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Israel election: People protest across cities calling for Jewish-Arab govt
Demonstrations in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Haifa called for inclusive governance, while partial results showed the pro-Netanyahu bloc leading with 53 seats against 48 for the opposing bloc
Building boom puts 300,000 people in the path of potential Himalayan disasters
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High-speed train crash kills at least 68 people in Spain
The crash, between a moving train and another that was stopped further up the track, was caused by an inexplicable error, the transport minister said.
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Smoke from LA fires exposed millions of people to high levels of toxic heavy metals, study says
During the peak of the 2025 Los Angeles fires, approximately 7 million residents were exposed to airborne lead concentrations over 24 hours that exceeded 80 times the normal background level, according to a new study published Wednesday in the journal ...
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Eaton Fire may have exposed nearly 7 million people to elevated lead levels
Caltech scientists have published the first detailed analysis of the atmospheric particles in the smoke plume from the Eaton Fire that devastated much of the town of Altadena in Southern California
Houthi rebels claim Saudi-led airstrikes killed 14 people at busy market in northern Yemen
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Chandrababu Naidu focuses on publicity as cyclone-hit people wait for help: YSRCP
Digital Desk | Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 28 (IANS) YSR Congress Party spokesperson Karumuri Venkata Reddy accused Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of focusing on publicity while people affected by Cyclone Arnab struggle without adequate help. Speaking to the media at the partys central office, he said the government had failed to move people to safety, alert officials in time, and provide essential support. He also criticised ministers for claiming that crop damage was being assessed through CCTV cameras instead of visiting affected areas. Venkata Reddy said crops across lakhs of acres had been damaged and power and transport links disrupted in hundreds of villages. He alleged that the government had announced a limited damage estimate before completing a field survey, risking further injustice to farmers. The YSRCP leader demanded immediate cash assistance, essential supplies, drinking water, safe shelter and quality food for affected families. Venkata Reddy also called for payment of pending compensation and input subsidies for farmers affected by Cyclone Montha, as well as a comprehensive assessment and compensation for all eligible farmers affected by the current cyclone. He urged the government to restore electricity and transport urgently and take steps to prevent loss of life as heavy rain may continue. He said publicity and Nara Lokeshs social media posts would not help farmers, and alleged that the cyclone campaign was being used to divert attention from violence and disorder during local elections. Meanwhile, YSRCP has urged the Tirupati district administration to deploy additional forces and ensure free and fair elections as the Opposition candidates are being subjected to harassment and intimidation. Former TTD Chairman and YSRCP leader Bhumana Karunakar Reddy has urged the administration to ensure CCTV cameras in all polling stations within the Tirupati Municipal Corporation limits, besides deploying additional forces in the trouble-prone areas and initiating legal action against anyone intimidating or threatening candidates or election staff to ensure free and fair elections. In a letter addressed to the District Collector and SP, he said there were numerous incidents during the nomination phase in which YSRCP candidates were subjected to intimidation, physical assaults and even women candidates were attacked, and the election process was carried out only after the apex court directives. Yet it has come to our knowledge that our Corporator and Mayor candidates are being intimidated by political adversaries with the aim of disrupting the election process and rigging the polls by forcing out our party agents from the polling booths, he said.
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People rejected anarchistic politics: Nitin Nabin on Congs zero score in MLC polls
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party national president Nitin Nabin on Wednesday claimed that the Congress had scored zero on ballot papers in the recent MLC elections held in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, asserting that the public was repeatedly rejecting what he termed the partys anarchistic politics. In a post on X, Nabin said the results showed that whether through EVMs or ballot papers, the peoples trust and blessings remained firmly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Congresss score on ballot papers too is 0 in the MLC elections of Karnataka, Maharashtra, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh! The public is repeatedly rejecting Congresss anarchistic politics outright. Be it EVM or ballot, the publics trust and blessings are only with the honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendramodi ji, he wrote. The BJP presidents remarks come in the backdrop of the oppositions sustained campaign questioning the integrity of electronic voting machines and alleging large-scale electoral irregularities. By highlighting the Congresss poor performance even in elections conducted through the traditional ballot system, Nabin sought to counter the oppositions narrative against EVMs. Party leaders interpreted the results as a clear endorsement of the Modi governments policies and a rejection of the Congresss political approach. They argued that the outcomes in the four states reflected the growing disconnect between the Congress and the electorate. Nabins statement is part of the BJPs broader strategy to project the Prime Ministers continued popularity and to dismiss opposition claims of electoral manipulation. The party has maintained that the Congress is raising the EVM issue only to cover up its own organisational and political failures. The MLC elections in the four states had been keenly watched as indicators of the relative strengths of the major political parties. According to the BJP, the Congresss inability to open its account in these contests underscores the publics preference for the ruling dispensation at the Centre. As political temperatures rise ahead of upcoming assembly and other elections, both the BJP and the Congress are expected to intensify their campaigns around issues of electoral integrity, governance and public trust. Nabins post indicates that the BJP will continue to project recent electoral outcomes as a vote of confidence in Prime Minister Modis leadership.
