GRAP 2 restrictions in Delhi: Whats allowed and whats not
Delhi imposes GRAP Stage 2 restrictions as AQI hits very poor; bans for older vehicles, boosts parking fees, and encourages usage of public transport. Heres what allowed and whats not.
Face recognition vans, drones deployed to secure Delhis Sadar Bazar ahead of Deepavali
With festive shopping drawing huge crowds to the Old Delhi wholesale market, police step up surveillance with paramilitary flag marches, watchtowers and round-the-clock deployment to prevent theft and manage congestion.
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Deleted Voters Can File Form 6 Without Fear of Prosecution, Clarifies Election Commission
The clarification came following a Delhi High Court order concerning voter enrolment through Form 6
BJP leaders criticise Mamata-Congress bonhomie
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari accused Mamata Banerjee of allying with anarchists in Delhi
After Delhi meeting without her, Sunetra rallies NCP MLAs
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, who heads the ruling NCP, met party legislators in Mumbai on Tuesday. The meeting, attended by around 50 MLAs and ministers, aimed to discuss party unity, future election strategies for 2029, and organisational strengthening. This gathering followed a meeting of senior NCP leaders with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, which Sunetra Pawar did not attend.
Air India CEO targets lower costs, higher passenger yields to steer airline towards profitability
Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said the airline is working to reduce operating costs and improve passenger yields as it pursues a financial turnaround. The plan includes bringing unit costs in line with industry levels, restructuring its Delhi network, expanding international flights from Mumbai and exploring Bengaluru as a third hub.
Right to protest cannot override right to livelihood: SC calls for balance
The Supreme Court has highlighted the importance of balancing the right to protest with the livelihoods of others. A three-member bench stated that indefinite occupation of protest sites is unacceptable. The court directed traders' associations to involve protest organizers in their claims for damages. Delhi Police defended its actions at protest sites, citing disruptions caused by ongoing demonstrations.
Siddaramaiah Sting Row: How A Hidden-Camera Scandal Triggered A Political Storm In Karnataka
Amid the intense political battle over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and elections in Delhi, a major political controversy is unfolding in Karnataka, raising serious questions about political conspiracies, investigative accountability and the battle for reputations. On India Matters, NDTV examines an alleged political sting operation that has triggered a storm involving former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy and the Congress leadership.
Passenger booked for trying to open emergency door on airborne Delhi-Pune flight
We Wont Beg: Piyush Goyals Message As China Curbs Tunnel-Boring Machine Exports
India has hit back at China after Beijing imposed export controls on tunnel-boring machines.Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India would build the machines itself rather than beg China for supplies.Why are these machines crucial to Indias border infrastructureand can New Delhi find an alternative? Shreya Chandra with moreWatch: https://youtu.be/georVBPrOOg
Childrens play area in Sec 43 park dug up for Chhath, locals protest
Congress Delhi meet sets ball rolling for UP elections
Revanth busy with vote theft campaign in Delhi, while farmers suffer: Ramchander
Piyush Goyal Meets Danish Minister to Discuss Enhancing Trade and Investment
Piyush Goyal and Danish Minister Martin Lidegaard discuss strengthening trade and investment ties during their recent meeting in New Delhi. Piyush Goyal Meets Danish Minister to Discuss Enhancing Trade and Investment
Green on the shelf, banned inside: Noida & Ghaziabad markets have all forms of crackers
Delhi needs better slum rehabilitation policy
Where relocation is genuinely unavoidable, no demolition should occur until a serviced home is ready within a reasonable livelihood catchment, with public transport, schools and health facilities functioning from day one
FM Sitharaman challenges Rahul Gandhi to debate in Parliament, not on social media
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday sharply rebuked Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for demanding a public debate with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asserting that Parliament itself is the proper venue for such exchanges. Responding to Gandhis challenge, Sitharaman said on her X handle, Rahul ji, you ask the Prime Minister to choose a venue for a debate. There is already one: Parliament, where you happen to be the LoP. She pointed out that Home Minister Amit Shah had only a day earlier offered a special session of Parliament to discuss the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the functioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Why not show the same enthusiasm for a debate in Parliament that you show while issuing challenges on social media? she asked. Sitharaman accused the Congress leader and the INDIA alliance of repeatedly walking out of the House whenever the government sought to respond to their allegations. Demanding answers also carries an obligation to hear them, she said. There have been several occasions when you and your party have walked out of Parliament while the government was responding to your allegations. How do you claim to be so eager for a debate when you dont even stay to hear the other side? she said. The Finance Minister further criticised the Opposition for disrupting parliamentary proceedings, resulting in entire sittings being washed out. If you are so keen on debating, why not allow Parliament to function in the first place? she questioned. Sitharaman also took aim at a recent mock Parliament organised by the Congress at the residence of the party president. Frankly, that was more a mockery of Parliament than a mock Parliament. You found the time and enthusiasm for that exercise. Surely, the real Parliament deserves at least as much, she said. Calling on Gandhi to uphold democratic institutions, Sitharaman said those who speak endlessly about protecting democracy and the Constitution must show equal respect for the institutions they have established. She urged the Leader of Opposition to bring specific allegations backed by evidence rather than frivolously throwing together long lists of accusations. You say, Daro mat. Then bring the facts, face the scrutiny and stay to hear the answers. In the House, uphold the standards of debate you demand from others, she concluded.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India's push for Aatmanirbharta must focus on achieving technological sovereignty and ensuring critical defence requirements are not dependent on external sources. Addressing the Delhi Defence Dialogue, he said military preparedness in the 21st century was inseparable from technological readiness and called for ambitious defence goals by 2047.
