PM Modi expresses happiness over India
Staff Reporter Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the outstanding performance of the Para-Athletes in the recently concluded Asian Para Games in Aichi Nagoya, Japan shows that India is emerging as a big power in world of sports. Interacting with the Indian contingent in New Delhi, Mr Modi said, the athletes have not only []
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Union MoS Khadse says PM Modi's interactions motivate para-athletes, inspire youth to take up sports
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interactions with the Indian para-athletes motivated them and encouraged young people across the country to take up sports, highlighting the importance of para-athletes in India's sporting journey. Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with members of India's Asian Para Games 2026 contingent at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi, congratulating the para-athletes on their historic performance in Aichi-Nagoya, where India secured fourth place with a record 114 medals. Speaking to ANI, Raksha Khadse said PM Modi's personal interactions with para-athletes motivate them and inspire young people to take up sports, adding that the government is committed to providing athletes with necessary facilities. She also expressed confidence that Indian para-athletes and other sportspersons would perform well and win medals at the Los Angeles Games, recalling India's 114-medal...
Govt relaxes passport, visa rules for foreigners living in India
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Delhi HC asks ED to respond to Al Falah University chairmans interim bail plea
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Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for
Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for skipping Delhi rally Jaipur: The Rajasthan Youth Congress has suspended 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents and 31 state-level functionaries, for failing to attend a rally organised at Delhis Ramlila Maidan. The Youth Congress had assigned all its office-bearers the responsibility of mobilising people [] The post Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for skipping Delhi rally appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
PM Modi meets NITI Aayog leadership
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'PM Modi's leadership transforming India's sports ecosystem': Sports minister Mandaviya
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday credited Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership and initiatives for transforming Indias sports ecosystem, saying the countrys rise from one gold medal at the 2010 Asian Para Games to 30 gold medals in the 2026 edition reflected the impact of the governments efforts to promote sports. Speaking after PM Modis interaction with Indias Para Asian Games contingent at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi, Mandaviya said the country had witnessed visible changes in the sports sector over the last six to seven years under the Prime Ministers leadership. In 2010, India won just one gold medal at the Asian Para Games. We had finished 15th in the standings. From there, we have now reached fourth position with 114 medals, including 30 gold. Our para-athletes have performed exceptionally well, Mandaviya told reporters after the event. Under the leadership of PM Modi, the country is changing and moving forward. A New India is being built, and the sports sector has also emerged as an important area of transformation, he added. Mandaviya credited PM Modis initiatives, including the Fit India Movement and Khelo India programme, for strengthening the countrys sporting ecosystem. He also referred to the National Sports Policy and the Sports Governance Act as important steps towards bringing reforms to the sector. To bring change in the sports sector and develop the sports ecosystem in the country, PM Modi started the Fit India Movement and the Khelo India programme. After that, he brought the Khelo Bharat Niti and the Sports Governance Act. Through the Khelo India scheme, he provided Rs 36,000 crore. He also introduced a five-year sports development plan, Mandaviya said. Mandaviya also spoke about the enthusiasm among para-athletes during their interaction with PM Modi, saying they felt equally respected and encouraged alongside other sportspersons. As you saw, all our athletes were very happy and excited. They had the feeling that para-athletes were receiving the same respect as other athletes. They were getting equal respect and equal encouragement. PM Modi was also present at the interaction with the Asian Games contingent and shared his thoughts with the para-athletes. They appreciated it immensely, Mandaviya said. Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse also credited PM Modis emphasis on promoting sports for the visible improvement in Indias performance at international competitions. I feel that ever since the Honourable Prime Minister spoke about promoting sports in the country, you can see the visible results over the last six to seven years. All of Indias athletes have been consistently performing exceptionally well across all our international events, Khadse said. In the recent Asian Games, all of our national para-athletes achieved a massive milestone. They brought home around 30 gold medals, and I believe this sends a strong message to the entire country and the world today. Our para-athletes do not just play; they serve as a powerful motivation for all the youth, she added. While President of the Paralympic Committee of India, Devendra Jhajharia also praised the Prime Minister for meeting and motivating the athletes. It is a big deal in itself that whenever athletes return with medals from major events, be it the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, Para Asian Games, or Paralympics, the Prime Minister personally welcomes them... He is a Prime Minister who has tremendously boosted the morale of the players. In his speech, the Honourable Prime Minister mentioned a wonderful thought: along with the athletes, he expressed his gratitude to the coaches and trainers who worked tirelessly for these players. He specifically highlighted coaches because training para-athletes is a major challenge, yet they provided that training along with world-class facilities, and thanks to those facilities, we won 30 gold medals and a total of 114 medals, he said.