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'People choose government, not vice versa': CJP backs INDIA bloc's November 1 rally
Amid fears of a potential World War III, the Pentagon' Doomsday plan is to keep major US military bases operational for 90 days without outside support under its FORTRESS initiative. The plan includes independent power supplies, strategic reserves of essential materials and preparations for wartime factory production. Meanwhile, the UK government has launched its 'Be Ready' campaign, urging households to stockpile food, water, cash and emergency supplies in preparation for a national crisis.
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On World Sustainability Day, Tipai offers a reminder that responsible hospitality is measured not only by the materials used in construction or the systems installed to conserve resources, but also by the livelihoods it supports, the food it sources and the care it takes in sharing space with nature. Its approach demonstrates that sustainability becomes meaningful when it is practised in everyday decisions, even when those decisions require greater investment, patience and adaptation.
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SAP doubles down on equipping 2 million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) With 28 per cent of the worlds STEM workforce and 23 per cent of global software engineering talent, India is strongly positioned as a leader in the AI economy, enterprise applications and business AI leader SAP said on Wednesday, announced more programmes designed to achieve its ongoing goal of equipping two million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030. The aim is to address the countrys demand for digital talent and prepare people for opportunities in an AI-powered economy. Building on its extensive established learning, certification and workforce-development programmes, SAP said it will work with academic institutions, industry partners, government bodies and community organisations to expand access to practical skills in AI, cloud, data and enterprise technologies at scale. The foundation of Indias strength in technology has always been its people. Preparing Indian talent for the next wave of innovation requires sustained investment in how people learn, apply their skills, and apply that in their careers, said Manish Prasad, President and Managing Director, SAP Indian Subcontinent. Of the 2 million people we expect to train in AI skills before 2030, nearly 13 per cent have already participated through certification, student education and community programmes. The 2030 commitment will help more people build the capabilities to contribute to Indias AI-led growth, Prasad noted. SAP collaborates with state governments and skill-development institutions across India to align technology skilling with regional workforce priorities. Through initiatives such as the Future Right Skills Network, it also works with industry partners and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship to strengthen AI and workplace readiness among vocational learners. The initiative combines foundational AI learning, communication skills and industry exposure for students at Industrial Training Institutes, helping them apply technology in practical workplace settings. SAPs STEM and community programmes offer over 1,100 combined curriculum hours in AI, digital and workplace skills, alongside mentoring and employment support.
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Govt hikes DA, DR to 63% from 60%, benefiting 11.75 million people
The Union Cabinet has approved a three-percentage-point hike in DA and DR, effective July 1, 2026, benefiting 4.85 million employees and 6.9 million pensioners at an annual cost of Rs 10,016 crore.
