On News At 2 this October 31, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

India and the US signed a 10-year defence pact in Malaysia to deepen military cooperation, joint production, and intelligence sharing. The Supreme Court summoned all state chief secretaries over non-compliance in the stray dog menace case, criticising state inaction. Meanwhile, the NDA’s Bihar manifesto promised 10 million jobs and 10 million ‘Lakhpati Didis’, along with major infrastructure, agriculture, and welfare pledges including free education, power, and healthcare ahead of the upcoming state elections.

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On News At 2 this October 30, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

US President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping have agreed to reduce tariffs and secure rare earth supplies, marking a brief thaw in trade ties.  In India, the Election Commission has launched helpline number 1950 in West Bengal to aid voters ahead of electoral roll revision. Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate urged Tamil Nadu Police to probe a cash-for-jobs scam in a state department, alleging bribes of 2 to 3 million rupees per post and large-scale exam manipulation.

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On News At 2 this October 29, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

President Droupadi Murmu became the first Indian president to take a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet at Ambala Air Force Station, following her 2023 Sukhoi-30 MKI flight. In a diplomatic milestone, India will host European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa as chief guests for Republic Day 2026, coinciding with the India-EU Summit. Meanwhile, Cyclone Montha weakened after landfall in Andhra Pradesh, triggering heavy rains, one death, travel disruptions, and widespread alerts in Andhra and Odisha.

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On News At 2 this October 28, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in 12 states has drawn opposition from Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Kerala, with parties alleging political bias. Meanwhile, Cyclone Montha intensified into a severe storm, prompting mass evacuations in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as it nears landfall near Kakinada. In the Indian Ocean, the Indian and U.S navies completed joint anti-submarine warfare drills near Diego Garcia, strengthening cooperation and regional security under the Indo-Pacific network.

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On News At 2 this 27th of October, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai has recommended Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India, set to take office on November 23. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 47th ASEAN Summit virtually, declaring 2026 as the ‘Year of ASEAN-India Maritime Cooperation’ and reaffirming India’s Act East Policy. Meanwhile, India and China resumed direct flights after a four-year gap, signalling warming ties through renewed trade, tourism, and diplomatic engagement following pandemic-related and border disruptions.

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On News At 2 this October 24, Taniya Dutta brings you the afternoon's most crucial headlines. At least 20 people killed after a bus collided with a two-wheeler and caught fire in Andhra Pradesh, with 18 survivors escaping. Delhi Police arrested two suspected ISIS operatives planning “fidayeen” attacks, seizing arms and electronic devices, while investigations probe possible ISI links. In Tripura, a 24-hour Tiprasa strike turned violent, injuring police and officials, with shops looted and internet suspended. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders, and Chief Minister Manik Saha condemned the unrest, calling for strict action.

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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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