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From Metro Ride to ₹13,000 Crore Projects: PM Modi’s Chennai Message
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Chennai on October 11, 2026, where he travelled on the Chennai Metro, participated in events at IIT Madras and inaugurated or laid foundation stones for development projects worth more than ₹13,000 crore. Major highlights included the Poonamallee–Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Phase II, infrastructure investments involving highways and transport, and initiatives connected with scientific research and industrial development. Modi emphasised modern infrastructure, improved connectivity, economic growth and employment opportunities for Tamil Nadu.
CJP Sets 24-Hour Deadline for Delhi Police to Fix Date for Jantar Mantar Protest
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has given Delhi Police 24 hours to provide a confirmed date for a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar. CJP leaders said they would visit Parliamentary Street Police Station on October 12 to seek a date and warned that they could announce another protest if no date was provided. The demand follows the detention of CJP leaders and police action during demonstrations linked to demands for accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and opposition to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls
Ravindra Chavan Accuses Congress of Changing Political Colours to Suit Its Convenience
Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan criticised the Congress, accusing the party of changing its political position according to convenience. His remarks came amid an exchange between the BJP and opposition parties over allegations of electoral irregularities and demands for action against the Election Commission. Chavan's comments reflect the continuing political dispute over voter-list revision and the credibility of electoral institutions.
CJP Leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka Detained at Delhi Airport Ahead of Protest
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained by Delhi Police shortly after their flight landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport on October 10. They were travelling to take part in a planned protest at Jantar Mantar demanding action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The detentions came amid heightened security and restrictions imposed ahead of the demonstration.
124 Former Civil Servants Defend Election Commission and SIR, Question Vote-Rigging Allegations
A group of 124 former IAS, IFS and allied-services officers has issued an open letter defending the Election Commission of India and its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The signatories argued that allegations of electoral manipulation should be supported by credible evidence and highlighted safeguards such as polling agents, electronic voting machine procedures and VVPAT verification. Their intervention comes amid opposition protests and demands for greater transparency in voter-list revisions.
PM Modi Calls Tirupati-Kashi Yatra “Very Touching”; TDP MP Vijay Says Appreciation Is a Moment of Pride
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised a Seva Sankalp bike yatra organised from Tirupati to Kashi, saying the effort to carry Krishna and Godavari river waters to Kashi was “very touching.” The 25-rider journey covered nearly 2,000 km across five states. TDP Rajya Sabha MP Chintakayala Vijay welcomed the Prime Minister’s appreciation and described it as a moment of pride.
“Trust Is the Currency of Democracy”: 42 Former Judges Warn Against Attempts to Undermine Election Commission
Forty-two former judges and retired officials have issued an open letter expressing concern over what they described as attempts to undermine the Election Commission and other constitutional institutions. They questioned unsupported “vote theft” allegations, defended the legal basis of the Special Intensive Revision and urged political parties to pursue electoral grievances through constitutional and legal mechanisms.
Dhruv Rathee Joins CJP Stir Against CEC; ‘Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod’ Chants Heard at Bengaluru Protest
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee joined a Cockroach Janta Party-led protest at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Actor Prakash Raj and CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke also participated, while protesters raised slogans demanding the CEC’s resignation. Rathee said he was not at the protest for “regime change” and questioned the transparency and accountability of the electoral-roll revision process. Hindustan Times
India Proposes Three-Part Russia-Ukraine Truce: Halt Energy Strikes, Protect Shipping and Keep Black Sea Open
India has proposed a three-part framework focused on stopping attacks against energy infrastructure, protecting commercial shipping and keeping grain and energy flows moving through the Black Sea. The proposal is aimed at reducing immediate risks associated with the conflict.
“Every FIR Is a Medal on My Chest”: Rahul Gandhi Sets 100-Case Target Amid ECI Protest
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said he has 45 FIRs against him and jokingly set a target of 100, describing every FIR as a “medal” after Delhi Police registered a case connected to an opposition protest at Akashvani Bhawan. Hindustan Times
Goa’s Legislative Journey Reflects Contributions of Successive Governments, Says CM Pramod Sawant
Goa marked 25 years of its Legislative Assembly Complex at Porvorim with Silver Jubilee celebrations highlighting the state’s legislative and democratic journey. The event also focused on strengthening public participation, technology and youth involvement in democratic institutions.
PM Modi Marks 25 Years in Public Life, Reiterates Vision for Developed India by 2047
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked 25 years since he first became Gujarat Chief Minister and used the milestone to outline long-term goals for India, including becoming one of the world’s top three economies, strengthening manufacturing and self-reliance, hosting the Olympics and advancing space exploration. Jansatta
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