Latest news bulletin | October 25th, 2026 – Evening

External affairs minister S Jaishankar called for diplomacy and dialogue to address ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia during a speech at the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Sammelan in Delhi. Speaking on UN Day, Jaishankar noted that wars impact economies and populations well beyond the countries involved and stated India is prepared to work with other nations to restore peace. He also condemned the use of terrorism as a tool of statecraft and urged for increased global action against the threat.

In India, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP in Patna regarding the alleged theft of cash offerings from the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Kharge also demanded an inquiry into a purported purification ritual held after his August speech in Haldwani. Additionally, Kharge accused the government of electoral irregularities and advocated for the use of ballot papers in elections.

Over the weekend, several European countries experienced demonstrations concerning political accountability, education, housing affordability, and the rising cost of living.

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