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Vice-Chairpersons Say Tribal Development Councils Non-Functional in Odisha

Six months after their appointment, vice-chairpersons of 23 Special Development Councils in Odisha's tribal areas report administrative hurdles preventing smooth functioning. They sent a joint memorandum to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi requesting issuance of powers related to administration, finance, and operations. They also highlighted the absence of essential office staff like assistants and accountants needed for effective functioning.

The Hindu··Bhubaneswar

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Kerala Vigilance to File FIR in CM Vijayan Family Case After High Court Order

Kerala's Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) will file an FIR on October 12 regarding the CMRL bribery case involving Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law PA Mohammed Riyas, following a Kerala High Court directive. The court ordered the state government to act based on the Enforcement Directorate's report, which alleges a ₹2.78 crore payment to Veena's closed company, Exalogic Solutions, by Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited (CMRL). The investigation will now proceed under VACB.

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Amitabh Bachchan Denies Rekha Relationship Rumors

Amitabh Bachchan has repeatedly denied rumors suggesting a romantic relationship with Rekha, emphasizing their purely professional connection. He criticized sensational tabloid stories that misrepresent their relationship. Rekha, meanwhile, has expressed admiration for Bachchan in media, highlighting the complex public perceptions and misunderstandings surrounding their history.

TOI Entertainment·

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CJP Announces Protest March in Delhi, Traffic Diverted, Markets and Metro Open

CJP has announced another protest march to Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Sunday, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. During the October 10 protest, Delhi Police detained around 3,000 people. Despite the march, markets and metro stations will remain open, though traffic routes will be diverted for security reasons.

Aaj Tak··Delhi

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Trump Announces Immediate Russian Diesel Supply to U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on October 9, 2026, that Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 tons of diesel fuel to the U.S. and global markets after talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump said an additional 500,000 tons will be supplied in November, followed by 1 million tons later. The deal faced criticism from Ukraine's President Zelenskyy, Democrats, and some Republicans amid U.S. tariffs on Russian oil and gas.

Hindu World·

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US Army Veteran Sentenced for Domestic Abuse and Human Trafficking

Venkatesh Sattaru, a 38-year-old US Army veteran from St Louis, was sentenced to prison for domestic assault charges related to a human trafficking case. He brought his young cousin to the US around 2022-2023 and forced him into bonded labor, making him do household chores, confiscating his immigration papers, and punishing him with physical abuse and sleep deprivation.

TOI World··St Louis

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