CBSE class 10, 12 board exams to begin on Feb 16
New Delhi, Nov 6 : The CBSE class 10 and 12 board examinations will begin on February 16, 2027, the board announced on Friday. The Class 10 exams will conclude on March 9, while those for Class 12 will end on April 9. In Class X, students will appear in 83 subjects and in Class [] The post CBSE class 10, 12 board exams to begin on Feb 16 appeared first on Northlines .
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Armwrestling: India ends first-ever home World Championship with 59 medals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) India ended the first-ever home Armwrestling World Championship in style, finishing with 59 medals at the 47th World Armwrestling & 28th World Para Armwrestling Championship 2026 in New Delhi on Friday. Hosted in India for the first time, the Championship brought more than 1,700 athletes, officials and supporters from over 60 countries to New Delhi. Russia finished as overall champions, with Kazakhstan second and Turkey third. Six athletes won senior gold on both arms: Melek Celik and Esra Kiraz (Turkiye), Ulbossyn Elmurat and Yerdualet Nurmakhan (Kazakhstan), and Irina Driaeva and Tengizi Natsvlishvili (Georgia). India finished with 59 medals (9 gold, 19 silver, 31 bronze), with the Para athletes contributing 26 medals (2 gold, 10 silver, 14 bronze) to the tally, which placed the country at fifth on the para medal table. Sub-junior, junior and youth athletes added 20 medals (3 gold, 8 silver, 9 bronze), and masters and grand masters won 12 (4 gold, 1 silver, 7 bronze). India won one bronze in the senior category. Jincymol Sebastian won Grand Master Women 80 kg on both arms. Yogesh Choudhary and Shoukath VT each took Right-arm gold and Left-arm bronze. In the senior finals, Madhura K N won bronze in Women 70 kg Right. The closing ceremony on Friday was held at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel in East Delhi and was attended by H.E. Nstor Gabriel Baltodano Vargas, Ambassador of the Republic of Costa Rica; H.E. Sena Latif, Ambassador of Romania to India; and H.E. Vakhtang Jaoshvili, Ambassador of Georgia to India. The Championship, which ran from October 29 to November 6, 2026, was hosted by the Peoples Armwrestling Federation of India (PAFI) under the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF). Charles Osei Asibey, President, Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA) and Vice President, World Armwrestling Federation (WAF), said, India has set a new standard as a host. The organisation, the hospitality and the passion of the crowd made this a Championship every continent will remember. Preeti Jhangiani, President, PAFI, Vice President, AAF and Co-founder, Pro Panja League, said, We welcomed the worlds strongest arms to India, and tonight we say goodbye as one armwrestling family. Our athletes made the country proud on home soil. This World Championship belongs to every Indian athlete, coach and official who believed in this sport. Parvinn Dabass, Co-founder, Pro Panja League, said, Our athletes have shown the world what Indian armwrestling can do on the biggest stage, in front of a home crowd. Hosting a World Championship was a dream for Panja in India; now it is a benchmark we will keep building on. The World Armwrestling Championship moves to Canada next year. In India, the Pro Panja League Poonawalla Gold Edition II follows in Pune on November 28, 2026, featuring World Championship medallists Yogesh Choudhary, Harkomal Singh Gill and Aabhas Rana.
The struggle for justice is indivisible
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ED Chargesheets Raheja Developers, Promoters In Homebuyer Fraud Case
According to the ED, the money laundering case stems from FIRs registered by the Economic Offences Wing of Delhi Police and Gurugram Police following complaints from homebuyers.
47.6 lakh deleted voters to get second verification opportunity
In a landmark domestic cricket update, 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed as Bihars captain for their opening two matches of the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2026. Sooryavanshi will lead the state side in Indore against Saurashtra on 14 November and Railways on 16 November. The decision comes after regular skipper [] The post Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Opener; Nitish Rana Dropped from Delhi Squad appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
60 YC leaders suspended for skipping Rahul's Ramlila rally
Sixty Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress leaders have been suspended for failing to attend a Rahul Gandhi rally in New Delhi on November 1. The decision has caused significant discontent within the state unit, with affected leaders claiming personal emergencies prevented their attendance and alleging the action was unilateral and undemocratic, providing ammunition for the BJP.
Minister says mobile phone exchange near Kumaraswamys Delhi residence will be investigated
HC revives plea to make three key roads in Chandni Chowk vending-free
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Tripura: Pradyot Debbarma signals land notification, expects Centre to resume Tiprasa Accord talks
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: Implementation of the land-related provisions of the Tiprasa Accord could move forward within days, with Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma indicating that a government notification on the issue may be issued shortly and that the Centre is preparing to resume consultations with the party in New Delhi. Debbarma, who [] The post Tripura: Pradyot Debbarma signals land notification, expects Centre to resume Tiprasa Accord talks appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Punjabi Aa Gaye Grammy Oye: Diljit Dosanjh Set To Make Latin Grammys Debut
New Delhi: Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh is set to perform at the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. The Latin Recording Academy confirmed that the singer will share the stage with Karol G and Bizarrap at the ceremony. The 27th Latin Grammy Awards will take place on November 12 in Las Vegas. Reacting to the announcement, Diljits []
'High-Tech City' and 'Medi-City' should become hallmarks of a 'New Jaipur': Raj CM
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 6 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Friday that Jaipur's development must be planned keeping in view both present requirements and future needs. The state government aims to transform Jaipur into an exemplary model of urban development through the expansion, modernisation and systematic development of its infrastructure. The Chief Minister was chairing a review meeting on the functioning of the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) on Friday. He emphasised the need for a comprehensive and effective action plan to ensure smooth traffic movement amid the growing vehicular pressure in the city. He directed officials to prepare a plan for seamless traffic flow, including making key intersections along Jawaharlal Nehru Marg signal-free. He stressed that traffic management measures must also prioritise pedestrian safety and ensure adequate parking facilities. The Chief Secretary V. Srinivas and concerned departmental officials were instructed to conduct on-site inspections to assess the situation and identify necessary interventions. Reviewing the proposed 'High-Tech City' project, the Chief Minister said that Jaipur's proximity to Delhi, coupled with the significant presence of the Rajasthani diaspora across India and around the world, offers immense opportunities for development and investment. Keeping these prospects in mind, he suggested developing a 'High-Tech City' equipped with modern technology, advanced infrastructure and world-class amenities. Reviewing the 'Medi-City' project, Chief Minister Sharma emphasised the need to incorporate modern medical infrastructure and world-class healthcare facilities. He said that both 'High-Tech City' and 'Medi-City' should be developed as landmark projects that define the identity of a 'New Jaipur'. During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that all development projects are completed within their stipulated timelines. He instructed that clear timelines be established for every project and that progress be regularly monitored. He added that unnecessary delays, negligence or laxity in project execution would not be tolerated at any level. Strict action must be taken against officers and personnel found responsible for such lapses, he said. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary V. Srinivas, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Akhil Arora, Additional Chief Secretary of Urban Development and Housing, Alok Gupta, Principal Secretary (Finance) Vaibhav Galriya, Jaipur Development Authority Commissioner Siddharth Mahajan, and other departmental officials.
