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China imposes export controls on tunnel-boring machines sought by India, citing ‘national security’

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China imposes export controls on tunnel-boring machines sought by India, citing ‘national security’

Representative image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphotos China on Monday (October 19, 2026) said it would introduce export controls on tunnel-boring machines “to better safeguard national security and interests”, starting November 18. India has already been facing difficulties in customs clearance and delays in importing TBMs from China for several critical infrastructure projects. The latest…

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Abhijeet Dipke released after signing peace bond, sporadic protests continue

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Abhijeet Dipke released after signing peace bond, sporadic protests continue

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, who was placed under preventive arrest by the Delhi Police, was released by a Delhi court on Saturday (October 17, 2026) after signing a peace bond, even as sporadic protests, led by women activists, continued for the eighth day against the Chief Election Commissioner and police action. AISA…

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Garbage truck driver booked for running over stray puppy in Bengaluru

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Garbage truck driver booked for running over stray puppy in Bengaluru

Stray dogs in Bengaluru. According to the complaint, the incident occurred around 7.44 a.m. when the puppy was sitting by the roadside. | Photo Credit: Photo for representation only Avalahalli police in Bengaluru have registered a case against the driver of a garbage collection vehicle for allegedly running over and killing a 10-month-old female stray…

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MEA rejects OIC’s ‘anti-India’ references, accuses Pakistan of orchestrating them

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MEA rejects OIC’s ‘anti-India’ references, accuses Pakistan of orchestrating them

Delegates at the opening session of the 52nd Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Baghdad, Iraq, on October 17, 2026 | Photo Credit: Reuters The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday (October 19, 2026) rejected references to India in resolutions adopted at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council…

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Ukraine received ‘no early warning’ of Russian strikes: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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Ukraine received ‘no early warning’ of Russian strikes: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu “Ukraine did not receive an early warning from allies about incoming Russian ballistic strikes that targeted energy facilities in the Kyiv region,” President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday (October 19, 2026). “Russia launched 16 ballistic missiles at the Kyiv region and more than 200 drones across the…

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Australian lawmaker ‘critically’ hurt in attack, officials say

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Australian lawmaker ‘critically’ hurt in attack, officials say

Australian independent member of parliament Helen Haines was hit outside her office in Wangaratta, just over 200 km (124 miles) northwest of Melbourne, the police said. File | Photo Credit: AP Australian independent lawmaker Helen Haines was deliberately struck by a car on Monday and suffered “critical injuries,” authorities said, in what Prime Minister Anthony…

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Police ‘lost control’ during French protests, says Interior Minister

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Police ‘lost control’ during French protests, says Interior Minister

French police “lost control” during nationwide protests marred by violence over the weekend, the Interior Minister admitted Monday (October 19, 2026), with President Emmanuel Macron calling for a security review. France protests: Police arrest 1,800 after violent clashes and looting mar protests Mr. Macron also refused Interior Minister Laurent Nunez’s resignation even as he acknowledged…

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NGT halts tree felling for short tunnel project in Bengaluru

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NGT halts tree felling for short tunnel project in Bengaluru

Short tunnel project at Hebbal in Bengaluru. A public notice issued by the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) refers to the ‘removal’ of trees along Hebbal Main Road for the 2.3-km twin tunnel project. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Friday issued an order restraining the felling of trees for the…

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Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but protesters’ credentials must be weighed: Bombay HC

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Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but protesters’ credentials must be weighed: Bombay HC

The court was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by advocate Savar Devre against alleged police brutality and the detention of persons taking out peaceful demonstrations in solidarity with the protests in Delhi. File | Photo Credit: ANI The Bombay High Court on Monday (October 19, 2026) observed that while peaceful demonstration is a…

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