Tragic Construction Accident Claims Nine Lives in Ennore
A devastating accident at a construction site within the Ennore Special Economic Zone thermal power project near Ponneri resulted in the deaths of nine migrant workers from Assam, with one other person injured. The incident occurred on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, when the iron scaffolding supporting the construction of a concrete arch for the 1,320-MW Ennore SEZ thermal power station collapsed. The workers were operating at a height exceeding 20 feet at the time of the collapse, as confirmed by a senior official from the Avadi police commissioner’s office.
Ladakh: Curfew Eases in Leh, Kargil Group Pulls Out of Talks
On Tuesday, the curfew was lifted in Leh town, Ladakh, following violent protests on September 24 that led to the deaths of four civilians. These protests were driven by demands for Statehood and the region’s inclusion in the Sixth Schedule. Despite efforts to restore calm, the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), a significant alliance of social, political, and religious organizations in Kargil, declared its withdrawal from scheduled talks with the central government on October 6. This announcement by KDA follows a similar decision made by the Leh Apex Body (LAB), another prominent conglomerate in Leh, to boycott the negotiations.
India’s Women’s Cricket Team Shines in World Cup Opener Against Sri Lanka
The Women in Blue kicked off their ODI World Cup campaign with a strong 59-run victory (DLS method) over Sri Lanka at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Despite rain reducing their innings to 47 overs, India posted a competitive 269 for eight, then successfully bowled out Sri Lanka for 211. This triumph was particularly notable for Harmanpreet Kaur’s squad, demonstrating their impressive batting depth even with a rare underperformance from key batter Smriti Mandhana. The team’s bowling unit also delivered a stellar performance, securing a well-deserved winning start.
NCRB Report: Few Passport and Foreigners Act Cases in Bihar Amid Election Focus
Amidst the Bharatiya Janata Party’s emphasis on illegal migration and infiltration as significant issues leading up to the Bihar Assembly elections, the National Crime Records Bureau’s latest data reveals a different picture. According to the report, only five cases related to the Foreigners and Passport Acts were registered in Bihar throughout 2023. This figure is consistent with previous years, with three such cases reported in 2022 and just one in 2021.
MHA Mandates Early FCRA Renewal Applications for NGOs
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued a directive on Tuesday, requiring all non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to submit their applications for the renewal of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) registration a minimum of four months prior to its expiry date.
Uttar Pradesh Police Act Against Bareilly Cleric’s Aide Following Violent Protests
Bareilly police took decisive action on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, by arresting Maulana Mohsin Raza, who is the son-in-law of Mannani Miya, elder brother of prominent Islamic cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza. Concurrently, authorities began demolition procedures against properties associated with Mohsin Raza, stemming from his alleged involvement in violent protests that occurred on September 26.
SIT Formed to Investigate Death of Uttarakhand Journalist Rajiv Pratap
Uttarakhand Police announced on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, the establishment of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to thoroughly probe the circumstances surrounding the death of journalist Rajiv Pratap. This development comes days after his body was discovered in the Bhagirathi river, prompting official inquiry.
Italy Withdraws Naval Support for Gaza Aid Flotilla Amidst Israeli Action Threat
On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Italy declared its decision to cease tracking an international aid flotilla bound for Gaza with a military vessel. This withdrawal leaves the activists on board vulnerable to potential intervention by Israeli forces. The “Global Sumud Flotilla,” comprising over 40 civilian boats carrying more than 500 individuals, including parliamentarians, lawyers, and Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, seeks to challenge Israel’s ongoing blockade of the Palestinian enclave.