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PoliticsPargat Singh has been appointed as the new president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee, replacing Amarinder Singh Raja Warring. Raja Warring resigned on October 2, after which the party entrusted the leadership to Pargat Singh to lead the Punjab Congress.
Aaj Tak··Punjab
PoliticsOn October 2, 2026, the Pakistan federal government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan held talks to ease political tensions before PTI's planned long march to Islamabad. The march, initially set earlier, was postponed to October 4. Talks were facilitated by National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, with key government and opposition representatives present.
Hindu World··Islamabad
WorldVivekanand Education Society (VES), Chembur, proposed an initiative to support talented, underprivileged students aspiring to join Indian Civil Services like IAS, IPS, and IRS. Announced by trustee Dr Lalit Tekchandani on September 28, the project includes financial aid, coaching, mentoring, and guidance. Dr Tekchandani pledged ₹5 lakh. The trust will finalize eligibility, mentoring, and partnerships soon.
Deccan Herald··Chembur
PoliticsThousands of contract and outsourcing employees, including teachers and workers, protested at the Gandhi statue in Visakhapatnam demanding regularisation and equal pay for equal work. A.V. Nageswara Rao, honorary chairman of the AP Contract and Outsourcing Employees JAC, warned that three lakh employees would march to the Assembly if the government does not act. Protests are planned across Andhra Pradesh.
The Hindu··Visakhapatnam
WorldA Flydubai flight faced a cockpit attack when the Omani co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain during the flight. Passengers intervened after gaining cockpit access to help the injured captain and crew. Despite the struggle, the aircraft was safely landed in Saudi Arabia. The incident has raised concerns about aviation security and cockpit access protocols internationally.
News18·
TechnologyDutch eyewear retailer Hans Anders has stopped selling Meta smart glasses due to privacy concerns. The decision comes amid ongoing public and political debates about the use and conditions of smart glasses technology. A Hans Anders spokesperson highlighted these concerns as the reason for halting sales of the product.
ET Tech·
Aaj Tak··Punjab
Pargat Singh has been appointed as the new president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee, replacing Amarinder Singh Raja Warring. Raja Warring resigned on October 2, after which the party entrusted the leadership to Pargat Singh to lead the Punjab Congress.
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