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In a major pre-Diwali announcement, the central government has approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for central government employees and pensioners, effective from July 1, 2026. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the decision on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, noting that the revision will benefit approximately 1.16 crore individuals across [] The post Diwali Gift: Centre Announces 3% DA Hike for Central Government Employees and Pensioners, Benefiting Over 1 Crore People appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Taapsee Pannu has reflected on building her career in Hindi cinema without the backing of an established industry family, a godfather or a studio. The actress, who has moved between women-led dramas, thrillers and mainstream entertainers, recently spoke about why her professional journey has often been difficult for people to explain, citing her casting in Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki as an example. When asked which aspect of her journey makes her the proudest, Taapsee pointed to the fact that her career cannot be attributed to the conventional routes often associated with success in the film industry. She said, How easy is it to say shes successful because she has a godfather, or because shes from that family, or because shes signed by a studio? None of this applied to me. I realised this when I was cast in Dunki. For the longest time, no one could wrap their head around it. How is she in this movie? I wasnt part of Shah Rukh sirs social circle, nor had Rajkumar Hirani ever worked with me before. He had called me to his office once just to ask how Id approached a certain role. Much later, he called to ask if Id be okay hearing the script of Dunki. No one could digest that this had happened. They cannot put me in a box. So, Ive started hearing all sorts of stories about me. Shes difficult, no one wants to work with her, she has this problem, that problem. Because no one knows me, its easy to make up stories. Taapsees account highlights how her casting in Dunki, directed by Rajkumar Hirani and headlined by Shah Rukh Khan, became a point of discussion because she had not previously worked with the filmmaker and did not belong to the superstars social circle. According to the actress, Hirani had first invited her to his office to discuss her approach to a particular role before later asking if she would be interested in hearing the script of Dunki. The actress also addressed the speculation surrounding her personality, suggesting that the absence of personal familiarity can make it easier for people to form their own narratives about her. She believes that her refusal to fit into a predictable category has contributed to the stories circulating about her. Over the years, Taapsee has built a filmography spanning commercial entertainers, thrillers and character-driven dramas. Her choices have frequently taken her across genres, allowing her to explore different roles rather than follow a single, easily defined screen identity. Her latest remarks underline her pride in a career that, as she sees it, has developed without the conventional advantages often associated with access and industry connections. Also Read: Taapsee Pannu on wanting producers to back films on her name: Its been relentless work
Real Madrid Apologise To Chinese People After Mbappe's Mao 'Dictator' Comment
On Tuesday, Chinese brands including dairy companies Mengniu and Shanghai Milkground Food Tech as well as Eastroc Beverage ceased all cooperation with Mbappe, who apologised for his comment
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Logan Paul says his legal bills have crossed $10 million as he explains why he takes damaging claims seriously. The WWE star also revisits Prime's PFAS lawsuit and defends using court cases to challenge allegations he believes are false.
Following the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) clean sweep in the elections for four Karnataka Legislative Council seats, Leader of the Opposition in the Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy took a sharp swipe at the Congress party, asserting that electoral outcomes depend on public trust rather than voting methods. Speaking to ANI in Bengaluru on the poll results, Narayanaswamy dismissed the recurring allegations raised by the Congress concerning voting procedures, stating that the public mandate reflects people's unwavering faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the NDA. The issue is not with the EVM or with the ballot paper. The total issue lies with the attitude of the party, the influence of a candidate, and the belief of the people. All these things matter. But for everything, Congress is accusing others
Odisha evacuates over 30000 people as cyclone Arnab triggers alert
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has evacuated over 30,000 people to safety, with the entire southern region of the state remaining on high alert on Wednesday, October 28, after the landfall process of very severe cyclonic storm Arnab was completed along the Andhra Pradesh-Yanam coast, a minister said. Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said the state Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
As Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab continues to impact the region, the Odisha government has successfully evacuated approximately one lakh people to safer locations, stepping up precautionary measures across vulnerable districts. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced on Wednesday that state authorities are operating on a high-alert footing to ensure zero casualties. Targeted [] The post Cyclone Arnab: Odisha Evacuates 1 Lakh People, Shifts 4000+ Pregnant Women as Preparedness Measures Intensify appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
South Korea: Fire in Seouls Gangnam shantytown displaces 107 people
The fire agency deployed 232 personnel and 70 vehicles to fight the blaze, which began at about 3.50 pm
Disinformation videos, likely from Russia, are exploiting real people to malign Senate candidates
AI-driven disinformation campaigns are targeting Democratic Senate candidates Sherrod Brown and James Talarico during the midterm elections. These videos misuse real names and images, misleading voters and potentially impacting election outcomes. Experts believe this tactic resembles previous Russian disinformation efforts aimed at manipulating American electoral processes. Social media platform X has removed initial posts but copies are still accessible online.
When content becomes infinite, what makes people pay attention?