Centre urges states to step up coal gasification, mining of critical minerals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy on Thursday highlighted the need to accelerate coal gasification for the optimum utilisation of India's abundant coal resources and flagged the strategic importance of critical minerals in the evolving global geopolitical landscape. Addressing the conference of Mining Ministers on reforms in the mines and coal sector, being held in Goa, the minister said coal gasification would unlock the economic value of domestic coal, promote industrial diversification, generate employment, and strengthen the country's long-term energy security. He urged coal-bearing states to actively facilitate investments, support infrastructure development, and accelerate project implementation to realise the sector's immense potential. Highlighting the strategic importance of critical minerals, the minister stressed the need to strengthen domestic exploration, mining, processing, refining, and recycling capabilities. He emphasised that developing a self-reliant mineral ecosystem is essential to reducing import dependence and strengthening India's strategic and economic resilience. Emphasising the transformative role of technology, Reddy called upon state governments to harness Artificial Intelligence (AI), digitalisation and advanced technological solutions across exploration, mine operations and mineral recovery. He highlighted that technology-driven practices would improve productivity, operational efficiency and sustainability in the mining and coal sectors. The minister urged states to expedite the operationalisation of auctioned mines, accelerate the auction of new blocks, expand exploration activities and adopt technology-driven practices to unlock the full potential of their mineral resources. He also highlighted how mining sector reforms have strengthened state economies, attracted investments, generated employment opportunities and enhanced revenue generation, while promoting development in mining-affected regions. Reddy called for stronger coordination between the Centre and states to unlock India's mineral and coal potential, strengthen the mining ecosystem and ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. He expressed confidence that collective efforts and a shared roadmap would take India's mining and coal sectors to new heights. Addressing the conference, Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt highlighted the significant progress made by India's coal sector and its vital role in strengthening the country's energy security and driving economic growth. He noted that domestic coal production had surpassed one billion tonnes for the second consecutive year, marking a significant achievement in India's journey towards energy self-reliance and reducing dependence on imported coal. He highlighted coal gasification as a major opportunity for value addition, industrial diversification and employment generation. Stressing the importance of technology, digitalisation, sustainable mining practices and efficient logistics, the Secretary called for stronger Centre-State collaboration to unlock the full potential of India's coal and mineral resources. The Union Ministry of Mines is organising the 4th Conference of Mining Ministers on November 5 and 6 in Goa, bringing together Mining Ministers from various states and senior officials from the Central and state governments. The conference provided an important platform for interaction and exchange of views on various aspects of the mining sector.
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IIT Guwahati researchers use Drones and AI to decode traffic patterns on Indian roads
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BJP calls Rahul Gandhi 'face of anarchy', cites Congress' fall from 1,182 to 663 MLAs
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 5 (IANS) Stepping up its offensive against the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday accused him of spreading anarchy by questioning the electoral process and claimed that his rise in the Congress has gone hand-in-hand with the party's steady decline. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh BJP President Hemant Khandelwal and party's national spokesperson Prem Shukla targeted Rahul Gandhi over the Congress' repeated electoral defeats and its allegations of irregularities in the voter lists. Khandelwal said the BJP has launched a campaign across Madhya Pradesh to save democracy and remove anarchy to counter what he described as LoP Gandhi's attempt to create instability in the country. Rahul Gandhi is working to spread anarchy across the country, Khandelwal said. Shukla, who led the attack against Congress with data, said Rahul Gandhi's political journey tells the story of the Congress' fall. Whenever Rahul Gandhi was promoted, the Congress was demoted, Shukla said. He said that when Rahul Gandhi became the Congress General Secretary in 2008, the party had 1,182 MLAs against the BJP's 889. When he (Rahul Gandhi) became the party Vice-President in 2014, the Congress tally fell to 883. When he became the party President in 2017, it further dropped to 807. In 2024, when he became Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, the party was left with 654 MLAs, Shukla claimed. According to the BJP leader, the Congress currently has 663 MLAs against the BJP's 1,819 and has lost around 60 Assembly elections. Challenging LoP Gandhi's vote theft charge, Shukla said the Congress leader has failed to produce evidence of even a single genuine case of wrongful deletion of a voter's name. Rahul Gandhi has not been able to produce even one genuine voter whose name was wrongly deleted from the electoral roll, the BJP leader added. He said the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been conducted 12 times in the country, including 10 times during Congress rule, and is aimed at removing names of deceased, duplicate and permanently shifted voters. The BJP leaders also attacked the Opposition's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, disputing its claim of a massive turnout. Shukla alleged that the rally led to closure of shops in parts of the national capital and caused losses to traders. The Congress has been accusing the Election Commission of irregularities and demanding accountability over the SIR exercise.
Campbell Returns As Forde, Jangoo, Mangru Hand Maiden West Indies Central Contracts
Cricket World Cup Qualifier: Opener John Campbell has won back a West Indies central contract for the first time since 2019, while Matthew Forde, Amir Jangoo and Mandy Mangru have been handed their maiden international retainers, as Cricket West Indies (CWI) unveiled its contracted players for the 2026/27 season on Thursday. Campbells return follows a memorable 2025/26 season. He hit his first Test hundred -- 115 against India in New Delhi -- and returned to the ODI side after a six-year gap. He marked that return by hitting 101 off 68 balls against India in Guwahati in September this year. He is joined on the list by three first-timers. Seamer Forde has taken more powerplay wickets than any other West Indies bowler in both white-ball formats over the past year -- 10 scalps in T20Is and six wickets in ODIs. Wicketkeeper-batter Jangoo struck 233 against Sri Lanka in Antigua in June. His 401-run partnership with Roston Chase in that innings is a world record for the sixth-wicket partnership in Tests. Interestingly, on the day CWI chose to announce its central contracts, Jangoo remained unbeaten on 111 on day one of the second Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet, including sharing a 131-run fourth-wicket stand with Kevin Wickham (61). On the womens side, Mandy, a member of the squad that reached the semi-finals of the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup in England, gets her first international contract. CWI director of cricket Miles Bascombe said every deal was tied to a clear goal. Every one of these contracts is tied to a job in front of us. For the men, the first job is the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup Qualifier in February, and we go there with every intention of making it through. For the women, it is the Pakistan ODIs in December, which give us the chance to earn automatic qualification for the next ICC Womens Cricket World Cup. Matthew, Amir and Mandy have earned their places in that work, and John has earned his way back, he said in a statement. In all, 15 men and 15 women have received senior retainers, and three more men have been given development contracts. All the deals run from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. The three captains, Shai Hope (ODI and T20I), Chase (Test) and Hayley Matthews, remain at the heart of the group. Keacy Carty, Chase, Justin Greaves and Jomel Warrican are entering the final year of two-year deals, as are Deandra Dottin and Chinelle Henry among the women. Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste and Vitel Lawes have been handed development contracts. All three have already represented the West Indies, and the deals are also the first international contracts for Auguste and Lawes. CWI, though, hasnt mentioned the exact retainer amount slabs, though it did say in September about implementing a 25 percent pay cut for international players as part of financial restructuring. Development contracts bring players into the international set-up, where we can support them most closely and guide their progress. They are in contention for selection now. This gives them the best environment to keep growing while they compete for places, added Bascombe. The womens team will take on Pakistan in December under interim head coach Andre Coley. CWI added that players without international contracts remain eligible for selection across all West Indies teams. The Mens Academy cohort and regional womens contracts for 2026-27 will be announced separately. Contracted players: Senior men: John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase (Test captain), Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope (ODI and T20I captain), Akeal Hosein, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican. Mens development: Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Vitel Lawes. Senior men: John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase (Test captain), Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope (ODI and T20I captain), Akeal Hosein, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Amid repeated claims on social media about friction in the ECI, the poll panel has reiterated that the SIR decisions were taken unanimously and letters written by two Election Commissioners to the Cabinet Secretary were not related to any policy matter or the IT division. The ECI has repeatedly denied the allegations that there was any disagreement within the Commission a claim made by the Opposition parties to demand the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The poll panel had clarified that the letters written to the Cabinet Secretary were related to the working of an officer on deputation to the ECI. The work re-distribution orders issued by the concerned officer were not actually implemented after the orders of the two Commissioners and the oversight over the IT division by the DEC was never actually withdrawn, the ECI had said in a statement. In an attempt to clarify that there was no reason for any disagreement within the ECI, the poll panel had maintained that the issues raised by Election Commissioners, Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, in their letters had become infructuous. The internal distribution/allocation of the work has been continuing as per the arrangement contained in the earlier Office Order dated September 23, 2025, the ECI had maintained. An Office Order came to be issued on July 28, 2026 by an IAS officer of the rank of Additional Secretary who had been posted on deputation to the Election Commission pertaining to internal work allocation. On July 29, 2026, the two Election Commissioners wrote separate letters to the Cabinet Secretary in relation to this order and the conduct of the officer. In view of the joint direction dated July 30, 2026 by the two Election Commissioners, the order of July 28, 2026 was never implemented, said the statement issued earlier by the ECI.
MSME Ministry, Samsung India join hands to boost skill development, create jobs for youth
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung India Electronics Pvt. Ltd. to promote industry-oriented skill development and expand employment and self-employment opportunities for young people. The Ministry of Micro,Small and Medium Enterprises, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung India Electronics Pvt. Ltd. in the presence of Dr. Rajneesh, Additional Secretary & Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, to promote industry-oriented skill development and enhance employment and self-employment opportunities for youth, the ministry stated. The MoU will initially be valid for 3 years and implemented at 15 MSME Technology Centres (TCs) across the country, it added. The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr. Rajneesh, Additional Secretary and Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME. Initially valid for three years, the collaboration will be implemented across 15 MSME Technology Centres (TCs) in the country. Under the partnership, industry-oriented training programmes compliant with the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) will be conducted in electronics, mobile phones, home appliances, installation, servicing and repair. The identified Technology Centres will establish state-of-the-art training facilities to deliver these programmes. Samsung will provide specialised training, Training of Trainers (ToT), technical support and continuous handholding to ensure quality training delivery. The initiative will also offer participants hands-on practical training, industry exposure, career counselling, internships and placement assistance. Successful trainees will be offered a three-month internship with a monthly stipend of Rs 12,000, disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Scholarships will also be provided to eligible women and Divyangjan trainees, while outstanding performers will receive merit-based rewards. The programme will initially target 1,600 trainees in its first year, with the number expected to increase gradually in subsequent years. The collaboration aims to create a pool of skilled and industry-ready manpower while strengthening industry-institution linkages. It is also expected to support industries and MSMEs in addressing their demand for skilled workers and enhancing technical capabilities, particularly in the electronics and home appliances service sectors.
559 runs not enough? Coach Dahiya's big challenge to Badoni
Delhi head coach Vijay Dahiya believes skipper Ayush Badoni has the ingredients for a big career but needs to raise his self-imposed standards. Badoni has responded to his India A omission with back-to-back double centuries in the Ranji Trophy. Dahiya advises Badoni to develop more patience at the crease and respect good bowling spells, rather than letting ego dictate his play.
Blinkit to start charging Rs 2,500 for non-emergency ambulance
New Delhi: Blinkit Ambulance will charge Rs 2,500 for each non-emergency case, Zomato Founder Deepinder Goyal said on Thursday, November 5, highlighting a growing share of bookings for routine medical checkups rather than emergency cases. Goyal clarified that emergency transfers will be free as always while non-emergency transfers will be charged Rs 2,500 after the 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 .
