Delhi Launches Over 500 Waste Collection Vehicles to Enhance Cleanliness Efforts
Delhis Chief Minister inaugurates over 500 waste collection vehicles to improve sanitation services citywide. Delhi Launches Over 500 Waste Collection Vehicles to Enhance Cleanliness Efforts
BJP MP Links Historic Enclave Issues with Delhi Voter List Protests
BJP MP Konda Vishweshwar Reddy connects historic India-Bangladesh enclave issues to ongoing voter list protests in Delhi. BJP MP Links Historic Enclave Issues with Delhi Voter List Protests
Expired products, pests found at online food delivery stores in Delhi
QNET Promoter Held At Delhi Airport In 10,000cr Fraud Probe
Promoters and associates are accused of luring the public with promises of high returns, commissions and foreign trips.
Modi not an emperor to rule forever, says Sanjay Singh
Anatomy of Protests: Police vs Journalists at Jantar Mantar 2.0 | Prasang
Why were journalists covering the anti-CEC protests in Delhi detained when they were there to report on the events? In the latest episode of Prasang, TOIs Prasad Sanyal & Prabhash Jha discuss the recent protests, the detention of journalists, police action, and the heckling of journalists by protesters. The conversation explores press freedom, police accountability, the right to peaceful protest, and the responsibility of both authorities and protesters to respect journalistic independence. They also debate restrictions on designated protest sites, political double standards, and whether the violent protests in Bangladesh should serve as inspiration for movements in India. Should journalists be protected while reporting from the ground? Does restricting dissent pose a threat to democracy? Watch the full discussion on Prasang.
From Delhi to Kanyakumari and back, a ride for mental health
New Delhi: When Seher Hashmi, a mental health survivor, fashion stylist, visual artist and motivational speaker, rode back into Delhi on Friday, October 15, bringing her 56-day Delhi-Kanyakumari-Delhi journey to a close, she also wrapped up a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about mental health. Aptly titled Beyond the Horizon: A Ride for Resilience, 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 .
Delhi sets up DITI on lines of NITI Aayog, to act as premier advisory body
Delhi government has set up Delhi Institute for Transformation and Innovation (DITI) on the lines of NITI Aayog, for policy-making under its goal of Viksit Dilli by 2047, officials said on Saturday. DITI will function as the Delhi government's premier advisory body for public policy, development strategy and institutional reforms, an official notification said. DITI replaces the Dialogue and Development Commission (DDC) that previously served as the think tank of the city government under AAP rule. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had announced the constitution of DITI in Delhi's budget presented in March. In July, the Delhi government approved setting up the think tank comprising a Governing Board and an Executive Committee. According to the notification, the governing board's chairperson will be nominated by the chief minister. All ministers of the Delhi government, the chief secretary, the vice-chairperson of the Delhi Development Authority, the commissioner of the Municipal ...
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Delhi anti-CEC protests: Dipke released after signing peace bond, sporadic protests continue
AISA president Neha Bora released from detention; bond signed by CJP founder says he will not engage in activities that would breach peace or create a law-and-order situation; womens groups lead agitation, seek action against Delhi Police
Delhi Assembly Speaker Inaugurates Three Community Projects in Rohini
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta launched five development projects in Rohini, emphasizing community safety and access to public spaces. Delhi Assembly Speaker Inaugurates Three Community Projects in Rohini
Uddhav slams govt over Delhi protests, says 'regime needs to be changed'
Uddhav Thackeray criticised the BJP-led Centre over alleged police brutality against protesters in Delhi and said the Opposition was standing up against such actions
Abhijeet Dipke released on conditional bail after Delhi Police detention
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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke granted conditional bail, asked to sign peace bond
New Delhi, Oct 17:Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke was granted conditional bail and asked to sign a peace bond on Saturday, police sources said. Dipke was detained moments after he stepped out of his house in Delhis Jhandewalan area to participate in the CJPs Lehra Do Tiranga protest at Connaught Place on Friday. [] The post CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke granted conditional bail, asked to sign peace bond first appeared on Highland Post .
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Delhi court rejects bail pleas of former DGHS Vatsala Aggarwal, Vinod Kumar Ranga
The Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday rejected the bail applications of former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Aggarwal and Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga in an alleged Rs 700-crore corruption case involving the procurement of medical goods at higher prices, citing the gravity of the offences and the need for further investigation.
Neha Bora Released From Detention, Demands Abhijeet Dipkes Release
AISA president Neha Bora was released from preventive detention in Delhi and demanded the release of Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke, who remains in detention. The developments come amid protests seeking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
'Frothing at mouth': Did noodles cause deaths of 5 family members in Greater Noida?
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Hyderabad, Oct 17 (IANS) Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Konda Vishweshwar Reddy has connected India's long-unresolved border enclaves with Bangladesh to the ongoing protests in Delhi against the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, adding that the past territorial anomalies enabled illegal migration that still affects voter lists today. In a video explanation circulating widely, Reddy described the pre-2015 situation as one of the most bizarre international borders in existence. India had 111 enclaves inside Bangladesh while Bangladesh had 51 enclaves inside India. In some places the complexity ran deeper: second-order enclaves existed where a Bangladeshi pocket lay inside an Indian enclave that itself sat inside Bangladesh, and vice versa. These territories, left over from the Partition era, created service-less zones in which residents lacked reliable access to administration, identity documents and clear citizenship pathways for decades. The anomalies were finally settled through the 2015 Land Boundary Agreement, negotiated and passed by the Parliament under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Under the swap, residents were given the choice of citizenship and the last remaining pockets of foreign territory on either side of the border were eliminated. Reddy presented this resolution as the closure of a long-standing irregularity that had facilitated unchecked movement across the frontier. Such stupid borders were designed for political interests... and they continued from the day of Partition till recently, till 2015 until the Narendra Modi government came, the Telangana BJP MP said. He then linked that history directly to the current protests in the national capital. Demonstrators have opposed the Election Commission's SIR exercise, which critics claim has removed more than 130 million names from the electoral rolls, Reddy added. Supporters of the BJP MP's video said that the voter revision is a necessary housekeeping measure to identify and delete illegal or ineligible entries. Protesters, by contrast, said that large numbers of genuine eligible voters have been wrongly struck off and have demanded the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Reddy framed the voter revision exercise as a logical continuation of earlier efforts to regularise citizenship and prevent infiltration from distorting democratic processes. He contended that porous borders and political patronage in certain states had previously allowed illegal migration to continue as a form of vote-bank politics, naming the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal and the Congress in Assam and elsewhere, with effects felt as far as Hyderabad, Delhi, Bihar and Odisha. In related remarks, the Telangana BJP MP broadened the charge. He alleged that recent protests and digital campaigns form part of a coordinated international effort aimed at regime change against Prime Minister Modi. According to Reddy, a diverse coalition of opposition parties and fringe groupsincluding the Congress, Samajwadi Party, DMK and extreme organisations, together with external actorsshare a single objective: to unseat the government. They (Opposition) do not have a common cause. The common cause is not NEET, not the UPI payment system, not the Election Commission... The common cause is to defeat PM Modi, regime change, he said, insisting that leadership change in a democracy must occur only through elections, not through orchestrated street agitation. Reddy also claimed large-scale manipulation of social-media metrics. Referring to an independent political figure associated with the Aam Aadmi Party, the Telangana BJP MP described a sudden surge of millions of Instagram followers as 100 per cent fake, 100 per cent paid, contrasting the online numbers with the modest physical turnout at the early stages of the protests. He also warned of multifaceted external pressures targeting India's economic stabilitycurrency volatility, disruptions in oil trade, and potential impacts on the information-technology and pharmaceutical sectors. In his view, strong leadership under PM Modi has so far enabled India to navigate these challenges while preserving strategic and economic autonomy. The discussion has added a historical dimension to an already polarised debate over electoral integrity, citizenship verification and the legacy of Partition-era borders. While the 2015 agreement resolved the enclave problem on paper, questions about migration, documentation and the accuracy of voter lists continue to surface. As protests persist in Delhi, interpretations of the SIR remain sharply divided; one side sees it as a safeguard against illegal entries, the other as an overreach that disenfranchises citizens. Reddy's intervention has injected the story of the old enclaves into that contemporary argument, presenting the current clean-up of electoral rolls as the unfinished business of regularising who belongs on India's voter lists.
