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Mixed reactions as Nidal Hasan's December 3 firing squad execution faces public livestreaming
Vice President JD Vance, Representative Austin Scott, and Senator Mark Kelly expressed mixed reactions to the planned December 3 execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad at Fort Hood, Texas. While Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth supported the public livestreaming, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Archbishop Paul Coakley, and Amnesty International's Justin Mazzola condemned it.
Pune IT engineer dies of electric shock from malfunctioning hot water bag
Rohan Kubadi, a 30-year-old unmarried IT engineer, died of an electric shock while sleeping with a malfunctioning hot water bag under his neck. The incident occurred in Somnath Nagar, Wadgaon Sheri, Pune. After failing to answer calls, the landlord found his body two days later. Chandannagar police were alerted following preliminary findings regarding the electrical malfunction.
Zelensky slams Trump's "unworthy" and "weak" decision to accept Russian oil
Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine criticized Donald Trump on Friday for an "unworthy" and "weak" decision to accept Russian oil to ease United States shortages. This follows a report that Vladimir Putin agreed to supply diesel fuel to the US and world markets. These comments occurred as Ukrainian negotiators prepared to meet US envoys in the United States on Friday and Saturday.
Trump supports firing squad for Nidal Hasan, says he does not care how
Donald Trump stated on Friday that no decision has been made regarding whether to publicly broadcast the December 3 execution of Nidal Hasan. While officials determine the livestreaming status, Trump expressed support for carrying out the death penalty by firing squad. He stated he does not care how the military base shooter goes as long as he is killed.
Akash Ambani met global financial honchos in Hong Kong, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, London
Akash Ambani met global financial honchos in Hong Kong, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, London, and New York over four weeks to discuss a Jio Platforms Limited IPO. Seeking a $114 billion (Rs 11 Lakh Crore) valuation, he faced investor questions regarding premiums over Bharti Airtel Ltd. His team included Pankaj Pawar, Saurabh Sancheti, and Anshuman Thakur.
SC rules against complete Delhi Metro prohibition to balance safety with commuter rights
The Supreme Court heard the Centre and CPI(M) General Secretary MA Baby regarding security for a Cockroach Janta Party protest. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta alleged 200 personnel were injured in July and a policewoman was almost molested during a Congress agitation. The court ruled against complete prohibition of the Delhi Metro, ordering authorities to balance safety with commuter rights.
Passenger arrested at Delhi airport with 12.85 kg ganja worth Rs 4.5 crore
Customs officials arrested an Indian passenger at Indira Gandhi International Airport on October 6 after seizing 12.85 kg of suspected ganja worth about Rs 4.5 crore from a metallic silver trolley bag. The passenger arrived from Bangkok at Terminal 3 and was intercepted based on profiling. He was arrested under Section 43(B) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.
Putin agrees to release over 300,000 Tons of diesel fuel immediately
Donald Trump announced on Friday that Vladimir Putin agreed to release over 300,000 Tons of diesel fuel immediately, with another 500,000 Tons in November and 1,000,000 Tons thereafter. The US Treasury Department issued a license through April 2027. This move aims to cool energy costs before midterm elections while US, Ukrainian, and European officials meet in Miami.
OpenAI refuted claims by Mikita Balesni, Tomek Korbak, and Jasmine Wang
OpenAI refuted claims by Mikita Balesni, Tomek Korbak, and Jasmine Wang, who alleged they were fired for raising safety concerns. The company stated an internal probe uncovered a "significant breach of trust." The researchers expressed worry regarding shifting norms and urged continued independent audits. In September, Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk called for a slowdown while Jensen Huang and Mark Zuckerberg disagreed.
ECI caps voter deletion requests at 10 after Karnataka bulk filing controversy
The Election Commission of India capped individual voter deletion requests at 10 during claims and objections periods and 5 monthly during continuous updation. This follows controversy in Karnataka, where DK Shivakumar accused BJP-linked individuals of bulk filing Form 7 applications to remove eligible voters. The commission also directed officials to verify identities and initiate action under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.
Karong Onkholer files criminal defamation complaint against Mary Kom over alleged false interview remarks
Karong Onkholer filed a criminal defamation complaint against Mary Kom on October 6 in a Delhi court before Judicial Magistrate First Class Shivam Gupta. Onkholer alleges Kom made false remarks during a January 11 television interview following their December 20, 2023, divorce. He claims she falsely accused him of cheating and financial dependency. The court will hear pre-summoning evidence on November 19.
ICE agents shot 28-year-old Oscar Belgal in the neck in New York
Marcos Charles, a senior Immigration and Customs Enforcement official, stated on Friday that agents shot 28-year-old Oscar Belgal in the neck Thursday in New York. Markwayne Mullin, US Homeland Security Secretary, joined him to criticize New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. ICE issued a detainer for Belgal, who allegedly runs with a gang. ICE requested over 14,000 detainers in New York.
Hasirani Rath wins Nandigram by-election with 1,64,227 votes against Milan Pradhan's 41,674
Hasirani Rath won the Nandigram by-election with 1,64,227 votes against Milan Pradhan's 41,674, a margin of 1,22,753. In Rejinagar, Shankharavh Sarkar won by 75,748 votes. Suvendu Adhikari claimed minority voters supported the BJP due to development. The Trinamool Congress called results a farce, while AJUP chief Humayun Kabir announced he would leave politics.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court bench of Justices Anand Pathak and Vinay Saraf struck
The Madhya Pradesh High Court bench of Justices Anand Pathak and Vinay Saraf struck down the 27 per cent OBC reservation, reverting it to 14 per cent. The court ordered recruitment agencies like the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission to fill 13 per cent unreserved posts within three months. Kamal Nath, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and Mohan Yadav were involved in the litigation's history.
