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Saudi Arabia’s travel restrictions have affected travel between India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with major Indian airlines suspending flights until October 17, 2026. Civil aviation firms IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air have announced that their operations have been cancelled due to rising security threats and attacks on Saudi aviation infrastructure in the region. Fliers …

Russia has turned down Ukraine’s “60-day truce” request to hold presidential elections, saying it can only halt strikes on election day.Russia has responded to Ukraine’s 60-day ceasefire to hold presidential elections with a proposal to suspend strikes only on the day of the vote. The row over Ukraine Elections is a sign of ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian …

On October 11, 2026, the United States’ President, Donald Trump, declared an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, signaling the hope that attacks on critical infrastructure would be lessened. The announcement did not, however, specify the terms, and no clear confirmation of an agreement between both countries regarding a truce. The ongoing conflict has led to doubts as to whether …

On October 9, 2026, a strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Panama, leading to evacuations, power outages, and structural damage.A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck Panama on October 9, 2026, causing evacuations, power outages, and structural damage. The tremor was felt all over the country, and the government conducted checks in damaged buildings, roads and water facilities. Initial reports noted …

The United States will not strike Iran again until after the November 3, 2026, mid-term elections, U.S. President Donald Trump has said. The message follows continuing skirmishes and the struggling peace process and worries about the conflict’s effects on energy costs and U.S. politics. The potential of military action after the elections is alive following Washington’s productive talks with Tehran, …

President Donald Trump again argues that he is worthy of the Nobel Peace Prize and has indicated he doubts the Norwegian Nobel Committee will include him in the 2026 winner list when it names its next laureate on October 9. He was speaking at this year’s big sought-after award that was the subject of much attention. During an Oval Office …

October 4-10 is World Space Week 2026, with the theme of space science, space exploration and emerging launch technologies, celebrated around the globe. The theme this year, “Rocket Revolution,” centers on the impact of reusable rockets, commercial launch services, startups and new actors to the space industry on access to space. The week is recognised by the United Nations as …

Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel are the 2026 recipients of the Nobel Prize in Medicine for their discoveries related to light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. On October 5, the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet announced the winners, for research that has revolutionised the study of the brain.  Who Won the Nobel Prize in Medicine 2026? Three scientists behind …

Taiwan is watching Washington closely as President Donald Trump evaluates the island’s defense needs amid a $14 billion U.S. arms package that is stuck in limbo. Its price tag is expected to include NASAMS and Patriot air-defense systems, long-range precision artillery, anti-ship missiles and counter-drone weapons; among others, the package was advanced by Congress earlier this year. The developments aim …

The G7 countries and international partners have agreed to increase emergency oil and refined petroleum product availability by 100mn barrels to satisfy concerns over supplies to the world over a four month period. The possible coordinated intervention is focused on reducing pressure on energy markets, stabilizing oil prices and filling the shortage of diesel and intermediate range distillate fuels. The …