DC Edit I Green Crackers, Grey Skies: Delhis Annual Diwali Tryst
The police have repeatedly proved inadequate at enforcing orders on the sale and bursting of firecrackers.
Delhi Health Minister Advocates for Enhanced Food Safety Measures Ahead of Festive Season
Delhis Health Minister urges intensified food inspections to ensure safety and quality during the festive season. Delhi Health Minister Advocates for Enhanced Food Safety Measures Ahead of Festive Season
GBU inaugurates centre for green skills, applied AI
HC declines to take suo motu note of lawyers mention of scuffle with police
Connaught Place To Feature Diwali Drone Show
The Delhi government is organising a drone show at Central Park, Connaught Place, for Diwali this year. The show, expected to depict episodes from the Ramayana, will be a major attraction and a technology-driven alternative to traditional celebrations. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is slated to lead the festivities, which are planned for November 6 and 7.
Home Ministry Orders Transfers of Two Senior IPS Officers in AGMUT Cadre
The Home Ministry has issued orders for the transfer of two senior IPS officers within the AGMUT cadre, impacting security in Arunachal Pradesh and Delhi. Home Ministry Orders Transfers of Two Senior IPS Officers in AGMUT Cadre
On the Arunachal frontier, silence is not a strategy
Indias silence on Chinese border intrusions risks emboldening Beijing and undermining New Delhis position
Rahul Gandhi Launches X Poll, Challenges PM Modi To Open Debate
New Delhi: Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday intensified his challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an open debate, launching a poll on X asking young Indians whether they wanted to see the two leaders face off. Gandhi tagged senior BJP leaders, including Defence Minister []
A police complaint has been filed against All India Students Association (AISA) member Neha Bora in Delhi over her alleged remarks claiming that women are sexually assaulted by priests in temples. Amita Sachdeva, a woman...
MoS Margherita discusses India's Caribbean ties with ACS chief in Madrid
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Tuesday met Noemi Espinoza Madrid, Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), in Madrid and discussed India's engagement with the Global South, particularly in the Greater Caribbean region. Pleased to meet Noemi Espinoza Madrid, Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), in Madrid. Our conversation focused on India's engagement with the Global South, particularly in the Greater Caribbean region, Margherita said on social media platform X. Earlier in the day, the MoS had met business representatives from Spain's textile and tourism sectors to discuss ways to deepen bilateral cooperation. Interacted with business representatives from Spain's textile & tourism sectors. Discussed opportunities to strengthen India-Spain cooperation in textile trade, sourcing, manufacturing, sustainable textiles, investment and tourism, while also highlighting the importance of enhancing people-to-people ties, he said. Margherita also offered floral tributes at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Madrid on Tuesday, stressing the Mahatma's commitment to truth and non-violence as a guide for peace and harmony. Gandhiji's timeless ideals of truth and Ahimsa continue to inspire humanity, the MoS had said in a post on X. Margherita arrived in Madrid on Monday to attend the 30th Ibero-American Conference Summit, where India is set to join the Conference as an Associate Observer. The Conference has 22 member countries, along with 12 Associate Observers and 20 Consultative Observers. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit will continue until November 5. During his stay, the MoS is expected to hold bilateral meetings with key counterparts on the sidelines of the summit and engage with the Indian community in Madrid. The Ministry has said the visit marks a milestone in the ongoing India-Spain Dual Year of Culture, Tourism and Artificial Intelligence celebrations.
Fires are down in Punjab but most being lit at dusk
Evening Shift To Beat Satellites & Officials On Ground
Delhi airport working with regulators to further ease security clearance for transfer passengers
Delhi airport is working with security regulators to ease clearance procedures for transfer passengers, who account for 30-35% of its annual traffic, GMR Airports Executive Director S G K Kishore said. He also defended airport charges, saying higher infrastructure investments push up tariffs, which could decline over time.
