India News Highlights, 24 October 2026: Farooq Abdullah says Pakistan kept Kashmir issue alive, BJP hits back

In Indian news highlights, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah has stated that Pakistan has kept the Kashmir issue alive, while the BJP has hit back, accusing him of making irresponsible statements.

Meanwhile, in other news, the Indian government has announced a new scheme to provide free coaching to students from economically weaker sections for competitive examinations.