French rioters hurl baguettes at police as violent protests spread across Europe - with buildings set on fire, cars overturned and hundreds arrested

Daily Mail - Oct 17, 2026

Many protesters appeared to wield the national symbol of baguettes as weapons, with some dressed in balaclavas and wearing all black throwing the bread at police as the clashes unravelled.

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PM Modi says Kolkata stampede extremely distressing, announces ex gratia

Oct 17, 2026

PM Modi says Kolkata stampede extremely distressing, announces ex gratia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences after a tragic stampede in Kolkata resulted in multiple fatalities. The incident occurred during a community Durga Puja event that drew significant crowds. Modi announced an ex gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. Local authorities are currently providing all possible assistance to those impacted by the event.

The criminals locked up in Greater Manchester this week - full details of each case

Oct 17, 2026

The criminals locked up in Greater Manchester this week - full details of each case

The Manchester Evening News looks back on the cases before our region's court this week

The 10 adorable cats looking for their forever home in Greater Manchester as RSPCA launches appeal

Oct 17, 2026

The 10 adorable cats looking for their forever home in Greater Manchester as RSPCA launches appeal

People looking to adopt a furry friend can fill in an application form on the RSPCA's website

Assam begins electoral roll revision, draft rolls to be out Nov 12

Oct 17, 2026

Assam begins electoral roll revision, draft rolls to be out Nov 12

Assam has started the Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls to enhance accuracy and accessibility. The draft electoral rolls will be published on November 12, followed by a period for claims and objections. Polling stations will be rationalized to ensure no elector travels more than two kilometres to vote. The final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on January 4, 2027.

Assam begins electoral roll revision, draft rolls to be out Nov 12

Oct 17, 2026

Assam begins electoral roll revision, draft rolls to be out Nov 12

Assam has started the Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls to enhance accuracy and accessibility. The draft electoral rolls will be published on November 12, followed by a period for claims and objections. Polling stations will be rationalized to ensure no elector travels more than two kilometres to vote. The final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on January 4, 2027.

Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: 17 feared dead

Oct 17, 2026

Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: 17 feared dead

Rain triggered a rush among people waiting outside the Chorbagan pandal, with several falling on the road as the crowd surged forward

Rajasthan BJP makes local poll gains, Congress fails to contain infighting

Oct 17, 2026

Rajasthan BJP makes local poll gains, Congress fails to contain infighting

Despite internal conflicts among the senior state leaders, the BJP has been able to showcase unity with leaders standing behind CM Bhajan Lal Sharma. In Congress every leader is talking about unity but the differences keep surfacing. Recently while a group of Tribal leaders joining the party at Gehlot's residence raised slogans about 'Gehlot as CM for fourth time'.

Landlord vs Gen Z tenant: He fines him for late rent, but the renter’s comeback leaves him stunned

Oct 17, 2026

Landlord vs Gen Z tenant: He fines him for late rent, but the renter’s comeback leaves him stunned

A landlord fined a Gen Z tenant for paying rent a day late, but the renter responded by tracking 63 days of allegedly unresolved repairs in a shared spreadsheet. When the landlord reportedly asked for the document to be removed, the tenant refused, sparking an online debate about rental rules, accountability and tenants’ rights.

Marks and Spencer's £45 autumn wedding guest dress that can also be worn to Christmas parties 'selling fast'

Oct 17, 2026

Marks and Spencer's £45 autumn wedding guest dress that can also be worn to Christmas parties 'selling fast'

Despite being new to the M&S website, the glamorous dress is already selling fast

India, West Indies draw T20 series after rain washes out decider

Oct 17, 2026

India, West Indies draw T20 series after rain washes out decider

India and West Indies concluded their five-match T20 series with a 2-2 draw. The final game was interrupted by rain, preventing its completion. India had scored 118-5 in 7.4 overs before the match was abandoned. Veteran seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar did not have a chance to bowl in this match. This match was significant as it marked the return of international cricket to Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Rubio’s Jamnagar visit may focus on Reliance’s Texas refinery deal, boost Trump’s midterm prospects: Expert

Oct 17, 2026

Rubio’s Jamnagar visit may focus on Reliance’s Texas refinery deal, boost Trump’s midterm prospects: Expert

Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev sees a possible commercial and political dimension to the visit, alongside discussions on bilateral and regional issues.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden hits back after brutal Brendan Cole critique

Oct 17, 2026

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Amy Dowden is refusing to let negative comments get to her

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