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National News Highlights
1. Heavy Rains Lash Kerala; Four Killed, Six Swept Away
Heavy rain triggered landslides and flash floods in Kerala. The IMD issued an orange alert for six districts, while authorities stepped up monitoring and evacuation preparedness.
2. J&K Assembly Session Begins Amid Protests
The Jammu & Kashmir Assembly’s autumn session opened amid noisy protests by BJP MLAs. The House was adjourned after the disruption during Question Hour.
3. Supreme Court Sets Rules on Re-Arrest After Unlawful Detention
The Supreme Court ruled that a person released because of an unconstitutional arrest cannot be mechanically re-arrested. Police must provide reasons and obtain the required magistrate’s approval.
4. Delhi Air Quality Hits 62-Day High
Delhi’s AQI deteriorated sharply amid dry weather and slow winds. The city recorded an average AQI of 160, while the IMD forecast no significant rain over the coming week.
5. Delhi Schools Receive Bomb Threats
Three Delhi schools — Mother International School, Navy Children’s School and Bal Bharti School — received bomb threats, prompting search and security operations.
6. Allahabad HC Orders Probe Into Alleged Caste-Based Humiliation
The Allahabad High Court directed the formation of committees to independently examine allegations of caste-based humiliation and discrimination at Dr Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj.
7. India-Mongolia Begin Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2026
The 18th edition of the India-Mongolia joint military exercise began in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. The exercise will continue until October 3.
8. India-Sri Lanka Naval Exercise SLINEX-26 Concludes
Indian and Sri Lankan navies conducted professional exchanges, cross-deck visits and maritime training during the harbour phase of Exercise SLINEX-26 in Visakhapatnam.
9. Assam Gets Northeast’s First Space Surveillance Facility
A new space surveillance facility was among the major developments announced in Assam, as the state strengthened its role in India’s emerging space and security infrastructure.
10. IIT Bombay Suspends Professor Amid Student Death Probe
IIT Bombay suspended a professor from his deanship and issued an apology amid an ongoing investigation into the death of a student. The case has also triggered discussions among students and faculty.
International News Highlights
1. Iran Warns US Against Further Escalation
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warned that it could change its weapons, tactics and targets if the United States escalates the ongoing conflict. A tanker was also hit by an unidentified projectile near the Strait of Hormuz.
2. Russia Strikes Zaporizhzhia After Major Ukrainian Drone Attack
Russian forces launched strikes on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia after Ukraine carried out a major drone offensive against Russia. Residential buildings and other facilities were damaged and casualties were reported.
3. UN General Assembly Opens Amid Wars and Climate Concerns
World leaders are gathering in New York for the UN General Assembly, with conflicts in Iran, Gaza and Ukraine, climate change and the risks associated with artificial intelligence among the key issues.
4. Typhoon Dujuan Threatens Japan
Typhoon Dujuan approached Japan’s Pacific coast, bringing warnings of torrential rain, strong winds and landslides. More than 300 mm of rain was recorded in some areas, while an Asian Games equestrian event was postponed.
5. Pakistan Reports Airstrikes on Afghanistan
Pakistan said its forces struck suspected militant hideouts in Afghanistan, while Kabul reported civilian deaths and injuries. The strikes have added to tensions between the two neighbouring countries.
Quote of the Day
“You cannot cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water.”
— Rabindranath Tagore
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