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National News Highlights
- Gujarat UCC Bill gets President’s assent
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026. The law covers marriage, divorce, succession, adoption and live-in relationships; its implementation will follow notification of the rules. - Protests over voter-roll changes continue in Delhi
Police detained several people during a second day of demonstrations against electoral-roll changes. Protesters are demanding action from the Election Commission, while authorities maintain that the verification exercise is aimed at ensuring accurate voter lists. - Uttarakhand final electoral roll shows major reduction in electors
The final roll following the Special Intensive Revision has recorded more than eight lakh fewer electors. The Election Commission has directed officials to identify eligible people missing from the list and facilitate their enrolment. - India’s proposal on Ukraine war gets positive response
Ukraine has described India’s proposal for ending the war as comprehensive, while Russian President Vladimir Putin has also referred positively to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ideas for a mutually acceptable solution. - Five Indians rescued after tanker incident in Strait of Hormuz
Five Indian nationals were safely rescued after the Kuwait-flagged tanker MT Kazimah III was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. The Indian Embassy in Oman coordinated the rescue. - Sabarmati River bridge for bullet train project completed
NHSRCL has completed a 480-metre bridge across the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. The structure rises about 36 metres above the river. - Food safety inspections increase ahead of festivals
Food-safety inspections have increased substantially ahead of the festive season, with authorities focusing on products such as sweets, milk, ghee, khoya and paneer amid concerns over adulteration. - Dengue cases reported among National Unity Day parade personnel
Twenty-four personnel involved in the National Unity Day parade in Gujarat have tested positive for dengue, with additional personnel reportedly under observation after developing symptoms. - Gujarat health admissions leave thousands of AYUSH seats vacant
More than 2,700 BAMS and BHMS state-quota seats remained vacant after the first round of reporting in Gujarat, according to figures reported from the admission process. - India records strong Asian Games performance
India entered the final phase of the 2026 Asian Games with a major medal haul. On October 2 alone, India won 10 medals, including six gold medals.
🌍 5 International News Updates
- North Korea confirms intermediate-range missile test
North Korea confirmed that it conducted an intermediate-range strategic missile test. South Korea said the missile travelled more than 700 km before falling into waters off the country’s east coast. - Russia warns diplomats to leave Kyiv amid intensified strikes
Russia said it would continue what it described as retaliatory strikes against Ukrainian targets and advised foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv. Ukraine and Russia continue to accuse each other of attacks on civilian infrastructure. - G7 agrees to release oil and diesel reserves
G7 countries have agreed to release strategic oil and diesel stocks amid concerns over global energy supplies. The move is intended to ease pressure on fuel markets affected by continuing geopolitical tensions. - Tensions rise between Iran and the United States
Iran is reportedly preparing a broader response in case of renewed large-scale US military action, while diplomatic channels remain open. Tehran has also been seeking conditions for ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. - North Korea missile launch raises regional tensions
The latest missile test comes amid continuing friction between North Korea, South Korea and Japan. Pyongyang has conducted more than 10 missile tests this year, according to Reuters.
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— Winston Churchill
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