Trump Turns to Putin for Russian Diesel as US Fuel Prices Surge
Washington | October 10, 2026 US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to bring Russian diesel to American and global markets, following a sharp rise in fuel prices. The move comes after Washington pressured countries, including India and China, over their purchases of Russian
Delhi Deploys 35,000 Security Personnel With Body Cameras Ahead of CJP Protest
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 Delhi has deployed more than 35,000 police and paramilitary personnel ahead of a planned demonstration by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) against the Election Commission. Security measures include body-worn cameras, drones, facial recognition systems and extensive barricading across the capital. The protest organisers are
Delhi Tightens Border Security Ahead of October 10 Protest Over Voter List Revision
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 Delhi Police has intensified security checks at the capital’s borders and key entry points ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and INDIA bloc supporters. The demonstration centres on alleged irregularities in electoral rolls, the Special Intensive
India’s Forex Reserves Fall $50 Billion Despite Record NRI Deposits: Here’s Why
Mumbai | October 9, 2026 India’s foreign exchange reserves have declined by more than $50 billion in less than a month, falling from a record $785.71 billion on September 4 to $734.6 billion on October 2. The decline comes despite substantial foreign currency inflows through the Reserve Bank of India’s
Meta Muse AI Tracks User Habits and Relationships, Raising Privacy Concerns
Technology | October 9, 2026 Meta’s personal AI assistant, Muse, is drawing attention over how much personal information it can analyse and retain. A report by TIME, cited by Business Today, says the assistant can build detailed profiles from conversations, messages and emails it accesses, including users’ preferences, social relationships
Indian Flydubai Pilot Smit Machchhar to Receive Israel’s Civilian Heroism Award
Tel Aviv | October 9, 2026 Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar will receive Israel’s Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism for his actions during an alleged hijacking attempt aboard a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. Israeli President Isaac Herzog announced the honour, praising the captain’s courage and professionalism in helping
Elon Musk Denies Starlink Was Used by Insurgents in Manipur
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has rejected claims that Starlink satellite internet was used by insurgent groups in Manipur, stating that the company’s satellite beams are switched off over India. His comments have renewed questions about the recovery of Starlink equipment during a security operation
Kerala High Court Orders FIR Against Pinarayi Vijayan in CMRL Bribery Case
The Kerala High Court on Friday directed the state police to register a First Information Report (FIR) against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T. Veena, and her husband, former minister P. A. Mohammed Riyas, in connection with the alleged CMRL-Exalogic bribery case. The order followed a petition challenging
New Zealand Suffer Double Injury Blow Ahead of India T20I Series
New Zealand have suffered a setback ahead of their five-match T20 International series against India, with key players Mark Chapman and Zak Foulkes ruled out due to injuries. The Black Caps have named Josh Clarkson and Blair Tickner as replacements for the upcoming series, which begins on October 22. Mark
Saudi Arabia Says Missile Debris Damages Riyadh Kindergarten Amid Houthi Attacks
Riyadh | October 9, 2026 Saudi authorities reported that debris from an intercepted ballistic missile damaged a kindergarten and a medical clinic complex in Riyadh as Yemen’s Houthi movement claimed attacks targeting Saudi Arabia’s capital and other locations. The incident comes amid an escalation in regional hostilities. Missile Interception Causes