Scotch whisky set to get cheaper in Delhi
RBI starts 3 surveys to capture inflation expectations, consumer confidence
Reserve Bank on Tuesday announced three key surveys to capture inflation expectations of households and gauge consumer confidence in the country- the studies that provide input for bi-monthly monetary policy. The central bank has announced the launch of the November 2026 round of the Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH). The November 2026 round of the survey is being launched. The survey aims at capturing subjective assessments on price movements and inflation, based on their individual consumption baskets, it said. The study will be conducted across 19 cities -- Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi and Thiruvananthapuram. In another statement, the RBI said the Urban Consumer Confidence Survey seeks qualitative responses from households regarding their sentiments on the general economic situation, employment scenario, price level, households'
DU centre discharges teacher over 'objectionable study material, he cites lapses
'Enduring symbol of shared heritage': PM Modi thanks Bhutan King for dedicating stupa to him
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that he was deeply touched by the gesture of Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in dedicating a stupa in Gelephu Mindfulness City to him, and accepted the honour on behalf of the people of India. Deeply touched by the special gesture of warmth and generosity of the Bhutan King and the people of Bhutan. I accept this with deep gratitude on behalf of the people of India. The Jangchub Chorten shall remain an enduring symbol of our shared spiritual and civilisational heritage and the special bonds of friendship between our people, PM Modi said on Facebook. The stupa was dedicated to the Prime Minister on Sunday after 108 stupas were raised in Gelephu Mindfulness City. The Bhutan King and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju unveiled a plaque dedicating the 76th stupa to PM Modi. A special dedication, made on November 1, 2026, after the 108 Stupas were raised in Gelephu Mindfulness City, honours India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Bhutan King and Kiren Rijiju, India's Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister, unveiled a plaque dedicating the 76th Stupa to the Prime Minister, Bhutan King Namgyel Wangchuck said. Rijiju had represented the Indian government at the ceremony led by the Bhutanese King for the raising and consecration of the 108 stupas. Thousands of volunteers had erected the stupas in a single day, each 15 metres tall and separated by 108 metres, along the Aie (Mau) river near the Assam border. The dedication is an enduring symbol of the Bhutan Kings profound appreciation for Prime Minister Modi's unwavering commitment and India's steadfast support for the realisation of the King's vision of Gelephu Mindfulness City, King Namgyel Wangchuck said. Rijiju had expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Bhutan King for the gesture, and reaffirmed India's support for the Gelephu Mindfulness City project. India had also approved a special temporary immigration facility at Hatisar in Assam, across from Gelephu, to facilitate the entry and exit of third-country nationals for the event. In September, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar had reaffirmed the Indian government's support for King Namgyel Wangchuck's vision for Gelephu Mindfulness City during the EAM's visit to Bhutan. India had also committed to setting up an Immigration Check Post at Hatisar to ease the movement of investors and visitors to Gelephu.
CRPF records zero operational fatalities for 12 months; PM Modi hails milestone
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted a significant achievement of the Central Reserve Police Force, stating that the force has reported zero operational fatalities in the past 12 months. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, A ZERO that speaks volumes. CRPF Director General GP Singh also greeted all personnel for completing a year without any operational fatality a record equalled after 47 years. Sharing the information on X, the DG wrote, A significant milestone in the history of CRPF 12 consecutive months (One Year) have passed without any Operational fatality in the force, the last operational fatality in the force being on Oct 30th 2025. This has happened after 47 Years (the last such period ended in January 1979). Singh attributed the achievement to the provision of the latest and contemporary hardware, better training, strategic planning, and a strong focus on post-incident response, including high-speed evacuation of injured personnel to secondary and tertiary medical facilities. He noted that the milestone is especially significant as the force continues to be deployed and engaged intensely in all major operational theatres while achieving significant breakthrough results. We remain committed to keeping the country peaceful and safe for all its citizens, the CRPF DG added. The milestone comes at a time when the force is also dealing with the challenge of suicides among its personnel, which are not registered as deaths during official operations. Recently, the National Human Rights Commission took suo motu cognisance of a media report stating that 19 CRPF personnel died by suicide in less than five months between January and May 2026. According to reported CRPF data, the force lost 59 personnel to suicide in 2025 the highest number recorded in the last five years. The Commission observed that the report, if true, raised serious issues of violation of the right to life of personnel serving in the largest Central Armed Police Force and issued notices to the Home Secretary and the CRPF DG seeking a detailed report. Media reports have indicated that 281 CRPF personnel died by suicide in the last five years, of whom approximately 216 were on duty. The yearly figures were 57 in 2021, 43 in 2022, 57 in 2023, 46 in 2024 and 59 in 2025.
Delhi Air Quality Hits Worst Level in 287 Days
Delhi last recorded a higher AQI on January 20 this year, when the index stood at 378.
Old voters can file Form 6 if names missing in draft SIR rolls; no prosecution: EC
New Delhi, Nov 3: The Election Commission on Tuesday allayed fears of voters whose names are missing from draft SIR rolls, saying they can submit Form 6 for fresh inclusion even if they were enrolled previously. The clarification came amid concerns that Form 6 carries a declaration that the applicant is seeking inclusion for the [] The post Old voters can file Form 6 if names missing in draft SIR rolls; no prosecution: EC first appeared on Highland Post .
