Over 200 people fell sick from food poisoning after eating snacks at a memorial event in Pasghoria village, Assam. Guests were served traditional snacks of puffed rice and cream. Many complained of stomach aches, headaches, vomiting, and diarrhea. 53 were taken to health centers, and two were sent to Jorhat Medical College for advanced care. The rest showed minor symptoms and went home for monitoring. Officials say all victims are stable. A food inspector will investigate the cause. Medical teams are checking the villagers' health to prevent further issues.

A blast near the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) School in Prashant Vihar, Delhi, on Sunday is believed to involve low-grade explosives, as preliminary investigations revealed no splinters or timers at the site. A senior Home Ministry official noted that no ammonium nitrate was detected, suggesting the device was not intended to cause mass casualties. The crude bomb's placement near local eateries raised concerns, but officials stated it didn’t appear designed for arson. The Delhi Police have filed a case under the Explosives Act but have yet to include provisions of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).

A bomb threat was sent to Bengaluru airport's command centre via an anonymous X account, claiming that 12 bombers were spread across six IndiGo flights. The targeted flights were IX233, IX375, IX481, IX383, IX549, and IX399, flying routes from Mangalore to Dubai and Thiruvananthapuram to Muscat. This is the second bomb scare at Kempegowda Airport in a week. Security forces are on high alert, though no formal complaint has been filed by IndiGo. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, while no casualties or disruptions have been reported yet.

Over 20 flights from Vistara, IndiGo, Akasa Air, and Air India received bomb threats on October 20, a day after the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) met with airline CEOs to address increasing hoax threats. Six flights each of Vistara, Akasa Air, and IndiGo were targeted, prompting emergency security checks. Airlines confirmed that all safety procedures were followed in coordination with authorities. The threats follow over 70 similar hoaxes in the past week. The safety and security of passengers, crew, and aircraft remain top priorities for airlines.

Six IndiGo flights, including routes from Jeddah-Mumbai and Delhi-Istanbul, received bomb threats on Sunday, prompting swift action from the airline. IndiGo issued a statement assuring passengers that safety remains its highest priority, collaborating with authorities and following all safety protocols. The affected flights are being closely monitored, with no reported incidents. These threats follow a string of hoax warnings that have disrupted over 30 Indian airline flights since Saturday. The Civil Aviation Ministry is preparing stricter measures to combat hoax bomb threats, including potential no-fly lists for offenders.

An anonymous X account, @adamlanza1111, posted 46 bomb threats targeting Indian airlines within two days, with a total of 70 threats issued throughout the week. The threats targeted domestic carriers like Air India, Vistara, IndiGo, and international airlines such as American Airlines and Jet Blue. The handle has since been suspended by X. India's aviation security body, BCAS, met with airline representatives, reassuring that safety protocols are robust. DG Zulfiquar Hasan urged passengers to fly without fear, emphasizing strict security measures in place.

A loud blast occurred near the CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini area on Sunday morning, causing damage to the school's wall, nearby shops, and a car. No injuries were reported. Police, forensic teams, and the bomb squad were dispatched to the scene to investigate the cause. A senior officer suggested the explosion might be from a firecracker but emphasized that all possibilities are being explored. CCTV footage is being reviewed, and heightened security measures have been implemented in the area to ensure safety.

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, announced India’s goal to surpass the U.S. in road infrastructure during a seminar in Bhopal. Speaking at the Indian Road Congress on October 19, 2024, he emphasized the importance of connectivity for economic growth, quoting John F. Kennedy to highlight infrastructure’s role in wealth creation. Gadkari also urged the use of segregated waste in road construction, citing Delhi’s Gazipur landfill reduction. He expressed concern over road accidents, urging immediate action on blackspots, and advocated for green highways to combat pollution.

A loud explosion occurred near a CRPF school in Rohini, Delhi, early Sunday morning, damaging a school wall, nearby shops, and a car. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Emergency services, including bomb squads and forensic teams, responded swiftly to the scene. Authorities are investigating the incident, suspecting a firecracker may have caused the blast. CCTV footage and forensic evidence are being examined. The blast raised safety concerns, particularly amid recent bomb threats affecting over 70 flights in India in the past six days.

On October 12, Air India Express flight from Tiruchirapalli to Sharjah, carrying 141 passengers, faced a technical issue mid-air. The pilots had to circle the sky for 3 hours to burn fuel before safely landing back at Tiruchirapalli. Maitreyee Shitole, one of the pilots, was praised for her calm handling of the situation. Her mother, Rukmini Shitole, shared her reaction: "My legs froze for a minute after hearing the news," she said, expressing pride. Maitreyee’s family received over 500 calls congratulating them. Social media, including Tamil Nadu's governor, also praised the pilots for their professionalism.