Burst green crackers, stick to specific timings: Delhi Government appeals to citizens
Firecrackers are strictly prohibited within a 300-metre radius of hospitals, nursing homes, health centres, old-age homes, educational institutions and other notified silence zones, the order said
Air quality of Delhi worsens, many parts reel under severe level air pollution
Many parts of the national capital, including IIT Delhi, ITO, Dwarka, Rohini, Punjabi Bagh, Alipur, Bawana, and Jahangirpuri, witnessed severe level air pollution
Delhi police traffic advisory for Diwali season
Delhi traffic advisory: Diversions around Anand Vihar ISBT till November 15
The Delhi Traffic Police has put in place special traffic arrangements around Anand Vihar ISBT and adjoining transport hubs from November 5 to 15 to manage the anticipated surge in passenger movement during the festive season. The arrangements have been made in view of the rush expected during Dhanteras, Diwali, Bhai Dooj and Chhath Puja, with restrictions and diversions aimed at ensuring smooth vehicular movement and preventing congestion around the interstate bus terminal and nearby railway stations. According to the advisory issued by the Delhi Traffic Police, Road No. 56 (Chaudhary Charan Singh Marg) and Road No. 57 (Swami Dayanand Marg) are among the stretches likely to be affected, while traffic diversions will be enforced at Ghazipur roundabout and Ramprastha in Vivek Vihar, according to the advisory. Commuters travelling towards NH-24, Sarai Kale Khan and Barapulla have been advised to take the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway via GT Road. Those heading towards Ghaziabad and Dilsh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The major fire at Gaffar Market in Delhi's Karol Bagh has triggered serious concerns over fire safety in commercial establishments, particularly during the ongoing festive and wedding season, with the Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh (Regd.) urging the state government and concerned authorities to conduct comprehensive safety audits of markets. In a statement, the traders' body described the incident as deeply distressing and a matter of serious concern, highlighting the potential risks to traders, employees, customers and neighbouring establishments. Expressing concern over the incident, the Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh said markets across the national capital were witnessing heightened commercial activity due to the festive and wedding season, when customer footfall and merchandise stocks are considerably higher. Such incidents pose a grave threat not only to traders and their employees but also to customers, neighbouring establishments and the livelihoods of countless families. During the festive season, when markets remain crowded and stocks of merchandise are considerably higher, even a minor fire can rapidly turn into a major disaster, the statement said. The traders' body urged the Delhi government and concerned authorities to conduct an immediate investigation into the incident and undertake comprehensive fire-safety audits of commercial markets. It also called for inspections of electrical installations, functional firefighting equipment and unobstructed emergency access routes to ensure that rescue operations can be carried out without difficulty. Appealing to traders and market associations, the organisation stressed the need to avoid electrical overloading, switch off unnecessary electrical connections after business hours, maintain fire extinguishers and ensure that emergency exits remain accessible. Festive celebrations should never turn into a tragedy. Prevention, preparedness and collective responsibility are essential to protect lives, livelihoods and Delhi's commercial establishments, the statement added. A massive fire broke out at a mobile accessories shop in Chain Wali Gali of Gaffar Market early Friday, spreading to all floors of a four-storey commercial building. According to the police, the fire originated in a ground-floor shop where mobile batteries were stored. Fire tenders were deployed to bring the blaze under control, while three CAT ambulances and two PCR vehicles also responded to the incident.
Delhi Air Quality Remains 'Very Poor' At 389, GRAP Stage-II Enforced
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa contested Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's claims regarding paddy harvesting, alleging that he had misinformed about paddy harvesting and stubble burning.
Delhi Gaffar market shop blazes on Dhantaras
Old Delhi Building Collapse: Trapped workers being rescued
New Delhi: A loud crash reverberated through a crammed neighbourhood in Old Delhis Chawri Bazar on Thursday morning, November 5. Rushing out of their homes, residents some jolted awake by the sound and others preparing to leave for work saw that a three-storey building which was being built in the locality had collapsed, 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 .
Delhi woman, 24, chased phone snatchers 500m, got them caught
In a courageous act near Shalimar Bagh Metro Station, Khushi Maheshwari chased down two men who attempted to steal her iPhone. Despite falling from her scooty during the pursuit, she received support from local residents and police. The suspects were quickly apprehended, with Khushi's phone and other stolen items recovered, emphasizing how crucial community solidarity is for maintaining public safety.
Fire Erupts At Delhi's Karol Bagh Days Before Diwali, 22 Fire Engines Rushed To Spot
The Delhi Fire Service said additional water bowsers and lighting equipment had also been sent to the spot to support the firefighting operation.