Dubai-Bound Emirates Flight Delayed At Delhi Airport After Bird Strike | Watch Video
An aircraft inspection and repair following a bird strike on arrival from Dubai pushes the return service to 7 am Sunday, with hotel accommodation being arranged for affected passengers.
Delhi has achieved 211 good-to-moderate air quality days in 2026: Environment Minister
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Delhi has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to improve air quality, recording 211 days of Good, Satisfactory and Moderate Air Quality as of October 17, marking its best performance since 2016, except for the COVID-affected year 2020, said the city's Environment Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa. Significantly, with more than two months of the year remaining, Delhi has already surpassed the total number of Good-to-Moderate air quality days recorded during the entire year in most previous years, including 200 days in 2025, 209 days in 2024, 206 days in 2023, 159 days in 2018 and 110 days in 2016, he said. He said under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi government has adopted a comprehensive, coordinated and result-oriented approach towards combating air pollution, and the sustained efforts of various agencies and stakeholders are beginning to show positive outcomes. The Minister highlighted that the number of Poor, Very Poor and Severe air quality days during the corresponding period has also declined substantially, from 168 days in 2016 to just 79 days in 2026. Meanwhile, the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) reviewed enforcement actions, inspection findings and compliance status across the National Capital Region (NCR) at the 141st meeting of its Enforcement Task Force (ETF), held on Friday. During the 15-day reporting period from September 25 to October 9, a total of 124 inspections were reported, comprising six inspections at Construction and Demolition (C&D) sites, 54 in the industrial sector and 64 related to Diesel Generator (DG) sets. These inspections resulted in 55 reported violations, including five at C&D sites, 35 in the industrial sector and 15 related to DG sets, said a statement issued by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. In a separate development, a team led by T.S. Panwar, Member (Technical), CAQM, visited Firozpur and Faridkot districts in Punjab on Saturday to review the ground-level implementation of measures to prevent paddy stubble burning during the ongoing harvesting season. During the meeting, the team reviewed the preparedness of the district administrations and coordination among concerned departments for effective in-situ and ex-situ management and utilisation of paddy stubble. The availability and deployment of Crop Residue Management (CRM) machinery, field-level surveillance, monitoring of hotspot areas and enforcement measures were also reviewed, the statement said. The team emphasised the need to strengthen in-situ and ex-situ management of paddy straw, ensure timely availability and optimal utilisation of CRM machinery, and enhance coordination among farmers, aggregators, industries and other stakeholders. The deployment of drones and low-cost sensors for technology-based monitoring and trend analysis was also reviewed, along with efforts to sensitise farmers about the ill effects of stubble burning and PM2.5.
New Portal Launched to Assist Victims of Violence in Delhi
A new portal has been launched to support victims of violence in Delhi, offering a platform for complaints and suggestions. New Portal Launched to Assist Victims of Violence in Delhi
Delhi Food Body Finds Lizard At Reliance Retail, Cockroaches At Zepto Store
The inspections covered facilities operated by Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, Blinkit, Zomato Hyperpure and Reliance Retail. Officials found hygiene violations, improper food storage and lapses in maintaining the prescribed temperatures, the Delhi government said on Saturday.
FSSAI issues notices to Nestle India, Hindustan Unilever over misleading claims and non-compliances
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday said it has issued notices to leading FMCG firms, including Nestle India and Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) over alleged misleading claims and regulatory non-compliances concerning certain nutrition products. Taking to the social media platform X, the food regulator said Nestle India has been served a notice regarding its Nestle Resource Renal Vanilla Flavour Powder, a product intended for the dietary management of individuals with conservatively treated chronic kidney disease. According to FSSAI, an examination of a complaint, product label, advertisements and e-commerce listings revealed multiple non-compliances. The regulator said such products require prior approval under the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, and Prebiotic and Probiotic Food) Regulations, 2022. However, the company had not obtained the requisite approval, rendering the product non-compliant with applicable regulations, FSSAI said. It also noted that the mandatory vegetarian or non-vegetarian symbol was missing from the product label in violation of labelling rules. The regulator directed the company to show cause and submit its response within the stipulated period, warning that failure to provide a satisfactory explanation could invite further action under food safety laws. FSSAI also issued a notice to another FMCG company HUL over claims made for Horlicks Mother's Plus Kesar 400 g BIB. The regulator said claims such as Healthy Birth Weight on the product label and For baby's healthy birth weight in advertisements were potentially misleading. The regulator further observed that certain promotional descriptions used on e-commerce platforms did not conform to regulatory requirements and sought an explanation from the company. In a separate notice concerning Horlicks Women's Plus Chocolate Nutrition Drink 400 g, FSSAI flagged several claims including Nutrition for Strong Bones, Clinically Proven to Help Improve Bone Strength in 6 Months and Improves Bone Health as misleading or non-compliant with applicable norms. The regulator also questioned the use of the claim Healthy Muscles, saying it violated provisions governing the use of the term healthy in food claims. It further said the claim No Added Sugar was potentially misleading due to the presence of maltodextrin in the product formulation. Additionally, FSSAI noted deficiencies in the nutritional information table and said the claim of 100 per cent RDA of Calcium, Vitamin D & K2 did not comply with applicable food safety requirements. However, HUL has been asked to respond to the notices within the prescribed time frame. The regulator said relevant licensing authorities and e-commerce platforms have also been requested to take action in accordance with food safety laws. Separately, FSSAI said it has cancelled the licence of Bala Ji Food Products with immediate effect following serious violations of food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements. The regulator said the licence had earlier been suspended after inspections revealed significant non-compliances posing risks to public health. Despite being given an opportunity for a personal hearing, the company's explanations were found unsatisfactory and the deficiencies remained unaddressed. Following the cancellation, Bala Ji Food Products has been directed to immediately halt all manufacturing, processing, packaging and distribution activities, FSSAI said.