He is absolutely right...: Haryana CM Saini backs Rahul Gandhi's 'alcohol' remark on Bhagwant Mann
Chandigarh [India], November 6 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said the 'alcohol' remark made by Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi about Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is absolutely true. Addressing a press conference, CM Saini said, He is completely right about that. Rahul Gandhi and Mann Sahab used to sit together (in Lok Sabha) as they were part of the INDI alliance. This MP from Chandigarh was Kirron Kher.. She stood up like this to protest and asked them to change her seat, saying, 'I can't sit here, I have to sit over there, he added. Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab over the drug menace, questioning its commitment to tackling substance abuse and alleging that the state was being governed from Delhi. Addressing the 'Insaaf Rally' in Sangrur, Rahul Gandhi said that the AAP government had come to power on the promise of eradicat...
Traders take a hit as fire casts shadow on Dhanteras biz
Chandigarh [India], November 6 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said the 'alcohol' remark made by Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi about Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is absolutely true. Addressing a press conference, CM Saini said, He is completely right about that. Rahul Gandhi and Mann Sahab used to sit together (in Lok Sabha) as they were part of the INDI alliance. This MP from Chandigarh was Kirron Kher.. She stood up like this to protest and asked them to change her seat, saying, 'I can't sit here, I have to sit over there, he added. Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab over the drug menace, questioning its commitment to tackling substance abuse and alleging that the state was being governed from Delhi. Addressing the 'Insaaf Rally' in Sangrur, Rahul Gandhi said that the AAP government had come to power on the promise of eradicat...
Aastha Kunj Gangrape: Delhi Police Ready With Chargesheet
Delhi Police is set to file a comprehensive chargesheet exceeding 500 pages within a week in the Aastha Kunj Park gangrape case involving a 17-year-old girl. The chargesheet relies on extensive evidence including time-stamped CCTV footage, forensic reports, witness statements, and a test identification parade to build a strong case against the three accused.
Khalid Jamil names 23-player squad for New Zealand friendlies
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Khalid Jamil, head coach of the Indian men's national football team, named a 23-player squad for the two friendlies against New Zealand during the November FIFA International Match Window on Friday. The Blue Tigers will face All Whites on November 12 at the Go Media Stadium in Auckland at 11:30 IST, and on November 15 at the One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch at 08:30 IST. The 23-player squad includes three players who were named in Naushad Moosa's SAFF Championship 2026 squad Bijoy Varghese, Muhammad Suhail and Liston Colaco. They will not continue in the tournament in Dhaka and will instead link up with Jamil's squad heading to New Zealand. Meanwhile, Farukh Choudhary, Noufal P. N. and Hmingthanmawia Ralte have been released from the SAFF Championship squad and will return to their club, Mumbai City FC. Further, Ronney Kharbudon will not travel to Dhaka due to an injury. The New Zealand-bound Blue Tigers' squad will assemble in Bengaluru on Saturday and will have a training session on Sunday before departing for Auckland later in the night. Head coach Khalid Jamil said, New Zealand are also a World Cup-playing nation and a strong opponent, and these two matches will be a good test for us away from home. We want to prepare well, play with discipline and use this opportunity to improve as a team. India's 23-player squad for FIFA men's international friendlies: Goalkeepers: Hrithik Tiwari, Som Kumar, Vishal Kaith. Defenders: Abhishek Singh Tekcham, Akash Mishra, Bijoy Varghese, Jay Gupta, Mehtab Singh, Pramveer, Ricky Meetei Haobam, Roshan Singh Naorem. Midfielders: Anirudh Thapa, Ashique Kuruniyan, Jithin MS, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Tomba Singh Haobam. Forwards: David Lalhlansanga, Edmund Lalrindika, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Muhammad Suhail, Ryan Williams. Head Coach: Khalid Jamil India's schedule in New Zealand: November 12: New Zealand vs India (Go Media Stadium, Auckland) 11:30 IST November 15: New Zealand vs India (One New Zealand Stadium, Christchurch) 08:30 IST
Stopgap Pollution Curbs Have Failed: SC
Supreme Court seeks immediate and long-term solutions as Delhis AQI nears 400 and GRAP-III restrictions kick in
Drone show, Maha Aarti mark Delhi govts Jagmag Diwali
Delhis north east District Election Officer (DEO) Ajay Kumar told The Hindu that they have verified the news report independently and found 36 of the 37 Form 7s to be false/fabricated
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'Al-Qaeda Vs Ku Klux Klan': Abhijit Iyer-Mitra On India's U.S Tightrope After Trump's Midterm Rout
Trumps midterm rout has transformed Americas political battlefield - and created a difficult new balancing act for India. In this episode of 'Why Should You Care?', Abhijit Iyer-Mitra uses a provocative Al-Qaeda versus Ku Klux Klan analogy to describe what he sees as the competing forces now shaping Washington: a Congress controlled by Democrats and a weakened Trump presidency. What does Trumps defeat mean for India and the world? Can New Delhi use the growing divide between the White House and Congress to protect its interests? Abhijit also decodes the fierce Indian Twitter reaction to the midterms - from the right-wing celebrations of Trumps defeat to claims that Trump now, Modi next.
Jemimah Hits 47-ball Ton As Mumbai Top Group D, Advance In Senior Womens T20 Super League
Gujarat College Cricket Ground: Jemimah Rodrigues smashed a 47-ball 107 as Mumbai thrashed Pondicherry by 83 runs to take the top spot in Group D of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy on net run rate and book their place in the Super League. Mumbai and Delhi both finished the league stage with 20 points, but Mumbais superior net run rate put them on top. Delhi, who beat Jharkhand by six wickets, have also made it to the next round. Jemimah was at her attacking best against Pondicherry. She hit 16 fours and two sixes in her knock, which powered Mumbai to 213/2 after they batted first. Humairaa Kaazi gave her solid support with 82 off 57 balls, including hitting 13 fours. Pondicherry were never in the hunt and finished 83 runs short. The margin of victory proved important, as the group was decided on net run rate. The eight teams in the Super League have been split into two groups. Karnataka, Baroda, Vidarbha and Delhi make up Group A, while defending champions Maharashtra, Andhra, Railways and Mumbai are in Group B. All the Super League matches will be played in Ahmedabad -- at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A and Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, from November 14 to 18. The matches in Ahmedabad will start at 9 am, 11 am, 1.30 pm and 4.30 pm across the two venues. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Delhi will face Vidarbha in their opening game on November 14, followed by taking on Baroda and Karnataka on November 16 and 18, respectively. Teams in the Super League will be ranked on points. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Old Delhi building collapse: Rescue operations enter Day 2
New Delhi: Rescue operations at the site of a three-storey building collapse in Old Delhis congested Chawri Bazar area are still underway 32 hours after the incident that left two people dead and several trapped, officials said. The building, located in Gali Sitara near the Chawri Bazar Metro Station, collapsed around 9.45 am on Thursday, 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 .
