Ratan Tata, the 86-year-old former chairman of Tata Sons, was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai for medical check-ups on Monday. Reports initially raised concerns about his health after a significant drop in blood pressure, and he was taken to the ICU for close monitoring. However, in a social media post, Tata clarified that the rumors were unfounded and attributed the hospital visit to his age and routine health checks. “There is no cause for concern. I remain in good spirits,” he said, asking the public and media to avoid spreading misinformation.

A tragic blast at Gangaramchak Mining Private Limited in Birbhum district, West Bengal, resulted in the deaths of at least 7 people and left several others injured on October 7, 2024. The incident occurred during a coal extraction explosion in the Lokpur area. Emergency services responded quickly to the site, where rescue operations are ongoing. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion and have vowed to ensure the safety of workers in the region's mining operations.

A Bengaluru-Kolkata Indigo flight faced a medical emergency when a passenger in his forties developed severe breathlessness and vomited blood mid-flight. Dr. M M Samim, a neurologist, and his wife Dr. Naznin Parvin, a pediatrician, along with a surgeon, rushed to his aid. They stabilized the man, who was suffering from a chronic liver condition, using on-board medical supplies. Their quick action saved the passenger’s life and prevented a flight diversion to Bhubaneswar. The flight landed safely in Kolkata, where the patient was transferred to an ambulance for further treatment.

Five people died from dehydration while attending an Air Force air show at Chennai’s Marina Beach. DMK MP Kanimozhi expressed sadness and emphasized avoiding unmanageable gatherings. The event aimed to break records with over 16 lakh attendees, but high temperatures and lack of basic amenities led to severe distress. Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian confirmed the deaths and stated 230 people were hospitalized due to heat exhaustion. Opposition parties BJP and AIADMK criticized the DMK government for mismanagement, while authorities defended the preparations made for the event.

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.