as a development partner for Strongpoint support on the Quantus Network, helping shape the integration for institutional users.
As blockchain networks begin adopting post-quantum cryptography, they are unlikely to converge on a single signature scheme, migration path, or timeline. For institutions, that creates a growing infrastructure challenge: supporting different cryptographic standards across multiple networks while maintaining consistent security, governance, and operational controls.
Strongpoint is designed to address that challenge through a crypto-agile architecture that separates institutional controls from the cryptography used by the underlying network. Authentication, policies, approvals, key management, and audit operate through a common control layer while the cryptographic algorithms and network-specific requirements beneath them can change independently.
The planned integration will extend that architecture to Quantus. Quantus provides post-quantum security at the protocol level, while Strongpoint will enable institutions to secure Quantus keys and approve transactions through institutional hardware, policies, approval processes, and audit controls.
“Quantus is taking a forward-looking approach by building post-quantum security directly into its architecture,” said Alex Pruden, Co-Founder and CEO of Project Eleven. “As more networks adopt new cryptographic standards, institutions will need infrastructure that can support those changes without forcing them to rebuild their security and operational workflows each time. Strongpoint is designed to provide that consistent layer.”
As a development partner for the integration, Quantus will work with Project Eleven to help shape Strongpoint’s support for the network and the requirements of institutions operating on it. The companies expect to collaborate on technical integration, key-management workflows, transaction support, and other infrastructure required to bring Quantus into institutional custody environments.
“Quantus was designed around the security requirements of a post-quantum world,” said Christopher Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Quantus. “For institutions, adopting new cryptography should not mean replacing the security, governance, and operational systems they already rely on. Working with Project Eleven will make it easier to support Quantus within existing key-management and transaction approval workflows, helping reduce the operational friction that can come with adopting a new cryptographic standard.”
Once support is available, institutions will be able to manage Quantus alongside other digital assets while maintaining a consistent approach to key security, transaction governance, and operational controls.
The collaboration is part of Project Eleven’s broader work with blockchain networks and institutions as it develops Strongpoint ahead of general availability.
Quantus support is targeted for Q1 2027, with final availability details to be announced ahead of launch.
About Project Eleven
Project Eleven builds resilient infrastructure and tooling for the post-quantum era. The company develops scalable solutions that strengthen security across a rapidly evolving quantum threat landscape. With deep expertise in cryptography, blockchain, and financial systems, Project Eleven bridges advanced post-quantum research with real-world implementations that prepare the digital asset ecosystem for the future. For more information, visit www.projecteleven.com.
About Quantus
Quantus is quantum-secure encrypted money. It’s a layer 1 proof-of-work blockchain with a 21 million supply cap and post-quantum security, and it is private by default. Quantus uses ML-DSA for key generation and transaction signatures, plus zero-knowledge proofs for scaling and privacy.
Quantus also built migration.fail, a public tracker of how much of the crypto industry is still vulnerable to quantum computing.
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7, Oct 2026
Acuity Analytics expands US data and technology capabilities with acquisition of Continuus
Transaction strengthens Acuity’s financial services data and AI consulting expertise, adds Snowflake Premier status, and deepens Acuity Microsoft tier 1 expertise to meet ever increasing demand for modern data and AI platforms like Microsoft Fabric and Databricks.
LONDON, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Acuity Analytics has acquired Continuus, a US-based data consultancy specializing in financial services. The acquisition adds 37 specialists and expands Acuity Analytics’ capabilities across data strategy, governance, engineering and cloud data platforms.
Continuus works primarily with asset managers and other financial institutions, helping clients develop enterprise data strategies, establish governance frameworks and deliver large scale cloud data transformation and engineering programs.
The acquisition strengthens Acuity Analytics’ presence in the United States, its largest market, and adds an experienced onshore team to complement the company’s global delivery network.
The deal comes at a time when financial institutions are increasing investment in modern data infrastructure to support regulatory requirements, improve decision making and enable the wider deployment of AI. As organizations move beyond experimentation and scale AI across the enterprise, the quality, governance and accessibility of data have become increasingly important.
By combining Continuus’s specialist expertise with Acuity Analytics’ broader technology capabilities, the group will provide an end-to-end offering spanning data strategy, governance, analytics, operations and AI enabled business workflows.
Rob King, Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Analytics, said:
“What attracted us to Continuus was its deep understanding of financial services and its ability to turn data strategy into practical business outcomes for clients.
“As organizations modernize their data environments and scale AI initiatives, they need partners who can combine technical expertise with strong governance and delivery capabilities. Continuus brings exactly that.
“The acquisition strengthens our presence in the US and further enhances our ability to help clients unlock value from their data while adopting new technologies with confidence.”
In addition to its technical capabilities, Continuus brings expertise in program delivery and data governance, both of which are becoming increasingly important as financial institutions move complex data and AI programs into production environments.
Stewart Smythe, Chief Delivery Officer, AI, Data & Digital said:
“Clients are making significant investments in cloud data platforms, but technology alone is not enough. Success depends on having the right operating model, governance framework and delivery expertise in place.
“Continuus has built an excellent reputation helping financial institutions address those challenges. Together, we can offer clients a broader range of capabilities, from strategic advisory services through to implementation, analytics and AI-enabled transformation.”
The acquisition forms part of Acuity Analytics’ continued investment in AI, digital and data, supporting its evolution from a financial services research and analytics business into a technology led organization that combines industry expertise with advanced digital capabilities.