Omani co-pilot allegedly planned to crash flydubai flight into Tel Aviv passenger terminal
Hamad al-Hammami, a 29-year-old Omani co-pilot, allegedly planned to crash flydubai flight FZ1073 into the passenger terminal at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv on September 30. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi stated the suspect attacked captain Smit Machchhar with an emergency axe. Passengers and crew rescued the captain, diverting the plane to Tabuk Airport. The suspect confessed he acted alone.
Ukraine hits 3 Russian missile facilities; 1 serviceman dies in Nizhny Novgorod region
Ukraine's General Staff reported hitting three Russian missile production facilities overnight, including a component factory in Tver region and an intercontinental ballistic missiles disassembly center in Nizhny Novgorod region. The strikes aimed to degrade Russia's ability to source explosives and rocket fuel. One serviceman died in Nizhny Novgorod region, while a fire at a plant in Redkino was extinguished.
Magnitude-7.7 earthquake strikes Panama; US Tsunami Warning System warns of hazardous waves
A magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday at 1756 GMT, with an epicenter 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) from Pitaloza Arriba. The USGS reported the quake was initially magnitude 8 at a shallow depth of 12 kilometres. People were evacuated from Panama City, while the US Tsunami Warning System warned of hazardous waves hitting coastlines from Mexico to Peru within three hours.
AJUP chief Humayun Kabir to live in Dubai after building Babri Masjid model
Humayun Kabir, AJUP chief, announced he will live in Dubai with a 10-year golden visa after completing a mosque modeled on the Babri Masjid by December 6, 2028. Following his son's defeat to BJP candidate Shankharavh Sarkar by 75,816 votes in Rejinagar, Kabir accused Suvendu Adhikari and Murshidabad police of ensuring the victory.
Delhi Police to deploy 20,000 personnel as Cockroach Janta Party plans Jantar Mantar protest
The Cockroach Janta Party and founder Abhijeet Dipke plan to protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar. The Delhi Police will deploy over 20,000 personnel, including 6,500 in a 1.5 km sensitive zone. Authorities cancelled over 250 trains, closed 45 metro stations, and suspended internet for 24 hours starting Friday at 10 pm.
The Gauhati High Court granted bail to Amritprabha Mahanta, a co-singer of Zubeen Garg
The Gauhati High Court granted bail to Amritprabha Mahanta, a co-singer of Zubeen Garg, on a bond of Rs 50,000. She faced six charges, including murder under Section 103(1), criminal conspiracy under Section 61(2), and causing disappearance of evidence under Section 238 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Garg died in Singapore on September 19, 2025. Senior Advocate Ziaul Kamar stated formalities remain pending.
Netanyahu office calls Nobel winner Navi Pillay a "bigot" for genocide claims
The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Navi Pillay, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, a "bigot" on October 9, 2026. The statement criticized her for claiming Israel committed genocide in Gaza and accused her of propagating blood libels. It also linked her to Karim Khan, who was accused by ICC employees of sexual misconduct while building a case against Israel.
Delhi Police issues 200 Sahyog orders to remove content targeting Narendra Modi
The Delhi Police cybercrime monitoring department issued at least 200 orders via the Sahyog app to remove social media content linked to protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. These orders, five times the usual weekly average of 40, target threats to public order and criticism of Narendra Modi. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) plans a protest on October 10.
Rahul Gandhi and 150 INDIA bloc leaders demand Chief Election Commissioner's resignation
Rahul Gandhi led Opposition MPs and nearly 150 INDIA bloc leaders to meet President Droupadi Murmu on Friday. They submitted a memorandum seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Delhi Police suspended mobile internet near Janpath-Kartavya Path for 24 hours starting 10 pm on 09/10/2026. Over 20,000 security personnel will be deployed as Cockroach Janata Party plans protests.
UP family leaves 8-year-old son at dhaba while traveling to Naina Devi temple
A family from Uttar Pradesh traveling to the Naina Devi temple from the Jwalamukhi temple in Kangra district left their 8-year-old son at a dhaba in the Dhusada area of Una district. After the parents departed in a tempo trailer, police contacted them while they were preparing prayers. The child was reunited with his parents at a police station.
INDIA bloc demands Gyanesh Kumar's resignation and return to paper ballots over "vote chori"
On October 9, 2026, an INDIA bloc delegation including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Mamata Banerjee, Omar Abdullah, Supriya Sule, Rajeev Rai, Manoj Jha, Thol Thirumavalavan, MA Baby, and D Raja met President Droupadi Murmu. They demanded Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, repeal of 2023 law, restoration of 13.30 crore voters, and a return to paper ballots over alleged "vote chori".
Congress and student groups demand resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Between September 26 and October 5, ACLED recorded 60 protests across India regarding election issues, women's safety, and campus concerns. Congress, affiliated student groups, and others demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protests peaked on September 28 with 20 demonstrations. Notable events included protests at Lovely Professional University and Lady Shri Ram College regarding alleged sexual violence.
