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 Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Hits Tibet, Killing at Least 16 People A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck China's Tibet Autonomous Region on Thursday night, October 22, 2026, leaving at least 16 people dead and dozens injured. The earthquake affected the Nagqu region in northern Tibet, where several homes collapsed and emergency teams were deployed to conduct rescue operations. According to reports citing Chinese authorities, the earthquake caused widespread damage in the affected area. The full extent of the destruction is still being assessed as rescue workers continue searching for survivors and providing assistance to residents. The disaster has raised fresh concerns about earthquake preparedness in the mountainous region, where difficult terrain and high elevations can complicate emergency response efforts. Earthquake Epicentre Located in Northern Tibet The earthquake struck at approximately 10:33 p.m. local time on Thursday. The epicentre was located in a sparsely populate...

 Panjab University Students Protest Against Voter-Roll Revision Chandigarh, October 13, 2026: Students at Panjab University in Chandigarh have staged a protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, bringing renewed attention to concerns surrounding voter registration and the electoral process in India. The demonstration reflects growing political and public debate over the revision of voter lists and the protection of citizens' voting rights. The protest reportedly included a march through Chandigarh, with students raising objections to the electoral-roll revision process and demanding accountability from the Election Commission . The demonstration also involved calls for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar . Why Are Panjab University Students Protesting? The main issue behind the protest is the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, a process intended to review and update voter lists. Such revisions can help identify dup...

 Tarn Taran Crime News: Punjab Police ASI Shot Dead Tarn Taran, Punjab: An Assistant Sub-Inspector ( ASI ) of the Punjab Police, identified as Iqbal Singh, was shot dead by unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in Tarn Taran district on Sunday evening, October 11, 2026. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of police personnel and the law-and-order situation in Punjab. According to media reports, Singh was returning home on his motorcycle when the attackers intercepted him and opened fire. He sustained multiple gunshot injuries and was declared dead after the incident. Senior police officials reached the spot, and an investigation was launched to identify the suspects and establish the motive behind the killing. Details of the Tarn Taran Shooting Incident Iqbal Singh, aged 55, was a resident of Naushera Pannuan village in Tarn Taran district and was serving with the Counter Intelligence wing in Ferozepur, according to reports. The shooting took place near the Patwar ...

  IIT Bombay Hostel Gas Leak Injures Five, Including Two Children Mumbai, October 9, 2026: A gas leak at a hostel on the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay campus in Powai, Mumbai, triggered a fire on Thursday night, October 8, leaving five people injured, including two children. The incident was reported at approximately 10:25 pm at Hostel No. 6, according to officials from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The incident has raised concerns about gas cylinder safety and emergency preparedness in residential facilities. The injured individuals were taken to nearby hospitals for medical treatment, and doctors reported that all five were in stable condition. IIT Bombay Hostel Fire: What Happened? According to initial reports, a leak in a gas cylinder pipe triggered a flare-up at Hostel No. 6 on the IIT Bombay campus. The incident occurred late on Thursday night, prompting an emergency response from local authorities. BMC officials confirmed that the fire was caus...

 Supreme Court Cancels Elections in 50 Punjab Wards, Orders Fresh Polls Within Six Weeks The Supreme Court has set aside elections held in 50 municipal wards across Punjab, citing serious irregularities during the nomination process. The court has directed that fresh elections be conducted in all the affected wards within six weeks. The decision covers 28 wards in Patiala district and 22 wards in Moga district. The order came after a fact-finding commission appointed by the Supreme Court examined allegations of malpractice and obstruction during the local body election process.  Supreme Court Finds Serious Irregularities A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, considered the findings of the court-appointed commission. According to the commission's report, there was widespread obstruction during the nomination process. The findings included allegations that nomination papers were snatched, torn or destr...

 Supreme Court Seeks ECI Records on Form 6 Changes Amid SIR Row The Supreme Court has sought records from the Election Commission of India (ECI) concerning alleged changes to Form 6, the statutory form used by eligible citizens to apply for inclusion in electoral rolls. The development comes amid an ongoing controversy over the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, clarified that the Supreme Court had not approved any modification to Form 6. The bench said it would examine the Election Commission's records to determine whether changes were made and, if so, who authorised them.  Supreme Court Clarifies Its Position on Form 6 The court's clarification followed claims surrounding an additional declaration associated with Form 6 during the SIR exercise. The Election Commission had earlier stated that the declaration attached to...

 Supreme Court to Hear Pleas Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over ECI Functioning and SIR The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Monday, October 5, 2026. The petitions raise questions about alleged unilateral decision-making within the poll panel and seek judicial intervention in matters concerning the electoral roll revision exercise. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, is scheduled to hear the matter. The petitions come at a time when the Election Commission is facing increased political and public scrutiny over the implementation of SIR across the country.  What Are the Petitions Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar About? The petitions question whether decisions concerning the Election Commission can be taken by the Chief Election Commissioner without the concurrence of the other Election Commissioners. Petitioners have alleged that certain important decisions ...

 India Defeat Pakistan in Asian Games Cricket Final India secured the men’s cricket gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 after defeating Pakistan by 19 runs in a thrilling final at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. The victory allowed India to successfully defend its Asian Games cricket title and added another major achievement to the team’s campaign. The final produced an exciting contest between the two Asian cricket rivals. India won the toss and chose to bat first, setting Pakistan a challenging target after an aggressive batting performance. India Post 211 Runs India finished their innings at 211 runs for six wickets in 20 overs. Opener Abhishek Sharma provided an explosive start, scoring 61 runs from 28 balls. His attacking innings helped India build momentum during the early stages of the match. Tilak Varma then played an important role in the final stages of the innings. He scored an unbeaten 51, helping India cross the 200-run mark and establish a strong platform for ...

 Protests Against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar New Delhi, October 2, 2026: Protests have been announced in Delhi, Mumbai and other parts of India against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, with demonstrators raising concerns over the functioning of the ECI and the  SIR of electoral rolls. The proposed demonstrations, scheduled around Gandhi Jayanti, include demands for greater accountability, electoral transparency and the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. Why Are Protests Being Organised? The protests are largely linked to concerns raised by opposition parties, student organisations and civil society groups regarding the SIR process . The exercise involves reviewing and updating electoral rolls to verify voter eligibility and maintain accurate voter records. Protest organisers have questioned the procedures used to revise electoral rolls, particularly the verification, addition and deletion of voter names. They have expressed concern...