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Indian Embassy in France issues safety advisory for nationals amid violent protests

Indian Embassy in France issues safety advisory for nationals amid violent protests

Oct 22, 2026

The Indian Embassy in Paris has issued a safety advisory for Indian nationals living in France and those planning to visit the country, urging them to remain vigilant, avoid protest sites and crowded areas, and follow instructions issued by local authorities amid demonstrations, incidents of violence and localised curfews.

CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka walk out of Tihar Jail, agree not to call protests at Jantar Mantar

CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka walk out of Tihar Jail, agree not to call protests at Jantar Mantar

Oct 22, 2026

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka walked out of Tihar Jail on Wednesday after a Special Executive Magistrate ordered their release, accepting their written undertakings to maintain peace and bonds of Rs 50,000 each.

CJP activists challenge custody over Jantar Mantar protest against SIR, approach Delhi HC

CJP activists challenge custody over Jantar Mantar protest against SIR, approach Delhi HC

Oct 21, 2026

Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) members Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have approached the Delhi High Court challenging their judicial custody in connection with protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, even as the Delhi Police has transferred the cases registered against them to its Crime Branch for further investigation.

SBI cyberattack: Personal data of 3897 customers leaked on dark web, probe ordered

SBI cyberattack: Personal data of 3897 customers leaked on dark web, probe ordered

Oct 21, 2026

State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, on Wednesday, October 21 disclosed that a cyberattack on its systems had exposed the personal and loan-related information of 3,897 customers on the dark web. The bank has engaged an independent cybersecurity agency to investigate the breach and determine its extent.

Police Commemoration Day: Amit Shah remembers 10 CRPF personnel killed by Chinese troops in 1959

Police Commemoration Day: Amit Shah remembers 10 CRPF personnel killed by Chinese troops in 1959

Oct 21, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday October 21 paid tribute to police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty, recalling the sacrifice of 10 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel killed in a clash with Chinese troops at Hot Springs in Ladakh on October 21, 1959.

Karnataka plans social media restrictions for children under 16, seeks Centre's support

Karnataka plans social media restrictions for children under 16, seeks Centre's support

Oct 21, 2026

The Karnataka government is considering restricting social media access for children below the age of 16, citing concerns over excessive screen time and the potential impact of digital platforms on young users.

CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka move Delhi High Court against extension of judicial custody

CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka move Delhi High Court against extension of judicial custody

Oct 20, 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have approached the Delhi High Court challenging a two-day extension of their judicial custody in a case linked to the alleged violation of peace bonds furnished by them during preventive proceedings.

Yusuf Pathan set to get half of Vadodara plot free under Gujarat government settlement

Yusuf Pathan set to get half of Vadodara plot free under Gujarat government settlement

Oct 20, 2026

Former India cricketer and Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan is set to acquire a disputed 1,000-square-metre plot in Vadodara after the Gujarat government worked out a settlement under which half the land will be allotted to him free of cost, while he will pay an estimated Rs 10 crore for the remaining portion.

RSS chief says protests must focus on solutions, not social discord

RSS chief says protests must focus on solutions, not social discord

Oct 20, 2026

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday, October 20 said attempts to bring about a “regime change” were continuing in India, but asserted that the country would not follow the path of political unrest witnessed in several other nations. He called for protests to focus on resolving problems through dialogue rather than creating social divisions.

PM Modi extends Vijayadashami greetings, wishes happiness and prosperity

PM Modi extends Vijayadashami greetings, wishes happiness and prosperity

Oct 20, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Vijayadashami greetings to people in a Hindi post on X. His message linked the festival's joy and faith with resolve, happiness, prosperity and success.

‘Modi never compromised’: Assam CM hits back at opposition over US tariff row

‘Modi never compromised’: Assam CM hits back at opposition over US tariff row

Oct 19, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on October 19 defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi over India's continued purchase of Russian crude oil amid US tariff pressure, claiming that subsequent tariff decisions vindicated the government's position and demanding an apology from the Opposition.

Three suspects held in Kota over firing at Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai

Three suspects held in Kota over firing at Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai

Oct 19, 2026

Three suspects have been detained in Kota in connection with the firing at the car of actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, with police sources saying they allegedly received Rs 50,000 in advance for the attack.

Punjab: Eight MGNREGA workers killed after car runs over them in Sangrur

Punjab: Eight MGNREGA workers killed after car runs over them in Sangrur

Oct 18, 2026

Eight workers engaged in road construction under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) were killed and several others seriously injured after a speeding car ran over them on the Lehragaga-Jakhal Road in Punjab’s Sangrur district. Around 23 workers were reportedly at the site when the vehicle struck them.

Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Court sends 7 accused to 10 day police custody

Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Court sends 7 accused to 10 day police custody

Oct 18, 2026

A Kolkata court on Sunday, October 18 remanded seven people arrested in connection with the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal stampede, which claimed 19 lives, to 10 days of police custody. The Bankshall Court rejected the police's request for a 14-day remand, directing that the accused remain in custody until October 28.

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of Gwalior truck accident victims

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of Gwalior truck accident victims

Oct 18, 2026

A paddy-laden truck ploughed into devotees near Gwalior's Sheetla Mata Temple, killing 14 people. The Centre and Madhya Pradesh government announced compensation as authorities began investigating the crash.

Kolkata pandal stampede: Seven arrested, police register culpable homicide case

Kolkata pandal stampede: Seven arrested, police register culpable homicide case

Oct 18, 2026

Kolkata Police arrested seven people after a crowd surge at the Chorbagan pandal killed at least 19. A culpable homicide probe will examine crowd-control measures and venue arrangements.

Kolkata police impose Section 163 BNSS restrictions after Chorbagan stampede claims 19 lives

Kolkata police impose Section 163 BNSS restrictions after Chorbagan stampede claims 19 lives

Oct 18, 2026

Kolkata Police imposed three-day restrictions on gatherings after the Chorbagan pandal stampede killed 19 people. The order seeks to prevent unrest as the STF investigates accountability for the deaths.

13 killed, nearly 40 injured as truck hits devotees near temple in Gwalior

13 killed, nearly 40 injured as truck hits devotees near temple in Gwalior

Oct 18, 2026

A paddy-laden truck hit devotees near Sheetlamata Mandir in Gwalior, killing 13 and injuring nearly 40. Four to five injured people were in serious condition as senior officials supervised rescue operations.

Kolkata Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede: 12 detained as probe begins into deaths of 19 people

Kolkata Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede: 12 detained as probe begins into deaths of 19 people

Oct 18, 2026

Police detained 12 people after the Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede killed 19 and injured 24. A judge-led SIT will examine crowd management lapses and determine responsibility.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke granted bail, release subject to peace bond

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke granted bail, release subject to peace bond

Oct 17, 2026

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has been granted bail in Delhi, subject to certain conditions, and will be released after executing a peace bond, Delhi Police said on Saturday October 17. Dipke was detained on Friday ahead of a proposed ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ rally at Central Park in Connaught Place amid restrictions on public gatherings in parts of the national capital.

NGT gives CPCB eight weeks to report on standardised microplastics testing methods

NGT gives CPCB eight weeks to report on standardised microplastics testing methods

Oct 16, 2026

The NGT granted the CPCB eight weeks to submit a progress report on standardised microplastics testing methods. The exercise aims to establish validated procedures for analysing varied environmental samples nationwide.