States

An engineering student in Kolkata was allegedly raped by her classmate after he reportedly laced her drink with drugs. The accused was arrested in Anandapur and sent to police custody; investigations are underway

In Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, 27 Naxalites, including 10 women and 16 with bounties totaling ₹50 lakh, surrendered citing disillusionment with Maoist ideology. Officials credited government rehabilitation efforts and increasing security presence for encouraging the surrender, offering assistance and protection

The family of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who died by suicide in Chandigarh, consented to his autopsy nine days later. His note accused senior officers of caste-based bias. Political leaders demand justice and action against those responsible

The TN government revoked the manufacturing licence of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the company behind adulterated cough syrup Coldrif linked to child deaths in Madhya Pradesh. Authorities cited toxic Diethylene Glycol content, over 300 violations, and lack of GMP/GLP compliance, and ordered a full shutdown

Kerala has declared snakebite envenomation a disease of "utmost public health importance" to improve data collection and treatment standards. The move follows a High Court directive after a schoolgirl’s death, amid rising human-snake encounters and growing health concerns

A medical student from Odisha was allegedly gang-raped by unidentified men outside a private college in Durgapur, West Bengal. Police have begun investigations, while NCW, State parties, and doctors’ forums demand swift justice and enhanced safety measures for women

Ayodhya is witnessing a major transformation under CM Yogi Adityanath ahead of Deepotsav. The city’s Ram Ki Paidi and Saryu ghats have been upgraded with new galleries, lighting, and landscaping to enhance tourism, spirituality, and global appeal

BJP criticises Mamata Banerjee for threatening “riots and violence” over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal. The EC assured no valid voters will be removed, dismissing TMC’s concerns ahead of Assembly elections

Ranganathan, owner of Tamil Nadu-based Sresan Pharma, was arrested by Madhya Pradesh police with Chennai assistance in connection with adulterated Coldrif cough syrup linked to multiple child deaths. Authorities seized documents and are investigating hygiene and labelling lapses at his factory

Tamil Nadu has sealed a Chennai-based pharma unit that made the banned cough syrup Coldrif, linked to 20 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh. The state warned of criminal action as an MP police SIT probed the factory, which tested positive for toxic chemicals

Air India’s Amritsar-Birmingham Boeing 787 experienced an unexpected deployment of its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during landing on October 4 but landed safely. The aircraft was grounded for inspection, and a Birmingham-Delhi flight was canceled. Investigation is ongoing

Two 13-year-old girls from Kolar, missing since Thursday, were found dead in a well. A suicide note was recovered, though parents alleged foul play. Post-mortem ruled out assault or murder. Police registered an unnatural death case and are investigating further

Following child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly linked to contaminated Coldrif cough syrup, CDSCO has launched inspections across six States. Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh have banned the syrup, while authorities investigate manufacturing lapses and advise caution for paediatric use

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge and Andhra Pradesh counterpart Nara Lokesh engaged in an online spat over startup relocation. Kharge criticised Lokesh’s overtures to lure Bengaluru startups to Vizag, calling it “desperate scavenging,” while Lokesh defended AP’s investment initiatives

When roads crack, so does public trust. India’s potholes are less about asphalt and more about accountability

A male tiger and two female cubs were found dead in Madhya Pradesh's Kanha Tiger Reserve, killed in separate territorial fights with other big cats. Post-mortems confirmed the cause, and carcasses were disposed of per NTCA guidelines

Travancore Devaswom Board will seek a Kerala High Court probe into the gold plating of Sabarimala's Dwarapalaka idols from 1998–2025. Allegations involve donor Unnikrishnan Potty, with TDB vigilance set to interrogate him amid concerns over documentation and accountability.

NCPOR launched a direct cargo flight from Goa to Antarctica, enhancing logistics for India's polar research. Carrying 18 tons of supplies, the DROMLAN-operated aircraft supports scientific missions at Bharati and Maitri stations, via Cape Town, South Africa

NCC Directorate of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana excelled at the All India Vayu Sainik Camp 2025 in Bengaluru, with a 38-cadet contingent competing in aviation and NCC events. CPL K. Udaya won bronze in Health & Hygiene

A Garba celebration at a Thane housing society was disrupted after eggs were allegedly thrown from the 16th floor by a resident citing noise concerns. Police registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, while additional security was deployed to maintain order

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah condemned BJP leader Printu Mahadevan’s alleged death threat against Rahul Gandhi during a TV debate, questioning PM Modi and Amit Shah’s silence. He linked the remark to a pattern of violent intimidation, recalling past assassinations of dissenting voices

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, 83, was admitted to M.S. Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru with fatigue, fever, and breathing issues after campaigning in Bihar. Doctors say his condition is stable and under monitoring, while hospital authorities await issuing an official statement

A mid-air scuffle erupted on an Air India Delhi-Lucknow flight between Amethi MLA Rakesh Pratap Singh and passenger Samad Ali over use of abusive language. Cabin crew intervened, and police registered an FIR after Singh lodged a complaint in Lucknow

BJP leader Arjun Singh alleged that crude bombs were hurled, shots fired, and his car vandalised outside his Bhatpara home in West Bengal. He blamed political rivals, while TMC denied the claims. Police have denied gunfire and are investigating