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At the UN, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey praised India’s child protection programs like Helpline 1098 and Ujjwala Yojana, calling Pakistan a major violator of child rights. Citing terror attacks and cross-border shelling harming Afghan children, he urged Islamabad to look in the mirror and end violence against women and children.
Afghanistan may go to small-scale war against Pakistan over the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. However, tensions remain high between the two nations due to ongoing border disputes, cross-border attacks, and strong rhetoric from both sides. Diplomatic efforts are being urged to prevent escalation and maintain regional peace and stability.
Bihar NDA faces discord as JDU protests losing stronghold seats like Sonbarsa, Rajgir, and Tarapur to allies LJP(R) and BJP. MLA Gopal Mandal staged a sit-in at the CM’s residence over ticket concerns. Meanwhile, RJD chief Lalu Prasad distributed party symbols amid pending Mahagathbandhan seat-sharing decisions for upcoming elections.
In a major reform, Maharashtra scrapped the area boundary rule for document registration in Mumbai. Citizens and businesses can now register property, rent, or inheritance documents at any of six designated stamp offices citywide. The move, launched via government notification, aims to simplify procedures and save time for residents.
A close fight is expected between the opposition BRS and the ruling Congress party in the upcoming Jubilee Hills assembly by-poll in Hyderabad. BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha and Congress candidate Naveen Yadav began their heated campaign. Nominations for the Jubilee Hills by-poll, with polling scheduled for November 11, already opened yesterday.
PM Modi is scheduled to visit Kurnool and Nandyal districts in Andhra Pradesh on October 16. In preparation, APSRTC is arranging 3,300 special buses. Of these, 3,070 will transport attendees to the Prime Minister’s address, while 80 buses are designated for police and security personnel, according to the APSRTC Managing Director.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will visit the US this week to discuss long-range weapon procurement with President Trump, after a productive call. Talks will focus on air defence and infrastructure protection amid intensified Russian attacks on energy facilities. Moscow warns of serious consequences if Tomahawk missiles are supplied to Ukraine.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy is set to visit Delhi today, departing Hyderabad by special chopper at 9 a.m. The state government plans to approach the Supreme Court after the High Court stayed 42% BC reservation in upcoming local polls. In Delhi, the Kodangal MLA will consult senior lawyers and AICC leaders on the issue.
Pakistan is gripped by escalating huge protests led by Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) against Israel. Violent clashes erupted as police attempted to disperse demonstrators, resulting in several deaths. While Palestinians celebrated the end of the Gaza war, Pakistan witnessed unrest, highlighting rising tensions and political turmoil amid huge public anger.
Following a Delhi court’s framing of charges in the IRCTC scam, BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad slammed Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi, and Tejashwi Yadav. He cautioned Bihar voters against trusting Tejashwi’s promises. Prasad questioned how an accused leader could bring meaningful change to the state ahead of elections.
PM Modi welcomed the release of 20 Israeli hostages from Gaza after two years of captivity. He praised US President Trump’s persistent peace efforts and commended Israeli PM Netanyahu’s strong resolve. Modi said the release reflects the courage of families and international leadership committed to peace in the troubled region.
A small junction named ‘Pakistan Mukku’ in Kunnathoor panchayat, near the Kollam-Pathanamthitta border in Kerala, has sparked a political row. The issue arose after the PWD installed a name board following road work. BJP state general secretary Anoop Antony Joseph objected, linking the name to broader geopolitical sensitivities and public sentiment.
Jan Suraaj released 65 more candidates for Bihar 2025 polls, totaling 116 so far. Prashant Kishor’s name is again absent, though he’s expected to contest from Raghopur. The list emphasizes caste and minority representation. With Bihar heading for a triangular contest, Jan Suraaj’s growing presence may reshape outcomes amid voter fatigue with traditional alliances.
US President Trump received a standing ovation in Israel’s Parliament after 20 hostages returned under a US-brokered ceasefire. Before addressing the Knesset, Trump held a private meeting with families of the freed hostages. The meeting was closed to independent media and attended only by official photographers from Trump and Netanyahu’s teams.
The NDA has finalized its Bihar seat-sharing: BJP and JD(U) to contest 101 seats each, LJP (Ram Vilas) gets 29, while HAM(S) and RLM secure six each. In contrast, the Mahagathbandhan remains undecided, with RJD hesitating to concede more seats to allies like Congress and VIP. Their final agreement is expected by Sunday.