Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 115th episode of his radio show 'Mann Ki Baat', warned citizens against the 'digital arrest' scam, where fraudsters impersonate officials from agencies like the CBI, RBI, and police to extort money. Modi outlined the three-step tactic: collecting personal information, creating fear, and pressuring victims. He urged people not to fall for these tactics, advising them to record such calls and report incidents to the national cyber helpline at 1930. Recently, business tycoon SP Oswal fell victim to this scam, losing ₹7 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI officials.

In Lucknow, 10 prominent hotels, including Marriott, Lemon Tree, and Comfort Vista, received bomb threats via email on Sunday, demanding $55,000 (Rs 4.6 million) in ransom. The email threatened explosions if the amount wasn’t paid, warning against any defusing attempts. Police initiated a swift investigation after hotel management reported the threat. This incident follows recent bomb threats in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, and Bengaluru’s Taj West End Hotel. Authorities are intensifying security and investigating potential connections across these cases, while reassuring the public of proactive measures.

Fresh gunfights broke out in Manipur on Saturday night, with suspected Kuki militants launching attacks on Koutruk and Tronglaobi villages. Koutruk, in Imphal West district, witnessed a four-hour firefight, with state forces retaliating as militants used drones and sophisticated weapons. In Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district, gunfire ensued between state forces and suspected Kuki militants from nearby areas. Despite intense clashes, no casualties were reported. Separately, two members of the People’s Liberation Army were arrested in Tengnoupal district by Assam Rifles and handed over to police. Security forces remain vigilant in the region.    

A stampede at Mumbai’s Bandra Terminus left nine people injured early this morning as crowds surged to board the Bandra-Gorakhpur Express. The incident occurred at 5:56 a.m. on Platform 1, reportedly triggered by the festive rush ahead of Diwali. Injured passengers were rushed to Bhabha Hospital, with seven reported stable and two in critical condition. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene, with Railway Police and bystanders helping the wounded. Videos showed bloodstained floors and passengers receiving aid from Railway officers. Authorities are investigating crowd control measures to prevent further incidents.

The Indian Army uncovered a Pakistani terrorist hideout in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Saturday. Working with the Special Operations Group (SOG), the army’s Romeo Force found two grenades and three mines. This operation was part of a larger effort to increase security in the area after recent attacks. Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) also raided six districts, disrupting a new recruitment module connected to the terror group Tehreek Labaik Ya Muslim (TLM). Authorities have intensified search operations across Jammu and Kashmir to locate suspects and protect infrastructure.

Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait has advised Bollywood star Salman Khan to apologize to the Bishnoi community in light of ongoing tensions over the blackbuck poaching case. Tikait's call follows threats from gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who has openly expressed animosity towards Khan. In a viral video, Tikait emphasized that seeking forgiveness is crucial for societal harmony and could help protect Khan from potential retaliation. He warned that ignoring these social dynamics could lead to severe consequences. This conflict escalated after the murder of Baba Siddiqui, Khan's associate, attributed to the Bishnoi gang.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has warned social media platforms to swiftly remove hoax bomb threat posts or face legal liability. With over 250 recent false alarms disrupting flights from Air India, IndiGo, and Vistara, the ministry stated that non-compliance could lead to the loss of safe harbor protections under the IT Act. The advisory mandates platforms to provide information to law enforcement agencies within 72 hours. Recent bomb threats at airports in Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Jharsuguda turned out to be hoaxes, prompting heightened security measures across the aviation sector.

A search operation was conducted in Tangmarg and various areas of Jammu and Kashmir by the Indian Army and Police to locate suspects linked to recent terror attacks. On October 24, two Army soldiers and two civilian porters were killed when terrorists targeted a military vehicle in Baramulla. Previously, on October 20, a doctor and six construction workers were killed in an attack on a tunnel construction site along the Srinagar-Leh national highway in Ganderbal. The attacks raised alarms over targeted killings, as terrorists fired indiscriminately at laborers returning to their camp, affecting both local and non-local workers.

A 19-year-old girl from Nangloi, Delhi, named Soni, has been allegedly killed and buried by her boyfriend, Sanju (also known as Saleem), and two accomplices. The motive for the murder was reportedly Soni's pregnancy and her desire to marry Sanju, who wanted her to abort the child instead. Soni was active on social media, with over 6,000 followers, and frequently posted photos and videos with Sanju. Her family noted that she had a new friend but described him as a "ghost" when questioned about his identity. Police are currently investigating the case and gathering further evidence.

A passenger train in Uttar Pradesh hit a large piece of wood on the tracks on Thursday night, raising suspicions of sabotage. The incident involved Train No. 14236 Bareilly-Varanasi Express, which was traveling between Delhi and Lucknow. The two-foot-long wooden piece, weighing over 10 kg, became wedged under the train's wheels but was successfully dislodged by the driver, who managed to stop the train safely. This event follows a series of concerning incidents, including the discovery of an empty gas cylinder on the tracks near Prempur railway station and ten detonators found in Madhya Pradesh, prompting fears of planned attacks on trains.