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The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to clarify decision-making processes related to voter roll revisions. It emphasized that decisions should be taken unanimously or by majority among commission members only. Senior advocate Vikas Singh argued for preserving records and scrutiny of the commission's actions. The court will examine allegations of unilateral actions against the Chief Election Commissioner.

The National Commission for Women has released guidelines aimed at improving safety for women passengers using app-based transport services. These measures include verifying the background of drivers and ensuring proper identification matches. Additionally, the guidelines address issues related to late-night travel and unauthorized changes in drivers or vehicles. Aggregators are encouraged to create a verified pool of women drivers to enhance safety.

Jammu & Kashmir high court has quashed the preventive detention of Mashooq Ahmad Shah under the Public Safety Act. The court found the allegations against him to be vague and lacking necessary details. Justice Rajnesh Oswal ruled that his detention violated constitutional guarantees under Article 22(5). Shah had been accused of anti-national activities without sufficient evidence. Consequently, the court directed his immediate release if not wanted in other cases.

Out of the 19 Appellate Tribunals set up by the Election Commission in March, only 16 remain functional, as three retired judges — Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, Justice Ranjit Bag and Justice Indrajit Chatterjee — have quit, citing various functional issues. Their positions remain vacant.

India conducted an unexpected anti-satellite missile test in 2019, which surprised US security agencies completely. The former NRO officer David Grusch recounted his experiences during the incident on a podcast. India announced its capability after destroying a defunct satellite, making it the fourth country to achieve such technology. This test led to concerns about debris affecting US satellites in orbit.

Former Home Secretary, Delhi L-T among delegation which sought to serve CEC with a “public impeachment notice”; heavy police barricading prevented the group from reaching the ECI office

The new bridge, which is being constructed across the Perandoor Canal and will connect Vaduthala and Perandoor, will serve as a key transport link and enable people to travel quickly from Container Road via Vaduthala to Kaloor, thereby bypassing the congested National Highway

Bhupender Yadav said the milestone was the outcome of nearly a decade of unwavering dedication by our scientists, researchers, and ground staff to help the Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird, reclaim the deserts of Rajasthan

Mr. Ravikumar said that an order issued on January 12, 2026, states that MPs representing the area must be invited to public functions organised by a Government office

A Russian drone struck the MV Royad Mammadov cargo vessel in the Black Sea, resulting in two fatalities. Among the crew were three Indian nationals, one of whom sustained injuries and received medical care. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed that the ship's captain was killed in the attack and expressed condolences. Romanian authorities responded to the incident by rescuing 11 crew members and recovering two deceased individuals.

Converting public land for private luxury residences prioritises the luxury of a few over the lives of millions

Marriages taking place on or after the date of issue of the government order would be covered under the scheme

The police also conducted searches at the residences of the three accused in connection with their alleged role in facilitating Veeramani’s offences

The exercise, being conducted from October 5-18, aims to enhance inter-operability, mutual understanding and cooperation, with a focus on mountain warfare, it said

The proposal to confer additional duty charge to these officers was initiated on August 25, “much before the present set of events”, the government said

During this year's Navratri, vadodara's garba events have embraced luxury, offering participants premium packages that promise comfort and exclusivity. Attendees can enjoy benefits like valet parking, VIP seating, and personalized services to enhance their experience. Special packages are also available for non-resident Indians and out-of-state guests seeking convenience. Meanwhile, Ahmedabad is stepping up with high-priced options, indicating a broader shift toward exquisite and lavish festival celebrations.

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye have agreed to enhance military cooperation to address regional security threats. Following recent attacks by Yemen's Houthi group, the three countries will activate collective deterrence measures. The emergency meeting of the Mecca Defence Alliance in Riyadh led to this commitment. Saudi-backed forces are also launching an offensive against the Houthis in Yemen to regain control.