Former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) scholar Umar Khalid and student activist Sharjeel Imam, key accused in the larger conspiracy case linked to the February 2020 Delhi riots, have approached the Supreme Court seeking bail. The petitions challenge a September 30, 2026, Delhi High Court order that dismissed their bail pleas by upholding a one-year trial [] The post Delhi Riots Case: Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam Move Supreme Court for Bail as One-Year Embargo Nears Expiry appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Congress suspends 200 office-bearers for skipping INDIA bloc's Delhi rally on SIR; BJP mocks
The Indian Youth Congress on Thursday suspended 202 office-bearers across seven states for failing to attend the INDIA blocs Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao rally held at Delhis Ramlila Maidan on November 1. According to sources, disciplinary action has been taken against office-bearers in Gujarat, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand.
India-Sri Lanka ODI moved from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
If not for the renovation of the outfield at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, a major issue with hosting the game in the national capital would have been the poor air quality in the month of December
Ranji Trophy: Badoni Meant For Bigger Things But Sells Himself Very Cheap, Says Dahiya
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Delhi coach Vijay Dahiya believes captain Ayush Badoni is destined for bigger things, but feels the batting all-rounder sells himself short by not setting high enough standards. Badoni has been on a mission to bounce back from being dropped by India A by making big runs in the Ranji Trophy. He was a regular in the India A setup and had even led the side, apart from being in the senior team for the ODI series against New Zealand in January as a replacement for injured Washington Sundar. But after a poor IPL 2026 for Lucknow Super Giants, Badoni was left out of the India A series against Sri Lanka, Australia and the ongoing tour of New Zealand. With the first phase of the Ranji Trophy ending, Badoni sits 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. But Badoni managed only 7 and 17 in the drawn game against Services at Palam, with Delhi taking three points due to taking the first innings lead. Hes meant for bigger things, but he sells himself very cheap. He doesnt set the standard high enough for himself. Thats what I see in him, and Ive seen this in a lot of people who have gone on to achieve big things. Hes got all those traits too. When youre in an environment where your 100 becomes a daddy hundred, you need people to push you, Dahiya told reporters at the conclusion of the game on Thursday. Dahiya, who worked closely with Badoni at Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), also felt the batting all-rounder tends to get caught up in battles with bowlers, which in turn leads to him being unsettled when facing good balls. Sometimes, he gets affected when somebody bowls a couple of good deliveries. He needs to understand that he has to give the bowler respect as well. The bowler is doing his job. If somebody challenges you and says, Ill keep you tight, you have to respond. Its almost like a boxer. If somebody punches you once, you punch back twice. Dahiyas advice to Badoni is very simple: stay at the crease longer and see out the tough spells before going after the bowlers. I told him that he needs to spend time in the middle. You can only score runs when youre in the middle. Thats where he needs to bite the bullet and say, For the next half an hour, maybe for a session, Ill stay there. Then Ill score. It should hurt when youve captained India A, and then youre not even being talked about. But on two difficult wickets, he has scored back-to-back hundreds and a double hundred. So hes on the right path, he added. Dahiyas advice to Badoni is very simple: stay at the crease longer and see out the tough spells before going after the bowlers. I told him that he needs to spend time in the middle. You can only score runs when youre in the middle. Thats where he needs to bite the bullet and say, For the next half an hour, maybe for a session, Ill stay there. Then Ill score. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
UPSC declares civil services (main) examination 2026 results
New Delhi, Nov 5: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Thursday declared the results of the civil services (main) examination 2026, with successful candidates qualifying for the personality test. The main examination was conducted from August 21 to 30, the commission said in a statement. The civil services examination is conducted annually in three stages -- preliminary, main and interview -- to select candidates for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and Indian Police Service (IPS) and other services. Candidates declared successful in the civil services (main) examination have qualified for the personality test (interview), a statement issued by the UPSC said. They will be required to produce original certificates supporting their eligibility and reservation claims, including those related to age, educational qualifications, community, economically weaker section (EWS) and Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD), along with other documents such as the TA form, it said. The candidates have been advised to keep these documents ready for verification at the time of the interview, the commission said. The candidates seeking reservation/relaxation benefits available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-servicemen must also produce original certificate(s) issued by the closing date of the application of the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 i.e. 27.02.2026, it said. The dates of the personality tests will be announced in due course. The interviews will be held at the UPSC office at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi, the statement said. The e-summon letters for the qualified candidates will be made available on the commission's website -- upsc.gov.in and upsconline.nic.in -- in due course. Candidates unable to download their e-summon letters have been advised to immediately contact the commission through letter or its phone numbers 011- 40303444/24041001 or email csm-upsc@nic.in. No paper or physical summons letters will be issued for the personality tests by the commission, it said. No request for change in the date and time of the personality test (interview) intimated to the candidates will ordinarily be entertained, the UPSC said. The candidates are advised to regularly check the commission's website for further updates, it said. The marks sheets of all the candidates will be uploaded on the commission's website within 15 days of the declaration of the final results, following the personality tests, and will remain available for 30 days, the statement said.
A Delhi passenger who missed his Bengaluru-bound flight after alleging delays by airline staff has been awarded 71,587 by a consumer commission. The airline claimed he had arrived late for check-in but failed to produce CCTV footage or other evidence to support its position.
Zomato Rolls Out Limitless Delivery in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, More Indian Cities
Zomato's new Limitless Delivery feature gives users access to restaurants located much farther from their delivery addresses, with orders possible from up to 40km away within the same city. The feature is available in Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Pune and Hyderabad. Users can browse eligible restaurants through a dedicated section on the app or search for them directly. Zomato has also rolled out Host Mode, which hides menu and cart prices while guests add items to a group order.
