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The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board's plan for common social themes in Friday sermons has sparked controversy. Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti and the Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema opposed the move, while chairperson Darakhshan Andrabi said it was a collective decision by Islamic scholars

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy will meet Amit Shah to seek a CBI probe into an alleged sting operation targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The controversy has also triggered questions over the Congress's internal leadership tussle

A forest fire on Indonesias Sumatra island destroyed nearly 300 homes and forced around 1,000 residents to evacuate. Peatland smouldering and strong winds fuelled the blaze as Indonesia battles widespread wildfires, hazardous haze and rising respiratory illnesses

The accused was reportedly known in the locality as a civic volunteer and a drug addict, alleged a TMC leader. The party further claimed that the woman said she was Banerjees niece and lay on the road, creating a scene while attempting to approach the former CM

Maharashtra minister Atul Save directs district administration to plan drinking water supply until August 31, 2027; industrial estates asked to reuse 30 per cent of water

Ken McCallum, who leads the UK's domestic security service, said Tehran is seeking to intensify its attacks in Britain beyond the traditional targets of Iranians opposed to the country's Islamic authorities

Of the Indian nationals injured in the incident, four remain in the intensive care unit (ICU), four are receiving treatment in regular hospital wards, and three have been discharged, according to the advisory

According to the weather report, Beed in Marathwada recorded 38 degrees Celsius, 6.4 degrees above normal, while Yavatmal in Vidarbha registered 38.2 degrees Celsius, 6.5 degrees above normal. Jalgaon in north Maharashtra recorded the state's lowest minimum temperature at 17.6 degrees Celsius, 2.3 degrees below normal

Two persons, including a 16-year-old boy, were arrested in Jharkhands Chatra district for allegedly sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl. The girl was admitted to hospital after complaining of pain and was found to be pregnant. Further investigation is underway

Addressing reporters after a meeting with Opposition leaders and civil society representatives at his residence in New Delhi, Rahul Gandhi said those allegedly involved in vote chori would be brought to justice, naming PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Amit Shah targeted the Congress over its electoral record in Gujarat, Tripura and West Bengal, claiming that the party had gone decades without a victory in these states

Nigdi Police in Pimpri-Chinchwad said that it has registered a case against the accused who has been arrested and further investigations into the matter were going on

Former UK PM Rishi Sunak met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and congratulated him on completing 25 years in public service. Sunak also said India could chart its own course amid global uncertainty

Two Maldivian flydubai pilots have reportedly been arrested in the UAE as authorities investigate an alleged mid-air hijack attempt involving co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami. Indian Captain Smit Machchhar was injured while confronting the attacker, and Indias NIA has registered a case

A rare sighting of the elusive Asiatic caracal near the KurbaiVirani road in Gujarat's Kutch has prompted further wildlife monitoring, highlighting the role of local communities in tracking the little-known wild cat

The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of allegedly pushing a pregnant journalist during an INDIA bloc march, while Congress rejected the charge as a political narrative. The row escalated as Opposition leaders defended Gandhi and raised allegations over the handling of protest-related videos

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According to a statement issued by Singapores Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry on October 13, the visit will reaffirm the longstanding bilateral relationship between Singapore and India

The robbery took place on Monday night in the Sen-Paschim Para area. The victim, Ramesh Yadav, is an office-bearer of the BJPs Other Backward Classes (OBC) Morcha in Uttar Pradesh

At least six people were killed and dozens injured after the Rehman Baba Express derailed near Sher Shah Bridge in Multan, Pakistan. Fourteen coaches went off the tracks, prompting rescue operations and suspension of rail traffic. The cause of the accident remains under investigation

In separate travel advisories posted on X, the airlines informed passengers about the cancellations and urged them to check their flight status before leaving for the airport

Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi on Tuesday backed the need for designated protest sites after Delhi Police de-notified Jantar Mantar. She said the site was unsuitable due to its narrow lanes and proximity to sensitive buildings, and called for a clear security plan for Ramlila Maidan

Sonali Bendre recalled welcoming Michael Jackson to Mumbai in a nauvari saree during his 1996 India visit. On Kon Honar Crorepati, she said she was initially more excited about wearing the traditional attire but became his fan after watching him perform live

Greta Thunberg joined French students protesting poor school conditions, teacher shortages and overcrowded classes in Saint-Denis. The movement has spread nationwide, with thousands demanding education reforms and increased funding amid concerns over clashes, police conduct and student safety

