CTI seeks ban on protests in Delhi till Deepavali, says business hit
The organisation said restrictions are needed to protect the business of around 15 lakh traders in the national capital.
Security tightened, traffic curbs in Chandni Chowk ahead of BJPs Save Democracy march in Delhi
The foot march, led by BJP national president Nitin Nabin and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, is expected to see 10,000-12,000 participants, as per the city traffic police; around 500 security personnel deployed
In a first after Op Sindoor, India invites Pakistan for SCO forum in Delhi
The inaugural SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum will be held in New Delhi from November 20 to 22, with India inviting all 10 member nations to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding
PGTI, Business Today announce 27th season of BT Golf, expanding sport's appeal for India Inc
Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) announced a partnership with Business Today at the Qutub Golf Course, New Delhi, highlighting a shared ambition to bridge corporate leadership and professional sport, bringing fresh energy and excitement to the game. The preview event featured cricketing icon and avid golfer Kapil Dev, President of PGTI, alongside professional golfers and senior editors, who gathered for a pitch-and-putt session to mark the return of the prestigious corporate golf property, as per a press release. The event underscored a commitment to shifting the visibility of golf, creating an increasingly vibrant, engaging, and competitive platform specifically tailored as the premier destination for golf for CXOs. The ongoing collaboration strategically merges Business Today
Delhis IGI Airport has a UDAN Yatri Caf in Terminal 3s check-in area, offering tea for Rs 10, coffee for Rs 20 and selected snacks and sweets for Rs 20. The initiative has expanded to airports across India, with the government aiming to make basic refreshments more affordable for air passengers.
Delhi to develop more Chhath ghats and declare Nov 16 public holiday
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India, Mexico formally launch preferential trade agreement negotiations
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) The government on Wednesday said India and Mexico have taken a decisive step towards a stronger economic partnership with the signing of the Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) between the two nations. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal and Luis Rosendo Gutierrez Romano, Mexicos Undersecretary of Foreign Trade, formally launched the trade negotiations. Our shared ambition: expand trade, unlock investment, strengthen supply chains and create new opportunities for businesses in both countries, the Department of Commerce said in a statement on X. India and Mexico are ready to turn untapped potential into tangible prosperity through balanced, ambitious and mutually beneficial negotiations, the statement added. The proposed India-Mexico trade agreement is expected to cover key Indian exports, including automobiles, textiles, footwear, plastics, steel, chemicals and toys, which face tariffs of up to 50 per cent under Mexicos new tariff regime. According to official trade data, Indias merchandise exports to Mexico stood at $5.73 billion in 2025-26, with automobiles accounting for the largest share at $1.92 billion. The Commerce Secretary arrived in Mexico City for a two-day official visit to advance trade and economic ties. He held a fruitful discussion with Fernando Gonzalez Saiffe, Director General for Asia-Pacific, Secretaria de Relaciones Exteriores (SRE), on India-Mexico relations and opportunities to learn from each other through mutual cooperation, leveraging our respective strengths and advancements. He appreciated Mexicos keen interest in strengthening political exchanges and reaffirmed Indias shared commitment to mutual growth and prosperity. Agrawal highlighted the strong complementarities between the two economies, Indias robust growth of around 7 per cent, and the vast untapped potential for trade, investment and business partnerships. The PTA offers an opportunity to unlock new avenues of economic cooperation, strengthen business linkages, and build bridges across the Pacific towards shared prosperity, he observed. The Commerce Secretary also engaged with Indian and Mexican business leaders to explore opportunities, address challenges and deepen trade and investment ties.
Delhi Police arrest 23-year-old auto-lifter, recover four stolen two-wheelers
Digital Desk | New Delhi, October 28 (IANS) The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of Delhi Polices Shahdara district arrested a 23-year-old habitual auto-lifter allegedly involved in multiple two-wheeler theft and snatching cases, officials said on Wednesday. The police also recovered four stolen vehicles and solved four motor vehicle theft cases across Shahdara, Central and South districts. The accused, identified as Ritesh alias Piyush Tinku, a resident of Paharganj in Delhi, was apprehended on October 24 near a petrol pump on the Dilshad Garden-Ghaziabad DLF carriageway, within the jurisdiction of Vivek Vihar police station, following specific intelligence, according to the police. At the time of his arrest, the accused was allegedly found in possession of a black motorcycle. Police verification revealed that the motorcycle had been reported stolen in an e-FIR registered at Patel Nagar police station in Central District on September 18. The operation was launched after police received reports of recent two-wheeler thefts in Shahdara district. A dedicated AATS team was formed to identify and apprehend those involved in the offences. The team analysed CCTV footage, conducted field enquiries, developed local intelligence and deployed personnel in plain clothes to track suspected auto-lifters. During interrogation, Ritesh allegedly disclosed his involvement in other vehicle theft cases. Acting on the information provided by him, the police recovered three more stolen two-wheelers, taking the total recovery to four. The recovered vehicles include a white scooter, a black motorcycle and a blue scooter, in addition to another motorcycle. Verification linked the vehicles to theft cases registered at Hauz Khas police station in South District and Vivek Vihar and Anand Vihar police stations in Shahdara District. With these recoveries, the police said they had worked out four motor vehicle theft cases spanning three districts. All four cases were registered under Section 305(B) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the police, Ritesh is a Class IX dropout who lives with his family. Available records indicate that he has been apprehended by different police stations in Delhi since 2024 in connection with motor vehicle theft and snatching cases. The accused was recently released from judicial custody on October 12 and allegedly resumed stealing two-wheelers thereafter, police said. Police records show that he has previously been involved in 17 cases related to snatching and motor vehicle theft. Further legal proceedings are underway.
