Reading news headlines during school assembly helps students improve their general knowledge (GK), develop critical thinking and expand their vocabulary. It also builds confidence, improves English speaking skills and encourages students to understand important events around the world. Read today’s major headlines for Monday, October 26, covering national, international and sports news.

National News

Congress accuses Election Commission of hiding ECINET software information

The Congress alleged that the Election Commission was withholding information about its ECINET software, claiming disclosure would expose alleged manipulation during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Terrorism as an instrument of statecraft is unacceptable, says Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said terrorism could never be justified or rationalised, adding that it continued because some countries did not demonstrate zero tolerance towards the menace.

IAF monitoring Indo-Pacific, boosting long-range capabilities: Air Chief

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said the Indian Air Force was closely monitoring developments in the Indo-Pacific and strengthening its ability to operate over extended distances to protect national interests.

Rahul Gandhi thanks BJP sarcastically for promoting INDIA bloc rally

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sarcastically thanked the BJP and its allies for publicising the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally against alleged vote theft.

Operation Sindoor showed IAF's reach, says Air Chief AP Singh

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said the Indian Air Force's strikes during Operation Sindoor covered a 1,200-km-wide and 200-km-deep area, demonstrating its ability to strike targets across the Western front.

Amit Shah hails anti-drug operation that uncovered Rs 100-crore hawala trail

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said coordinated raids across Assam, Mizoram and Manipur led to 18 arrests and the freezing of 1,424 bank accounts linked to alleged drug cartel operations.

NAINA project near Navi Mumbai airport expected to create 15 lakh jobs

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the proposed city development project would generate 15 lakh jobs, including five lakh high-paying positions, with local residents receiving priority.

Keralam BJP chief accuses CM VD Satheesan of selective secularism

BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar accused Chief Minister VD Satheesan of practising selective secularism amid a controversy involving a cafe in Fort Kochi.

Karnataka will act against firms sidelining Kannadigas in jobs, says Shivakumar

Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said the state government would take appropriate action if private institutions were found to be deliberately denying job opportunities to Kannadigas.

International News

Chinese envoy meets Pakistan Deputy PM to discuss bilateral ties

Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong met Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues, according to Pakistan's Foreign Office.

India advises nationals in Saudi Arabia against filming missile interceptions

India urged its citizens in Saudi Arabia to follow local rules and avoid filming or publishing information related to missile and drone interceptions.

Sports News

‘Old vintage vehicle’: MS Dhoni hints at IPL return

Former India captain MS Dhoni has hinted that he could decide on his Indian Premier League (IPL) future before December, as he assesses whether he is fit enough to play another season.