Saudi Arabia has pledged to maintain reliable energy supplies despite continuing Houthi attacks. Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud said the kingdom had demonstrated its ability to ensure dependable supplies and would continue investing and preparing for a range of challenges. Speaking at the 17th International Energy Forum Ministerial Meeting in Riyadh, he stressed that Saudi Arabia remained committed to fulfilling its obligations under all circumstances. He highlighted the East-West pipeline as evidence of the kingdom’s long-term energy planning and resilience. The pipeline provides an alternative route for transporting energy to global markets through Yanbu, the Red Sea port, helping strengthen the kingdom’s supply infrastructure. (PC: X)

The Indian rupee surged 94 paise to 95.77 against the US dollar at Monday’s opening, recovering from its previous close of 96.71 after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced measures to curb speculation and ease pressure on the currency. Announced Saturday, the measures prohibit rebooking cancelled rupee-linked foreign exchange derivative contracts, lower the threshold for forex transactions without underlying exposure and require a 20% cash reserve against certain contracts. The RBI also opened a special window allowing oil marketing companies to buy dollars directly from the central bank. While the steps may reduce market dollar demand, oil imports, trade payments and capital outflows could continue pressuring the rupee.

Iran has rejected the United States’ response to its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, saying key demands remain unresolved. Mohsen Rezaei, Iran’s security chief and secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, described Washington’s response as “insufficient,” according to Iranian state media on Sunday. He said the US must clarify its position on issues that remain unclear to Tehran before negotiations can make progress. The standoff places the strategic waterway at the centre of diplomatic tensions, with global energy shipments at stake. The impasse threatens to prolong one of the conflict’s most consequential flashpoints as both sides remain divided over reopening the passage. (PC: X)

India on Sunday condemned attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz region after two Indian seafarers went missing when a drone struck the MT Petro Dolphin. Nine of its 11 Indian crew members were rescued, while search-and-rescue operations continued. In a separate incident, the Marshall Islands-flagged MT Valthera was hit by an unknown projectile, triggering a fire; all 11 Indian seafarers aboard were reported safe. The Indian embassy in Muscat is coordinating with Omani authorities and ship managers to locate the missing crew and assist seafarers. The MEA called the attacks deeply concerning, demanding they cease and urging immediate de-escalation, dialogue, diplomacy, and safe navigation under international law.

India has accused the UN human rights office of double standards and interference in its internal affairs after it raised concerns about mass detentions during protests in New Delhi. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and India’s Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva defended the police response, saying peaceful assembly is constitutionally protected, subject to reasonable restrictions, and authorities acted lawfully. The UN office urged India to respect peaceful assembly and immediately release anyone arbitrarily detained. The protests, organised by the Cockroach Janta Party and other groups, demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged electoral-roll irregularities affecting minority voters, claims denied by the BJP and Election Commission.

Mohammed Yousuf Ali, a 46-year-old resident of Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, was killed when a projectile struck Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport on October 10. He was travelling with his wife and three children to Medina for Umrah when part of the airport roof reportedly fell on him. His family members were also injured, including two sons who required medical treatment. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi confirmed Ali’s death, while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed condolences and assured assistance through the Indian Embassy. At least 11 other Indians were injured; three were in intensive care but stable, two were hospitalised in regular wards, and the remaining injured had been discharged. India condemned the attacks. (PC: X)

Opposition parties are scheduled to march to the Supreme Court on Monday over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Congress has named the demonstration “Chalo Delhi – March for Democracy”, with participants expected to gather at the Connaught Place–Barakhamba Road junction at 1:30 pm. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has declined a meeting requested by Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, who sought to submit a memorandum between 4 pm and 5 pm. Their demands include ending alleged “vote chori”, CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, halting SIR and restoring paper ballots. The CJI’s office cited the matter’s pending judicial proceedings and said the leaders could file a petition. (PC: X)

Two Indian seafarers remain missing after a drone attack on the Nicaragua-flagged tanker MT Petro Dolphin at Sohar Anchorage off Oman on October 11, 2026. The vessel was carrying 11 Indian crew members, of whom nine have been rescued and are safe, Union Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said. Search-and-rescue operations are underway, with Oman’s local Coast Guard searching for the missing personnel. The Indian Embassy in Muscat confirmed the two seafarers were reported missing and said it was maintaining continuous contact with concerned authorities. Separately, the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker M/T Valthera, also carrying 11 Indian seafarers, was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering an onboard fire.

CCTV footage released by Saudi state television captured panic at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport after a missile struck the premises on Saturday. Travellers, including pilgrims heading to Islam’s two holiest sites, were seen waiting to board flights before a bright orange flash triggered a frantic scramble for safety. The footage, compiled from several airport locations, also showed sections of the roof apparently caving in. The attack, claimed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, heightened security concerns as regional tensions escalated. The incident comes amid broader threats and attacks involving Saudi Arabia and regional actors, although the supplied report does not provide a complete casualty count or detailed damage assessment.

An Indian national from Hyderabad died on Sunday after being injured in a missile strike on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia on October 10. The victim, identified by AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi as Mohammad Yousuf Ali, was among those injured in the attack, which killed 12 people and wounded more than 300. Owaisi said Ali’s 2 sons were hospitalised, with one undergoing knee surgery and the other receiving treatment. The Indian Embassy confirmed the death and promised assistance to the family in repatriating his remains. India condemned the attack on civilian infrastructure. (PC: NDTV)