India's MEA objects to JD Vance calling foreign workers "indentured servants"
Shobhit Mathur, co-founder of Rishihood University, spoke to NDTV's Aditya Raj Kaul regarding the Trump administration’s suspension of Permanent Labour Certification for eight technology companies. Mathur argued that Indian professionals on H-1B visas helped build Amazon Web Services. On October 9, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) objected to JD Vance calling foreign workers "indentured servants."
Rahul Gandhi slams MP government over malnutrition deaths and vacant health posts
Rahul Gandhi accused the Madhya Pradesh government of governance failure after visiting Balaghat, where children died from malnutrition and disease. The National Joint Outbreak Response Team report revealed vacant posts for District Epidemiologist and Microbiologist, an ASHA worker vacancy for over a year, and inaccurate nutrition records. Despite Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Rajendra Shukla claiming progress, the report identified serious health system weaknesses.
Prabhakar Shinde questions Rs 8 crore road-washing project in Mumbai amid Maharashtra drought
An inter-ministerial central team led by Muktanand Agrawal arrived in Maharashtra to assess a severe drought. The Water Supply and Sanitation Department reported 611 tankers serving 517 villages and 2,147 settlements across 10 districts. G Srikant briefed the panel on rainfall deficits. Meanwhile, Prabhakar Shinde questioned a Rs 8 crore road-washing project in Mumbai, while Beed police cracked down on illegal water theft.
JNU committee finds Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam guilty of harassing 11 students
An internal committee at Jawaharlal Nehru University found Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, a Congress MP, guilty of sexual harassment against at least 11 students. The panel confirmed nine allegations involving sexually suggestive questions, physical contact, and showing the movie "Lust Stories." The committee recommended he be sacked for creating a hostile environment and crossing professional boundaries during vivas and classes.
Iranian President warns sanctions affect regional trade and energy at CIS summit
Masoud Pezeshkian, Iranian President, stated at a Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) summit in Turkmenistan on Friday that peace negotiations require mutual respect without pressure. He warned sanctions affect regional trade and energy. Since the war began in late February, talks with the United States failed. The United States and Israel claim the war prevents Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Father alleges murder of 17-year-old student found hanging at classmate's house
On Thursday night in Shiv Shakti Enclave, a 17-year-old student named Arjun was found hanging at a classmate's house. His father, Bhushan, alleged the girl's family murdered him, while they claimed he committed suicide after harassing their daughter. A crowd allegedly vandalised the house and injured two police personnel. Inspector Rakesh Kumar of Kheri Pul police station is investigating.
Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize; Donald Trump calls her a "hater"
Jorgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Nobel Committee, announced in Oslo, Norway, that 85-year-old South African jurist Navi Pillay won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting peace and international law. The award is worth 12 million Swedish crowns or 1.2 million US dollars. Donald Trump criticized her on Truth Social, calling her a "hater" who demeaned the prize.
Delhi Police suspends mobile internet for 24 hours amid CJP protest against Gyanesh Kumar
The Delhi Police ordered a 24-hour mobile internet suspension within a 4-km radius of the Janpath-Kartavya Path crossing from 10 pm on 09/10/2026 to 2200 Hrs. of 10/10/2026 due to a Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest against Gyanesh Kumar. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, questioned the government's closure of 57 metro stations and over 60 trains.
Trump administration imposes sweeping sanctions on ICC as Marco Rubio calls it "rogue court"
On Friday, the Trump administration imposed sweeping sanctions on the International Criminal Court, which Secretary of State Marco Rubio called a "rogue court." The US accused the ICC of attempting to illegally prosecute Israelis and Americans. The sanctions block assets in US jurisdictions and set a six-month timeline for business wind-down. Navi Pillay won the Nobel Peace Prize hours earlier.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim striking NV Sunshine for using "illegal route"
On Friday, Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed they struck the NatWit owned LPG carrier NV Sunshine for using an "illegal route" south of the Strait of Hormuz. Simultaneously, UKMTO and Vanguard reported a projectile hit caused a fire aboard the Panama-flagged tanker GEM NO.2 13 nautical miles (24 kilometres) off UAE's Al Jazeera Al Hamra.
Rahul Gandhi leads INDIA bloc to demand Gyanesh Kumar resign as Chief Election Commissioner
Rahul Gandhi led the INDIA bloc and 150 MPs to meet President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi to demand Gyanesh Kumar resign as Chief Election Commissioner. They submitted a memorandum demanding the repeal of the 2023 law, restoration of 13.3 crore voters, and paper ballots. Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of fear, while JP Nadda dismissed the opposition's claims.
Airtel Money debuts on London Stock Exchange, raising 529 million pounds in shares
Airtel Money, the mobile payments arm of Airtel Africa, debuted on the London Stock Exchange on Friday. The firm raised around 529 million pounds (Rs 5,820 crore) by selling 270 million shares at 1.96 pounds each, valuing Airtel Mobile Commerce NV at approximately 5.3 billion pounds. Shareholders Qatar Investment Authority and TPG Inc. sold shares. Founder Sunil Bharti Mittal welcomed the listing.
Japan plans to invest 10 trillion yen in India over next 10 years
Japan plans to invest 10 trillion yen (around $100 billion) in India over the next 10 years. Between 2000 and 2025, Japan invested around $48 billion in India, compared to $98 billion in China. Representatives from Mitsui, Sumitomo Corporation, and Kikkoman discussed manufacturing, energy security, and co-creation. The panel noted 1,460 Japanese companies currently operate in India.
Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport kill three including a Saudia Airlines captain
Saudi Arabia reported that three people, including a pilot, died during Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Thursday. The Saudia Airlines captain was confirmed dead. The Saudi civil aviation authority and civil defence agency noted flight delays and damage to a kindergarten and medical complex. Yahya Saree claimed missiles hit targets in Najran and Khamis Mushait.
10 Rajya Sabha candidates from Uttar Pradesh declared elected unopposed on Friday
Ajit Verma, the Returning Officer and Special Secretary of UP Vidhan Sabha, announced that 10 Rajya Sabha candidates from Uttar Pradesh were declared elected unopposed on Friday. The group includes eight from the Bharatiya Janata Party and two from the Samajwadi Party. Terms end on November 25. Representatives for Ram Gopal Yadav and Radhakant Ojha collected certificates, while Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani has not.
Hasi Rani Rath wins Nandigram bypoll over 1.22 lakh votes, highest since 1967
Hasi Rani Rath won the Nandigram bypoll for the BJP, defeating Milan Pradhan of the Congress by over 1.22 lakh votes, the highest margin since 1967. In Rejinagar, Shankharavh Sarkar won by over 75,000 votes against Golam Nabi Azad. Suvendu Adhikari vacated Nandigram after winning Bhabanipur. Other candidates included Ehteshmul Haque and Sanchita Pradhan Dey.
Navanethem "Navi" Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for defending Nelson Mandela
On Friday, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced 85-year-old Navanethem "Navi" Pillay as the winner of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The South African jurist was honored for defending Nelson Mandela against apartheid and serving as an International Criminal Court judge. Her grandparents were among 150,000 Indian indentured servants sent to Natal in the 1890s.
Nobel Committee names Navanthem 'Navi' Pillay as 2026 laureate for promoting peace
The Nobel Committee in Norway named 85-year-old Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay as the 2026 laureate for promoting peace and international law. Shehbaz Sharif claimed he nominated Donald Trump, who asserted he received the prize indirectly from Maria Corina Machado. The prize, worth 12 million Swedish crowns, will be presented in Oslo on December 10.
KSRTC bus hits tipper truck near Sankeshwar, killing driver and injuring 12 passengers
A KSRTC bus collided with a tipper truck on National Highway 48 near Sankeshwar, killing the driver and injuring 12 passengers. Separately, a private sleeper bus caught fire due to a short circuit at 5:45 AM near Mumbalu village, destroying 80% of the vehicle while two passengers escaped. Additionally, a training aircraft made an emergency landing in a Kalaburagi Toor crop field on Tuesday at 5.40 pm.
Trump administration suspends Infosys, TCS, Cognizant, Wipro and HCL from PERM program
On Thursday, the Trump administration suspended Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Cognizant, Wipro, and HCL from the PERM program. The Labour Department also suspended Microsoft, Capgemini, and Adobe. US Labour Secretary Keith Sonderling cited 3 million foreign worker requests since 2009. Vice President JD Vance alleged Microsoft laid off 6,000 Americans in 2025 while filing 3,682 PERM applications.
Anil Kumar, 36, dies after falling from Ace Divino Society's 12th floor
On Friday, Anil Kumar, 36, son of Santosh Kumar from Prithvipur village, died after falling from the 12th floor of Ace Divino Society in Greater Noida West. His family told police he struggled with depression. This follows Sambhav Jain, 29, who jumped from the 43rd floor of Supernova building on October 3. A first-year MCA student also died last month in Sector Alpha-2.
Nana Patekar transitioned from intense, abrasive characters to a comic icon across generations
Amit Chaturvedi, Senior Executive Editor at NDTV, reflects on the legacy and range of actor Nana Patekar. He highlights roles in 'Prahaar' (1991), 'Parinda' (1989), 'Krantiveer' (1994), 'Khamoshi: The Musical' (1996), and 'Welcome' (2007). Chaturvedi notes how Patekar transitioned from intense, abrasive characters to a comic icon, maintaining a unique individuality across different generations of audiences.
Newlywed couple's bodies found in Tapi River with legs tied by iron chain
Police in Dhule district, Maharashtra, recovered the bodies of newlywed couple Shyam Hari Patil and Sapna Patil from the bottom of the Tapi River in the Savalde area. The victims, originally from Amalner taluka in Jalgaon district, had their legs tied with an iron chain secured by a padlock. Officials are currently investigating whether the deaths were suicide or murder.
Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize after UN commission found Gaza genocide
Navi Pillay, an 85-year-old South African champion of international law, won the Nobel Peace Prize, including a gold medal, diploma, and $1.2 million. She joked about sharing it with Donald Trump while being applauded in Nuremberg. Pillay previously headed the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI), which found genocide was occurring in Gaza last year. The award ceremony is on December 10 in Oslo.
Apple cuts iPhone 18 Pro component orders by 15-20% as demand falls
Apple is cutting component orders for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max by 15 per cent to 20 per cent for October as demand falls. In India, prices start at Rs 1,64,900 and Rs 1,79,900 respectively. Nikkei Asia reported that higher memory chip costs and a weaker rupee are impacting sales. IDC forecasts global smartphone shipments to decline 16.7 per cent in 2026.
