India

Also known as: Bharat · Republic of India

2026-04-262026-10-21

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October 2026
21 OctCapital News
… Rubio, who is currently on a visit to India, admitted to reporters that it may be true that Patriot interceptors had not yet arrived in Ukraine – but he stressed that nothing had been denied to Kyiv intentionally. …
US envoy to meet Putin in Russia as Zelensky says intelligence sharing ‘works now’
21 OctCitizen Digital
… eVallée opens Kenya’s first luxury multi-brand watch boutique By Ian Omondi October 21, 2026 12:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter The Nairobi opening expands TimeVallée’s presence in the Middle East, India …
Swiss retailer TimeVallée opens Kenya’s first luxury multi-brand watch boutique
20 OctThe Standard
… In India, there are buffaloes. If others are milking them, why can't we do the same? …
Why Ruto's buffalo milk directive sparked online frenzy
19 OctThe Standard
… His remarks come amid widening divisions within ODM over the party’s political direction and its relationship with President William Ruto’s administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.Raila died in India on October 15, 2025, aged 80, leaving behind a party and a political m …
Leave Raila Odinga's family alone, Sifuna tells critics
18 OctCitizen Digital
Out-of-control truck kills 13 at Hindu festival in India By AFP October 18, 2026 08:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter India, with 1.4 billion people, recorded more than 183,000 road traffic deaths in 2025, …
Out-of-control truck kills 13 at Hindu festival in India
18 OctThe Standard
… As Raila Odinga’s body made its final journey home from India, his youngest daughter, Winnie, held tightly to his familiar cream-coloured fedora. …
From 'Chogo' to senate bid: Winnie Odinga steps out of Raila's shadow
17 OctThe Standard
… Fondly known, even by his critics as “Baba,” or “ the Enigma”, the veteran opposition leader died at 80 while undergoing treatment in India, leaving behind a political legacy so vast that it continues to shape alliances, succession battles, and the very character of Kenyan democr …
Raila's life was Kenya's struggle for dignity written in blood and flesh
16 OctCitizen Digital
… But one foreign attendee voiced concerns, telling AFP in English: "I am really hoping Rwanda is not chewing what it cannot swallow." Formula 1 is an expensive pursuit and far wealthier nations have already seen their ambitions backfire. -The Qatar model- India and South Korea -- …
'Sportswashing' or investment? Rwanda F1 stirs debate and doubts
16 OctCitizen Digital
… e Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) for their crucial support during the challenging trip to Mumbai following the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.Taking to X on October 16, 2026, Sifuna reflected on the emotionally charged journey he and the Kenyan delegation took to India …
Rao001: Edwin Sifuna recalls emotional journey to bring Raila Odinga’s body home
15 OctCitizen Digital
… PHOTO | COURTESY Audio By Vocalize East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has honoured her father, former prime minister Raila Odinga, recalling her last memories with him in India. …
'I feel you when I am with your people,' Winnie Odinga honours father Raila

World & Region

US envoy heads to Putin talks after Ukraine peace proposal meeting

The News

US special envoy Steve Witkoff met Ukraine's President Zelensky in Oslo to discuss proposals on ending Russia's conflict with Ukraine, with a US official describing the talks as "constructive". Witkoff is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg on Wednesday to present the proposals, while Zelensky said intelligence sharing with the US on Russian missile attacks "works now".

12 hours ago · Capital News →

Today

US envoy heads to Putin talks after Ukraine peace proposal meeting
US special envoy Steve Witkoff met Ukraine's President Zelensky in Oslo to discuss proposals on ending Russia's conflict with Ukraine, with a US official describing the talks as "constructive". Witkoff is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg on Wednesday to present the proposals, while Zelensky said intelligence sharing with the US on Russian missile attacks "works now".
12 hours ago · Capital News →
Swiss retailer TimeVallée opens Nairobi luxury watch boutique
Swiss luxury watch retailer TimeVallée has opened a boutique at Global Trade Centre Mall in Westlands, Nairobi, featuring collections from ten internationally recognised watchmaking brands including Cartier, Bvlgari, and Hublot. The 300-square-metre outlet is described as Kenya's first luxury multi-brand watch boutique.
19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

