BJP MP Kangana Ranaut faced backlash for her comments advocating the return of repealed farm laws. She clarified on X that her views were personal and did not reflect the party's stance. The BJP distanced itself from her remarks, emphasizing they do not represent the party's position, while Congress accused the BJP of attempting to reinstate the laws.

Kangana Ranaut has sparked controversy by suggesting the reinstatement of three farm laws, which were repealed after farmers' protests. The BJP distanced itself from her comments, labeling them as personal and not representative of the party's stance. Ranaut emphasized her views on social media, while also making provocative comparisons regarding the protests.

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla attended the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign in Theog, Shimla, emphasizing collective responsibility for cleanliness. He highlighted the 10th anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Mission and encouraged public participation in cleanliness drives. The event included health check-ups, a plantation drive, and a call for support against drug abuse, with active involvement from local women and panchayat representatives.

Harmanpreet Kaur expressed confidence in the Indian women's cricket team for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, highlighting the squad's experience, with 12 of 15 players having prior World Cup experience. Despite recent mixed results, she believes the team is well-prepared and has worked on their shortcomings, including mental resilience through sessions with a sports psychologist.

Apple has released the fifth developer beta of iOS 18.1, enhancing Apple Intelligence features for iPhones. Samsung launched the Galaxy M55s 5G smartphone in India, featuring advanced technology and design. Dyson introduced customizable OnTrac headphones, while Apple is expected to refresh its Mac lineup. Elon Musk announced changes to X's block feature, allowing blocked users to see public posts.

Donald Trump criticized Vice President Kamala Harris at a Georgia rally, claiming she has greater "cognitive problems" than President Biden and asserting that the world is "laughing" at the idea of her presidency. He linked their policies to rising inflation and warned that her leadership could lead to severe consequences for the U.S.

The draw for the Round of 16 of the 2024-2025 President’s Cup Football Competition took place in Abu Dhabi, featuring matchups like title holder Al Wasl against Al Wahda. Matches will occur on October 17, 18, and 19, with a single-elimination format. Officials expressed excitement for the tournament's significance and the teams' preparations.

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy expressed strong support for Prime Minister Modi, asserting that 1.4 billion Indians trust his leadership. He criticized Rahul Gandhi's claims of Modi losing confidence, labeling them as baseless. Reddy emphasized Modi's achievements and global respect, contrasting them with Gandhi's political failures and divisive tactics, particularly after Congress's electoral losses.

The BJP clarified that Lok Sabha MP Kangana Ranaut's comments on the three controversial farm laws did not represent the party's stance, as she was not authorized to speak on the matter.

Two women, Sunnam Anusha and Kattam Nagashree, died after being struck by lightning while working in a field in Jaggaram village, Kothagudem. Another laborer, Madakam Sitamma, is in critical condition. The region experienced varying rainfall, with significant amounts recorded in several areas.