At TechSparks 2026, leaders from HT Media Labs, Inshorts, and Eloelo Group discuss why credibility, human creativity, and audience-first formats will matter as content creation scales.
People are using AI to make expensive computer programs free. This could change everything
Melbourne, Oct 28 (Conversation) One of the earliest uses of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Claude was producing source code computer language instructions that make up software such as word processors, your internet browser, and everything else. Code is structured, which makes it easier for AI tools to generate. So could they help to make fancy software we usually have to pay for? Enter reverse engineering: using AI tools to break a piece of software down to component parts, and then build code to replicate those parts. Unlike vibe coding, where you tell AI what you
EXCLUSIVE-Syngenta targets valuation of at least $66 billion in Hong Kong IPO, people say
Syngenta's advisers are targeting a valuation of at least $66 billion in the Swiss-Chinese agrochemicals group's planned Hong Kong listing, which is likely to take place early next year, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters. UBS and China International
People Want Him Dropped: Ex-India Star's Massive Reminder After Abhishek Sharma's 38-Ball 113
Former India cricketer and T20 World Cup 2007-winner Irfan Pathan reserved high praise for Abhishek Sharma following the latter's spectacular knock of 113 against New Zealand.
India's mobile phone production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme has generated Rs 25,000 crore in direct tax collections against Rs 19,000 crore paid in incentives, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The scheme has also supported employment, with mobile manufacturing accounting for 12 lakh jobs. The government is now looking to expand domestic production, boost component sourcing and strengthen India's electronics manufacturing ecosystem through a new Rs 62,500 crore scheme.
The People Who Keep Our Towns Alive: Unsung Everyday Heroes
The People Who Keep Our Towns Alive: Unsung Everyday Heroes When I think about the people I meet in my daily life, I realise that some of those who bring me the greatest happiness are neither famous nor wealthy. They are ordinary people whose kindness, friendliness, and simple gestures leave a lasting impression on me. [] The post The People Who Keep Our Towns Alive: Unsung Everyday Heroes appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
China's families are now supporting more old people than kids
The latest figures mark a major milestone as Beijing grapples with an ageing population.
About 125 people die from gun violence through homicide or suicide in the United States every day. Many more are injured by firearms. Extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs), known in California as gun violence restraining orders, are designed to keep firearms temporarily away from people at risk of harming themselves or others.
Discord is making its public communities more searchable, and people have concerns
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People are influenced by unreliable information yet remain aware of its influence on their decisions
Every day, people make decisions based on information obtained from social media, news outlets, online reviews and interpersonal communication, all of which vary in reliability. Numerical indicators and labels designed to convey information reliability, such as user ratings and fact-checking systems, have become increasingly common online. However, an important question remains: When reliability is explicitly stated, do people use this information appropriately for making decisions?
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Union Minister BL Verma on Tuesday criticised the Congress ahead of the INDIA bloc rally scheduled for November 1, accusing the party of being unable to accept the people's mandate in favour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking to the reporters, Verma said the country was progressing under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and alleged that the Congress was unable to accept the public's verdict. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country is continuously moving towards development, which these people are unable to accept. The public has rejected Congress. The Prime Minister has received the people's mandate. Their arrogance is so high that they are not ready to accept it, Verma said. He also accused Congress leaders of using abusive language against the Prime Minister and his family, alleging that they had refused to apologise for their remarks. We have also seen that sometimes Congress people use abusive words for the Prime Minister, sometimes for his...
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Andhra Pradesh, Odisha rush to evacuate people before Cyclone Arnab's early morning landfall
Cyclone Arnab is approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, prompting extensive preparations in both Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Authorities have cancelled numerous train and flight services to ensure the safety of travelers. Thousands of people have been relocated to cyclone shelters across the affected regions in preparation for the storm's landfall. Emergency teams and supplies have been mobilised to respond to the cyclone's impact effectively.
