The incident occurred as authorities began removing a portion of the Shahi Masjid to widen a road ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh in 2028. Protesters opposed the move, and police deployed tear gas to disperse the crowd. More than 2,000 police personnel were reportedly deployed, with movement restricted around the site. The road project aims to improve traffic management during the religious gathering. The mosque committee has challenged the proposed removal in court, and an appeal was scheduled for a hearing on Monday. (PC: India Today)

The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp fall on Monday, September 28, as the Sensex dropped over 900 points within an hour of opening. The Nifty 50 also slipped below the 23,000 mark. The sell-off wiped out nearly Rs 4.9 lakh crore in market value by around 10:15 am. Rising crude oil prices above $100 per barrel, higher US bond yields and continued foreign investor selling added to market pressure. Both benchmark indices had already recorded seven consecutive weekly declines, reflecting continued weakness in Indian equities. (PC: NDTV)

Five men have been arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act and explosives offences after three suspicious vehicles were reported near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, UK. Police declared a major incident around 00:45 BST on Sunday, prompting the evacuation of dozens of homes in nearby Whelford. An Army bomb disposal team examined the vehicles as counter-terrorism police led the investigation. Authorities said the incident appeared to be contained, but evacuated residents could not return home overnight. The investigation remains in its early stages. Meanwhile, the US raised the threat level at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk. (PC: BBC)

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced a cash reward of Rs 50 lakh for Indian squash player Abhay Singh after his silver medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. Abhay lost 9-11, 5-11, 5-11 to Malaysia’s defending champion Ng Eain Yow in the men’s singles final on September 27. Congratulating the player, Vijay said the achievement had brought pride to Tamil Nadu and India. He also expressed hope that Abhay’s success would inspire young athletes. Abhay became only the second Indian man to win an Asian Games singles silver in squash. (PC: India Today)

Russian envoy to India Denis Alipov has claimed that the US wants to prevent India from becoming another China, describing a reported remark by a senior American official as a “Freudian slip”. Speaking at the NDTV Defence Summit, Alipov said Washington would seek to contain India as its global influence grows. He also criticised the US Graham Act, which allows tariffs of up to 100% on goods from major buyers of Russian oil. India has faced pressure over its purchases of Russian crude. New Delhi has said it will take necessary steps to protect its trade and economic interests. (PC: HT)

India missed out on a shooting medal at the Asian Games 2026 on September 28 after finishing fifth in the women's 25m air pistol team event. Manu Bhaker and Rahi Sarnobat failed to qualify for the individual final, while Esha Singh secured her place by finishing eighth in the qualification round. India also received a medal boost in Kurash, as Pincky Balhara reached the women's 78kg semi-finals to assure at least a bronze. Elsewhere, India defeated Hong Kong in men's volleyball and China in women's team squash, while the men's cricket team began its campaign against Afghanistan. (PC: NDTV)

India and Canada are stepping up efforts to improve bilateral relations, with trade and economic cooperation emerging as key priorities. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly and said both countries were preparing to take their relationship “to a higher level”. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has also indicated progress in negotiations for a proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The two countries aim to expand trade through the agreement as they work to rebuild ties following a diplomatic dispute in 2023. (PC: X)

Three students from Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab have alleged that a university video denying claims of a rape incident in a girls’ hostel was scripted. The students claimed they were instructed on what to say and that the recording was edited and posted on social media without their consent. The allegations come amid protests over claims that a female student was raped by a construction worker and later died by suicide. LPU has denied the allegations. Police are investigating the case and examining digital evidence and CCTV footage. The university has suspended classes for 10 days and postponed mid-term exams. (PC: HT)

India faces a busy day at the Asian Games on September 28, with Manu Bhaker, Avinash Sable and the men’s cricket team in focus. Bhaker, along with Esha Singh and Rahi Sarnobat, will compete in the women’s 25m pistol event, with the individual final scheduled for 10:45 AM IST, subject to qualification. Avinash Sable will begin his title defence in the men’s 3000m steeplechase final at 4:17 PM. India’s men will face Afghanistan in a cricket quarter-final at 10 AM, with a place in the semi-finals at stake. Murali Sreeshankar and Parul Chaudhary will also compete in athletics finals. (PC: NDTV)

The higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand received the season’s first snowfall on Saturday, bringing colder weather to the Himalayan regions. Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh witnessed snowfall in Kuno Charang and Chitkul, while Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district was covered in snow. Heavy rain in lower areas prompted weather alerts and safety measures. Authorities suspended the Char Dham Yatra until September 27 and closed schools up to Class 12 in five Uttarakhand districts. The weather department forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in several areas, while officials urged residents and tourists to avoid unnecessary travel.