India has asked the UN human rights office when it will publish a report on Pakistan’s response to concerns over the situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including alleged killings and internet restrictions. Speaking at the 81st UN General Assembly Third Committee session, India’s First Secretary Anuj Swarup cited previous statements by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights calling for prompt, thorough and impartial investigations into deaths involving security forces. The UN office had also urged legal access for detained Joint Awami Action Committee leaders, fair trials, restoration of internet access and meaningful political dialogue. Swarup questioned Pakistan’s human rights record. In July, UN High Commissioner Volker Turk had urged calm amid unrest ahead of regional elections. (PC: The Tribune)

Oman overtook the United States to become India’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplier in September 2026, as the West Asia conflict disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Kpler data, Omani shipments rose 11.6% month-on-month to 0.59 million tonnes, while US supplies fell 60.7% to 0.34 million tonnes. India imported 2.24 million tonnes in September, down 12.7% from August but 7% higher year-on-year. Between May and September, imports reached 11.87 million tonnes, up 17.8% annually. The US remained the largest supplier over that period, providing 3.41 million tonnes. India continued purchasing costly spot-market cargoes to meet domestic demand, particularly from city gas networks and fertiliser manufacturers. (PC: Reuters)

A 19-year-old man, Alexandros Paporakis of Palatine, Illinois, was arrested on October 11 over an alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. He faces charges of making a terrorist threat and unlawful possession of weapons. Investigators recovered a manifesto containing white supremacist rhetoric and references to violence against people of Indian descent, PTI reported. The investigation began after Mount Prospect Police received information from an individual who reported receiving concerning electronic communications from Paporakis. Authorities said he had shared a document outlining an alleged shooting plan, alongside images of a rifle, magazines, body armour and other tactical equipment. He remains detained pending further court proceedings. (PC: India Today)

Britain’s Prince William joined cricketing stars Sourav Ganguly, Ajinkya Rahane and Brian Lara for a friendly tennis-ball cricket match on The Mall outside Buckingham Palace in London on October 13. England players Joe Root and Harry Brook also took part in the event, organised to promote the upcoming Earthshot Prize ceremony in Mumbai.   William tried his hand at batting and bowling during the match. Ganguly praised his batting, while Lara said his bowling needed improvement. The event celebrated cricketing ties between India and Britain. The Earthshot Prize awards ceremony will be held in Mumbai on November 17, 2026. (PC: X)

Attacks on Saudi Arabian airports have disrupted flights operated by Indian airlines to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Medina, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday. One Indian was killed and 11 injured in an attack on Riyadh’s international airport on October 12. Eight injured people remain hospitalised, including 4 in intensive care. India condemned the attacks on civilian infrastructure and called for an immediate halt to such strikes. The Indian embassy in Riyadh is in regular contact with the Indian community and is assisting travellers affected by flight disruptions. Several Indian airlines have cancelled services until October 17. (PC: HT)

Canada is pushing to finalise a trade agreement with India by the end of 2026 as Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks to reduce reliance on the United States. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement were progressing well. The deal could increase annual bilateral trade in goods and services to $70 billion by 2030, from $30.4 billion in 2025. Canada also plans to deepen cooperation with the European Union in critical minerals, energy and artificial intelligence. The move comes as Ottawa works to diversify trade partnerships amid US protectionist policies. (PC: Reuters)

Three Indian nationals were killed and five others injured in a fire at a residential building in Bochum, Germany, early Tuesday, local media reported Wednesday. The victims were two women aged 25 and 27 and a 26-year-old man. Police arrested a 41-year-old Romanian resident of the building on suspicion of murder. Investigators have ruled out a technical fault and suspect arson, but are still examining whether the fire was deliberately set or started accidentally. Authorities have not released the victims’ names or identified their home states in India. Reports also did not specify the nationalities or further details of the five injured people. The blaze struck a multi-family building in Hofstede. (PC: X)

Britain’s Prince William joined cricket stars Sourav Ganguly, Ajinkya Rahane, Brian Lara, Joe Root and Harry Brook for a friendly tennis-ball cricket match in London on Tuesday. The event took place on The Mall, outside Buckingham Palace, ahead of the Earthshot Prize ceremony in Mumbai on November 17. Rahane described the match as a memorable experience and highlighted cricket’s ability to unite people. Launched by Prince William in 2020, the Earthshot Prize supports innovative solutions to environmental challenges, including climate change, clean air, ocean protection, nature conservation and waste reduction. This year marks its debut in India.

Two groups of people associated with Harvard University have issued contrasting statements over the Delhi protest crackdown and India’s constitutional institutions. On October 12, a group of 100 Harvard alumni condemned alleged police brutality, unlawful detention and violations of protesters’ rights. On Wednesday, another group of 44 Harvard-associated individuals expressed concern over what they called a campaign against institutions, including the Election Commission, Supreme Court and Parliament. The second letter also questioned the unauthorised use of Harvard’s name in political campaigns. The statements come amid protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and criticism of the authorities’ handling of demonstrations in Delhi. (PC: NDTV)

Several American politicians and public figures mistakenly shared photographs of Indian and Russian warships while wishing the US Navy on its 251st birthday on October 13. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Congressman Tim Moore posted an image of 3 Indian Navy frigates, identified as INS Godavari, INS Brahmaputra and INS Beas. Other officials used pictures of Russian naval vessels. The errors were highlighted by Wall Street Journal journalist Dave Brown on X, drawing criticism and jokes from social media users. The incident turned a celebration of American naval power into an online discussion about identifying warships correctly. (PC: India Today)