India has the potential to produce world-class golfers over the next decade, driven by its young population, wider access to the sport, stronger grassroots infrastructure and greater international exposure for Indian players, said leaders of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) at a media interaction on the sidelines of the India Championship at Delhi Golf Club. Amitabh Kant (IAS), Board Member, PGTI, Ex-G20 Sherpa, govt of India and former CEO of NITI Aayog; Atul Chaturvedi (IAS), Member, NCLT and Former Secretary, govt of India; and Amandeep Johl, CEO, PGTI, highlighted the opportunities to expand golf
In Delhis Titarpur, Ravana mirrors the politics of the day
From Cockroach Janta Party protests and SIR to dengue and Spider-Man, Delhis Ravana-makers are getting a variety of requests and are giving the festivals most recognisable villain a contemporary makeover
An Emirates flight from Delhi to Dubai has been delayed until October 18 after the aircraft encountered a bird strike on arrival in the national capital. Separately, Air India and Air India Express have extended the suspension of flights to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24 amid the security situation in West Asia, offering eligible passengers complimentary date changes.
Congress plans to hold massive rally at Ramlila Maidan, Delhi Police issues NOC
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Rohit Rajbir Singh said the Congress had approached the police after obtaining confirmation from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) that the venue would be available during the period
Delhi-bound Emirates flight hit by bird strike, delayed over 14 hours
A Delhi-bound Emirates flight from Dubai suffered a bird hit on arrival, forcing the airline to delay the return flight by over 14 hours. The return flight was scheduled to depart at 4.25 pm on Saturday and is expected to depart at 7 am on Sunday, Emirates informed its passengers. Emirates flight EK517 from Dubai to Delhi on 17 October encountered a bird strike on arrival. As a result, the return flight EK517 from Delhi to Dubai will be delayed while the aircraft undergoes necessary repairs, the Gulf airline said in a media statement without sharing crucial details such as the number of passengers on board. Hotel accommodation is being arranged for affected passengers, Emirates said. The flight is now expected to depart at 7 am Delhi local time on October 18, it added. Emirates apologises for any inconvenience caused, it noted.
CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Walks Free After Conditional Bail in Delhi
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), was released on Saturday after being granted conditional bail by a Special Executive Magistrate (SEM) in Delhi, a day after he was detained while attempting to join the partys proposed Lehra Do Tiranga march at Connaught Place. According to Delhi Police, Dipke was released after signing [] The post CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Walks Free After Conditional Bail in Delhi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Beyond the finish line: 21 years of the Delhi half Marathon
Running, fitness and social change in the National Capital By Raju Kumar Running has gained remarkable popularity in India in recent years. From morning runners on streets and in parks to marathons across cities, the growing enthusiasm is hard to miss. No longer confined to professional athletes, running is becoming part of everyday [] The post Beyond the finish line: 21 years of the Delhi half Marathon appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi: NSUI Holds Candlelight March Demanding Justice for Ankita Bhandari
They also alleged that a large police force was deployed around the protest site during the march.
Pavement, a readers paradise | Review of Kanupriya Dhingras The Sunday Book Bazaar
Dhingra traces the history of Delhis Daryaganj book market and its place in the citys unofficial intellectual life
CM Revanth Reddy To Meet Top CEOs In Delhi For Invest Telangana Summit
The state government will organise a curtain-raiser event: Reports
New Delhi: An Emirates flight from Delhi to Dubai was delayed until Sunday morning, October 18, after the aircraft suffered a bird strike while arriving from Dubai on Saturday, October 17. Flight EK 517 was due to depart from Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport at 4:25 pm. Emirates said the aircraft required repairs before it 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 .
Govt pushes FTA utilisation with outreach programme in Rajasthan
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The government has organised an outreach programme, 'Leveraging FTAs ', to create awareness about benefits under India's Free Trade Agreements and facilitate utilisation by exporters in Jaipur, an official statement said on Saturday. According to the Commerce Ministry, the programme was addressed by Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Mohit Yadav and saw participation from exporters, representatives of the state government, DGFT, Jaipur Special Economic Zone and Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). The initiative aims to help enterprises translate preferential market access under FTAs into export opportunities through information, capacity building and coordination among Commerce Department, states and industry. It assumes significance amid India's expanding global engagement. The ministry cited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum and Independence Day address on opportunities created by FTAs for producers, farmers and MSMEs, with emphasis on international quality standards. In addition, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has also highlighted that FTAs offer opportunities for farmers, women entrepreneurs, youth, MSMEs and artisans through reduced or zero-duty access. India's cumulative merchandise and services exports during April-September 2026-27 are estimated at $476.20 billion against $418.31 billion in the corresponding period last year, up 13.84 per cent, the ministry said. Major drivers of merchandise export growth in September 2026 included electronic goods, petroleum products, organic and inorganic chemicals, engineering goods, and cotton yarn, fabrics, made-ups and handloom products, according to the government. The state aims to become a $350 billion economy by 2029 and achieve exports of Rs 1.5 lakh crore by 2029 under REPP 2024, aligning with Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, it added. FTAs can help Rajasthan farmers and FPOs access markets for millets, spices and processed foods, while MSMEs and artisans can benefit from tariff preferences and global supply chain participation, the ministry said.