US suspends TCS, Infosys, Microsoft among 8 firms from PERM programme over fraud
On Thursday, US Labour Secretary Keith Sonderling and Vice President JD Vance suspended eight companies from the PERM programme: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Capgemini, Microsoft, and Adobe. The move follows Admiral Samuel Paparo's visit to Delhi. While Vance alleged fraud involving 1,000 of Microsoft's 3,682 applications, the suspension impacts Indian engineers seeking green cards.
Tech job losses reach 253,000 as India's GCC ecosystem grows to 2,117 centers
Pranjal Sharma reports that while over 283,000 Indian software engineers once held H-1B visas, tech job losses reached roughly 253,000 across 2025 and 2026. SHRM notes 68% of organizations struggle to recruit talent. Conversely, Nasscom and Zinnov report India's GCC ecosystem grew to 2,117 centers by FY26, employing 2.36 million people. Startup India also created over 2.33 million jobs by FY2025-26.
Maharashtra leases 1,200 acres in Haregaon to Sarang Lakhani's firm without tender
The Maharashtra government issued an order on October 5 leasing 1,200 acres in Haregaon village to Vishwaraj Renewables Private Limited, owned by Sarang Lakhani. This follows leases of 1,500 acres each to Nibe Group and DRDO. Activist Anjali Damania questioned the lack of a tender process. Supriya Sule stated her son-in-law's business is his personal matter.
Bangladesh hopes new India treaty signed before December 12 as 30-year agreement expires
Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee of Bangladesh expressed hope that a new treaty with India will be signed before December 12. The current 30-year agreement, signed on December 12, 1996, by HD Deve Gowda and Sheikh Hasina, expires this year. If finalized, Tarique Rahman and Narendra Modi plan to sign it. Negotiations continue through the Joint Rivers Commission.
Meerut woman in custody for allegedly drugging husband and attacking him with knife
On October 8, a man from Zaid Garden in the Lisadi Gate police station area of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, alleged his wife mixed a sedative into his coffee and attacked his private parts with a knife. The incident stemmed from an alleged extramarital affair. Circle Officer (CO) Kotwali Sangram Singh confirmed the woman is in custody for questioning following the man's complaint.
BRS demands Chief Election Commissioner's resignation over alleged large-scale voter deletions
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) plans to protest outside the Telangana Chief Electoral Officer's office in Hyderabad tomorrow and later in New Delhi. Working president K T Rama Rao and deputy floor leader T Harish Rao demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). They requested a Supreme Court judge-supervised investigation into large-scale voter deletions.
Francis Halzen wins Physics Nobel Prize for IceCube Neutrino Observatory cosmic neutrino detections
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the 2026 Nobel Prizes. Francis Halzen won in Physics for the IceCube Neutrino Observatory, which detected 28 high-energy cosmic neutrinos since 2011. Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel won in Physiology or Medicine for optogenetics research starting in the 1990s. Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai won in Chemistry for asymmetric organic synthesis discoveries.
85-year-old South African jurist Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize 2026
Navanethem "Navi" Pillay, an 85-year-old South African jurist, won the Nobel Peace Prize 2026. Jorgen Watne Frydnes of the Norwegian Nobel Committee praised her work enlarging international law. Born in 1941 to Narrainsamy Naidoo and Santhama Naidoo, she served as UN human rights chief, led the Rwanda genocide tribunal, and currently judges a case where Myanmar stands accused of genocide.
The Foreign Ministry of India slammed JD Vance for calling foreign workers "indentured servants"
The Foreign Ministry of India slammed JD Vance for calling foreign workers "indentured servants" after the United States barred eight IT firms—Microsoft, Tata, Wipro, Infosys, Adobe, Cognizant, HCL, and Capgemini—from the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme. Vance claimed Microsoft replaced 6,000 American workers with 6,300 H-1B visas and 3,000 green cards. India stated these steps do not advance shared ambitions.
Munir may plan to redraw Pakistan's 4 provinces into 12, 15, or 160 units
The Economist reported that Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan's de facto ruler, may plan to redraw the country’s four provinces into 12, 15, or 160 smaller ones. While Munir claims large provinces hinder governance, critics suggest he seeks to dismantle power bases of the PML(N) and PPP. The move could make politicians more malleable to his control following the imprisonment of Imran Khan.
INDIA bloc to march from Parliament House as Rahul Gandhi demands Gyanesh Kumar's resignation
On Day 4 of protests against alleged "vote chori", INDIA bloc leaders will march from Parliament House to Rashtrapati Bhavan. Rahul Gandhi demands Gyanesh Kumar resign over alleged Special Intensive Revision irregularities. President Droupadi Murmu granted an 8 pm appointment. KC Venugopal informed floor leaders, while Akhilesh Yadav's MPs join despite his absence. Shiv Sena will not participate.
Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh released on bond from ICE detention after airport arrest
Award-winning Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was released on bond Thursday from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention after being arrested on September 24 at Washington Dulles International Airport. Sheikh entered the US in 2019 on a student visa to attend Georgia State University, filed for asylum in 2020, and lived in Alexandria, Virginia. The deportation case against him continues.
Pakistan bypasses parliament to deploy forces to Saudi Arabia and Turkey against Houthis
Pakistan agreed to rapidly deploy more forces to Saudi Arabia and Turkey without a parliamentary vote, invoking an August defence pact. Under Field Marshal Asim Munir, who holds command until 2030, the military bypassed the 2015 precedent of seeking parliamentary approval. The deployment responds to Iran-backed Houthis attacking Medina. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Pakistan Peoples Party remained silent.
