This year’s Durga Puja in Kolkata takes on a strikingly somber tone with pandals addressing the protests surrounding R G Kar Medical College. The "Lojja" (Shame) themed pandal at Saraswati Kalimata Mandir features a Maa Durga idol covering her face, symbolizing the outrage over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Organizer Biswajit Sarkar, whose brother Abhijit Sarkar died in post-poll violence, says the pandal reflects the bloodshed in West Bengal. Meanwhile, the Santosh Mitra Square pandal uses a light show to address the incident, blending traditional themes with modern visuals.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called for the Kultali rape-murder case to be prosecuted under the POCSO Act, demanding capital punishment for the culprits within three months. The case involves the tragic death of a 10-year-old girl, whose body was found in a canal in South 24 Parganas. Protests erupted as locals and BJP leaders demanded justice. Banerjee emphasized that crime has no caste or religion and condemned media trials in such cases, as they could interfere with investigations. Police have detained a suspect, and investigations are ongoing.

Indian hockey star Rani Rampal expressed frustration with Air India after her suitcase was damaged during a flight from Canada to India. On October 6, she posted a photo of her broken bag on Twitter, criticizing the airline for mishandling her luggage. Air India quickly responded, asking for flight details to address the issue. Several other passengers joined the conversation, sharing similar complaints. Rampal, who was returning from a vacation in the US and Canada, hoped for a prompt resolution from the airline.

A factory near Bhopal was raided in a joint operation by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Delhi. Authorities seized MD drugs and raw materials worth ₹ 1,814 crore. Two people were arrested. Gujarat Minister of State for Home, Harsh Sanghavi, praised the efforts, calling it a big success in the fight against drug trafficking. The synthetic drugs have stimulant-like effects, similar to methamphetamine. Law enforcement agencies have been commended for their work to protect the country from the dangers of drug abuse.

Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar district will now be known as Ahilyanagar. State Revenue Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil announced the Union Home Ministry’s approval on Friday. The decision to rename the district was taken by the state cabinet in March and sent for central approval. The new name honors Ahilyabai Holkar, the 18th-century ruler of Indore, who hailed from the district. This follows the renaming of Aurangabad to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Osmanabad to Dharashiv by the Eknath Shinde government. The announcement comes just ahead of upcoming elections in the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Mumbai's first underground metro, the Aqua Line (Mumbai Metro 3), on Saturday. The new 12.44-km stretch connects Colaba to Seepz, with 10 stations along the route. Trains will operate 96 daily trips with fares ranging from ₹10 to ₹50. Services will run from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM on weekdays and from 8:30 AM on weekends. Passengers can buy tickets via an app or at stations. The entire Metro Line 3 is set to be completed by June 2025, developed at a cost of ₹32,000 crore.

Protests broke out in Joynagar, West Bengal, after a 9-year-old girl was kidnapped and murdered. Her body was found late on Friday. Villagers accused the police of initially refusing to file a missing person report. Angry residents set the Mahishmari police camp on fire and blocked roads. Women joined the protests, carrying sticks and kitchen utensils. Police arrested an 18-year-old man, who confessed to the crime. A large police force, including the Rapid Action Force, was deployed. Tear gas was used to control the situation. Authorities promised to address the villagers' concerns.

IndiGo faced a system slowdown on Saturday, disrupting flights and check-ins nationwide. The airline said its website and booking system were affected, leading to longer wait times and delays at airports. Passengers reported frustration, with many stranded for hours. IndiGo assured travelers that their airport teams are working hard to help and restore services as quickly as possible. Despite efforts, travelers, including the elderly, faced inconvenience. IndiGo apologized for the issue and asked for patience as they resolve the problem. The airline operates over 2,000 flights daily, including international ones.

Paris Olympics double medallist Manu Bhaker cast her vote for the first time in the Haryana assembly elections, urging the youth to actively participate in shaping the country's future. The 22-year-old athlete, currently on a break from sports, emphasized the importance of voting in an interview with ANI, saying, “Small steps lead to big goals.” Bhaker highlighted the role of young voters in choosing leaders who could bring meaningful change. Her message was a powerful call for civic engagement, following her stellar performance at the Paris Olympics where she secured two bronze medals for India.

Junior doctors in Kolkata protesting the recent rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College have issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the West Bengal government. They demand immediate safety measures in hospitals, threatening an indefinite hunger strike if not fulfilled. Protesters criticized the government's slow progress, despite commitments made in the Supreme Court. A torchlight procession was held by medical students and doctors, while private hospital staff lit lamps at Ganga Ghat in solidarity.