Pope Leo XIV is due to undergo surgery at Romes Gemelli Hospital to remove a pulmonary nodule detected during routine medical checks. The Vatican expects recovery to take about a week and has cancelled audiences until October 20, ahead of his planned November trip to South America

Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke criticised the government after Delhi Police detained CJP activists Ashutosh Ranka, Saurav Das and Ajinkya Shinde. Calling opponents of flag hoisting at Jantar Mantar traitors, Dipke vowed to continue the protest until CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns

Two children, seven-year-old Saniya and Rohit, were killed in separate leopard attacks in Uttar Pradeshs Lakhimpur Kheri and Bahraich districts. Forest officials have intensified patrolling, while Rohits family received Rs 10,000 in immediate aid, with Rs 5 lakh compensation being processed

JNU dismissed Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam last week after an inquiry into sexual harassment allegations against him found him guilty, sources said

The plea challenges a standing order issued by Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar on October 11, which de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site and designated Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi as alternative venues for protests and demonstrations

The prosecution claimed that the accused persons said they would pay the complainant and his wife each month, take care of the educational expenses of their children and also construct a house for them if they agreed to convert from Hinduism to Christianity

The petitions include a contempt plea seeking action against authorities for allegedly disobeying the Supreme Court's October 8 order, as well as another plea challenging alleged detentions by the police

Team India will clash with Zimbabwe in the three-match T20I series. The first match is set to be played on October 16 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur

A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Aparesh Kumar Singh issued notices to the Maharashtra government and complainant M H Shrishrimal, seeking their responses within four weeks

One crew member from the sunken vessel was rescued, he said, without providing details on the others aboard. Rescuers evacuated all 15 crew members from the other ship, the Maltese-flagged Chelsea 3, with five receiving treatment for minor injuries, Radev said

Declaring that the movement would continue across the country, Dipke said, Jantar Mantar will now be built across the entire country. Now, the protest will happen across the entire country; the protest will happen all over Delhi. The country is no longer going to be afraid of all these actions of yours

The Supreme Court Registry has flagged 14 defects in the plea filed by Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and other INDIA bloc leaders

Journalist Richa Parashar has alleged that Rahul Gandhi grabbed her shoulder and pushed her while she was covering an INDIA bloc protest in New Delhi on October 12

The epicentre was located 32 kilometres southwest of Son, in the western province of Veraguas, at a depth of 10 kilometres. The earthquake struck at 6.20 pm local time on Monday (2320 GMT)

Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained by Delhi Police while attempting to reach Jantar Mantar. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said several team members were also detained

The measures include increased funding for the Office of the Inspector General for the NYPD and steps to strengthen accountability when officers face misconduct allegations

Describing the gathering as a historic occasion, HM Shah on Monday said the meeting underscores our shared resolve to combat terrorism, transnational organised crime, narcotics radicalisation, trafficking, illicit financial flows, and cyber threats

According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), North Koreas missile administration conducted the test on October 12 to assess improvements to an important component of its weapons technology

According to a source, a total of 301 CAPF companies had been approved for deployment in Delhi. Of these, 221 companies were cleared on October 6, while another 80 were approved on October 8. However, 28 of the additional 80 companies had not reported to Delhi Police as of Monday, the sources said

Rishabh Pant is recovering from the injury under the supervision of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Medical Team. His availability for the third match will be decided, considering his fitness levels

The FIRs have been registered at Barakhamba Road and Tilak Marg police stations, according to Delhi Police. The cases relate to alleged damage to barricades and graffiti during the Oppositions demonstration against the Election Commission of Indias ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls

In its objections notified on October 12, the Registry also sought clarification on why Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had been named as respondents in a petition filed under Article 32 of the Constitution

Trump is scheduled to attend regional summits in the Philippines and China in November, including the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Shenzhen

IMD has forecast rainfall across 23 states and union territories on October 13, with heavy showers likely in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. Overnight rain has brought cooler temperatures and relief from October heat in Delhi-NCR

On this Navratri, heartfelt salutations to Devi Chandraghanta, the goddess of courage, peace, and divine power! May her grace bring welfare to all. May everyone's life forever be filled with happiness, prosperity, and success - this is the auspicious wish, PM Modi said

Rahul Gandhi has invited INDIA bloc MPs, civil society members and student organisations for a tea meeting at his Delhi residence on October 13. The meeting will follow a joint press conference