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Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke shared a photo of co-conveners Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka following the extension of their custody in a case linked to a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. The post highlighted their resolve amid the ongoing legal proceedings.

In a major breakthrough in the Tiger Shroff firing case, police have arrested all three suspected attackers in Kota, Rajasthan. Initial reports state that two of the accused are from Haryana, while the third is linked to Maharashtra.

Mobile users across India will soon be able to identify unknown callers more easily. From November 1, 2026, telecom operators will introduce Calling Name Presentation (CNAP), enabling names to appear alongside phone numbers on supported 4G and newer networks without requiring a separate app or registration.

Jio Platforms’ proposed ₹30,000-crore IPO is drawing attention from major global and domestic investors. Akash Ambani and Isha Ambani are reportedly taking the investment pitch to international markets, while some existing backers are exploring the possibility of increasing their stakes.

A court in Meerut has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of Saurabh Rajput, a former Merchant Navy officer. The verdict follows a trial involving 126 hearings and testimony from 22 prosecution witnesses.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release ₹5,110 crore in pending central funds under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan without additional conditions. The demand was raised during the Prime Minister’s visit to Chennai on October 11, 2026, amid an ongoing disagreement over the implementation of the PM-SHRI schools scheme.

The Centre has appointed 2010-batch Rajasthan-cadre IAS officer Prakash Rajpurohit as Deputy Election Commissioner in the Election Commission of India. He succeeds Sanjay Kumar, with his tenure scheduled to continue until April 8, 2030, according to reports citing a Personnel Ministry order.

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda is set to inaugurate a major research initiative in Himachal Pradesh, with the foundation stone of ICMR's first dedicated high-altitude medicine and public health research centre scheduled to be laid in Keylong on October 12, 2026. The facility aims to improve healthcare research and develop solutions for people living in India's challenging Himalayan regions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and dedicated development projects worth over ₹13,000 crore in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, highlighting improved metro connectivity, infrastructure development, industrial growth and new employment opportunities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh remembered Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan on his birth anniversary, highlighting his role in defending democratic values, promoting social empowerment and advocating political and social change.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to citizens on the first day of Sharadiya Navratri, invoking the blessings of Maa Jagadamba for happiness, peace, prosperity and good health. He also offered prayers to Maa Shailputri, seeking patience and self-confidence for people across the country.

Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh addressed personnel during the 94th Air Force Day celebrations at Air Force Station Hindan, emphasising the Indian Air Force’s preparedness, technological advancement and commitment to protecting national interests.