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India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has relocated the opening One Day International (ODI) match between India and Sri Lanka from Delhi to Visakhapatnam. Scheduled for December 13, the series opener will now take place at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on the original date. The venue change followed a request [] The post India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI Moved Out Of Delhi To Visakhapatnam Amid AQI Worries
India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI Moved Out Of Delhi To Visakhapatnam Amid AQI Worries
A Delhi-based company has surprised its employees with brand-new iPhone 16 smartphones as Diwali gifts. The gesture has gone viral on social media, with netizens praising the company for recognising its employees' contributions and making the festive occasion memorable.
India successfully tests indigenous 'Pralay' Missile
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the flight test of the indigenously developed 'Pralay' Missile, marking another achievement in India's defence capabilities. The announcement was made by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday. DRDO successfully conducted the flight test of the indigenously developed Pralay Missile off the coast of Odisha today at 1110 hrs, he posted on X. The test was conducted as part of user evaluation trials and successfully met all the stipulated objectives, as validated by data captured through various range instruments, he added. The Defence Minister further said that this successful trial marks another significant milestone in strengthening Indias indigenous defence capabilities. Last month, the DRDO announced that it has successfully conducted the flight trial of its indigenously developed High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS), achieving an altitude of 21 km and demonstrating long-endurance stratospheric flight capabilities. According to the Ministry of Defence, the experimental flight reached an altitude of 21 km above mean sea level and remained at around 20 km altitude for more than 30 minutes before being commanded to descend. The platform was subsequently recovered safely, and data collected during the mission was analysed to assess its performance. The experimental flight attained an altitude of 21 km above mean sea level (AMSL) and remained at an altitude of 20 km AMSL for more than 30 minutes, before it was commanded to descend back to ground. The system was successfully recovered and flight performance data was analysed, the Ministry said. The trial demonstrated the platform's ability to operate in the stratosphere, a region that offers advantages for persistent surveillance, communications, and monitoring missions. During the flight, real-time video and vehicle performance data were transmitted continuously from the airborne platform to the ground control station. Officials said the system carried a range of instrumentation and control packages, including an inertial measurement unit, GPS receiver, onboard cameras and altitude control mechanisms, along with several other subsystems that functioned as intended throughout the mission. The flight trial was conducted in coordination with multiple agencies, including the Indian Air Force, the Centre for Military Airworthiness and Certification (CEMILAC), the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and other civil authorities.
India-Sri Lanka ODI moved out of Delhi... Here's why
The ODI series opener between India and Sri Lanka on December 13, 2026, has been moved from Delhi's Feroz Shah Kotla to Visakhapatnam. The shift was requested by the DDCA due to concerns over potential weather disruption, high air pollution, and ongoing renovation work at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
India bolsters ties with diamond-producing countries
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) India, as Chair of the Kimberley Process (KP) for 2026, has flagged key priorities concerning the global diamond industry, including responsible rough diamond sourcing as part of its outreach ahead of the KP Plenary to be held in Delhi from November 30 to December 4, according to a statement issued by the Commerce Ministry on Thursday. The issue was discussed at a stakeholder consultation in Angola's Luanda on Tuesday, chaired by Additional Secretary Yashvir Singh on Indias behalf, which brought together the Chairs and Vice-Chairs of KP Working Groups and Committees (KP Working Bodies), the KP Vice-Chair (of Ghana), and the former KP Chair (of the United Arab Emirates). Representatives of observers and partner organisations, including the World Diamond Council and the African Diamond Producers Association (ADPA), also participated in the discussion, the statement said. India has observer status in the ADPA, providing an institutional platform for engagement with African diamond-producing countries. This offers opportunities for cooperation in securing rough diamond supply chains, technical knowledge exchange, value addition, market access and the promotion of ethical and sustainable practices. The 13th Extraordinary Meeting of the ADPA Council of Ministers, held alongside the 20th anniversary celebrations, approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India, and the ADPA. The MoU seeks to strengthen cooperation between the Indian gem and jewellery industry and African diamond-producing countries, including through capacity building and skills development in diamond sorting, valuation and manufacturing, exchange of technical expertise, and the promotion of trade and investment linkages across the diamond value chain, the statement said. Yashvir Singh said: Indias chairship places emphasis on confidence, compliance and credibility. The consultation in Luanda provided an opportunity to engage directly with the leadership of the KP working bodies, the KP Vice-Chair and observers on issues that are important to the future of the Process and the diamond industry. Our endeavour is to build a shared understanding of the issues before the New Delhi Plenary and to advance practical outcomes through constructive dialogue and consensus-based decision-making. Discussions covered the sustainability of diamond-producing countries and communities, sustainable funding and continuity of the KP Secretariat, digitalisation of certification and statistical processes, and strengthening compliance with the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme. Participants also exchanged views on the reform of the conflict diamond definition, responsible sourcing, artisanal and alluvial diamond production, consumer confidence and the importance of effective reporting and peer-review mechanisms. The ADPA, established in 2006 in Luanda, seeks to enhance cooperation among African diamond-producing nations. It effectively comprises 15 member countries and 8 observers, including two non-African observers, namely Russia and India. Its member countries collectively account for over 60 per cent of global diamond production.
