Delhi High Court Protects Actor's 'Personality Rights' From AI Misuse
The Delhi High Court has passed an order protecting the personality and publicity rights of Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan, directing the removal of objectionable social media posts that illegally used his name, image, and AI-generated content. The ruling is part of a growing legal trend in India where public figures are seeking to protect their identity from unauthorized commercial exploitation and digital manipulation, setting a significant precedent for intellectual property law in the age of artificial intelligence.
Ahmedabad Recommended to Host 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games
The executive board of Commonwealth Sport has officially recommended Ahmedabad as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which will mark the event's 100th anniversary. Beating a proposal from Abuja, Nigeria, Ahmedabad's bid now awaits a final decision at the General Assembly in November. If approved, it would be the second time the Games are held in India, following the 2010 edition in New Delhi, and would utilize the city's world-class sporting infrastructure.
WHO Issues Global Alert for 3 Indian Cough Syrups After Child Deaths
The World Health Organization issued a global medical alert for three Indian-made cough syrups—Coldrif, Respifresh TR, and ReLife—linked to the deaths of at least 24 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The syrups were found to contain toxic diethylene glycol (DEG). The WHO urged increased surveillance of unregulated markets worldwide. Indian authorities have halted production at the implicated manufacturing sites and initiated product recalls, while the Tamil Nadu government has cancelled the manufacturing license for one of the firms.
US-China Trade War Escalates as China Vows to 'Fight to the End'
China's Commerce Ministry has declared it will "fight to the end" after the U.S. announced plans to impose an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese goods. The U.S. move is a response to Beijing's new export controls on rare earths. The escalating trade war between the world's two largest economies has rattled global markets. China defended its export controls as a legitimate measure to protect national security, while stating that its door for negotiations remains open despite its readiness for conflict.
Google to Invest $10 Billion in Andhra Pradesh Data Centre and AI Hub
Google announced a $10 billion investment to establish a major data centre and artificial intelligence hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This marks the company's largest such investment in India. The project includes a 1-gigawatt data centre campus that will integrate AI infrastructure, large-scale energy sources, and an expanded fibre-optic network. The move reflects the escalating competition among global tech giants to build infrastructure to meet the surging demand for AI services in the South Asian market.
IMF Raises India's 2025 Growth Forecast to 6.6% Citing Strong Performance
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded India's economic growth projection for 2025 to 6.6%, a revision of 0.2 percentage points from its prior forecast. In its latest World Economic Outlook report, the IMF noted that the country's strong performance in the first quarter of the year has more than offset the potential negative impact of increased US tariffs on Indian imports. The optimistic forecast positions India as a bright spot amid a modest global economic outlook.
Haryana Police Chief Sent on Leave Amid Probe into IPS Officer's Suicide
Haryana's Director General of Police, Shatrujeet Kapur, has been sent on leave by the state government following allegations of harassment in the suicide case of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar. Kapur and seven other senior officers were named in an eight-page note purportedly left by Kumar, which cited "blatant caste-based discrimination" and mental harassment. The move comes amid mounting political pressure from opposition parties and demands from the deceased officer's family for action against the accused.
Army Foils Infiltration Bid in Kupwara, Kills Two Terrorists
The Indian Army thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, killing two terrorists. Officials reported that troops noticed suspicious movement and engaged the infiltrating group in a sustained gunfight. The operation is part of heightened vigilance by security forces to prevent militants from crossing into India from launch pads in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir before winter snowfall closes the mountain passes. Searches in the area are ongoing.
Bus Fire in Jaisalmer Kills 20 Passengers, Injures 16
A tragic accident on the Jaisalmer-Jodhpur highway in Rajasthan claimed the lives of at least 20 passengers after a private bus caught fire. Another 16 people were critically injured. The bus, carrying 57 passengers, was quickly engulfed in flames, which are believed to have originated from a short circuit in the vehicle's rear. Local authorities, passersby, and army personnel assisted in rescue efforts, and the injured were rushed to hospitals in Jaisalmer and Jodhpur for urgent medical treatment.
SpaceX Starship Completes Successful 11th Test Flight
SpaceX's Starship, the world's most powerful rocket, successfully completed its 11th test flight, marking a key milestone in its development. The rocket launched from Texas, and its Super Heavy booster executed a controlled splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico. The upper-stage spacecraft continued into space before descending into the Indian Ocean after an hour-long flight. The successful test is a crucial step for NASA, which plans to use Starship for landing astronauts on the moon for its Artemis program.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Takes Effect; First Hostages Released in Prisoner Swap
A ceasefire in the two-year Israel-Hamas war has begun, marked by the release of the first group of hostages. Hamas handed over seven hostages to the Red Cross as part of a deal to exchange 20 living hostages for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The agreement, brokered with significant international pressure, is also expected to facilitate a surge of humanitarian aid into the famine-stricken Gaza Strip. US President Donald Trump is visiting the region for a peace summit in Egypt.
Hamas Releases All Living Israeli Hostages in Ceasefire Deal
Hamas has released all remaining living Israeli hostages after two years in captivity, a major development in the Gaza conflict. The release is part of the first phase of a U.S.-mediated peace plan and ceasefire agreement, which also includes a phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed no living hostages remain in captivity, though the bodies of 28 deceased hostages are yet to be returned. In exchange, Israel is set to release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
WHO Flags Three Contaminated Indian Cough Syrups After Child Deaths
The World Health Organization has issued a global health advisory for three contaminated cough syrups made in India: Coldrif from Sresan Pharmaceuticals, Respifresh TR from Rednex Pharmaceuticals, and ReLife from Shape Pharma. The warning follows the deaths of several children in Madhya Pradesh linked to the syrups, which were found to contain dangerous levels of the toxic chemical diethylene glycol. In response, Tamil Nadu authorities have revoked the manufacturing license of Sresan Pharmaceuticals and arrested its owner.
India's Retail Inflation Drops to 99-Month Low of 1.54%
India's retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), fell to a 99-month low of 1.54% in September 2025, according to official data. This significant drop, last seen in June 2017, was primarily driven by falling food and fuel prices. The figure is well below the Reserve Bank of India's lower tolerance band of 2%, increasing expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the Monetary Policy Committee in its next meeting to stimulate economic growth.
ED Raids Tainted Cough Syrup Maker and FDA Officials After Child Deaths
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has raided premises linked to Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Coldrif cough syrup, and officials of the Tamil Nadu Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The raids in Chennai are part of a money-laundering investigation following the deaths of at least 22 children in Madhya Pradesh. The cough syrup was found to be dangerously adulterated with the poison diethylene glycol (DEG). The company's owner was recently arrested by Madhya Pradesh Police.