From protests over electoral roll revisions and a deadly firecracker blast in Bihar to heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, several developments are making headlines across India. Entertainment, public safety and proposed changes to driving licences are also in focus.

Internationally, attention is on a reported temporary Russia-Ukraine ceasefire intended to facilitate humanitarian assistance and civilian evacuations.

 

NATION

  • Several protesters detained as anti-SIR march heads to ECI headquarters
    New Delhi: Delhi Police on Friday detained several protesters as a march against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls moved towards the headquarters of the Election Commission of India (ECI) in central Delhi, clamping Section 163 of the BNSS prohibiting mass gatherings, sources said.
  • Delhi HC dismisses AISA leader Neha Bora’s plea against peace bond notice
    New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday rejected a petition filed by Neha Bora, National President of the All India Students Association (AISA), challenging a notice that directed her to execute a ₹10,000 personal bond with one surety to maintain peace during an inquiry.
  • Bihar firecracker blast kills four in Siwan, three family members remain unaccounted for
    Siwan: A deadly explosion at a firecracker trader’s home in Siwan has left four people dead, with three others missing and questions mounting over safety compliance.
  • IMA, AIIMS body condemn Sunny Deol-starrer film's teaser over portrayal of violence against doctors
    New Delhi: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) and resident doctors of AIIMS Delhi have strongly condemned the teaser of Sunny Deol-starrer film ‘Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak’, alleging it generalises corruption in the medical profession and risks justifying violence against doctors and healthcare workers.
  • Diljit Dosanjh concert gets Delhi Police green-light, Oct 30 show goes on
    New Delhi: Singer Diljit Dosanjh's October 30 concert here will go on as scheduled with Delhi Police on Friday reconsidering its earlier decision and giving its nod following a meeting with organisers BookMyShow Live.
  • Tiger Shroff firing case: Three held from Haryana remanded in police custody till Oct 28
    Mumbai: Three persons held from Haryana for alleged involvement in the Tiger Shroff firing case were remanded in police custody till October 28 by a court here on Friday.
  • CISF jawan who caught suspect at Delhi Metro station awarded
    New Delhi: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has awarded a jawan a commendation certificate and Rs 10,000 in cash for his quick thinking and courage after he apprehended a suspect in a dramatic chase up the stairs at a Delhi Metro station, officials said on Friday.
  • TN: Heavy downpours cause waterlogging, flooding, teen killed in wall collapse
    Chennai: Heavy showers caused localized waterlogging in low-lying areas across Tamil Nadu, and districts such as Madurai and Virudhunagar, known for extreme heat, received bounteous rain, bringing down the temperature in the region.
  • Govt plans colour-coded driving licences for citizens, foreign nationals
    New Delhi: The Road Transport Ministry has proposed introducing separate colour schemes for driving licences issued or renewed for Indian and foreign nationals, alongside doing away with affidavits sworn before an executive magistrate or notary as proof of age and address.

FOREIGN

  • Melania Trump secures Russia-Ukraine truce in occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky
    Washington: US First Lady Melania Trump has reportedly helped secure a temporary ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky, scheduled to begin on October 29, to facilitate humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations.

That’s your roundup of the latest national and international developments. Stay curious, follow credible news sources and keep yourself informed about the events shaping India and the world.