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It is set to be a busy Monday with several events lined up for the day.
Firstly, US President Donald Trump will be on a three-day official visit to Japan. In India, the Supreme Court will hear a contempt plea against Advocate Rakesh Kishore, who allegedly hurled a shoe towards the Chief Justice of India.
The Odisha government has issued a cyclone warning in the state after consecutive low-pressure systems brewed over the Bay of Bengal for the past few days. In India, the Chhath festival will be celebrated in full fervour.
Here is all that will take place throughout the day.
US President Donald Trump to visit Japan
US President Donald Trump will be on a three-day visit to Japan from today. He will meet Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, the country’s first female Prime Minister, today. According to several reports, the two leaders held their first telephonic conversation on Saturday (October 25).
The meeting is considered a major diplomatic test for Takaichi, who assumed office on October 21. The two leaders are expected to focus on strengthening the Japan-US alliance and addressing key security concerns. In addition to meeting Takaichi, Trump is also scheduled to meet with Emperor Naruhito.
EC to announce the first phase of pan-India SIR
The Election Commission of India (ECI) will announce the first phase of a pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists today. The revision is likely to cover 10 to 15 states, including those scheduled for Assembly elections in 2026. Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry are among the states likely to be included.
The poll body held a meeting with chief electoral officers from all states and Union Territories in Delhi last week. They reportedly discussed the experience in Bihar and decided to streamline the process.
SC to hear contempt plea against lawyer who hurled a shoe towards CJI
The Supreme Court will hear a petition filed by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) seeking initiation of criminal contempt proceedings against Advocate Rakesh Kishore, who allegedly attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai during court proceedings on October 6.
The matter will be heard before the Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi. The case was brought up before Justice Kant’s Bench on October 16 by SCBA President Vikas Singh. Singh noted that the Attorney General had already given his consent to launch criminal contempt proceedings against the advocate, a move also supported by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta.
Cyclone likely in Odisha
A cyclone is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). While there has been no prediction of a direct landfall, the state is expected to experience heavy rainfall and gusty winds from the cyclone named ‘Montha’.
A low-pressure area has formed over the southeast Bay of Bengal. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted across coastal and southern Odisha from October 27 to 29. Meanwhile, IMD predicts wind speeds of 60 to 70 kmph in some areas.
Impact Shorts
More ShortsA yellow alert has been issued in the state for October 28 due to a cyclone. The state government has issued advisories to farmers regarding potential crop damage from the heavy rainfall.
Chhath Puja will be observed across India
Monday marks the third and most important day of the Chhath Puja. On this day, devotees observe a 36-hour waterless fast that begins after the Kharna ritual on the previous day.
In the evening, they gather at the banks of rivers, ponds, or other water bodies, and while standing waist-deep in the water, they offer prayers and “arghya” (offerings of water and milk) to the setting sun.
This ritual symbolises gratitude to the Sun God for sustaining life and seeking blessings for the family’s prosperity and well-being. The four-day Chhath Puja began on Saturday (October 25) with Nahay Khay.
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