Sat Oct 05 07:40:43 UTC 2024: ## Empty Chair, Rice Exports, and Coldplay: A Week in India’s News

**Delhi’s political scene saw a symbolic gesture this week as Atishi, the new Chief Minister, refused to sit in the chair previously occupied by Arvind Kejriwal, declaring it reserved for her “guru.” This move, while paying tribute to Kejriwal, raises questions about Atishi’s own authority during her interim tenure.**

**Meanwhile, the Indian government made a confusing move regarding rice exports. They initially cut export duty on parboiled rice and eliminated it for white rice, only to reinstate a ban with a minimum export price.** This decision has left traders confused about the government’s intentions and has been criticized as counterproductive.

**The week also saw a surge in controversy surrounding Coldplay’s upcoming Mumbai concert.** After tickets sold out within 30 minutes, fans found themselves facing exorbitant prices on resale platforms, reaching up to ₹10 lakh. This led to a complaint filed against BookMyShow for alleged black marketing, prompting the Mumbai EOW to summon the company’s CEO. This incident highlights the wild west of premium consumption in India, where the love for high-profile events is often overshadowed by the financial and legal challenges involved.

**Finally, SEBI, India’s stock market regulator, announced an essay competition for students on financial literacy.** The twist? They created a separate category for essays written using ChatGPT, acknowledging the increasing reliance on AI tools. This move emphasizes the importance of adapting to technology rather than competing with it.

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