Traffic curbs put in place around Anand Vihar ISBT amid festival rush
Commuters have been advised to plan their journeys, avoid unnecessary entry into the ISBT area and prefer public transport wherever possible
Old Delhi Building Collapse: 3 Contractors Held From Faridabad
The arrests were made in a case registered under section 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the BNS in connection with the incident.
Breaking News Live: Fire breaks out at shop in Delhi's Gaffar Market, 22 fire tenders deployed
Delhi Police arrests three contractors after two killed in Chawri Bazaar building collapse
Delhi Police have arrested three building contractors in connection with the Chawri Bazaar building collapse, which left two people dead and four others injured on Thursday. The accused were apprehended from Village Sirohi in Haryana's Faridabad district. According to the police, all three were arrested in connection with a case registered under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in connection with the incident.
Prithvi Shaw Not Giving Up On India Comeback Dream
The explosive opener has managed two half-centuries in seven innings this Ranji Trophy season, with his highest score of 70 coming against Delhi in Maharashtra's opening match. Since then, his returns have been 7, 21, 0, 17 and 12.
Massive fire breaks out at shop in Delhi's Karol Bagh, 22 fire tenders rush to spot
Delhi Market Fire: Shop Gutted In Massive Fire At Karol Bagh's Puri Plaza; 22 Fire Units On Spot
A major fire erupted at a shop in Puri Plaza, Karol Bagh, with 22 fire units deployed to control the blaze.
Dhanteras 2026: Auspicious time to buy gold today, November 6; check muhurat and shopping tips
Dhanteras 2026 falls on November 6, with gold and silver purchases considered auspicious. Check the gold-buying muhurat for New Delhi, important festival timings and four things to verify before purchasing jewellery, coins or other precious metals.
Dhanteras 2026 Gold Buying Muhurat: When To Buy Gold And Silver
Dhanteras gold-buying muhurat in New Delhi runs until November 7, with a separate morning shopping window and city-wise puja timings.
A four-storey under-construction building collapsed in Chawri Bazar, Delhi, causing tragic fatalities and injuries. Rescue teams are searching through the rubble for any survivors or trapped individuals. Authorities have registered an FIR against the building owner and contractors for culpable homicide. The Delhi Fire Service and local police had been alerted about the unauthorized construction months prior to the incident.
'May lamp of contentment be lit in every heart': CM Yogi extends Dhanteras greetings
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday extended heartfelt greetings to the people on Dhanteras, wishing the festival would bring happiness, prosperity, good health, and joy to everyone's life. Taking to social media platform X, the Chief Minister conveyed his wishes to the state's residents and prayed for Goddess Lakshmi's blessings to illuminate their lives with love, contentment, and happiness. Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the occasion of Dhanteras festival, CM Yogi posted. May the lamp of contentment be lit in the hearts of all by the grace of Maa Lakshmi, and may life be illuminated with the light of love, joy, and bliss, he added. The Chief Minister further wished that happiness, prosperity, good health and good fortune would reside in everyone's life. Meanwhile, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also extended greetings to fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion, highlighting the importance of health, wealth and prosperity. In a post on X, Gadkari said, Heartfelt wishes to all fellow citizens on the sacred festival of Dhanteras, bringing wealth, prosperity, health, and happiness. He further prayed for the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari, saying, May Lord Dhanvantari bestow excellent health upon everyone. Dhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali celebrations and is considered an auspicious occasion associated with wealth, prosperity and good health. The festival is traditionally observed with prayers, festive preparations and greetings exchanged among family members and loved ones. This year, Dhanteras is being celebrated on Friday, November 6. The festival is also associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari, with devotees seeking blessings for prosperity, good fortune and well-being. Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated two days later, on Sunday, November 8, on the occasion of Kartik Amavasya. On the day, homes and temples are decorated and illuminated with earthen lamps and decorative lights. In the evening, devotees perform traditional prayers to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi, seeking blessings for happiness, peace and prosperity.
Sourav Ganguly Reveals Delhi Capitals' Top IPL Auction Targets, Big Names In Sight
Delhi Capitals are going through a series of changes ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.
Delhi's toxic winter air is back - is the Indian capital prepared for pollution?
The Delhi government has announced a four-month winter action plan, but experts say that won't be enough.
