During the UN General Assembly debate, India criticized Pakistan for misusing the UN forum to spread propaganda against India. India stated Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India and Pakistan has no standing to comment on India's internal matters. India highlighted Pakistan's poor human rights record, especially against minorities and women. It cited recent attacks against Christians in Pakistan and the abduction and forced conversion of minority women. India stated Pakistan shelters terrorists and must take action against Mumbai attack perpetrators. It called for Pakistan to stop cross-border terrorism, vacate occupied Indian territory, and end rights abuses against minorities.

Amid India-Canada row over Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, reports said Indian agencies had informed Canada about his terrorism record and fake asylum bid in 1997. Nijjar had claimed asylum fearing persecution for his "social group". But it was rejected over fabricated narrative. He then went to Canada on a forged passport as Ravi Sharma. After rejection, Nijjar reportedly arranged a sham "marriage" for immigration in 11 days. This too was denied as his "wife" had come to Canada sponsored by another man in 1997. Nijjar appealed the rejections in Canadian courts while claiming citizenship. He got citizenship by unclear means. An Interpol Red Corner Notice against Nijjar over a dozen murder and terror cases was issued in 2014. Details were shared with Canada but no action taken except a no-fly list. India informed about all of Nijjar's crimes but Canada didn't act, per reports.

The Quad foreign ministers of India, the US, Australia, and Japan met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session in New York. They reaffirmed their commitment to upholding UN charter principles and realizing the shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific. The ministers expressed concern over the Ukraine war and North Korea's destabilizing missile launches. They condemned Myanmar's humanitarian crisis and called for ending violence. The meeting highlighted the Quad's coordination on global issues like Ukraine, nuclear proliferation, and human rights violations ahead of the leaders' summit.

Shri Rakesh Kumar Shukla, an Indian Ministry of External Affairs official, was felicitated with an exclusive honour by the World Book of Records, London for his exceptional contribution to education, culture, and youth empowerment. The award function held at the British Parliament was attended by Madhya Pradesh Governor Shri Magu Bhai Patel and UK MP Shri Virendra Sharma. Shukla was lauded for promoting global causes as he was congratulated on the overseas launch of the World Book of Records' latest edition. Hon'ble Mangubhai C Patel was also conferred the Nobles of Commonwealth Nations 2023 honour at the event.

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and wife Nita Ambani offered prayers at Mumbai's famous Lalbaugcha Raja pandal on Ganesh Chaturthi. They visited the pandal along with their family members to seek blessings from the Lalbaugcha Raja idol. The day before, actor Shah Rukh Khan had also visited the pandal with son AbRam to celebrate the festive occasion. Lalbaugcha Raja Secretary Sudhir Salvi recently lauded Mukesh Ambani's son Anant for supporting the committee's activities. The 10-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival started on September 19 this year, marking the celebrations of Lord Ganesha as the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles. Lakhs of devotees in Mumbai and across India celebrate the festival with great fervor each year.

India became the number one ranked ODI team after defeating Australia in the first ODI. This accomplishes a rare feat as India now hold the top spot across all three formats - Tests, ODIs and T20Is. India overtook Pakistan to reach the summit of the ODI rankings with 116 points after their win over Australia, who are third with 111 points. Mohammed Shami's five-wicket haul was crucial in bowling out Australia. Chasing, fifties from Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav guided India's win. There has been a scramble at the ODI rankings top lately between India, Pakistan and Australia. But India has now cemented their position as the best all-format team by attaining the ODI pole position ahead of the World Cup at home. (Image Courtesy: ICC)

Suryakumar Yadav's fine fifty laid the foundation for India's comfortable win in the first ODI against Australia. Suryakumar scored 50 off 49 balls in his impactful stand with KL Rahul, who finished unbeaten on 62. Earlier, Mohammed Shami's 5 wickets restricted Australia to 276 despite Steve Smith's 94. India were flying early before Australia fought back. But Rahul anchored the chase with support from Suryakumar before sealing the win. His composed batting ensured India chased down the target easily to go 1-0 up. Suryakumar's maiden ODI fifty paved the way for India's convincing victory.

The Indian Army has installed a vertical wind tunnel at its Special Forces Training School in Himachal Pradesh's Bukloh, a first for the force. As per officials, the tunnel provides airborne operations simulation to train Special Forces operatives for all situations related to air operations. This allows comprehensive preparation for varied scenarios before actual missions. The wind tunnel exposes troops to experiences similar to free-fall parachute training, helping them get ready for specialized airborne ops. The facility demonstrates the Army's focus on modern simulation technology to enhance the training and readiness of Special Forces tasked with strategic missions.

Canada's allegations implicating India in separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing are reportedly based on both human and signals intelligence. As per Canadian government sources, the intelligence includes communications about Indian officials and diplomats in Canada. It was gathered over months of investigation into the British Columbia shooting that sparked the diplomatic row. As per CBC reports, the intelligence did not come solely from Canada and some were provided by an ‘unnamed ally’ in the Five Eyes intelligence alliance. India firmly denied the "absurd" allegations. The United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand are members of the Five Eyes alliance.

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami displayed his superb bowling skills, picking up impressive figures of 5/51 to help India restrict Australia to 276 in the first ODI on Friday. In his very first over, Shami got an outswinger to deviate slightly and induce an edge from Mitchell Marsh to second slip. Shami's artistic bowling was on full display as he bamboozled the Aussies with swing, seam and perfect line and length. His five-wicket haul underscored why he remains one of India's biggest match winners and an asset across formats. Shami's performance restricted Australia's total to a gettable one for India on a batting-friendly pitch.