Rajnath Singh, Pete Hegseth discuss progress under India-US Defence Framework
Digital Desk | Cebu (Philippines), Oct 28 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in Cebu on the sidelines of the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) and reviewed progress made under the defence framework between the two nations. Taking to X, Singh said, Had an excellent meeting with US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on the sidelines of the 13th ADMM-Plus. We reviewed the progress of our 10-year India-US Defence Framework, driving strategic convergence across military technology, information sharing, and co-production. Our robust partnership continues to be a cornerstone for a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific, he added. Following the discussions, Hegseth also took to X and said that it was great meeting with Defence Minister Singh. We celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Framework for our Major Defense Partnership and explored ways to strengthen cooperation, he said. The first India-US Defence Framework was signed on June 28, 2005, for a 10-year term (following the initial 1995 Agreed Minutes on Defence Relationship). The second was signed on June 3, 2015, in New Delhi for another 10-year term. The third, which is also the latest 10-year renewal, was signed on October 31, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, by Defence Minister Singh and Pete Hegseth during the ADMM-Plus meeting. Singh arrived in Cebu on Tuesday on a three-day visit to the Philippines, during which he will attend the 13th ADMM-Plus and hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines. Singh is leading the Indian delegation at the two-day meeting on October 28 and 29 and will address the forum on shared regional and international security issues. Sharing details of his visit, the Defence Minister said India remained committed to strengthening regional security cooperation, promoting ASEAN centrality and ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region under its Act East Policy. During my visit, I will also be holding several bilateral meetings with my counterparts from participating nations. These interactions will be a great opportunity to review our ongoing defence ties and explore new avenues to strengthen our strategic partnerships, the Defence Minister posted on X. According to the Ministry of Defence, the ADMM is the highest defence consultative and cooperative mechanism within ASEAN. The ADMM-Plus brings together the 11 ASEAN member states, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam and eight Dialogue Partners: India, the United States, China, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand. India became a Dialogue Partner of ASEAN in 1992, while the inaugural ADMM-Plus meeting was held in Hanoi, Vietnam, on October 12, 2010. Since 2017, the defence ministers participating in the forum have been meeting annually to strengthen defence cooperation between ASEAN member states and the eight partner countries. The Philippines is chairing the ADMM-Plus in 2026. India is also co-chairing the Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism with Malaysia for the 2024-2027 cycle. India's participation in the forum reflects its continued engagement with Southeast Asian countries on defence and strategic issues, as well as its efforts to deepen regional partnerships under the Act East Policy.
Three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav dies by suicide
Indian para-athletics was left in shock after three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav allegedly died by suicide at a flat on Tuesday night. The 42-year-old, who competed in the F55 category, suspected to have consumed poison. A postmortem examination was underway at Delhis GTB Hospital on Wednesday at the time of filing the report.
A Delhi government accountant is in the ICU after being stabbed repeatedly while sleeping beside his daughter at home in Vasundhara. Police allege that his wife and her gym trainer, with whom she was reportedly in a relationship, conspired to kill him after the affair came to light and a dispute arose over moving house. Both were arrested and sent to judicial custody.
Telangana: MANUU students stage solidarity protest backing Jamia Millia demonstration
Students at Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) in Hyderabad staged a solidarity protest in support of students of Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), alleging targeting of Muslim identity at the university. Demonstrators gathered with placards to back the ongoing agitation at Jamia, New Delhi, voicing concerns over administrative accountability, campus rights, and student representation. Highlighting institutional grievances, a MANUU student leader who participated in the protest stated that there is a need of student representation to address the issues. We have been facing issues for the last two years, but Jamia students have been struggling for 20 years. They have a union. We have seen how extra-judicial ground realities exist. There is no accountability and no legal remedy. We are demanding legal remedies from the administration, but no one from the administration has come out to address the issues. We need student representation to address our issues. We see Muslim identity b...
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Delhi High Court orders takedown of fake Kotak accounts on Meta, Telegram, LinkedIn
The case targets unidentified John Doe defendants who used Kotaks trademarks across WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn to run fraudulent investment schemes
Crude oil prices surge after strike on Saudi refinery
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Global oil prices rose on Wednesday after Saudi Arabia's largest oil refinery was reportedly hit with a missile by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis. Brent crude futures for December delivery gained $1.55, or 1.36 per cent, to $115.43 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude rose 1.43 per cent to $101.32 a barrel. Houthis said they targeted the oil refinery reviving concerns over crude supply risks in the Middle East despite recent diplomatic efforts that had eased market worries. Saudi authorities did not confirm the strike on the 5.5 lakh barrel per day facility. The price surge reversed part of the previous session's losses, when oil fell nearly $2 a barrel as talks in the Middle East helped calm concerns about potential supply disruptions despite expectations of a rise in US crude inventories. A diplomatic meeting in Tehran saw representatives from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan in talks with Iranian officials to defuse regional tensions, according to reports. All four countries reportedly agreed to continue dialogue to strengthen cooperation on peace and security. Meanwhile, OPEC+ producers are expected to leave December output targets unchanged at a meeting on Sunday, according to multiple reports. Output from most of the group's seven core producers, including Saudi Arabia, Russia and Iraq, remains below their output targets. Saudi Arabia is the world's second-largest crude producer and biggest oil exporter. The West Asian conflict has placed pressure on the Strait of Hormuz which is a vital maritime bottleneck that handled about 20 per cent of global energy shipments prior to hostilities in February. Energy markets remained on edge after Iranian attacks on oil tankers near the strait pushed Brent past $117 a barrel last week, its highest since April. Brent briefly retested $117 on Monday before settling lower.
Delhi HC stays cost recovery from prosecution director
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Exceptional Individuals Making a Difference
New Delhi [India], October 28: In a world shaped by innovation, dedication, and new ideas, individuals from diverse professional backgrounds are making meaningful contributions to their respective fields. From healthcare,
Rain Likely In Delhi-NCR Till November 1 Due To Cyclone Arnab, Air Quality Low
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'poor' category on Wednesday morning, with the city-level Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 250 at 8 am.
Delhi Gets Online Liquor Booking At 208 Shops. No Home Delivery Yet
Customers can now check liquor brands, book bottles and pay online through a new app. There is, however, a 48-hour deadline to collect their orders.
