Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe interrupted King Charles's address to Parliament in Canberra, accusing him of genocide against Indigenous Australians. During the ceremony, Thorpe shouted for about a minute, stating, "This is not your land, you are not my King," before being removed by security. Her comments aimed to highlight the historical grievances of Aboriginal people regarding colonization. In contrast, Aboriginal elder Aunty Violet Sheridan, who welcomed the King and Queen, condemned Thorpe's actions as "disrespectful," asserting that Thorpe does not speak for all Indigenous Australians. The incident reflects ongoing debates about the monarchy's role and Indigenous rights in Australia.

Hyundai Motor India's shares debuted on the stock market at a disappointing 1.5% discount, opening at Rs 1,931 on the BSE and Rs 1,934 on the NSE, below the issue price of Rs 1,960. The company's IPO, worth Rs 27,870 crore, was subscribed 2.37 times, with retail investors showing limited interest, subscribing to only 50% of their allotted shares. Market analysts had anticipated a lackluster debut due to ongoing market volatility and concerns over valuation, especially since the IPO was a complete offer for sale (OFS), meaning Hyundai will not receive any proceeds from the share sale.

The Punjab government has sanctioned the prosecution of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the chief of Dera Sacha Sauda, in three sacrilege cases from 2015. This decision follows the recent Supreme Court ruling that lifted a stay on the trial, which was previously imposed by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The sacrilege incidents triggered significant protests from the Sikh community, resulting in violent clashes and the deaths of two protesters during police action. The approval allows the trial against Ram Rahim to move forward, based on a petition filed by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

India and China have agreed to restore patrolling rights in the Depsang Plains and Demchok areas, key locations along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. This decision marks a significant step in addressing the military standoff that arose after Chinese incursions in 2020. The agreement allows Indian troops to patrol up to old patrolling points (PP) 10 to 13 in the Depsang Plains and Charding Nullah in Demchok. However, the situation remains unchanged at other friction points, such as Galwan Valley and Pangong Tso, where disengagement and buffer zones were established two years ago.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed to have discovered $500 million in cash and gold hidden in a bunker associated with Hezbollah's former leader, Hassan Nasrallah, located beneath a hospital in Beirut. IDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari provided graphic evidence and a video simulation of the bunker but confirmed that Israel has no plans to strike it due to its location under a medical facility. The discovery highlights ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, raising concerns about the group's financial resources and operational capabilities amid the continuing conflict in the region.

Former President Donald Trump worked at a McDonald's in Feasterville, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, serving french fries and commenting on Vice President Kamala Harris. During his visit, Trump criticized Harris, claiming she had lied about her experience working at McDonald's, which he argued was meant to enhance her working-class image. He stated, “It was a big part of her resume that she worked at McDonald’s,” and suggested she exaggerated the difficulty of the job. Trump's visit is part of his ongoing presidential campaign activities. He did not provide any evidence to support his claims against Harris during the event.

Schools and anganwadi centres in parts of Odisha will close from Wednesday as Cyclone "Dana" approaches. The storm is developing over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall between Puri in Odisha and Sagar Island in West Bengal on the night of October 24 or early morning of October 25. Heavy rainfall and wind speeds of 100-110 km/h, gusting up to 120 km/h, are anticipated, particularly in coastal districts. In preparation, the Odisha government has initiated safety measures, including evacuations, tourist advisories, and the establishment of cyclone shelters to reduce potential casualties and damage.

The Kshatriya Karni Sena has announced a reward of ₹1,11,11,111 for the encounter of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. This comes after Bishnoi's gang claimed responsibility for the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique in Mumbai. Raj Shekhawat, the national president of Kshatriya Karni Sena, stated in a video that the reward would be given to any police officer who successfully carries out the encounter. Shekhawat also criticized the Central and Gujarat governments for their handling of gang violence and expressed concerns about safety and security in the region. The announcement underscores the escalating tensions surrounding organized crime in India.

Olympic wrestler Sakshi Malik has claimed that BJP leader Babita Phogat initiated the wrestlers' protest against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Singh. Malik alleged that Phogat encouraged the protest with the intent of replacing Singh as WFI president. In an interview Malik stated that Phogat held a meeting with several wrestlers, urging them to protest against alleged misconduct within the federation, including instances of molestation. Malik suggested that Phogat's motivation was to gain control of the WFI, using the protest to further her own agenda.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for Russia to attend the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan. During his visit, Modi will hold bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. In addition to Putin, Modi is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping and other BRICS leaders. These discussions aim to strengthen diplomatic ties and explore cooperation among the BRICS nations, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This summit will focus on economic collaboration and global geopolitical issues, with Modi's engagements reflecting India's strategic interests within the bloc.