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The Delhi Traffic Police is planning stricter vehicle entry restrictions, diversion of non-compliant buses at city borders and a dedicated WhatsApp group for real-time coordination to tackle air pollution.

A magnitude 7 earthquake struck Baqen County in Tibet, killing at least 16 people and injuring 65, including 11 seriously. More than 330 houses were damaged or destroyed. Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered urgent search and rescue operations as emergency supplies reached the affected areas.

SBI has informed customers whose personal information was identified in a suspected data leak through email and WhatsApp. The bank said affected customers' account balances and funds remain safe. Of approximately 3.75 lakh records examined on the dark web, 3,897 contained personally identifiable information

The Sensex ended 125.56 points, or 0.17 per cent, lower at 73,123.83, while the Nifty declined 87.65 points, or 0.39 per cent, to close at 22,600.00.

AISA chief Neha Bora denied inciting violence over the CJP protest in the Delhi High Court, as the Centre accused her of repeated violations and opposed her claims on regime change. Bora challenged a notice demanding a Rs 10,000 bond to maintain peace, with the court reserving its order for Friday.

Sensex gains over 370 points and Nifty crosses 22,700 as IT stocks rally. Rising crude oil prices remain a concern, while Jio IPO-related liquidity could support markets next week.

Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp decline on October 23, ahead of Diwali, with silver hitting a seven-month low and gold falling to a two-month low amid rising crude oil prices, inflation concerns and expectations of higher US interest rates.

The next round of talks between the Union Ministry of Home Affairs and agitating groups in Ladakh, scheduled for October 22, could not take place as the Ladakhi representatives said they had not received an invitation.

Instagram's Rings programme highlights Meta's efforts to retain creators amid growing competition from YouTube in India's influencer economy. Launched in October 2025, the initiative recognises creators for their originality and cultural impact, with Indian creator Dolly Singh among the 25 global recipients.

Ranveer Singh flaunted two Apple iPhone Duo devices, worth nearly Rs 6 lakh, on his Instagram Story and shared an unboxing video of the foldable smartphone in matte black. Fans speculated that one device could be for his wife, Deepika Padukone.

The BJP has identified potential constituencies in the Kashmir Valley to focus on ahead of the 2029 Assembly elections, outgoing party general secretary Ashok Koul said. Despite winning 29 seats in the Jammu region in 2024, the party failed to open its account in the Valley.

FSSAI has issued notices to Nestl India and Zydus Wellness over claims on packaging and advertisements for infant nutrition products and Complan. The regulator questioned the claim that NAN Excella Pro Stage 1 supports the normal immune system.

Messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal will have to remain linked to the SIM card used to register an account under the government's new SIM-binding rules. The compliance deadline is December 31, with the requirements expected to take effect from January 1.

India condemned attacks on Saudi Arabia that killed one Indian national and injured three others, expressing condolences and calling for an immediate halt to strikes on civilian and critical infrastructure.

Apple Music has introduced a new black-and-white logo and refreshed visual identity created using sound vibrations and mineral oil. The project involved British music producer Fred again and NEST Acoustics, with the team experimenting for several months to transform musical notes into rippling visuals.

Salman Khan attended the IIFA press conference in Mumbai amid heavy security following the firing incident involving Tiger Shroff. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Police have tightened security outside his Bandra residence, deploying armed personnel and restricting movement.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has expressed support for her son, photographer Raihan Vadra, after more than 70 photographs were reportedly removed from his exhibition, No Idea Is Final, at Delhi's Bikaner House. Raihan alleged that the photographs were removed despite his cooperation and without a clear explanation.

The Sensex declined 460.30 points, or 0.62 per cent, to close at 73,249.39, while the Nifty fell 123.70 points, or 0.54 per cent, to settle at 22,687.65.

US President Donald Trump has claimed Google CEO Sundar Pichai rejected his idea of renaming the Atlantic Ocean, citing its international nature. Trump said he planned to rename the Atlantic Ocean after himself or America.

Sonia Gandhi made her Instagram debut on Thursday, unveiling the first look of her upcoming memoir, Belonging. Her first post featured a video of her receiving copies of the book and sharing sweets with her daughter, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Published globally by Alfred

Noted economist Parakala Prabhakar will share the stage with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke and actor-activist Prakash Raj in a nationwide protest against the SIR exercise on October 23.

External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar raising a champagne toast to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the 'Freedom 250' reception at the Jio World Convention Centre at Bandra-Kurla Complex here on Tuesday without sipping the bubbly has sparked a debate among event attendees.

Shooters accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case allegedly conducted a recce of Ranbir Kapoor's Krishna Raj bungalow in Mumbai, raising concerns about the safety of Bollywood celebrities.

ICICI Bank will increase select savings account cash transaction charges from December 1, 2026, while retaining free monthly limits. Customers exceeding these limits will pay more.

While the Constitution permits reasonable restrictions to maintain public order, relocating demonstrations farther from Parliament and other centres of power could weaken citizens' ability to hold elected representatives accountable.

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Das and Ranka have approached the Delhi High Court challenging the rejection of their sureties and the extension of their custody. They have questioned the grounds for their continued detention and argued that the decision infringes their fundamental right to personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution.

Jammu Police recovered 804 grams of heroin and 1.114 kilograms of opium suspected to have been smuggled across the international border using Pakistani drones in the Arnia sector of Jammu. The recovery was made under Operation Sanjeevani during an investigation into a narcotics case registered on October 20.

The blast took place on the Jermiah Road in Bengaluru. The two workers who were injured were identified as Allauddin and Suraj. They have been admitted to a hospital.

Hours after their release, CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka shared a video of themselves holding the Indian national flag and raising the slogan Gyaanu Must Go. They reiterated their demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

Mumbai's air quality has deteriorated in October, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 166, placing it among the world's most polluted cities, according to an IQAir ranking reported on October 21, 2026. Delhi, meanwhile, recorded an AQI of 208 on IQAir at 10:30 am the same day.

Ratna Singh, legal head of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), sparked dating rumors with co-convener Saurav Das after posting a photo calling him their Badshah boy. Singh praised Saurav, recently released from a seven-day judicial custody, for his commitment to India. Neither has confirmed the rumors.

Sensex falls over 525 points and Nifty slips below 22,600 as rising crude oil prices, high US bond yields and profit booking trigger selling across Indian stock markets in early trade.

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Ladakh has announced Panchayat elections for November 21, the first since the Union Territory was carved out of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir state in 2019. Meanwhile, the administration has increased the number of Autonomous Hill Development Council constituencies from 52 to 100, paving the way for separate councils in all eight districts, including the newly created Sankoo district.

Soha Ali Khan performed Kanya Pujan with her daughter and attended the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal, where she performed Dhunuchi Naach. Seema Sajdeh, Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Neelam Kothari also attended the celebrations and sought Maa Durga's blessings.

Bollywood actors were also on the target list of shooters allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Salman Khan was reportedly the original target, but the attackers allegedly shifted their focus to Tiger due to tight security around Salman. Tiger

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The order from the Special Executive Magistrate came hours after the two withdrew their Delhi High Court petition challenging the extension of their custody. The two had been in custody following an attempt to hold a Tiranga protest at Jantar Mantar on October 14 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.