Hoisting the National Flag, even in a prohibited area, should not warrant such prolonged detention. The judiciary and the executive must rise to the occasion to ensure that the youth of this country do not lose faith in the rule of law and constitutional rights.

The Biju Chhatra Janata Dal (BCJD) recorded major victories in Odisha’s student union elections held in October 2026. After an eight-year gap, the student wing secured president posts at four major universities, marking a significant development in campus politics.

Thousands of ‘cockroach’ protesters are preparing to return to Delhi’s streets on Friday, despite a recent police crackdown. Authorities previously stopped their mass demonstration and jailed two leaders, but protesters appear determined to continue their movement and make their demands heard.

A day after the ‘One Protest’ call, Rahul Gandhi and several INDIA bloc leaders expressed support for CJP leaders Sourav Das and Abhishek Ranka, who were remanded to five-day judicial custody over alleged trespassing at Jantar Mantar.

Rahul Gandhi reached India Gate to join the sit-in protest by Ankita Bhandari’s parents, seeking justice for the Uttarakhand woman murdered in 2022. The protest follows Uttarakhand Congress’s opposition to Dushyant Kumar Gautam’s appointment as Sikkim Governor over alleged links to the case.

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Wednesday urged people to gather at Central Park, Connaught Place, Delhi, at 5 pm on October 16 with the national flag. He said the gathering would demonstrate that waving the Tiranga is not a crime.

Russian authorities have arrested a Japanese journalist on suspicion of espionage, alleging that he collected sensitive information about Moscow’s defence capabilities for Tokyo. The arrest could further strain diplomatic relations between Russia and Japan.

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly faced an attempted knife attack outside her Kalighat residence on Tuesday, according to the Trinamool Congress (TMC), which raised concerns over her security.

L. Murugan, Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, has tendered his resignation as Union Minister and from his Rajya Sabha membership.

Rahul Gandhi has approached the Supreme Court challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. INDIA bloc leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi and Neha Bora, marched towards the Supreme Court in protest. Meanwhile, Delhi Police have denotified Jantar Mantar as a protest site, prompting demands for alternative venues.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that a proposal to rename Noida International Airport in Jewar as Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar, has been approved, marking a significant development for the state’s aviation sector.

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has reaffirmed his commitment to protesting for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke asserted that no bond had been signed prohibiting future demonstrations against the CEC, signalling his intention to continue raising the demand through protests.

Kerala Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas has alleged that CRPF personnel assaulted him despite being informed of his parliamentary status. He claimed that the personnel pinned him to his seat and attempted to choke him. SFI activists also reportedly sustained injuries during the incident, raising concerns over the treatment of protesters and the circumstances surrounding the confrontation.

Rahul Gandhi has announced a march to the Supreme Court, urging Indians to unite beyond political affiliations, gender, caste, community and state boundaries. He emphasized national unity, calling on citizens to come together as Indians for a common cause. Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, Ajit Doval and Mohan Bhagwat cannot silence India's voice. These cowards cannot intimidate us. They will have to step aside.

Elon Musk is stepping up efforts to expand Starlink’s presence in India, arguing that greater competition in the satellite internet market would benefit ordinary citizens. The move could widen internet access, improve connectivity, and give consumers more choices.

At least 12 people were killed and hundreds wounded when Yemen’s Houthi militants struck Riyadh’s international airport with a missile on Saturday, in Saudi Arabia’s deadliest attack in more than a decade.

Despite the Supreme Court’s order, detentions reportedly continued in Delhi, with around 100 people held at Connaught Place, raising concerns over enforcement and compliance with judicial directions.

The Supreme Court has directed authorities to remove unnecessary barricades and withdraw restrictions imposed under Section 163 of the BNSS around the court amid Cockroach Janta Party protests in Delhi. The bench stressed lawful protest rights, uninterrupted legal duties, and sought responses from Delhi Police, Union Home Secretary and DMRC regarding detentions.

The United Nations human rights body has expressed concern over detentions in Delhi, urging authorities to ensure the protection of fundamental rights and the immediate release of those detained. The development has drawn attention to human rights concerns surrounding the ongoing situation. The appeal highlights the importance of safeguarding civil liberties, respecting due process, and ensuring accountability in accordance with international human rights standards.

The CJP has vowed to continue its protest in Delhi, strongly criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The organisation reiterated its determination to press ahead with its demands, asserting that the government must be held accountable for its actions. The protest is expected to continue as tensions persist.