Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have approached the Delhi High Court for an urgent hearing to challenge the extension of their judicial custody. They were initially detained on October 13 for allegedly protesting at Jantar Mantar, a denotified site. The CJP claims bail proceedings are being deliberately delayed and argues that the special magistrate's order extending custody violates their 'Right to Liberty' and legal procedure, especially regarding surety acceptance.
Sarfaraz Khan's magnificent unbeaten 139 helped Mumbai establish a commanding 258-run lead over Himachal Pradesh in their Ranji Trophy Group D match, while Nishant Sindhu's all-round heroics secured an innings victory for Haryana against Chandigarh.
A sub-inspector in Arunachal Pradesh was arrested for accepting a Rs 65,000 bribe to release documents related to a road accident case, after demanding Rs 1.5 lakh. The Anti-corruption Bureau caught him red-handed.
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Air India has extended the cancellation of flights to Saudi Arabia until October 20, 2026, due to escalating tensions and Houthi attacks in the region. IndiGo and Akasa Air have also extended their flight suspensions to Saudi cities, with passengers offered full refunds.
Police in Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh, seized heroin worth Rs 20 lakh and arrested a woman. The seizure of 261.85 gm of heroin occurred in New Khamdu village. Home Minister Mama Natung praised the police, reiterating the government's zero-tolerance policy against illicit drugs.
A woman caught travelling ticketless at Kandivali station on Friday caused a ruckus when she tried to flee without paying a fine. The incident escalated into a confrontation involving a railway official, a fall, and a mob demanding an apology, requiring police intervention.
Following a fatal pandal stampede, the West Bengal government has deployed nine experienced IPS officers to manage Durga Puja crowds in Kolkata. The Kolkata Police also issued an 11-point advisory, detailing measures like closing pandal entries during rain, regulating visitor movement, and coordinating with puja organisers to ensure safety during the festive rush.
More than 40 per cent of Cars24's sales are now linked to rural registration and transport office (RTO) locations, although procurement remains concentrated in urban markets.
The CBI has filed an FIR and conducted searches against a former Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) assistant commandant, Amit, for allegedly colluding with smugglers to facilitate large-scale operations across the India-Nepal border. The officer, who was posted in Sitamarhi, Bihar, from March 2023 to January 2026, is accused of establishing a nexus with notorious smugglers and deriving undue benefits, with suspicious transactions found in his and his family's bank accounts.
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal challenged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to bring jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi to Mumbai for interrogation following a series of attacks, including one on actor Tiger Shroff. Sapkal alleged that the Bishnoi gang operates with government blessings and questioned why Bishnoi has not been interrogated despite his alleged involvement in high-profile cases. He also criticised Fadnavis's handling of law and order and the alleged misuse of police.
Tennis World No 6 Elina Svitolina has announced her separation from French tennis star Gael Monfils, revealing how the emotional toll of Russia's war on Ukraine left her struggling to find herself.
Elon Musk has renewed his criticism of Mukesh Ambani regarding Starlink's entry into India, accusing Ambani's supporters of hypocrisy for simultaneously claiming Starlink can't compete with low prices and that it poses a strong competitive threat. Musk argues that competition would benefit Indian consumers and that Starlink would adjust pricing if too expensive. He also shared reports alleging Reliance-funded political donations. Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated India does not permit monopolies and that multiple players, including Starlink, have received satcom licences.
Madurai-based content creator Veeramani faced an unprecedented ordeal, being forced to abandon his home after a simple online request for Deepavali sweets led to an overwhelming barrage of expensive cash-on-delivery pranks from mischievous followers.
The Election Commission of India has told the Delhi high court that two voters, whose names were deleted from the electoral rolls after they could not complete the enumeration process during the Special Intensive Revision in the national capital, can fill Form 6 for redressal of their grievance.
Declan Rice scored a late equaliser for Arsenal in a 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich on Wednesday. Elsewhere, Real Madrid secured a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, largely due to Thibaut Courtois's saves. Manchester United suffered a bruising 4-1 defeat to Como, with Nico Paz starring for the Italian side. Other European matches saw Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Aston Villa, Real Betis, and LASK secure wins.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the arrest of three individuals in Rajasthan in connection with the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai. The accused were apprehended at Kota railway station after fleeing towards Surat and boarding a train to Jaipur. One suspect is linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which claimed responsibility for the attack.
