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Union Minister Amit Shah praised the ethanol blending program for strengthening sugar cooperatives and boosting rural prosperity. Speaking at a farmers’ rally in Ahilyanagar, he highlighted its impact on improving cooperative balance sheets. He also assured quick Central support for Maharashtra farmers affected by recent floods during the factory expansion event.
India and the UK began the Konkan naval exercise in the Western Indian Ocean, now featuring aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and HMS Prince of Wales together for the first time. The four-day drill aims to boost joint maritime and air operations. Held since 2004, this edition marks a major milestone in bilateral defense cooperation.
Vanuatu celebrates its Constitution Day on October 5, marking the adoption of its constitution in 1980. This Pacific island nation is known for its cultural diversity, volcanic landscapes, and traditional customs. Vanuatu operates as a parliamentary democracy and is one of the youngest countries in the world, proudly maintaining its independence.
In the ongoing ICC Women’s ODI World Cup match against India, Pakistan captain Fatima Sana won the toss and chose to bowl first. Notably, there was no handshake between the captains, continuing the trend seen in their three Asia Cup 2025 encounters where India and Pakistan teams have consistently avoided this gesture.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar expressed satisfaction over Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) completion. He stated the exercise “purified” the voter list after 22 years. The revision aims to ensure more accurate and updated electoral rolls ahead of upcoming elections, boosting transparency and voter confidence across the state.
Detained activist Sonam Wangchuk has called for an independent judicial inquiry into the killing of four civilians during the September 24 protests. In a letter from Jodhpur jail, he offered condolences and vowed to remain imprisoned until justice is served. He also expressed solidarity with the injured and arrested protesters.
India and the European Union will begin the 14th round of free trade agreement talks in Brussels on October 6. The five-day discussions aim to resolve key differences and speed up the deal’s conclusion. Senior officials from both sides will lead the negotiations, an official confirmed, with hopes of boosting bilateral economic ties.
Israel and Hamas will begin mediated talks in Egypt tomorrow to end the two-year Gaza conflict after Hamas offered to release hostages. US envoys, including Jared Kushner, will join discussions on Trump’s 20-point peace plan. Netanyahu welcomed progress, but fighting continues, with Gaza airstrikes and shelling killing dozens amid defensive measures.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk, jailed under the National Security Act after the Sept 25 Ladakh unrest, appealed to the Ladakh people for peace and unity, urging a non-violent, Gandhian struggle for statehood. He condoled the deaths of four protesters and called for a judicial inquiry. His wife has challenged his detention in the Supreme Court, with […]
14 children died from suspected renal failure after consuming Coldrif cough syrup in Chhindwara, MP. Police arrested Dr. Praveen Soni for negligence and filed an FIR against manufacturer Sresan Pharmaceutical. The MP government banned the syrup, found highly toxic. Most deaths occurred in Parasia, with others in Chhindwara city and Chaurai tehsil.
Postal services resumed in Churachandpur, Manipur, two years after they were suspended amid ethnic violence. A mail van from Imphal delivered letters and parcels before returning. The disruption had left a huge backlog and severed communication links. Over 260 people were killed and 60,000 displaced during the conflict.
To mark one year of Haryana’s BJP government, PM Modi will attend an event in Sonipat on October 17 and dedicate development projects worth crores. Ahead of the event, CM Nayab Singh Saini chaired a council of ministers meeting reviewing achievements, ongoing works, and preparations, following the recently concluded ‘Seva Pakhwada’ assessment.
The Panchayat reservation issue in Telangana’s local body elections has reached the Supreme Court. Vanga Gopal Reddy filed a petition challenging GO 9, which grants 42 percent reservation to BCs, seeking its cancellation. The Supreme Court accepted the petition for hearing but adjourned the proceedings until tomorrow.
Continuous overnight rain has wreaked havoc across North Bengal, killing 14 people in landslides at Darjeeling’s Mirik and Sukhia Pokhari. Officials warned the toll may rise as rescue efforts continue. Landslides have severed road links between West Bengal and Sikkim, while heavy rainfall has caused severe waterlogging in Jalpaiguri, Siliguri, and Coochbehar.
The national conference of the Akhil Bharatiya Rashtriya Shaikshik Mahasangh (ABRSM) begins today in Jaipur, Rajasthan, announced TAPAS State President Hanumantha Rao and General Secretary Suresh. A total of 175 teachers from Telangana are participating in the event, which runs until October 7. Key resolutions on teachers’ issues and the TET are expected.