New rules target unauthorised immigration advisers and representatives who submit false information, with Indian students and aspiring migrants among those who could benefit from stronger safeguards
India defeated Sri Lanka 54-20 to win the inaugural men’s Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad. Aditya Shinde led the attack with 10 raid points, while Yogesh Dahiya impressed in defence. India completed a historic double after the women’s team also won gold earlier. The men finished unbeaten, securing eight victories throughout the tournament.
Thousands of people from different communities, including residents of Manipur's hill and valley regions, took part in a rally organised by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) in Imphal.
A woman named Gummadi Savitha conspired with her lovers to murder her husband, Gummadi Kashiram. They lured him out under the pretense of drinking liquor on October 23, 2026. Once he was intoxicated, one lover strangled him while the other restrained him. Afterward, they disposed of his body in a lake to conceal the crime. The police have arrested all three individuals and have charged them accordingly.
Nationwide protests in France attracted an estimated 320,000 participants voicing concerns over rising living costs and government policies. Fresh clashes erupted between police and protesters in Paris, leading to the use of tear gas. While many protests were peaceful, some demonstrators engaged in violent confrontations with security forces. Participants included a coalition of youth organisations seeking change regarding economic inequality and public services.
Explaining why the INDIA bloc has upped its attack on the election chief, Rahul Gandhi accused him of acting as an instrument of the ruling establishment and warned that those allegedly involved in undermining democratic institutions would be held accountable. The leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha warned the CEC and other officials against assuming that constitutional immunity would shield them from accountability.
A legal battle erupted between a California restaurant and the family of a golfer regarding a surprise catering bill. The eatery served meals during the prestigious Masters tournament without prior discussion of costs. After leaving prematurely, the family was charged nearly $75,000, which they contested in court. Ultimately, the jury awarded the restaurant $60,391, albeit the request for extra attorney fees was mostly denied.
Discovered in the vast Sahara Desert, the meteorite Teghaza 001 is over four billion years old and is confirmed to be a Martian rock via isotopic studies. This intriguing specimen reveals a volcanic history intertwined with water activity, indicating a complex water cycle on Mars. As researchers delve deeper into its origins, they are unraveling vital insights into the planet's early environmental conditions.
The evacuation of Oleshky's residents marks a significant humanitarian effort as they navigated through Crimea, Russia, and Belarus during a temporary ceasefire. With the aid of buses, this complex journey, affirmed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, reunited families after long separations. The perilous living conditions and food scarcity pushed these individuals to leave their homes, ultimately finding refuge in the Chernihiv region of Ukraine.