Maiden BIMSTEC maritime exercise culminates in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The maiden Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Maritime Security Exercise culminated at Sri Vijaya Puram in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands following harbour and sea-phase operations, with naval ships from India, Myanmar and Sri Lanka taking part, the Ministry of Defence said on Friday. The maiden BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise culminated successfully at Sri Vijaya Puram on November 3, following a series of engagements and coordinated maritime activities conducted from October 30 to November 3 under the aegis of the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC), India's only Operational Quad Service Command, led by Vice-Admiral Vineet McCarty, Commander-in-Chief of Andaman and Nicobar Command, the Ministry said in a statement. The maiden BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise culminated at Sri Vijaya Puram following harbour and sea-phase operations and diplomatic engagements. The exercise underscored the shared commitment of all stakeholders to maritime security and stability across the Bay of Bengal, the Ministry said on social media platform X. The exercise saw the participation of Indian Naval Ships INS Taragiri, INS Karmuk and INS Saryu, Myanmar Navy Ship UMS King Aung Zeya and Sri Lanka Navy Ship SLNS Gajabahu. The exercise brought together senior dignitaries and distinguished representatives, including Indra Mani Pandey, BIMSTEC Secretary General; Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (Retd), National Maritime Security Coordinator; Rear Admiral Kyaw Kyaw Htoo, Commander of Myanmar Navy's Central Naval Command; Air Vice Marshal MDR Prasad (Retd.), Director (Monitoring and Evaluation) of Sri Lanka's Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation; and Captain Mohammad Monzurul Islam, Commanding Officer of Bangladesh's BNS Prottoy, the statement said. The exercise is among the key initiatives announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand last year. The harbour phase at Sri Vijaya Puram featured high-level engagements, professional interactions and cultural exchanges, providing opportunities for participating delegations to deepen institutional ties and strengthen bonds of friendship. The subsequent sea phase, conducted off Sri Vijaya Puram from November 2 to 3, involved coordinated maritime deployments and collaborative operational activities, underscoring the collective commitment of BIMSTEC member states towards a secure and stable maritime environment, the Ministry said. The successful culmination of the maiden exercise marks an important step towards institutionalising greater maritime engagement among BIMSTEC member states, the statement added. BIMSTEC is a regional organisation comprising Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Bikram Majithia likens PCS exam row to NEET irregularities, appeals CJP, Cong and BJP to unite
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 6 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia on Friday drew similarities between the alleged irregularities in the Punjab Civil Services (PCS) Mains 2025 examination and the NEET 2026 exam, while appealing the Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) to unite against it. The results of the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) Main Examination were declared on November 4, with candidates alleging irregularities, fraud, and corruption soon after the announcement. Speaking to IANS, Majithia said: Today I will appeal to everyoneCongress, BJP, and CJP... if NEET was a rallying point at Jantar Mantar, this PCS recruitment should become a rallying point in Punjab. He added that whether it is Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) or anyone else, no one has the right to leave out deserving candidates and give important government posts to undeserving ones, especially because they are meant to shape the direction and condition of Punjab in the coming times. In an apparent reference to AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal, Majithia said: People sitting in Delhi cannot engage in Punjab's recruitment process because it is a matter related to the state. However, the SAD leader clarified that doubts should not be placed on all those who passed the examination. Citing the concerns of the candidates who raised allegations over the exam results, Majithia said: Some of them are gold medalists, some don't even have parents, how much struggle they might have gone through, how they showed courage, and now they are sharing that there was no transparency in this exam. He claimed that there have been nine to ten recruitment examinations under the AAP-led Punjab government which have been either stayed by the court, or a Vigilance Enquiry has been called into or the examination got cancelled because of paper leak, cheating or cancellation. Reiterating the students' demand for a CBI enquiry into the PCS exam, the SAD leader said: If irregularities take place even in the recruitment of Gazetted officers, then it needs a CBI enquiry...we will soon approach the High Court. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), on Thursday, also alleged irregularities and corruption in the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) Main Examination, accusing the AAP government of running a paper leak mafia under the directions of party chief Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
Patil, Sisodia, Pandey Return As Karnataka Name Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Sharad Pawar BKC Academy Ground: Batters Rohan Patil, Luvnith Sisodia and Manish Pandey have returned to Karnatakas squad for the first three matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026/27, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) announced on Friday. Smaran R. will captain the side after returning from New Zealand, where hes with the India A red-ball team. Senior players Mayank Agarwal and Shreyas Gopal, who led Karnataka to victories in their last two Ranji Trophy matches as stand-in captain, have been left out. Both struggled in last seasons Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy -- Mayank scored 135 runs in seven games, while Shreyas made just 25 runs and took five wickets with his leg-spin. Pandey, who was named among the probables, returns to the senior side after two years. Patil and Sisodia make a return to the team after last playing T20 games for them in 2022. The tournament is a big opportunity for Manvanth Kumar L, who had a satisfactory outing in the first leg of the Ranji Trophy hitting two centuries and picking a three-for. A strong show in the shortest format could also put him in contention for an IPL contract after being a part of Delhi Capitals in the 2025 season. Karnatakas batting looks strong on paper, with Karun Nair, Abhinav Manohar and Smaran adding further depth. With so much firepower, the side will hope to do better this season. The bowling, however, is likely to decide how far Karnataka goes in the competition. Pacers Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty will lead the seam attack. Spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal will share the spin-bowling duties with leg-spinner Pravin Dubey. In Elite Group A, Karnataka will first take on Bengal on November 14, before facing Uttar Pradesh (November 16), Mizoram (November 18) and Jharkhand (November 20) at the Wankhede Stadium. Their remaining group games are against Chandigarh (November 22), Rajasthan (November 24) and Baroda (November 26) at the Sharad Pawar BKC Academy Ground. The bowling, however, is likely to decide how far Karnataka goes in the competition. Pacers Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty will lead the seam attack. Spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal will share the spin-bowling duties with leg-spinner Pravin Dubey. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Ishant returns for Delhi, Shami named in Bengal squad
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Ishant returns for Delhi, Shami named in Bengal squad
Delhi HC exempts NCR-based lawyers, court staff from BS-VI vehicle restrictions on court days
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has granted relief to advocates and court staff residing in the National Capital Region (NCR), allowing them to enter the city in vehicles that do not comply with BS-VI emission standards on days when courts are functioning. A single-judge Bench of Justice Amit Mahajan passed the order while considering a plea filed by the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) seeking exemption for advocates residing in neighbouring areas, including Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, and Ghaziabad, from the restrictions imposed on the entry of non-BS-VI-compliant vehicles into the national capital. Senior advocate N. Hariharan, appearing for the DHCBA, submitted that advocates and court employees form an integral part of the judicial system and should be permitted to travel to Delhi in their vehicles to attend court proceedings and discharge their professional responsibilities. He argued that restricting their entry would adversely affect the functioning of courts and the administration of justice, as advocates are required to remain present during court proceedings, and their inability to reach court when their matters are taken up could prejudice the litigants they represent. Hariharan submitted that the notification itself empowers the Environment Department to grant specific exemptions to other categories of vehicles, enabling the authorities to consider relief for advocates travelling to Delhi for professional purposes. The development comes amid restrictions imposed by the Delhi government on the entry of vehicles registered outside the national capital that do not meet BS-VI emission standards, as part of measures to combat rising pollution levels during the winter season. The restrictions, which came into effect on November 1, will remain in force until January 31, 2027. Under the norms, petrol and diesel vehicles registered outside Delhi and conforming to BS-IV or older emission standards are barred from entering the national capital. However, the restrictions have exempted BS-VI compliant vehicles, as well as those running on CNG and electricity, besides ambulances, fire tenders, police vehicles and other notified categories. Earlier, the Delhi High Court had issued notice on a separate petition challenging the restrictions but declined to grant an interim stay on their implementation. The plea had questioned the differential treatment of vehicles registered in Delhi and those registered in neighbouring states, arguing that similarly placed vehicles were being treated differently merely on the basis of their place of registration. According to estimates from the Transport Department, more than 10 lakh vehicles across Delhi-NCR, including Noida, Greater Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad and Ghaziabad, do not meet BS-VI emission standards.
