October 2026
National
BJP Announces Eight Candidates for Rajya Sabha Polls in Uttar Pradesh
BJP announced eight candidates for Uttar Pradesh Rajya Sabha elections on October 16, aiming to consolidate its majority and strengthen representation in the Upper House.
National
Congress Accuses CEC Gyanesh Kumar of ‘Illegal’ Form 6 Changes
Congress accused CEC Gyanesh Kumar of illegally altering Form 6 during voter roll revision, after SC clarified it had not approved any changes, sparking political uproar.
World
West Asian Crude Exports Surpass Pre‑War Levels Despite Tanker Attacks
West Asian crude exports rose above pre‑war levels in late September, hitting 22.5m bpd, despite escalating tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
World
U.S. Marine Arrested in Okinawa Murder Case, Sparks Outrage in Japan
A U.S. Marine was arrested in Okinawa for allegedly killing a local woman, sparking outrage in Japan and renewing tensions over America’s military presence.
World
Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad Resigns Amid Economic Strain
Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned without explanation; Hamid Bovard of NIOC takes charge as acting minister amid war‑driven economic strain and oil industry challenges.
World
U.S. Air Force Withdraws Bombers From RAF Fairford After Suspected Terror Plot
U.S. Air Force redeployed bombers from RAF Fairford after a suspected terror plot, citing security concerns at the UK base used for Iran operations.
World
Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez Calls Snap Election After Housing Crisis Defeat
Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez called snap elections for November 29 after parliament rejected housing relief measures, sparking protests and highlighting his minority government’s fragile position.
National
Supreme Court Clarifies It Did Not Alter Form 6, Questions Immunity for CEC
Supreme Court clarified it did not alter Form 6, questioned post‑retirement immunity for CEC, and shifted scrutiny to the Election Commission amid voter enrolment controversy.
World
Britain’s Green Party Declares Zionism as Racism, Sparks Global Backlash
Britain’s Green Party voted to classify Zionism as racism, sparking criticism from Jewish groups and Israel, while urging Labour to halt arms trade with Israel.
World
Brazil Election 2026: Flavio Bolsonaro Surprises Polls, Faces Lula in Runoff
Flavio Bolsonaro outperformed polls with 47.45% votes, setting up a runoff against President Lula da Silva on October 25 in Brazil’s closely watched presidential election.