Breaking News Highlights Updates: Congress declares October 7 'Black Day', calls for nationwide protests on October 8

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Official says WHO doesn't know exactly how a lab worker in Russia died amid concerns about possible pneumonic plague, reports AP

There is misuse of Form-7 applications to delete genuine voters

Seemapuri building collapse: 3 dead, 8 injured

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's mother, Rupi Soren passes away

Congress calls October 8 protests across states, districts, blocks

Delhi Police to file FIR over alleged assault on cops at protest

Won't stop protest till CEC Gyanesh resigns: Rahul

Meta acts on 5.3 million child exploitation posts in India

Rahul Gandhi shows victory sign after being detained by police

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra removed as INDIA bloc MPs detained near Jantar Mantar

Rahul Gandhi detained near Jantar Mantar sit-in

Rahul, Priyanka get off bus as MPs stopped on Ashoka Road

"Is this the way? You can see what they are doing..."

CEC protest Live: Rahul Gandhi, INDIA bloc MPs head to Jantar Mantar

CEC protest Live: Opposition MPs’ buses stopped on Ashoka Road

Congress MPs climb atop bus heading to Jantar Mantar

There are no epidemic risks to the population of Russia's Irkutsk region, Interfax reported, citing the health watchdog

Multi-storey building collapses in Delhi's Seemapuri, rescue teams deployed

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has extended his contract with the club until 2030

INDIA bloc MPs to protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar; heavy security deployed

The Supreme Court refused to interfere with the Calcutta High Court order granting interim bail to Milan Pradhan, the Congress candidate in the Nandigram bypoll

An adviser to Iran's Revolutionary Guards commander said “illegal routes” in the Strait of Hormuz would soon be closed, Fars News reported

Every FIR against me is a medal for me: Rahul Gandhi after FIR filed against him for forcibly entering Akashvani Bhawan premises

We are fighting for democracy in India. Names of about 13 crore people have been removed from the voters' list. They have become second-class citizens. There should not be 2 types of citizens in India: One with voting rights and the other without voting rights. So, this is like freedom struggle. Under the citizenship of Rahul Gandhi, we are fighting for the rights of the people of India. We want Gyanesh Kumar to immediately resign. The PM should also resign taking the responsibility that he has made him remove names of 13 crore people..

Modi ji is making EC commit mistakes, we have decided that we'll together raise voice of people: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge

Rahul Gandhi to lead Opposition protest at Jantar Mantar, demands CEC’s resignation

Kremlin says media reports on Siberian plague lab incident are false; no Putin-Trump call agreed

Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai win 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Dixon, Gemtek form 60:40 JV for optical gear

Tropical Storm Isaias forms in Gulf, may become first 2026 hurricane

Amit Kumar named interim Google Cloud India leader

WHO seeks Russia’s clarification on severe pneumonia cases

WATCH: Rahul Gandhi arrives at Sagar Ratna for INDIA bloc MPs’ lunch hosted by Kharge

Rubio flags Hormuz energy risks, vows allied action on AI threats

EU weighs curbs on Chinese hybrid vehicle imports

AISA, CJP, opposition to join October 10 protest against CEC

Starlink’s Lauren Dreyer says 11,000 satellites provide global coverage

Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) has presented its budget for 2027-28, projecting a deficit of Rs 1,317.50 crore

"CJP and all the youth of the country, meaning all the comrades, are going to reach Jantar Mantar on October 10. We have formally informed the Delhi Police and requested them to cooperate with us while maintaining the law and order situation. Based on our discussions, they have also taken an undertaking from us. We have completed all the formalities required and given the undertaking, and we expect the Delhi Police to cooperate... youth of the country are coming out on the streets again, and this time they will not leave the streets until Gyanesh Kumar resigns. I want to tell you again that this is not just a movement or protest of CJP; this is a protest by Gen-Z and the youth. Therefore, all the youth of the country should come. Our slogan is 'Chalo Delhi'. All comrades should assemble, and until NTA's resignation, we will not return. We expect a large number of people to come, and accordingly, we have informed the police.

The IOA says 'Rising Together' will be the vision for India's 2036 Olympic bid and that it will present its ambition to the IOC's Future Host Commission at the end of this month

SC asks Rajpal Yadav to deposit Rs 2 crore by October 13

SC to examine plea to recall split verdict on CEC, EC appointment law

25 years in government: Modi says public service journey belongs to the nation, salutes workers

“Earlier, there was talk of policy paralysis; now, people talk about the reform express”: PM Modi on the difference between the previous UPA government and his government

“Those who stood by me showed me the power of faith, while those who opposed me taught me the power of democracy”: PM Modi

PM Modi says 25 years in office is about service, not personal glorification

PM Modi calls 25 years of public trust an asset for the nation

WATCH: PM Modi sets out vision for Viksit Bharat 2047, Olympics hosting and global manufacturing hub

The people have always chosen me to serve them. Today, I pay tribute to India's democracy and its Constitution. I also extend my heartfelt appreciation to all the citizens participating in the 'Seva Jyoti Yatra'. This morning I visited the Sri Vinayaka Temple to offer prayers. I prayed to the Almighty for the nation—for the 1.4 billion people of India—and for myself as well. My prayer was that the Almighty grant me the strength and capability to work for my country with even greater energy

“I bow before the people of India for their trust in me”: PM Modi on completing 25 years as head of government

I am still a student, I want to keep learning everyday: PM Modi on his 25 years in office

PM Modi says every success motivated him to keep going, while marking 25 years in office

PM Modi marks 25 years in public service

FIR against Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi for entering Akashvani Bhawan during Opposition protest

Over lunch, Opposition MPs to sign letter seeking meeting with CEC: ANI Sources

Israel strikes Gaza as Oct 7 anniversary marked at Nova festival site; 2 reported dead

ED arrests suspended KPSC chairman, member in Karnataka veterinary recruitment scam

Pacific nations urge stronger climate action as 1.5°C warming limit comes under threat

Indian crew evacuated after Ukraine drone strike sets oil tanker ablaze off Russia's Black Sea coast

BJP's Tarun Chugh attacks Mann over corruption allegations, says Punjab has become AAP's ‘ATM for looting’

Pakistan-linked espionage network busted in Andhra Pradesh, 2 arrested under ‘Operation Firewall’

Houthis claim attacks on Saudi airbase, Abha and Riyadh airports

Delhi: Woman dies after LPG cylinder catches fire at house in Sannoth

PM Narendra Modi offers prayers at Shri Vinayaka Mandir as he completes 25 years as Head of Government today

Radhakrishnan, Yogi, Chouhan hail Modi as he completes 25 years at helm of government

Fire breaks out at DUSU office in Delhi University’s North Campus, no casualties

Section 163 orders imposed around Jantar Mantar after INDIA bloc protest

Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted Houthi missile north of Riyadh

Messi signs off from international football with goal as Argentina beat Benin

Kejriwal backs ‘Vote Chori’ movement, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

Chhattisgarh secures Rs 43,600 crore FDI commitments from Singapore visit

Israel marks three years since October 7 attack as Gaza ceasefire holds and election looms

Messi gets tearful farewell from teammates, fans amid last Argentina game