Massive fire at Kia showroom in Delhi leaves seven injured; around 20 rescued
Six vehicles were impacted by the blaze, the cause of which is yet to be ascertained. The fire has since been brought under control, and a search operation was underway inside the building to rule out further casualties
Eight-Year Manhunt Ends: Drug Smuggler Darbara Singh Apprehended
Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested Darbara Singh alias Billa, a 56-year-old alleged drug smuggler, in Patiala, Punjab. Singh had been absconding for eight years after jumping interim bail in a 2017 heroin seizure case and was declared a Proclaimed Offender in 2018. He was traced through surveillance after frequently changing hideouts and identities, revealing a criminal history in narcotics spanning nearly three decades.
Nitish Rana Dropped From Delhi Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Former captain Nitish Rana was on Friday dropped from Delhi's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beginning on November 14.
Twenty years after its launch in India, Bigg Boss continues to draw audiences, with its latest season achieving a new viewership milestone. Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 has crossed 100 crore hours of watch time on JioHotstar in under 60 days, making it the fastest season in the franchise's history to reach the mark. The season, which premiered in September, had earlier recorded the biggest opening day ever for a reality show on JioHotstar. The latest milestone further reflects the show's continued reach and audience engagement, two decades after it first introduced the reality television format to Indian viewers. The show's engagement figures also indicate that audiences are participating beyond watching episodes. More than 350 crore votes have been cast this season, marking a 71% increase compared to the previous season. The number of fans participating in voting has also grown by 48%. Additionally, viewers have created over three times as many memes as last season, while participation in Jeeto, the show's interactive play-along game, has more than doubled. The show's reach extends beyond India as well. Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 has consistently featured among JioHotstar's top five titles in the UK, Canada and Singapore since its premiere. In the UAE, the show currently ranks No. 1 on STARZPLAY and has remained among the platform's top 10 titles since its streaming debut. Speaking about the milestone, host Salman Khan said, Bigg Boss ka asli game sirf ghar ke andar nahi, ghar ke bahar bhi chalta hai, jahaan audience har moment se judi rehti hai. Reaching 100 crore watch-time hours on JioHotstar is a testament to the incredible love and connection our viewers share with the show. Every season brings something new, but what remains constant is the excitement and enthusiasm of our audience. This milestone belongs to each one of you. Thank you for being such an important part of the Bigg Boss journey! Alok Jain, Head Hindi & English Entertainment Business (Streaming, TV & Studios), JioStar, also spoke about the achievement and the show's growing digital audience. He said, 100 crore hours is a moment of real pride for all of us. Thats more than an hour of Bigg Boss for every person in the Hindi-speaking market, on digital alone, before you even count television. We are excited to have crossed 100 crore hours on JioHotstar with nearly half the season still to go. Its heartening to see viewers embrace a season we have shaped around what they love most about the show. Bigg Boss has always been made for every Indian, and today it is watched from the biggest metros to the smallest villages. This season, we gave our audience even more ways to be part of it: they dont just watch the house, they help run it, voting, polling and debating as the drama unfolds. Our heartfelt thanks go to every viewer who has made the show their own, Deepak Dhar, Founder and Group CEO, Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, added, Reaching 100 crore watch-time hours is a moment were deeply grateful for. Every one of those hours is a testament to the love and appreciation of a viewer who chose to spend their time inside the Bigg Boss house, and we dont take that for granted. For over two decades, this show has grown because the audience has made it their own. The way our audience engages with the show is a testament to how Bigg Boss has defined unscripted content in India, and that is what makes us want to make it bigger, better and bolder with every season. To our viewers, thank you for your love and loyalty. To Salman Khan, our partners at JioStar, and the entire Endemol Shine India team, thank you for the passion and hard work that goes into making the show every day. Were proud of this milestone, and we promise to keep working to give you more reasons to tune in. In India, the show's viewership spans major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad, along with Lucknow, Surat, Jaipur and Nagpur. The latest season has also attracted younger audiences, with Gen Z accounting for 45% of its total watch time. Meanwhile, connected TV viewership has continued to grow, indicating increased family viewing on larger screens. The season has also secured partnerships with 24 sponsors across multiple categories, including FMCG, e-commerce, beauty and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, real estate, consumer electronics, kitchen and home appliances, and on-demand home services. Currently available in six languages, Bigg Boss remains JioHotstar's biggest entertainment franchise and a key part of JioStar's Always On Unscripted offering. Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 streams 24x7 on JioHotstar. The format is owned by Banijay Entertainment and produced by Endemol Shine India. Also Read : Bigg Boss 20: Yung DSA ADMITS cheating on girlfriend 10 times, fears losing her
India, Canada race to speed up free trade pact ahead of Modis visit next month
Canadian Minister expected in Delhi next week with trade team for the sixth negotiating round to narrow gaps
EC Gives Second Chance to Left-Out Voters in Draft SIR Rolls Across Delhi, Maharashtra, and 5 States
In a major voter outreach initiative, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday, November 6, 2026, issued directives granting a fresh opportunity to electors across seven states whose names were excluded from the draft rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The order applies to electors in Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, [] The post EC Gives Second Chance to Left-Out Voters in Draft SIR Rolls Across Delhi, Maharashtra, and 5 States appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Fit-again Harshit to play one game for Delhi in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Moscow International Game Week Discusses Cooperation with India and Emerging Market Trends
New Delhi [India], November 6: Dev Mukesh, founder of Indian company Banzan, took part in the second Moscow International Game Week. He spoke about changes in India's games market and opportunities for cooperation with Russian companies, including co-publishing and adapting games, talent development and investment.
Ktaka: Youth Congress suspends six office-bearers over Delhi rally absence
Digital Desk | Haveri, Nov 6 (IANS) Six office-bearers of the Karnataka Pradesh Youth Congress (KPYCC), including Darshan Kumar Lamani, son of Minister for Sugar and Textiles and Haveri District In-charge Minister Rudrappa Lamani, have been suspended with immediate effect for remaining absent from party programmes held in Delhi. The national leadership of the Indian Youth Congress issued the suspension order on Friday, taking serious note of their repeated absence from organisational activities, including the Congress protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the 'Sansad Chalo' programme organised in Delhi. The six office-bearers will remain under suspension until further orders. The leadership reportedly took the decision after observing that they had repeatedly failed to attend programmes and fulfil the responsibilities assigned to them. Those suspended include state secretaries Abdul Aziz, Suraj Avati, Pawan Salian and Abhishek C.; Haveri District Youth Congress president Darshan Kumar Lamani and Karwar District Youth Congress president Subrahmanya Sirsikar. Darshan Kumar Lamani was elected as the Haveri District Congress unit president through an organisational election. However, the party leadership took note of his failure to discharge the responsibilities entrusted to him and initiated disciplinary action. The suspension order was issued by KPYCC president Manjunath H.S., National Secretary and KPYCC co-in-charge Tarika Bhagwana, and Srinivas Rathod. The suspended office-bearers have been allowed to present their explanations before the party forum. It may be recalled that in November 2020, Darshan Lamani was detained and arrested by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) police in Goa along with two others, Hemanth Kumar and Suneesh, in connection with a synthetic drugs and darknet peddling case. His father, Rudrappa Manappa Lamani, represents the Haveri Assembly constituency, reserved for Scheduled Castes, in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. He was elected unopposed as Deputy Speaker of the Assembly in July 2023 and has served in the post since then. He was inducted as the Minister for Textiles and Muzrai in the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government between 2016-18.
