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The Supreme Court on Friday (October 16, 2026) issued notice on a plea to transfer the Twisha Sharma death case from Bhopal to New Delhi. Her father said the accused were influential. Justice Joymalya Bagchi noted, "A young woman had died an unnatural death within six months of marriage."
The Supreme Court on Friday told TMC MP Mahua Moitra to inform the Nadia district administration a day before her visits. The bench said, "These are not the issues which should come to the court." This order followed Moitra’s plea against a circular that required longer notice for official visits.
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan called for concerted efforts to preserve India’s cultural heritage on Friday, October 16. Opening the Navaratri Sargotsavam-2026, he said festivals reflect our diversity and strengthen national unity. He urged families and institutions to nurture citizens who are culturally aware, noting that shared traditions unite all of us.
India appointed Sudhakar Dalela as its next ambassador to Nepal ahead of Prime Minister Balen Shah's expected visit in November. Dalela, a 1993-batch officer, brings deep experience in regional ties to Kathmandu. He will succeed Naveen Srivastava, who held the post since June 2022, to manage key bilateral infrastructure projects.
ISRO completed key separation tests for the Gaganyaan mission ahead of its first uncrewed launch this year. The space agency said, “The tests simulated the scenario of the CM-SM separation involving the severing of several umbilical connections.” These successful trials confirmed the design and safety of critical systems for flight.
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that citizens can file criminal complaints against candidates for false election affidavits. The bench said, “If at all a complaint is lodged to harass an elected candidate, the laws of the country duly equip and empower the competent magistrates to pass such order(s).”
Durga Puja festivities have begun across West Bengal with five days of rituals and elaborate pandal artwork. In North Kolkata, the Nalin Sarkar Street pandal pays tribute to India's rivers using biodegradable decorations. Devotees dressed in festive attire are stepping out to seek Ma Durga’s blessings as celebrations officially started today.
Health Minister K.G. Arunraj chaired a review meeting on Thursday regarding healthcare services at Thoothukudi Government Medical College and Hospital. He said the government started filling many nursing posts and appointed 700 doctors. Officials also discussed plans to prevent dengue spread after rains and promised better infrastructure for the hospital.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday accused the Congress of seeking a Bangladesh-style regime change in India. He claimed Rahul Gandhi wants to spread anarchy to grab power. Singh said, "In a democracy, there is no licence to spread anarchy and attack constitutional institutions," while criticising recent protests in Delhi.
India on Friday rejected US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal's criticism of electoral roll revisions as unwarranted. Jayapal said on Thursday she was concerned about actions aimed at purging 130 million people from voting rolls. The external affairs ministry said the remarks were uninformed and amounted to interfering in a fellow democracy.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said women's health, education and empowerment are vital to the country's future. He highlighted improvements in school facilities since 2017, noting that basic amenities reached 96% of primary schools. He said investment in girls' education helped build their confidence and strengthened the state's future.
India on Friday urged the United States to ensure the safety of its citizens after police foiled a mass-shooting plot at an Illinois Hindu temple. "This is a matter of deep concern for us," spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. Authorities arrested a 19-year-old suspect who allegedly targeted the Indian community.