Delhi-NCR states lag in meeting pollution control targets
AAP flays BJP for blaming Punjab's farmers for Delhi's pollution
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 3 (IANS) Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Baltej Pannu on Tuesday targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for blaming Punjab's farmers for Delhi's pollution while conveniently ignoring the substantial efforts made by the Bhagwant Mann-led government and farmers to manage paddy stubble. Taking a direct aim at the Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Media In-charge Pannu said that BJP leaders are making Punjab's farmers scapegoats instead of addressing the multiple sources of pollution in the national capital. Pointing out that Parliament's data recorded an 80 per cent decline in stubble-burning incidents in Punjab last year and that the state government has deployed more than 21,000 Crop Residue Management (CRM) machines, the AAP leader challenged the Delhi Minister and other BJP leaders to visit Punjab and witness the ground reality instead of spreading propaganda. He also reminded the Centre that it had refused to share the financial burden of stubble management despite the state government's offer, asserting that BJP leaders must answer for Delhi's pollution instead of shifting the blame onto Punjab's farmers. Even before the paddy harvesting season had properly begun, certain leaders had started running a campaign to defame Punjab for Delhi's pollution. How can smoke from Punjab supposedly cross Haryana and reach Delhi through some imaginary pipeline so quickly? BJP leaders are conveniently ignoring the multiple sources of pollution in the national capital. Several reports and even discussions in Parliament have established that stubble burning is not the only cause of Delhi's pollution, he said. Citing the Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's statement in Parliament, Pannu added, Stubble-burning incidents in Punjab declined by 80 per cent last year due to improved management and sustained efforts. The Bhagwant Mann government has further strengthened these efforts this year, with more than 21,000 Crop Residue Management (CRM) machines purchased for stubble management. These include 14,274 Super Seeders, which have emerged as the most popular machines among farmers, along with Mulchers, MB Ploughs and Baling Machines. Punjab ranks among the leading states in the country in the use of agricultural machinery. He said that farmers are increasingly taking advantage of government subsidies ranging from 50 to 80 per cent to purchase these machines. Many farmers and private operators are also renting out machinery, making it accessible to more cultivators. Across major highways connecting Zirakpur to Bathinda, Chandigarh to Ludhiana, Mohali to Sirhind and on the Amritsar highway, large quantities of paddy stubble can be seen collected and compressed into bales. These bales are being transported to industries and used as raw material rather than being burnt in fields, Pannu said. He also asked that why is Haryana, despite having fewer stubble-management machines than Punjab, not being subjected to the same scrutiny? Travelling from Punjab to Delhi takes at least four to five hours by road. The simplistic claim that smoke from Punjab directly reaches Delhi is an attempt to mislead people rather than an evidence-based explanation, he added.
An Instagram reel showing the facilities inside the Vande Bharat Sleeper train has crossed 2 million views. Shared by @vlogwithprateek_, the video offers a glimpse of the onboard meals, bedding arrangements and sleeper coach interiors during a Varanasi-New Delhi journey. The new service connects the two cities via Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh and Ghaziabad.
Sirsa accuses Punjab govt of fudging stubble-fire data
HC sets aside CIC ruling on disclosure of reserved verdicts
IIT-Kharagpur alumnus, ex-SSB officer: Who is suspended Delhi ACP Manasvi Vashistha
Drone show, bhajan clubbing in 2-day Delhi govt Diwali celebration
DMRC sees rise of 8.3 lakh passenger boardings after curbs on vehicles
INS Sudarshini returns to Kochi after 10-month Lokayan 26 voyage spanning 22,000 nautical miles
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Indian Navy on Tuesday said it welcomed its sail training ship INS Sudarshini back to Kochi after the successful completion of Lokayan 26, a 10-month transoceanic voyage covering over 22,000 nautical miles, 17 ports and 11 countries. Indian Navy proudly welcomed INS Sudarshini to Kochi on 02 Nov 26, following the successful culmination of Lokayan26 - a 10-month transoceanic voyage covering over 22,000 nautical miles, 17 ports across 11 countries and two transatlantic crossings, the Indian Navy posted on X. The Flag-in Ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command. VAdm Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command, presided over the Flag-in Ceremony and commended the crew for their exemplary seamanship, endurance and contribution to maritime diplomacy and strengthening international naval partnerships, the Navy said. The Ministry of Defence had said on Monday that the homecoming was marked by a water cannon salute and a ceremonial welcome by the Naval Band. Lokayan 26 was flagged off from Kochi on 20 Jan 2026. The landmark voyage witnessed 17 distinct port calls in 11 countries, spanning Asia, Europe, Africa and North America. The deployment included two transatlantic crossings and extensive sailing passages through diverse maritime environments, providing invaluable exposure to the challenges of long-distance ocean sailing, the ministry had said in a statement. Last month, INS Sudarshini had departed Omans Salalah after a four-day visit from October 14 to 17. The ship had made its first Atlantic crossing and reached Antigua on May 27 after a 19-day passage from Cape Verde. The major highlights of the deployment were the ships participation in the Escale Ste maritime heritage festival in France and SAIL 250 and the International Naval Review as part of the commemorative events in the United States. Amid challenging weather and sea conditions, the transatlantic passage, covering 2,200 nautical miles over 19 days, marked the longest distance covered exclusively under sail, the ministry had said. In September, the ship had arrived at Alexandria in Egypt on September 23 for its second visit to the port, as part of its outreach to partner navies during the deployment. Lokayan 26 also provided an extensive platform for international maritime engagement. Professional interactions, training exchanges and cross-training activities with the Royal Moroccan Navy, Portuguese Navy, Italian Navy, Egyptian Navy and Spanish Navy were among the major highlights. These engagements furthered maritime cooperation and built bridges of friendship with the respective maritime forces and navies, the statement had said. The ministry had said the deployment reflected Indias maritime vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions), while remaining focused on its core objective of sail training for young officer trainees.
