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On News At 2 this 22nd of October, Taniya Dutta brings you the afternoon's most crucial headlines. India has upgraded its Technical Mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, marking renewed diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan following Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit.

In Kerala, a newly built helipad at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium partially collapsed after President Droupadi Murmu’s helicopter landed, though no injuries were reported. Meanwhile, a Belgian court cleared fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi’s extradition to India, confirming that charges in the ₹130 billion Punjab National Bank scam are recognized under Belgian law.

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On News At 2 this October 21, Taniya Dutta brings you the afternoon's most crucial headlines.

Delhi-NCR was blanketed in toxic smog after Diwali as firecracker violations pushed the Air Quality Index to a hazardous 451, with experts warning that even “green” crackers offer little relief.

In Navi Mumbai, a midnight Diwali fire at Raheja Residency in Vashi killed four, including a 6-year-old girl, and injured 10 others; the cause remains unknown. Meanwhile, RJD unveiled 143 candidates for the Bihar Assembly elections, including Tejashwi Yadav and Bhojpuri actor Khesari Lal Yadav, creating tension with ally Congress over overlapping constituencies.

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On News At 2 this 14th of October, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. At least 21 people were killed after a Jodhpur–Jaisalmer bus caught fire due to a suspected short circuit, with Prime Minister Modi announcing compensation and rescue operations underway. In New Delhi, India and Mongolia signed ten pacts elevating ties, with India funding a $1 billion oil refinery and expanding defence and cultural cooperation. Meanwhile, the Janata Dal (United) released its first list of 57 Bihar election candidates, defying seat-sharing expectations and signalling tensions within the NDA alliance ahead of the polls.

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India announces reopening its full-fledged embassy in Kabul in a major development in strengthening ties with Afghanistan after Taliban take over. Voters may use 12 alternative photo ID documents, with special support for burqa-clad women, for Bihar Assembly elections on November 6 and 11. India and Australia enhance maritime security and defense collaboration, signing a submarine rescue pact and expanding industrial cooperation, while advancing Quad defense ties with Japan and the US.

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On News At 2 this 8th of October, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. India has joined the Taliban, Pakistan, China, and Russia in rejecting U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid to retake Afghanistan’s Bagram air base, with the Moscow Format consultations opposing any foreign military presence. Meanwhile, tragedy struck Himachal Pradesh’s Bilaspur district as a landslide buried a bus, killing at least 15, prompting rescue efforts and condolences from leaders. In Mumbai, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ruled out easing visa rules for Indians, insisting the new free trade pact focuses on trade, not migration.

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Nine children died in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara from suspected kidney failure linked to contaminated cough syrups, prompting bans and urgent testing.

India and China agreed to resume direct flights after five years, with IndiGo restarting Kolkata-Guangzhou flights on October 26, promoting bilateral trade and tourism amid warming ties.

Meanwhile, Punjab Police arrested three, recovering Pakistani hand grenades linked to a terror plot ahead of the festive season, escalating security concerns.

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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, in his Vijayadashami speech amid new U.S. tariffs, emphasized swadeshi goods and self-reliance while warning against violent protests inviting foreign interference.

At Nagpur, he performed Shastra Puja during centenary celebrations. In Uttar Pradesh, Congress leaders alleged house arrest during tensions over the "I Love Muhammad" row, as CM Yogi vowed strict action after Bareilly violence.

Meanwhile, in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, protests over assembly seats turned deadly, leaving 15 dead and over 200 injured amid a harsh security crackdown.

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On News At 2 this October 1, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The US government shut down Wednesday after Senate failure to pass a stopgap funding bill amid disputes over healthcare subsidies, furloughing 750,000 federal workers and costing $400 million daily, with President Trump warning of mass layoffs.

Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, 83, was hospitalized in Bengaluru but remains stable and plans to address a Nagaland rally on October 7.

In Maharashtra’s Chandrapur District, Congress alleges major voter list fraud in the 2024 Assembly election, with investigations stalled despite an FIR and demands for a probe.

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At least 41 people were killed in a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally in Karur, sparking outrage, legal probes, and TVK’s demand for a CBI investigation. Meanwhile, India clinched the Asia Cup 2025 title with a thrilling five-wicket win over Pakistan, led by Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 and stellar spin bowling. On the global stage, US President Donald Trump announced peace talks with Netanyahu, Arab nations, and Hamas entering final stages, raising hopes for a Gaza ceasefire and lasting regional stability.

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On News At 2 this September 25, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Indian Air Force retired its iconic MiG-21 fighter jet after 62 years of service with a grand ceremony in Chandigarh attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, veterans, and families. The MiG-21, key in the 1965 and 1971 wars and the 2019 Balakot strike, will be replaced by Tejas and Rafale jets.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has imposed 100% tariffs on patented drugs and other goods, and India cancels activist Sonam Wangchuk’s institute’s foreign funding licence after violent Leh protests.

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