Defence Minister @rajnathsingh to visit Dushanbe in #Tajikistan to represent India at the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The two-day meeting will start today. @DefenceMinIndia said that the meeting will focus on strengthening multilateral cooperation among #SCO Member States, particularly in the areas of trade, economy, investment, connectivity, innovation and cultural-humanitarian exchanges.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has accused the Congress and some opposition leaders of deliberately creating chaos through controversy, misinformation and false allegations. In an article for a daily newspaper, @rajnathsingh stressed on the need to challenge the falsehoods and restore public trust in constitutional institutions.

President Droupadi Murmu has extended greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Durga Puja. In her message, the President said that the festival of Durga Puja reflects India's rich spiritual heritage. She added that the festival of #DurgaPuja brings Indians together and the celebrations beautifully showcase India’s traditions, lifestyle, art and culture. #DroupadiMurmu

Maha Ashtami and Navmi are being celebrated across the country today. #DurgaPuja #DurgaPuja2026

Firing on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff | Mumbai Police: "An FIR has been registered against three unknown accused under Sections 109(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and Sections 3 and 25 of the Arms Act. Police investigation is underway to establish the identity of the accused."

West Bengal | A large number of devotees offer prayers at Kendua Shanti Sangha Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata, on the occasion of Navami - the ninth day of Navratri.

President Droupadi Murmu has extended greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Durga Puja. In her message, the President said that the festival of Durga Puja reflects India's rich spiritual heritage. She added that the festival of #DurgaPuja brings Indians together and the celebrations beautifully showcase India’s traditions, lifestyle, art and culture. #DroupadiMurmu

𝑨𝙨𝒊𝙖𝒏 𝑷𝙖𝒓𝙖 𝙂𝒂𝙢𝒆𝙨 || 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 🏹 India’s para-archer Sheetal Devi has equalled the world record and established a new Asian record in the women’s compound qualification round, scoring 704 out of a possible 720 points. She surpassed the previous Asian record of 698 points by 6 points, delivering an outstanding performance on the opening day of the competition. Sheetal continued to lead the standings, while India’s Payal Nag was placed 5th with 619 points, as the qualification round remained underway. #SheetalDevi | #AsianParaGames | #AsianParaGames2026

French President Emmanuel Macron has vowed legal action against those responsible for violence during protests across the country and described it as an attempt to bring 'down the republic'. In a televised address to the nation yesterday, #Macron said those responsible for vandalism and looting would be held accountable. @EmmanuelMacron also stressed the importance of distinguishing between protesters with legitimate grievances and those involved in violent incidents. #EmmanuelMacron #FranceProtest #France

Delhi Police has lodged an FIR against unknown persons for threatening the Special Executive Magistrate (SEM) in connection with the bail matter of CJP leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das: Delhi Police Sources

US President #DonaldTrump has claimed that negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict are making great progress, while defending his administration’s diplomatic approach towards Moscow. #Trump said he did not want to take any steps that could drive #Russia away from the negotiating table. He also referred to ongoing hostage negotiations and said he could sign the related document at a later stage.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann tweets, "The news of the horrific road accident that occurred in Alisher village, Sangrur, is extremely heartbreaking... The loss of 8 precious lives, including MGNREGA workers, in this accident is a very huge loss... The government will provide compensation of 2-2 lakh rupees to the families of the deceased, and the complete treatment of the injured will also be provided absolutely free by the Punjab government... The absconding driver will be apprehended soon, and strict action will be taken..."

West Bengal: Local court remands 7 people in Durga Puja pandal stampede

Firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff | A 35-year-old male was brought to Cooper Hospital at 7:10 PM with a history of a gunshot wound sustained at 6:30 PM in Vile Parle West while covering a football match featuring Tiger Shroff. The patient had an entry wound approximately 2 cm below the left nipple. The patient is currently in stable condition: BMC

Hyderabad, Telangana: Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna participated in the Saddula Bathukamma celebrations hosted by the Government of Telangana at Tank Bund

Firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff | Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called actor Tiger Shroff and spoke with him. He assured him, saying, “We are all with you. We will trace and apprehend the accused at the earliest.”

#Punjab: 8 MGNREGA (now G RAM G) workers, including women, have been killed and several others injured when a four-wheeler rammed into them on Lehragaga-Jakhal road in Sangrur district. They were reportedly working on the roadside when the speeding car mowed them down.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called the Mumbai Police Commissioner to inquire about the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. He instructed the Police Commissioner to conduct a swift investigation and take strict action against those responsible: CMO Sources

On October 20, 2026, Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah will meet families of those who lost their lives —in Mansa, Sangrur and Gurdaspur— for speaking against 'chitta' (synthetic drug) traders in Punjab.