National & Political News
- INDIA Bloc Protest: The INDIA bloc leaders gathered at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi for a "public impeachment" campaign targeting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, accusing the Election Commission of mishandling electoral processes.
- Delhi Voter Roll Controversy: Booth-level officers (BLOs) and BJP booth agents in Delhi are under scrutiny for filing deletion forms against Muslim voters and asking for extensive citizenship proofs beyond Aadhaar.
- Supreme Court on Fertility Rates: The Supreme Court observed that statutory two-child penalties and related restrictions have become outdated given India's falling fertility rate.
Business & Economy
- Jio Platforms IPO: Jio Platforms' initial public offering turned into the largest subscribed issue, receiving bids over 20.5 times by day three.
- Corporate Earnings: Axis Bank reported a Q2 net profit of ₹7,003 crore (up 38%), while IDBI Bank saw its Q2 net profit slip 39% to ₹2,205 crore due to operating expenses and provisions.
- Industrial Output: India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growth slowed to a four-month low of 6.7% in September 2026.
Science & Society
- House Lizards and Food Safety: A scientific article clarifies that common house geckos are not poisonous, though they can contaminate a meal and pose minor food-safety concerns.
- ISRO Mission: Editorial and updates highlight the slow recovery and resource challenges facing ISRO's GSLV-F18 mission following the recent orbital placement of the NVS-03 navigation satellite.
International Affairs
- U.S. Midterm Elections: Ongoing results show political shifts and economic pressures in the U.S., with President Donald Trump commenting on the midterm outcomes and foreign policy implications.
- Nepal Helicopter Collision: An Indian national was killed and another injured after two helicopters collided in Solukhumbu, Nepal.