Youth Cong suspends 300 for no-show at Rahul's Delhi rally
Petitioners in Delhi SIR case seek FIRs over alleged forgery of Form 7s in Mustafabad
Anjali Bhardwaj and Amrita Johri, in the letter, cited a report published in The Hindu on November 5, which found that 16 of the 20 BJP-appointed Booth-Level Agents (BLAs), who are named objectors in deletion applications filed in Delhis Mustafabad, denied submitting, signing or having any knowledge of the forms
Parts of Delhi continues to reel under severe air pollution
Severe level air pollution affects healthy people and seriously impacts those with existing diseases, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
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 []
Five feared trapped, four rescued after building collapse in Delhi
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Delhi building collapse: AAPalleges rampant corruption;BJPMP blames builder greed
Satya Niketan collapse: Delhi police file 638-page chargesheet against six
Chargesheet filed on the day another building collapse in Chawri Bazar killed two; police allege construction and repair work was carried out while students continued to live inside the Satya Niketan building
Satya Niketan collapse: Delhi police file 638-page chargesheet against six
Chargesheet filed on the day another building collapse in Chawri Bazar killed two; police allege construction and repair work was carried out while students continued to live inside the Satya Niketan building
Airport engineer among two held for cannabis smuggling
AAP Leader's Delhi-Punjab Air Quality Video Sparks Fresh Face-Off With BJP
Jarnail Singh maintained that the date-related issue was a minor technical error and did not invalidate the pollution readings displayed in Mohali
Notices sent to 14 doctors in Ghaziabad for zero e-Sanjeevani consultations in September
Partially burnt body of unidentified woman found on pyre in Ghaziabad cremation ground
Congress Leaders' Bus Attacked With Stones In Kamareddy
Al Hajiri said he had cancelled his flight ticket from New Delhi to Hyderabad to travel by bus with party leaders.
Rahul like that schoolboy who fails and blames others: CM Yogi Adityanath
Festive rush, padyatra leave Noida, Gzb roads choked
Speaker accepts Ruhullah Mehdi's resignation as Srinagar MP
New Delhi, Nov 5: Lok Sabha Speaker has accepted the resignation of Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi as Member of Parliament from Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency of Jammu and Kashmir. According to a notification issued by the Lok Sabha Secretariat on Thursday, Mehdi's resignation has been accepted with effect from November 3, 2026. Mehdi had already announced his resignation on November 3. The notification, S.O. 6067(E), was published in The Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II-Section 3(ii). With the acceptance of his resignation, the Srinagar Lok Sabha seat has now fallen vacant. (GNS)
Construction ban goes up in dust across NCR on Day 1
Delhi's AQI 'very poor' for fourth day, set to get 'severe'
The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 369 at 4 pm on Thursday, compared to 377 recorded at the same time on Wednesday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Wind helps clear pollutants, but AQI still poor in NCR
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6 Months Before Delhi Building Collapse, Owner Received A Warning. He Ignored | Top Headlines
A trail of unheeded warnings, police complaints with photo proof, and blatant violations in the name of epairs led to Thursday's building collapse in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazar that killed two people.
CM orders probe, suspension of two MCD officials
6 Months Before Delhi Building Collapse, Owner Received A Warning. He Ignored
According to the initial probe, Samiullah allegedly carried out fresh construction on the second and third floors of the building without any prior approval and in violation of the advisory issued in April.
Winged wonder: Rare White Stork visits Okhla sanctuary after two decades
No heavy machine in narrow lanes, manual rescue slows down search
Special cleaning drive in all MCD zones to curb pollution
Delhi HC seeks ED response on Al Falah chairman's plea for relief to care for ailing wife
Families scramble to find loved ones trapped under debris
Special Cell probes alleged circulation of child abuse content via social media
Court grants relief to ex-JNU prof, no coercive action without 7-day physical notice
Diwali rush chokes Delhi roads, cab fares sky rocket
Slum rehabilitation plan: 1-bhk flats, local relocation, and PPP model for 5 lakh families
Festive season offers pickup to vehicle sales
Delhi registers 91,153 vehicles; two-wheelers offer 70% of revving power
Another masked winter for Delhi schoolkids
250 applications for green cracker sale, permits given to 125
From Labour Chowk to looming hunger: Migrant workers pay price of clean air
Toxic convergence: Firecrackers, farm fires, winter chill likely to result in severe Diwali
Satya Niketan collapse: No structural modification approval, says Delhi Police chargesheet
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
New Delhi: The government has relaxed passport and visa rules for several categories of foreign nationals residing in the country, including certain Pakistani citizens, minority refugees, Sri Lankan Tamils, and Tibetans, according to a gazette notification. The Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) (Amendment) Order, 2026, published on Thursday, November 5, also streamlines travel and identification protocols 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 .
