Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez conducted a 2.5 km roadshow in Vadodara, Gujarat, on Monday, attracting a large crowd. The roadshow stretched from the airport to the new Tata Advanced Systems facility, where the leaders inaugurated India’s first Tata-Airbus aircraft manufacturing complex. This facility will produce C-295 military transport aircraft, marking a milestone in India’s defense production capabilities. PM Modi emphasized that the collaboration strengthens India-Spain ties and boosts "Make in India" in defense manufacturing. The C-295 project will enhance India's self-reliance in military technology and create substantial local employment.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud addressed criticism over his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Ganesh Puja, emphasizing that such gatherings focus on judicial infrastructure, not judicial matters. Chandrachud, set to retire in November, highlighted that routine interactions with government leaders address the need for new court buildings and judge accommodations. He stated, “We know our duties in the democratic system of governance,” adding that judicial independence remains protected. Similar meetings between Chief Justices and Chief Ministers, he noted, are customary across states to maintain productive dialogue.

A suspected terrorist was killed following an attack on an Army vehicle in Akhnoor, Jammu district, on Monday morning, officials reported. Around 7 am in the Batal area, three terrorists opened fire on the vehicle. Security forces quickly cordoned off the area and initiated a manhunt. Over the past week, Jammu and Kashmir has seen a rise in militant attacks, with 12 people, including two soldiers, losing their lives in separate incidents. A recent ambush in Gulmarg claimed four lives, while migrant workers have also been targeted. Security forces are on high alert ahead of the Diwali festival season.

The ISKCON temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, received a bomb threat on October 27. The email threat warned of an attack by ISIS, prompting temple staff to alert the police. Security was immediately tightened as the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) and dog squad conducted a thorough search of the temple grounds. No explosives or suspicious items were found. Just days before, two major hotels in Tirupati also received similar hoax threats. Police have launched an investigation to trace the source of these emails and ensure the safety of the temple and surrounding areas.

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya made history as the first Indian parliamentarian to complete the Ironman 70.3 triathlon, a grueling endurance event involving a 1.9 km swim, 90 km cycling, and 21.1 km running. Surya clocked a time of 8 hours, 27 minutes, and 32 seconds in Goa, after rigorous training over four months. Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah praised Surya’s achievement, with Modi noting it would inspire youth to pursue fitness. Bishworjit Saikhom won the men’s category in 4 hours, 32 minutes, while Yasmin Halawa claimed the women’s title at 5 hours, 22 minutes, and 50 seconds.

The Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up for its eighth Deepotsav in Ayodhya, marking the first Diwali at the newly constructed Ram Temple. With a target to light 2.8 million diyas along the Saryu river, this year’s celebration aims for a world record. Special eco-friendly wax lamps will be used to protect the temple's structure. Over 30,000 volunteers and 2,000 supervisors are meticulously arranging diyas across 55 ghats, with an 80,000-diya Swastik at Ram Ki Paidi. The temple will remain open for “Bhavan Darshan” from October 29 to November 1.

A LocalCircles survey reveals that 18% of families in Delhi-NCR plan to burn firecrackers this Diwali, even as air quality in the capital worsens. Out of 10,526 respondents, 55% oppose cracker usage due to pollution, while 19% said they like crackers but cannot access them in their cities. Meanwhile, 9% have already acquired firecrackers, and another 9% plan to find ways to obtain them. The survey, involving validated LocalCircles members, highlights citizens' growing awareness of air pollution, yet a significant portion remains committed to continuing the firecracker tradition.

Actor Vijay, at his first political rally in Tamil Nadu’s Villupuram, introduced his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and outlined its ideologies. Vijay emphasized secularism, equality, social justice, and promoting Tamil as the administrative language in courts. He called for removing the Governor’s post and highlighted inspirations like Periyar, Ambedkar, and Velu Nachiyar for TVK’s vision. TVK’s manifesto aims to create equal opportunities for women, conduct caste-based census, eliminate religious and caste-based discrimination, and establish a two-language policy. Expressing his sense of duty, Vijay stated, “What will I do for the people who made my life?”

Bollywood star Salman Khan continues to face death threats from gangster Lawrence Bishnoi due to the 1998 blackbuck case. Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait advised Salman to visit a temple and ask for forgiveness. Tikait warned that Bishnoi, whom he called a “bad man,” might harm Salman despite being in jail. The threats resurfaced after politician Baba Siddique was murdered, with Bishnoi’s gang claiming responsibility. Bishnoi’s gang considers blackbucks sacred to their community, and Salman’s involvement in the case has sparked anger. Authorities have increased security around the actor to ensure his safety.

On Sunday, more than 50 Indian flights, including those from Akasa Air, IndiGo, and Vistara, received bomb threats, adding to over 350 similar hoaxes in the past two weeks. The threats were mainly issued via social media. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the government plans to ban those responsible for these threats from flying. He also mentioned stricter penalties and support from international and law enforcement agencies to curb such incidents. The IT Ministry has urged social media platforms to remove false information promptly, as officials work to trace those behind the threats.