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Rahul Gandhi Launches Satyagraha as India Finishes Fourth

Rahul Gandhi started a website where people can register protests about issues they care about.

In Rajasthan, two Great Indian Bustards bred in captivity were released into a national park to begin a rewilding effort.

Reports say the United States plans to send more military forces to the Middle East while its war with Iran continues.

Iran’s parliament speaker says the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until Iran’s conditions are addressed.

India finished fourth in the 2026 Asian Games, winning 85 medals.

The GST Council will discuss whether to remove some arrest powers under the tax system.

Amazon says it will spend $1 billion over five years on training, education, and energy-efficiency projects at its US centres.

It also says it will stop using non-disclosure agreements with government agencies.

Key facts

Satyagraha: A digital platform launched by Rahul Gandhi for consolidating issue-based protests and registering protests.
Great Indian Bustards: Two captive-bred male birds were released in Desert National Park, Rajasthan, under Project GIB.
US deployment: Reports describe a planned third carrier strike group and up to 10,000 additional troops for the Middle East.
Asian Games: India finished fourth with 85 medals: 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze.
GST proposal: The GST Council is expected to consider removing arrest powers on October 7; legislative amendments may follow in Parliament’s Winter Session.
Amazon investment: Amazon pledged $1 billion over five years for workforce development at its US centres.
Amazon transparency: Amazon said it will stop using non-disclosure agreements with government agencies.

indianexpress.com · 3 hrs ago