Jairam Ramesh calls ECIs Form-6 clarification word games; demands halt to SIR
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday sharply criticised the Election Commission of Indias latest clarification on Form-6, terming it another set of word games that clarify nothing and expose how poorly designed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is. In a post on X, Ramesh said each damage-control attempt by the ECI only highlights the flaws in the SIR exercise. He pointed out that Form-6 clearly asks applicants whether they are applying for inclusion for the first time. According to him, the ECIs clarification that voters seeking re-inclusion during SIR can also be treated as first-time applicants is a deceptive word game aimed at covering up a flawed process that forces voters to make a false declaration. Ramesh further alleged that after asking voters to sign such a declaration, the Commission is now offering them protection from legal consequences after the fact. This, he said, shows how poorly thought through the entire SIR process has been. The Congress leader noted that the Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra had written to the ECI arguing that Form-6 cannot be used in this manner. He also referred to an ongoing case before the Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court, where the court has questioned the logic put forward by the ECI, particularly as it leaves out absent and shifted voters. Ramesh asserted that the ECI cannot address the real problem that the SIR is designed for exclusion. It deletes voters first, and then asks them to apply for re-inclusion as new voters, he said. He maintained that no amount of damage control can fix this fundamentally flawed process and demanded that the Special Intensive Revision be stopped. The remarks come after the Election Commission issued a clarification stating that previous electors whose names do not appear in the draft electoral rolls can submit Form-6 without fear of prosecution under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950. The Commission had said that such submission is for inclusion under the SIR process and is not false merely because the elector was previously enrolled. Rameshs statement reflects the Oppositions continued criticism of the ongoing SIR exercise across several states.
Spanish police open investigation into death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Spanish police have launched an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter following the death of CD Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, who died after suffering serious injuries in an on-field collision with an opposing goalkeeper during a Spanish second-division match. The 30-year-old striker suffered head and chest injuries after colliding with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during the closing stages of Monday's match at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez. He was immediately attended to by medical personnel before being taken to hospital. According to ESPN, Spain's National Police confirmed on Tuesday that an investigation had been opened into the circumstances surrounding the incident, with prosecutors also expected to be involved in the proceedings. De Miguel was admitted to the intensive care unit at the University Hospital of Nuestra Senora de Candelaria after the collision. He reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch but was resuscitated by medical personnel. His condition was initially described as stable but serious before deteriorating neurologically on Tuesday morning. He passed away at 8 am local time. The match was abandoned following the incident, while Andorra goalkeeper Owono was shown a straight red card by the referee. Andorra, owned by former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique, expressed its condolences following the Tenerife forward's death. We wish to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jesus de Miguel, to all his colleagues and friends, and to CD Tenerife. May he rest in peace, the club said in a statement. UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin also expressed his grief over the player's death, saying the governing body stood with his family, teammates and everyone associated with Tenerife. We are heartbroken by the death of Jesus de Miguel Alameda. We have searched for words and found only silence. In that silence, our hearts and thoughts are with his family, his teammates, everyone at CD Tenerife, and all those who mourn this tragic loss, Ceferin said. UEFA has announced that a moment of silence will be observed in memory of Jesus de Miguel at all its matches this week. De Miguel had played for several clubs in Spain's lower divisions before helping Tenerife secure promotion to the Segunda Division last season.
Weeks before expiry of Ganga Water Treaty, MEA says structured mechanism remains in place for pact
MEA official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterates that India has invited the Bangladesh Prime Minister to visit New Delhi but that there is neither any update on the treatys renewal nor on the dates for the trip
Court seeks police response to sacked JNU profs pre-arrest bail plea
Siachen Pullout Plan Exposed: How India Dodged Military Blunder In 2012 As China, Pak Ties Deepened
India once came close to giving up its advantage on the worlds highest battlefield. The 2012 Siachen proposal envisaged phased withdrawal, removal of military equipment and a post-withdrawal monitoring mechanism. But the real dispute was authentication. New Delhi wanted existing positions recorded and accepted before any pullout. Islamabad resisted. India knew that ambiguity could create another Kargil-style crisis. Today, Chinas infrastructure expansion near the Shaksgam Valley and joint exercises with Pakistan have changed the regional equation. Siachen now sits inside a wider ChinaPakistan strategic theatre. India did not vacate the Saltoro Ridge. That choice preserved surveillance, military leverage and a vital barrier against coordinated pressure.
Severe traffic congestion brought major corridors across central, south, and north Delhi to a near standstill on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, leaving commuters stranded for hours during peak movement. The Delhi Traffic Police attributed the widespread gridlock to a combination of heavy festive season shopping crowds, key vehicle breakdowns, and ongoing winter pollution border enforcement. [] The post Delhi Traffic At A Standstill: Festive Rush, Vehicle Breakdowns, and BS-VI Border Curbs Cause Severe Peak-Hour Gridlock appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Krishi Bhawan mosque incompatible with secular character of govt property: Centre to HC
Congress questions SIR over BJP
New Delhi: Telangana Congress vice president Kota Neelima on Tuesday, November 3, termed the BJPs new campaign as an attempt to hide the serious discrepancies in the special intensive revision (SIR) and brand citizens as anti-national who raised questions about the exercise. Referring to the Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy campaign launched by Union Home Minister 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 .
