Two Agniveers lost their lives in an accidental shell explosion during a firing exercise at the Artillery School in Nashik, Maharashtra. The incident occurred on Thursday when a shell from an Indian field gun detonated while a team was practicing. The deceased, identified as 20-year-old Gohil Vishwaraj Singh and 21-year-old Saifat Shit, were rushed to a military hospital but pronounced dead upon arrival. A court of inquiry has been initiated to investigate the cause of the explosion. Police have registered a case of accidental death, following a complaint from Havildar Ajit Kumar.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a major investigation into a cocaine seizure worth over Rs 7,000 crore in Delhi, issuing look-out circulars (LOCs) for six individuals, including UK national Savinder Singh. Singh, who allegedly oversaw a 208 kg cocaine shipment from South America, fled India shortly after arrests were made on October 2. The cocaine was concealed in snack packets and stored in a rented shop in Ramesh Nagar. The police are investigating connections to a broader syndicate, which includes a Dubai-based businessman and other foreign nationals.

Israeli air strikes on central Beirut on Thursday resulted in at least 22 deaths and 117 injuries, marking the deadliest attack in the area since the escalation began last month. The strikes occurred around 20:00 local time without prior warning, intensifying the anxiety among residents, who fear further attacks. Eyewitnesses reported a “roar then explosion” as the missiles struck. In response, Israel claimed that Hezbollah launched over 190 projectiles into its territory. Meanwhile, two UN peacekeepers were reportedly injured when Israeli forces targeted an observation post in southern Lebanon.

In a tragic incident in Balochistan, Pakistan, gunmen stormed a coal mine late Thursday, killing 20 miners and injuring 7 others. The attack occurred in the Duki district, where the assailants opened fire after rounding up the miners. Local police suspect the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army, known for targeting civilians, may be responsible. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the violence, while local leaders vowed to seek justice for the innocent laborers. The attack comes just days before a significant security summit in Islamabad, raising concerns about ongoing instability in the region.

The death toll from Hurricane Milton has risen to 16, with fatalities reported in Florida’s Orange County and Tampa. A man in his 60s died after stepping on a downed power line, and a woman in her 70s was killed by a falling tree branch. Five additional deaths occurred from tornadoes in the Spanish Lakes Country Club. While airports like Tampa and Orlando have begun resuming limited operations, Sarasota remains closed. Analysts estimate insured losses from Milton to range between $30-60 billion, lower than initial forecasts of $100 billion.

Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo, a movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2024. The group is recognized for its tireless efforts in advocating for a world free of nuclear weapons and sharing witness testimony to highlight the catastrophic consequences of nuclear warfare. The Nobel Committee praised their role in shaping the nuclear taboo and promoting global peace. Nihon Hidankyo's work underscores the importance of preventing future nuclear disasters, as threats of nuclear weapons resurface amid modern geopolitical tensions.

India has condemned Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, expressing concern for the safety of its 600 soldiers stationed along the Blue Line. The statement came after Israeli forces targeted the UNIFIL Naqoura headquarters, injuring two peacekeepers. India's Ministry of External Affairs called for respecting the inviolability of UN premises and ensuring the protection of peacekeepers. The situation has escalated following Israeli strikes on Hezbollah positions near UNIFIL posts. The two injured peacekeepers are recovering, while tensions in the region continue to grow.

Israel eliminated Araeb el Shoga, Hezbollah's Radwan Force commander, during targeted airstrikes in Southern Lebanon. The strikes followed Israeli attacks on central Beirut, which killed 22 people and injured dozens. The Lebanese Health Ministry confirmed the death toll as the situation escalated between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. UN peacekeepers were also hit, with two Indonesian troops wounded in the attack on their base in Naqoura. Italy condemned the incident, calling it a deliberate targeting of UN positions. The White House expressed concern over Israeli strikes on peacekeepers, urging caution.

The US believes Iran has not resumed its nuclear weapon program, despite recent tensions, including an Iranian missile attack on Israel and the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. US intelligence confirms Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not reversed his 2003 decision to halt nuclear weapon development. CIA Director William Burns noted Iran enriches uranium close to weapons-grade but is not yet building a bomb. Israel sees Iran’s nuclear efforts as a critical threat, while US officials urge restraint to prevent wider conflict. Iran has denied having a nuclear weapons program.

An Israeli airstrike hit central Beirut on Thursday, targeting a Hezbollah figure, killing 22 people and injuring 117, according to Lebanon's health ministry. Loud explosions were reported by AFP journalists, marking the third attack on the Lebanese capital in recent weeks. A Lebanese security source confirmed the targeting of the Hezbollah figure after a series of killings of the Iran-backed group's top officials. Israeli forces are also accused of firing on UN peacekeepers, injuring two. Lebanon's health ministry updated the death toll following the raid, while Israel has yet to comment on the specific target of the strike.