Indias Demographic Advantage Can Produce World-class Golfers, Says PGTI Board Member Amitabh Kant
PGTI Board Member Amitabh Kant: Making golf accessible in tier-two and tier-three cities can build Indias next generation of golfing talent, and the country can produce world-class players in the next decade, says Amitabh Kant, Board Member of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), on Saturday. Driven by its young population, wider access to the sport, stronger grassroots infrastructure and greater international exposure for Indian players, India has the potential to produce world-class golfers over the next decade, said leaders of PGTI at a media interaction on the sidelines of the India Championship at Delhi Golf Club. Amitabh Kant (IAS), Board Member, PGTI, Ex-G20 Sherpa, Govt of India & Former CEO of NITI Aayog; Atul Chaturvedi (IAS), Member, NCLT and Former Secretary, Govt of India; and Amandeep Johl, CEO, PGTI, highlighted the opportunities to expand golfs reach across India, strengthen the countrys presence in international competition and establish India as a destination for golf tourism. Drawing parallels with Indias journey in cricket, Amitabh Kant, Board Member, DP World PGTI, said, India has established itself in world cricket, and we are now beginning a similar journey in golf. Golf is entering an exciting phase in the country. This is a rare opportunity. The crowds coming to watch some of the worlds best golfers will inspire young Indians to take up the game. Our demographics are in our favour, and I believe the next decade can produce Indian golfers who will compete and win on the world stage. Stressing the need to make the game more accessible, Kant added, Golf has often been seen as an elitist sport, but that perception is changing. Tier-two and tier-three cities can produce some of our best golfers. He pointed to a strong response from Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, and cited the Chhattisgarh Governments efforts to promote golf and develop facilities for young players. If young boys and girls from tribal communities get those opportunities, there is no reason they cannot become exceptional golfers. Over the next 10 years, we want to see the game flourish across India and our players win global tournaments, he further added. Kant urged large enterprises to follow DP Worlds lead in supporting golf. He also suggested that 25 per cent of college and university admissions be based on sporting merit, using clear criteria such as state representation, so that athletes can continue their education while competing. Highlighting Indias potential to attract international golf tourists, Atul Chaturvedi, Member, NCLT and Former Secretary, Govt of India, said, I believe India has excellent golf courses and supporting infrastructure. What we need is stronger branding. India offers exceptional value as a golfing destination, both in terms of its courses and the cost of playing. Just as India has developed as a destination for health tourism, there is an opportunity to build golf tourism. Amandeep Johl outlined the tours efforts to strengthen international competition. These include inviting players from the Sunshine, Korean, Thai and Japan Tours, adding more co-sanctioned events with the Asian Tour and the HotelPlanner Tour, and funding Indian players to compete at overseas qualifying schools. Referring to Indias 1983 Cricket World Cup triumph, Amandeep Johl, CEO, DP World PGTI, said, The 1983 Cricket World Cup changed what India believed it could achieve. We are working towards a similar moment in golf. It could happen at the DP World India Championship, the Indian Open or somewhere else. We cannot predict it, but we can keep creating opportunities. Amandeep Johl outlined the tours efforts to strengthen international competition. These include inviting players from the Sunshine, Korean, Thai and Japan Tours, adding more co-sanctioned events with the Asian Tour and the HotelPlanner Tour, and funding Indian players to compete at overseas qualifying schools. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ladakh deadlock: Centre says committed to political solution, urges leaders to keep talks alive
Leh, Oct 17: With the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) rejecting the Centre's draft on constitutional safeguards and democratic governance, Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra on Saturday expressed disappointment over the move and urged the region's leaders to continue negotiations with mutual trust, patience and an open mind. Addressing a press conference in Leh, Kundra said the 32-page proposal prepared by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs was dismissed within hours of being presented to the Ladakh representatives on October 16, a day after they held discussions with the Centre. The government of India is fully committed to finding a political solution at the earliest and to establishing a democratically elected body that fulfils the aspirations of the people of Ladakh, the chief secretary said. The LAB and KDA have maintained that the Centres proposal does not meet their demands for constitutional safeguards and a legislature with meaningful powers. Kundra said the government had made concerted efforts to develop an alternative constitutional framework and asserted that further discussions were necessary to arrive at a mutually acceptable arrangement. It was surprising to see that the document was dismissed outright within just two hours of being received, he said, adding that officials had spent three to four weeks preparing the proposal in good faith. Explaining the framework, Kundra said the home ministry had shared a detailed document outlining a possible constitutional framework for Ladakh, following discussions with the region's leaders on October 15. The document proposes a two-stage approach involving a constitutional amendment and a subsequent regulation under Article 240 of the Constitution, with provisions envisaged for a directly elected Union Territory-level body and safeguards concerning land, natural resources, culture and other issues raised by the representatives, the chief secretary said. He clarified that the document was intended to facilitate further discussion and was not the outcome of a concluded legislative process. The proposed constitutional provisions and the subsequent regulatory framework would require detailed examination and deliberation before being finalised, Kundra said. Several institutional questions also remained open for consideration and examination, including the nomenclature and composition of the proposed body, the method of election, representation of women and underrepresented communities, and nominated and ex-officio members. The authority responsible for conducting elections, delimitation of constituencies, electoral rolls, tenure and the relationship of the proposed body with existing institutions such as the LAHDCs, Panchayats and municipalities would also need to be examined. The proposal envisages introducing a new constitutional provision, Article 371-K, specifically for Ladakh, followed by a separate regulation under Article 240 to define the functioning of the proposed institution, he said. Not every detail can be incorporated into a constitutional amendment. Therefore, a separate regulation would also be framed under Article 240, Kundra said. Appealing to the leaders involved in the dialogue, Kundra said mutual trust was essential for meaningful negotiations with an open mind. Negotiations require an open mind, mutual trust and, above all, patience, he said. He said the government did not want to rush into an arrangement that could shape Ladakhs governance for decades without ensuring that it met the expectations of the people. We must ensure that the framework ultimately established for Ladakh is one with which the people are satisfied, not only the political leaders but also ordinary citizens, he said. Kundra also urged the leadership not to allow disappointment over individual meetings to create a perception that the process had yielded no progress. Seeking to underline the Centres efforts to address local concerns, Kundra cited the increase in reservation for local residents, recognition of regional languages and reservation for women in the hill councils. He said reservation for Scheduled Tribes in Ladakh, which stood at 10 per cent in 2019, had been increased to 84 per cent for local people. The LAB and KDA have expressed dissatisfaction with the home ministry's proposal and maintained that their demands for constitutional safeguards and a legislature with executive, legislative and financial powers remain central to the negotiations. The two sides will meet again in New Delhi on October 22 to discuss their respective proposals and attempt to bridge the differences. Kundra expressed hope that the process would move towards a conclusion in the coming weeks and months, reiterating that the Centre remained committed to establishing a democratically elected body for Ladakh at the earliest. There is no reason for anyone to lose hope, he said.
Ladakh's world-renowned Pashmina, produced from the fine fibre of Changra goats reared by the Changthang community, has reached the national capital through a dedicated stall at Lakm Fashion Week in New Delhi. The showcase highlights the region's rich handicraft heritage, traditional weaving, embroidery and contemporary designs while promoting local artisans, women entrepreneurs and self-help groups.
Emirates aircraft suffers bird strike while approaching Delhi, return flight to Dubai delayed
An Emirates flight from Dubai to Delhi encountered a bird strike while arriving in Delhi on October 17, prompting delays to the aircraft's return journey to Dubai. The airline said the return flight, EK517, would be...
Startups Collaborate with Government to Tackle Air Pollution in Delhi-NCR
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav engages startups to address air pollution in Delhi-NCR through innovative AI solutions. Startups Collaborate with Government to Tackle Air Pollution in Delhi-NCR
'Didn't Know What Hit Me': flydubai Hero Recalls Dubai-Tel Aviv Plane Horror
Smit Machchhar said that the Omani co-pilot sneaked in from behind and hit him. The Indian pilot said he wasn't looking back because his co-pilot said he would offer prayers inside the cockpit.
LPG Cylinder Update, October 17, 2026: A legal challenge involving Aadhaar-based biometric verification for domestic LPG consumers has raised important questions about cooking gas bookings, government subsidies and accessibility for vulnerable customers.According to the reported court proceedings, t...
