Anti-CEC Protest: Several Detained in Delhi During March To Election Commission Office
Delhi Police detained several protesters on Friday during a march towards the Election Commission of India headquarters in New Delhi. Organised by People Against SIR, the protesters demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and the scrapping of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging voter deletions. The march was joined by leaders and activists, while heavy police deployment and traffic restrictions were imposed. Similar concerns have also been raised in Punjab and Tamil Nadu, amid growing criticism of the SIR process. READ MORE
Melania Trump Announces Ceasefire For Humanitarian Aid in Oleshky
US First Lady Melania Trump’s office has announced a temporary ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky, Ukraine, scheduled to begin on October 29, 2026, to facilitate humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations. The initiative aims to provide essential supplies, including food, medicines and clean water, to residents facing severe hardships. Representatives from Russia and Ukraine are expected to coordinate safe passage for civilians wishing to leave. However, neither country had publicly confirmed the announcement at the time of the report. READ MORE
Trump Issues Fresh Warning to Iran
US President Donald Trump has defended his administration’s tough stance against Iran, warning that Washington could take further action to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons. He accused Iran of attempting to raise global oil prices ahead of the US midterm elections by spreading reports of attacks and maritime threats in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also criticised Iran’s leadership over its alleged crackdown on protesters, claiming that 75,000 people had been killed, a figure not independently verified in the provided report. His remarks highlight continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran and concerns over regional security and global oil supplies. READ MORE
India, China To Improve LAC Understanding: MEA
India and China have agreed to discuss ways to improve their understanding of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to strengthen border management and prevent misunderstandings. The Ministry of External Affairs said both countries are using existing diplomatic and military mechanisms to resolve outstanding issues and maintain peace along the border. The MEA also provided updates on aid deliveries to Iran, the safety of 14 Indians in Yemen, the return of stranded Umrah pilgrims from Saudi Arabia and India’s defence export policies. READ MORE
