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Fireworks and tear gas as protesters and riot police clash in Paris

Europe correspondent Nick Beake reports from Paris where mostly peaceful protests turned into unrest after nightfall.

Houthis claim 'phases' of attacks on Saudi airports, oil pipelines

Yemen's Iran-allied Houthis say they have launched attacks at airports and oil facilities, as clashes between Saudi Arabia and the militant group intensify.

Tarrawingee tries to make sense of attack on local member Helen Haines

Tarrawingee has a pub, a footy club and a CFA, and about 400 people. It also has a resident some people have grown to fear.

Anthropic PB admits to having an Indian subsidiary, contradicts earlier stand in court

This violates corporate ethics, says founder of Belagavi-based company who has filed the complaint

Another worker succumbs to injuries in Vellore; cracker unit owner arrested

Collector P.S. Leela Alex handed over ₹4 lakh ex-gratia from Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund to family members of the deceased workers

Governor Kefas Condemns Killings In Taraba, Calls For Arrest Of Perpetrators

Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has condemned the reported killing of residents in Binnari, Karim Lamido Local Government Area, following an attack by armed men on Friday. As part of the broader peacebuilding efforts, the governor recently approved ₦1 billion for the Taraba State Bureau for Peace and Conflict Management to address the aftermath of previous crises and support initiatives aimed at restoring peace in Karim Lamido.

Christian families in West Bengal get police protection after alleged attacks to renounce religion

An FIR was registered at the Chandrakona police station based on a complainant which accused 13 persons connected with the Bajrang Dal of attacking Christian families and pressured them to return to Hinduism

Kashmir IGP calls for action against overground workers, hybrid terrorists

Reviews security preparedness and policing measures; pushes for stronger intelligence gathering and close monitoring of emerging security challenges

Police Pursue Eastleigh Building Owner, Contractor Over Deadly Collapse, 31 still missing

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 24 – Police have launched a manhunt for the owner of a multi-storey building that collapsed in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area, as well as the contractor responsible for the construction, amid investigations into the incident. The collapse triggered a multi-agency emergency response involving the National Police Service, Kenya Defence Forces, Kenya Red Cross and Nairobi City County emergency teams.

German national facing trial for alleged attempt to join IS

A 21-year-old suspect is being held in pre-trial detention for allegedly trying to join the "Islamic State" terror group.

Nine arrested after land dispute turns violent in Shabad

Local body polls: TDP-led alliance seeks SIT probe into alleged YSRCP violence

Delegation alleges conspiracy to disrupt elections and seeks probe into attacks on police and alleged mobilisation of anti-social elements

Police showcase weapons, security measures at open house for students

Woman, paramour get life imprisonment for murder in Kakinada

CPI(M) book stalls’ sales cross ₹1 crore across 12 West Bengal districts amid targeted attacks

It became about bulldozers vs. books, and people showed up for the books, says senior CPI(M) leader Sujan Chakraborty.

Human rights groups to probe shooting of three persons in Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary

Bengaluru advocate’s death initially suspected to be heart attack, turns out to be murder

Despite sustaining serious head injuries, Sriram continued walking for some distance before suddenly feeling unwell and collapsing.

Public employment is no leisurely obligation, it is position of responsibility: Karnataka High Court

‘Protective umbrella of maternity benefits is intended to shield motherhood from the rigours of employment; it is not intended to immunise an employee from the discipline that employment necessarily demands’

10 killed in Taraba attack as residents flee community

The police spokesperson in the state, Victor Mshelizah, confirmed the killings, saying security personnel had been deployed to the affected community.

Freed US citizen was tortured in Russian jail, former Ukrainian prisoners say

Ukrainians held alongside the American say they witnessed beatings and sexual humiliation by Russian guards during his detention.

Police personnel urged to ensure peaceful conduct of nomination scrutiny process

Reviewing security arrangements, Nandyal SP directs officials and staff to maintain constant oversight to ensure strict adherence to the election code of conduct

Civil polls: TDP-led alliance seeks SIT probe into alleged YSRCP violence

Delegation alleges conspiracy to disrupt elections and seeks probe into attacks on police and alleged mobilisation of anti-social elements

VACB arrests contractor for diverting 11,000 kg of Milma ghee from Sabarimala

The VACB finds that the original ghee meant for Sabarimala was diverted to two firms in Tamil Nadu and replaced with a cheaper product that was subsequently supplied to the temple

Military Kills 15 Terrorists In Borno Air Strike

The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded another operational success with the neutralisation of 15 terrorists in a precision air strike north-west of Pulka in Gwoza LGA of Borno State. A statement by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, on Saturday, noted that the operation was conducted at about 11:50 p.m. on 23 October 2026, following credible intelligence and confirmed sightings of terrorist movements in the general area of Pulka.