Ruto's buffalo milk proposal triggers online mockery
President William Ruto proposed introducing buffalo and camel breeds to diversify Kenya's milk sources, citing India's success with buffalo dairy production. The statement sparked viral social media content as formal milk deliveries had fallen and retail prices risen.
20 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 19 October

Sifuna defends Odinga family amid post-anniversary political tensions
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has defended Raila Odinga's family against criticism from former allies, saying some who claimed to be close confidants of the late former Prime Minister have now insulted his wife and children. His remarks come amid divisions within ODM over the party's political direction ahead of 2027.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 18 October

Speeding truck kills 13 at Hindu festival in India
A speeding truck lost control in Madhya Pradesh and ploughed into a crowd of devotees at a temple in Gwalior, killing 13 people, according to hospital officials. President Droupadi Murmu described the deaths as "heartbreaking" and expressed condolences to bereaved families.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Winnie Odinga pursues senate bid after father's death
Winnie Odinga, youngest daughter of Raila Odinga, is stepping into her own political career with a senate bid, marking a transition from her previous public role to independent political ambition.
18 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 17 October

Former PM Raila Odinga's political legacy shapes Kenya a year after death
A year after the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga in October at age 80, Kenya continues to evaluate his vast political legacy, which continues to shape alliances, succession battles, and the character of Kenyan democracy.
17 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 16 October

Rwanda to host Africa's first Formula One Grand Prix since 1993
Rwanda has signed a 10-year deal to host the Formula 1 African Grand Prix in the early 2030s, announced on October 13, 2026. The prospect has sparked debate, with some viewing it as "sportswashing" and others as an investment in the country's future.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sifuna reflects on emotional journey to retrieve Raila's body
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed gratitude to the Indian government, Kenya Airways, the KDF, and fellow passengers for their support during a delegation trip to Mumbai following former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death. Sifuna reflected on the emotionally difficult journey between October 15 and 16, 2025, describing it as among the most gruelling experiences of his life.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 15 October

Winnie Odinga honours late father Raila in emotional tribute
EALA MP Winnie Odinga honoured her father, former prime minister Raila Odinga, recalling their last conversation in India and saying she feels his presence when with his people. She thanked the public, friends and family who have supported her family since Raila died a year ago.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ida Odinga urges Kenyans to emulate Raila's peace principles
At her late husband Raila Odinga's first-year death anniversary in Siaya County, Ida Odinga called on Kenyans to uphold the principles of peace and tolerance that Raila championed throughout his political career, urging youth to pursue change through lawful channels.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thousands gather in Bondo for Raila Odinga's first death anniversary
Thousands of Kenyans attended a commemoration at Migwena grounds in Bondo, Siaya County, to honour the first death anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. His widow Ida Odinga and Siaya Governor James Orengo called for the occasion to remain apolitical and focused on his legacy.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Raila's widow warns against exploiting his legacy for gain
At a commemoration of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death, his widow Ida cautioned politicians against using his legacy for personal or political gain, urging Kenyans to honour him through peace, tolerance, and love rather than political rivalry.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →
Winnie Odinga announces candidacy for Nairobi Senate seat 2027
On the first anniversary of Raila Odinga's death, his youngest daughter Winnie Odinga announced her intention to contest the Nairobi Senate seat in the 2027 General Election, stepping into politics in her own right as Edwin Sifuna seeks higher office.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 14 October

Ida Odinga explains absence from Raila's India trip
Ida Odinga said she did not accompany her husband, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, to India because she understood he was travelling for a routine medical check-up and did not believe his condition was serious. She said she would have travelled with him had she known he was seriously ill.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ida Odinga recalls learning of Raila's death from daughter Winnie
Ida Odinga has recounted receiving news of her husband Raila Odinga's death, revealed by their daughter Winnie after doctors in India attempted resuscitation. Speaking ahead of the first anniversary of Raila's death, Ida said she had spoken to her husband the previous day with no indication his condition had worsened.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ida Odinga calls for unity across parties to honour Raila
Ida Odinga has called on Kenyans to unite across political divides to honour the legacy of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on the first anniversary of his death, urging members of the various political parties he was associated with to participate in commemorations rather than treating the anniversary as a partisan event.
14 October 2026 · Capital News →
Overloaded boat capsizes in India's Ganges River, killing 13 children
Rescuers recovered 13 dead children from the Ganges river after an overloaded boat capsized late Tuesday in Vaishali district, Bihar state, en route to a Hindu festival. Six people were pulled out alive, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and announced compensation for the families affected.
14 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 13 October

