Medical interns across Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir resumed their strike on Tuesday, accusing authorities of failing to implement a promised increase in their monthly stipends. The protesters said officials had requested 30 days to resolve their demands in September, but no formal order was issued within the agreed period. Interns have vowed to continue their protest until the government provides written confirmation. #India #Kashmir #MedicalStudents #Protests

Prince Harry has expressed his desire to repair his relationship with King Charles III and Prince William, saying family disagreements should not continue indefinitely. Speaking in a new interview with GQ, the Duke of Sussex emphasized the importance of reconciliation and moving forward. His comments come after his return to Britain with Meghan Markle and their children, Archie and Lilibet. #PrinceHarry #KingCharles #PrinceWilliam #RoyalFamily #UnitedKingdom

Around 130 million names have been removed from India's electoral rolls during a nationwide verification exercise, triggering protests and allegations of voter disenfranchisement. A new Reuters investigation highlights cases of eligible citizens struggling to restore their voting rights, including people incorrectly recorded as deceased. Opposition parties allege that the changes favor Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP, while the Election Commission maintains that the exercise is intended to remove ineligible and duplicate entries. #India #NarendraModi #VotingRights

Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla welcomed Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman to Windsor Castle on Tuesday with a grand military ceremony, including royal gun salutes, a Guard of Honour and a traditional horse-drawn carriage procession. Prince William and Princess Kate joined the royal welcome, marking the first state visit by an Omani ruler to the United Kingdom since 1982. The three-day visit highlights longstanding diplomatic and defence ties between Britain and Oman amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. #KingCharles #QueenCamilla #RoyalFamily #Oman #UnitedKingdom

British counterterrorism police have re-arrested two men on suspicion of assisting Iranian intelligence services in connection with suspicious activity near RAF Fairford, an airbase previously used by US bombers during strikes on Iran. The suspects, aged 24 and 25, were detained under Britain's National Security Act. Investigators said Iranian state involvement remains highly likely, although the investigation is ongoing and no charges have been announced. #UnitedKingdom #Iran #NationalSecurity #RAF

More than 250,000 people have been internally displaced in Yemen since the country’s war reignited in July, the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has said, as fighting between Houthi rebels and forces loyal to the internationally recognised government rages across several fronts. The city of Taiz in southwestern Yemen is at the centre of the displacement crisis, accounting for 76 percent of departures and hosting 52 percent of those newly displaced, UNHCR said in a statement on Tuesday.

Two tankers were set ablaze after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, Fars news agency is reporting citing the IRGC. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari says negotiations between Iran and the US are continuing, with the sides engaging in diplomatic efforts despite growing tensions and fears of renewed fighting. The United Kingdom has said it will deploy Typhoon fighter jets to help protect Saudi Arabia from attacks by Yemen’s Houthis. Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh intercepted and destroyed, says Saudi-led Coalition Spokesperson Colonel Turki al-Maliki.

At least four Palestinians, including a couple and a 17-year-old, have been killed in Israeli air attacks and gunfire in separate incidents in the Gaza Strip, health officials said. An Israeli air strike killed Akram Yassin and his wife Dina Abu Baker in an apartment in Gaza City, medics said on Tuesday.

Indian farmers' organizations are preparing fresh demonstrations over voting rights, with nationwide actions planned for October 23 and a larger mobilization scheduled for November 26. All India Kisan Sabha leader Vijoo Krishnan said farmers would coordinate with other protest movements amid growing opposition to changes in India's electoral rolls. The campaign follows widespread demonstrations demanding greater electoral transparency. #India #FarmersProtest #VotingRights

Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla will formally welcome Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, marking the first state visit by an Omani ruler to the United Kingdom since 1982. Prince William and Princess Kate are expected to join the royal procession and evening state banquet. The visit comes amid heightened Middle East tensions, with Oman playing an important diplomatic role in regional security and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. #KingCharles #QueenCamilla #RoyalFamily #Oman #UnitedKingdom

US President Donald Trump has announced an $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program to help American farmers cope with soaring diesel prices and rising agricultural costs during the harvest season. The US Department of Agriculture confirmed that the assistance will be distributed through one-time payments administered by the Farm Service Agency. The announcement comes as high fuel costs and economic concerns put growing pressure on agricultural communities ahead of November's congressional elections. #DonaldTrump #USFarmers #USEconomy #FuelPrices