Jamia rusticates 1 student, suspends 2 amid union poll protest
New Delhi: Three students of Jamia Millia Islamia, who were on an indefinite hunger strike, are facing the brunt of the administration, with one getting rusticated, two under suspension and a one-year campus ban on all three. The students Jasim Khan, a postgraduate student of International Studies, Najmul, a BTech student, and Ebin Basil, 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 .
Petrol Diesel Price Today, October 17, 2026: Planning a weekend trip or preparing to refuel your vehicle? Checking the latest petrol and diesel prices can help you estimate your travel expenses and manage your monthly fuel budget.According to the fuel price information available for October 16, petr...
Gold Price Today, October 17, 2026: Gold remains one of the most popular purchases in India, particularly during the festive and wedding seasons. With Diwali and Dhanteras approaching, many buyers are closely watching bullion prices before purchasing jewellery, coins or gold bars.According to the ra...
Rs 3,600 crore business enquiries at 5-day handicraft fair
Over 7,300 buyers participated in the 62nd IHGF Delhi Fair held from October 13 to 17. Business enquiries at the fair totaled Rs 3,600 crore, demonstrating strong international interest. Buyers from 105 countries, including the US, UK, and Germany, were present. Many brands indicated a significant shift toward sourcing more products from Indian manufacturers. India's handicraft exports reached $3.75 billion for the fiscal year 2025-26.
Congress Gets NOC From Delhi Police To Hold Protest at Ramlila Maidan on November 1
Congress is set to stage a mega rally in the national capital on November 1, after the Delhi Police allowed the party to go ahead with the event at Ramlila Maidan, in view of the electoral roll revision and Electronic Voting
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Fenesta Open: Khushi Kadian completes hat-trick by winning U-16 and U-14 singles titles
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) A day after winning the U-16 doubles title, Haryanas Khushi Kadian completed a hat-trick at the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship on Saturday by winning the Girls' U-16 and U-16 singles titles to cap an extraordinary week at the DLTA Complex in the Capital. Kadian began the day with a hard-fought 7-6 (7-3), 7-5 win over Ranjhana Sangram in the U-16 singles final before returning to the court later in the afternoon to defeat second seed Siddhi Pandey 6-3, 6-2 in the U-14 singles final in one hour and 16 minutes. It is very important to me, and I feel really great about winning these titles, Kadian said after her second match of the day. The whole week has been very great for me, playing 15 matches in a row in one week. This was a test for me, and thankfully I have passed this test quite successfully. I am very happy that my hard work has paid off. This is the biggest tournament we have, and I wanted to win this tournament at least once in my career. Kadian credited her parents and coaching team for their constant support and encouragement. The triumph also helped her overcome painful memories from an earlier edition of the Nationals. I want to be an inspiration, she added. My mother and my father, they keep me motivated, and especially my coaches. They all keep supporting me. I'm so happy that they are there for me and clapping for every point and motivating me. A few years back, in the Under-12 nationals, I got injured badly, and I wanted to win those nationals but couldnt. So, I really wanted to win the Nationals this time, and I'm very happy about it. Chandigarhs Ribhav Saroha also completed a memorable double, adding the Boys U-16 singles title to the U-18 crown he won last weekend. The top seed defeated unseeded Yashwin Dahiya 6-2, 6-3 in the final in one hour and 32 minutes. It feels great, to be honest. It's a really special feeling for me, Saroha said. This is the National tournament of India, which is really prestigious to me, and I feel really great. I'm really grateful to the people who have supported me in this success. Saroha said winning the U-18 title was particularly special because he had to compete against older players. Winning the Under-18 title for me is really special. Competing against players who are older than me, it's really great to compete with them and to win the Under-18s; it's been really special. Saket Jain, Executive Director and Business Head of Fenesta Building Systems, Indian hockey player and 2026 Asian Games gold medallist Jyoti Rumavat, and Asian Games shooting silver medallist Niraj Kumar graced the occasion as chief guests and were present for the prize distribution ceremony. Meanwhile, Karnatakas Puneeth Manohar completed a double in the Boys' U-14 category, adding the singles title to the doubles crown he won on Friday. The second seed defeated fifth seed S. Chintagunta 6-3, 6-2 in the final in one hour and 28 minutes. I am very happy that I won the tournament, Manohar said after the match. The score was 6-3, 6-2, but it was a good fight from my opponent, and I am happy that I got the win. Now that I am done with the U-14, I will be focusing more on the U-18 World Tennis Tour. Results (all finals): Boys' U-16 Singles: Ribhav Saroha [1] def. Yashwin Dahiya 6-2, 6-3 Girls' U-16 Singles: Khushi Kadian [14] def. Ranjhana Sangram 7-6 (7-3), 7-5 Boys' U-14 Singles: Puneeth Manohar [2] def. S Chintagunta [5] 6-3, 6-2 Girls' U-14 Singles: Khushi Kadian [5] def. Sidhhi Pandey [2] 6-3, 6-2
Bihar: Pappu Yadav questions the Centre over Nepal policy
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 17 (IANS) Purnea MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav on Saturday questioned the Narendra Modi government over its response to Gen Z-led political developments in Nepal and Bangladesh, while alleging that the Centre had failed to provide adequate assistance to flood-hit Bihar. Addressing a press conference in Purnea, Yadav criticised the Centre over the alleged lack of financial assistance and public outreach for flood victims in Bihar. He claimed that the Prime Minister had extended financial assistance to Nepal during floods, but had not announced any comparable aid for Bihar amid the ongoing devastating floods. Yadav also alleged that the Prime Minister had neither issued a statement nor posted on social media to console families affected by the floods in Bihar. Referring to political developments in Nepal and Bangladesh, Yadav questioned the Centres approach towards governments and political leaders in the two neighbouring countries. When the Gen Z protest happened in Nepal, followed by a change of regime, the Narendra Modi government recognised the government of Nepal. When the Gen Z protest happened in Bangladesh, why did it provide shelter to Sheikh Hasina? he asked. Yadav also questioned whether the Indian government had any role in the political upheaval in Nepal, while clarifying that the question was his own and had nothing to do with the Congress party. If the Narendra Modi government has recognised the Balen Shah government in Nepal, then why are Delhi Police and other paramilitary forces allegedly using force against our Gen Z protesters in New Delhi? he asked. He also criticised the alleged treatment of women protesters during demonstrations in the national capital. Yadav claimed that the national capital had effectively been turned into a cantonment, alleging that more than one lakh police and security personnel had been deployed to prevent peaceful protests. He further alleged that train and metro services had been suspended, internet access had been restricted in selected areas, and activists had been detained or placed under house arrest for participating in demonstrations and displaying the national flag. Questioning the Centres handling of the protests, Yadav asked why students and young demonstrators were being treated in such a manner. The MPs remarks came amid controversy over police action against protesters in New Delhi. His allegations regarding flood assistance, security deployment and restrictions on transport and internet services were not independently verified in the information available.
NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar calls for gender-sensitive justice, upholding women's dignity
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar on Saturday shared insights on gender-sensitive justice and the need for consistency, sensitivity and compassion, referring to two High Court decisions related to sexual offences against women in which the gravity of crimes appeared to have been diluted. In a post on social media platform X, Rahatkar shared details of the two cases in which the accused's offences were interpreted under less severe penal provisions by the High Courts, rejecting pleas to convict them for attempt to commit rape. THE NCW Chief said, Justice must be guided by law and evidence, while its language and reasoning must uphold the dignity of every survivor. Gender-sensitive adjudication is essential to strengthening public confidence in the justice system. Rahatkar added, The National Commission for Women recognises that every case must be decided on its own facts, circumstances, evidence and applicable law. At the same time, these judgments highlight the importance of clarity and consistency in applying the legal distinction between 'preparation' and 'attempt' in sexual offences. One of the cases cited by the NCW chairperson was Md. Ainul Haque versus State of Bihar case from the Patna High Court. The other was from the Allahabad High Court. In the Patna High Court case, the order said, The act of the appellant in entering, late at night, in the dwelling house of a widow who was sleeping, extinguishing the lamp, lying upon her person and pressing her mouth was sufficient to establish an offence under Section 354 IPC (outraging modesty). However, in the absence of evidence of undressing or any act towards penetration, the act did not amount to an attempt to commit rape (IPC Section 376 read with Section 511). The other case, arose from the Allahabad High Court's order relating to the alleged act of pulling a victim's pyjama drawstring, which prompted the Supreme Court to initiate suo motu proceedings, the NCW Chief said. Rahatkar also drew attention towards the National Judicial Academy's published handbook, Judgments and Gender: Sensitivity and Compassion in Writing Judgments, calling for the need for strengthening gender-sensitive judicial reasoning and language. The NCW Chairperson pointed to the key principles incorporated in the handbook that include: Understanding evidence in the context of the trauma experienced by survivors; avoiding language that stereotypes, stigmatises or undermines a survivor's dignity and recognising sexual offences as violations of bodily autonomy, personal dignity and individual rights, rather than viewing them through notions of chastity, family honour or morality. Advocating sensitivity in judicial language, Rahatkar said that gender-sensitive judgments must communicate with fairness, dignity and empathy and treating survivors of sexual violence with respect and compassion, without implying that they are responsible for the offence committed against them.
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Lehra Do Tiranga march: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke released on bail
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke was produced before a special executive magistrate at Mandir Marg police station in Delhi, where he was granted bail subject to certain conditions
'Lehra do Tiranga' protest: Delhi Police files multiple FIRs
Delhi Police has registered multiple FIRs against individuals who allegedly violated prohibitory orders in Connaught Place during the Cockroach Janta Party's 'Lehra do Tiranga' protest. Despite warnings, a crowd gathered on Friday, leading to legal action. The protests, involving CJP supporters and student activists, demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday welcomed the conditional bail to CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke in connection with the ' Lehra Do Tiranga' rally, declaring that the hoisting of the tricolour will always be their fundamental right. In a post on X, Kejriwal said, Jai Hind, Hoisting the tricolor was, is, and will always be our right. Kejriwal's remarks came after Cockroach Janata Party activist Abhijeet Dipke was granted bail in Delhi, subject to certain conditions, said Delhi Police. According to Delhi Police, Dipke will be released after signing a peace bond. This comes after Ratna Singh, head of legal affairs for the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), on Saturday challenged the legality of party founder Abhijeet Dipke
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Delhi Court Orders CJP Leader Abhijeet Dipke's Release On Rs 50,000 Peace Bond
Dipke was released on a Rs 50,000 bond a day after his arrest ahead of a protest march against alleged electoral fraud.
Chacarra Holds Two-Shot Lead At DP World India Championship
Eugenio Chacarra of Spain holds a two-shot lead at the DP World India Championship after a strong third round was suspended due to fading light at the Delhi Golf Club on Saturday. Chacarra reached 14-under par, with compatriots Angel Hidalgo and Joost Luiten trailing at 12-under. The tournament has faced schedule disruptions due to earlier weather delays, setting up a demanding final day for players, including top contenders like Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy, and Indian golfers led by Om Prakash Chouhan.
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Supreme Court-appointed panel launches portal for complaints over July violence at Jantar Mantar
The MHA said that priority will be given to matters pertaining to the use of pellet guns, targeted violence, harassment of female protestors, and excessive violence and destruction of property occasioned on either side
The High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC), constituted by the Supreme Court of India to investigate all aspects of the incidents of violence at Jantar Mantar and other places outside Delhi in July 2026, has launched a portal to receive complaints, representations and information from affected persons and other stakeholders on Saturday. The portal, http://hpec.nic.in, has been designed in such a manner as to enable due protection to vulnerable witnesses and also to keep the identities confidential and undisclosed, if so wished by the affected persons, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) informed through a statement. As per the MHA, the affected persons and other stakeholders are encouraged to access the portal and upload their complaints and representations, making use of the formats as applicable. The portal is launched for the convenience of the affected people, including the affected police personnel, the MHA mentioned in the communique. Apart from that, the ministry further said th...
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SC-tasked panel invites complaints linked to Jantar Mantar clashes in July
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The Supreme Court-constituted High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) has started inviting complaints and representations from people affected by incidents relating to violence at Jantar Mantar in Delhi and other cities in July, an official said on Saturday. For the convenience of the affected people, including the affected police personnel, the HPEC, headed by former Justice R. Subhash Reddy, has launched a portal, http://hpec.nic.in, the Union Home Ministry official said in a statement. The five-member HPEC has been tasked to look into all aspects of the incidents relating to violence at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, and at places outside the Capital, in July during protests over alleged exam irregularities, the official said. The HPEC shall examine all issues enumerated in paragraphs 12 and 13 of the Supreme Courts order dated August 18 and paragraph 5(i) of the order dated September 10, 2026, said the official in a statement. Priority will be given to matters about the use of pellet guns, targeted violence and harassment of female protestors, and excessive violence and destruction of property occasioned on either side, said the statement. The Portal is designed in such a manner as to enable due protection to vulnerable witnesses and also to keep the identities confidential and undisclosed, if so wished by the affected persons, said the statement. The affected persons and other stakeholders are encouraged to access the portal and upload their complaints/representations, making use of the formats as applicable, it said. Apart from the above, any person wishing to provide information/suggestion relating to the issues referred to the HPEC under the Supreme Court orders dated August 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 may also do so through the portal, the statement said. Those who wish to submit the complaints, representations and other relevant material physically can do so at the Office of the HPEC at Shiksha Sadan, 17, Rouse Avenue Institutional Area, New Delhi 110002 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on all working days. Submissions can also be sent by post at the above address or by email, the statement said. While constituting the HPEC, a Supreme Court bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant directed the panel to look into he use of excessive force and violence against protestors by police authorities and other agencies, including the deployment of pellet guns, electric batons, lathi charges, and tear gas without adequate warning or proportionality, resulting in severe bodily harm and injuries, some of which are alleged to be of a grievous and lasting nature. The CJI clarified that the larger constitutional questions related to facial recognition technology, surveillance and privacy will be decided by the apex court itself and not by the committee. The Supreme Court also directed the presentation of CCTV footage to the Committee for investigation. The Police Authorities, Para-Military Forces, and other Investigating Agencies, who were directed vide order dated July 28, 2026, to preserve all CCTV footage, drone footage, body-worn camera recordings, videography, wireless communication records, and PCR call logs about the student protests, and furnish the entire record to the HPEC and extend their full cooperation, it said.