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Cyclone Arnab: Traffic curbs from 9 p.m. in Vizag, Anakapalli; scores of people evacuated
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Pawan Kalyan directs evacuation of people from cyclone-prone areas in Kakinada district
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I wish people worship nature over some idols: Radhika Apte
Mumbai: For some, faith means believing in God. For Radhika Apte, it is nature that holds the place of a higher power. The actress spoke about her personal beliefs during an interview while promoting her upcoming project AKKA. When asked whether she believes in an energy or higher power that constantly guides her, Radhika gave Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
With the very severe cyclonic storm hurtling towards the Andhra Pradesh coast, the authorities have designated 307 buildings as relief camps; all commercial establishments in Kakinada closed; Uppada-Kakinada road has been closed for vehicles
Sonia Gandhi Opens Up About Life, Loss And Politics, Says Memoir May Change How People See Her
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Daryl Mitchell hails Abhishek Sharma's Wellington 113: A knock people won't forget
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A low-cost tool can help people plan successful evacuation routes during a tsunami
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Who is the sexiest man alive in 2026? Noah Wyle has been named People magazines Sexiest Man Alive 2026, but how does the magazine choose its winner? From reader polls and celebrity opinions to focus groups and editorial discussions, here is a look at the selection process and the factors considered for the annual title.
Noah Wyle is People's 2026 Sexiest Man Alive, dethroning Jonathan Bailey
Hollywood actor Noah Wyle, best known for his roles in ER and The Pitt, has been named PEOPLE magazine's 2026 Sexiest Man Alive. The 55-year-old succeeds Jonathan Bailey, who received the title in 2025. Wyle...
Odisha to Evacuate 48K People, Readies 466 Shelters as Cyclone Arnab Nears
With very severe cyclonic storm Arnab intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and set to influence southern Odisha, the state government has activated full-scale micro-management from the grassroots to the highest levels. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Tuesday chaired a detailed review meeting with the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) and senior officers [] The post Odisha to Evacuate 48K People, Readies 466 Shelters as Cyclone Arnab Nears appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Blaze at Ghaziabad hotel triggers chaos; 18 people safely evacuated
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) A major fire broke out at a hotel in Ghaziabad, triggering widespread chaos and panic in the area. Several fire tenders were battling the blaze at the Banana Tree Hotel & Banquets, located in the Site IV Industrial Area of Sahibabad, till last reports came in. The reason for the fire was not immediately known, but firefighters successfully evacuated 18 stranded individuals from the hotel, and there were no casualties due to the fire. The fire broke out on an upper floor at the rear portion of the hotel and began to engulf the commercial establishment rapidly. Renovation work was underway at the hotel at the time of the incident. As the Ghaziabad Fire Department received an alarm, it rushed fire tenders to the spot and initiated rescue operations. Thick smoke and flames were seen erupting from the hotel premises. Multiple fire teams and personnel are currently deployed on-site, conducting extensive firefighting operations to bring the fire under control and prevent it from spreading further. According to the Fire Department, the control room at the Vaishali fire station received a report of a fire at the Banana Tree Hotel, Site-4, Sahibabad, at noon on Tuesday. Two fire tenders were immediately dispatched from Vaishali fire station, and additional fire engines were sent from the nearby Sahibabad fire station. It was discovered that the fire originated on the fifth floor, where renovation work was in progress. The flames were spreading rapidly toward the higher floors. As the fire reached alarming levels, filling the hotel with smoke, it posed a daunting challenge for the firefighters. The latter mounted a daring rescue and managed to safely rescue 18 people trapped inside the hotel. While one team evacuated the residents from the hotel, others worked to extinguish the fire. They utilised the hotels existing fire-fighting system to lay out hose lines and pumped water from fire tenders to the upper floors via stairwells to combat the flames. There have been no reports of fatalities or loss of life in the incident, but it does raise questions regarding safety protocols and fire-fighting arrangements during the renovation work that was underway at the hotel.
J&K Cabinet expansion will benefit people, says Deputy CM
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Oct 27 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, on Tuesday said the expansion of the Union Territory's Cabinet would strengthen the government and ensure that people benefit from its initiatives, while taking a swipe at the BJP over its criticism of the exercise. Surinder Choudhary said the government had fulfilled its promise to expand the Cabinet and pointed out that three ministerial positions had remained vacant before the latest exercise. My leader has fulfilled the promise made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir that we would expand the Cabinet. We have carried out both the reshuffle and the expansion as promised, he said. Acknowledging that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had taken some time to fill the vacant positions, the Deputy Chief Minister said the induction of senior leaders would help strengthen the government and enable it to serve the people more effectively. It is right that three ministries were vacant. The Chief Minister took some time to fill the Cabinet seats. Multiple senior leaders have joined the Cabinet. The people of Jammu and Kashmir should benefit from this government, and that is why this expansion took place, he said. He also criticised the opposition BJP, saying it should focus on more substantive issues instead of repeatedly raising questions about the Cabinet expansion. Sunil Sharma Sahib, the Leader of the Opposition, is also here. Ask him as well. He was the one who kept saying that we would carry out the expansion. He started talking about it before us, but we have delivered, he said. However, the media should ask them about the issue of how people of Jammu and Kashmir are ostracised outside. Why are the people of J&K beaten up in the rest of the country? Did any one of the BJP leaders speak about it? They should have spoken about it, condemned it, he added. The remarks came after four new ministers were inducted into the Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, all belonging to the ruling National Conference (NC). The newly inducted ministers include senior NC leader Ali Muhammad Sagar, who represents the Khanyar Assembly constituency in Srinagar and has won the Assembly elections seven times. Shameema Firdous, the MLA from Habba Kadal in Srinagar, was also sworn in. She has won the constituency twice. Mir Saifullah, who represents the Trehgam Assembly constituency in Kupwara district, and Altaf Ahmad Wani, popularly known as Altaf Kaloo, the MLA from Pahalgam in Anantnag district, were the other legislators inducted into the Cabinet. Surinder Choudhary, Sakina Itoo, Javed Rana and Javaid Ahmad Dar are among the ministers who have been retained. With the latest inductions, the total strength of the Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, including the Chief Minister, has risen to nine, the maximum permitted under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. The expansion fills the vacancies in the Cabinet and brings additional senior NC leaders into the government as it seeks to strengthen its administration and deliver on its commitments to the people of the Union Territory.
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They Will Work for the People: Farooq Abdullah on Newly Inducted Ministers
SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday welcomed the expansion of the Jammu and Kashmir Council of Ministers, expressing hope that the newly inducted ministers would work to address public grievances and ease peoples difficulties. Describing the Cabinet expansion as a positive development, Abdullah said the ministers would make efforts to resolve issues faced []
Uganda MP Ssenyonyi emphasises people-centric leadership at 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum
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Two people killed by Ukrainian drones in Russia's Bryansk, governor says
Two men were killed and six people injured in Ukrainian drone attacks in the city of Bryansk in western Russia, regional governor Egor Kovalchuk said on Telegram on Tuesday.
Former Microsoft Entra product manager Merill Fernando says the tech giant needs fewer employees and more AI agents to keep pace with OpenAI and Anthropic, citing organisational silos and slow technology adoption. His remarks come as Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to around 60,000 eligible employees across India, the US, UK and Canada.
Mir Saifullah says he will work to fulfil people's aspirations after Cabinet induction
PCC Chief Bhakta Charan Das Urges Congress Workers to Stand by People Ahead of Cyclone
With Cyclone Arnab intensifying over the Bay of Bengal, Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) President Bhakta Charan Das has issued an urgent appeal to all party leaders, office-bearers, and workers to step forward and assist people across affected districts. In an official circular (Letter No. 421 / OPC / 26) issued from Congress Bhawan on [] The post PCC Chief Bhakta Charan Das Urges Congress Workers to Stand by People Ahead of Cyclone Arnab appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Prepares to Evacuate 48k People; SRC Targets
