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Samrat Choudhary 'slip of tongue' remark on crime sparks political row; Tejashwi takes swipe at Bihar CM, Centre

Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 3 (IANS) The remark by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on crime and law and order in the state has triggered a po

Hyderabad: Police seize Rs 6.78 crore fake currency; four held

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 3 (IANS) Police have busted a fake currency racket with the arrest of four persons and seizure of Rs. 6.78 crore in

Gujarat: RRU launches three training programmes in Fiji for 180 officials from nine Pacific nations

Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Nov 3 (IANS) Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) has launched three specialised training programmes in Fiji to strength

Mahadev Online Betting Scam Kingpin Sourav Chandrakar: A Rag To Riches Story That Goes Awry

According to his acquaintances in Bhilai, started doing odd jobs in the garment shops in the city in 2014-15: Reports

MP HC allows RTI activist to inspect Guvs reports sent to Centre

Digital Desk | Jabalpur, Nov 3 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh High Court has allowed RTI activist Ajay Dubey to inspect records relating to monthly re

Attack on BSF along Tripura border: Court remands 10 accused to custody

Digital Desk | Agartala, Nov 3 (IANS) The ten people, including three women, arrested in connection with the attack on Border Security Force (BSF

Dawid Malan named Venice Livewires captain; KC Cariappa joins squad for Italia T10

Digital Desk | Venice, Nov 3 (IANS) Venice Livewires have strengthened their squad ahead of the upcoming Italia T10 League with the signing of In

Rayalaseema Farmers Disappointed Over little Cyclone Murasu Rain Hopes Of Saving Their Standing Crops Fade

Farmers say even one good spell of rain could have helped thousands of acres of standing crops survive: Reports

Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress Suspends Officials for Missing Vote Theft Rally

The Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress has suspended several officials for not attending the Vote Theft Rally in Delhi, citing disciplinary violations

Congress Leader Criticizes BJPs Tactics to Dismiss Voter Concerns in Telangana

Telangana Congress leader Kota Neelima accuses BJP of using fear tactics to undermine voter concerns during the Special Intensive Review. Congres

CBI arrests two in Rs 10.24 crore PNB fraud case in Greater Noida (Lead)

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a Punjab National Bank (PNB) office assistant and a

Number of polling stations in Tamil Nadu rises to 75,088

134 new polling stations were created during the rationalisation, while 78 polling stations were merged, resulting in a net increase of 56 pollin

Tech funding in Karnataka sees 26% increase: Report

Most of the capital went to late-stage companies,and late-stage funding rose by 32% to$2.7 billion

Four Held for Obscene Remarks and Assault on Minor Girl

Bharatpur Police arrested four persons, including three members of one family, for making obscene remarks to a minor girl, threatening her, and l

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy seeks CPI, TJS support for MLC polls

Indian Held in Nepal for Possession of Firecrackers

Police confiscated various types of firecrackers amounting to NPR 400,000 from him. The firecrackers were recovered from his rented room at Tinch

Mayoral victory comes with great responsibility, says Mukka Sravani

Rs 109 crore distributed to 3.63 lakh girls under Gargi Award Scheme: Rajasthan CM

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 3 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said that daughters are the strength of society and the nation. When girls re

Indian Minister Discusses Climate and Biodiversity with French Counterpart

Indian Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh meets French Minister Matthieu Lefvre to discuss climate change and biodiversity initiatives. Indian Minister

RSS Pays Tribute to Raj Narayan Basu on His 200th Birth Anniversary

On Raj Narayan Basus 200th birth anniversary, the RSS honors his contributions to national consciousness and social reform in India. RSS Pays Tri

Kolkata: Rahul Gandhi's 'sleeping posters' surface in Salt Lake

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) Parts of Salt Lake in the northern outskirts of Kolkata, on Tuesday, were flooded with posters featuring pic

Meeting held to improve air cargo volume from Coimbatore

Apply Now: HPRCA Radiographer Recruitment 2026 for 43 Positions

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has announced the recruitment of 43 Radiographer positions. Eligible candidates with a 10+2 in Sc

US Midterm Election 2026: Who gives ChatGPT your polling data? The answer leads to Brooklyn

A voter asks ChatGPT where to cast a ballot. The answer may begin at a county election office. A Brooklyn nonprofit helps move polling informatio

What are Legislative Councils, and what role do they play in Indias State legislatures?

