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)

The Supreme Court on Sunday directed authorities to ensure that peaceful protesters are not illegally detained during demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. A bench of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana asked the government to respond to allegations of illegal detentions, police excesses and restrictions on movement in Delhi. The court directed authorities to review barricades and ensure normal Metro and rail services unless restrictions are necessary for public order. It also issued notices to the Union Home Secretary, Delhi Police Commissioner and DMRC in contempt proceedings. The court will hear the matter again on Tuesday. (PC: X)

Delhi Police have arrested 4 men who claimed links to the Hindu Raksha Dal over the alleged assault of students and women during a protest in the capital on October 10. The incident occurred on DDU Marg during demonstrations linked to the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Police identified the accused as Raman Saini, 50, Vivekanand alias Vivek, 32, Kapil Kumar, 27, and Ravinder Singh alias Govind Hindu, 35. The arrests followed a video of the assault circulating on social media. Police said no formal complaint had been received.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has declined to meet Opposition leaders on Monday over concerns about electoral roll revision and the Election Commission’s functioning, citing judicial propriety and pending cases before the Supreme Court. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi had sought a meeting between 4 pm and 5 pm to raise concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, police action against protesters and the appointment process for election commissioners. The Opposition plans to march towards the Supreme Court on Monday, demanding action over alleged electoral irregularities and the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. (PC: HT)

An Indian national died on Sunday after a missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 10. The Indian Embassy confirmed the death and said 11 Indians were among more than 300 people injured in the attack. The Embassy expressed condolences and assured the deceased’s family of support in repatriating his remains. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also offered condolences and promised assistance. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi identified the victim as Mohammad Yousuf Ali and said his wife and 2 children were injured. India condemned the attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure.