October 2026
National
Delhi’s New Protest Hub Ramlila Maidan Almost Fully Booked
Delhi’s newly designated protest venue, Ramlila Maidan, has only three booking dates left in 2026, raising scheduling challenges for groups planning demonstrations.
National
Supreme Court Relief for Rahul Gandhi: Defamation Proceedings in 2018 PM Modi Remarks Put on Hold
The Supreme Court has stayed defamation proceedings against Rahul Gandhi over his alleged 2018 remarks about PM Modi during criticism of the Rafale deal.
National
PM Modi Says India’s Growth Benefits the World, Highlights Economic Strength and Major Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights India’s 7.8% growth, strong foreign-exchange reserves and economic reforms, saying the country grows with and for the world.
World
U.S.-Russia Diesel Deal: What It Means for India’s Oil Imports and Energy Market
Trump’s Russia diesel deal could influence global fuel supplies, oil prices and India’s energy costs, while raising questions about Washington’s sanctions policy.
National
J&K Waqf Board Moves to Standardise Friday Sermons Across Mosques, Committee to Approve Topics
The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board plans uniform Friday sermons across mosques, with a committee of preachers selecting and approving topics in advance.
National
Sudha Yadav Appointed Karnataka Governor: State Set to Get Its Second Woman in the Post
Senior BJP leader Sudha Yadav has been appointed Karnataka Governor by President Droupadi Murmu, becoming the state’s second woman to hold the constitutional post.
World
Trump Rejects Claims of Russia and China Helping Iran, Says They Have Too Much to Lose
Trump rejects claims that Russia and China are helping Iran, arguing both countries have too much to lose, while highlighting ongoing U.S.-China economic cooperation.
World
Elon Musk Spends $276 Million to Boost Republicans Ahead of US Midterm Elections
Elon Musk has spent $276 million since July to support Republicans in the 2026 US midterms, as Democrats improve their chances of retaking Congress.
National
Rahul Gandhi’s Supreme Court Plea Not Listed for October 13 Hearing Amid Filing Hurdles
Rahul Gandhi’s petition seeking an independent probe into the Election Commission’s SIR process was not listed for October 13 as procedural filing issues remained.
National
Opposition Leaders Meet Rahul Gandhi After Supreme Court March Amid Protest Crackdown Row
Opposition leaders met Rahul Gandhi after the INDIA bloc’s Supreme Court march, while three CJP leaders were detained amid continuing tensions over protests and electoral concerns.