India orders Delhi schools to offer online classes as air quality worsens ahead of Diwali
India ordered schools in and around Delhi to offer online classes, and encouraged people to work from home and postpone
Quad advances shared priorities, expands regional engagement in 2026
Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) The Quads engagements in 2026 reflected a more substantive approach and a greater clarity on its role in the Indo-Pacific. Through three separate foreign ministers meetings in New Delhi, Manila and Atlanta, the grouping has sharpened its common priorities, translated commitments into concrete action and expanded its engagement, a report has stated. It noted that the Quad foreign ministers held their third meeting of the year last week on the margins of the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in Atlanta, following their earlier engagements in New Delhi in May and Manila in July. Despite these regular interactions, attention has largely remained focused on the long-delayed Quad Leaders Summit, which is expected to be held in Manila later this month, a report in online magazine 'The Diplomat' highlighted. The summit has been the focus of much debate since the 2025 Quad Leaders summit, which was scheduled to be hosted by New Delhi, fell through. The leaders convening is understandably much awaited since it would be the first since U.S. President Donald Trumps return to the White House. Moreover, it could put to rest some of the ever-growing speculation on the Quads future amid cascading geopolitical conflicts, energy and tech supply constraints, and conjecture over an emergent G3 model (China, Russia, and the U.S.) of managing spheres of influence, the report mentioned. However, even without a leaders summit, 2026 has been significant for the Quad. Three foreign minister-level convenings resulted in the finalization of joint priorities, announcements being put into action, and the broadening of engagement touch-points, it added. The report noted that the year 2026 has brought greater clarity to the Quads role in the Indo-Pacific. Alongside its clearer position against economic coercion, the groupings decision to describe its members as ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partners marks an important development. In July 2026, at their meeting in Manila, the Quad nations declared their support for the practical implementation of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP) through shared priorities of maritime and transnational security, economic prosperity and security, critical and emerging technologies, and humanitarian assistance and emergency response, it stated. The joint statement issued after the Quad meeting in Atlanta also provided updates on several emerging initiatives discussed during the May 2026 meeting in New Delhi. These included the second Quad-at-Sea Ship Observer mission, held in September 2026, and the second Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN) Tabletop Exercise (TTX), hosted by Japans Ministry of Defence during the same month, The Diplomat mentioned.
Delhi AQI At 373 As GRAP 3 Curbs Kick In; Mumbai, Kolkata Record Unhealthy Air Quality
From Delhi's AQI of 275 to Bengaluru's 60, here's how air quality compares across six Indian cities.
Delhi HC upholds interim protection for BharatPes shareholder rights, dismisses Unity Banks appeal
The court has now, on two occasions, declined to let the bank and its promoter proceed on reserved matters without the prior written consent of RIPL, as the Shareholders Agreement (SHA) requires.
Zomato Limitless Delivery launched in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata and 4 other cities: How it works?
Zomato, a popular food delivery app, just launched Limitless Delivery in major Indian cities like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, and a few others. This new feature will enable the customers to let you order food from restaurants as far as 40 kilometres away, as long as they are in the same city. Basically, customers will no longer be stuck with whatever is close by, where customers could reach out their favourite restaurants that might have been out of range before.
Nora Fatehi records statement in Delhi Rs 200 crore extortion case
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Massive fire at south Delhi Kia showroom leaves seven injured, 15 rescued
A significant fire erupted at a Kia car showroom in South Delhi's Saidulajab area, injuring seven individuals. Emergency services swiftly mobilized to control the situation and coordinate rescue operations. Approximately 15 people were rescued from the building's roof and rear, with several suffering from smoke inhalation. The injuries of those hospitalized are reportedly stable, and no fatalities have been confirmed.
Delhi court rejects plea to register FIR against CM Rekha Gupta
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Govt launches Semicon 2.0 portal, clears 12 more electronics component projects worth Rs 7,503 crore
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday launched the Semicon 2.0 web application portal under the Semicon India Programme and announced the approval of 12 new applications under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), marking another push to strengthen India's semiconductor and electronics manufacturing capabilities. The launch follows the Union Cabinet's approval of Semicon 2.0 with a fiscal outlay of Rs 1.27 lakh crore under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). The next phase of the programme is focused on six strategic pillars, including chip design, semiconductor equipment and materials, fabrication units, ATMP/OSAT facilities, research and development, and talent development. With the launch of the portal, applications have gone live for Pillars 2, 3 and 4, which focus on machines and materials, new semiconductor fabrication facilities, and further strengthening of the assembly, testing, marking and packaging ecosystem. Highlighting the progress made under the first phase of the programme, the government said 12 semiconductor projects with cumulative investments exceeding Rs 1.64 lakh crore have been approved across six states, with five of them already commencing commercial production as of October 2026. The semiconductor ecosystem has also expanded through startup and academic participation. According to the government, 105 startups have received access to Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, 24 startups have been supported through funding, while 15 startups have secured venture capital investments. In addition, 332 academic institutions have been provided EDA tools under the Chips to Startup (C2S) programme, helping train around 70,000 students. Alongside the Semicon 2.0 launch, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved 12 additional projects under ECMS involving projected investments of Rs 7,503 crore. The approved projects are expected to generate production worth Rs 39,045 crore and create 7,127 direct jobs. The latest approvals come after clearance of 106 applications involving investments of Rs 69,548 crore announced earlier under the scheme. The newly approved projects span components, supply chain products and capital goods. They include manufacturing of multilayer printed circuit boards, relays, heat sinks and specialty ceramics, as well as key supply-chain products such as copper foil, anode material, cathode active material, polypropylene film and camera rims. The projects are spread across Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, expanding the geographical footprint of India's electronics component manufacturing sector. The government said the approvals include first-time support under ECMS for copper foil, cathode active material and specialty ceramics, broadening the range of electronics components and upstream materials being produced domestically. Speaking at the event, Vaishnaw said India's electronics manufacturing industry has moved beyond basic assembly operations and is increasingly building capabilities across modules, components, materials and advanced technologies. He noted that the country is developing strengths in areas such as battery cells, copper foils, copper-clad laminates and advanced printed circuit boards, while government schemes are creating opportunities for MSMEs.
