Times of India

The Israel Defense Forces released footage of an operation that resulted in the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, who orchestrated the October 7 attacks on Israel. Sinwar was targeted in a building by tank fire. Israel confirmed his death through forensic tests. Prime Minister Netanyahu declared this a significant blow to Hamas, but stated the conflict in Gaza continues.

A drone from Lebanon struck Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's private residence in Caesarea, with no casualties. This attack followed Israel's assassination of top Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar. The incident has escalated tensions, leading Hezbollah to deploy additional missiles and drones into Israeli territory.

An Air India Express flight from Dubai to Jaipur received a bomb threat but nothing suspicious was found after landing. This incident follows a hoax call that diverted a Delhi-London Vistara flight to Frankfurt. Authorities believe these threats are the work of pranksters and are working on new rules to deter such actions.

SpaceX successfully launched 20 Starlink satellites from Florida, including 13 with direct-to-cell capabilities. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral and the first stage landed on a drone ship. This marked the 17th flight for the booster. SpaceX has completed 96 Falcon 9 missions in 2024, with two-thirds focused on Starlink.

Five suspected members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang's Maharashtra unit are arrested for their involvement in the murder of former minister Baba Siddique. They are accused of supplying weapons, arranging logistics, and providing financial support to the shooters. Court remanded them in police custody till Oct 25.

India captain Rohit Sharma's forgetful moment navigating behind the sight screen to enter the ground amused fans during the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, while his half-century, along with contributions from Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan, helped India reach 231 for 3 at stumps on day three after being bundled out for 46 by the visitors in the first innings.

The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL aimed at setting a three-year deadline for all courts to clear a five crore case backlog. CJI D Y Chandrachud emphasized the impracticality due to high litigation volumes and highlighted comparative statistics with Western legal systems, noting India's extensive judicial commitments.

In Uttarakhand's Khansar town, a traders' body has passed a resolution asking 15 Muslim families to leave by Dec 31, threatening fines and legal action for non-compliance. This decision follows a rally where participants raised provocative slogans and aims to prevent alleged criminal incidents involving minority community members. The police are investigating the matter.

Pakistan's victory in the second Test at Multan against England ended a losing streak and sparked mixed reactions. Some critics have been of the view that the exclusion of out-of-form Babar Azam and others led to success, spotlighting debutant Kamran Ghulam and spinners Noman Ali and Sajid Khan. Veteran pacer Mohammad Amir called for objective criticism.

Mumbai crime branch arrested five suspected members tied to Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang, involved in NCP politician Baba Siddique's killing. Investigations reveal their role in weapon supply and logistics. One constable was suspended for a security lapse, claiming confusion due to pepper spray and crackers during the attack.

The Supreme Court has rejected the government's plea to enforce the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (PCMA) over personal laws, urging Parliament to consider banning child betrothals. Highlighting the unresolved conflict and gaps in the act, the court recommended legislative action and emphasized the need for comprehensive measures to prevent child marriages and protect minors.

Supreme Court ruled that child marriage is oppressive to all genders and sexual minorities, depriving them of autonomy over their sexuality and choice of partner. It reinforces patriarchal norms, causing significant physical and psychological damage, denying essential rights, and restricting educational and intellectual progress.

A recent campaign directed by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights found over 11.5 lakh vulnerable children, primarily girls, across India at risk of child marriage due to irregular school attendance. Initiated ahead of Akshya Tritya, the drive mapped over 6 lakh schools, urging states to reinforce preventive measures and conduct family counseling.

Mumbai police received an anonymous ransom message from a purported associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, demanding Rs 5 crore from Salman Khan to end their feud. The message, sent via the traffic department’s WhatsApp helpline, threatened the actor with the fate of Baba Siddique if he didn't comply.

Key concerns of parliamentary panels include sugar in packaged baby foods, consumer rights in banking, and rising medicine prices. They intend to address foodgrain wastage in FCI godowns and ensure essential commodities' availability, particularly petroleum products.

The hooch tragedy in Bihar's Siwan and Saran districts has claimed 35 lives, with recent deaths also reported in Gopalganj. Authorities have launched extensive raids, seizing large quantities of illicit liquor and arresting 15 people. The district administrations confirmed the fatalities and ongoing efforts to combat the liquor mafia in the region.

The CBI claims ex-R G Kar principal Sandip Ghosh and former Tala police station OC Abhijit Mandal tried to cover up a rape-murder as suicide through incriminating calls and videos. The investigation seeks to uncover their involvement and motives while they are in judicial custody. Their narco-analysis and polygraph tests have been denied.

The Supreme Court recalled its August 2022 judgment that struck down key provisions of the Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988, after the Union government argued that the court had ruled on the provisions' validity without any party challenging them. The appeal against the HC order was restored.