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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated at the Vijayadashmi rally that 'Vande Mataram' is a symbol of national unity and should be sung in its entirety without hesitation or objection. He recalled how the song helped defeat the British attempt to partition Bengal and emphasized its continued role in inspiring unity across India today.
Deccan Herald·
PoliticsPhoto: The HinduOn October 20, 2026, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh asked the Narendra Modi government if it has a new delimitation proposal to discuss with Opposition parties. He criticized the government for refusing to convene an all-party meeting despite Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stating that the Opposition has already been consulted. The issue relates to reviving a Constitution Amendment Bill previously defeated in the Lok Sabha.
The Hindu··New Delhi
PoliticsPhoto: News18Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended Dusshera celebrations at New Delhi’s IP Extension Utsav Ground, emphasizing that India is reclaiming its identity and heritage after centuries of foreign invasions and loot. He called for a united approach to protect the country from its enemies, highlighting the importance of national unity and vigilance.
News18··New Delhi
EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentPunjabi singer-songwriter Garry Sandhu views Dussehra as a symbol of new beginnings and resilience. He recalls childhood memories of visiting a mela in Jalandhar and performing at Dussehra celebrations later in life. Despite personal and professional challenges, including deportation from the UK, Sandhu finds the festival's message of good triumphing over evil deeply meaningful. He also advocates for safe celebrations without crackers.
HT Entertainment··Jalandhar
PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan TimesUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Mumbai for his second visit to India this year. He is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Discussions will focus on strengthening cooperation in defence, security, technology, and critical minerals amid ongoing bilateral tensions. This visit aims to finalize a trade deal between India and the US.
Hindustan Times··Mumbai
EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentIndian cricketer Sanju Samson, a big fan of Rajinikanth, booked an entire theatre to watch the Tamil superstar’s latest film, Jailer 2, with his family and friends. Samson missed the initial release due to a cricket event in Delhi but expressed excitement about finally seeing the movie on the big screen. He invited everyone in his team who knows Tamil to join the special screening.
HT Entertainment·
Deccan Herald·
Photo: Deccan HeraldRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated at the Vijayadashmi rally that 'Vande Mataram' is a symbol of national unity and should be sung in its entirety without hesitation or objection. He recalled how the song helped defeat the British attempt to partition Bengal and emphasized its continued role in inspiring unity across India today.
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