Nora Fatehi tells Delhi Court she's in India on T-Series employment visa
Nora Fatehi recently appeared before Delhis Rouse Avenue Court on Friday as a witness in the Sukesh Chandrashekhar Rs 200 crore extortion case. During her appearance, she told the court that she was in India on a T-series work visa
Ishant Sharma Picked, Nitish Rana Left Out Of Delhis Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Veteran fast bowler Ishant Sharma has been named in Delhis 16-member squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, while experienced left-handed batter Nitish Rana has been left out, said the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) on Friday. The squad was picked at a meeting of the senior mens selection committee held at the DDCA premises on Friday afternoon. Selectors K. Bhaskar Pillai, Manu Nayar and Praveen Gupta were present, along with head coach Vijay Dahiya, Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) chairman Sarandeep Singh and DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma. Ishants selection is a clear sign that the senior right-arm pacer, who has played more than 100 Tests, is keen to carry on playing domestic white-ball cricket for Delhi. His experience should also be valuable for fellow fast bowlers Mayank Yadav, Harshit Rana, and Simarjeet Singh. IANS understands that Rana might play one game for Delhi in order to see if hes fully fit after undergoing extensive rehab at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Rana has been named in the India A squad for the Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup, to be played in the 50-over format from November 19 to 29 in Doha, Qatar. Rana has not played any cricket since a hamstring injury sustained in the third T20I against England, which ruled him out of the series. He was a conditional pick for the T20Is against Afghanistan and the Asian Games, but Rana suffered a left quadriceps strain during a match simulation at the CoE on September 7, which in turn extended his rehab period. Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni will lead Delhi in the tournament and will open their Elite Group B campaign against Jammu and Kashmir in Indore on November 14. Badoni ended the first phase of the Ranji Trophy as the second-highest run-scorer with 559 runs in four games, coming at an average of 111.8, including hitting 210 not out and 217 against Gujarat and Jharkhand, respectively. The spin options include leg-spinner Suyash Sharma and mystery spinner Digvesh Rathi, while Mayank Rawat and Keshav Dabas are the all-rounders. In the batting department, Badoni will be joined by opener Priyansh Arya, former India U-19 captain Yash Dhull, Himmat Singh, Sarthak Ranjan and Ayush Doseja. Anuj Rawat and Tejasvi are the two wicketkeepers in the side. After the opening game, Delhi will face Punjab on November 16, before taking on Bihar (November 18), Saurashtra (November 20), Haryana (November 22), Tamil Nadu (November 24) and Railways (November 26). Delhi won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy only once in the 2017/18 season under Pradeep Sangwans leadership. The spin options include leg-spinner Suyash Sharma and mystery spinner Digvesh Rathi, while Mayank Rawat and Keshav Dabas are the all-rounders. In the batting department, Badoni will be joined by opener Priyansh Arya, former India U-19 captain Yash Dhull, Himmat Singh, Sarthak Ranjan and Ayush Doseja. Anuj Rawat and Tejasvi are the two wicketkeepers in the side. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Three major fires hit Delhis commercial hubs ahead of Deepavali; fire service on high alert
Blazes in Karol Bagh, Gandhi Nagar and Saket highlight firefighting challenges in congested markets; 325 fire vehicles in operation and 3,000 personnel on duty over the festival weekend, with no leave or weekly offs permitted
Massive Fire At Kia Showroom In Delhi. 2 Injured, Several Cars Damaged
The fire has been brought under control, and firefighters, along with police personnel, remain present at the scene.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Bihar are in Group B alongside Delhi, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Railways, Saurashtra and Tamil Nadu
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 6 (IANS) Karnataka has sought around Rs 22,000 crore in drought relief from the Centre under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines against an estimated crop loss of Rs 62,000 crore, Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara said on Friday. Addressing the media near his residence here, Parameshwara, who is also the Revenue Minister, said the state government had submitted three memorandums to the Union government and sought appointments with the Prime Minister, Union Home Minister and Union Agriculture Minister to explain the drought situation. If appointments are granted, we will meet them with an all-party delegation. Otherwise, we will go under the leadership of the Chief Minister and submit our request, he said. The state had calculated its eligible relief requirement under NDRF norms, as the entire estimated loss could not be sought from the Centre, he added. Parameshwara said the government had released Rs 1,250 crore towards the first instalment of drought relief of Rs 2,500 per farmer through Direct Benefit Transfer. More than three lakh farmers in Yadgir district had reportedly received the assistance. Following an increase in the relief amount under Central guidelines, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar had agreed to provide an additional Rs 2,500 per farmer. The additional assistance, requiring another Rs 1,250 crore, would be released within one week to 15 days, taking the total relief to Rs 5,000 per farmer, he said. The government had also allocated Rs 1 crore to each Assembly constituency and Rs 4 crore to Rs 5 crore to districts for drinking water arrangements and other essential works. On the proposed meeting with the Prime Minister, Parameshwara said the government had sought a separate appointment to discuss Karnataka's issues. The delegation would meet him in Delhi or Mysuru, depending on where an appointment was granted. Defending the government's decisions on recent increases in transport fares and milk and curd prices, he said all sections of society had to be considered while managing the state's finances. He cited the needs of drought-hit farmers, sugarcane growers, and government employees receiving Dearness Allowance. Responding to the BJP's criticism of the fare hike, he said rising petrol and diesel prices had also increased transport and agricultural costs. Fuel prices had been increased around 14 times since the BJP came to power at the Centre, he claimed, adding that farmers depended on diesel for tractors and other agricultural activities. He said the state's revenue position was better than last year, with good collections from commercial taxes, excise, and stamp and registration charges, and that government decisions were taken after assessing available resources.
Delhi HC exempts lawyers, court staff in NCR from ban on non-BS VI vehicles
The Delhi High Court on Friday said lawyers and court staff would be exempted from the travel restriction imposed on non-Delhi-registered pre-BS-VI vehicles by the city administration. Justice Amit Mahajan passed the order on a petition by the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA). The judge said the exemption would be applicable on court working days. Citing pollution concerns, the Delhi government had, on June 23, decided to ban the entry of all outside motor vehicles that do not meet BS-VI emission standards into the capital from November 1 to January 31. DHCBA's petition sought directions seeking exemption for vehicles lawfully used by advocates residing in the NCR and travelling to Delhi for bona fide professional duties. The DHCBA president, senior advocate N Hariharan, submitted that a large number of advocates travelled to courts in Delhi from NCR regions, which includes Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida and Ghaziabad, for performing judicial functions, and therefore, thei
Second Chance For Voters Left Out Of Draft SIR Rolls In Delhi, Six Other States
The Election Commission has directed officials to provide fresh enumeration forms to such electors and make efforts to contact them through Booth Level Officers (BLOs), including house-to-house visits, WhatsApp, e-mail, SMS.
Maiden course at RMSCE concludes with participants from 10 countries
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The maiden short course at the Regional Maritime Security Centre of Excellence (RMSCE) under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI) concluded at the National Maritime Foundation (NMF) in New Delhi with participants from 10 partner countries, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday. The maiden short course at the Regional Maritime Security Centre of Excellence (RMSCE) under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI) was concluded on 05 November 2026 at the National Maritime Foundation(NMF), New Delhi, the MEA posted on X. The participants were from Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and Thailand. Participants from 10 partner countries engaged in discussions on Maritime Domain Awareness, Ocean Governance, PIML and Combined Operations. RMSCE participants also got a chance to visit the Information Fusion Centre- IOR (IFC-IOR) and were briefed on IFC-IORs operational capabilities and its role in information sharing on incidents at sea, the MEA said. The centre has been set up by India and the United Kingdom under the Maritime Security pillar of the IPOI. The RMSCE is a key initiative under the Maritime Security Pillar of IPOI. The centre is jointly instituted by India and the United Kingdom for regional capacity building and advancing cooperation in Maritime Security, it added. In August, India and the UK, during the 25th India-UK Defence Consultative Group (DCG) Meeting in New Delhi, had acknowledged the robust maritime security collaboration in the Indo-Pacific, including the establishment of the RMSCE. They acknowledged the robust maritime security collaboration in the Indo-Pacific, including establishment of the Regional Maritime Security Centre of Excellence (RMSCE) under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI), the Ministry of Defence had said in a statement. In June, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Kings College London and the National Maritime Foundation to establish the RMSCE was exchanged during the visit of UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to India. The Memorandum of Understanding between Kings College London and the National Maritime Foundation to establish the Regional Maritime Security Centre for Excellence (RMSCE), established under the Maritime Security pillar of the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI), was also exchanged during the visit, the MEA had said.
