Podcasts · Today in India - Morning News Brief
October 18th, 2026 (Sunday)
· 53 min
Episode October 18th, 2026 (Sunday)
Recent global news highlights significant domestic and international events, including a deadly stampede at a religious gathering in Kolkata, ongoing protests and arrests related to governance and civil liberties in Delhi, and massive civil unrest in France over living costs. Economically, Indian trade markets face severe pre-festival losses due to political demonstrations, while Russian crude imports are projected to remain steady following a U.S. presidential sanctions waiver. In sports and entertainment, Mahela Jayawardene resigned as head coach of the Mumbai Indians, and actor Imran Khan legally challenged an expulsion notice in India. Additionally, political controversies emerged from a local BJP leader facing misconduct allegations and a Supreme Court panel launching a portal for protest-related grievances.
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