Ranji Trophy: Tripura stun Saurashtra; Mumbai get fourth win, Hyderabad edge Chhattisgarh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Tripura pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the 2026/27 Ranji Trophy by defeating former champions Saurashtra by 133 runs on the final day of their Elite Group B clash. Set 342 to win, Saurashtra were undone once again by off-spinner Sandip Sarkar. He followed his first-innings figures of 4-48 with 4-81, and finished with eight wickets in the match. Arpit Vasavada made 89, the only half-century of the second innings for Saurashtra, and was the last man to be dismissed after he was run out by Manisankar Murasingh to seal a famous win for Tripura in Agartala. Sridam Paul was named Player of the Match for scores of 86 and 50. At the Brabourne Stadium, 42-time champions Mumbai beat Railways by 106 runs to get their fourth straight outright win of the season. Mumbai had to wait until the final session to clinch the victory. Railways were 250/5 at the last drinks break and seemed set to escape with a draw. Eshaan Goyal and Zubair Ali had rebuilt the innings from 83/5 in the 31st over with a 167-run sixth-wicket stand. But on the very first ball after drinks, Goyal attempted a paddle sweep off Musheer Khan, and Musheers brother Sarfaraz, anticipating the shot from first slip, moved swiftly towards leg slip to take the catch. A couple of overs later, Musheer had Ali caught at long-off. Raj Choudhary and Himanshu Sangwan dug in for a while in an attempt to take Railways to a draw. But Tanush Kotian removed Choudhary, and Musheer came back to dismiss Sangwan and wrap up the win for Mumbai, as Railways lost their last five wickets for 15 runs. Elsewhere, Hyderabad scraped home by one wicket against Chhattisgarh in a nail-biting chase of 259 at the Gymkhana Ground. At 220/9, Hyderabad looked beaten, but a 39-run last-wicket stand off 104 balls turned the game, and Rakshann Readdi finished it with a six over long-off. The win also took Hyderabad to the top of the Group B table with 20 points. At the Eden Gardens, Maharashtra thrashed Bengal by 10 wickets in an Elite Group C clash. Bad light had cut into play on three days, but Maharashtra still had time to secure a bonus point. Pradeep Dhade and Hitesh Walunj took four wickets each on day for as Bengal were bowled out for 186 in their second innings, leaving Maharashtra a target of 112 to chase. Openers Sachin Dhas and Prithvi Shaw knocked it off in just 19.4 overs. While Dhas was unbeaten on 61 off 68 balls with 10 fours, and reached his fifty in 43 deliveries, Shaw made an unbeaten 53 off 50 balls, laced with three fours and four sixes, and got his half-century in 47 balls. It was Maharashtras biggest win of the season and their second outright victory. The seven points took them to 19, past previous leaders Bengal, who suffered their first defeat of the season. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat crushed Kerala by an innings and 58 runs to get a bonus-point victory. Urvil Patels unbeaten 210 set up the win, while Arzan Nagwaswalla finished with match figures of 8-83, including 4-24 on the last day, as Kerala were bowled out for 197 after being made to follow on. Tamil Nadu needed three wickets on the final day, and Ajith Ram took them all, finishing with 7-48 to seal the win over Chandigarh. At the Air Force Complex Ground in Palam, Yash Dhulls first hundred of the season helped Delhi hold on for a draw against Services and take three points due to taking a first-innings lead. Chasing 320, Delhi slipped to 119/4 just before tea when Nitin Tanwar removed Ayush Doseja for 14. But Dhull stood firm and finished unbeaten on 104 off 104 balls, with 11 fours and two sixes. He reached his century off 102 deliveries, shortly before the teams shook hands with Delhi, ending on 168/4 after 38 overs. Services captain Rajat Paliwal completed a century in each innings, while ex-Delhi player Mohit Ahlawat made 142 as Services declared their second innings at 397/9. Elsewhere, several games ended in draws. Uttar Pradesh made 492, built on Adarsh Singhs 162 and Madhav Kaushiks 137, and Prashant Veer took 3-42, but they could not get a win over Baroda in Kanpur. Jammu and Kashmir piled up 555/6 and took a 170-run first-innings lead over Pondicherry, who batted out the game thanks to Ankit Sharmas 62 in Srinagar. Andhra replied to Punjabs 592/9 with 505/8 to secure a draw. Shaik Rasheed made 176, while Karan Shinde fell four runs short of a hundred. Rain cost Jharkhand plenty of overs against Odisha, who reached 280/7 on the final day as the match was drawn. Pukhraj Manns unbeaten 153 on the final day saved the game for Himachal Pradesh against Rajasthan. All three Plate Group matches produced results. Satyajeet Bachhav followed his first-innings 6-50 with figures of 7-33 as Sikkim beat Manipur by 201 runs. Nagaland bowled out Meghalaya for 172 in the second innings to win by 122 runs. Mizoram beat Arunachal Pradesh by an innings and 29 runs, with Chinmay Sutar making 175 and Bobby Zothansanga taking five wickets in the second innings. The Ranji Trophy will now take a break for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and resume in January.