Shenzhen opens nighttime access for driverless vehicles as JD.com plans 4 million robots
In March, Shenzhen opened nighttime access for driverless vehicles to boost China's autonomous transport. Neolix Technologies Co. and founder Yu Enyuan operate a fleet of 27,000 robovans, expanding to 50,000 this year. While Meituan completed 5.5 million orders by end-of-2025, JD.com plans procuring 3 million robots and 1 million unmanned vehicles over five years. Trials now span 437 routes in Shenzhen, Qingdao, and Zhangjiakou.
BJP's Devashish Sharma leads in Nagaon as bypoll counting begins across four states
Counting began for bypolls in six seats across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Assam. In Bengal, BJP candidates Hasirani Rath and Shankharavh Sarkar led in Nandigram and Rejinagar. TVK's Maragatham Kumaravel and P Sathyabama contested Tamil Nadu seats against AIADMK. In Puducherry, AINRC's Ashok Anand won Thattanchavady. In Assam, BJP's Devashish Sharma led in Nagaon over Badruddin Ajmal and Sibamoni Bora.
Rahul Gandhi supporters allegedly thrashed Fahim Nazir for chanting pro-Modi slogans in Delhi
On Thursday afternoon in Connaught Place, Fahim Nazir from Srinagar joined an INDIA bloc protest to oppose the group and support Narendra Modi. Nazir claimed supporters of Rahul Gandhi thrashed him for chanting pro-Modi slogans. Delhi Police registered an FIR against unidentified persons. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari blamed Congress workers for the attack during protests against Gyanesh Kumar.
Trump warns AI users are enemies of the state; Musk agrees to rename SpaceXAI
Donald Trump warned on Truth Social that anyone using "Artificial Intelligence" instead of the official term "Super Intelligence" (SI) is an enemy of the state. Elon Musk agreed to rename SpaceXAI to SpaceXSI. The White House updated its website, removing AI mentions. Trump hosted a luncheon with Altman, Amodei, Zuckerberg, Huang, and Musk to discuss self-regulation.
PDP leader Abdul Kabir sparks controversy calling Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani a 'martyr'
Senior PDP leader Abdul Kabir sparked controversy in Kishtwar by calling Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, killed in 2016, a 'martyr' during a workers' convention. Amit Raina of Roots in Kashmir and BJP leader Yudhvir Sethi criticized the remarks, accusing the party of terror appeasement. Sethi demanded an apology to families of soldiers who died fighting terrorism in the Kashmir Valley.
Taniguchi and Verma discuss protecting trade routes against China at NDTV Indo-Japan Summit
At the NDTV Indo-Japan Summit in New Delhi, Tomohiko Taniguchi and Sanjay Kumar Verma discussed protecting trade routes against China. They highlighted former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. The summit addressed the Quad, Act East, SAGAR, IPOI, and MAHASAGAR initiatives to ensure security, technology, and supply chains across the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
OpenAI shuts down Russia and Iran influence operations using ChatGPT to spread anti-Ukraine propaganda
OpenAI announced on Thursday it shut down two influence operations from Russia and Iran using ChatGPT to spread anti-Ukraine propaganda. The Iranian operation used seven fake journalist profiles to publish nearly 100 articles between July 2025 and October 2026. The Russian operation co-opted unwitting people in Latin America to run the Social Research Center (SRC) to undermine Ukraine.
BSF bus rams truck on NH27 in Assam; 32 personnel injured, driver killed
A bus carrying BSF personnel returning from election duty rammed into a truck on National Highway 27 in Howly, Barpeta district, Assam. The accident injured 32 personnel, with 14 admitted to Barpeta Medical College and Hospital (BMCH). One person remains in the ICU. Driver Samsul Hoque, 42, died instantly. Howly Police initiated a preliminary investigation into the collision.
Anthropic updates policy to prohibit sustained and needless abusive behavior toward Claude AI
Anthropic, a San Francisco-based lab, updated its policy on Thursday to prohibit sustained and needless abusive or cruel behavior toward its Claude AI system. CEO Dario Amodei previously told The New York Times he is unsure if models are conscious. Mustafa Suleyman of Microsoft and Pope Leo XIV rejected machine consciousness, while Jackson Stakeman of Sparq noted the policy reflects human inputs.
Frequent micro-loans and multiple unsecured debts can lower credit scores, warns BankBazaar CEO
Adhil Shetty, CEO of BankBazaar, told NDTV that frequent micro-loans and multiple active unsecured debts can lower credit scores and reduce eligibility for major loans like home loans. Lenders assess debt-to-income ratios, so borrowers should avoid unnecessary applications, repay dues timely, and consolidate debts. Maintaining a clean repayment track record over the next twelve months is critical before approaching primary lenders.
FSSAI issues notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science over misleading health claims
On Thursday, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science, Tirupati Wellness, Amazon, Flipkart, and Netmeds over allegedly misleading health claims regarding protein support and lean muscle mass. The regulator also took action against Nex International and Shreyash Retail Pvt. Ltd. for non-compliant advertising, unsafe food, and expired products.