Abhijeet Dipke Released After Signing 'Peace Bond' On Court Orders
A Delhi court on Saturday ordered the conditional release of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder, Abhijeet Dipke, a day after he was detained and then arrested as he planned to head to Connaught Place for a march as part of ongoing protests against alleged electoral fraud. He was ordered to provide a Rs 50,000 bond and declare he won't disrupt peace, it is learnt.
Crude oil prices may ease to $80 by 2027 as supply recovers: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Global crude oil prices are likely to ease to nearly $80 a barrel in 2027 as Middle East supplies recover and the oil market moves toward a surplus, a new report has said. The report from Goldman Sachs said that renewed escalation in the USIsraelIran conflict could keep prices higher for longer. Revising its nearterm view, the investment bank forecasted benchmark Brent at $90 a barrel in December 2026, up from a previous estimate of $85, before averaging $80 in 2027. The recovery in Middle Eastern oil exports, higher production outside the Persian Gulf and dwindling demand had narrowed the global supply deficit sharply. As exporters adapted to the conflict and increased transportation capacity, Persian Gulf oil exports recovered to around their 2025 average by late September. However, supply risks continue to keep prices elevated as Physical Brent crude prices for near-term delivery have exceeded $130 per barrel, while benchmark Brent futures have recently traded above $100. The investment bank found the market nearly balanced in September, with demand exceeding supply by just 0.3 million barrels per day (mb/d), compared with a deficit of 7.2 mb/d in March. The report forecasted the global oil market to move into a surplus in Q4 2026 and remain in surplus in 2027, supporting its outlook for lower prices. Crude prices currently include a risk premium of around $25 per barrel, due to chances of supply disruptions and additional inventory drawdowns if the conflict escalates. On the demand side, global oil consumption weakened largely in China, the Middle East and developed Asian economies. The report forecasted demand to recover gradually as the availability and affordability of refined oil products improve. Brent crude touched $110 a barrel this weekend for the first time since May as hopes for nearterm supply relief faded and traders increased bets on further price gains ahead of the weekend. The benchmark had climbed 3.7 per cent in a session marked by renewed conflict in major export regions that tightened an already fragile supply outlook. Iranbacked Houthi rebels continuing missile and drone strikes on Saudi Arabia impacted the outlook, while Russia and Ukraine also attacked each others energy infrastructure.
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Supreme Court Panel Launches Confidential Portal to Examine Jantar Mantar Violence
The Supreme Court-appointed High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) has launched an online portal to collect complaints, representations, and evidence regarding the July 2026 violence at Jantar Mantar and surrounding areas in Delhi. Formed under the apex courts orders dated Aug 18 and Sept 10, 2026, the committee will examine all incidents surrounding the violent clashes. [] The post Supreme Court Panel Launches Confidential Portal to Examine Jantar Mantar Violence appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CJP's Abhijeet Dipke granted conditional bail, asked to sign peace bond
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke was granted conditional bail on Saturday and asked to sign a peace bond, police sources said. Dipke was detained moments after he stepped out of his house in Delhi's Jhandewalan area to participate in the CJP's Lehra Do Tiranga protest at Connaught Place on Friday. He was arrested on Saturday morning for allegedly violating a peace bond furnished by him on October 10. Based on the assurance given in the peace bond, he was let off. We are awaiting for the written order for further details, a senior police officer told PTI.
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Abhijeet Dipke was granted bail on certain conditions on Saturday, less than 24 hours after Delhi Police took him into preventive custody over his planned 'Tiranga Yatra' in Connaught Place (CP). Dipke was detained shortly after leaving the residence of NCP-SCP spokesperson Anish Gawande, where he had been staying, to attend the planned flag march in Connaught Place.
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Delhi Police grants NOC to Congress for rally at Ramlila Maidan from October 25 to November 3
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CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Gets Conditional Bail After Arrest Ahead of Delhi
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke was granted conditional bail after his detention ahead of a march protesting alleged electoral roll revision irregularities in Delhi.
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Abhijeet Dipke Granted Conditional Bail Day After Arrest in Delhi, Ordered to Maintain Peace
Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke was granted conditional bail on Saturday, a day after being detained while heading toward Connaught Place and subsequently arrested. Dipke was released by the Special Executive Magistrate at Mandir Marg subject to a conditional bail bond. As part of the primary bail conditions, Dipke must ensure [] The post Abhijeet Dipke Granted Conditional Bail Day After Arrest in Delhi, Ordered to Maintain Peace appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Congress gets Delhi Police nod for Nov 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan
New Delhi: The Delhi Police has allowed the Congress to hold a rally at Ramlila Maidan on November 1 and issued a no-objection certificate (NOC) for the event, a senior police officer said on Saturday, October 17. On September 30, the INDIA bloc finalised a joint action plan over the SIR (Special Intensive Revision) row, 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 .
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V-P Radhakrishnan expresses grief over demise of Tamil film music composer Deva
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Vice-President (V-P) C.P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday expressed sorrow over the demise of renowned Tamil film music composer Deva. In his condolence message, the Vice-President said that Deva had carved a distinct identity for himself in the Tamil film industry through his unique musical style and popular 'gaana' songs that captured the lives and emotions of people. Radhakrishnan noted that Deva had composed music for more than 400 films in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada, making a lasting contribution to Indian cinema, a statement said. The Vice-President said that Deva's memorable compositions and distinctive contribution to 'gaana' music would continue to be cherished by generations of music lovers. He described the composer's demise as a great loss to the Tamil film and music industry. Radhakrishnan extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, relatives, friends, members of the film fraternity and music lovers. Earlier, the news of the demise of Deva, popularly known as 'Thenisai Thendral', at a private hospital in Chennai on Saturday sent shockwaves across the Tamil film industry. Deva, who was born on November 20, 1950, is credited with having scored music for several blockbusters, including Superstar Rajinikanth's 'Annamalai', 'Arunachalam' and 'Baasha'. The music director, who made his debut in Tamil cinema in the year 1986 with the Tamil film 'Maatukaara Mannaru', is also known for having introduced the popular 'Gaana' form of music to cinema. Deva, who composed several Gaana songs, has also sung several numbers. Only a couple of weeks ago, the music director, who participated in the success meet of the Tamil film 'Meesaya Murukku 2' had disclosed why he had introduced Gaana songs to Tamil cinema. I was the 28th music director who got introduced to the film industry at a time when music director Ilaiyaraaja was ruling the roost. Before me, 27 music directors had made their debut and could not sustain. It is not a small thing if I could sustain at a time the music scene was dominated by two great music composers. On the one hand was Ilaiyaraaja, an iconic composer and on the other was A.R. Rahman. Any song I composed would either sound like a song composed by Raaja or if I scored a western number, it would sound like Rahman. It was under these circumstances that I wanted an identity for myself and therefore brought the Gaana songs, Deva had said during the event.