Raila Odinga's campaign songs now recalled as elegies
A year after Raila Odinga's death, campaign anthems created for his political rallies have resurged and taken on new meaning as songs of grief. Lady Maureen's "Raila duogie dala" (Dholuo for "Raila, come home"), released 11 years before his death, has become a lament following news of his death in India.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets advance to 2028 Olympic qualifiers third round
Kenya's Harambee Starlets defeated Seychelles 11-0 at home to advance to the third round of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers, completing a 22-0 aggregate over two legs. Captain Mwanalima said the team is ready to face either Malawi or Zimbabwe in the next stage.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 12 October

Raila's aide recounts opposition leader's death in India
Maurice Ogeta, Raila Odinga's former bodyguard, has described the opposition leader's final moments during a morning walk at an Ayurvedic wellness facility in Kerala, India on October 15, 2025, when Raila suddenly stopped and became unresponsive.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM chair Wanga pledges party will retain all Busia County seats
ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga has dismissed claims that the party is weakening following Raila Odinga's death, saying ODM will retain all its elective seats in Busia County. Wanga also defended ODM's participation in President William Ruto's broad-based government, arguing it will ensure development reaches all parts of the country.
12 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 11 October

Gachagua criticizes Ruto's buffalo farming milk production proposal
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has questioned President William Ruto's proposal to import buffaloes from India for milk production, arguing the government should instead focus on increasing dairy cows and supporting existing farmers. Ruto had proposed exploring the introduction of improved buffalo and camel breeds to diversify Kenya's milk supply amid declining sector deliveries.
11 October 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 10 October

India detains protest movement chief ahead of election commission demonstration
Indian police detained Abhijeet Dipke, head of the satirical Cockroach Janata Party online movement, and two other leaders before they could disembark in New Delhi on Saturday, ahead of a planned protest against the Election Commission over alleged voter-roll irregularities.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sifuna says Raila would contest 2027 presidency if alive
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna says that if former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were alive, he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027, believing the political moment is right with President William Ruto having fallen out with Mount Kenya region that supported him in 2022.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
Raila would have contested presidency in 2027, Sifuna says
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said that if former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were alive, he would be working towards contesting for the presidency in 2027, believing this was the right moment given President William Ruto's falling out with the Mount Kenya region that supported him in 2022.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
Ruto proposes buffalo farming to diversify Kenya's milk supply
President William Ruto has proposed introducing domesticated water buffaloes for dairy production in Kenya, citing India's model where buffaloes produce more milk than cattle. According to the FAO, river buffaloes produce between 1500 and 4500 litres of milk per lactation and their milk has about twice the fat content of cow's milk, making it suitable for butter, cheese and other dairy products.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
Kisumu woman hugs pillar 72 hours to honour late Raila Odinga
A 22-year-old woman from Kisumu started a 72-hour pillar-hugging challenge on October 9 in tribute to late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, saying she hopes the gesture will keep alive his legacy of peace, democracy and justice ahead of the first anniversary of his death on October 15.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 9 October

Ruto proposes buffalo farming to address Kenya's milk shortage
President William Ruto has proposed introducing domesticated water buffaloes for milk production in Kenya, citing India's dairy industry as a model. The government could start with a small number of animals and explore their potential, with the Livestock Development Principal Secretary tasked to help source improved camel breeds and buffaloes.
9 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 8 October

El Niño to intensify and peak in December, UN warns
The World Meteorological Organization said El Niño will intensify before peaking in December and could be among the strongest witnessed since at least 1950, bringing above-average temperatures to much of the planet and compounding the effects of man-made climate change.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →