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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said Jammu and Kashmir aims to become the first Himalayan territory to adopt a Mountain Development Policy, emphasising the need to balance environmental protection, economic growth and livelihoods. He called for practical recommendations to address climate change, glacier retreat, water scarcity, landslides and the environmental impact of tourism, while promoting sustainable infrastructure, agriculture and horticulture.

India's mutual fund equity inflow surged 30.61% to Rs 38,306.55 crore in September, with industry AUM reaching Rs 82.64 lakh crore.

The J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested Senior Assistant Irshad Ahmad Peer, posted at the Sub-Division Agriculture Office in Handwara, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 40,000 to release a pending subsidy bill under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).

The Kerala Congress unit deleted a post demanding CJI Surya Kant's resignation over his 'law and order' remark on anti-CEC protests. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju slammed the party, accusing it of targeting the judiciary and seeking to undermine India's constitutional and democratic institutions.

Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the 2026 Nobel in Economics for building models that aid economic policy decisions during booms and recessions.

Another female employee of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has been arrested after heroin, locally known as chitta, was allegedly recovered from her possession in the Miran Sahib area on the outskirts of Jammu city.

Leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Sanjay Singh and Tejashwi Yadav joined the campaign, alleging that democratic rights and electoral transparency were under threat.

The Sensex declined 547.65 points, or 0.76 per cent, to settle at 71,924.68. The Nifty fell 157.10 points, or 0.70 per cent, to close at 22,363.35.

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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.

Nana Patekar's postmortem report revealed that he died of a heart attack caused by a blood clot in the left main coronary artery. He was cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje village, Maharashtra, with several prominent personalities attending his funeral.

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.

Sharadiya Navratri began with religious fervour across Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, with large numbers of devotees visiting the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra. Elaborate security arrangements and improved facilities have been put in place to ensure a smooth pilgrimage during the nine-day festival.

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.

Q2 earnings, inflation data and crude oil prices will drive Indian markets this week as investors assess IT sector recovery, foreign selling and global risks amid volatility ahead.

Navratri begins with the worship of Maa Shailaputri, who symbolises strength, purity and stability. From performing Ghatasthapana and chanting her mantra to offering traditional bhog, devotees observe various rituals to seek her blessings.

UN Human Rights Spokesperson Thameem Al-Kheetan had on Saturday urged Indian authorities to respect the right to peaceful assembly, and said that any curbs on peaceful protests must meet strict tests of necessity and proportionality.

The Principal Sessions Court in Kishtwar has rejected the bail applications of three accused, including two Health Department employees and a community leader, in a case involving the alleged sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl, an alleged attempt to terminate her pregnancy, and her subsequent death.

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In a special Sunday sitting related to protests in Delhi against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, the Supreme Court today directed that there shall be no detention of any person except in accordance with the procedure established by law, particularly with respect to any assembly of peaceful and unarmed persons beyond the area where Section 163 BNSS prohibitory orders are in operation.

According to reports, Delhi Police personnel reached Rathee's residence in Sector 56 on Saturday morning and took him into custody ahead of the planned demonstration. The CJP alleged in a post on X that around 50 police personnel in plain clothes arrived at his home at approximately 8 am.

An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 and injured 309 as Saudi Arabia and Houthis exchanged strikes.

On Sunday, Vijay is scheduled to accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the inauguration of a Chennai Metro corridor between Porur and Poonamallee.

An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh reportedly killed 12 people and injured 309 others, according to Saudi aviation authorities cited by Xinhua. Airport operations were temporarily suspended. The incident came amid escalating Saudi-Houthi hostilities, with fresh strikes reported across Yemen.

The court imposed a condition that they must not breach the peace for one year. The leaders were detained ahead of the party's planned Jantar Mantar protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Social media influencer Mr Faisu, aka Faisal Shaikh, has married Nikhat, aka Tanya, in a nikah ceremony in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The actor was reportedly linked to Jannat Zubair and is among the wealthiest personalities in the TV industry, with an estimated net worth of Rs 41 crore.

Nushrratt Bharuccha shared her first social media post after suffering an injury in Bali and being airlifted to Mumbai. The actress offered fans a glimpse of her recovery, sharing a picture of a reclining wheelchair alongside a beautiful sunset view from her room.

Actor Imran Khan was reportedly held on Saturday amid a CJP protest in Delhi seeking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's exit over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. Several people were detained during the planned Jantar Mantar rally, reports said.

Climate activist and Leh Apex Body leader Sonam Wangchuk has criticised the arrest of three CJP leaders in Delhi, describing the situation as an undeclared emergency. He warned that he would consider an indefinite fast or a padyatra if the leaders were not released by the following day. Wangchuk had earlier announced that he would skip the CJP's October 10 protest at Jantar Mantar due to preparations for the approaching winter in Ladakh.

Elon Musk intensified his criticism of Mukesh Ambani by sharing reports about a Reliance-funded firm's alleged role in boosting BJP campaigns and a Reliance-linked company's political donations. The posts come amid a dispute over Starlink's delayed commercial launch in India

Delhi Police deployed body-worn cameras capable of recording in darkness ahead of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The move comes days after the Delhi High Court declined to mandate continuous camera use by police and RAF personnel.

Delhi Police deployed body-worn cameras capable of recording in darkness ahead of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The move comes days after the Delhi High Court declined to mandate continuous camera use by police and RAF personnel.

Police have denied permission for the demonstration, prompting authorities to step up security measures to maintain law and order. Meanwhile, internet services have been suspended for 24 hours within a 4-km radius of the JanpathKartavya Path crossing as a precautionary measure.

Netflix may cut around 5 per cent of its workforce, potentially affecting about 800 employees, as early as next week, according to a report. The move comes amid a wider wave of layoffs involving Oracle, Amazon, Meta, as companies restructure operations, control costs and increase investments in AI.

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered a major police reshuffle involving 100 IPS and JKPS officers ahead of the Darbar Move to Jammu. The transfers cover senior-level appointments, district SSPs, traffic police, armed police formations, intelligence units and specialised wings, with immediate effect.

E-commerce deliveries across transport modes will attract a proposed 5 per cent GST without input tax credit, according to government sources. GST Council's recommendations seek to standardise tax treatment for deliveries linked to online orders and withdraw certain exemptions for goods transport agencies.

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticised the BJP-led NDA government over the suspension of mobile internet services in Delhi, saying the Kashmir model of restrictions has reached the national capital.

The 57th GST Council approved reforms to ease registration, expedite refunds, and simplify dispute resolution for taxpayers.

Reliance Jio Chairman Akash Ambani declined to comment on Elon Musk's allegation that unnamed oligarchs were attempting to block Starlink's entry into India, saying the company was focused on delivering value to Indian consumers.

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The allegations relate to Wednesday's protest by INDIA bloc MPs, who were stopped by police while attempting to march towards Jantar Mantar. The opposition leaders were protesting alleged vote chori and demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Tej Pratap Yadav opened up about his troubled marriage with estranged wife Aishwarya Rai on Rise And Fall season 2. He claimed to have seen her chatting with her former boyfriend. He also spoke about the emotional impact of their marital disputes and his ongoing divorce battle.