In 2024, Acuity Analytics acquired PPA Group, adding technology enabled data capabilities and machine learning expertise within commercial lending. In 2025, the company acquired Ascent, an AI led digital transformation specialist, significantly expanding its Data and Technology Services division across Europe. The addition of Continuus further strengthens these capabilities and broadens the group’s ability to support financial institutions globally.
Today, Acuity Analytics’ proposition centers on applying technology and people to real business challenges, combining trusted data, specialist AI expertise and digital delivery to create measurable outcomes for its clients.
Matt Moeser, Chief Executive Officer of Continuus, said:
“Since Continuus was founded, our focus has been helping financial institutions get more value from their data and technology investments.
Joining Acuity gives our team access to broader capabilities, deeper sector expertise and a global platform from which to grow. We are excited about what this means for our people and our clients, and we look forward to the opportunities we can create together.”
Notes for Editors
- Continuus employees joining Acuity: 37
- Snowflake partner status: Premier Services Partner
- Primary sectors served: Asset management and financial services
- Transaction completion date: 1st October
- Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
- Envoy Capital Advisors served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Continuus.
About Acuity Analytics
Acuity Analytics is the trading name of Acuity Knowledge Partners, a global, data-driven technology and analytics company serving financial institutions and corporates.
With more than 7,800 analysts, data specialists and technologists across 28 locations, Acuity combines deep financial-services expertise with engineering, digital, data and AI capabilities. The company supports more than 850 organizations in improving efficiency, gaining better insight and making better decisions.
Acuity was established as a separate business from Moody’s Corporation in 2019 following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe. In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake, with Equistone remaining invested as a minority shareholder.
For more information, visit acuityanalytics.com.
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7, Oct 2026
IBM Advances to Stage C of DARPA Quantum Benchmarking Initiative
IBM moves to third phase of DARPA’s rigorous evaluation of approaches to building a fault-tolerant quantum computer
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced it has been selected for Stage C, the third phase of the Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI) led by DARPA, the United States Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. This phase will advance IBM through DARPA’s verification process, in which independent experts extensively test and measure quantum hardware, technology, systems engineering, and architectures to determine if a company can build a fault-tolerant quantum computer.
“Advancing to the third stage of DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative validates the strength of IBM’s path to building a fault-tolerant quantum computer,” said Jay Gambetta, Director of IBM Research and IBM Fellow. “IBM expects to deliver the first fault-tolerant system in 2029, and we plan to scale the value of quantum computing well beyond that timeline. We look forward to working with DARPA’s team of experts as they advance their review of approaches to fault-tolerant quantum computing into the testing phase.”
As an independent research and development arm of the U.S. Department of Defense, DARPA launched the QBI in 2024 to determine whether an industrially useful fault-tolerant quantum computer can be built by 2033. The program defines such a system as one whose computational value will exceed its cost. IBM has successfully progressed through the QBI’s assessment process, including the first two stages that analyzed comprehensive R&D plans and risk mitigation approaches.
IBM has built the strongest quantum foundation in the industry, anchored by the largest fleet of quantum computers across the globe and Qiskit, the world’s most popular quantum software. IBM’s quantum computers are already being used today as scientific tools by a network of more than 340 organizations across financial services, healthcare, materials science, academia, and government as they build industrial applications and pursue algorithms to unlock the full potential of fault-tolerant quantum computing.
Last year, IBM laid out its plans to deliver the world’s first fault-tolerant quantum computer, IBM Quantum Starling. Starling will combine advances in error correction, processor design, systems engineering, and more. Since then, IBM’s progression has remained on course, including the demonstration of core hardware components for fault tolerance and breakthroughs in efficient error correction decoding.
Advancing to Stage C
Each successful QBI performer has progressed through three stages of the program thus far:
- Stage A required organizations to submit an initial technical concept of a cost-effective, fault-tolerant quantum computer that has a plausible path to realization in the near term. Several Stage A performers were announced in April 2025.
- Stage B called for a comprehensive research and development plan from each company detailing how to realize such a quantum computer, as well as the risks associated with this plan and mitigation approaches.
- Announced today, those selected for Stage C will move beyond conceptual plans and progress to evaluation by DARPA’s QBI independent verification and validation (IV&V) team as they test the companies’ hardware.
Alongside its participation in QBI, IBM continues to collaborate with partners across industry, government, and academia to accelerate the timeline toward fault-tolerant quantum computing.
For more information about the Quantum Benchmarking Initiative, visit the DARPA website.
About IBM
IBM is a leading global hybrid cloud and AI, and business services provider, helping clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and business services deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s legendary commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.
For more information, visit https://research.ibm.com.
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7, Oct 2026
OCI N.V. Notes Enterprise Chamber Decision Not to Order Inquiry
AMSTERDAM, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OCI N.V. (“OCI” or the “Company”) (Euronext: OCI) notes that the Enterprise Chamber of the Amsterdam Court of Appeal has today dismissed the petition brought by VEB and certain other shareholders and declined to order an inquiry into OCI’s policy and course of affairs. The Enterprise Chamber also ordered the VEB and Smits to pay, jointly and severally, the administrative costs of the proceedings, estimated to date at approximately €18,000 in aggregate, including amounts awarded to OCI, NNS, the Independent Directors and the Enterprise Chamber-appointed Directors.
The previously announced NNS offer, and the Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for 30 October 2026 will continue in accordance with the published terms and timetable. Shareholders should continue to refer to the offer memorandum, OCI’s position statement and the EGM documentation for complete information regarding the offer and the proposed combination.
OCI will make the full Dutch-language judgment and a machine-generated English translation with the Dutch version prevailing available on its website as soon as practicable. A summary of the decision is also available through the Enterprise Chamber’s website.
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