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Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched its Vikram-1 rocket at 12:05 pm after a brief software delay. The mission followed two previous failures of Isro’s PSLV rockets. Agnikul Cosmos CEO Srinath Ravichandran said, “It means a lot to actually be going through a hold when the world is watching.” The rocket flew perfectly.
Shahrukh Alam said hate speech is a constitutional issue at Manthan Samvaad 2026 in Hyderabad. She argued that speech from those in power differs from dissent. Alam noted that hate speech often excludes communities and causes structural violence. She said, "The relationship between speech, political power and discrimination must be considered."
Cockroach Janta Party leaders vowed to start nationwide protests after Delhi Police detained hundreds on Saturday. The group gathered near Jantar Mantar to demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged electoral fraud. Chief Abhijeet Dipke said, "The fight has just begun," as the party plans to expand its reach.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the upgraded Paramakudi railway station on Sunday. The project cost ₹13.96 crore under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The station got new platform shelters, a foot over bridge, and lifts to help passengers. Many local leaders joined the event as the station showed growth.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that girls' education and women's self-reliance are key to Ram Rajya. The government now provides 1.60 crore children with uniforms, bags, and books. He said, "At that time, 60% to 70% of girls went to school barefoot." Better facilities helped many stay in school.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay hosted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for coffee on Friday and joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a metro ride on Saturday. These meetings highlight his balancing act between allies and the Centre. Minister Nirmal Kumar said, "We climb down only for the welfare of Tamil Nadu."
Delhi Police ignored a Supreme Court order from Sunday and roughed up many journalists covering protests. Officers blocked cameras and detained media personnel despite them wearing identity cards. The Committee to Protect Journalists said, “India has a special responsibility to uphold press freedom and protect journalists’ constitutional right to report freely.”
The Democratic Youth Federation of India will move the Supreme Court over the alleged illegal detention and torture of its activists. A.A. Rahim said on October 11, 2026, that police assaulted members during a peaceful protest. He noted, “These vehicles were nothing short of Guantanamo Bay on wheels,” seeking an inquiry.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said on October 11, 2026, that New Delhi acknowledged Katchatheevu belongs to Sri Lanka. He highlighted good relations with India during a rally. “We maintain good bilateral relations with India,” he said. The President also promised that Sri Lanka will not allow threats to its neighbour.
The Indo-French satellite TRISHNA will be launched in the next 12-16 months, said Jasvinder Singh Khoral on Sunday, October 11, 2026. This mission aims for better water resource management. India and France are jointly developing the satellite, which will use two primary payloads to monitor the earth’s surface temperature and energy.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar hailed the festive spirit of Dasara in Mysuru, noting it offers a glimpse of India’s culture to the world. He said, "What we are witnessing today is Dasara as a people's durbar." The government also started Kambala this year to promote traditional art and local heritage.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Sunday said CJP protests in Delhi were an attempt to create anarchy. He hailed the government for bringing the situation under control. Paswan said, "I believe that yesterday's protest was meant to promote anarchy." Many protesters got detained as police stopped them in Delhi.