Delhi Red Fort blast case: NIA court to hear arguements on framing of charges
New Delhi , November 5 : Special NIA court at Rouse Avenue on Thursday listed the Red Fort Delhi Blast case for hearing arguments on framing of charges from Friday onwards. This case pertains to the November 2025 Red Fort car bomb blast case. The NIA filed a charge sheet against several accused persons. One of them died in the deadly blast that took place near Red Fort in November 2025. Special NIA Judge Prashant Sharma on Thursday listed the matter for hearing arguements on behalf of the NIA from November 6. The court listed the matter for arguements from November 6 to November 27. The court will hear the arguments on behalf of the accused persons on November 14. The NIA had filed the first charge sheet against 11 accused persons. Accused Umar Un Nabi died in the blast. An Accused is absconding. A Supplementary charge sheet was also filed against 2 accused persons. The NIA filed a change sheet running in 7500 pages and cited more than 580 witnesses. Special Public Prosecutor (SPP) Madhav Khurana alongwith Trisha Mittal, Public Prosecutor Anil Dabas, appeared for the NIA. It was submitted that the First charge sheet against 11 accused was filed on May 14. Thereafter, a Supplementary charge sheet was filed on June 27, 2026 NIA made Aamir Rashid Mir, Jasir Bilal Wani, Dr. Muzamil Shakeel, Dr. Adeel Ahmed Rather, Dr. Shaheen Saeed, Mufti Irfan Ahmad Wagay, Soyab, Dr. Bilal Naseer Malla and Yasir Ahmad Dar as accused. According to the NIA, the high-intensity Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) explosion killed 11 people and injured several others, besides causing extensive damage to nearby property. The agency has invoked provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Explosive Substances Act, Arms Act and Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act. Among those chargesheeted is the alleged main conspirator, Dr. Umer Un Nabi, whose proceedings are proposed to be abated owing to his death. The remaining accused named in the prosecution complaint are Aamir Rashid Mir, Jasir Bilal Wani, Dr. Muzamil Shakeel, Dr. Adeel Ahmed Rather, Dr. Shaheen Saeed, Mufti Irfan Ahmad Wagay, Soyab, Dr. Bilal Naseer Malla and Yasir Ahmad Dar. The NIA alleged that all the accused were associated with Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH), an offshoot of Al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), which was declared a terrorist organisation by the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2018. According to the agency, the chargesheet is based on an extensive investigation conducted across Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Delhi-NCR. The prosecution complaint reportedly contains 588 oral testimonies, over 395 documents and more than 200 seized material exhibits. The NIA has alleged a larger jihadi conspiracy involving radicalised individuals, including medical professionals, allegedly inspired by AQIS/AGuH ideology. Investigators claimed the accused reorganised the outfit as AGuH Interim during a secret meeting in Srinagar in 2022. The agency further alleged that the accused launched an operation titled Operation Heavenly Hind aimed at overthrowing the democratically elected government and imposing Sharia rule. According to the probe agency, the accused allegedly recruited members, spread extremist ideology, stockpiled arms and ammunition and manufactured explosives using commercially available chemicals. The NIA claimed that the explosive substance used in the blast was Triacetone Triperoxide (TATP), allegedly prepared after multiple experiments. The investigation also allegedly revealed illegal procurement of prohibited weapons, including AK-47 rifles, Krinkov rifles and country-made pistols, along with experiments involving rocket-based and drone-mounted IEDs targeting security establishments. The agency stated that scientific and forensic examination, including DNA fingerprinting and voice analysis, helped establish the identity of the deceased accused, Dr. Umer Un Nabi. (ANI)
Shillong, Nov 5: The KJP Girls Guide Company of KJP Girls Higher Secondary School, Shillong, has been honoured as a Historical Unit/ Group of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. The distinction is awarded to units established in 1950 or earlier that have remained active in the movement. The prestigious award was presented at the Diamond [] The post KJP Girls Guide Company gets Historical Unit honour in New Delhi first appeared on Highland Post .
638-Page Chargesheet Filed Against 6 In Delhi PG Building Collapse Case
The remaining two accused, Sudhanshu Lavnish Kumar and Shubham Tyagi, were operating PG accommodations in the building, police said.
Extension for Agniveers draws mixed response: Welcome step for some, deception for others
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Central governments decision to extend the service tenure of 'Agniveers' from four to six years has invited a sharply divided response in political circles, with many hailing the move as a welcome step while others calling it a deceptive and deceitful move to deprive the young personnel of their genuine rights. Bihar Panchayati Raj Minister Deepak Prakash said, This is a highly welcome step. It opens up avenues for the youth joining the Agniveer scheme, potentially leading to permanent appointments as soldiers. Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ramshankar Rajbhar dismissed the move as mere lollipop and deception while CPI(M) MP V. Sivadasan and Congress leader Balasaheb Thorat demanded permanent appointments and pension benefits. SP MP Ramshankar Rajbhar questioned, Why are Agniveers not being granted regular government jobs? You consider them our soldiers, yet when they are martyred, you are unwilling to grant them the appropriate status or provide any benefits. In effect, you have turned Agniveers into 'outsourced' soldiers. If the government has the courage and its intentions are genuine, it should grant them the right to full-time, lifelong employment. CPI(M) MP V. Sivadasan stated that the 'Agniveer' scheme has devastated the entire military system and structure. After six years, they will no longer have access to canteen facilities or any other welfare schemes. What, then, is the point of these 'Agniveers'or, for that matter, the Indian military system itself?, he stated. He argued that these personnel should be granted permanent appointments. Senior Congress leader and former Agriculture Minister Balasaheb Thorat said that 'Agniveers' should be allowed to serve until retirement. What purpose does a mere two-to-four-year tenure serve? If they retire at the age of 25 or 27, what are they expected to do thereafter? he asked. Some candidates preparing for Agniveer exams also shared their views on additional tenure of two years, beyond the stipulated four years of service. Pankaj Katare, an 'Agniveer' aspirant, said, This is a great opportunity for all the young people who are preparing for it. Lokesh Sahu, an Agniveer trainer, said that this would boost the morale of youth and strengthen their spirit of patriotism. Upon retirement, they will also have access to employment opportunities; for instance, they will receive an advantage when applying for positions in police forces or the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), he added.
