Hamas's armed wing, Al-Qassam brigades, announced they would "begin executing an Israeli civilian captive in return for any new Israeli bombing of civilian houses without pre-warning". Spokesman Abu Obaida blamed this on Israel's escalated killing of women, children, and elderly inside homes. He said 'the ball is their [Israel's] court' from now. Israel believes dozens of its citizens are captive in Gaza after Saturday's Hamas infiltration. Israel usually sends alerts to warn Palestinians of impending attacks on areas. The statement highlights rising tensions as Hamas threatens to execute hostages in response to Israeli airstrikes targeting homes in Gaza. Meanwhile, an Israeli embassy spokesperson claimed on US News network CBS that the number of people killed in the attacks on Israel is now 900.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep distress over the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, exacerbated by Israel's total siege following Hamas' attacks. Guterres highlighted the pre-existing dire conditions in Gaza and emphasized that the situation would worsen significantly due to the ongoing hostilities. He condemned Israel's actions and underscored the urgent need for humanitarian aid, including medical supplies, food, and fuel, to reach the trapped civilians. Guterres called for immediate international support to alleviate the worsening situation and prevent a humanitarian catastrophe in the region.

  Over 11,000 personnel, including Gujarat Police, NSG, RAF, and home guards, will be deployed in Ahmedabad and at Narendra Modi Stadium during the India-Pakistan World Cup cricket match on October 14. The security measures come in response to threats, with the city's police commissioner highlighting the movement of over 1 lakh spectators and a recent threat via email. The elaborate plan includes police, home guards, NSG 'hit teams,' anti-drone teams, and bomb disposal squads. Mumbai Police received a threat demanding Rs 500 crore and the release of a gangster, assessed to be from a foreign location.

Foreigners have been killed, injured or taken hostage in Hamas' surprise attack on Israel Saturday that left 700 dead. 9 US citizens were killed, others missing. 12 Thai workers died, 8 wounded, 11 captured. 10 Nepalese and 2 Ukrainians were killed. France confirmed 2 citizens dead, some missing. 10 Britons dead, 1 hostage. Canada reports 1 dead, 2 missing. Germany says several dual nationals kidnapped. 3 Brazilians missing, 1 injured. Mexico says a man and woman were taken hostage. Many foreigners at an Israeli music festival were massacred in the assault. The attack has impacted foreigners living and working in Israel.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) alumni in Europe have officially launched an alumni foundation called PanIIT Europe Alumni based in the Netherlands. Their inaugural event was held on October 7th in Delft, Netherlands, inaugurated by the Indian Ambassador Her Excellency Mrs Reenat Sandhu. The alumni group aims to foster connections and support their alma maters. Led by alumni across Europe, PanIIT Europe will focus on branding, business innovation, and personal growth. With an estimated 10,000 IIT families in Europe, it provides a platform to network, collaborate, and contribute. PanIIT Europe represents a major organizing effort to engage the significant IIT alumni community in Europe. Interested professionals can engage via their website: https://iit-europe.org/.

Adani Ports, which acquired Israel's Haifa port this year, said Monday its business remains safe amid the Hamas attack and conflict. It stated the action is concentrated in southern Israel while Haifa port is in the north. Adani shares dropped up to 4.7% as investors expressed concerns about escalation. The company confirmed all employees are secure and it has a business continuity plan. Haifa port handles 99% of Israel's maritime goods but only accounts for 3% of Adani's overall cargo volume. The Hamas assault marked the deadliest in decades, fueling longstanding conflict. It has increased investor worries about geopolitical risks, pressuring Israel-related stocks and oil prices as the conflict's spread poses substantial risk.

An Egyptian intelligence official said Israel ignored repeated warnings from Egypt that Hamas was planning "something big" in Gaza. The official said Israel focused on the West Bank instead while downplaying the Gaza threat. This follows questions over Israel's failure to anticipate Hamas' surprise attack from Gaza that killed hundreds. Former Israeli officers said the intelligence lapse was one aspect of massive blunders. The criticism comes amid scrutiny of Israel missing Hamas' preparations despite its heavy surveillance of Gaza. The Egyptian official said Israel underestimated the warnings of an imminent "explosion" from Gaza.

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Afghanistan on Saturday has risen to over 2,400 people, with more than 2,000 injured, officials said. The 6.3 magnitude quakes struck 20 miles northwest of the city of Herat near the border with Iran. Over 1,300 houses were damaged or destroyed in the tremors, among the deadliest worldwide this year. Rescue teams were dispatched to the affected areas which are mountainous and difficult to access. Afghanistan's healthcare system relies heavily on foreign aid which has declined since the Taliban takeover. The historic minarets in Herat sustained some damage from the powerful quakes.

  Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan held a bilateral meeting in New Delhi, elevating the Indo-Tanzania relationship to a 'strategic partnership.' During the meeting, the leaders signed six agreements, focusing on digital transformation, culture, sports, maritime industries, and white shipping information sharing. Both nations plan to expand bilateral trade using local currencies, fostering cooperation in areas like maritime security, defense, trade, and investment. India offered collaboration in space technologies and digital infrastructure, including Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Aadhar. Modi welcomed Tanzania's decision to join the Global Biofuels Alliance initiated by India at the G20 Summit.

Japan's Meteorological Agency issued tsunami advisories, the lowest level warning, for various locations after two earthquakes struck. A shallow quake near Izu Islands was followed by a 3.5-magnitude temblor in Wakayama prefecture. The advisories warned of potential 1-meter tsunamis in multiple areas. People were urged to stay away from coasts and rivers, on alert for flooding. The seismic activity raised concerns, prompting precautionary measures across the affected regions. The tsunami alerts come after the quakes hit Izu Islands and Wakayama, underscoring risks even from lower-level seismic events in Japan.