A court in Meerut has sentenced a woman and her lover to death for strangling her husband and placing a live snake beside his body to make it appear as a snakebite death. The elaborate murder plot was uncovered after a post-mortem revealed strangulation marks, leading to their conviction under 'Operation Conviction'.
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has indicated that rate cuts are improbable in the near term, with headline inflation projected to reach 6 per cent in the third quarter. Minutes from the October meeting reveal growing concerns among members about inflation spreading beyond food and fuel, leading to a shift in policy stance towards calibrated tightening.
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A Rajasthan Police constable was arrested in Kota after nearly Rs 14 lakh, allegedly sourced from illegal drugs, was recovered from his car. He was subsequently remanded for four days for interrogation.
Ravi Shastri received a signed copy of Jeffrey Archer's final novel days before the author's death.
A foreign national passed away at the Railway Protection Force post in Surat after being deboarded from a train following a fight with co-passengers. The Government Railway Police has launched a custodial death investigation into the incident, as the man's identity and nationality remain unknown.
Assam Police have seized Yaba tablets valued at Rs 57.5 crore and arrested two individuals in Cachar district. The seizure involved 2.3 lakh tablets found in a truck's secret chamber, as announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday.
A Class 9 student was found dead near her home in Dumka, Jharkhand, with police suspecting she was raped and murdered. Her body was discovered on Friday night after she went missing from home. Police have launched an investigation and sent the body for post-mortem.
Rinku Singh's unbeaten 118 helped Uttar Pradesh recover from a collapse to post 202 against Goa in their Ranji Trophy match. Goa ended day one at 43 for no loss, trailing by 159 runs. Other Group A matches saw Baroda struggling against Bihar, MP losing wickets against Puducherry, and J&K posting 260 against Vidarbha.
French Prime Minister Sbastien Lecornu said police arrested 1,200 protesters on Saturday, and 150 personnel were injured as demonstrations across the country over the rising cost of living turned violent.
Indian digital certification authority eMudhra has reported a compromise of private keys for some of its global TLS and code-signing certificates, according to Cert-In. This incident, while eMudhra states it has limited impact on its Indian operations, could allow cybercriminals to impersonate websites. Separately, SBI has disclosed a suspected exposure of nearly 4,000 customer records on the dark web.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) reported a 66.78 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 548.2 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, largely due to a one-time gain from the sale of its Smart World and Communication business. Revenue also grew by 12.1 per cent to Rs 3,040.4 crore. The company secured over USD 200 million in large deal wins, with a significant portion in AI-related projects, and launched an Engineering Intelligence Lab in partnership with NVIDIA.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) reported a 66.78 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 548.2 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, largely due to a one-time gain from the sale of its Smart World and Communication business. Revenue also grew by 12.1 per cent to Rs 3,040.4 crore. The company secured over USD 200 million in large deal wins, with a significant portion in AI-related projects, and launched an Engineering Intelligence Lab in partnership with NVIDIA.
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President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan attended Dussehra celebrations in New Delhi on Tuesday. Effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath were burnt at various Ramleela grounds, with dignitaries delivering messages on truth, righteousness, and fighting social evils. One committee also burnt a cockroach effigy to symbolise filth, leading to a complaint from AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj.
Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer has assured young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi that opportunities will come if he remains consistent, while also reflecting on India's high-scoring T20I series against West Indies, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
Three Keralites, Sivin Johny, Nova Sabu, and Anjali Sheela Joy, died in a residential building fire in Bochum, Germany. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's office is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate their mortal remains, with the state government bearing all expenses. Public representatives have also urged swift action to bring the bodies home.
Opposition parties in Maharashtra have criticised the state government following a firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai. They allege a deterioration of law and order, citing this and other recent high-profile incidents, and demand a separate home minister.
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The Department of Posts successfully conducted its first-ever drone delivery of the National Flag from Mandi to Rehardhar in Himachal Pradesh. This initiative, overseen by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, highlights the integration of technology with public service to enhance last-mile connectivity in challenging terrains and supports the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.
Four individuals, including a social media influencer, have been arrested in Malappuram, Kerala, for possession of MDMA. Police seized 10.15 grams of the drug, along with other paraphernalia and cash, after intercepting their car on Wednesday night. The accused were allegedly planning to sell the drugs.
Assam police have seized 27.3 kg of opium valued at approximately Rs 2 crore in Kokrajhar district, leading to one arrest. The drugs were found in specially constructed compartments within a vehicle. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the police for their successful operation.