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and leadership for India's transformation into a leading para-sports nation, following the country's record-breaking performance at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Japan's Aichi-Nagoya. Prime Minister Modi interacted with members of the Indian contingent at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi, congratulating the para-athletes for their historic campaign in Aichi-Nagoya, where India finished fourth with an unprecedented tally of 114 medals. Speaking after the interaction, Mandaviya highlighted the government's investment in sports and said, A 5-year sports development plan was formulated with a provision of Rs 36,000 crore. The sports sector is an important example which shows the transformation that the visionary leadership of a leader can bring about. He added that the interaction with the Prime Minister had left the athletes delighted. They (para-athletes) were really happy an...
Momo Stall Owner Killed In Delhi's Mangolpuri
A momo stall owner was allegedly stabbed to death by unidentified assailants in Mangolpuri, outer Delhi, on Thursday. Police have initiated an investigation, with preliminary inputs suggesting personal enmity as a possible motive.
Delhi Court orders 7-day notice before arrest of Congress MP
ED raids 13 premises in Tripura, Bengal and Maharashtra over alleged fake govt tender racket
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Agartala, Nov 5 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted search and seizure operations at 13 premises across Tripura, West Bengal and Maharashtra in connection with an alleged fake government tender racket operated through a fictitious entity named the 'Directorate of Higher Education'. The central probe agency said on Thursday that the searches were carried out under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, targeting individuals and entities allegedly linked to the racket. The searches were conducted by the ED's Agartala Sub-Zonal office on Wednesday, in connection with an ongoing money-laundering investigation arising from FIR registered at Capital Complex Police station in Agartala, the probe agency said in a statement. It said that the FIR was registered on the complaint of Nagpur based M/s S.K. Sales Corporation, against Abhishek Chandra, a Tripura cadre IAS officer, and co-conspirators, alleging that the firm was fraudulently induced to pay Earnest Money Deposits (EMDs) of around Rs 14.55 crore between September 2024 and February 2025 against purported tenders of the of Tripura government in the mid-day meal and power sectors, which were never floated. The offences registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, relating to criminal conspiracy, criminal breach of trust, cheating, cheating by personation and forgery, are scheduled offences under the PMLA, 2002. Accordingly, the ED recorded an ECIR (Enforcement Case Information Report) and initiated investigation under the PMLA, 2002. Investigation has revealed that Abhishek Chandra (presently under suspension) represented himself as the officer controlling tender processes in the Tripura government and introduced the complainant to one Utpal Kumar Chowdhury as the official responsible for processing payments. The EMDs were paid through demand drafts in favour of 'Directorate of Higher Education', which was, in fact, a proprietary concern of Utpal Kumar Chowdhury bearing a name deceptively similar to the genuine government department. Forged tender notices and work orders were allegedly used, and a joint venture with Krishna Chakraborty, represented by her husband Sudip Paul, was used to structure the collection of funds. Partial 'refunds' were made at critical junctures to sustain the confidence of the victim and induce further payments. The ED said that the funds credited into the fictitious entity's accounts were allegedly layered within days, and in some instances within 24 hours, through a network of shell entities, several of which are registered in the names of domestic staff and associates of Utpal Kumar Chowdhury. The proceeds of crime were allegedly utilised for acquisition of immovable properties, including flats in a housing project and a residential property in Mumbai's Shivaji Park in the names of family members of Abhishek Chandra, as well as for foreign travel and luxury goods. Funds were also allegedly routed through an alleged hawala conduit based in Kolkata. The ED is already investigating Utpal Kumar Chowdhury and others, arising out of five FIRs registered in West Bengal and Tripura, wherein the same fictitious entity and modus operandi were used to defraud multiple victims of an aggregate amount exceeding Rs 44 crore. In that case, provisional attachment orders on January 22, 2026 and July 31, 2026, have already been issued. The search proceedings were conducted in the residential premises of Abhishek Chandra and hawala operators and also in the office premises of several companies/entities connected to the money trail, the ED statement said. During the course of search proceedings, voluminous documentary evidences of hawala transactions, several high value property details and other evidences indicating suspicious control over corporate entities were found and seized. Digital devices and records belonging to various accused persons crucial to the current investigation were also seized. Further investigation is underway.
No Plan, New Roof: Inside Details Of Delhi Building Collapse That Left 2 Dead
A case under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, is being registered against the building owners and contractors, according to police.
ED Busts Rs 10 Crore Liquor Tax Evasion Racket
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has taken significant action in a case involving the alleged illegal sale of foreign liquor and tax evasion amounting to over Rs 10 crore. Raids were conducted across Delhi-NCR, Haryana, and Punjab, leading to seizures of cash and crucial documents. The investigation targets a syndicate accused of misusing bond-to-bond transfer systems to sell imported liquor without paying applicable duties, primarily through 'The Theka' in Gurugram.
If Kohli wants to play Vijay Hazare Trophy, I would love to have him: Dahiya
Delhi coach Vijay Dahiya is keen to have Virat Kohli in the dressing room if the senior India batter wants to play the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Dahiya also expressed his desire to have veteran pacer Ishant Sharma as a red-ball mentor. The Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Services ended in a draw, with Delhi walking away with three points after taking the first-innings lead.
First India-Sri Lanka ODI shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
It was done after a request from the DDCA, in view of the potential weather disruption and proposed renovation work at stadium
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