Nagpur has launched 250 electric buses to improve its public transport system and reduce air pollution. The initiative, backed by the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), follows successful trials recommended by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. The fleet will accommodate 16,000 daily passengers, transporting over 100,000 people daily. This eco-friendly move aims to lower air and noise pollution, promote clean energy, and reduce traffic congestion. With zero emissions and reduced maintenance costs, the buses are a step towards a greener, more sustainable city, benefiting the environment and residents' health.

Eight coaches of the Agartala-Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express derailed at Dibalong station in Assam's Dima Hasao district on Thursday. The incident occurred around 4 PM in the Lumding-Bardarpur Hill section of the Lumding division. Fortunately, no casualties or major injuries were reported. Railway officials immediately dispatched accident relief trains and medical teams from Lumding to supervise rescue efforts. Train operations on the single line section were suspended due to the derailment. Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed that the state government is coordinating with railway authorities to handle the situation.

The US confirmed that "CC1," implicated in the foiled assassination plot of Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, is no longer an Indian government employee. US Department of State spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed satisfaction with India’s cooperation in the ongoing investigation. India previously arrested "CC1," identified as Vikram Yadav, who was allegedly involved in the plot targeting Pannun in New York. Nikhil Gupta, charged in the case, was extradited from the Czech Republic. Pannun’s group Sikhs for Justice remains banned in India for subversive activities.

In Bahraich, the two main accused, Sarfaraz and Talib, in a recent murder case were shot during an encounter with police while allegedly attempting to flee to Nepal. The incident occurred near Nanpara police station, and a video of the encounter has surfaced. Both accused were injured and admitted to Nanpara CHC under tight security. Earlier, Internet services were restored in Bahraich following communal violence in Maharajganj, where a 22-year-old man was killed during a Durga idol immersion procession. Authorities are working to restore normalcy in the district after the unrest.

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, which grants citizenship to immigrants who entered Assam between January 1, 1966, and March 25, 1971. The ruling was delivered by a five-judge Constitution Bench on October 17, 2024, with a 4:1 majority. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud headed the bench, and Justice Surya Kant wrote the lead majority opinion. Chief Justice Chandrachud provided a concurring judgment. Justice J.B. Pardiwala dissented, stating that the provision is unconstitutional but should only apply prospectively. This decision reaffirms the provisions of the Assam Accord regarding citizenship.

A Vistara flight from Frankfurt to Mumbai received a security threat via social media on Wednesday, marking the 13th fake bomb threat against Indian flights in just four days. Following a safe landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, the aircraft was taken to an isolation bay for inspection. The threats have targeted multiple airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and Akasa Air, affecting both domestic and international routes. A Vistara spokesperson confirmed that all passengers and crew on flight UK 028 were safe and that the relevant authorities were promptly informed of the situation.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has recommended Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the most senior Supreme Court judge, as his successor. The government had requested the recommendation last Friday, in accordance with the Memorandum of Procedure. Justice Chandrachud is set to retire on November 8, after a two-year term. If approved by the government, Justice Khanna will become the 51st Chief Justice of India, serving a six-month tenure until his retirement on May 13, 2025. Justice Khanna's appointment awaits formal approval, marking a smooth transition in the leadership of India’s judiciary.

A minor from Chhattisgarh has been arrested for sending bomb threats to four flights using a fake social media account created in his friend’s name. Following a monetary dispute, the class 11 dropout sent threats on October 14, prompting the diversion of an Air India flight to New Delhi and delays for two IndiGo flights to Muscat and Jeddah. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu condemned the threats, asserting a commitment to passenger safety. Multiple investigations are ongoing, with police assessing whether a larger conspiracy exists behind the incidents.

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced that at least seven more flights received hoax bomb threats, raising the total to nearly 20 in three days. Four IndiGo, two SpiceJet, and one Akasa Air flight were affected. Naidu stated that law enforcement is actively pursuing the cases and assured that those responsible will be prosecuted. A minor has already been arrested by Mumbai police for issuing threats. The minister condemned the disruptions, emphasizing efforts to enhance security and coordination among agencies to safeguard aviation operations.

SpiceJet received bomb threats for two of its flights on October 16, 2024, through a message on its X account. Authorities were immediately informed, and all safety protocols were followed. Passengers were safely disembarked, and after thorough checks, the planes were cleared for operations. In the last two days, 13 Indian flights, including international ones, have faced similar hoax bomb threats, causing diversions and delays. Most threats originated from social media accounts outside the country, now suspended. The Ministry of Home Affairs has sought reports from aviation agencies to investigate possible conspiracies against India's aviation sector.