Storm Ashley, the first named storm of the season, is causing severe disruptions across the UK. The Met Office has issued yellow and amber warnings, forecasting wind speeds up to 80mph, particularly affecting Scotland and Northern Ireland. Coastal areas face a threat of large waves and flooding. Authorities warn of potential power cuts and transport delays, with motorists advised to avoid unnecessary travel. The Great South Run in Portsmouth has been cancelled due to safety concerns. The Environment Agency has issued 41 flood warnings and 132 flood alerts, affecting multiple regions.

The family of Vikash Yadav, a former Indian official indicted by the US for allegedly plotting to kill Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has rejected the charges. Yadav, 39, is accused of directing another Indian citizen, Nikhil Gupta, to hire a hitman for $15,000 to assassinate Pannun. Yadav’s cousin, Avinash Yadav, expressed disbelief, citing the family’s modest living conditions and asking, “Can you find any Audis or Mercedes outside this house?” The US Department of Justice indicted Yadav last week, and his whereabouts are currently unknown. The Indian government has not confirmed his involvement with intelligence services.

Six IndiGo flights, including routes from Jeddah-Mumbai and Delhi-Istanbul, received bomb threats on Sunday, prompting swift action from the airline. IndiGo issued a statement assuring passengers that safety remains its highest priority, collaborating with authorities and following all safety protocols. The affected flights are being closely monitored, with no reported incidents. These threats follow a string of hoax warnings that have disrupted over 30 Indian airline flights since Saturday. The Civil Aviation Ministry is preparing stricter measures to combat hoax bomb threats, including potential no-fly lists for offenders.

The Israeli military launched airstrikes on Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters in Beirut's southern suburbs. The strikes, which also targeted an underground weapons workshop, killed senior Hezbollah commanders Al-Haj Abbas Salama, Rada Abbas Awada, and Ahmad Ali Hussein. Awada was a communications expert, while Hussein led a weapons manufacturing unit. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated that precautions were taken to minimize civilian casualties, including issuing advance warnings. The attack follows increasing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Dr Sabbah, in northern Gaza, urges for the siege on hospitals to end, warning of the risk of extermination in the region.

Ashwin Annamalai, an Indian-origin Canadian citizen, shared a disturbing encounter of hate in Kitchener-Waterloo. In a viral video posted on X, Annamalai described being verbally attacked by a woman who assumed he was an Indian national. The woman demanded he "return to India," accusing him of not speaking English and expressing racist sentiments about the presence of people of color. Annamalai voiced his concern about the increasing hate crimes in Canada, citing new data showing that the Waterloo region now has the highest rate of police-reported hate crimes in the country.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah flagged off the Kashmir Marathon, with over 2,000 athletes from 13 countries participating. Abdullah, 54, ran a half-marathon (21 km) in under 2 hours, without prior training. The event, organized by the J&K Tourism Department, aimed to showcase Kashmir as a peaceful destination for international events. Top athletes, including Asian gold medallists and runners from Europe and Africa, competed. Abdullah expressed hopes for the marathon to become a global event, while participants praised the beauty and hospitality of Kashmir.

New Zealand secured a historic 8-wicket victory over India in the first Test in Bengaluru, marking their first Test win in India since 1988. Chasing 107, New Zealand lost Tom Latham early but recovered with key contributions from Will Young (45*) and Rachin Ravindra (39*). Devon Conway added 17 runs before falling. India’s Jasprit Bumrah took two wickets, while Sarfaraz Khan's 150 and Rishabh Pant's 99 stood out in the first innings. New Zealand now lead the three-match series 1-0.

An anonymous X account, @adamlanza1111, posted 46 bomb threats targeting Indian airlines within two days, with a total of 70 threats issued throughout the week. The threats targeted domestic carriers like Air India, Vistara, IndiGo, and international airlines such as American Airlines and Jet Blue. The handle has since been suspended by X. India's aviation security body, BCAS, met with airline representatives, reassuring that safety protocols are robust. DG Zulfiquar Hasan urged passengers to fly without fear, emphasizing strict security measures in place.

A loud blast occurred near the CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini area on Sunday morning, causing damage to the school's wall, nearby shops, and a car. No injuries were reported. Police, forensic teams, and the bomb squad were dispatched to the scene to investigate the cause. A senior officer suggested the explosion might be from a firecracker but emphasized that all possibilities are being explored. CCTV footage is being reviewed, and heightened security measures have been implemented in the area to ensure safety.

A vibrant Diwali celebration lit up Times Square in New York City as the Indian community gathered to commemorate the festival of lights. Mayor Eric Adams, alongside diplomats and officials, joined the festivities, highlighting the event as a display of culture and unity. Adams tweeted, "What better place to celebrate the festival of lights than in the Crossroads of the World?" Celebrations also took place in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, with local officials supporting the Indian-American community. The New York State Governor recently declared Diwali a school holiday, recognizing the cultural diversity in NYC.