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New Delhi, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Jio Platforms Limited, owned by Mukesh Ambani, made a strong debut on the stock market on Wednesday, with its shares listing Jio Platforms Shares List at 1,358, Deliver 21.36% Premium Over IPO Price
20 Markets, 20 Traders, 20 Minutes: Delhi Trade Body's Offer To Rahul Gandhi
The Chamber of Trade and Industry says it will withdraw its opposition to the November 1 rally if Rahul Gandhi can convince traders that the gathering will benefit their businesses.
Diljit Dosanjhs Delhi gig to have no-car zones, tight security
Security arrangements for Diljit Dosanjh's Delhi concert have been upgraded, with Delhi Police recommending between 1,500 and 2,000 private guards, up from the 400 proposed earlier. Organisers have also been directed to increase parking facilities and prevent traffic around the venue.
Delhi High Court upholds conviction of five men in 2020 Delhi riots killing case
The Delhi High Court has dismissed appeals filed by five men convicted in connection with the killing of 22-year-old Monish during the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, upholding their conviction for rioting and culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Justice Madhu Jain, in a judgment pronounced on October 27, upheld the conviction of Aman Kashyap, Devinder Kumar, Pradeep Rai, Ashish alias Goli and Arun Kumar under Sections 148 and 304 Part I read with Section 149 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The five men had challenged a trial court judgment dated November 30, 2024, and the subsequent sentencing order dated January 13, 2025, passed by the Additional Sessions Judge-03, North-East District, Karkardooma Courts. The trial court had sentenced them to one year of simple imprisonment under Section 148 IPC and seven years of rigorous imprisonment, along with a fine of
PIL in Delhi HC seeks pre-release scrutiny of film
A public interest litigation has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking pre-release scrutiny of the upcoming film
PM Modi Calls for India to Lead the World in Creating Future Technologies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 in New Delhi. The three-day Conclave brings together leading scientists, researchers, academicians, policymakers, industry leaders, startups and international experts to deliberate on emerging technologies and Indias science, technology and innovation priorities. In his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India must []
India Invites Pakistan Minister to SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi
India has invited Pakistan's Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, to attend the first Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi from November 20 to 22, diplomatic sources said. Invitations have been extended to all
India invites Pakistani minister to SCO forum, first such move since Operation Sindoor
India has invited all 10 member nations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), including Pakistan, to the inaugural Civilisational Dialogue Forum, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from November 20 to 22. The forum...
Delhi HC petition seeks pre-release review, stay on film
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Delhi High Court upholds convictions in 2020 riots killing of Monish
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI), an apex organisation representing traders and entrepreneurs in Delhi, on Wednesday wrote an open letter to the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, seeking a 20-minute meeting with him to discuss the Congress-led INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan. In the letter, CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal made a proposal involving 20 representatives from 20 major wholesale markets located near Ramlila Maidan, asking Rahul Gandhi to spare 20 minutes for a discussion on the potential impact of the rally on business activities in the national capital. The CTI has proposed that if Rahul Gandhi can convince the traders during the meeting that the proposed mega rally, expected to draw one million people, would boost business and expand their customer base, the organisation would immediately withdraw its opposition and welcome the event. However, if the traders convince Rahul Gandhi that the rally would adversely affect business in the 20 major markets surrounding Ramlila Maidan, he should postpone it until after Diwali in the public interest. We want dialogue, not a fight, Goyal said. He added that Rahul Gandhi often speaks about listening to everyone, including small traders, and that the proposed meeting would provide an opportunity to hear their concerns. Rahul Gandhi himself says that he listens to everyone and hears the voices of small traders. So, we, the traders from 20 markets, are asking him for 20 minutes. This would be the beauty of democracy, Goyal said. According to the CTI, the 20 markets fall within a radius of one to five kilometres of Ramlila Maidan and could face disruptions on the day of the rally. The markets include Chandni Chowk, Bhagirath Palace, Khari Baoli, Sadar Bazaar, Chawri Bazaar, Kashmere Gate, Nabi Karim, Karol Bagh, Ajmeri Gate, Daryaganj, Nai Sadak, Kinari Bazaar, Dariba Kalan, Fatehpuri, Naya Bazaar, Filmistan, Paharganj, Gaffar Market, Jama Masjid-Meena Bazaar and Lajpat Rai Market. These markets represent a wide range of businesses, including wholesale electronics, electrical goods, spices, dry fruits, garments, jewellery, books, stationery, machinery, auto parts, furniture, timber, mobile phones, crockery and grocery items. The CTI said the rally could affect traders' business operations due to the anticipated crowd, traffic restrictions and possible diversions in the surrounding areas. In its letter, the organisation also referred to Rahul Gandhi's message of promoting love and harmony, saying traders respected his efforts but were concerned about the potential impact of the rally during the festive season. Rahul ji, you open a shop of love in the market of hatred, we respect you, but do not close the shop of love in the market of Diwali. We are the traders who are the true face of your shop of love, the letter stated. The CTI expressed hope that Rahul Gandhi would accept its request for a 20-minute meeting to discuss the November 1 rally and its possible consequences for traders in Delhi's major commercial hubs.
