Security was beefed up across four districts of Bareilly division with police, PAC, and RAF personnel out on the streets and drones in the air on Thursday in view of Dussehra, officials said.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticized Pakistan’s intentions regarding the Sir Creek dispute, warning of a decisive Indian response to any misadventure. He highlighted India’s capabilities demonstrated during Operation Sindoor, which neutralized hidden enemies and exposed Pakistan’s air defence, while reiterating that escalating war is not India’s objective.

The United States government has entered a shutdown after Congress failed to reach a spending agreement, triggering widespread disruption across federal agencies. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs or delayed pay, while essential services continue without immediate compensation. The closure’s duration is uncertain, with significant economic costs and a need for political compromise to resolve the deadlock.