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Delhi BJP staged a protest near Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence, demanding an apology over his alleged disparaging remarks about PM Narendra Modi at an event in Patna. Police stopped the march before it reached the residence.
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response to a plea challenging MLAs resigning to switch parties and contest by-elections at public expense. The case follows a Madras High Court ruling involving former AIADMK MLAs.
AISA president Neha Bora says she will not sign a ₹10,000 peace bond required under a police notice. Her decision follows the Delhi High Court’s dismissal of her plea challenging the notice.
The BJP has demanded that Congress clarify its position on demands related to Kashmir’s separation from India and the release of Sharjeel Imam. The questions followed Congress MP Imran Masood’s visit to Jamia Millia Islamia to support students seeking restoration of their union.
Maharashtra held elections for five Legislative Council seats on October 23, 2026, with the ruling Mahayuti and Opposition MVA competing across Teachers’ and Graduates’ constituencies. Pune recorded voter turnouts of 85.87% among teachers and 62.78% among graduates.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An RTI response reveals that the Cabinet Secretariat acknowledged letters from Election Commissioners S.S. Sandhu and Vivek Joshi about an official’s functioning and copied CEC Gyanesh Kumar for information.
Independent scientists and academics have urged the Election Commission and the government to scrap the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and restore eligible voters allegedly excluded from the lists.
Punjab anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota was shot dead inside a medical store in Mansa. His death has sparked outrage and renewed questions about illegal drug sales and the motive behind the killing.
India’s MEA says its embassy in Riyadh and consulate in Jeddah are coordinating with airlines and tour operators to arrange the early return of affected Indian pilgrims from Saudi Arabia following an attack at Dammam airport.
Amit Shah criticised the Congress and AAP, saying protests would achieve nothing, and predicted an NDA government in Punjab. His remarks came as he inaugurated 43 Delhi Jal Board projects worth ₹8,941 crore aimed at rejuvenating the Yamuna River.