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National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah has vowed to intensify the struggle for the restoration of Article 370 and statehood for J&K, accusing the Central Government of failing to honour its promises. Addressing party workers in Baramulla, he called for unity, questioned the questioning of Kashmiris' patriotism, criticised the BJP and the PDP, and urged youth to rise above religious and sectarian differences.

The agitation centres on demands for the restoration of the students' union and an election schedule for 2026-27. The university has condemned the graffiti and said it is attempting to identify those responsible, while students continue to press for their demands.

Gold prices declined marginally on October 24, 2026, offering some relief to jewellery buyers. Tanishq's 22K gold rate stood at 13,110 per gram, while Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Joyalukkas listed the rate at 13,070 per gram.

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested six people, including four women, for their alleged involvement in a suspected terror-financing and separatist propaganda network in Bandipora district. The investigation has reportedly uncovered links with a Pakistan-based handler, alleged cross-border funding, and the involvement of a cleric and two suspected couriers who remain at large.

Sharad Purnima will be observed on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The Purnima tithi begins on the morning of October 25 and ends on the morning of October 26. Although the lunar date extends across two days, the night of October 25 is considered important for the festival's moon-related rituals.

The latest Koffee With Karan 9 promo teases a candid conversation between Karan Johar, Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan. Varun reveals that Karan had stopped talking to both actors, while the filmmaker admits to feeling hurt.

He has criticised the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, calling it a loodless political genocide of citizenship and expressing concern that eligible voters could lose their voting rights. The People Against SIR alliance is demanding that the exercise be scrapped and deleted voters' names be restored.

Sonia Gandhi recalls meeting former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi at Cambridge's Varsity Restaurant in England, where a mutual friend introduced them during their student days. In a preview of her upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, she shares how his gentle personality attracted her instantly.

The warning follows US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack's statement that American strikes could take place as early as this weekend. Trump initially said he was unaware of any immediate strike plan before warning of another little Epic Fury at a campaign rally in Florida.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has indicated that the long-awaited Cabinet reshuffle and expansion is likely next week, asserting that the names of new ministers have already been finalised. The exercise could fill three vacancies in the nine-member Council of Ministers, with regional representation and the Congress's possible induction among the key political considerations.

The agreement aims to allow humanitarian aid deliveries and civilian evacuations from the Russian-controlled Ukrainian city, where around 1,700 to 2,000 residents remain amid severe shortages of food, medicines, and essential supplies.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spoke to Daler Mehndi on Friday following the controversy involving minister Subodh Uniyal at a cultural event. Dhami said the state respects artists and wants to move forward with harmony and positivity.

Gold and silver prices fell for the third consecutive session on October 23, 2026. Gold of 99.9% purity declined by Rs 1,900 to Rs 1,46,100 per 10 grams, while silver dropped Rs 5,500 to Rs 2,02,000 per kg.

The statement followed ITBP chief Shatrujeet Singh Kapur's remarks about ongoing face-offs with Chinese troops at multiple locations in Arunachal Pradesh. MEA stressed that both countries continue diplomatic and military engagement to resolve outstanding issues and maintain peace along the LAC

An FIR has been registered against unidentified persons after two posters questioning the government's performance and featuring a QR code were found inside a Delhi Metro train on the Airport Express Line. Police seized the posters, and the special cell has joined the investigation.

Filmmaker Kunal Kohli appealed to Mumbai Police over alleged drug use and sales at the Carter Road skateboard park in Bandra. He claimed people were creating a mess and sometimes sleeping without clothes at the spot, where children gather every morning.

Mumbai Crime Branch recovered two firearms and 10 cartridges from Surat on Friday in connection with the October 18 firing involving Tiger Shroff in Juhu. Police arrested three more Haryana residents, taking total arrests to 10.

Malaika Arora turned 53 and celebrated her birthday with the paparazzi, looking stunning in a sexy white outfit. Kareena Kapoor Khan and Amrita Arora wished the actress on her special day with heartfelt messages and throwback pictures, celebrating their close bond.

Mumbai Police are investigating a bomb threat email that reportedly named Amitabh Bachchan's residence, Jalsa, and Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming concert at Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The development comes days after shots were fired at Tiger Shroff's car in Mumba

A 27-year-old man has been detained by Udhampur Police for allegedly setting his stepmother, Sushma Devi, ablaze after pouring diesel on her at their residence in Housing Colony. She suffered 80 per cent burn injuries and later succumbed at GMC Jammu. A suspected family property dispute is being examined as investigators probe the case.

Ananya Panday shared a picture with Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna's son, Aarav Bhatia, from London. The picture, featuring the two sharing a light-hearted moment. While some netizens began shipping the duo, neither Ananya nor Aarav has confirmed any romantic relationship.

Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, sold out on Blinkit within five minutes of its 8:15 am launch in Delhi-NCR on October 23. Priced at Rs 2,99,900 for the 256GB model, the smartphone features a 7.6-inch inner display, a 5.4-inch outer display and an A20 Pro chip.

The JAAC is preparing to resume its agitation in PoJK from October 24 over unresolved demands concerning electricity tariffs, wheat flour prices, civil liberties, political representation, and alleged human rights violations. With plans for rallies, sit-ins and road blockades, the renewed mobilisation is likely to intensify pressure on Pakistan's authorities amid growing public frustration.

A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck Bengaluru Rural at 9:01 am on October 23, 2026, with its epicentre near Timmojanahalli village in Doddaballapur taluk. Authorities said the tremor was mild and there was no need to panic. The precise geological cause has not been confirmed.

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Ananya Panday shared a picture with Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna's son, Aarav Bhatia, from London. The picture shows the two sharing a light-hearted moment.

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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.