October 2026
Sports
Virtual Eye’s Sonic Technology Approved for India-New Zealand Cricket Series
Virtual Eye’s Sonic edge-detection technology has been approved for the India-New Zealand cricket series starting in Christchurch on October 22, 2026. The system will join the DRS technology suite following testing and assessment involving the ICC and support from the BCCI.
Sports
Anjanaben Bumbadiya Wins Gold, Jayanti Behera Takes Silver in Asian Para Games
India’s Anjanaben Bumbadiya won gold in the women’s 400m T47 at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya with a time of 59.97 seconds. Fellow Indian athlete Jayanti Behera claimed silver, while Thailand’s Sasirawan Inthachot took bronze.
World
Gadi Eisenkot Makes Quiet Bid to Challenge Netanyahu in Israel
Former Israeli military chief Gadi Eisenkot is positioning himself as a potential challenger to Benjamin Netanyahu. Leading the centrist Yashar party, he promises to unite a divided Israel and offer an alternative to Netanyahu’s right-wing leadership.
World
Mark Carney Says Trump’s Tariffs Hurt Americans Amid Canada-U.S. Trade Dispute
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says President Donald Trump’s tariffs are increasing costs for Americans and disrupting cross-border manufacturing. Canada has announced a multibillion-dollar plan to protect its industrial sector as tensions rise over trade and alleged political interference.
World
Lyon Bans All Protests on October 24 After Violent Riots in France
Authorities in Lyon have banned all protests on October 24, 2026, following violent demonstrations, widespread looting and damage to businesses. The decision comes ahead of nationwide rallies planned across France.
World
Saudi Arabia Faces Growing Crisis as Two Key Shipping Routes Come Under Pressure
Saudi Arabia faces growing geopolitical and economic pressures as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb threaten vital shipping routes, oil exports and regional stability. The crisis could test Mohammed bin Salman's leadership and affect global energy markets.
World
Saudi Arabia Faces Growing Security Threats at Two Vital Maritime Chokepoints
Saudi Arabia faces growing security and economic pressures as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb threaten vital shipping routes, oil exports and regional stability. The crisis presents a major challenge for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
National
India Rejects UN Report's ‘India-Based’ Label for Dawood Ibrahim's D-Company
India has rejected a UN special rapporteur's description of Dawood Ibrahim-led D-Company as an “India-based” criminal group. Indian diplomat Raghoo Puri criticised alleged inaccuracies in the report during a UN General Assembly committee discussion.
National
Sonia Gandhi Joins Instagram, Unveils Upcoming Memoir
Sonia Gandhi made her Instagram debut on October 22, 2026, introducing her upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love. Her first post featured a video describing the book as a story of love, duty, loss and belonging.
National
Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha Bypoll Scheduled for November 12
The Election Commission of India has scheduled the Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll for November 12, 2026, to fill the seat vacated by former Union Minister L. Murugan. Nominations begin after the October 26 notification, with the final withdrawal date set for November 5.