STORY 01Conflict
Trump is in no hurry on Iran
Why it matters: Every day Hormuz stays shut keeps India's oil bill and fuel risk high.
Sunday, 1 November 2026
7 stories · 14 sourcesSTORY 02Politics
Rahul targets the election chief
Why it matters: Trust in voter rolls is now the opposition's main battle. The EC hasn't responded yet.
STORY 03India
Day one of Delhi's ban: a 5 km queue
Why it matters: Cleaner air is the goal, but Monday's office rush is the real test.
STORY 04Economy
GST jumps 23% in October
Why it matters: Festive spending is feeding the taxman, giving the government room in a tough year.
STORY 05Business
Festive buyers fill showrooms
Why it matters: Strong car sales signal confident buyers, and more jobs and tax across the auto chain.
STORY 06Global Politics
Two days to the US midterms
Why it matters: Congress shapes US tariffs, visas and the Iran war, all of which touch India.
STORY 07Sports
India lose the last, win the series
Why it matters: A series win away from home, but two straight defeats leave questions for the bowlers.