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Nepal’s Gen Z group, led by Miraj Dhungana, announced plans to form a political party ahead of the 2026 elections but said participation depends on meeting “bottom-line” demands, a directly elected executive and voting rights for overseas Nepalis. The youth movement, known for anti-corruption protests, seeks reforms in governance, economy, and transparency.
Delhi Police detained 28 JNU students, including JNUSU leaders, after clashes during a protest march to gherao the Vasant Kunj police station. Police denied assault claims by Left groups, saying students broke barricades, injuring six personnel. The protest followed Friday’s campus violence between Left and ABVP members during a meeting.
J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said the exposition of Lord Buddha’s Holy Relics in Kalmykia strengthens India-Russia people-to-people ties. At the Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha Monastery, he offered prayers, presented a “Khatak” and a Kashmiri shawl, calling the event a historic spiritual bridge and a homecoming of faith for the Kalmyk people.
The IMD forecasts continuous rainfall in Tamil Nadu until October 23 due to the Northeast Monsoon and low-pressure systems over the Comorin Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Arabian Sea. Light to heavy rains with thunderstorms are expected, with alerts for districts including The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Tirupur, Erode, Salem, Tenkasi, and southern coastal areas.
On Dhanteras, Mathura’s Banke Bihari Temple treasury reopened after 54 years under court supervision. Security was tight, and only authorized committee members entered. The rare event, merging faith with legal oversight, added spiritual depth to the festival of prosperity, marking a momentous day for devotees and temple tradition alike.
Dubai lit up for Diwali with sparkling homes, bright lights, and grand fireworks. Expats shared emotional posts, recalling India’s festive spirit. Thousands gathered at Al Seef for the ‘Noor: Festival of Lights,’ organized by Dubai Festivals and the Indian Consulate, as Dubai Creek shimmered with joy and unity.
A massive fire erupted at Kaveri Apartment in Delhi this afternoon, housing several MP flats. Delhi Fire Services received the emergency call and immediately deployed six fire tenders to combat the blaze. Officials confirmed the incident occurred at the residential complex allocated to Members of Parliament. So far, no casualties have been reported.
Afghan and Pakistani delegations are heading to Doha to resolve deadly border clashes that killed dozens and injured hundreds. Afghanistan’s team includes the Defence Minister and Intelligence Chief. After a 48-hour ceasefire ended, Pak struck militants’ hideouts in Paktika province, targeting Hafiz Gul Bahadur group fighters, with no civilian casualties reported.
Deepawali travel plans in Hyderabad collapsed as a statewide bandh over the Telangana High Court’s stay on 42% BC quota halted bus services and doubled cab fares. Stranded passengers crowded bus stops while protests shut fuel stations and shops. RTC depots, schools, and businesses stayed closed, leaving Telangana districts eerily silent and motionless.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned Pakistan, stating every inch of its territory is within BrahMos missile range, while flagging off the first batch manufactured in Lucknow. Hailing its speed, accuracy, and power, he called BrahMos the “backbone” of Indian forces, highlighting its success in Operation Sindoor and India’s growing indigenous defence capabilities.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and UP CM Yogi Adityanath flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles in Lucknow under the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ mission. Produced at BrahMos Aerospace’s Sarojini Nagar facility, this milestone strengthens the UP Defence Industrial Corridor and India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing, as announced by PM Modi.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan met Amit Shah to discuss election strategies and aims for a 100% win rate. He highlighted that NDA has finalized all 243 candidates, while the Mahagathbandhan is still struggling to finalize seat-sharing. Paswan emphasized focusing on development and avoiding false narratives during the campaign.
The Assam government has transferred over 30 senior IPS and APS officers across districts and specialised units in a major administrative shake-up. The Home Department said the reshuffle, approved by the governor, was made “in the interest of public service” to enhance policing efficiency and strengthen district-level administration across the state.
Praveen Kumar, a Panchayat officer, was suspended for participating in an RSS event, violating civil service neutrality rules. The BJP slammed the Congress government, calling the move anti-Hindu and politically driven. Tensions escalate as Karnataka enforces strict rules on public events by ideological organizations like the RSS.
A fire broke out in a coach of the Amritsar-Saharsa Garib Rath Express at Sirhind Station, Punjab, around 07:30 hrs today. Passengers were quickly shifted to other coaches, and the fire was extinguished with no casualties. Operating thrice weekly over 1,716 km, the AC 3-Tier train will resume its journey shortly, covering 23 stops including […]