What are Legislative Councils, and what role do they play in State legislatures? This explainer looks at their constitutional basis, composition

Greater Chennai Corporation set to redevelop schools in various zones

The Chief Ministers Integrated Urban Development Mission has sanctioned theconstruction of new schools at two locations, while seven more schools

ISI Conclave: AI, Data Crucial For Policy

Educationists and policy experts at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) in Kolkata emphasised the critical need for developing a robust databa

50 bps repo hike may moderate consumption credit: CS Setty

SBI maintains 14-15% credit and 10-11% deposit growth guidance amid data breach probes

Jantar Mantar is a road, not a site, says Delhi Police chief

In an affidavit in the Supreme Court, Delhi Police Commissioner says none can insist on a right to protest only at a specific site and the State

Beyond the Brief: The Story Behind the Making of Curry

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the three decided to come together professionally. The initial idea was to form a team that could compose music for

Licences of 138 medical shops suspended across Telangana over illegal sale of habit-forming drugs

Marico could reach 20,000 crore revenue by 2030: Saugata Gupta

MD and CEO Saugata Gupta outlines digital-first growth, premiumisation and path to double-digit margins by FY27 end

Ayushman Bharat Scheme Gives New Life to Gujarats Jaykishan Kapadia

Jaykishan Kapadia from Gujarat regains mobility and hope thanks to the Ayushman Bharat scheme, transforming his life after years of struggle. Ayu

Vote Chori or Leadership Failure? The Congress Needs to Look Within

Vote-Chori Allegations Are a Convenient Diversion from Congresss Leadership Crisis GL Raina The controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Rev

Woman Alleges Police Sexual Assault, Court Orders Probe

A Delhi court has directed the Parliament Street police station to file an action-taken report on a woman's plea alleging sexual assault by a pol

AFC Champions League Two: Profligate East Bengal goes down to Al-Seeb

The red and gold brigade dominates possession but fails to breach Al-Seebs defence, largely due to an impressive performance from goalkeeper Ibra

From gold coins to EVs, festive shopping goes beyond metros this Dhanteras

Amazon India said fashion jewellery shoppers grew over 50% y-o-y during the festive season, while first-time jewellery buyers increased more than

Bata India net profit up 30 per cent, revenue up 7.5 per cent in Q2

The company is optimising its distribution network to improve store productivity and drive customer footfall

America on edge: November 3 mid-term polls outcome may weaken Trump

A Congress under Democrats may cripple unilateralism of U.S. President By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers WASHINGTON: America enters Election Day on Tue

Thomas Cook India sees recovery in travel business; forward bookings rise 30%

Net profit falls 23% to 53.7 crore in Q2; outbound bookings rise 30% amid partial inbound recovery

West Asia crisis: India deeply concerned after seafarer killed in attack on merchant ship off Oman

The Ministry of External Affairs has condemned the death of an Indian seafarer in an attack on a commercial vessel off the coast of Oman, and cal

Tusker Breaches Highway Barricade, Triggers Panic Among Commuters In Odisha

Elephant movement on NH-55 raises fresh concerns over road safety; recent incidents highlight growing human-elephant conflict: Reports

Saudi forces say intercepted drone, as Yemen's Houthis announce 17 killed in two days

Saudi Arabia has accused the Houthis several times of targeting Mecca and Medina, another holy city, accusations the Iran-backed fighters systema

Use of Nuclear weapons against Iran could trigger a Global chain reaction

Global organisations ask the U.S. Congress to prevent the disaster By Dr Arun Mitra Global civil society organisations have appealed to the US

Sri Lanka Unveils India Corner in School to Foster Cultural Exchange

Sri Lanka inaugurates India Corner in Hambantota school, promoting cultural ties and understanding among students. Sri Lanka Unveils India Corner

Aga Syed Ruhullahs Office Launches Sharp Attack on National Conference Amid Ongoing War of Words