CHIEF JUSTICE Dipak Mishras tumultuous tenure was followed by that of Justice Ranjan Gogoi, who had been one of the judges addressing the press conference, though he would later claim he had only done so reluctantly. When Justice Gogoi was taking over, many of us, including Justice Nariman and I, felt it would be the best time for the courts leadership. He was tough, but equitably tough. He did not distinguish between which lawyer was appearing before him, was always ready with his brief and could be equally firm with anyone. We did good work together while sitting on the same bench: pushing for infrastructure creation in the High Courts, issuing notice to all state governments about vacancies and appointing amicus curiae to assist with different courts backlogs. He had told me even before he took over as the chief justice of India that I would be on his bench. However, his tenure was marred by a single incident that, in perception at least, set it all to naught. On Saturday, 20 April 2019, four news portals carried news of a former Supreme Court staff members affidavit alleging that the chief justice had made unwelcome sexual advances and that she had afterwards been transferred and dismissed, her husband suspended from the police and her family persecuted. That same day, the chief justice immediately constituted a bench comprising himself, Justice Arun Mishra and Justice Sanjiv Khanna in a suo motu proceeding given the cause title In Re: Matter of Great Public Importance Touching Upon the Independence of Judiciary. Justice Gogoi denied the allegations from the bench, describing them as an attempt to seriously undermine judicial independence. The order issued that day, which was signed only by the other two judges, Justice Gogoi himself not finally being party to it, asked only that the media show restraint in its coverage. Two enquiries followed. An in-house panel of Justices S.A. Bobde, N.V. Ramana and Indira Banerjee took up the complaint, with Justice Indu Malhotra later replacing Justice Ramana. The complainant herself withdrew from the proceedings on 30 April, citing reservations about the process. The panel went on without her and, on 6 May, announced that it found no substance in the complaint. Separately, Justices Arun Mishra, Rohinton Fali Nariman and Deepak Gupta took up the advocate Utsav Singh Bainss claim that he had been offered a crore and a half to fabricate the charge and appointed Justice A.K. Patnaik to enquire into the alleged conspiracy. After Justice Gogoi retired, the complainant was reinstated with full back wages. The proceeding came before Justices A.S. Bopanna, V. Ramasubramanian and me on 18 February 2021. Justice Patnaik had reported that while a conspiracy could not be ruled out, the allegations could not be fully verified for want of records. Two years on, there was little prospect of recovering the electronic material. We closed the conspiracy angle, as it was not serving any purpose, and brought an end to a chapter that had certainly not covered our institution in glory. My own view is, quite frankly, that people in higher positions have to forget certain slights and not join issues over everything. One cannot use a 2-km radius of artillery when the problem calls for something far smaller and more surgical. I am not sure it was wise for Justice Gogoi to have installed himself on the bench that had first heard the matter. It would have been more proper for him to step away and let the next person determine how to proceed. His main grievance, which he relayed to me often, was that every time any episode occurred anywhere in the judiciary, this incident would crop up again. I told him he was right; that only time would be a healer, nothing else. He was in an awful slump, which I felt could do more damage than anything else in stymying his functioning as the head of the judicial machine. I think the episode affected his freedom of authority. When one is constantly looking over ones shoulder, it becomes very difficult to look ahead from the institutional point of view. It was an avoidable situation. Appointments were made during his tenure, but in many ways his ability to exercise the full authority of the chief justiceship was hobbled. There was a specific appointment controversy during Justice Gogois time that troubled me greatly. Justice Pradeep Nandrajog, the senior-most judge hailing from the Delhi High Court, had been recommended for elevation along with Justice Rajendra Menon, Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. The collegium under Justice Gogoi had signed off on the name, but the recommendation was never sent to the government. Justice Gogoi withheld it, ostensibly because news had leaked to the press, as it invariably did because someone among the five members had spoken to the concerned parties. I told the chief that I knew it had not leaked from the secretariat, which meant that it could only have come from one of the judges, which I knew and obviously he would too. There was a private history behind that episode that entangled it even further. Justice Pradeep Nandrajog had not been on the best of terms with my classmate Justice Valmiki Mehta: The two had come from the same chambers, and some disagreement on the judicial side had bred a lasting coolness between them. Justice Gogoi was connected to Justice Mehta by marriage of their children. When I took the leak up with Gogoi directly, I told him plainly that it had not come from the secretariat; these things happen because one over-enthusiastic member of a collegium of five says something to somebody, and from there it reaches the press. This could not possibly be a reason for torpedoing the recommendation itself. I told him not to do this, that there were great expectations of him and that he should not let a personal matter colour the essential work of appointments. However, the collegium changed as Justice Lokur demitted office. A new set of recommendations was made. When Justice Sanjiv Khanna was up for elevation, on a list that no longer included Pradeeps name, I wrote a consultative opinion expressing my dissatisfaction at the whole thing, even though Sanjiv was my immediate junior from school, college and law school. In my opinion, I did not hold back in my appreciation for Sanjivs merit but added the caveat about Pradeep. I had simply stated what I believed was right. This was a principle I held throughout my career: My job was to give my honest assessment. If Pradeep had been my close friend, I might have felt differently about the propriety of speaking up, but he was not a close personal friend. He was a colleague whose working style was similar to mine, and with whom my main interaction had been successfully cutting down the backlog in the Delhi High Court. He had clearly merited elevation. Post retirement, I have had occasion to meet Justice Gogoi a couple of times. During one such meeting, I asked him directly, Did you really think what happened with Pradeep was the right decision? He said, No, I think I made a mistake, and he would have been an asset to the Supreme Court. But his answer, correct if not satisfactory, was that you cannot unmake a mistake. Sometime later, when Justice Gogoi wrote his memoir, I thought that as a good man, he might have acknowledged as much in its pages. There is no infallibility in any of us; a man may make a mistake. That he did not say so there was, to my mind, a missed opportunity. The admission would have cost nothing and would have set the record straight. During Justice Gogois tenure, I also got a taste of what happens when the judiciary is dragged into the political maelstrom.
Gold, silver prices today, 28 October: Check the retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver on Tuesday in your cities Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
94% of 33.1 lakh Delhi voters cleared for final roll after SIR notices
Railway Recruitment 2026: Indian Railways to Recruit 1,265 Station Masters; Apply by November 25
New Delhi, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Indian Railways is set to recruit 1,265 Station Masters across the country, opening up a new employment opportunity for graduate candidates. Railway Recruitment 2026: Indian Railways to Recruit 1,265 Station Masters; Apply by November 25
Can India trust Donald Trump? Is the Modi-Trump bonhomie dead, or is it just sleeping?
