Daily News Wrap – BILKULONLINE
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- 9:00 PM | 18 Oct – 19 Oct 2026
National News Highlights
1. Tiger Shroff Firing Incident: Mumbai Police are investigating the firing incident outside actor Tiger Shroff’s residence, with reports indicating that the alleged shooters had planned an attack.
2. L.K. Advani Discharged: Veteran BJP leader L.K. Advani was discharged from a Delhi hospital after his health improved.
3. India Rejects OIC Resolutions: India rejected references concerning the country in resolutions adopted at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation foreign ministers’ meeting, calling them biased and unfounded.
4. Chinmay Sutar Creates Cricket History: Mizoram batter Chinmay Sutar scored an unbeaten 400 against Nagaland in a Ranji Trophy Plate Division match, achieving a rare milestone in Indian domestic cricket.
5. Nishad Kumar Wins Gold: Indian para-athlete Nishad Kumar won gold in the men’s T47 long jump at the Para Asian Games with a leap of 7.11 metres.
6. Heavy Rain Disrupts Chennai: Torrential rain caused severe waterlogging in several parts of Chennai, raising concerns over drainage infrastructure and flood preparedness.
7. Rain Alert Across Southern India: The India Meteorological Department warned of heavy rain, thunderstorms and lightning across several southern states over the coming days.
8. Dussehra Holiday for Schools: Educational institutions in several states observed holidays for Durga Ashtami and Dussehra celebrations, with schedules varying by state and institution.
9. Journalist Murder Case in Uttar Pradesh: Police registered a case following the reported killing of a journalist in Hapur, bringing renewed attention to journalist safety.
10. Delhi University Announces PhD Test Details: Delhi University released entrance-test details for PhD applicants holding four-year undergraduate degrees, outlining the examination pattern and syllabus.
International News Highlights
1. Protests Escalate in France: Demonstrations over living costs and conditions in schools intensified, with reports of clashes, vandalism and arrests in Paris.
2. Deadly Fire at Canadian Military Base: Four soldiers were reported killed in a fire at a Canadian military base, while several others remained in critical condition.
3. Tensions Around the Strait of Hormuz: Reports emerged of a vessel catching fire following a sea-mine blast in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, amid continuing US-Iran tensions.
4. Gaza Faces Growing Food Shortage Concerns: Humanitarian concerns deepened as Israel halted commercial shipments into Gaza, raising fears about food availability for civilians.
5. Global Biodiversity Targets at Risk: A new assessment warned that countries are falling behind on international biodiversity commitments, including protecting ecosystems and restoring damaged habitats ahead of the 2030 targets.
Quote of the Day
“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.”
— Vincent van Gogh
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