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Freed US citizen was tortured in Russian jail, former Ukrainian prisoners say

Ukrainians held alongside the American say they witnessed beatings and sexual humiliation by Russian guards during his detention.

Police personnel urged to ensure peaceful conduct of nomination scrutiny process

Reviewing security arrangements, Nandyal SP directs officials and staff to maintain constant oversight to ensure strict adherence to the election code of conduct

Civil polls: TDP-led alliance seeks SIT probe into alleged YSRCP violence

Delegation alleges conspiracy to disrupt elections and seeks probe into attacks on police and alleged mobilisation of anti-social elements

VACB arrests contractor for diverting 11,000 kg of Milma ghee from Sabarimala

The VACB finds that the original ghee meant for Sabarimala was diverted to two firms in Tamil Nadu and replaced with a cheaper product that was subsequently supplied to the temple

Military Kills 15 Terrorists In Borno Air Strike

The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded another operational success with the neutralisation of 15 terrorists in a precision air strike north-west of Pulka in Gwoza LGA of Borno State. A statement by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, on Saturday, noted that the operation was conducted at about 11:50 p.m. on 23 October 2026, following credible intelligence and confirmed sightings of terrorist movements in the general area of Pulka.

Kin of Dalit youth in Keralam’s Kottayam accuses police of custodial torture

Allegations against the Erattupetta police, who are accused of assaulting the youth during questioning in connection with a suspected cable theft case

Met Police received letter about Meghan Markle's father in 2019

It comes after Meghan, Duchess of Sussex revealed on Friday she was informed in 2018 about "disturbing allegations" against her father, Thomas Markle, which prompted her to keep her children away from him.

Kochi cyber police launch probe as LuLu Group reportedly loses ₹1.64 crore in online fraud

Unidentified people reportedly cheated the group by impersonating representatives of an Italy-based company that has been its long-term business partner.

Who was behind the deadly church shooting in Jordan?

Authorities are investigating the rare attack on a Christian church; the assailants remain unidentified and at large.

Tiger Shroff firing case: Two firearms, 10 live cartridges recovered from Surat; suspect detained in Indore

The Mumbai Crime Branch recovered the weapons on October 23 in connection with the October 18 firing at the actor’s car in Juhu; police have not disclosed the identity of the detained suspect or his alleged role

NPS Announces Southern Bypass Closure for Nairobi Marathon, Issues Traffic Diversions

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 24 – The National Police Service (NPS) has announced a temporary closure of the Nairobi Southern Bypass and traffic restrictions on sections of Lang’ata Road and Ngong Road to facilitate the 23rd edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon. Drivers travelling from Western Kenya or using the Kikuyu Bypass will be directed to use James Gichuru Road or Waiyaki Way, depending on their destination, to access the CBD and Mombasa Road.

Troops neutralise 15 terrorists in Borno

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded another operational success with the neutralisation of 15 terrorists in a precision air strike north-west of Pulka in Gwoza LGA of Borno State. According to the Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, in a press statement on Saturday, said, “The operation was conducted at about 11:50 p.m. on 23 October 2026, following credible intelligence and confirmed sightings of terrorist movements in the general area of Pulka.

Police arrest man who murdered ex-girlfriend, hid body in sack

“Acting on intelligence-led information, police operatives, in collaboration with members of the Agunechemba security outfit in Uga, arrested the suspect, who was identified as the deceased’s alleged former boyfriend,” the police said.

Siddaramaiah ‘sting operation’: Delhi-based man arrested and released on bail

The accused was allegedly instructed to upload the video by a person associated with the social media team of a regional political party, according to the police

Two youths killed, four injured as car rams into lorry on NH 563 near Huzurabad

Kerala Police indict social media influencer Darren for ‘communally divisive hate speech’ on Instagram

Social media influencer Diya Krishna, daughter of BJP leader and NTDFC chairperson G. Krishnan Kumar, says she seconded Darren’s post as a ‘sad reality’ without watching the full video; Darren also criticised UDF govt. for ‘accepting funding from Arab countries to aid promote Islam’ in Keralam

Jordan’s King Abdullah orders firm response after deadly church attack

Authorities are still searching for the attackers and say it is too early to determine if they had ties to known groups.

Met police confirm giving Duchess of Sussex letter about father’s alleged offending

Scotland Yard says it shared information about Thomas Markle Sr allegations in 2019 but did not pass claims to other agencies The Metropolitan police have confirmed they gave a letter to the Duchess of Sussex in 2019 concerning “alleged offending” involving her father, after accusations arose on Friday about Thomas Markle Sr having child sexual abuse images. Scotland Yard said it had received a letter in January 2019 making a number of allegations about offending outside Britain.

Is Iran planning attacks on Americans; why is the US on alert?

US intelligence memo warns that Iranian plots against US citizens in the Middle East 'have reached advanced stages'.

Kidnappers kill Abuja victim after collecting N16.2m ransom, suspects arrested – Police

Mr Godfrey, an assistant commissioner of police, said the deceased, Oluwadamilola Adedayo, 14, was murdered after resisting an attempt by her abductors to sexually molest her.

Barcelona housing activists evicted by police from residential building

Housing activists in Barcelona seized a mostly empty building to house vulnerable families and create a community hub.

Suspected Bandits Kill 10 In Taraba Border Community

At least 10 people have been killed in an attack by suspected bandits on Binnari community in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State. The attackers are suspected to have crossed into Taraba from neighbouring Plateau State, one of the states bordering Karim Lamido Local Government Area, alongside Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe and Nasarawa states.

India unequivocally condemns attack on church in Jordan’s Hamoud

“Seven people were killed and 34 others sustained injuries when gunmen opened fire at a funeral in the church in Hamoud on October 23,” authorities said

10 killed as armed bandits raid Taraba community, loot food stores

By Femi Bolaji, Jalingo No fewer than ten residents were reportedly gunned down on Friday afternoon when a large gang of heavily armed bandits invaded Binnari village in Taraba State, unleashing intense gunfire and looting food supplies from shops. Reacting to the carnage, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Edwin Ogbeghagha, placed security formations across the area on red alert and ordered the immediate deployment of joint tactical teams comprising the Nigeria Police Force, Police Mobile Force (PMF), and the Nigerian Army to comb the surrounding terrain.