A Yellow Vest coordination group behind France’s October 17 protests against the high cost of living announced Monday that fresh demonstrations would be held on October 24 and 31, ahead of a nationwide union mobilization in November. The group described Saturday’s planned protests as “Act II” and published a map on its website showing dozens of actions already scheduled, French media reported. Benjamin Ball, the website’s editor, said organizers had initially intended to focus on building support for November 5, when an alliance of trade unions has called for strikes and demonstrations across the public and private sectors. However, strong demand for another round of protests prompted plans for earlier actions, he said. “We’re maintaining momentum for November 5, but we’ll build step by step,” Ball said, outlining successive mobilizations on October 24, October 31 and November 5. The CFDT, CGT, FO, UNSA and FSU unions have called for the November action over wages, public services, employment and industry. The announcement follows nationwide demonstrations on Saturday that were marred by violence and looting in several French cities. Ball said the October 17 mobilization had generated a major surge in participation, but argued that it had not yet been sufficient. Following President Emmanuel Macron’s televised address on Sunday evening, the coordination group criticized his remarks as an “empty speech” and requested a meeting at the Élysée Palace alongside representatives of other mobilized sectors.

UN experts warned Monday that Palestinian farmers in the occupied West Bank face escalating violence, land destruction and access restrictions by Israeli occupiers as the annual olive harvest begins. "Palestinian farmers must be protected and able to access their land safely. Yet, year after year, the violence, destruction and restrictions intensify," the experts said in a statement, urging Israel to ensure their protection. During the 2025 olive harvest, 178 occupier attacks linked to the harvest were documented across 88 Palestinian towns and villages, the highest number of affected locations since 2020, according to the experts. More than 6,000 olive trees and saplings were vandalized, nearly double the 2024 figure and the highest number in six years, they said. The experts also raised alarm over Israeli military orders issued in September 2026 to remove vegetation from approximately 339,000 square meters (84 acres) of Palestinian agricultural land, including olive groves in Jenin, Qabatiya and Beit Rima. The orders allow olive trees to be uprooted and give landowners extremely limited time to remove vegetation or file objections, according to the experts. They also warned that Israeli authorities have increasingly denied farmers permits to access their land.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in Tehran on Monday, with diplomatic delegations from both countries beginning talks immediately afterward, the Russian Foreign Ministry said. "Sergey Lavrov and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are holding bilateral talks in Tehran," the ministry said in a statement. According to the ministry, Lavrov will be received by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Palestinian karate star Mariam Bsharat is world champion for the second consecutive time. 🇵🇸 🥇 The 17-year-old defeated Spain’s Noa López González 3-1 in Poland, successfully defending the world title she first won in 2024.

French President Emmanuel Macron has rejected Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez’s resignation following widespread riots and violent demonstrations across France, the Élysée Palace announced Monday morning. Macron said maintaining continuity in police leadership was essential during the crisis. He also acknowledged failures in security planning and intelligence gathering, ordering the minister to introduce new measures against rioters and looters. #France #EmmanuelMacron #LaurentNunez #FranceProtests

China's economy expanded by 4.5% in the third quarter of 2026, surpassing economists' forecasts of 4.4% and accelerating from 4.3% in the previous quarter, according to newly released official figures. Strong exports and industrial production supported the recovery, while weak consumer demand and a prolonged property downturn continued to weigh on growth. The results bring Beijing closer to its annual economic growth target of 4.5%–5%. #China #ChineseEconomy #GlobalEconomy

French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that authorities may ban certain demonstrations if necessary following widespread violence across France. In a televised national address, Macron condemned the destruction of public buildings and businesses, promising firm action against those responsible. Macron also announced that Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu would lead a crisis meeting on Monday to accelerate assistance for affected communities and businesses. He acknowledged the legitimate concerns of students and peaceful demonstrators while insisting that violence would not be tolerated. #France #EmmanuelMacron #FranceProtests

Indian actor Tiger Shroff narrowly escaped a shooting attack in Mumbai's Juhu area on Sunday evening after unidentified gunmen opened fire at his car while he was returning from a football match. The actor was unharmed, but his driver and an autorickshaw driver were injured. Mumbai Police have launched an investigation and deployed multiple teams to identify the attackers. #TigerShroff #Bollywood

Meghan Markle is reportedly no longer being considered for a role in the third season of Netflix's crime drama The Gentlemen, following earlier speculation about her return to acting. Sources close to the Duchess of Sussex claim discussions never progressed into a formal offer and have accused the streaming platform of benefiting from the publicity surrounding her possible involvement. Neither Netflix nor Meghan has publicly confirmed the allegations. #MeghanMarkle #Netflix #TheGentlemen #RoyalFamily