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 3 (IANS) The remark by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on crime and law and order in the state has triggered a political controversy after he appeared to confuse the Hindi word 'apradh' (crime) with its English equivalent while addressing an event in New Delhi. Speaking at the event, which was also attended by the Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, CM Choudhary said, The very concept of 'apradh' (crime) has ceased to exist here. There might be 'crime', but there is no 'apradh'and no criminals (Apradhi). The statement has since gone viral on social media, with users trolling the Chief Minister over his choice of words. Bihar's Leader of the Opposition (LoP) and Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav launched a sharp attack on Samrat Choudhary, sharing a video of his remarks on social media. In a post on social media platform X, Tejashwi Yadav said, In Bihar, there can be 'crime', but no 'apradh'! Addressing fellow countrymen, the Bihar LoP alleged that the person making such claims was facing allegations in seven murder cases and had been handpicked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the post of Chief Minister. He also questioned whether the IAS and IPS officers seated on the stage alongside CM Choudhary felt honoured or humiliated to work with him. Taking a swipe at the Prime Minister, Tejashwi Yadav asked whether PM Modi had taken a 'supari' (contract) to ensure Bihar's destruction at the hands of Samrat Choudhary. Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) spokesperson Ejaz Ahmed also criticised the Chief Minister, saying that 'apradh' was simply the Hindi word for 'crime' and that Choudhary should have consulted officials before making such a statement if he was unsure about its meaning. Ahmed alleged that the remark reflected a lack of basic understanding among those occupying positions of power in Bihar. He also accused the state government of shielding criminal elements in the past and claimed that those who once provided protection to criminals were now themselves involved in criminal activities. Referring to Tuesday's incident at Babu Barhi in Madhubani, where a police officer allegedly opened fire on civilians, Ahmed termed it an example of state-sponsored violence and accused the state government of directly engaging in acts that amounted to crime. Meanwhile, the controversy over Samrat Choudhary's remarks has continued to gain traction on social media, where users have been sharing the video and making sarcastic comments about his statement. The controversy unfolded against the backdrop of a major infrastructure initiative announced in the presence of Samrat Choudhary and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. An agreement titled 'Nadi Sanjeevani' (River Rejuvenation) was signed in New Delhi between the Bihar government and the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. Under the initiative, scientifically extracted silt from Bihar's rivers will be utilised in the construction of national highways. In the first phase, around 24.3 million cubic metres of silt will be used in 16 road projects. A further proposal envisages utilising around 83.5 million cubic metres of silt for 27 future projects. The initiative is expected to reduce road construction costs, improve the water-carrying capacity of rivers and help mitigate flood risks in the state. The Chief Minister said that systematic management and utilisation of river silt could play an important role in addressing Bihar's recurring flood problem.
Ranji: Ayush Doseja admits second-season blues after hitting season's first fifty
A year on from a prolific 949-run season, Ayush Doseja has faced outside noise and a string of unfortunate dismissals in the Ranji Trophy. The Delhi batter insists his confidence remains intact, credits the Bengal attack for a valuable challenge and believes patience, consistency and an attacking style will help him convert starts into big scores and push towards India A.
10 stations in severe zone as Delhi AQI hits 350; 219 farm fires detected across 6 states
Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress Suspends Officials for Missing Vote Theft Rally
The Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress has suspended several officials for not attending the Vote Theft Rally in Delhi, citing disciplinary violations. Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress Suspends Officials for Missing Vote Theft Rally
CBI arrests two in Rs 10.24 crore PNB fraud case in Greater Noida (Lead)
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a Punjab National Bank (PNB) office assistant and a private individual in connection with an alleged fraud involving unauthorised withdrawals of 10.24 crore from customer accounts at the banks Sector Pi branch in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The arrests of the staff, namely Ms Deepanshi, an office assistant and Ashutosh Kumar Pathak (a private person) and an unknown person were made on Tuesday as part of an ongoing investigation into the high-value banking fraud. According to a CBI press release, the agency arrested the office assistant/sub-staff member posted at the PNB Sector Pi branch and a private person allegedly involved in the conspiracy. The case was registered by the CBI on October 29, 2026, following a complaint alleging that funds were siphoned off through unauthorised debit transactions carried out from multiple customer accounts. The agency alleged that the bank employee acted in connivance with the private individual and other unidentified persons. The fraud first came to light after a customer reported suspicious debit transactions from her account to bank authorities. An internal inquiry by PNB reportedly revealed unauthorised debits amounting to 10.24 crore from various savings and fixed deposit accounts. The bank has stated that a reconciliation exercise is underway to ascertain the exact extent of the loss. Earlier, the CBI had registered an FIR against the accused under provisions related to criminal conspiracy, breach of trust, cheating, falsification of accounts, and other offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Prevention of Corruption Act and Information Technology Act. The agency's preliminary findings suggested misuse of banking credentials, manipulation of customer account details, alteration of fixed deposit records and diversion of customer funds through beneficiary accounts. Reports indicate that the accused office assistant allegedly misused login credentials of other bank officials to carry out unauthorised transactions and route funds through multiple accounts. The private individual arrested in the case has been identified as a key beneficiary of the alleged fraud. The CBI said it has obtained transit remand for the private accused from the Special Court for CBI Cases in Pune, Maharashtra. Further investigation is underway to identify the involvement of other persons and trace the flow of funds.
IIT Delhi Research Associate (Applied Mechanics) Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), Industrial Research & Development Unit, has released the official notification for the post of Research Associate. The last date to send the application by email is 16 November 2026. Further details are available at ird.iitd.ac.in.
Illegal Firecrackers Worth Kilograms Seized In Gurugram
Gurugram police seized over 580 kilograms of illegal firecrackers in the Badshahpur area ahead of Diwali. A joint team conducted a raid on Monday evening, arresting one man, Rajkumar, for allegedly selling the crackers. An FIR has been registered, and further investigation is underway regarding the source of the crackers, as the sale and storage of traditional firecrackers are banned in Delhi-NCR due to air pollution concerns.
