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PoliticsA seven-judge Supreme Court bench, led by CJI Surya Kant, dismissed a 22-year-old case on legislative privileges as 'infructuous' after the Tamil Nadu assembly withdrew the triggering resolution in 2004. The bench left unresolved the broader issues about legislative privilege versus citizens' freedom of speech, keeping these questions open for future cases.
Hindustan Times·
PoliticsFormer Army Major Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad on December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, for the 2009 shooting that killed 13 soldiers and injured 32. The execution, announced by Acting Army Secretary Adam Telle, is the first by the US military in over 60 years. Hasan was convicted in 2013 of premeditated murder and attempted murder charges related to the attack.
Firstpost World··Fort Hood
EntertainmentRuhaanika Dhawan, known for her role in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, revealed how gaining weight during the lockdown at age 11 led to body-shaming comments that affected her deeply. Before the pandemic, she was an active competitive swimmer. The sudden lifestyle change during lockdown altered her relationship with her body, which she recently discussed in an interview.
HT Entertainment·
PoliticsDelhi Police increased security near Parliament Street police station, Sansad, and Tolstoy Marg ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) visit to seek permission for a protest march at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The CJP demands Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged electoral roll irregularities. Police have barricaded key areas and deployed body cameras to monitor the situation.
Hindustan Times··Delhi
BusinessA new residential project in Chandigarh may be named after Bollywood star Salman Khan, with three potential names registered: SK Towers, The Salman Towers, and Salman Khan Towers. The project, expected to be larger than a typical residential tower with modern amenities, could resemble a township. Details and the final name will be announced in Mumbai on Thursday. The project involves two real estate firms, one local and one overseas.
News18 Movies··Chandigarh
WorldAccording to Vedic astrology, the Sun will transit into Libra on October 17, 2026, at 7:57 PM and remain there until November 15, 7:48 PM. This transit will positively impact Aries, Leo, Libra, and Sagittarius signs. Aries natives may see job promotions and financial gains. Leo individuals will experience career growth, business benefits, and gains from paternal property. Libra and Sagittarius effects were also noted by astrologer Pandit Dhananjay Pandey.
Prabhat Khabar·
Hindustan Times·
A seven-judge Supreme Court bench, led by CJI Surya Kant, dismissed a 22-year-old case on legislative privileges as 'infructuous' after the Tamil Nadu assembly withdrew the triggering resolution in 2004. The bench left unresolved the broader issues about legislative privilege versus citizens' freedom of speech, keeping these questions open for future cases.
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