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The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and NCPCR on a PIL seeking a comprehensive national framework to protect children from social media risks. The plea calls for age verification, parental consent, age-based restrictions and safeguards against cyberbullying and exploitation 

The BJP plans to launch a nationwide campaign next week to counter Congress allegations concerning the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and the Election Commission. The party is preparing a 24-page document and mobilising leaders for public outreach and digital communication

Yes Bank shares fell nearly 4% after the Supreme Court upheld the quashing of its ₹8,415-crore AT-1 bond write-off. Citi and Morgan Stanley maintained bearish ratings, citing potential pressure on the bank’s capital adequacy, net worth and book value 

Senior BJP leader Dr Sudha Yadav was sworn in as Karnataka’s 20th Governor at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru. She becomes the state’s second woman Governor after VS Ramadevi, bringing extensive political experience and a background in public service

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the alleged verbal abuse of JKAS officer Beenish Wani by senior IAS officer Kumar Rajeev Ranjan. He directed the chief secretary to prevent retaliatory action and called for accountability over the incident

Yami Gautam humorously addressed reports of receiving a hefty paycheck for her cameo in husband Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Appearing on Kon Honar Crorepati, she said being directed by one of India’s finest filmmakers was her real reward

Air India and Air India Express suspended flights to Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam until October 20, 2026, citing regional security concerns. IndiGo and Akasa Air also extended cancellations, offering affected passengers refunds or complimentary rescheduling while monitoring developments

Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi are set to appear on Amitabh Bachchan-hosted Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 to promote Ramayana. The actors will discuss the mythological drama, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, ahead of its worldwide theatrical release on November 5, 2026

Four people died and two suffered severe burns while fighting a wildfire in Indonesia’s Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Rising fire hotspots, prolonged dry conditions and El Niño have intensified forest fires, worsening regional haze and prompting school closures in Malaysia

India and Russia launched the harbour phase of INDRA 2026 with planning talks between INS Sahyadri and Russian corvette Aldar Tsydenzhapov. The joint exercise includes naval, ground and air operations, focusing on tactical manoeuvres, combat drills and counterterrorism

Several mutual fund houses have temporarily halted fresh investments in Gold ETF fund-of-funds, including lump-sum contributions and new SIP registrations, until further notice. Existing systematic investments and redemptions remain unaffected, amid seasonal gold demand and concerns over India's bullion imports

Differences have emerged within Kerala Congress over the CMRL-Exalogic case, with Chief Minister VD Satheesan defending a cautious legal approach against MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan’s demand for action against Pinarayi Vijayan. The dispute has raised questions about the party’s political consistency

Reliance Industries said Indian and foreign companies must follow the same rules for satellite communications, responding to Elon Musk’s criticism over Starlink’s India entry. The company welcomed competition, noting Jio’s satellite services are also awaiting government clearances before launch

The government raised the windfall tax on petrol exports to Rs 2.5 per litre and reduced the diesel export duty to Rs 8.5 per litre from October 16. The fortnightly revision comes amid volatile global crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a peaceful Tricolour march to Delhi’s Connaught Place, alleging police restrictions, surveillance and illegal detentions. The party demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s removal, citing alleged electoral irregularities and seeking an independent Election Commission

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty traded lower on Friday amid mixed global cues, despite gains in IT stocks. Strong corporate earnings, rupee strength and falling US bond yields supported market sentiment, while elevated crude prices and FII selling remained concerns

Parineeti Chopra shared a makeup hack for hotel rooms with poor lighting, advising users to direct light towards a mirror for a softer reflection. The actress recently appeared in projects including Amar Singh Chamkila, Shaque: Trust No One and Reporting Live

Abhinandita Dayal Mathur, former cultural adviser to Manish Sisodia, announced her departure from AAP, saying she had been inactive for months and held no official position. Her exit follows former spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar’s departure and move to Congress

India’s coir industry has over 21,000 registered units, employing 2.3 lakh people, while exports surged 305 per cent over a decade to Rs 6,614.40 crore in FY26. The sector supports over seven lakh workers, predominantly rural women

At least 13 children drowned after a boat capsized in the Ganga River in Bihar’s Vaishali district. Seven victims reportedly belonged to one family. Rescue teams are searching for missing passengers as residents protest over alleged administrative negligence

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against Sheshrao Bajrang Suryavanshi, the 14th accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. A Delhi fast-track court scheduled the next hearing for October 22, as investigations revealed alleged security lapses

A massive landslide in Nepal’s Gorkha district generated energy equivalent to a 3.5-magnitude earthquake, triggering repeated Budhi Gandaki River floods. The disaster left at least five people missing and damaged hydropower projects, roads and bridges, according to officials

Masked robbers allegedly tied up BJP leader Ramesh Yadav and stole cash and valuables worth Rs 50 lakh from his Kanpur farmhouse. Police are examining CCTV footage and questioning 14 people, including security guards, gunmen and a driver

Maharashtra ATS has intensified surveillance of the network linked to Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti, with intelligence inputs identifying around 16 handlers. Authorities allege the network recruits youths for suspicious activities and have urged citizens to remain vigilant against online radicalisation and easy-money offers