Delhi HC asks ED to respond to Al Falah University chairmans interim bail plea
Al Falah University group chairman Siddiqui sought interim bail or custody parole to care for his ailing wife
CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka appear before Delhi Police in Jantar Mantar trespassing cases
The two leaders said they will cooperate with investigation; Mr. Ranka maintains that waving the national flag at Jantar Mantar should not be a crime
Not medical device: Deepinder Goyal on chatter around Temple
New Delhi: Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato, who now works in deep-tech, on Thursday, November 5, responded to the buzz around the wearable, Temple, taking to X to address the speculation surrounding the venture. While his explanation was dismissed as a word salad, Goyal nevertheless sought to clarify the thinking behind it. It is worth 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 .
Old Delhi: Police flagged illegal construction months ago, No MCD Action
In a communication dated June 15, addressed to the deputy commissioner of the MCD's City-SP Zone, the Hauz Qazi station house officer (SHO) had said unauthorised construction was being carried out at the property.
PM Modi meets NITI Aayog leadership
New Delhi, Nov 5: Amid global uncertainties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met NITI Aayog's new leadership to get a first-hand view of the issues they are working on, a senior official of the government think tank said. The official said that during the meeting, NITI Aayog members made a presentation on the issues and policies they are working on, in line with the government's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Lahiri, CEO Anurag Jain and members Rajiv Gauba, R Balasubramaniam, Joram Aniya, K V Raju, M Srinivas, Gobardhan Das and Abhay Karandikar attended the meeting, along with other senior officials.
Gold prices in Delhi jumped by Rs 2,200 per 10 grams to Rs 1,48,800, while silver gained Rs 1,500 per kg to Rs 1,94,500 ahead of Dhanteras 2026.
India, Nepal reaffirm commitment to all-round enhancement of partnership as FS Misri meets PM Shah
India and Nepal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Prime Minister Balendra Shah in Kathmandu ahead of his expected visit to Delhi later this month. Discussions covered trade, energy, connectivity, sports and new areas of cooperation, including AI and digital connectivity.
A recent study conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, and Panjab University has found that stubble burning in Punjab contributes nearly half of the black carbon pollution in
'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.
IND vs SL 1st ODI: Match shifted to Vizag due to renovation, weather concerns
The decision has been made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) following the renovation work that is underway at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Additionally, the weather conditions in Delhi are not suitable for the match
Five Get Life Imprisonment Under MCOCA In Delhi
A Delhi court on Thursday sentenced five men to life imprisonment under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) for operating an organised crime syndicate. Special Judge Gaurav Rao ruled that there was o chance of any reformation for the accused, who were also fined Rs 5 lakh each. The court rejected defence pleas for leniency, citing the grave and heinous nature of their crimes and their repeated involvement.
Delhi are hoping to have Virat Kohli back in their dressing room for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, but coach Vijay Dahiya is not getting ahead of himself
Special Train Announced Between Khurda Road and Anand Vihar Terminal
To clear the heavy rush of passengers traveling across Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and the Delhi-NCR region, the railways will run a Special Express train between Khurda Road and Anand Vihar Terminal. Train No. 08407 (Khurda RoadAnand Vihar Terminal Special) is scheduled to leave Khurda Road at 12:15 hrs on Saturday, November 7, 2026, [] The post Special Train Announced Between Khurda Road and Anand Vihar Terminal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IIT Guwahati researchers use Drones and AI to decode traffic patterns on Indian roads
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) researchers have used high-resolution drone-based traffic data from a highway near Delhi to develop traffic stream models that can help analyse and predict traffic movement under heterogeneous Indian road conditions. The study captures not only the relationship between traffic density and vehicle speed but also the variability in speeds observed under similar traffic conditions. Led by Prof. Akhilesh K. Maurya, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, the study tracked more than 36,000 vehicles and nearly 9 million vehicle positions on a Delhi highway. The research team used this large dataset to study how vehicle speed changes with traffic density. Based on this data, the IIT Guwahati research team developed mathematical and Machine Learning models for traffic prediction. Traffic stream modelling uses computer-based and mathematical methods to understand how vehicles move on roads. Such models can be useful for traffic manageme...
Delhi Air Quality, Stadium Renovation Move India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI to Vizag
Delhi Air Quality, Stadium Renovation Move India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI to Vizag
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
BNP blaming India for violence by workers of Bangladesh Garment Industry
New Delhi has to be vigilant till Hasinas proposed departure to Dhaka next month By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: Especially among leaders of the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), old habits die hard they must anyhow blame India for their own acute problems of governance at home! Take the recent violent agitation launched [] The post BNP blaming India for violence by workers of Bangladesh Garment Industry appeared first on Northlines .
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 .
