KASHMIR INCIDENT
Jammu and Kashmir terror attack: Three CRPF personnel injured after terrorists open fire at camp
A terrorist assault in Kulgam district left three personnel of the CRPF wounded as unidentified attackers fired upon them while on a motorcycle at approximately 2:15 PM on Wednesday. The injured have been rushed to Anantnag hospital for treatment. Security forces are actively pursuing leads in their investigation to bring the culprits to justice.
'Rahul, joy to us all, but especially his grandmother': Sonia recalls son's chubby childhood in memoir
Sonia Gandhi shares her recollections of her son Rahul's early years and his relationship with Indira Gandhi. She describes her initial feelings of exclusion during the planning of Rahul's naamkaran ceremony and how she addressed them. Sonia recalls Indira's affectionate yet sometimes frustrating comparisons of Rahul to veteran leader Kamalapati Tripathi. Despite tensions, Sonia learned to communicate effectively with Indira, often through brief notes.
Red Fort blast: Year-long anti-terror push results in 300 arrests, 73 deportations
As the anniversary of the Red Fort blast approaches, security agencies are maintaining heightened vigilance across the country. A crackdown over the past year resulted in over 300 arrests and the deportation of 73 high-value fugitives. The investigation revealed the involvement of a 'Doctor Module' composed of professionals coordinated by radical elements. New regulations have been implemented to monitor the sale of explosives to prevent future attacks.
India revels in Diwali celebrations; crackers contribute to 'very poor' Delhi air
On Sunday, Diwali celebrations were held across India, with various leaders participating in customary rituals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival with security personnel in Chhattisgarh, marking a new era free from Naxalism. In Delhi, strict measures were taken to ensure compliance with safety regulations regarding firecrackers during the festivities. Meanwhile, the air quality in Delhi worsened due to pollution from celebrations and stubble burning.
CRPF goes a year without losing personnel in operations for first time in 47 years
The CRPF has completed 12 consecutive months without an operational fatality for the first time in 47 years, with its last such casualty reported on October 30, 2025. The force attributed the milestone to improved equipment, training, strategic planning and faster medical evacuation of injured personnel.
65 chargesheeted in cases involving illegal stay in Jammu by Pakistani nationals: Official
Chargesheets have been filed against 65 individuals involved in cases of illegal Pakistani nationals in Jammu division. Investigations revealed that some Pakistani nationals had fraudulently obtained Indian identity documents while illegally residing in various districts. The Special Crime Wing conducted a thorough investigation and traced multiple families originally from Sindh, Lahore, and other regions in Pakistan.
India to build vibrant Civil Defence network with first-of-its-kind joint training initiative with Indian Army
India is set to develop a Civil Defence network with a joint training program involving the Indian Army. This initiative will initially provide specialised training for 600 Master Trainers across 12 states and Union Territories. The training will focus on threat awareness, emergency response, and communication modules. Following this, Master Trainers will train 100 Civil Defence volunteers each in their areas.
India slams Pakistan at UN, questions report for overlooking religious discrimination in developed nations
India criticised Pakistan at the United Nations over alleged discrimination against religious minorities, citing shrinking minority populations and violations of their rights. Indian diplomat Bhavika Mangalanandan also questioned a UN report on funeral rights during exceptional circumstances, accused it of selective treatment and recalled Pakistan’s refusal to accept soldiers’ bodies during the 1999 Kargil conflict.
India hits out at UN rapporteur Ben Saul for bias in counter-terror report, affirms Dawood Ibrahim in Pakistan
India expressed serious concern over the UN rapporteur's report, claiming it contained factual inaccuracies regarding Dawood Ibrahim. Indian diplomat Raghoo Puri highlighted that Ibrahim is a wanted criminal residing in Pakistan. Puri noted that the report overlooked key facts, which harms the UN's legitimacy. He criticized the use of human rights frameworks to justify terrorism and reaffirmed India's stance on Jammu and Kashmir.