In this rapid-fire exchange, former US National Security Adviser John Bolton shares his take on the future of India-US relations, the Strait of Hormuz, and the upcoming US midterm elections.Bolton believes India must avoid unnecessary confrontations with Trump, strengthen partnerships across the Indo-Pacific, and look beyond the current administration. He also predicts that Democrats will win the House in the November 3 elections, arguing that Trump's failure to deliver on his promise of lower prices could hurt Republicans.His message to New Delhi? Don't mistake Trump for a permanent fixture in American politics.Watch till the end for Bolton's candid answers on Trump, Modi, US elections, and India's diplomatic choices.WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eRNL-pmCBo
Overnight to Delhi: Railway Board Approves Daily Kanpur-Anand Vihar Express
India, Azerbaijan move to reset ties, boost energy investments and connectivity
Delhi and Baku are currently taking steps to improve bilateral relations through enhanced economic cooperation and connectivity initiatives. After a positive meeting, the Foreign Ministers of both nations emphasized the importance of the International North-South Transport Corridor. There has been a notable increase in Indian investment in Azerbaijan's energy sector, with cumulative investments reaching $1.26 billion. Additionally, both countries are working to strengthen security cooperation against transnational crime.
India to criminalise doping in next Parliament session
New Delhi, Oct 27: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday said amendments to the National Anti-Doping Act, that would criminalise trafficking and distribution of prohibited substances to athletes with a jail term of up to five years for suppliers, will be introduced in the next session of Parliament. Mandaviya made the assertion after chairing two []
India among countries with highest heatwave exposure for infants
New Delhi: India ranked among the top countries with the highest heatwave exposure for both vulnerable age groups infants and older adults along with China, the US and Russia, according to the tenth indicator report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change. Globally, total number of heatwave days decreased from 2024s 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 .
No Exception: Delhi's Vehicle Curbs May Hit Congress' November 1 Rally
From November 1 until January 31, 2027, petrol and diesel vehicles registered outside Delhi that do not meet Bharat Stage-VI (BS-VI) emission standards will be barred from entering the capital.
ICC upgraded to Tier 1; India retains top WADA ranking
New Delhi, Oct 27: The World Anti-Doping Agency has upgraded the International Cricket Council (ICC) to tier 1 under its prioritisation policy owing to crickets Olympic inclusion, while India remained in the top tier of signatories that face the strictest scrutiny in the bodys Compliance Monitoring Program. The ICC was in tier 2 until now []
Class 12 student found hanging at her home in Delhi, family suspects foul play
Delhi wakes to 'poor' air as AQI hits 228, two stations cross 300
Vivek Vihar records the highest AQI at 316, followed by Jahangirpuri at 305; Noida and Greater Noida also report elevated pollution levels
Cyclone Arnab makes landfall along Andhra coast
New Delhi: Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab began its landfall process early Wednesday along the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts, with maximum sustained wind speeds of 125-135 kmph and gusts reaching 150 kmph, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. According to the IMD, the storm is expected to move slowly northwestwards initially before tracking north-northwestwards. 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 .
On October 28, Indias weather forecast indicates a mix of conditions across several states. Heavy rains are likely in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha, driven by a cyclonic system. In contrast, the Delhi-NCR region could experience partly cloudy skies. Residents in these areas are advised to stay updated and heed safety guidelines as thunderstorms may develop.
BJP Chief Nitin Nabin To Lead 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' March In Delhi
BJP National President Nitin Nabin will lead a foot march titled 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' in Delhi's Chandni Chowk on Wednesday, as the party steps up its outreach amid Opposition protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, state BJP President Harsh Malhotra, MPs and other senior party leaders are also expected to participate in the march. BJP announced on its official X handle on Tuesday night: BJP National President Shri @NitinNabin will lead the 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' march in New Delhi on October 28, 2026. The party will organise similar foot marches across the country on Wednesday under the campaign, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled states expected to participate in programmes in their respective regions.
BJP chief Nitin Nabin to lead Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy march in Delhi today
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin will lead a foot march titled Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy in Delhis Chandni Chowk on Wednesday, as the party steps up its outreach amid Opposition protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, state BJP President Harsh Malhotra, MPs and other senior party leaders are also expected to participate in the march. BJP announced on its official X handle on Tuesday night: BJP National President Shri @NitinNabin will lead the 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' march in New Delhi on October 28, 2026. The party will organise similar foot marches across the country on Wednesday under the campaign, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled states expected to participate in programmes in their respective regions. Earlier on Tuesday, Nabin remarked that the nationwide 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' campaign has been launched by the party to counter the Gandhi family's functioning of working only for its own interests, while accusing the Congress of being frustrated and desperate. He made the remarks during a BJP event in Panaji. The initiative comes amid escalating political tensions over the SIR, with Opposition parties alleging irregularities in the revision process and questioning the functioning of the Election Commission of India. The BJP's nationwide outreach is also significant in the run-up to the INDIA bloc's proposed mega rally in Delhi on November 1. The Opposition alliance has announced a Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao rally at Ramlila Maidan to protest against alleged irregularities in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls. The INDIA bloc has also demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing the electoral authorities of failing to address concerns over alleged vote chori. In response to the Opposition's planned mobilisation, the BJP is preparing a month-long counter-campaign, beginning November 1, through synchronised padyatras across the country. Under the proposed campaign, senior BJP leaders, Union Ministers and Chief Ministers from BJP-ruled states will participate in foot marches in their respective regions to mobilise party workers and reach out to the public.