The Odisha state administration has reached full preparedness to tackle the impending threat of Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab. Addressing a press conference on Tuesday morning, Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) Rajesh Prabhakar Patil announced that nearly 48,000 people residing in vulnerable areas across eight districts will be evacuated to safe shelters by Tuesday evening. Malkangiri district, [] The post Odisha Prepares to Evacuate 48k People; SRC Targets Zero Casualty Ahead Of Cyclone Arnab appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Oppn ruining joy of festivals, people must stay vigilant against those on anti-Hindu path: VHP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Opposition INDIA bloc over the November 1 'Delhi Chalo' march and accused it of uining the joy of Hindu festivals and businesses. VHP Spokesperson Vinod Bansal, taking to social media, called on people to stay vigilant against people and organisations hatching anti-India and anti-Hindu conspiracies. Taking to X, Bansal said, INDI leaders, refrain from attacks on Hindu festivals and the economy in the name of protests. The appeal to postpone the November 1 rally came from traders, so it was rejected outright. If it had come from jihadis, they would have prostrated themselves in apology and cancelled the rally too! Slamming the Congress party, he said, This is the hallmark of Congressi culture... The same day is also Ahoi Ashtami, a major fasting festival observed by mothers for the happiness and long life of their children. Beware...!! These Triple C (Congresi, Communist, and Communalist Jihadi) gangs are plotting from all sides to lay siege and ruin traders' businesses, Hindus' faith, the joy of festivals, and the country's economy! he added. The VHP Spokesperson asserted that earlier conspiracies were hatched to cast a shadow over Navratri and Dussehra festivities, and now it is being done during the nation's biggest festival, Diwali. Citizens (especially Hindu society) must stay vigilant against people and organisations that persist on this anti-Hindu path, Bansal said. Let the INDI knot-heads tie this into a knot and hear it well: No matter how many attempts you make, society will, in due time, surely respond to these vicious plots of yours aimed at harming Hindu society and India's economy, and it will never allow your anti-India, anti-Hindu conspiracies to succeed, he added. This came as Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi on Monday took to X and made it clear that he intends to proceed with the rally, which is scheduled to be held at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on November 1, just days before Diwali. To every trader in Delhi: We love you and hear you. The Govt shut the metro, sealed our roads and locked down our capital. With a stolen vote, nothing is safe - your shop, your savings, your children's future. Tell Modi to sack accused no. 4, Gyanesh Kumar, and the protests will stop in 30 seconds, Gandhi said. Following this, the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) wrote to Gandhi again on Tuesday, pleading that the mega-rally be rescheduled after Diwali festivities. A copy of the letter has also been sent to Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge, urging him to discuss the matter with allies in the INDIA bloc.
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A day after the Leader of Opposition rejected traders' demand to postpone the INDIA bloc's proposed protest rally in the Capital on November 1 to after Diwali, the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has again written to him reiterating its demand. CTI chairman Brijesh Goyal has written a detailed letter to Rahul Gandhi, requesting that the mega-rally, planned for November 1 at Ramlila Maidan with an expected turnout of 10 lakh people, be rescheduled to a date after Diwali. The CTI, which is the apex body for traders and entrepreneurs in Delhi, has also sent a copy of this letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, urging him to discuss the matter with allied parties.
1 Million People, 20,000 Vehicles And Gridlock: Traders' Note To Rahul Gandhi
In an X post on Monday, Rahul Gandhi had said that the protest can be stopped in 30 seconds only if PM Modi sacked Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Mizoram: Police seize drugs worth Rs 77.15 crore, arrest 29 people in September
Aizawl: Mizoram Police seized narcotics worth Rs 77.15 crore and arrested 29 people, including six Myanmar nationals, in 29 cases registered across the state in September, highlighting the persistent challenge of drug trafficking in the region. According to a statement issued by the state police on Monday, the seizures comprised 78.746 kg of methamphetamine valued [] The post Mizoram: Police seize drugs worth Rs 77.15 crore, arrest 29 people in September appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Highlighting the vital imperative for legislative bodies to remain directly accountable to their citizens, Ugandan Member of Parliament Joel Ssenyonyi underscored that global groupings like BRICS serve as an essential foundation for nations to connect, share ideas, and elevate leadership standards. Speaking with ANI on the sidelines of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, Ssenyonyi emphasised the massive economic and demographic weight represented by the bloc, noting that member countries control roughly 40% of global GDP and account for nearly half of the world's population at 49.5%. Focussing on the core theme of the forum, Ssenyonyi pointed out, I like the theme of this particular summit: 'Fostering Parliaments for People-Centric Development.' That means that whatever we do as leaders, as parliaments, should be about the people. You know, the laws that we pass, the budgets that we pass, the policies that we come up with
Cyclone Arnab: Affected people in AP can report emergencies via Mana Mitra WhatsApp service
People can report power outages, fallen trees, collapsed walls, waterlogging and other cyclone-related issues by sending Hi to 9552300009 on WhatsApp