Stocks in news: Reliance Industries, Eternal, Alkem Labs, BEL, HPCL, Swiggy and GMDC
Indian markets witnessed a downturn on Wednesday, prompted by significant selling in banking stocks. After showing initial promise, the Nifty 50 index dropped by 77.60 points to close at 22,811.35. Reliance Industries celebrated a reaffirmation from ICRA concerning its non-convertible debenture program, valued at Rs 12,000 crore. Eternal also reported impressive year-on-year growth in Q2 revenue and net profits.
Amit Shah hails security personnel for violence-free Bengal polls
Union home minister Amit Shah confirmed that peace has been established in Kashmir, the Northeast, and Naxal-affected areas. He highlighted the recent West Bengal elections where security personnel prevented any electoral violence. Shah set a target for India to become drugs-free by December 31, 2029. He also noted the sacrifices of martyred security personnel in the fight against Naxalism.
Stone pelting on bus in Haryana: J&K leaders seek action
A Kashmir-bound passenger bus was attacked in Haryana, resulting in the injury of an elderly traveller. The event drew widespread condemnation from various political and religious figures in Jammu and Kashmir. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reported that the Haryana government assured him of swift action. Authorities in Karnal claimed to have detained two suspects involved in the incident. Calls for strict measures against those responsible have echoed throughout the region.
J&K administration orders probe into IAS officer's 'misconduct' with female JKAS officer
An inquiry has been ordered by the Jammu and Kashmir administration regarding alleged misconduct by IAS officer Kumar Rajeev Ranjan. This misconduct involved abusive language directed towards a junior JKAS officer during an online review meeting. Ranjan also threatened to suspend the officer and questioned JK Public Service Commission's authority. The incident has had strong reactions from political leaders and the JKAS officers' fraternity.
Suspected IED blast near LoC in Poonch triggers alert
An explosion occurred near the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Monday. The blast, suspected to be from an improvised explosive device, affected people moving near the border. Security forces heightened their presence in the area to assess the situation after the incident. In another event, Indian Army troops discovered two rusted landmines, which were subsequently destroyed.
Jammu and Kashmir Dy CM Surender Choudhary dismisses resignation reports, says cabinet expansion is leadership's call
Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary clarified that no ministers have been asked to resign. He addressed the media after his visit to Kali Mata Mandir during the Navratra festival. Choudhary encouraged news outlets to focus on significant issues rather than political speculations about cabinet expansion. He stated that decisions regarding ministerial changes are for the Chief Minister and National Conference president to make.
"Trains stopped, borders sealed": Sanjay Raut slams Centre over tight-security protocols against CJP protest
Sanjay Raut has publicly criticized the heightened security measures in Delhi related to protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Forces from Jammu and Kashmir were deployed to prevent demonstrators from gathering in the capital. Several metro stations have closed entry and exit gates in anticipation of the protests. In addition, Delhi Police have implemented strategic measures to contain potential unrest.
'PM is scared': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke alleges Govt 'waging war on its people' ahead of protest march
Delhi Protest: Ahead of the scheduled ‘Jantar Mantar 2.0’ protest demanding the sacking of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in the national capital, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)'s founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday left for New Delhi, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "scared of the youth" and accusing the Centre of "waging a war against its own people" by orchestrating an emergency-like atmosphere.
School Assembly News Headlines for October 5: Top national, international, sports and business updates
School Assembly News Headlines Today (October 5): In a notable move, Rahul Gandhi has introduced a digital platform called 'Satyagraha', empowering citizens to initiate protests based on specific issues. As tensions rise with Iran, the United States has intensified its military presence by deploying a third aircraft carrier and reinforcements. India proudly finished fourth at the 2026 Asian Games, amassing a total of 85 medals.
Linking flydubai co-pilot to Oman establishment ‘uncalled for’, sources say
Linking the flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking the pilot and attempting to crash the Tel Aviv-bound flight to Oman’s establishment or Royal Family is “completely uncalled for” and called for a thorough probe into his background, diplomatic sources told ET.
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