Cluster University of Srinagar syndicate approves key academic, research and digital reforms
Srinagar, Oct 27: The 3rd Meeting of the University Syndicate of Cluster University of Srinagar was held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Prof. Mohammad Mobin. The Syndicate approved a series of academic, technological and institutional initiatives aimed at strengthening teaching, research, examinations and digital infrastructure across the University. Among the major decisions was approval of a 24-Credit Additional Academic Programme in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science for eligible students enrolled in various undergraduate programmes. Designed as an additional qualification alongside the parent degree programme, the initiative seeks to equip students across disciplines with competencies in the rapidly expanding fields of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. In another major decision, the Syndicate approved establishment of a High-Performance Computing Centre (HPCC)/AI-Cell at the Universitys Main Campus. The Centre is envisaged as an advanced computing facility to support academics, research, innovation, University administration and student services, with GPU-based computing facilities for work in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cyber Security and allied computational areas. Phase-I of the project, estimated at approximately 80 lakh, will establish the foundational computing infrastructure. The Syndicate also approved the expansion of the paperless examination system in the University. The initiative follows a pilot implementation in the B.Ed. programme, with the University proposing to extend the system to PG, B.Ed. and B.Tech. programmes from the next academic session. The Syndicate approved the Convocation Statutes, paving the way for the Universitys maiden Convocation. Other decisions included framing and adoption of statutes for the B.Tech. programme, approval of the Draft Constitution of the Abdul Ahad Azad Chair and the University Tarana, besides a mercy chance for students of the 20172019 batches of UG, IG, PG and professional programmes to facilitate completion of their degree programmes. Before the agenda was taken up, Vice Chancellor Prof. Mohammad Mobin made a detailed presentation on academic and administrative reforms and initiatives undertaken by the University since the previous Syndicate meeting. He highlighted the implementation of NEP-2020 across the University, including major, minor, multidisciplinary, skill, ability-enhancement and research verticals, as well as the identification of research supervisors for the undergraduate research component. The Vice Chancellor also highlighted the expansion of the Universitys research ecosystem, particularly the introduction of PhD programmes in constituent colleges alongside the University schools. The University is presently offering PhD programmes in 14 disciplines, with 39 research scholars enrolled and 53 supervisors identified across colleges and the University. He also referred to the Universitys consideration of stipends for research scholars. Prof. Mobin highlighted the improvement in enrolment across various programmes, informing the members that undergraduate enrolment had increased by about 7.6 per cent over 2025, while postgraduate enrolment had risen by about 28 per cent. He also referred to the One-Year Postgraduate Programme introduced as an NEP-2020 progression pathway for eligible Four-Year Undergraduate Programme graduates, enabling lateral entry into the third semester of the existing two-year PG programme. The presentation also highlighted the Universitys mega job fair held in July 2026, which attracted more than 5,000 registrations and resulted in around 900 selections. The Vice Chancellor also referred to Memoranda of Understanding signed by the University during 2026 to strengthen academic collaboration, student opportunities and institutional linkages. Earlier in the day, the 4th Meeting of the Finance Committee of the University was held, and its recommendations were subsequently placed before the University Syndicate and approved. The meeting was attended by members in both online and offline modes. Those who joined online included the Chancellors nomineesProf. Bechan Lal, former Vice Chancellor, Cluster University of Jammu; Prof. M. Afshar Alam, former Vice Chancellor, Jamia Hamdard and Prof. Geeta Singh, Director, Centre for Professional Development in Higher Education, University of Delhibesides Director General Codes, Shri Mahesh Dass.Members from Cluster University Jammu and GGM Science College Jammu also joined online. Those attending in person included Shri Shafqat Iqbal, Special Secretary to Government, Higher Education Department; Prof. (Dr.) Seema Naaz, Dean Academic Affairs; Principals of the constituent colleges, including Prof. Yasmeen Farooq Khan, Prof. Tahmina Yousuf, Prof. Muzaffar Ahmad Bhat and Prof. Haris Izhar Tantray; and Deans of faculties of Cluster University of Srinagar, Prof. (Dr.) Nighat Nasreen and Dr. Javaid Ahmad Bhat. Registrar, Cluster University of Srinagar, Prof. (Dr.) Syed Wilayat Hussain Rizvi conducted the proceedings. During the concluding deliberations, the members appreciated the academic, administrative and technology-driven initiatives undertaken by the University and commended the progress made under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Mohammad Mobin. Prof. (Dr.) Seema Naaz presented the vote of thanks.
Diwali Special MEMU Train Between Ghaziabad and Aligarh on November 5
Ghaziabad, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Rail passengers travelling between Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad and western Uttar Pradesh can benefit from a special MEMU train service during the Diwali festive Diwali Special MEMU Train Between Ghaziabad and Aligarh on November 58, 2026: Check Timings and Stops
Indian Railways to Enforce Night-Time Mobile Charging Restrictions from 11 PM to 5 AM
New Delhi, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Indian Railways is preparing to strictly enforce instructions requiring mobile charging points in train coaches to remain switched off from 11 Indian Railways to Enforce Night-Time Mobile Charging Restrictions from 11 PM to 5 AM
Kerala judge booked after minor sons Mercedes allegedly kills scooter rider
New Delhi, Oct 27: The Kochi City Police have booked an Additional Sessions Judge under the Motor Vehicles Act after his 17-year-old son allegedly drove a Mercedes-Benz that hit a scooter, killing its rider in Cheranalloor on October 25. According to Bar & Bench, the judge, posted at a court in Irinjalakuda in Thrissur district, has been arraigned under Section 199A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, as the registered owner of the car. The provision deals with offences committed by juveniles and provides for liability of the guardian or vehicle owner, subject to statutory exceptions. The victim, Jayabalakrishnan (55), was returning home after closing his roadside eatery when the accident occurred around 2.20 am on Sunday, according to the FIR. The Mercedes was allegedly travelling from Vallarpadam towards Kalamassery when it hit his two-wheeler on Container Road. Police initially registered a case under Sections 281 and 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for rash driving and causing death by negligence. Section 105, relating to culpable homicide not amounting to murder, was subsequently added. The police said they were following Supreme Court guidelines applicable when a judicial officer is booked and would inform the district judiciary and the Kerala High Court. The Juvenile Justice Board in Ernakulam granted bail to the minor on Monday.