Delhi Police approves 225 appointments on compassionate grounds
Amid dipping AQI, NaMo Bharat to run 20 additional trips on Delhi-Meerut corridor
The initiative aims to encourage commuters to use public transport instead of private vehicles to help reduce road traffic and pollution. Passengers can also benefit from metro and railway connectivity, parking facilities and the live parking tracking feature on the Namo Bharat Connect app.
Jantar Mantar is a road, not a site, says Delhi Police chief
In an affidavit in the Supreme Court, Delhi Police Commissioner says none can insist on a right to protest only at a specific site and the State has power to change venue
Woman Alleges Police Sexual Assault, Court Orders Probe
A Delhi court has directed the Parliament Street police station to file an action-taken report on a woman's plea alleging sexual assault by a police officer and others during an October 3 protest. The court also ordered the preservation of CCTV footage and other digital evidence related to the incident, with a compliance report due within a week and the ATR by December 1.
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is likely to double parking charges at around 400 surface parking lots from Wednesday under GRAP-II pollution-control measures. The proposal is awaiting clearance from the civic body's law department and the competent authority. Currently, MCD charges Rs 20 per hour for four-wheelers and Rs 10 for two-wheelers.
FIR sought against AISA chief Neha Bora over remarks linking temple priests to rape
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) A Supreme Court lawyer has approached the Delhi Police seeking registration of an FIR against All India Students' Association (AISA) national president Neha Bora over her alleged remarks linking temple priests to sexual offences against women. In her complaint to the Station House Officer of the Cyber Police Station, New Delhi district, advocate-on-record (AoR) Amita Sachdeva sought action under Section 196 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and other applicable provisions of law, claiming that the statements could promote enmity between different groups and disturb public tranquillity. Sachdeva contended that a video featuring Bora had been widely circulated on social media platforms and reported by multiple news outlets, in which she made sweeping statements attributing sexual offences against women to temple priests. In the video, Bora is purportedly heard saying: Brahmin mahilayein sadkon par chalte hue bhi surakshit nahi hain. Unke saath rape hota hai. Mandiron mein pujari bhi rape karte hain. Unnao aur Kathua mein aisi ghatnayein hum dekh chuke hain. (Brahmin women are unsafe even while walking on the streets. They are raped, and even priests in temples commit rape. We have witnessed such incidents in places like Unnao and Kathua.) The video also carries an overlay reading: PUJARI RAPES WOMEN INSIDE TEMPLES. The complainant contended that the statements made a generalised attribution of sexual offences to an entire category of persons and linked them to a particular social order. Sexual offences are criminal acts that must be investigated and prosecuted strictly under the law wherever they occur. However, publicly attributing such crimes in a blanket manner to an entire category of persons, and disseminating the same widely, is capable of promoting disharmony, enmity, hatred or ill-will between different groups of citizens, the complaint stated. It further claimed that the statements were prejudicial to the maintenance of public tranquillity and order, adding that their wide electronic circulation had generated public reaction. The lawyer submitted that the matter was being raised purely as a law and order issue concerning public tranquillity and was not framed as a grievance of, or on behalf of, any particular community. Sachdeva urged the police to register an FIR against Bora and any other persons whose involvement may emerge during the investigation. She also sought a thorough probe into the statements, their intent, electronic records, circulation and alleged impact on public order.
From Korean fiction to Ambedkar, National Book Trust report maps Gen Z reading habits
NBT report based on sample survey of visitors to Delhi book fair, of which 40% were college students; best-sellers included global fiction, self-help titles, Hindi classics; regional language literature suffers from publisher availability constraints
Indo-Pacific Nations Collaborate on Maritime Security in New Delhi
Countries like France, Indonesia, and Japan discuss maritime security and scientific cooperation at a conference in New Delhi. Indo-Pacific Nations Collaborate on Maritime Security in New Delhi
VETO Brings the Iconic India vs. Pakistan Rivalry to Your Screens
New Delhi: VETO, Indias family-first, subscription-free OTT platform, has secured the streaming rights to the SAFF Championship 2026, adding another international sporting tournament to its growing live sports portfolio. Scheduled to take place from November 5 to 17, the tournament will feature six South Asian nations, with the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan fixture scheduled for []
New Delhi: Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, is enabling Jupiter Hospitals to strengthen its healthcare infrastructure through connected building technologies that improve operational visibility, patient comfort and energy performance. Through the deployment of EcoStruxure Building Operation and SpaceLogic thermostats, Jupiter Hospitals is achieving energy savings of up to 28% while advancing smarter hospital []
OBSESS Raises Angel Funding to Build India
New Delhi: Delhi NCR-based fitness and sports technology company OBSESS has raised angel funding to build a unified digital ecosystem for Indias fitness and sports industry. As fitness becomes an increasingly important part of everyday life, consumers are looking beyond gym memberships to include sports, personal training, nutrition, recovery and wellness in their routines. Yet []
IND vs SL 1st ODI: Pollution, outfield revamp likely to push game out of Delhi
With pollution at its peak in November and December, the Delhi and District Cricket Association has requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to move the match out of Delhi, following the outfield work which is underway at the Feroz Shah Kotla
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Discusses High Court Relocation with Union Minister in New Delhi
Chief Minister Dhami meets Union Minister to discuss relocating Uttarakhand High Court to Haldwani and related land transfer. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Discusses High Court Relocation with Union Minister in New Delhi