Jitin Prasada visits Hungary to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment and technology
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, and Electronics and Information Technology, Jitin Prasada, visited Hungary from November 4-6, 2026, and deepened bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, technology, innovation and industrial development, an official statement said on Friday. The statement from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said the visit reflected growing momentum in India-Hungary relations and provided an opportunity to strengthen economic and technological partnerships while supporting broader India-European Union engagement. Prasada met the Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly and discussed strengthening bilateral relations and exploring opportunities for enhanced cooperation between India and Hungary, including in the broader context of IndiaEuropean Union relations. Prasada also met the Minister of Science and Technology of Hungary and discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in emerging technologies, research and innovation. The minister also explored opportunities for greater collaboration between industries and research institutions of the two countries. Prasada visited the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE), one of Central Europes leading agricultural research and educational institutions to explore potential cooperation in agricultural research, agri-technology, innovation and sustainable agricultural practices. Prasada also visited Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading Hungarian pharmaceutical company with an established manufacturing presence in India through Richter Themis Medicare (India) Pvt. Ltd. The visit highlighted existing industrial linkages between the two countries and opportunities for further collaboration in pharmaceutical manufacturing, research and development and healthcare technologies. Prasada addressed the IndiaHungary Business Seminar in Budapest, attended by more than 100 business representatives on November 5. The minister highlighted the significant potential for expanding bilateral trade and investment and called upon Indian and Hungarian companies to explore new business opportunities, forge stronger partnerships and deepen industrial cooperation. He emphasised opportunities in emerging technologies, electronics manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, agriculture and other sectors of mutual interest. The minister also highlighted the opportunities arising from closer IndiaEuropean Union economic engagement and encouraged businesses from both countries to strengthen commercial linkages and explore new avenues for cooperation. Prasada visited Foxconns manufacturing operations in Hungary, engaged in the production of advanced data centre infrastructure, network communication equipment and AI server technologies. The visit highlighted opportunities for strengthening cooperation in electronics manufacturing, digital infrastructure and emerging technologies, including the development of resilient supply chains.
Delhi HC rejects Unity SFB appeal, protects BharatPe's shareholder rights
The Delhi High Court has upheld BharatPe's right to approve key decisions at Unity SFB, rejecting the lender's appeal in a dispute over a proposed capital increase and stake dilution.
SMAT Shocker! Nitish Rana Dropped From Delhi Squad
Former Delhi captain Nitish Rana has been dropped from the state's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which begins on November 14. The Ayush Badoni-led team will see the inclusion of India pacer Mayank Yadav, alongside Harshit Rana and Ishant Sharma. Delhi is in Elite Group B and will play their matches in Indore, starting their campaign against Jammu and Kashmir.
SC refuses to interfere with ban on non-veg food near Somnath temple
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday refused to interfere with the Gujarat High Court's interim order keeping alive a ban on the preparation, sale and storage of meat and non-vegetarian food items in areas surrounding the Somnath Temple, while asking the High Court to make an endeavour to decide the pending appeal within two months. A Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and Prasanna B. Varale passed the order while hearing a special leave petition (SLP) filed by six eateries challenging the Gujarat High Court's October 30 interim order. During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Gujarat government, defended the restrictions and said that non-vegetarian food could be served outside the prohibited areas. Taking note of the submissions, the Justice Sundresh-led bench declined to interfere with the High Court's interim order and requested it to make an endeavour to dispose of the pending appeal within two months. Before concluding the hearing, the apex court orally said that a balanced approach might be required in the matter. Probably, the authorities need to take a middle path, neither here nor there. We don't want to say anything, the Justice Sundresh-led bench remarked. The matter concerns a notification issued by the Gir Somnath District Magistrate J.N. Vaghela, on August 10, 2026, under Section 33(1)(w) of the Gujarat Police Act, 1951, imposing a ban on the preparation, sale and storage of meat, fish and other non-vegetarian dishes in specified areas around the Somnath Temple. The restrictions cover seven identified stretches, including the area from Balaka Temple to Bhidiya Circle, Bhidiya Circle to Shankh Circle, Shankh Circle to Safari Circle, and Safari Circle to Prajapati Dharamshala, besides all areas within 500 metres of the Somnath Temple. The notification followed a preliminary notification issued on July 10, 2026, inviting objections from the public within 30 days. Aggrieved by the restrictions, six restaurant operators, including Taj Restaurant, J.M. Restaurant, Hotel New Gulbani, Kismat Restaurant, Gulabi Restaurant and Khwaja Hindustani Restaurant, approached the Gujarat High Court. On October 30, a single judge allowed their petition and set aside the notification. However, the state government immediately challenged the decision before a division bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Manash Ranjan Pathak and Justice Nirzar S. Desai. Taking up the Gujarat government's appeal the same day, the division bench stayed the single judge's order and directed that the prohibition would continue until further orders. The state government had said that the restrictions were necessary in view of the large number of devotees expected to visit the Somnath Temple and adjoining religious areas during Diwali and the Gujarati New Year. Advocate General Kamal Trivedi had also submitted that allowing the preparation and sale of non-vegetarian food in the specified areas could hurt the religious sentiments of devotees and cause inconvenience, annoyance and potential risks to public safety. On the other hand, the restaurant owners contended that Section 33(1)(w) of the Gujarat Police Act did not empower the authorities to impose such a prohibition, saying that the provision dealt with the regulation of places of public amusement, entertainment or assembly. The Gujarat High Court has issued notice in the state government's appeal, with the matter scheduled to be heard on November 25 along with another pending petition involving some of the restaurant owners.
New Delhi [India], November 6 : An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck the North Pacific Ocean, off the eastern coast of the Kanto region, on Friday afternoon, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The seismic event was recorded at 4:09 PM IST on Friday, about 145 km from Choshi, Chiba, Japan. According to data released by the NCS, the earthquake originated at a relatively shallow depth of 40 kilometres beneath the surface. The epicentre of the tremor was located at latitude 35.087 N and longitude 142.254 E. EQ of M: 6.1, On: 06/11/2026 16:09:29 IST, Lat: 35.087 N, Long: 142.254 E, Depth: 40 Km, Location: North Pacific Ocean, NCS posted on X. Meanwhile, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued a tsunami forecast following the earthquake off the eastern coast of the Kanto region. While no major tsunami warning, tsunami warning, or tsunami advisory has been triggered, the JMAs forecast highlights potential minor sea-level fluctuations along the eastern Kanto coastline. Authorities do not expect destructive waves, but coastal residents and maritime operators are urged to remain attentive and follow official updates. Further details regarding potential impacts, felt intensities, or damage are currently awaited. Earlier in August, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 struck parts of the northern Japanese prefecture of Hokkaido on Sunday evening, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), making it the second quake that hit Japan today. The epicentre of the quake was recorded off Hokkaido at a depth of 40 kilometres at 10:45 pm (local time). The seismic intensity scale was 4 out of a maximum of 7, as per JMA, which said that no tsunami warning was issued. Earlier this morning, an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 hit the eastern region of the country, leaving over 40 people injured in Tokyo and neighbouring prefectures, authorities said, as per the official Kyodo News Agency. The tremor prompted a warning by the weather agency about similar quakes in the coming days. The 2:00 am (local time) quake had originated in the southern part of Ibaraki Prefecture at a depth of 68 kilometres and registered lower 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 in parts of the prefecture as well as in central Tokyo, the official media said. The morning quake was felt across a wide swath of the country, including northeastern and central Japan. The earthquake triggered delays for early morning train operations, while several services were compelled to proceed at reduced speeds, according to JR East and regional transit operators. According to the recorded parameters, the epicentre was located approximately 125 kilometres south of Obihiro and 36 kilometres south-southeast of Urakawa. Local authorities are monitoring the situation following the seismic event. Kyodo News noted that a lower 5 quake is defined by the agency as shaking that causes most people to be frightened and to hold on to something stable, while objects may fall from shelves. In the morning quake, transportation was impacted following the event. The start of some train services was delayed, while some trains ran at reduced speeds, according to JR East and other operators, as cited by Kyodo News. Furthermore, some express services operated by Tobu Railway remained halted. Following the early morning earthquake, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced that the government has established an emergency response task force at the PMO to assess the situation. (ANI)
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Citizens Demand Better Air Quality in Delhi; GRAP-3 Imposed in NCR
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The Delhi High Court has granted relief to advocates and judicial staff residing in the National Capital Region (NCR), permitting them to enter the national capital in vehicles registered outside Delhi that do not comply with BS-VI emission standards. The exemption, however, will remain restricted to court working days. Justice Amit Mahajan passed the order [] The post Delhi High Court exempts NCR-based lawyers, court staff from non-BS-VI vehicle ban on court working days appeared first on India Legal .
