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In a significant security operation, Indian Army personnel successfully thwarted a militant attack in the Sunderbani Sector of Jammu on Monday morning. The incident occurred around 7 a.m. when militants targeted an Army ambulance. Prompt retaliation from troops neutralized the attack without injuries. A search operation was launched as the attackers fled towards a nearby forest, suspected to be part of a recently infiltrated group. One terrorist was confirmed killed, and a cache of war-like stores was recovered. Tragically, a trained dog named Phantom, involved in the operation, lost its life after sustaining injuries from enemy fire. This marks the fourth militant attack in Jammu and Kashmir this month, prompting Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to call for proactive measures to enhance security and address terrorist threats.

Independent MP Pappu Yadav from Purnia, Bihar, has reported receiving serious death threats linked to Lawrence Bishnoi's gang. He has released an audio recording of the threat, which includes the caller claiming to know Yadav's whereabouts and using abusive language. In a recent Facebook post, a user warned Yadav to stay within his limits, further escalating the situation. In response, Yadav openly challenged Bishnoi, stating he could dismantle his criminal network within 24 hours. Concerned for his safety, Yadav has requested an upgrade of his security from ‘Y category’ to ‘Z category’ and has reached out to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for assistance. Amid these threats, Yadav recently met Zeeshan Siddique, the son of slain NCP leader Baba Siddique, in Mumbai, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding organized crime in the region.

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez inaugurated the Tata Aircraft Complex in Vadodara, which will manufacture Airbus’ C-295 military aircraft for the Indian Air Force. This facility marks the first dedicated military aircraft manufacturing unit in India and represents a $2.5 billion investment. Modi emphasized that the plant will not only create thousands of jobs but also position India as an export hub for these aircraft. The project aims to bolster India-Spain relations and enhance the country’s aerospace capabilities, with plans for a significant portion of the aircraft components to be produced domestically.

The Central government is expected to initiate the long-awaited census in 2025, completing it by 2026, after a four-year delay. Following this, a delimitation exercise for Lok Sabha seats will commence, likely concluding by 2028. The Congress-led opposition is pushing for a caste-based census, arguing that it is essential for ensuring proper representation for OBCs, Dalits, and Adivasis. Congress leader Manickam Tagore criticized the government's refusal to conduct such a census, calling it a betrayal of OBC communities. Rahul Gandhi echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for a caste census to assess the participation of marginalized groups in India.

On October 27, 2024, at least ten major hotels in Lucknow received bomb threats via email, prompting police to conduct extensive search operations. An anonymous sender demanded a ransom of $55,000, claiming explosives were hidden on the hotels' grounds. The hotels targeted include Comfort Hotel Vista, Clarks Awadh, and Lemon Tree Hotel, among others. Hotel management quickly informed law enforcement, and investigations are ongoing. This incident follows similar threats issued to hotels in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, just days prior, raising concerns about security in the hospitality sector.