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Dhaka remained under tight security as authorities deployed troops ahead of the International Crimes Tribunal’s verdict date announcement against deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The Awami League’s “lockdown” call led to empty streets, bus arson incidents, and public anxiety amid fears of unrest

President Donald Trump signed a funding bill ending a 43-day US government shutdown that strained workers and divided Congress. The compromise funds key agencies, restores worker protections, and delays the Affordable Care Act subsidy debate, leaving healthcare and tax credit disputes unresolved

The US imposed sanctions on 32 entities and individuals from countries including India, China, and Iran for aiding Iran’s ballistic missile and UAV programmes. India-based Farmlane Pvt Ltd was linked to illicit procurement, as Washington intensified pressure under President Trump’s directive

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised India’s “measured and professional” investigation into the Red Fort car explosion, calling it a terrorist attack. He affirmed US support if needed, while India vowed zero tolerance for terrorism and ongoing high-level monitoring

China is rapidly advancing toward its first crewed lunar landing by 2030, developing new spacecraft, rockets, and spacesuits. Its steady progress rivals NASA’s Artemis program, raising geopolitical stakes and highlighting Beijing’s growing technological, strategic, and symbolic ambitions in space exploration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kalachakra Empowerment ceremony with Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and former King Jigme Singye Wangchuck during the Global Peace Prayer Festival, reaffirming India-Bhutan cultural and spiritual ties and discussing cooperation in energy, trade, technology, and connectivity

The Indian Army is establishing the Lachit Borphukan Military Station at Bamunigaon in Assam’s Dhubri district near the Bangladesh border to strengthen intelligence, border security, and regional stability amid rising concerns over cross-border crimes, fundamentalist activities, and geopolitical tensions

At 92, Lakshmi Devamma from Vengal Rao Nagar exemplified democratic commitment by voting in the Jubilee Hills by-election despite poor health. Assisted by polling staff with a wheelchair, her determination inspired others to fulfill their civic duty 

Delhi Police registered an FIR under UAPA and the Explosives Act after a car blast near Red Fort killed nine people. Preliminary probe links the attack to the Faridabad terror module. Home Minister Amit Shah will review security amid nationwide alerts

The death toll from Monday’s blast near Delhi’s Red Fort rose to 12 after three more victims died. A car explosion near the Red Fort metro station prompted police to register an FIR under UAPA and the Explosives Act, triggering citywide security raids

West Bengal Police’s cybercrime wing uncovered a ₹317-crore online fraud involving 148 shell companies and businessman Pawan Ruia. Raids at his residence and offices revealed funds diverted through fake firms, with ₹170 crore allegedly converted into cryptocurrency to evade detection

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bhutan for a two-day visit to attend the 70th birthday celebrations of the fourth king, Jigme Singye Wangchuck. He will hold talks with Bhutan’s leaders and jointly inaugurate the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II hydroelectric project

Rajyalakshmi Yarlagadda, a 23-year-old Indian student from Andhra Pradesh and recent Texas A&M University graduate, died in the US after suffering from severe cough and chest pain. A GoFundMe campaign seeks $125,000 to repatriate her body and support her grieving family

Security has been intensified across Bihar ahead of the second phase of assembly elections on November 11, with over 4 lakh personnel, including CAPF, Bihar Police, and home guards, deployed to ensure peaceful polling across 122 constituencies and 45,399 polling stations

An 8-year-old tribal girl who went missing from a government-run ashram school in Parli, Palghar district, was found safe at a villager’s home in Mandva Bochalpada. Police traced her using CCTV footage and reunited her with her parents

Seven of India’s top 10 most valued firms saw their combined market capitalization drop by ₹88,635 crore last week amid weak equities, with Bharti Airtel and TCS leading losses. Reliance, HDFC Bank, and Infosys also declined, while SBI, LIC, and Bajaj Finance gained

Jammu and Kashmir Police intensified anti-terror operations across Jammu, targeting terrorists operating from Pakistan and their overground workers. Massive search and cordon operations were conducted in Ramban, Kathua, Rajouri, and Doda to trace suspects, verify antecedents, and strengthen regional security networks

A viral six-second video showing a man feeding liquor to a tiger was confirmed fake and AI-generated by Nagpur Rural Police, who issued a legal notice to the Mumbai-based Instagram user behind the misleading post linked to Pench Tiger Reserve

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum’s public groping incident has reignited debate over gender violence, but political opponents accuse her of exploiting it to divert attention from escalating political violence in Michoacan, highlighting Mexico’s deep political polarisation and persistent security challenges

Pakistan plans to introduce a “Commander of Defence Forces” (CDF) position through the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment to Article 243, aiming for unified military command after recent India-Pakistan clashes, with conditional political backing and defence reforms under discussion

China has officially commissioned its third and most advanced aircraft carrier, *Fujian*, designed and built domestically. Featuring an electromagnetic launch system, the carrier marks a major leap in Beijing’s naval power and global ambitions as it seeks to rival US maritime dominance

Typhoon Kalmaegi battered central Vietnam after devastating the Philippines, killing at least five people and leaving massive destruction in Dak Lak, Gia Lai, and Quang Ngai. The storm damaged thousands of homes, cut power to millions, and followed weeks of severe regional flooding

US President Donald Trump said he may visit India next year at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation, praising him as a “great man.” Trump also claimed India reduced Russian oil imports and reiterated that tariffs helped him “end” the India-Pakistan conflict

Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi commissioned INS Ikshak in Kochi, the Indian Navy’s third indigenously designed Survey Vessel (Large). Built by GRSE, the ship features advanced hydrographic systems, women’s accommodation, and dual roles for survey and humanitarian missions, showcasing India’s Atmanirbhar defence capability