DTU alumnus posed as staffer in admission fraud, 3 held
Delhi Health Minister Orders Increased Inspections After Destruction of 4,500 Kg of Unsafe Food
Delhis health minister emphasizes food safety as 4,500 kg of unsafe food is destroyed in two months, urging continuous inspections. Delhi Health Minister Orders Increased Inspections After Destruction of 4,500 Kg of Unsafe Food
Delhi SIR: Aadhaar alone not enough, BLOs asked to seek citizenship proof from voters
Regarding those electors flagged for no mapping notices, several BLOs claim that Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) were directing them to revisit voters and seek additional documents to establish that they were not Bangladeshi or Rohingya
Rajasthan Chief Minister Criticizes Congress for Dynastic Politics and Cultural Insensitivity
CM Bhajanlal Sharma criticizes Congress for dynastic politics and undermining Indias cultural heritage during a media briefing in Delhi. Rajasthan Chief Minister Criticizes Congress for Dynastic Politics and Cultural Insensitivity
Delhi Police chief says Jantar Mantar a road, not a site
In an affidavit in SC, he says none can insist on a right to protest only at a specific site; the state has the power to change the venue
Self-reliance means technological sovereignty, not just indigenous manufacturing: Rajnath Singh
Addressing the third Delhi Defence Dialogue, the Defence Minister described defence reforms, Aatmanirbharta, international collaborations and exports as four interconnected pillars of Indias strategic autonomy, and said production had reached a record 1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26 with exports at 38,424 crore
Self-reliance means technological sovereignty, not just indigenous manufacturing: Rajnath Singh
Addressing the third Delhi Defence Dialogue, the Defence Minister described defence reforms, Aatmanirbharta, international collaborations and exports as four interconnected pillars of Indias strategic autonomy, and said production had reached a record 1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26 with exports at 38,424 crore
Ranji Trophy: Delhi rides on Doseja and Mathurs gritty partnership to nose ahead of Services
The sixth-wicket partnership between the two left-handers, worth 144 runs, takes their side to 299 for six at close of play 33 runs ahead of the opponent
Terror funding case: Er Rashid influenced witnesses; doesn't deserve bail, NIA to Delhi HC
New Delhi, Nov 3: The National Investigation Agency on Tuesday opposed a plea by Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh alias Engineer Rashid in the Delhi High Court for bail in a terror funding case, alleging that he has influenced some of the prosecution witnesses. The probe agency contended that two of the prosecution witnesses, who are also protected witnesses, have turned hostile. The submissions were made before a bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Vikas Mahajan, which reserved its order on the bail plea. Senior advocate Sidharth Luthra, representing the National Investigation Agency (NIA), said the testimony of the witnesses, examined so far, would show that three particular witnesses have been influenced by Rashid. He contended that at least two protected witnesses have turned hostile. Luthra submitted that Rashid has given specific speeches against India and has been supporting anti-India activities. In view of the influence that the appellant (Rashid) wields, he does not deserve to be granted bail, he contended while giving details of bail orders passed against Rashid. He added that when Rashid was granted bail to meet his ailing father, he met certain witnesses. In his rejoinder submissions, Rashid's counsel said the argument that Rashid influenced witnesses is completely untenable as during most of the period he was in custody. The witnesses who Rashid is alleged to have influenced are extremely closely attached to him; that is, one is a driver and two others are personal assistants and they have been continuously working for Rashid for years, the counsel said. He added that the appellant is a member of Parliament and has sworn his allegiance to the Constitution of India, and therefore this is a fit case for grant of bail. The court had earlier noted that Rashid has been in custody for almost seven years and there are a total of 240 witnesses in the case and the trial would take a long time to conclude. The court was hearing arguments on Rashids plea seeking bail in the terror case lodged under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Rashid was earlier granted interim bail to attend the ceremonies related to his fathers demise. He faces allegations that he funded separatists and terror groups in Jammu and Kashmir. He has been lodged in Delhi's Tihar Jail since 2019 after the NIA arrested him in the 2017 case. After he was named in a chargesheet in October 2019, a special NIA court framed charges against Rashid and others in March 2022 under sections 120B (criminal conspiracy), 121 (waging war against the government), and 124A (sedition) of the Indian Penal Code and under relevant provisions of the stringent UAPA.
22 Protesters Face FIR After Delhi Detention
Delhi Police have registered an FIR against 22 individuals who were detained during a protest march from Ramlila Maidan towards Jantar Mantar. The protesters, associated with the Disha Students' Organisation and the Revolutionary Workers' Party of India, were intercepted on Sunday and released early Monday morning. Charges include disobeying orders and assaulting public servants.
Air India weighs Mumbai shift for Europe, US flights as airspace curbs bite
The airline plans to expand its Asian network through Delhi and explore Bengaluru as a third hub as mounting losses sharpen its focus on costs.
Delhi HC reserves order on bail plea of Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh in NIA case
Delhi HC reserves order on bail plea of Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh in NIA case
Air Pollution Alert: Delhi's AQI At 'Hazardous' 341; Kolkata Breathing In 'Unhealthy' Zone
Check the latest AQI readings and air quality categories for six Indian cities.
The Election Commission of India has clarified procedures for voters missing from draft electoral rolls. Voters can submit Form 6 to seek inclusion in final rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision. This submission will not be considered a false declaration if certain conditions are met. The clarification follows a recent Delhi High Court order concerning voter enrollment.
