The Supreme Court has asked the government to address high markups on medicines and medical devices. The court questioned the decision to limit recent price controls to anti-cancer drugs alone. Concerns were raised about the inflated prices of common medical devices such as cardiac stents. The court emphasized the importance of controlling medicine prices for the benefit of patients. Further hearings on this matter are scheduled for October 27.

The Supreme Court called for a balanced approach to firecracker usage during discussions on air pollution. Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized public awareness and self-restraint over enforceable restrictions. Discussions included concerns about health risks particularly affecting vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly. The bench suggested promoting safer alternatives to highly polluting firecrackers during festivals.

The honour recognises Mittal's contributions to strengthening economic ties between France and India as well as his achievements in the telecommunications and digital infrastructure and satellite communications space.

The Supreme Court clarified that it has neither approved nor disapproved the Election Commission's revised Form 6. The court explained that the validity of this modified form was not previously adjudicated. A bench emphasized that the revised Form 6 did not exist when delivering the Bihar judgment in May 2026. Counsel for the petitioner referred to prior court observations regarding the form's approval.

Delhi Police has decided to denotify Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site amid security concerns. The new sites for protests include Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground in East Delhi. Both Ramlila and Burari Grounds are significantly farther from the previous location, causing logistical considerations for demonstrators. However, Ramlila Maidan has limited availability for bookings until late December.

The Election Commission of India is undergoing difficulties related to the contract with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. As the expiration of the contract approaches, the Commission faces operational risks. Discussions are underway to ensure continuity of electoral IT services during the Special Intensive Revision. A tender has raised concerns as the sole qualifying vendor has not met all requirements.

A division bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale issued notice on the Punjab government's petition challenging a Punjab and Haryana High Court order directing the CBI to register a case and investigate allegations of corruption involving Ghuman and others.

Trump announced the purported ceasefire days after unveiling a deal to buy diesel from Russia, which Zelenskyy criticised as a reversal of years of Western efforts to isolate the Russian economy. Trump has also urged Ukrainians to remove Zelenskyy through an election, marking an unusually sharp exchange in a relationship strained since Trump returned to power in 2025.

US Ambassador Sergio Gor emphasized the strengthening collaboration between India and America in defense and healthcare sectors. During an event in Kolkata, he mentioned recent military exercises involving Indian and American forces. Gor also highlighted significant investments in information technology and shared trust in India's pharmaceutical industry. The US is actively engaging with West Bengal to foster ties in various sectors.