Tensions rise in Jammu and Kashmir as Aga Syed Ruhullahs office criticizes the National Conference for failing to uphold electoral promises. Aga

FIR sought against AISA chief Neha Bora over remarks linking temple priests to rape

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) A Supreme Court lawyer has approached the Delhi Police seeking registration of an FIR against All India St

WattPower secures 1 GW solar inverter order from ReNew

Deal covers 330KTL string and next-gen WP-506KTL grid-forming inverters for delivery in FY28

CERT-In gets access to Anthropics Mythos AI to test cyber vulnerabilities

Agency to examine AI models ability to detect and potentially exploit security flaws in controlled environment following incidents involving unau

Both India and U.S. have made some last-minute compromise for the trade deal

First phase of agreement is expected to be signed by the end of 2026 By T N Ashok NEW YORK: India and the United States are approaching a decis

Over 1 Lakh Register For Maharashtra Innovation Challenge

The Seva First Innovation Challenge was conceptualised by Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Maharashtras Minister for Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship an

Ponnam Seeks Drought-Hit Status for Two Mandals

Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar has urged the Chief Minister to include Chigurumamidi and Saidapur in Karimnagar's drought-affected list, cit

Illegal Pistol Seized, One Arrested In Hingoli

Police in Hingoli, Maharashtra, arrested a man on Tuesday for illegally possessing a country-made pistol and six live rounds. The accused, Vinod

Mother-Son Duo Arrested in Bhubaneswar Over House Rental Fraud

Nayapalli Police arrested a mother-son duo for running a rental house cheating racket using fake OLX advertisements. The accused are D. Surya Kum

Inauguration of Agartala Tea auction centre is a big boost to Tripura tea industry

Producers are happy at substantial lowering of transport costs, timely delivery By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: In Tripura, the fledgling tea industry

Just want to play freely and give my best, says Lakshya

The Hylo Open trophy is a shot in the arm for the Indian badminton ace

Competing with airlines not a sound strategy: Adani Airports CEO

Operator targets 300 million annual passengers in next decade; clarifies November 5 slot deadline

International Solar Alliance eyes mobilising $1 b in financing in five years

The Alliance is also advancing aggregated solar and storage opportunities

Dia Mirza video row: Oppn welcomes Bombay HC verdict, says BMC removed video due to her surname

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) The opposition parties in Maharashtra on Tuesday welcomed the Bombay High Court's judgment which directed the

As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Stardom Soars, Sachin Tendulkar Calls For A Slower Approach

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, is probably one of the most followed cricketers in the world currently. With immense talent and potential, Sooryavanshi

Budget FY28: Govt eyes ease of trade over sweeping customs duty cuts

Finance Ministry may take targeted steps to fix inverted duty structures, speed up procedural reforms, AEO relaxations, expanding scope of Custom

Public office not a consolation prize for defeated politicians: Karnataka High Court

Court quashes appointment of ex-MLA to land regularisation panel on his own recommendation

Key Suspect in Mahadev Betting Scandal Brought to Raipur for Court Appearance

Saurabh Chandrakar, accused in the Mahadev betting scandal, arrives in Raipur for court proceedings after extradition from Oman. Key Suspect in M

Fourth Army Recruitment Rally in Bikaner Set to Begin on January 30, 2027

The fourth army recruitment rally in Rajasthan will commence on January 30, 2027, at Swami Keshwanand Agricultural University Stadium in Bikaner.

Ladakh Administration Issues Notice to Sonam Wangchuks HIAL Ecosystem, Orders Immediate Halt on Desert Flower School Activities

In a fresh administrative escalation, the Ladakh administration issued a formal notice on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, ordering the Himalayan Insti

Odisha Culture Minister Announces Rs 10 Crore Grant

Odisha Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj chairs a high-level review meeting for Bali Yatra 2026, announcing a plastic-free fair, 500 ORMAS stall

Rationalisation Of Polling Booths

Before the rationalisation, there were 75032 polling stations in the State and now they have gone up to 75088, an ECI press release said on Tuesd

Students urged to steer clear of bad influences and cultivate good habits

US midterm elections 2026: Why are ballot scanners not working in New York's Westchester County, and how will votes be counted?

