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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra today and meet UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is on an official visit to India, at 10 a.m. Later, both leaders will attend the CEO Forum at the Jio World Center at 1:45 p.m., followed by the Global Fintech Fest at 2:45 p.m., where they’ll deliver key […]
The BRS party has called for a protest at Chalo Bus Bhavan, demanding a rollback of the recent hike in TGSRTC bus fares. As part of the agitation, BRS leaders including former ministers KTR and Harish Rao will travel by TGSRTC bus from Mehdipatnam to Bus Bhavan and stage a demonstration near the premises.
Former Andhra Pradesh CM and YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy will visit Visakhapatnam and Anakapalle districts today, arriving at Visakhapatnam Airport by 11 am. He will inspect the under-construction medical college at Makarapalem and later visit King George Hospital (KGH) to meet the Kurupam tribal girls currently undergoing treatment.
After 20 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh linked to toxic cough syrup, India’s drug regulator CDSCO urged all states and UTs to enforce strict medicine testing. Tamil Nadu banned and sealed the manufacturer’s unit, citing adulteration with diethylene glycol. Criminal action is likely. Kerala and MP also banned the syrup, with investigations ongoing.
Punjab Police registered multiple FIRs against casteist social media posts targeting Chief Justice BR Gavai, days after a failed shoe attack. The posts, deemed to incite communal hatred, violate SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Cyber Cell is working to remove such content from platforms, says Punjab government.
PM Modi criticized Congress for weakening India’s fight against terrorism during its rule, citing P. Chidambaram’s admission that global pressure stopped retaliation after the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Speaking in Mumbai, Modi said the UPA government’s inaction came at a heavy price and urged Congress to clarify its stance on Pakistan post-26/11.
Majoti Sahil Hussein, a 22-year-old from Gujarat, surrendered to Ukrainian forces after joining the Russian army to avoid prison for drug charges. He allegedly planned to surrender once near the Ukrainian front. Gujarat Police confirmed his identity; investigations continue. His family appealed to the Indian government for his return and that of other Indians trapped.
Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has demanded 15 assembly seats for his party, HAM, in Bihar’s upcoming elections. Warning he won’t contest otherwise, Manjhi seeks recognition for HAM. He expressed disappointment with NDA leaders and referenced “Rashmirathi” in a poetic X post. Seat-sharing talks among NDA allies, including BJP, JD(U), and LJP, remain ongoing.
The Supreme Court issued notices to X (formerly Twitter) and Assam BJP over a controversial AI-generated video allegedly promoting anti-Muslim rhetoric. The video, posted on BJP-Assam’s official handle, claimed a “Muslim takeover” if BJP loses. Petitioners argue it violates hate speech norms. The Court will hear the case next on October 28.
A Tamil Nadu BJP leader has petitioned the Supreme Court, seeking a CBI or independent SIT probe into the Karur stampede that killed 41. The plea also demands increased compensation from the state and actor Vijay’s party. The High Court earlier formed an SIT but refused a CBI probe.
After meeting Azam Khan, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav reaffirmed his support, calling Khan the party’s foundation. He promised withdrawal of “fake cases” once SP forms government in 2027. Yadav emphasised unity in upcoming political battles and praised Khan’s legacy, while avoiding comment on Muhiubullah Nadvi during the media interaction.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has switched to Zoho Mail, promoting Indian tech over global providers. The move supports digital self-reliance and prioritizes data privacy. Zoho, a Chennai-based platform, offers ad-free, secure email services. Shah’s decision may encourage wider adoption of homegrown digital tools across government and private sectors in India.
The Supreme Court postponed the hearing on manufacturing and sale of ‘green’ crackers in Delhi-NCR to October 10. Certified manufacturers may produce but cannot sell crackers in banned areas without approval. The court urged the Centre to review the ban and consult stakeholders before finalizing the decision ahead of Diwali.
WHO has asked India if Coldrif cough syrup—linked to 20 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh—was exported. It may issue a global alert pending confirmation. The syrup caused fatal kidney infections. An SIT is investigating the Chennai-based manufacturer, whose facility was found to produce adulterated syrup. Production has been ordered to stop.
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