Here are the top national and international news updates for October 31, covering key developments in politics, economy, diplomacy, and global events.
NATIONAL NEWS
1. DELHI BANS OLD COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has banned the entry of commercial goods vehicles registered before 2015 into Delhi from November 1. The step, part of GRAP measures, aims to combat severe air pollution as winter smog season begins.
2. AZHARUDDIN JOINS TELANGANA CABINET
Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has been sworn in as a minister in Telangana. His induction, just ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, has triggered political debate, with opposition parties calling it a move of appeasement politics.
3. JEMIMAH RODRIGUES WINS BEST FIELDER AWARD
India’s star cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues was named the Best Fielder of the Women’s World Cup 2025. Her agile fielding and crucial catches helped India lift the trophy, marking a proud moment for Indian cricket.
4. PM MODI HITS OUT AT NEHRU
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during Sardar Patel Jayanti celebrations, accused Jawaharlal Nehru of enabling Pakistan and China to form a ‘land bridge’ through weak foreign policies. His remarks reignited political debate ahead of upcoming state elections.
5. KERALA DECLARED EXTREME POVERTY-FREE
Kerala has made history by becoming India’s first state to be declared ‘extreme poverty-free.’ The declaration was made at an event attended by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and actors Mammootty and Mohanlal, marking a milestone in welfare governance.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
1. PAKISTAN-AFGHANISTAN PEACE TALKS SET FOR NOV 6
Islamabad and Kabul have agreed to begin ceasefire talks on November 6 to end months of border clashes. The talks are seen as a crucial step towards regional stability in South Asia.
2. FBI FOILS HALLOWEEN TERROR ATTACK
US authorities prevented a potential terrorist attack planned over Halloween weekend in Michigan. The FBI credited swift intelligence action for averting the threat and ensuring public safety.
3. INDIA’S INDUS TREATY SUSPENSION HITS PAKISTAN
A report revealed that Pakistan’s agriculture faces grave risks after India suspended aspects of the Indus Waters Treaty. The lack of water storage has worsened crop loss and rural distress in Pakistan.
4. TANZANIA PROTESTS TURN VIOLENT
Protests erupted across Tanzania following alleged irregularities in national elections. Security forces were deployed after clashes between demonstrators and police intensified in Dar es Salaam.
5. HURRICANE MELISSA KILLS 50 IN CARIBBEAN
Hurricane Melissa has claimed nearly 50 lives across the Caribbean, leaving widespread destruction. The storm, now heading towards Bermuda, has prompted mass evacuations and emergency alerts.
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