Ballot scanners have failed to work during the US midterm elections 2026 in Westchester County. The voting machines couldn't read the paper ballo

CCI clears KKR-linked entity's investment in Gentari Renewables India

The competition regulator has cleared Sapphire US HoldCo's proposed investment in Petronas-backed Gentari Renewables India, but the deal's financ

Cyclone Murasu brings 100 mm rain to Vijayawada; roads inundated

City receives continuous rain after a prolonged dry spell; red alert remains in force until November 4 morning, schools and colleges to remain cl

BCCI Invites Applications For Fielding Coach For Women's Team, Head Physio For Men's Side

The Board: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the positions of fielding coach for the Senior Womens N

US elections 2026: The S&P 500 has never been lower a year after a midterm since 1950. Can 2026 break the streak?

Historically, after midterm elections, the S&P 500 tends to climb, with an average increase of about 15%. Currently, the index has risen nearly 1

Letters to the Editor dated November 3, 2026

Telangana to continue dialogue with Maharashtra on Tummidihatti Barrage

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 3 (IANS) The Telangana government on Tuesday said that it will continue dialogue with Maharashtra on the proposed c

PM Surya Ghar Yojana: Karnataka beneficiary thankful for zero electricity bill

Digital Desk | Mangaluru, Nov 3 (IANS) The 'Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana', that provides for solar installations to beneficiaries,

Kashika Kapoor Defends Actors Against Accent Criticism in Bollywood

Kashika Kapoor speaks out against the trolling of South Indian actors over their Hindi accents, emphasizing talent over language barriers. Kashik

From Korean fiction to Ambedkar, National Book Trust report maps Gen Z reading habits

NBT report based on sample survey of visitors to Delhi book fair, of which 40% were college students; best-sellers included global fiction, self-

Food Safety Department Destroys 850 Kilograms of Contaminated Sweets Ahead of Diwali

Ahead of Diwali, the food safety department in Gautam Buddh Nagar destroyed 850 kg of sweets due to contamination and poor hygiene. Food Safety D

Nexus Select Trusts Q2 NOI rises 8% to Rs 504 cr, consumption up 13%

Nexus Select Trust reported an 8% year-on-year increase in net operating income for the second quarter. The company's retail assets experienced a

Poor students in Prayagraj forced to sell blood for coaching fees, Congress tells NHRC

Students, mostly from rural, low-income families, were selling blood, sometimes two to four times a month, to pay steep coaching fees, besides ho

BRE Summit 2026: Global Leaders and Indian States Unveil Mega Investments for a Clean Energy Future

Day two of the Bharat Renewable Energy (BRE) Summit and Expo 2026 marked a pivotal milestone in global climate action as India demonstrated its g

Tamil Nadu Launches Energy Policy To Overcome Power Issues

The policy has been rolled out to overhaul the state's power grid, ensure energy security, and slash power purchase costs. The state has also lau

What time do the polls close on Election Day? State-by-State timings and 4 ways to track midterm results live

US midterm elections are underway, with millions of Americans already casting their ballots during early voting. Polls will close across various

Naini Seeks Support For Congress Candidate In Graduate MLC Election

Proposals for the universitys development have been submitted to the government: Warangal West MLA Naini Rajender Reddy

Anurag Thakur questions AAP-Congress ties ahead of Rahul Gandhis visit to Punjab

We felt we were not being told the truth: Henry Nowaks family accuse police

Henry Nowaks family say police hoodwinked them after his death They say police accounts of the night kept changing Police asked his father to app

Loan growth, fall in provisions help SBI profits in Q2

State Bank of India reported a 14% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 23,038 crore, driven by 18% loan growth, higher net interest inc

Lion drowns in sea near Gujarat port after territorial fight

A six-year-old lion drowned in the Arabian Sea near Pipavav Port in Gujarat's Amreli district, reportedly while attempting to escape a territoria

Prasidh Krishna Cleared for Fitness, Set to Depart for New Zealand Tour

Indian fast bowler Prasidh Krishna receives fitness clearance and is on his way to New Zealand for the upcoming cricket series. Prasidh Krishna C