SC notice to Centre on news publishers plea challenging data protection law
New Delhi, Oct 27:The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought a response of the Centre on a petition challenging provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and the DPDP Rules on the grounds that they allegedly infringe press freedom and the right to information. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued the notice after hearing senior advocate Madhavi Divan, appearing for the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA). The matter has been listed for further hearing on November 17 along with pending ones. The plea sought striking down several provisions of the data protection law and its accompanying rules as unconstitutional, saying that the absence of an exemption for journalistic activities could seriously impede news reporting, undermine investigative journalism and compromise the confidentiality of sources. During the hearing, Divan described the petition as perhaps the first comprehensive challenge by what she termed the legacy media, distinguishing traditional news organisations from citizen journalists. This is perhaps the first comprehensive petition by what we call legacy media. There has been some debate over citizen journalists. We are the traditional, conventional legacy media, she said. The senior lawyer urged the bench to issue notice on the application seeking an interim stay of the challenged provisions. Divan said that the laws consent requirements could make routine news gathering and reporting unworkable, particularly when journalists report on matters involving individuals who may not consent to the use of their personal data. If I am left to the mercy of the data principal as to whether he or she will give consent, how will news be reported? she asked. The senior lawyer stressed that the requirements could have serious implications for television journalism and time-sensitive reporting. On television, it is live. Otherwise, it has to be new, she said, adding that provisions could effectively shut down newsrooms. What is the point if I have to ask for permission and consent, she asked. The association has also challenged the amendment to Section 8(1)(j) of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, alleging that the change restricts access to information relating to public officials and alters the scope of information available for public scrutiny. Section 8(1)(j), the deletion, is changing the whole concept of news, Divan submitted. The petition also raised concerns over the Centres powers to requisition information under the DPDP Act, saying that the provisions could have far-reaching consequences for the functioning of news organisations and their ability to report on matters of public interest.
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Jammu, Oct 27:Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr Virendra Kumar on Tuesday visited the construction site of the permanent premises of the Composite Regional Centre (CRC) for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), CRC Jammu at village Chak Jawala, Vijaypur in district Samba of Jammu province to review the progress of the ongoing construction work. Constructed at an estimated cost of around Rs 24 Cr, the permanent premises are expected to significantly enhance the availability of rehabilitation and support services in the region, helping persons with disabilities lead more independent and dignified lives. Speaking on the occasion, Kumar said that the permanent premises would strengthen CRC Jammus institutional capacity and expand access to rehabilitation, education and support services for persons with disabilities across the region. He noted that the Centre was currently operating on a limited scale in Jammu city and that the new facility would enable it to broaden its services. The minister was accompanied by senior officials of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, including Rajeev Sharma, Joint Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan). During the visit, Dr Rohnika Sharma, Director, CRC Jammu, briefed the minister on the progress of construction, the status of work completed so far and the activities remaining to be undertaken. She also apprised him of the infrastructure-related requirements and key aspects concerning the timely completion and operationalisation of the permanent premises. Dr Sharma also apprised the Union Minister of the infrastructure requirements and other aspects concerning timely completion of the project. Once operational, the facility is expected to support rehabilitation, special education, early intervention, skill development and empowerment initiatives for Divyangjan. The visit provided an opportunity to assess the ongoing construction work and review the measures required to expedite the remaining activities. The minister emphasised the importance of timely completion of the project and the availability of appropriate infrastructure to facilitate the effective delivery of services to Divyangjan. He added that the establishment of the permanent premises of CRC Jammu marked an important step towards strengthening rehabilitation services, special education, early intervention, skill development and empowerment initiatives for persons with disabilities in the Jammu region. Kumar said the Centre was intended to support the delivery of rehabilitation-related services and facilitate access to appropriate interventions and skill development opportunities for persons with disabilities. He said the Centre would provide physiotherapy and specialised training for children with disabilities to help them become self-reliant. Training for parents and caregivers would also be facilitated so that they can better support children with disabilities. He added that a Pradhan Mantri Divyasha Kendra would be established at the Centre to facilitate access to assistive devices. Disability-related courses, including B Ed and M Ed programmes, were also planned, which would create educational opportunities and enhance employment prospects for youth trained in disability rehabilitation and empowerment, he added. The Minister said the laboratory facilities for the measurement, manufacture and fitting of customised artificial limbs and other assistive devices would be developed at the Centre. These facilities were expected to help beneficiaries perform daily activities with greater ease and independence, he added. Emphasising inclusive development, Dr Kumar said that empowering persons with disabilities was integral to the vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and the goal of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. He observed that CRC Jammu would address the long-standing need for a comprehensive rehabilitation facility in the Jammu region, bringing disability-related services closer to beneficiaries, from children to senior citizens. The Minister further said that supporting persons with disabilities would also strengthen their families and enable them to contribute more actively to society and the nations development. The review reaffirmed the importance of completing the infrastructure project in a timely manner to strengthen the institutional capacity for providing rehabilitation and empowerment services to Divyangjan in Jammu & Kashmir. CRC Jammu functions under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, through Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities (PDUNIPPD), New Delhi.
Kanpur, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Rail passengers travelling from Kanpur to Delhi will soon have an additional overnight travel option. The Railway Board has approved a new New KanpurDelhi Night Express Approved, Train to Reach Anand Vihar at 4:50 AM
State Karatekas return with 19 medals from Zonal competition
State Karatekas returned home with a rich haul of 19 medals including 5 gold medals from the 5th KIO North East Zone karate Championship that was held at the convocation hall of North East Hill University NEHU , Shillong from October 22 to 24, 2026 The championship was hosted by the All Meghalaya Karate Do Association under the auspices of the Karate India Organisation and also served as the trial selection for the All India Inter Zonal Karate Championship due to be held in December at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e paolive net galleries images News Related 2026 10 karate 20261028 jpg border 1 alt State Karatekas return with 19 medals from Zonal competition td tr tr td align center State Karatekas return with 19 medals from Zonal competition td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The Karatekas who brought home medals from the championship in the individual events include Leana Longjam 12 Yrs Female Kata Gold and Kumite 35kg Bronze , Khumukcham Lingjel Chanu Cadet Female Kumite 47kg Gold , Kongkham Nancy Cadet Female Kumite 54kg Gold Kata Bronze Khangembam Madusumita Devi U 21 Female Kumite 61 Kg Gold Senior Female Kumite 61kg Silver , Soibam Ronaldo Singh U 21 Male Kumite 60kg Gold , Ethan Sipo Shingnaisui George 11yrs Male Kumite 35 Kg Silver , Ka Longchuiphy Shimray 13 Yrs Female Kata Silver Kumite Silver , Ch Maninganba Meitei Cadet Male Kumite 52kg Silver , Ningthoujam Saya Devi Junior Female Kata Silver , Tajijur Rahman Senior Male Kumite 67kg Silver , Leoni Longjam Junior Female Kata Bronze , Aribam Aslam Junior Male Kumite 76kg Bronze andYarmathan Awungshi 10yrs Male Kumite 25kg Bronze Meanwhile Promila, Leoni, Saya and Bishwodiya bagged a silver medal in the senior team Kata event Bikash, Yohenba, Alfaz Khan and Ziaulhaque also won senior team Kata event silver Source The Sangai Express
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Criticising the Chief Minister for prioritising trips to Delhi over addressing the hardships faced by farmers, Rama Rao said Revanth Reddy was not a regular Chief Minister, but rather a renewal Chief Minister who could stay in power only if he pays his EMIs to the leadership in Delhi.
