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Although India’s historical ties with Afghanistan and its discomfort with the Taliban are well known, the changing dynamics of the region demand a pragmatic approach

Piyush Pushp, a 20-year-old from Ranchi, died in a plane crash during pilot training at South Africa’s Vulcan Aviation Institute. He was close to completing his certification and pursuing a career as a commercial pilot.

Hamas released seven hostages as part of a major ceasefire deal with Israel after two years of war in Gaza. The agreement includes exchanging 20 hostages for 1,900 Palestinian prisoners, while global leaders, including Trump, discuss Gaza’s postwar future

US President Donald Trump said he plans to mediate the border conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, claiming it will be the “eighth war” he has resolved. En route to Egypt for the Gaza peace summit, Trump cited multiple past peace deals achieved under his leadership.

President Donald Trump said achieving peace in the Middle East is “harder” than ending the U.S. government shutdown, as he left for Egypt to attend a Gaza peace summit after brokering a landmark ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel’s military campaign “is not over,” despite a ceasefire with Hamas that has paused two years of conflict and paved the way for hostage and prisoner exchanges.

Israel readies to receive the last 20 living hostages from Gaza under a breakthrough ceasefire, while Palestinians await prisoner releases. The exchange, brokered with U.S. involvement, marks a major step toward ending two years of devastating war.

President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. may send Ukraine long-range Tomahawk missiles if Russia doesn’t move to end the war soon, signalling a tougher stance toward Vladimir Putin amid renewed Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.

John Campbell and Shai Hope's unbeaten fifties steered West Indies to 173/2 at stumps on Day 3 of the 2nd Test against India. India leads by 97 runs after Kuldeep Yadav's 5-wicket haul had forced the follow-on earlier in the day

Spanish duos Lucía Manquillo Alarza and Lucía Luján Rodríguez, and G. Figuerola Santiago and R. Belmont Pastor claimed the Women’s and Men’s titles respectively at the FIP Silver Radha TMT Indian Open held at KPGBA courts in Hyderabad

As guns fall silent in Gaza, a concerted effort is needed to rebuild trust and ensure lasting peace

The Indian women's U-17 football team begins their AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers against Kyrgyz Republic on October 13, 2025, in Bishkek. With a 21-year wait to qualify, India aims to secure a spot in the China 2026 tournament

Heavy gunfights erupted along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border after the Taliban accused Pakistan of airstrikes on Kabul and other regions. Both sides claimed significant action, raising fears of further escalation amid long-standing tensions and cross-border militant accusations.

Pakistan summoned the Afghan ambassador to protest the India-Afghanistan joint statement, objecting to references to Jammu and Kashmir and Afghan remarks on terrorism. Islamabad emphasized its humanitarian support for Afghan refugees while calling for regional peace and cooperation.

China has criticized the US decision to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods, calling it a case of “double standards.” Beijing said its rare-earth export controls were lawful and vowed to continue implementing them in a “prudential and moderate manner.”

US President Donald Trump said he has instructed the Pentagon to ensure military personnel are paid on October 15 despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, which entered its second week amid political deadlock between Republicans and Democrats.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with former US President Donald Trump to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defence amid escalating Russian strikes on energy facilities. Zelensky said Trump expressed willingness to support Kyiv’s defensive efforts.

England won by 89 runs against Sri Lanka in the Women’s World Cup, thanks to Nat Sciver-Brunt’s century (117) and Sophie Ecclestone’s 4/17. England set a target of 254, with Sri Lanka being bowled out for 164

China defeated defending champions Indonesia 2-0 in the final of the BWF World Junior Championships 2025 to lift the Suhandinata Cup for the 15th time. The final featured intense play, with both teams battling hard in thrilling sets

Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s week-long visit to New Delhi signals a strategic push to enhance bilateral trade. Over two dozen Afghan traders are expected to join him, focusing on sectors like dry fruits, pharmaceuticals, and infrastructure.

A new report warns that Sri Lanka’s KKS Port and Jaffna Airport projects must remain insulated from political changes. Supported by India’s $61 million grant, the projects are key to ensuring balanced post-crisis recovery and northern regional development

The US has sanctioned eight Indian nationals and several India-based firms for allegedly facilitating Iranian oil and LPG exports. The Treasury and State Departments said the entities helped Iran earn billions, adding them to Washington’s Specially Designated Nationals list

At least seven police officers were killed and 13 injured after militants attacked a police training school in Pakistan’s Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The assault, involving a suicide bombing and gunfight, marks another rise in militant violence in the region

A US-brokered ceasefire took effect in Gaza, allowing thousands of displaced Palestinians to return to their devastated homes. Israel confirmed plans to release the remaining hostages, while the UN prepares to resume large-scale humanitarian aid deliveries beginning Sunday.