1. India and Pakistan blame each other over Kashmir shelling  BBC News
2. India and Pakistan trade fire in Kashmir, killing nine  The Washington Post
3. India, Pakistan trade barbs over deadly Kashmir clash  Al Jazeera English
4. Army targets terror camps across LoC; 'several' terrorists, 6-10 Pak soldiers killed  Times of India
5. Gunfight between Indian and Pakistan forces kills nine in Kashmir  ABC News
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Senior Shiv Sena leader and former chief minister Manohar Joshi has claimed that the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance or also known as 'Mahayuti' won't get more than 200 seats. The former chief minister and senior Shiv Sena leader Manohar Joshi cast his vote at Dadar in Mumbai today. While talking to a leading news daily, Manohar Joshi said, "I have seen many elections and have learned that nobody can predict exact numbers.

A total of 14 FIRs have been registered and 67 social media accounts have been blocked by UP Police in last 24 hours. The police has also made four arrests in Prayagraj in relation to attempt to incite communal violence on social media.

Dhaka, Oct 21: At least four people were killed and 50 others injured as Bangladesh police opened fire on hundreds of Muslims protesting against an allegedly blasphemous Facebook post by a Hindu man. The violence erupted in the morning after hundreds

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said people will vote on the basis of the five-year performance of the Narendra Modi government at the Centre and the Devendra Fadnavis-led dispensation in Maharashtra.

The Church had formed a tribunal in Thrissur where Sreenivasan had testified that it was a miracle, rather than medical intervention.

The activist was also allegedly told by GoAir officials that she couldn’t travel unaccompanied.

Rafael Nadal married his partner of 14 years, Xisca Perello, at a castle in Mallorca on Saturday.

Considered as one of the biggest ever simultaneous chases in the US and India, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is hunting for an Indian fugitive, Bhadresh Kumar Patel, for the past four years. Patel, who hails from Viramgam in Ahmedabad, figures in the FBI's top 10 list of most wanted fugitives and carries an award of $100,000. FBI considers Patel as a cold-blooded murderer and an 'extremely dangerous' criminal who killed his young wife at a Dunkin' Donuts store in Hanover, Maryland, in a most bizarre way.

Ahead of Diwali, Delhi was seen covered with smog. A hazy morning was witnessed at India Gate. The air quality of the national capital continued to be 'poor'. Earlier, CM Arvind Kejriwal had requested state governments to take measures as air quality is deteriorating day by day.

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu presented the 'Most Eminent Senior Citizen Award' to former Attorney General K Parasaran in the national capital on October 20. The event took place at India International Centre (IIC) in Delhi. K Parasaran was honored with this award on the occasion of 39th Elders Annual Day Celebrations. Former governor of Jammu and Kashmir NN Vohra was also present on the occasion.

Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on October 20 shared information on Indian Army's action in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) where four terror launch pads were struck. He said that the Army was getting information about terrorists' infiltration ahead of the Diwali. He said the Army got the information that the terrorists camps in Pir Panjal Range were active and some of the terrorists tried to infiltrate into India from Tangdhar, hence it was decided to attack on the terrorists launch pads. "We have the coordinates of where these camps have emerged, we have caused severe damage to terrorists infrastructure across and let me tell you that the terrorists' camps opposite Tangdhar and Kiral sector have been destroyed," said Rawat. Indian Army launched a military offensive as it attacked four terror launch pads in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 20. The terror launch pads were situated in PoK's Neelam Valley.

India's first triathlon race 'IRONMAN 70.3' was held in Goa's Panaji on October 20. The event took place at Miramar beach in Panaji. Over 1000 participants including 800 Indians took part in this race. Participants from 27 countries including Singapore, France, Germany, Australia, Qatar and Japan also marked their presence in the triathlon race. While speaking to media about the event, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said, "It is being organised for the first time in country. Over 27 countries are participating in it." "It is an example of sports tourism. We will promote more such events in future," Goa CM added.

On second day of the third test match played between the 'Men in Blue' and 'Proteas', game was called off early due to bad lights. The 3rd test match began in Jharkhand's Ranchi on October 19. Umpires decided that no further play can be possible on the day due to bad lights. Indian Cricket Team ended the day in a strong position at 497/9 (declared) while South Africa (9/2) trailed India by 488 runs at stumps today. While addressing the post-match press conference, South African Cricket team Left-arm spinner George Linde said, "It's been lessons to be honest as 'Proteas' didn't expect to play test cricket and in this year, we didn't expect to come back to play the test series. If you told me to take four wickets then I can take it anytime in a year." "Unfortunately, it wasn't our day as it was Rohit's day so he played well and well done to him," he added.

On second day of the third test match played between the 'Men in Blue' and 'Proteas', game was called off early due to bad lights. The 3rd test match began in Jharkhand's Ranchi on October 19. Umpires decided that no further play can be possible on the day due to bad lights. Rohit Sharma became the fourth batsman to hit a double hundred in Test and ODI cricket. Indian Cricket Team ended the day in a strong position at 497/9 (declared) while South Africa (9/2) trailed India by 488 runs at stumps today. While addressing the post-match press conference, Indian Cricket Team star batsman Rohit Sharma said, "I wouldn't say it is frustrating as it is just a law of the game and the time it is suppose to finish it has to finish on that time only. I wasn't thinking about it at all because I know the time will come and whenever it's supposed to happen it will definitely happen." "I was trying to think positive at that point of time. I just went back happy because 199 not out I would take that any day and speaking of this particular knock it was the most challenging I would say as I haven't played much innings like this," he added. "It was probably the most challenging one for me," Rohit added.

India's Umesh Yadav was included in the team as a bowler for the 3rd Test against South Africa in Pune. But on Day 2 of the match, he showed his skills with the bat. Umesh targetted George Linde as he smashed two sixes on his first two balls. In his 10-ball innings, Umesh struck five sixes to score 31 runs, which was his highest score in the longest format.

Indian Army destroyed four terror launch pads in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 20. The terror launch pads were situated in PoK's Neelam valley. Politicos also hailed the action in one voice. Congress leader KTS Tulsi said, "This is a good step because now the roots which are taken by them for infiltrating into India are well known." BJP Delhi president Manoj Tiwari said, "The action taken by the Indian Army should be continued." Communist Party of India (CPI) General Secretary D Raja said, "This is a retaliation on Pakistan. Pakistan is encouraging terror groups and violating ceasefire agreement but both countries should understand the serious situation that is there on the border."