Houthis announce three attacks on Riyadh airport, Najran airport and Khamis Mushait airbase
On Thursday, Houthis announced three attacks on Riyadh airport, an airport in Najran, and a Khamis Mushait airbase. The Saudi civil defence agency reported missile interception debris damaged a kindergarten and medical complex. Witnesses saw cracks in three Saudia planes. The United States urged citizens to exercise heightened vigilance as the Saudi-led coalition continues fighting the Iran-backed group.
US bars Microsoft, Tata, Wipro and 6 others from PERM programme over worker replacement
The United States government barred eight IT firms, including Microsoft, Tata, Wipro, Infosys, Adobe, Cognizant, HCL, and Capgemini, from the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme. The Donald Trump administration alleges these companies use the process to replace American workers. This move affects thousands of Indian technology professionals seeking permanent residency, as it disrupts a critical bridge for green cards.
Pentagon to livestream firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan on December 3
The Pentagon announced on Thursday that the firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed on December 3. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the first military execution in over 65 years as public to Real America's Voice. Hasan, a former Army psychiatrist, was convicted of killing 13 people and injuring 32 others at Fort Hood in 2009.
Parag Sharma and Gajna Lamba allegedly slapped each other during INDIA bloc protest
On October 8, 2026, Parag Sharma and Gajna Lamba allegedly slapped each other during an INDIA bloc protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Faridabad. The scuffle occurred over taking down a photo and position issues. Baljit Kaushik, Pearl Chaudhary, and SHO Vishnu Mittar were involved as both women filed police complaints. Lamba claimed the assault was a conspiracy involving caste-based slurs.
Supreme Court quashes suicide abetment case over refusal to marry after consensual relationship
The Supreme Court, via a bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K. Vinod Chandran, quashed criminal proceedings in Sessions Case No.101 of 2024 against six persons accused of abetting a woman's suicide. The court ruled that a refusal to marry following a consensual relationship does not constitute abetment, finding no material evidence of instigation by the accused.
Bitcoin recovers above $81,000 after Donald Trump rules out US strikes on Iran
On October 9, Sensex rose 180 points and Nifty gained 80 points. The rupee opened at 96.74 against the US dollar. Bitcoin dropped to $80,316 before recovering above $81,000 after Donald Trump ruled out US strikes on Iran. Roughly $1 billion in positions were liquidated as US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $487.07 million of outflows. Gold reached $4,169 an ounce and silver stayed above $59/oz.
Vance suspends labour certification for 8 firms including Microsoft, Adobe and Infosys
On October 8, 2026, US Vice President JD Vance and Labour Secretary Keith Sonderling suspended the Permanent Labour Certification Programme for eight firms, including Microsoft, Adobe, Capgemini, Cognizant, Infosys, Tata, Wipro, and HCL. Vance accused Microsoft of replacing 6,000 American workers with 6,300 H-1B visas and 3,000 green cards. Sonderling stated these companies requested almost 3 million foreign workers since 2009.
Lawyer Sikander Bhatti allegedly sets fire to courtroom seat after judge declines judgment
On Thursday, lawyer Sikander Bhatti allegedly set fire to his courtroom seat in Pakistan's Hyderabad city after Justice Jawad Akbar Sawana of the Sindh High Court's Hyderabad Circuit Bench declined to pronounce a judgment reserved for 11 months. The civil land dispute from Nawabshah involved Bhatti’s family. Ayaz Tunio, president of the Hyderabad High Court Bar Association, announced an inquiry into the incident.
VP J D Vance suspends Microsoft from PERM program over alleged system abuse
Microsoft responded on Thursday after Vice President J D Vance suspended the company from the Labour Department's Permanent Labour Certification program, also known as PERM. Vance accused Microsoft of abusing the system. The company stated that 80 per cent of its 6000 H-1B visa applications last fiscal year were to extend or change existing employees' status rather than hiring new people.
Trump awards Musk, Brin, Huang and Su National Medals of Science
Donald Trump presented Elon Musk, Sergei Brin, Jensen Huang, and Lisa Su with the National Medal of Science at a Washington peace institute on Thursday. Michael Dell and Satya Nadella received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation. Trump also received a posthumous medal for his uncle, John Trump. The event followed Musk's return to Trump’s orbit after their May 2025 fallout at DOGE.
USS Abraham Lincoln crew faced 8 suicide attempts during Trump's war on Iran
The USS Abraham Lincoln arrived in San Diego, California on Thursday after a deployment starting in November 2025. The ship supported President Donald Trump's war on Iran, resulting in eight suicide attempts and reduced food options. Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao confirmed these issues. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth congratulated the crew for 10,000 sorties and awarded a presidential unit citation.
Trump rules out attacking Iran before November 3 midterm elections despite Pentagon strike options
Donald Trump ruled out attacking Iran before the November 3 midterm elections on Truth Social, despite reports that the White House asked the Pentagon to develop strike options. Amid rising oil prices and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump stated Washington is having productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran. He also clarified his remarks regarding potential attacks on Los Angeles and San Diego.
Ukraine accuses Russia of deliberately targeting civilians after 30 die in Kramatorsk bus blasts
Ukraine accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilians after 30 people died when two buses were blown up in Kramatorsk. Volodymyr Zelensky vowed the attack would not go unanswered, while Marco Rubio warned of escalation. Negotiators will meet a US team Friday and Saturday, with Britain, France, Germany, NATO, and the European Union invited to discuss proposals.
