The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has warned social media platforms to swiftly remove hoax bomb threat posts or face legal liability. With over 250 recent false alarms disrupting flights from Air India, IndiGo, and Vistara, the ministry stated that non-compliance could lead to the loss of safe harbor protections under the IT Act. The advisory mandates platforms to provide information to law enforcement agencies within 72 hours. Recent bomb threats at airports in Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Jharsuguda turned out to be hoaxes, prompting heightened security measures across the aviation sector.

A search operation was conducted in Tangmarg and various areas of Jammu and Kashmir by the Indian Army and Police to locate suspects linked to recent terror attacks. On October 24, two Army soldiers and two civilian porters were killed when terrorists targeted a military vehicle in Baramulla. Previously, on October 20, a doctor and six construction workers were killed in an attack on a tunnel construction site along the Srinagar-Leh national highway in Ganderbal. The attacks raised alarms over targeted killings, as terrorists fired indiscriminately at laborers returning to their camp, affecting both local and non-local workers.

A 19-year-old girl from Nangloi, Delhi, named Soni, has been allegedly killed and buried by her boyfriend, Sanju (also known as Saleem), and two accomplices. The motive for the murder was reportedly Soni's pregnancy and her desire to marry Sanju, who wanted her to abort the child instead. Soni was active on social media, with over 6,000 followers, and frequently posted photos and videos with Sanju. Her family noted that she had a new friend but described him as a "ghost" when questioned about his identity. Police are currently investigating the case and gathering further evidence.

A passenger train in Uttar Pradesh hit a large piece of wood on the tracks on Thursday night, raising suspicions of sabotage. The incident involved Train No. 14236 Bareilly-Varanasi Express, which was traveling between Delhi and Lucknow. The two-foot-long wooden piece, weighing over 10 kg, became wedged under the train's wheels but was successfully dislodged by the driver, who managed to stop the train safely. This event follows a series of concerning incidents, including the discovery of an empty gas cylinder on the tracks near Prempur railway station and ten detonators found in Madhya Pradesh, prompting fears of planned attacks on trains.

Delhi Police have arrested 19-year-old Annu Dhankar, known as "Lady Don" and an associate of gangster Himanshu Bhau, for her alleged role in the murder of Aman Joon. The 26-year-old man was killed on June 18 at a Burger King outlet in Rajouri Garden, West Delhi, while sitting with a woman. Dhankar was apprehended near the India-Nepal border in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, after eluding capture for several months. This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the gang-related crime, with authorities working to uncover more details about her involvement in Joon’s killing.

Indian and Chinese armies are set to finalize disengagement in eastern Ladakh’s Depsang and Demchok areas by October 28-29, according to sources within the Indian Army. Under recent agreements, troops will retreat to positions they held before April 2020, with established patrol plans to prevent misunderstandings. Both sides will remove temporary structures like tents while maintaining surveillance over these friction points. Meetings between ground commanders will continue. This development follows the nearly four-year standoff post-Galwan Valley conflict in June 2020, significantly impacting relations between the two nations. The agreement was endorsed by PM Modi and President Xi Jinping.

The late Ratan Tata's will has named his trusted assistant Shantanu Naidu, along with family, staff, and his cherished dog, Tito, as beneficiaries. Tata’s ₹10,000 crore estate includes assets like an Alibaug bungalow, a Juhu property, and Tata Sons shares, which will go to the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation. Naidu, who managed Tata’s companionship venture Goodfellows, received Tata’s share of the company and educational loan forgiveness, underscoring their close bond. Tito, Tata’s beloved German Shepherd, will receive "unlimited care" from Tata’s longtime cook, Rajan Shaw, a rare gesture in Indian inheritance practices.

The Supreme Court granted significant relief to actress Rhea Chakraborty in the Sushant Singh Rajput case by upholding the Bombay High Court’s decision to cancel the CBI's lookout notice against her and her family. Maharashtra’s appeal to reinstate the notice faced Supreme Court scrutiny, questioning the rationale for targeting Rhea due to her “high-profile status.” The case originated from a 2020 FIR filed by Sushant’s family, leading to CBI and ED investigations. Justice B.R. Gavai cautioned CBI against unwarranted harassment, emphasizing fair and unbiased inquiry practices.

Ratan Tata, renowned industrialist and former Tata Sons Chairman, allocated shares not only to his siblings but also for his German Shepherd, Tito, and longtime butler Subbiah. Tata’s estate, valued at around Rs 10,000 crore, includes "unlimited care" provisions for Tito, to be managed by his cook, Rajan Shaw. Additionally, Tata waived loans for his assistant Shantanu Naidu and assigned his Tata Sons stake to the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation. Known for his empathy, Tata’s will reflects his care for close associates and animals, underscoring his legacy of generosity and compassion.

In India, 27 flights received new bomb threats on Friday, affecting major carriers such as IndiGo, SpiceJet, Vistara, and Air India. This marks a concerning trend, with nearly 300 Indian flights targeted over the last 11 days. On Thursday alone, 85 flights received similar threats. The Civil Aviation Ministry, led by Ram Mohan Naidu, is actively seeking solutions, including amendments to Aircraft Security Rules to place offenders on a no-fly list. Social media giants Meta and X are also under scrutiny, with officials citing their role in circulating these false alarms.