The opposition INDIA bloc has officially declared RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, scheduled for November 6 and 11, 2025. The announcement aims to present a united front against the ruling NDA.
President Droupadi Murmu made a historic visit to the Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala, Kerala, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, becoming the first woman President of India to offer prayers at the revered hill shrine. Her pilgrimage adhered to traditional customs, including carrying the sacred 'irumudikkettu', and holds significant symbolic weight given the temple's past debates regarding women's entry.
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, accusing allies Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress of a 'political conspiracy' over seat-sharing. The decision follows failed negotiations and JMM's initial plan to contest six seats independently.
India's Ministry of Home Affairs has initiated a judicial inquiry, led by retired Supreme Court Justice B.S. Chauhan, into the violent clashes in Leh on September 24, 2025. The unrest, which occurred during protests for statehood and Sixth Schedule status, resulted in four deaths and numerous injuries.
Punjab's Deputy Inspector General of Police, Harcharan Singh Bhullar, was arrested by the CBI on October 16, 2025, in a bribery case. The arrest followed allegations of demanding ₹8 lakh and monthly payments from a scrap dealer. Searches at his premises yielded approximately ₹5 crore in cash, 1.5 kg of gold, luxury vehicles, and other assets.
India's Supreme Court has mandated a CBI investigation into the September 27, 2025, stampede at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which claimed 41 lives and injured many. A three-member committee, led by retired Justice Ajay Rastogi, will oversee the probe, citing the need for a fair and impartial inquiry into the tragic event.
A Delhi court has framed criminal charges against former Bihar CM Lalu Prasad Yadav, his wife Rabri Devi, and son Tejashwi Yadav in the alleged IRCTC hotel and land-for-jobs scams. All accused pleaded 'not guilty' and will face trial.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the 'PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' in New Delhi, an initiative with an outlay of ₹24,000 crore aimed at revolutionizing India's agricultural sector. The scheme, targeting 100 districts, focuses on enhancing productivity, promoting diversification, improving irrigation, and ensuring credit availability for farmers.
A 71-year-old lawyer, Rakesh Kishore, attempted to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai inside the Supreme Court on October 6, 2025. The act, reportedly motivated by the CJI's remarks on a religious matter, was condemned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and legal bodies, leading to the lawyer's suspension.
India marks a unique confluence of national and religious observances as it celebrates Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, and Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami), symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, both falling on October 2nd. The nation honors the Father of the Nation's principles of non-violence and participates in diverse festivities marking ancient victories.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a special ₹100 coin and a commemorative postage stamp featuring Bharat Mata to mark the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in New Delhi. The coin, made of pure silver, is notable for being the first time Bharat Mata's image has appeared on Indian currency. The stamp commemorates the RSS's 1963 Republic Day Parade participation.
Nine migrant workers from Assam were killed and at least one seriously injured after an under-construction arch collapsed at the Ennore Supercritical Power Station in Chennai on Tuesday. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, and compensation has been announced for the victims' families.
Malaysia has fully rolled out its Budi95 targeted petrol subsidy scheme, setting RON95 petrol at RM1.99 per litre for eligible citizens. The nationwide implementation on September 30, 2025, followed a phased introduction, with initial reports from Kuala Lumpur indicating a smooth transition as motorists adapted to the MyKad verification system.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana on September 26, 2025, transferring the first installment of ₹10,000 to 75 lakh women beneficiaries. The scheme aims to promote self-employment and economic independence, with provisions for additional financial support up to ₹2 lakh.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development projects worth over ₹60,000 crore in Jharsuguda, Odisha, on September 27, 2025. The initiatives span telecommunications, railways, and higher education, including the launch of indigenous 4G towers, new rail lines, and IIT expansions.
The Indian Air Force officially retired its legendary MiG-21 fighter jets on September 26, 2025, at Chandigarh Air Force Station, concluding 62 years of service. The aircraft, known as the 'backbone' of the IAF, will be replaced by indigenous Tejas and Rafale fighters.
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica has appointed Loik Charles, a legally blind young man, as the new Special Assistant for youth and disability affairs in his office. The appointment, announced on September 23, 2025, and effective October 1, 2025, marks a significant step towards inclusivity in the nation.
India has signed a 15-year contract with the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for exclusive rights to explore polymetallic sulphides in a 10,000 sq km area of the Carlsberg Ridge in the Indian Ocean. This landmark agreement makes India the first country to hold two such exploration contracts and the largest allocated area for polymetallic sulphides in the international seabed, bolstering its Deep Ocean Mission and Blue Economy initiatives.
Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for amendments to the 1999 Constitution and the Electoral Act 2022. Chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu emphasized the need for affirmative action to secure greater representation for women and marginalized groups in legislative assemblies, aligning with global efforts for inclusive democracy.
A meeting between Mark Carney and First Nations leaders revealed significant disagreements over the government's plan to expedite major projects, with some leaders feeling unheard and questioning the consultation process. The central concern remains the protection of Indigenous rights under Bill C-5 and the potential for future protests.