ED files chargesheet against Raheja Developers
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The ED filed a chargesheet under PMLA against Raheja Developers, its promoters Navin M. Raheja and Nayan N. Raheja, and 18 others for laundering homebuyers' funds of about Rs 1,353.26 crore, an official said/ The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on November 6 filed the chargesheet under Sections 44 and 45 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 before the Special Court (PMLA), Saket Courts, New Delhi. The charge sheet was filed against Raheja Developers Ltd. (RDI), its Managing Director Navin M. Raheja, Nayan N. Raheja, son of Navin M. Raheja, Nayana N. Singhania, daughter of Navin M. Raheja, Nirmal Raheja, wife of Navin M. Raheja, and 16 other persons and entities, for the offence of money laundering defined under Section 3 and punishable under Section 4 of PMLA. The ED investigation was initiated based on multiple FIRs registered by the Economic Offences Wing, Delhi Police and by the Gurugram Police against Raheja Developers Ltd. and its directors under Sections 406, 409, 420, 467, 468, 471 and 120-B of the IPC, on complaints of homebuyers who had paid for flats and commercial units in projects of the group, such as Raheja Revanta, Atlantis, Navin Minar and The Delhi Mall, but had received neither possession nor refund. The ED investigation revealed that RDL collected about Rs 2,699.13 crore from about 4,600 homebuyers and investors in its residential and commercial projects in Delhi and Gurugram on the promise of timely delivery. Instead of being used for construction, Rs 1,353.26 crore has so far been identified as proceeds of crime - Rs 1,175.86 crore taken out of the project, escrow, and RERA accounts for purposes other than construction, and Rs 177.40 crore collected from homebuyers in cash outside the registered agreements. Most projects of the group remain incomplete, the ED said. Investigation has revealed that homebuyers' money was diverted to group companies and to companies run through employees and their relatives as nominee directors, used to buy land in the names of these companies, and moved through RERA accounts of one project to another, it said. Searches under Section 17 of PMLA were conducted on June 27, 2025, at 14 premises and on April 25 at 9 premises in Delhi-NCR, linked to RDL, its promoters, employees and associated entities. Incriminating documents, digital devices, jewellery, gold coins, bullion, and foreign currency were seized, and their retention has been allowed by the Adjudicating Authority (PMLA), said the statement. The ED has provisionally attached immovable properties having book value of Rs 810.57 crore and current market value of Rs 2,399.65 crore vide Provisional Attachment Orders dated April 28 and July 30. Navin M. Raheja, Nayan N. Raheja, Nayana N. Singhania and Nirmal Raheja deliberately did not join the search proceedings and did not comply with the repeated summonses issued to them under Section 50 of PMLA, the ED said. The ED has filed an application before the Special Court, Saket, seeking issuance of non-bailable warrants against all the aforementioned four accused. The anticipatory bail application of Nayan N. Raheja was dismissed by the Ld. Special Judge (PMLA), Saket Courts on September 19 and by the High Court of Delhi on October 15. The Prosecution Complaint filed in the case arrays 21 accused: Raheja Developers Ltd Arabtec Construction (India) Pvt. Ltd., Riyasat Palaces Ltd., N.A. Buildwell Pvt. Ltd., Raheja Icon Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Standard Farms Prt. Ltd., Navin M. Raheja, Nayan N. Raheja, Yogesh Huria, Arabtec Projects (India) Pvt. Ltd., Okamura Homes Pvt. Ltd., Betterchoice Realtors Pvt. Ltd., Devasya Developers Pvt. Ltd. (formerly Next Generation Projects Pvt. Ltd.), NBSAM Construction Pvt. Itd., Golden Palms Hospitality Prt. Ltd., Meryfur Tradelinks Pvt. Ltd., Suruchi Merchants Consultants Pvt. Ltd., Puja Huria, Sangeeta Kumar, Nayana N. Singhania and Nirmal Raheja. The ED has sought confiscation of the attached properties and custody of the promoters and family members, namely Navin Raheja, Nayan N. Raheja, Nayana N. Singhania, and Nirmal Raheja, who have not joined the investigation, as and when they are apprehended.
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NHAI issues guidelines to standardise design, infrastructure for multi-lane free flow tolling
New Delhi, Nov 6: Paving way for wider adoption of barrier-less Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system across the country, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has issued guidelines to standardise design and infrastructure of toll plazas on four-lane and above National Highways. The guidelines will ensure that upcoming and ongoing National Highway projects are equipped to support MLFF based barrier-free toll collection without requiring vehicles to stop at toll booths. The initiative is aimed at eliminating traffic queues and waiting time, reducing fuel consumption at toll plazas, while making National Highway journeys safer and more seamless. The guidelines prescribe uniform requirements for toll plaza layouts, lane configuration, gantries, road infrastructure, lighting, signage and supporting facilities. It also lays down an implementation framework for upcoming and ongoing National Highway projects. Standardized design for different National Highway configurations The policy circular lays down standardised guidelines for the layout and infrastructure of Barrier-Less Toll Plazas across different configurations of National Highways. These guidelines broadly prescribe the plaza layout, number of tolling lanes, provision and placement of gantries, and associated road safety features, signage and lighting arrangements to ensure uniformity in the design and facilitate seamless implementation of barrier-less tolling across the country. With vehicles being tolled without the need to stop at physical barriers, the number of lanes required at a toll plaza has been rationalised in comparison to conventional toll plazas, facilitating more efficient utilisation of available space and improving traffic movement through the tolling zone. Implementation on National Highway projects The guidelines will apply to all future and under construction projects. Projects at the Detailed Project Report (DPR) stage will incorporate the new design in their documents, while projects already awarded or under construction will adopt the changes through applicable contractual provisions. NHAI field offices have been directed to incorporate the prescribed requirements in upcoming projects and facilitate their adoption in ongoing projects. Emphasis on safety and user convenience The policy circular emphasize the provision of adequate lighting, advance information and guidance to highway users through appropriate signage and Electronic Variable Message Signs (VMS) at toll plazas. These measures are aimed at enhancing visibility, keeping road users informed about the tolling zone and ensuring safe and smooth movement of vehicles. The guidelines also provide for construction of an administrative building-cum-operations and maintenance centre operational and maintenance infrastructure for efficient management of toll plaza operations. Earlier, NHAI released comprehensive guidelines for planning and designing of High-Speed Access controlled National Highways, other than Expressways. The guidelines aimed to bring uniformity in standards for preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of upcoming high-speed National Highway corridors to bring greater consistency in technical standards and strengthen road safety. The introduction of standardized infrastructure and design framework for MLFF toll plazas mark an important step towards creating a uniform framework for barrier-less tolling, providing seamless travel experience to National Highway users and enhancing overall efficiency of toll operations across the country.
Electors of 7 states left out of draft SIR rolls get fresh chance for inclusion in final list
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