ON OCTOBER 16 AROUND two thousand people succeeded in gathering in Delhis Connaught Circus holding national flag to participate in the Lehra Do Tiranga (wave the tricolour) march in spite of the Modi regime unleashing coercive power of Delhi police in an unabashed manner to prevent them and Cockroach Janata Party leader Abhijit Dipke and feisty Neha Vora of All India Students Organisation (AISA) for leading the march. Such blatant use of force and intimidation for crushing dissent did not deter them to hit the streets and exercise their right to wave tricolour and interrogate the political regime at the centre which has emerged as spokesperson of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to defend his acts of commission and omission in implementing SIR in a flawed manner and causing disenfranchisement of millions of voters across India. Such struggles of people in defence of right to vote and universal adult franchise by waving tricolour in face of massive police crackdown and threat of attack is unprecedented in the annals of independent India. Both Abhijit and Neha were detained by police and their lawyers had to struggle through the night of 16 th October to trace them. It is now reported that Neha was released in the morning of October 17 and Dipke is set to be produced before the magistrate. Firing at People in 1938 for Hoisting National Flag Such severe repressive police measures against those waving tricolour agonisingly remind the sinister and brutal police firing in Mysore princely State's Vidurashwatha village, close to the now Karnataka-Andhra Pradesh border, on 25 th April 1938 against people who joined Dhwaja Satyagraha, (Flag Satyagraha) for hoisting national flag. Sadly 32 of them succumbed to police bullets, laying down their lives. Massacre of people who gathered in that village defying prohibitory orders to hoist national flag prompted historians to draw parallel with the cold-blooded killing at Jallianwala Bagh in 1919 on account of firing ordered by General Dyer. Therefore, Vidurashwatha village where people were killed by police firing in 1938 for the cause of national flag has been described as Jallianwala Bagh of south. It is significant to recall that tragic episode concerning bravery of people in facing police bullets for proudly holding national flag and their intent to hoist it . Gandhis on Linking Struggle for National Flag With Representative Government Four days after that massacre, on 29 th April 1938, Mahatma Gandhi in a press statement poignantly stated that, 'There has been firing upon an unarmed crowd, resulting in several deaths and many more being injured. The demonstration that is going on in Mysore about the national flag he proceeded to assert is a symptom of the time. Those words of Gandhi that The demonstration that is going on in Mysore about the national flag is a symptom of the time resonate in the attempts of youth of India, led by Abhijit Dipke and Neha Vora, for waving national flag to hold the Modi regime and Chief Election Commissioner to account for dealing a fatal blow to the Constitution and parliamentary democracy through the operation of SIR in transgression of Article 325. It mandates, among others, that ..no person shall be ineligible for inclusion in any such roll (general electoral roll) or claim to be included in any special electoral roll for any such constituency(for every territorial constituency) on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex or any of them. The flawed electoral roll generated by SIR process has removed names of millions of voters on grounds of so called logical discrepancies and other curated algorithms targeting Muslims, women and underprivileged sections for erasing their constitutional right to vote. When vast masses of Muslims and women are removed from electoral roll then the mandate of Article 325 that ..no person shall be ineligible for inclusion in any such roll (general electoral roll) or claim to be included in any special electoral roll for any such constituency(for every territorial constituency) on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex or any of them stand violated. Such a provision in the Constitution was enshrined to establish representative Government in India so that peoples will and authority is reflected emphatically and in full measure. Kudos to youth of India that they by their actions to wave national flag are engaged in an arduous struggle in defence of an authentic representative Government which during Modi regime is persuasively accused of vote chori (vote theft) against which there is now country wide outrage and protests. It is heartening to note that there is an echo of what Mahatma Gandhi stated about representative Government after the massacre of people for the cause of national flag in Mysore. He said in the aforementioned Statement to the Press in 1938 that the Maharaj of Mysore in response to the tragic killing of people for waving national flag was to divest the Government of its autocracy and to make popular representatives responsible for the administration of Mysore. Those words of Mahatma resonate in the Lehra Do Tiranga (waving of national flag) march in defence of a representative Government based on purity of electoral roll legitimately reflecting mandate of the people. Gandhi went on to say that people sacrificing their lives for national flag in Mysore constituted, in his words, ..small price paid for the liberty of the people. I would, he remarked forcefully, use these sacrifices for gaining the liberty for which they had been made voluntarily or involuntarily. I have been told that the people have been behaving with exemplary non-violence and that the crowd bravely suffered the firing. If that is proved to be the case, I for one will rejoice over the loss of life. It is the necessary price paid for gaining liberty, he very boldly remarked. The sacrifices of people in Mysore did not go in vain. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was sent to bring about a settlement with Mysore Maharaja who assured to initiate constitutional reforms, release political prisoners and withdraw prohibitory orders. In his article, Resolution on Mysore Settlement published in the Harijan on May 21, 1938, Gandhi reiterated that .Mysore ruler should establish responsible government in his State so that the responsibility for law and order including firing, whenever it is deemed necessary, will be shouldered by a government answerable to the people. In that context he thoughtfully remarked, It should further be borne in mind that the national flag is the symbol of non-violence and national unity to be brought about by means strictly truthful and non-violent. Exemplary Nono-Violence of Defenders of Flag People of Mysore in 1938 displayed, in the words of Gandhi, exemplary non-violence in upholding national flag, while laying down their lives facing police bullets. Eighty eight years later in 2026 youth are remaining totally non-violent and peaceful for waving national flag and yet Modi regime, tragically, is deploying massive police force to quell the peaceful youth intending to take forward their Lehra Do Tiranga march. Gandhi had warned Maharaja of Mysore in his aforementioned article published in the Harijan that he should .recognise the signs of the times and establish responsible government within their borders and otherwise extend and guard the liberty of the people under their jurisdiction. Gandhis Warnings Resonate Those warnings for autocratic Maharaja of Mysore are more relevant for Modi regime which has been described as elected autocracy. The signs of our time in India are that people specially the youth are in forefront of non-violent struggle to save the Constitution and defend their right to vote. This struggle cannot be suppressed by police repression contrary to the constitutionally enshrined fundamental right to protest and express dissent.
