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In a statement, Thackeray highlighted Lahanes commitment to teachers demands, saying the candidate had pledged before a tehsildar that he would refuse to draw his salary as a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) until the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) was implemented for teachers

Air India and Air India Express have extended flight suspensions to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24 amid security concerns. Eligible passengers can change travel dates once for free, rebook through alternative Gulf airports or seek full refunds for cancelled flights, subject to airline conditions

A tanker was hit by an unknown projectile about 68 nautical miles off Jubail, Saudi Arabia, prompting its crew to evacuate. All crew members were reported safe. A second ship was also attacked nearby, raising fresh concerns over maritime security and oil shipments amid the Middle East conflict

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According to police, the FIRs were registered for violations of restrictions imposed under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Police said announcements were made asking people to disperse, but crowds gathered around Connaught Place despite the restrictions

The accident occurred around 5 am on Friday when the vehicle was negotiating a sharp bend on Keroli Ghat in Mahur tehsil, an official said

A couple and their three children were found dead at their home in Nagla Shri Padam village in Greater Noidas Rabupura area. Police suspect food poisoning after the family reportedly ate noodles the previous night, but the cause of death awaits post-mortem and forensic findings

Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, 98, was admitted to Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi at around 7.30 pm on Friday with pulmonary issues. The hospital confirmed that he is undergoing treatment and said a statement on his health would be issued shortly

Fires in Indonesia have prompted the ASEAN Specialised Meteorological Centre to issue its highest-level haze alert for southern Southeast Asia. Persistent hotspots, dry weather and shifting winds are spreading toxic smoke, disrupting schools and worsening respiratory complaints across the region

Wildfires across Southern California have damaged homes and burned thousands of acres amid powerful Santa Ana winds, high temperatures and low humidity. The Norte fire has scorched 465 acres, while the Bryson and Henderson fires have also spread, prompting evacuations, power cuts and warnings of continued fire danger

The executive order, signed on October 16 and published by the White House, implements the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which Trump signed into law on September 18

The accused were arrested during a raid conducted on October 14 at a bungalow in Nangargaon, within the jurisdiction of Lonavala City police station, a police official said

He ruled out discussing the establishment of a security zone along Russia's border territories during potential peace negotiations with Ukraine.

The first two weeks of October were among the deadliest periods for civilians in years, said Danielle Bell, the head of the UN office.

Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this in response to a query during his bi-weekly media briefing.

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The whole company of the BSF was rushed to our OPD. This is a food poisoning case, Singh said.

The detentions triggered scenes of jostling among crowds, camera crews, and security personnel.

The LAB and KDA have been spearheading the agitation for constitutional safeguards and democratic rights for Ladakh.

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All the injured were taken to a community health centre, where five people were declared dead during treatment, according to police.

The FIR was registered on October 15 at the Cantt police station in Dehradun, under relevant sections of law.

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Trumps remarks arrive as the US military prepares additional action options targeting Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities, according to recent news reports.

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In Mumbai, the Colaba observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 35.1 degrees Celsius, 1.9 degrees above normal, and a minimum of 26.5 degrees Celsius, 1.1 degrees above normal. Santacruz recorded a maximum temperature of 36.7 degrees Celsius, 3 degrees above normal

In his letter dated October 16, 2026, Kharge said both Houses of Parliament were yet to be prorogued, even 64 days after the Monsoon Session was adjourned sine die on August 13. He described the situation as unprecedented and called for detailed consultations with all political parties and stakeholders before any new proposals were finalised

The Indian Navy commissioned Samarthak, its first multi-purpose vessel built by a private shipyard, at Karwar in Karnataka. Constructed by L&T, the vessel has over 75% indigenous content and will support weapons trials, maritime surveillance, emergency response and humanitarian missions.

Responding to a question about the incident, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday that the alleged plot was a matter of deep concern for India and highlighted the growing cases of hate crimes and racial discrimination against the Indian community in the US

India on Friday issued a second advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia, urging them to follow local authorities instructions, stay indoors in the event of an aerial attack and refrain from sharing photographs or videos related to the ongoing situation

The fort, located off the coastal village of Murud, was closed to visitors during the monsoon for safety reasons and cleaning. Following the completion of the work, the Archaeology Department has reopened the historic site, marking the beginning of the tourist season in the Murud region

The CJP had called for the Tiranga Yatra on October 16. However, authorities had not granted permission for the march, and prohibitory restrictions were in force in the area

The programme aims to strengthen local fodder availability and help livestock owners prepare for a possible shortage in the coming months. The state government has declared drought in 305 talukas across Maharashtra. Of the 16 talukas in Nanded district, 14 have been declared drought-affected

The CJPs Lehra Do Tiranga march is scheduled to begin at 5 pm at Central Park in Connaught Place. However, police have not granted permission for the event

Maharashtra Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar questioned whether the announced assistance of Rs 5,000 would be sufficient for farmers facing drought, agricultural losses and rising inflation

Sandeep Girhe, the partys district unit chief, told reporters on that party representatives would visit the homes of the deceased farmers to hand over the money to their families

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will lay the foundation stone for an 81-foot Lord Shiva statue at the Varadayini Mataji Temple in Rupal, Gandhinagar, on Friday. His itinerary also includes visits to Jain spiritual leaders, an evening aarti in Mansa and a Raas Garba programme in Kolvada

The Press Council of India has issued guidelines for journalists covering protests and demonstrations, stressing personal safety, professional neutrality and ethical reporting. The advisory asks media personnel to carry visible ID cards

Piyush Goyal said the opposition was using the controversy surrounding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to pursue a broader political objective

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke defended peaceful protests, saying demanding accountability from the government is not anarchy. He criticised administrative restrictions in Delhi ahead of the CJPs Lehra Do Tiranga march

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Russias Kamchatka Peninsula at a depth of 152 km, according to the NCS. The EMSC recorded a preliminary magnitude of 6.9, while NOAA reported no tsunami threat. Further details on the earthquakes impact are awaited

Rajnath Singh said democratic rights did not give political parties the licence to create disorder or undermine public confidence in institutions

Air India has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia until October 20, 2026, citing the evolving geopolitical situation in the region. The airline said affected passengers would receive full refunds and advised travellers to check flight status for updates

The Supreme Court on Friday declined an urgent hearing on a plea challenging the NDMCs decision to shut Central Park at Connaught Place ahead of the Cockroach Janta Partys proposed protest. The bench hoped better sense will prevail and said it could intervene if businesses suffer losses

A 16-year-old gunman killed three children aged 5, 8 and 11, and a teacher at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. Two others were critically injured. The suspect was found dead inside the school after a civilian intervened, police said

Four people died battling fires in Indonesia's East Java as toxic haze worsened air quality across Southeast Asia. Singapore's PM Lawrence Wong vowed legal action against companies responsible, while Singapore's air pollution index reached 251, a very unhealthy level, according to IQAir

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said Raut's petition would be entertained on a provisional basis, subject to his explaining his conduct

Delhi Police has deployed over 6,000 personnel, 220 companies of Central Armed Police Forces and additional CCTV cameras across Connaught Place and other sensitive areas ahead of the CJPs proposed Lehra Do Tiranga protest on Friday