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The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has temporarily halted pilgrimages from October 5 to 7 due to a severe weather alert issued by IMD. The shrine, perched on the Trikuta hills, sees thousands of devotees daily. The Board (SMVDSB) cited risks of landslides, flooding, and cloudbursts. Yatra resumes October 8.
India has started an investigation into the alleged dumping of steel products from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam after a complaint from domestic industry players. The Indian Stainless Steel Development Association has filed the application on behalf of local manufacturers and urged the imposition of anti-dumping duties on these imports.
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sentencing began Friday, with prosecutors seeking 11 years for transporting people for prostitution under the Mann Act. Convicted in July, he was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking. Prosecutors cited years of abuse, while his children pleaded for leniency. Defense urged immediate release, noting his year in pre-trial detention.
A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan today, according to the National Center for Seismology. The quake originated 10 km beneath the earth’s crust, with epicenter coordinates at latitude 28.30 N and longitude 65.25 E. The NCS confirmed the details in an ‘X’ post, highlighting the tremor’s magnitude, depth, and precise location in Pakistan.
Chaitanyananda Saraswati, a self-styled godman, was remanded to 14-day judicial custody by a Delhi court. He was produced before Judicial Magistrate Animesh Kumar after completing five days in police custody. The case is being handled by Delhi Police following serious allegations against the accused, including fraud and misusing his religious influence.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and his team will visit Patna on October 4–5 to assess Bihar’s election preparedness. The 243-member Assembly’s termends on November 22, with polls expected in phases soon. The EC recently concluded a Special Intensive Revision, finalizing the electoral roll with 7.42 crore voters amid criticism.
A bomb threat to actress Trisha’s Teynampet residence today turned out to be a hoax. Police acted swiftly, conducting a thorough search with sniffer dogs before confirming safety. Though the threat was fake, Tamil Nadu police are investigating the source, amid a recent rise in such threats, to identify and take action against those responsible.
Indian Air Force Chief Marshal AP Singh today addresses his first media conference since Operation Sindoor. He said that the Indian air defense system showcased enormous efficiency in this operation. He added that Indian forces successfully made strikes on targets nearly 300 km away. He further added that the work is going on the advanced […]
Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly has witnessed internet suspension, and the security personnel were deployed amid the ‘I Love Muhammad’ row. Internet suspension will be continued till tomorrow, and now roads of the region have become deserted. Earlier, the city experienced violence regarding the cancellation of a demonstration over the ‘I Love Muhammad’ poster row.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, at the 4th Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025, said global uncertainty is structural, not temporary, with rapid shifts rewriting international norms. She highlighted India’s stable, domestic-driven growth, urged multilateral reforms, and noted developing nations face trade and energy challenges amid decoupling and global volatility.
Typhoon Bualoi, along with floods and landslides, killed 51, left 14 missing, and injured 164 across northern and central Vietnam, causing nearly $608 million in damages. Over 238,000 houses, 89,000 hectares of crops, and infrastructure were affected. PM Pham Minh Chinh approved $96.5 million emergency aid for 15 impacted localities, as recovery efforts continue.
HDFC and ICICI Bank will offer same-day cheque clearance under RBI’s new settlement framework from October 4. Customers must maintain sufficient balance, ensure accurate cheque details, and preferably use the Positive Pay System, mandatory for cheques above ₹5 lakh. RBI’s continuous clearing Phase 1 starts October 2025, with Phase 2 in January 2026.
Bomb threats once again create chaos in Tamil Nadu. Threatening calls were received at CM Stalin’s residence, the governor’s mansion, and the state BJP office. The police, alerted by this, carried out inspections with dog squads. Authorities have tightened security after concluding that the calls were fake, as no explosives were found.
Boeing’s 777X is now set to enter commercial service in early 2027, delaying plans by a year and potentially triggering $2.5-$4 billion in accounting charges. Launch customer Lufthansa and Emirates are adjusting fleet plans. The delay, critical for Boeing’s long-haul strategy against Airbus, will be addressed during its October 29 earnings report.
President Trump notified Congress that the US is engaged in a “non-international armed conflict” with drug cartels, justifying recent lethal strikes on boats off Venezuela. At least 17 suspected traffickers were killed, labeled “unlawful combatants.” Critics question the legality, while Trump considers expanding operations against cartels on land in Venezuela.