Delhi SIR: 1 in 3 of 1,236 deletions in Trilokpuri roll wrongly removed, reveals audit
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Connecting Kashmir: Building the infrastructure for growth
Besides the historical news of record-breaking bridges and gleaming terminals in Jammu and Kashmir there is one development that also needs appreciation. In August, foundation stones were laid for 110 village roads across the Udhampur, Kathua, Doda and Kishtwar region. This connectivity is going to improve the lives of 47,000 people. An interesting aspect of this road project is that recycled plastic waste is being used in this road construction. This renewed emphasis on improving the connectivity showcases how the government approaches the problems pertaining to bringing connectivity to difficult terrains in the region. As they say, the railway line is only half a promise until the road to your house is paved. For several generations, the Kashmir valley has remained cut-off to its mountains and largely with the mainland due to its harsh winters. Heavy snow often closed down the highway for weeks if not months. Students waited, sick people waited, and truckloads of apples sat rotting by the roadside. Isolation was a common feature of their lives. However, this mindset has seen a remarkable change in the last few years. All thanks to the UdhampurSrinagarBaramulla (roughly 272kms) rail link, which opened in June 2025. The link road is one of the hardest railway projects India has ever attempted. It runs through tunnels cut into unstable mountains and across deep gorges. Its remarkable centrepiece, the Chenab Bridge, is the highest railway arch bridge in the world (some 360 meters higher than the Eiffel tower). But the real story is not the height of the bridge. It is that a person in Srinagar can now take a train and reach Jammu province in under five hours, and that trains are built to keep running through snow and earthquakes. The roads are catching up too. Some years back, no one in Srinagar could imagine staying back in Sonmarg during the peak winters and think of reaching Zojila and Kargil via road. Since January 2025 travellers are now bypassing a stretch known for avalanches. It all happened because of the Sonmarg tunnel. It has already begun to turn Sonamarg from a summer stop into a year-round destination. The much bigger Zojila tunnel, which will connect Kashmir to Ladakh through the winter, reached its main breakthrough in June, this year. It is not finished yet, but the hardest digging is behind it. In July, key sections of the new expressway from Delhi towards Katra opened, cutting a gruelling journey for pilgrims and traders to roughly half its old time. In the air, a large expansion of Srinagars airport has been approved. It will add a new terminal designed with Kashmiri woodwork and local craftsmanship, and smaller airports at Udhampur and Kishtwar are planned so that people outside the big towns are not left behind. Behind all this concretisation is assurance of timing and certainty or security. A farmer who grows apples or saffron in south or north Kashmir no longer has to gamble on whether the road will be open on the day his crop is ready. A new cargo terminal in Samba, with more planned, helps goods travel by rail to bigger markets. A shawl weaver or a handicraft seller in Srinagar city can reach customers far beyond the valley. A tourism operator in Sonamarg can plan for winter instead of closing down. A student or a patient heading to Jammu no longer faces a day-long ordeal. These are not small things, especially for people who are living in the mountains. If we bring it down, it appears the governments approach consists of four substantial ideas. First, connectivity is the foundation of everything. The thinking appears to be that jobs, trade, tourism and investment will follow once the region is no longer cut off. Roads, rail and air are being treated as one network rather than separate projects. Second, the goal is all-weather access. Almost every project, from the tunnels to the snow-clearing trains, is aimed at defeating the winter. Seasonal isolation is the enemy being fought. Third, strategy matters alongside development. Government statements openly link these projects to border security, defence logistics and disaster response. Better roads and tunnels in border regions serve both villagers and especially the armed forces. This is a reasonable aim, though it means some projects are driven by security needs as much as local ones. Fourth, the benefits should reach beyond the big cities. The village road programme and the small regional airports suggest a recognition that a few showcase projects are not enough. It would be too easy for some to end the celebration. A railway or tunnel is not the same as prosperity. Whether farmers actually earn more, whether young people find local jobs, and whether remote villages feel the change will depend on what happens after the ribbon-cutting. Roads need maintenance. Terminals need to be used. The Zojila tunnel still has to be finished. And infrastructure alone cannot answer every question people in the region have about their future. Still, the direction is clear, and it deserves credit. A region once defined by what separated it from the rest of the country is being stitched back in, one tunnel, track and village road at a time. The governments postering is that being connected is the starting point, and not the end goal. The real challenge comes what needs to be added afterwards; that a child growing up in a remotest area of Kishtwar village, or a fruit grower living in Shopian and a shopkeeper based in Srinagar no longer feel mountains acts as an impediment in their career or dreaming bigger in their lives.
BRICS forum condemns Pahalgam attack, calls for global action against terrorism
Leaders bat for UN reforms, international cooperation against terrorism New Delhi, Oct 27: Calling for comprehensive reforms of the United Nations, including its Security Council, the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum on Tuesday unanimously condemned the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that left 26 people dead. In a joint declaration adopted [] The post BRICS forum condemns Pahalgam attack, calls for global action against terrorism appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi may raise agricultural land circle rates to 5 crore per acre
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Hyderabad overtakes Delhi, Mumbai in office leasing as Wise, DE Shaw sign big deals
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Delhi Government May Hike Agricultural Land Circle Rates After 18 Years
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Congress Claims Fight is for Voting Rights, Not Against Traders: Ravinder Sharma
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Delhi Assembly Met For Just 17 Days In 2025. Speaker Backs 30-Sitting Target
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72-year-old with cricket ball sized liver tumour undergoes keyhole surgery
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HC refuses to suspend sentence of juvenile killer
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