India has proposed a three-part truce between Russia and Ukraine aimed at reducing the war’s impact on global food and energy supplies. The proposal calls for stopping attacks on energy facilities and critical infrastructure, ensuring the continued movement of grain and energy through Black Sea ports, and ending attacks on commercial shipping. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said India has been engaging with both Moscow and Kyiv on these issues. Ukraine has described India’s proposal as the “most comprehensive” among four ceasefire initiatives. Russian President Vladimir Putin has also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to find mutually acceptable solutions. (PC: AP)

US President Donald Trump has blamed mass migration and Islam for France’s nationwide school protests, rejecting the view that the unrest is primarily about education. More than 250,000 people demonstrated across France on Tuesday, with students, teachers and parents demanding better funding, improved school facilities and more staff. Protests began in September and have included school blockades, class boycotts and occasional clashes with police. Trump claimed the demonstrations reflected uncontrolled migration and an alleged attempt by Islam to take over France, but provided no evidence linking the school movement to religious demands. French officials have focused on education, policing and public spending concerns. (PC: Reuters)

More than 250,000 students, teachers and parents demonstrated across France on October 6, demanding better funding and improved conditions in high schools. Protesters are calling for more teachers, smaller classes, repairs to deteriorating school buildings and shorter school days. Hundreds of schools were blockaded or closed, disrupting classes nationwide. While many demonstrations remained peaceful, clashes erupted in Paris and other cities, with police using tear gas and batons. Nearly 500 people were arrested and 43 police officers injured, according to authorities. The protests have also raised concerns over alleged excessive police force and placed growing pressure on Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s government. (PC: AFP)

Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned a series of Houthi missile and drone attacks targeting sites across the Kingdom. The Houthis claimed they struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco refinery in Rabigh, Abha Airport and military facilities in southern Saudi Arabia. The group said the attacks were retaliation for Saudi strikes in Yemen. Saudi authorities condemned what they described as continued attacks against civilian and economic infrastructure and reaffirmed the Kingdom’s right to defend its territory and citizens. Riyadh also accused the Houthis of undermining efforts toward a political settlement in Yemen and called for stronger international action against the group. 

A Ukrainian drone attack set fire to the Liberian-flagged oil tanker Aframax Rio off Russia’s Black Sea coast near Sochi on October 6. Russia’s Transport Ministry said the vessel was struck by “naval drones,” causing crude oil to burn and producing thick black smoke. The tanker carried 23 crew members, all Indian nationals, who were rescued safely; reports initially differed on whether any crew member was injured. Firefighters faced difficulties controlling the intense blaze, while authorities restricted access to nearby beaches. The incident highlights growing risks to commercial shipping in the Black Sea amid escalating Russia-Ukraine attacks. 

Lionel Messi brought his extraordinary international career to an emotional close as Argentina defeated Benin 3-0 in a friendly at Buenos Aires’ Monumental Stadium. Playing before more than 85,000 supporters, the 39-year-old captain delivered a fitting farewell, scoring from the penalty spot and providing two assists. Nicolás Otamendi and Nico Paz also scored for Argentina. Messi finished his Argentina career with a record 208 appearances and 126 international goals. His journey included Copa América titles and the 2022 FIFA World Cup triumph. Fans, teammates and former champions gathered to celebrate his remarkable 21-year contribution to Argentine football. (PC: AFP)

Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained by Delhi Police on Tuesday evening after a sit-in of over eight hours at Akashvani Bhawan, according to Congress sources. Police had earlier said the sit-in would not be allowed overnight and asked protesters to disperse. The Opposition is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. "We want to meet the CEC," Priyanka said. Congress leader Pawan Khera said all protesters were taken to an undisclosed location, and that the party would hold more protests. (PC: X)

The Election Commission said on Tuesday that no political party had formally sought an appointment before 4 pm, as the INDIA bloc protested in Delhi over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls. The ECI said Delhi Police later conveyed that around 240 MPs wanted to meet it at the Parliament House Annexe, which it called unusual and declined, citing protocol. It said it offered to send its senior-most officer to receive a memorandum, but the MPs declined. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained after a nearly nine-hour sit-in. PTI reported about 250 others, including MPs, were also detained. The ECI rejects the opposition's allegations. (PC: HT)

Police used tear gas in Paris and Marseille and water cannon in Rennes on Tuesday as school protests in France grew into a nationwide movement. The government said over 250,000 people marched and 891 high schools were disrupted; student unions claimed 450,000 and 1,800 blockades. Students are demanding more school funding, citing overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages and crumbling buildings. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said 215 students, 85 staff and 715 police officers have been injured since the protests began. Police have stopped or arrested 6,547 people since September 28, and the CGT union has called for more protests on Thursday. (PC: BBC)

Israeli singer Ben Raivitz has performed the Hanuman Chalisa and offered prayers for the speedy recovery of Captain Smit Machchhar, the Flydubai pilot praised for his actions during a recent cockpit emergency. A 38-second video of the tribute, published on October 6, has drawn attention on social media, with many viewers pointing to its message of solidarity across cultures. People from across India and abroad continue to send wishes and prayers for the pilot's recovery. The report did not give details about the emergency or about Captain Machchhar's current condition. (PC: X)