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According to a standing order issued by Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, had constituted a committee to examine alternative proper venues for citizens' right to organise protests/demonstrations in place of the existing designated site.

Kerala Assembly calls for restoring voting rights to eligible citizens and reforming the selection panel for Election Commissioners to include the Prime Minister, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Chief Justice of India.

Amitabh Bachchan was trolled on social media after a viral video showed him ignoring young fans who tried to breach security to shake hands with him during his 84th birthday celebrations. While some users criticised the actor for not acknowledging the female fan's request, others defended him.

Brent crude is projected to reach $90 a barrel in December 2026 due to supply concerns from the West Asia conflict.

The CJI reportedly said the Supreme Court's doors are open to everyone but advised the leaders to approach the court through the established judicial process, as related matters are already pending. Meanwhile, the Opposition planned a march towards the Supreme Court to press its demands.

24-carat gold was priced at Rs 1,51,720 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold stood at Rs 1,39,077. Silver was quoted at Rs 2,26,140 per kg. International gold prices edged higher amid a weaker US dollar and easing crude oil prices, while investors awaited key US inflation data for further cues on interest rates.

As of Monday, October 12, 2026, the Indian rupee opened at 95.76 against US $1, strengthening by nearly 1% after the RBI announced measures to support the currency. The latest reported trading levels were around 95.85 per dollar. Rates fluctuate throughout the day

A bright flash and apparent roof collapse are visible. At least 13 people reportedly died and over 380 were injured. The Houthis claimed responsibility, while subsequent attacks prompted aviation warnings and remote schooling in Riyadh

Sensex opened 299 points higher and Nifty reached 22,593 as oil eased supported sentiment. Analysts noted foreign selling and bond yields, with 22,575 a key closing level to watch.

The police initiated preventive action against the leaders under Sections 126 and 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), relating to security for keeping the peace and preventing the commission of cognisable offences.

Navratri is a time for devotion to Goddess Durga, prayer, self-discipline and reflection. While avoiding non-vegetarian food, onion and garlic, and certain other activities is customary for many devotees, the specific rules differ across communities and households.