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IndiGo Extends Saudi Arabia Flight Cancellations Amid Rising Regional Tensions
IndiGo has extended flight cancellations to Saudi Arabia amid rising regional security concerns. Riyadh flights remain cancelled through October 31, while services to Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah are suspended through October 27, 2026, according to the Indian Embassy in Riyadh.
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Haryana Gangsters Himanshu Bhau and Neeraj Faridpuria Detained in Las Vegas
Haryana gangsters Himanshu Bhau and Neeraj Faridpuria have reportedly been detained in Las Vegas after a tip-off from the Haryana STF. The state police confirmed the development, while further details about their legal status and possible extradition remain unclear.
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Owaisi Seeks Special Parliament Session Over Reported Chinese Intrusions in Arunachal Pradesh
Asaduddin Owaisi has sought a special Parliament session and government clarification over reported Chinese troop intrusions in Arunachal Pradesh. His demand follows an ITBP official’s reported remarks about continuing face-offs at several locations.
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Delhi Protest Against SIR: Hundreds Demand Rollback and CEC’s Resignation
Around 500 protesters marched through central Delhi demanding the rollback of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Police said 20 people were detained and later released, while at least one FIR was registered.
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Ladakh Talks With Centre Stall as Civil Society Groups Oppose Government Proposal
Talks between Ladakh representatives and the Union Home Ministry failed to resume amid disagreements over the Centre’s 32-page draft governance proposal. The Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance have criticised the proposal, saying it departs from earlier promises.
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India Plans Colour-Coded Driving Licences for Citizens and Foreign Nationals
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed colour-coded driving licences for Indian citizens and foreign nationals. Draft changes also include mandatory blood group and emergency contact details, revised safe-driving assessment criteria, and possible fee waivers for selected Aadhaar-authenticated online services.
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Congress Targets PM Modi Over Arunachal Face-Offs, Demands Statement on China Border
Congress has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over reported India-China troop face-offs in Arunachal Pradesh, demanding a detailed statement in Parliament on the border situation and accusing him of failing to raise the issue with China’s leadership.
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Bodies of Two Keralites Killed in Germany Apartment Fire Brought Home
The bodies of Sivin Johny, 26, and Anjali Sheela Joy, 27, who died in an apartment fire in Bochum, Germany, arrived in Kochi. The body of a third victim, Nova Sabu, was expected later on Friday.
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China Border Face-Off Continues at Multiple Arunachal Locations: ITBP Chief
ITBP chief Shatrujeet Kapur says face-offs with Chinese troops continue at multiple locations along the Arunachal Pradesh border, highlighting the growing importance of drones and underground shelters in modern warfare.
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India Calls for UN Security Council Reforms, Citing Global Conflict Challenges
India has called for reforms to the UN Security Council, arguing that its outdated representation and struggles to resolve major conflicts are undermining its legitimacy and global authority.