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The Delhi High Court has permitted the Cockroach Janta Party to hold a protest at Connaught Place. A vendor had requested the police's regulation of the protest due to concerns about public disturbances. The court acknowledged the assurance from the police regarding oversight of the protest activities. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke called for supporters to join with national flags. This protest is significant as it coincides with the Dussehra weekend.

Sean Diddy Combs’ reported prison altercation has brought renewed attention to his $55 million Miami mansion, which features 10 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a swimming pool, a private dock and a basketball court. The music mogul used the Star Island property as collateral in his unsuccessful $50 million bail bid before selling it in July 2026.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit India from October 17 to 22. He will engage with Indian government officials in Mumbai and meet representatives from Reliance Industries in Jamnagar. This visit aims to enhance energy cooperation between the US and India, reflecting the increasing bilateral trade. Rubio's trip follows his previous visit in May for the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit India from October 17 to 22. He will engage with Indian government officials in Mumbai and meet representatives from Reliance Industries in Jamnagar. This visit aims to enhance energy cooperation between the US and India, reflecting the increasing bilateral trade. Rubio's trip follows his previous visit in May for the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian contingent that finished fourth with 85 medals at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya.

Lisandro Martinez criticized Manchester United director Jason Wilcox after a Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, casting doubt on his future at Old Trafford.

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav aims to broaden the anti-BJP coalition in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. He says the unison of Muslim-Yadav, backward classes and a growing number of disgruntled Gen Z voters would remove BJP from power. Yadav questions why people in plain clothes who attacked the protestors were not arrested. The SP leader also accuses the Centre of failing to protect Indian citizens during the conflict between the United States and Iran.

Akash Ambani said Reliance Jio’s partnership with Google on Gemini goes beyond distribution to create new markets, drawing a parallel with Jio’s approach to data. Speaking at Jio’s IPO press conference on Thursday, he said the collaboration had resulted in Gemini adding 13 million new subscribers to its paid service.

Government agencies in Haryana have successfully purchased 15.52 lakh tonnes of paddy during the Kharif procurement operations. A total of Rs 1,221 crore has been disbursed to farmers to support their financial needs. The Chief Secretary reviewed the ongoing procurement efforts and emphasized the importance of coordination among various stakeholders. Initiatives like Aadhaar-based biometric verification have been implemented for better oversight.

Current school assemblies are incorporating news segments to educate students on vital global and local happenings. Recently, a tragic school roof collapse in Pakistan resulted in multiple fatalities. Additionally, the IMF's recent pledge to aid Sri Lanka’s economic recovery stands out in business news. In sports, Kylian Mbappe has made headlines by becoming the youngest player to reach 100 appearances in the Champions League.

India's overall unemployment rate held steady at 5.0% in September 2026, compared to the previous month. The rural unemployment rate improved to 4.2%, while urban unemployment increased slightly to 6.9%. The gender-specific unemployment rates showed stability, although urban female unemployment rose to 9.2%. The Labour Force Participation Rate for September 2026 was reported at 55.5%, reflecting a year-on-year increase. Overall, the Worker Population Ratio also saw an increase, reaching 52.7%.

India's Asian Games review highlighted disappointing athletics and badminton returns, with officials calling for better results despite strong funding support.