Delhi government transfers IAS officer Rupesh Kumar Thakur over alleged procurement lapses
The Delhi government issued an October 8 order transferring Rupesh Kumar Thakur, a 2006-batch IAS officer, from the Health and Family Welfare Department following an unsatisfactory response to a show-cause notice regarding alleged procurement lapses. He remains CEO of DUSIB. Prashant Goyal takes over Health duties. The reshuffle also appoints Awanish Kumar as Excise Commissioner and Arti Lal Sharma to Tourism.
ICE agents shoot and wound man in Bronx; Mayor Mamdani demands Trump end enforcement
On Thursday at around 4 p.m. ET, Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from DHS shot and wounded a man between 20 and 30 years old in the Marble Hill neighborhood of the Bronx. A 5-year-old child was present but unharmed. Mayor Zohran Mamdani called President Donald Trump to demand ending ICE enforcement actions after the shooting.
National Commission for Minorities summons Punjab police chief over Mohanjit Singh custodial torture allegations
The National Commission for Minorities summoned the Punjab police chief to hear allegations of custodial torture and religious dignity violations against Mohanjit Singh. On September 2, during Bhagwant Mann's visit to Sheron village, Sangrur district, Mohanjit Singh was allegedly detained. Police reported he tested positive for morphine on September 3 but Daaman Thind Bajwa of the BJP seeks a proper investigation.
One dead, two injured as oxygen cylinder leak causes explosion at Udala Hospital
One patient died and two people were injured after a huge explosion rocked Udala Hospital in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district. The blast occurred when an ambulance caught fire due to an oxygen cylinder leak, causing the vehicle's roof to fall nearly 40 feet away. Firefighters doused the blaze while authorities investigate if a cylinder leak caused the incident reported by NDTV Mayurbhanj.
20-year-old student found dead in Srikakulam forest after missing from Vivek Express
Himashree Boro, a 20-year-old student from B Borooah College and daughter of Manesware Boro, was found dead in a forested area near Malayapuram in Srikakulam district. She boarded the Vivek Express (Train No. 22503) at 11:50 pm on October 5 from Visakhapatnam. Her body was recovered after she went missing; police are currently investigating the cause of death.
Railway Protection Force detains 57 suspected Bangladeshis from Brahmaputra Mail train
The Railway Protection Force detained 57 suspected Bangladeshis from the Brahmaputra Mail train at Maligaon Kamakhya Railway station this evening. They allegedly fled from Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir. Senior police officer Kulendra Nath Deka stated 17 others were arrested in Guwahati recently. On Tuesday, five more were caught from the Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express after entering via Dawki, Meghalaya, on October 5.
Gas leak causes fire at IIT Bombay Hostel Number 6, injuring five people
A gas leak caused a fire in Hostel Number 6 at the IIT Bombay campus in Powai on Thursday night at 10.24 pm. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation reported that five people were injured: Ansh Ahirwar (12), Tahzeeb Alam (9), Ishwar Singh (37), Shivkumar Singh (34), and Anilkumar Yadav (23). They were treated at Rajawadi Hospital and Kasturba Hospital, where all remain stable.
Madras High Court to rule on Speaker accepting resignations from six rebel MLAs
The Madras High Court will rule Friday on a plea by AIADMK whip Agri Krishnamoorthy and R Veeramani challenging the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker accepting resignations from six rebel MLAs: Maragatham Kumaravel, Sathyabhama, Isakki Subbaya, Jayakumar, MR Vijayabaskar, and C Vijayabaskar. The legislators joined the ruling TVK government. The verdict impacts bypolls in Madurantakam and Dharapuram.
India's Captain Smit Machchhar to receive Israel's Presidential Award for saving 174 passengers
Captain Smit Machchhar of India will receive the State of Israel's Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism after saving 174 passengers and crew on a flydubai plane. After co-pilot Hammam Al-Hammami, an Omani national, attacked him with a crash axe to fly into Tel Aviv, Machchhar opened the cockpit door. Off-duty pilots landed the plane in Saudi Arabia.
Assam Congress accuses police of manhandling Ripun Bora during Guwahati protest
The Assam Congress accused police of manhandling former president Ripun Bora during a protest at Rajiv Bhawan in Guwahati on Thursday. The party protested police action against opposition MPs in Delhi on Wednesday. Workers, including social media co-chairperson Bornali Phukan, were allegedly assaulted by personnel using excessive force. The party plans to pursue legal action and seek damages.
Bhiwandi shop closed after viral video shows rat swimming in gulab jamun syrup
The Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration raided Harish Gulab Jamuns in the Gabi Nagar area of Bhiwandi district on Wednesday. The raid followed a viral video showing a rat swimming in sugar syrup and gulab jamun. The agency ordered the shop closed pending investigation. Earlier this month, the FDA suspended eight licenses, seized 1.3 tonnes of bananas, and confiscated items worth Rs 31.14 lakh from three establishments in Mumbai.
Putin promises to help end Middle East conflict during meeting with Masoud Pezeshkian
Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian met Thursday in Avaza, Turkmenistan, before a Commonwealth of Independent States summit. Putin promised to help end the Middle East conflict, noting Iran's efforts since February 28. Relations strengthened since February 2022. Ukraine and Western countries accused Iran of supplying drones and missiles; Russia is accused of providing targeting data for strikes on US interests.
