India weather news: The IMD predicts widespread rain and thunderstorms in regions such as Kerala, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh. Delhi and Uttar Pradesh are expected to remain dry over the weekend without significant weather activity. Rainfall is forecasted to return to parts of northwest India from October 5 to 7. Meanwhile, southern India may continue to experience thunderstorms and isolated heavy rainfall.
KL Rahul achieved the milestone of 10,000 international runs during the third ODI against West Indies. After a shaky start, he scored a remarkable 129 not out, leading India to a total of 351 runs. Rohit Sharma and Ruturaj Gaikwad both contributed half-centuries, stabilizing the innings after early wickets. India opted to bat first, winning the toss despite losing their openers cheaply.
The Trump administration is actively utilizing 13 taxpayer-funded, campaign-style ads to promote its policies. These advertisements showcase military accomplishments and various initiatives from the administration, with officials arguing they serve as public service announcements. The titles of the ads include God made Trump, The Country He Loves. However, lawmakers from both parties express concerns over the legality of this advertising approach, igniting discussions about potential misuse of government funds.
Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi stated that India cannot give a timeframe for Sheikh Hasina's extradition. Hasina has been living in India since she fled Bangladesh amid massive protests in 2024. The Bangladesh government has repeatedly requested her extradition, which India is examining through legal processes. Tensions between India and Bangladesh have increased since Hasina's interim administration was toppled.
President Donald Trump has announced one-time $90 payments for more than 20 million Medicare Part B enrollees. The White House says the money will come from the Medicare Improvement Fund, which has about $2 billion available. Most eligible recipients are expected to receive the payment in October, without filing a separate application.
Panchayati Raj elections in Rajasthan will be held in four phases, beginning with nominations on October 8. Voting for Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti members will take place on specific dates in October and November. The election process includes the election of Pradhan, Up-Pradhan, Zila Pramukh, and Up-Zila Pramukh later in November. A total of 3.17 lakh personnel will oversee elections at 45,384 polling stations.
A committee in Parliament is in the process of exploring the legal avenues for regulating cryptocurrency transactions and assets within India. They aim to identify technological strategies for tracking these digital assets responsibly. Highlighting the government's earlier stance on cryptocurrencies as unregulated and risky, recent notices under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act have been dispatched.
Russian attacks killed at least six people in Ukraine and damaged Kyiv's Northern Bridge, disrupting traffic for a third day, while Moscow confirmed it targeted the structure. Ukrainian strikes also caused casualties in Russia. Moldova's president warned that the war was increasingly spilling into her country after reported Russian airspace violations.
