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Security tightened over planned October 2 protest at Jantar Mantar

Security has been tightened in Delhi ahead of a proposed October 2 protest at Jantar Mantar, with police denying permission and deploying forces.

NPS Tatkal facility launched amid demand for restoration of OPS

Amid demands for restoration of OPS, PFRDA has launched the NPS Tatkal facility, allowing citizens to open NPS accounts instantly through BHIM-UPI.

Supreme Court asks CEC appointment law petitioner to approach CJI

The Supreme Court did not hear a petition on the CEC and Election Commissioners appointment law, with Justice Dipankar Datta asking the petitioner to approach the CJI.

BAPS cleared in Eiffel Tower row, operations chief to resign

New details have emerged in the Eiffel Tower controversy involving a BAPS delegation, women employees, an internal probe and the resignation of the operating company’s chief.

US Sends 9,000 Additional Troops to West Asia Amid Iran Tensions

The United States is sending about 9,000 additional troops to West Asia amid rising tensions with Iran, including sailors, Marines and another aircraft carrier.

Pakistan signs drone deal with company linked to Trump sons

Pakistan has signed an agreement with American drone technology company Powerus for unmanned aerial systems, with links to a firm in which Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump hold investments.

Netanyahu Says Flydubai Attack Suspect Had Alleged Radical Islamist Views

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the accused Omani co-pilot in the Flydubai attack case was allegedly influenced by radical Islamist views.

Trump says Flydubai co-pilot’s possible Iran link under investigation after attack

An investigation continues into the alleged attack on Indian captain Smit Machhar aboard Flydubai flight FZ1073, as Donald Trump says a possible Iran link is being examined.

Bhajanlal Sharma Announces Rs 12,000 Crore Development Push for Shekhawati

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited Sikar and launched 83 development works worth more than Rs 12,000 crore for the Shekhawati region.

80 Combat Aircraft Showcase Air Power Over Rajasthan’s Desert Skies

The Indian Air Force’s multinational exercise Tarang Shakti-2026 is under way at Jodhpur, with over 80 fighter and military aircraft from several countries.

Rajasthan may see October heat with spells of above-normal rain

Rajasthan is expected to remain warmer than normal in October, with some areas likely to receive above-normal rainfall despite a 22 percent monsoon deficit.

ASP accused of spying on ACB in Udaipur bribery case

SOG ASP Mukesh Kumar Soni is being questioned by the ACB in Udaipur’s alleged Rs 2 crore bribery case, with investigators examining his iPhone and possible surveillance allegations.

Bhopal college holds blood donation drive on Voluntary Blood Donation Day

A blood donation programme was organised at Sarojini Naidu Government Girls Postgraduate College, Bhopal, by the NSS and Red Ribbon Club on Voluntary Blood Donation Day.

UPSC marks 100 years, Modi highlights role in good governance

The UPSC completed 100 years on October 1, 2026, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

Officials Meet Flood-Affected Families in Kushinagar, Review Ongoing Relief Measures

Officials visited flood-affected areas in Kushinagar district, met affected families, reviewed relief work and assured continued administrative support.

Chhattisgarh Civil Court to Continue Hearing Shahdol Village Land Dispute

The Chhattisgarh High Court has upheld the Janakpur civil court’s jurisdiction to hear a land dispute involving property in Shahdol and Chhattisgarh.

Railway Clerk Arrested in Bilaspur Over Alleged Ticket Touting Case

RPF arrested a Chief Commercial Clerk at Kargiroad railway reservation centre in Bilaspur over alleged ticket touting, seizing 15 tickets worth over Rs 76,000.

Makhanlal University Hosts Special Lecture Marking Gandhi-Shastri Jayanti in Bhopal

A special lecture was organised at Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication in Bhopal to mark Gandhi-Shastri Jayanti.

Street Play Raises Merit Scholarship Awareness at Sarojini Naidu College

A street play was organised at Sarojini Naidu College in Bhopal under Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026 to raise awareness about the merit scholarship scheme.

Advanced interceptor vehicles flagged off in Lucknow to boost road safety

Interceptor vehicles equipped with advanced equipment were flagged off in Lucknow to help monitor traffic violations and strengthen road safety and traffic management.