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BJP to hold nationwide protest on October 26 against Kharges baap remark for Modi

Mr. Kharges remarks at a Patna event on Sunday, October 25, in which he dragged Prime Minister Narendra Modis late father, triggered a sharp reaction from senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 10:29 pm

Complaint Filed Against Mallikarjun Kharge Over Remark On PM Modi's Father; Congress Backs Him

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is in the radar as a complaint has been filed against him at Patna's Kotwali police station over his remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father during a public event in Bihar. Krishna Singh

Oneindia 25 Oct 2026 10:26 pm

A Heckle That Wasn't, Half A Sentence, Then M Kharge's 'Baap' Line: How 'PM Modi Insulted' Row Began

Santosh Kumar, the man whose four words started the row at a Patna event, said his contention wasn't heard in full, and that he meant the exact opposite of keeping PM Modi in power. The Congress president reacted to the wrong phrase, he said.

NDTV 25 Oct 2026 10:13 pm

Absolute Intellectual Bankruptcy: Odisha CM Hits Out at Kharge Over Modi Family Remark

A sharp political controversy erupted on Sunday after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge used the phrase Modi ka baap bhi jayega during an event in Patna. The remark, made in response to a heckler, drew immediate condemnation from BJP leaders who accused the opposition of crossing the limits of political decency by dragging Prime Minister Narendra [] The post Absolute Intellectual Bankruptcy: Odisha CM Hits Out at Kharge Over Modi Family Remark appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 25 Oct 2026 10:13 pm

BJP slams Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks against PM Modi, says Congress seems more like 'mafia'

The ruling party's strong reaction followed Kharge's outburst during a function on the 139th birth anniversary of Bihar's first chief minister, Shrikrishna Singh, in Patna, where he said that the Congress will send those involved in carrying out alleged irregularities in the SIR process to jail.

The Economic Times 25 Oct 2026 9:36 pm

'Nehru Khandaan Ki Naukri Karo': Giriraj Singh Slams Kharge Over 'Modi Ka Baap Bhi Jayega' Remark

In the latest development, Union minister Giriraj Singh today launched a verbal attack on Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for his shocking comment made on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father at an event in Patna, Bihar. Criticizing the words used by Kharge,

Oneindia 25 Oct 2026 9:32 pm

'Modi ka baap bhi jayega': Mallikarjun Kharge remark at Patna event triggers row

Kharge's remarks come amid continuing political tensions between the Congress and the BJP over electoral reforms, voter lists and allegations of electoral irregularities.

IBTimes 25 Oct 2026 8:59 pm

Complaint filed against Congress's Mallikarjun Kharge for derogatory remarks on PM Modi's father

A complaint filed against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at Patnas Kotwali police station for derogatory remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father. Krishna Singh Kallu, a member of the BJP's state working committee, has filed a written complaint against Kharge at the Kotwali police station in Patna.

India TV 25 Oct 2026 8:58 pm

A.P. braces for very severe cyclone, to evacuate people in coastal districts

APSDMA Managing Director Prakhar Jain says landfall is likely between Machilipatnam and Visakhapatnam on October 28, with wind speeds expected to reach 140 kmph

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 8:00 pm

Kharge's 'Modi ka baap bhi jayega' remark courts controversy

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's controversial remark, Modi ka baap bhi jayega, made during an event in Patna, has drawn strong condemnation from Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and other NDA leaders. The comment, made in response to an audience member's assertion about PM Modi, has been labelled unfortunate and derogatory, leading to calls for an apology from the Congress party.

Rediff 25 Oct 2026 7:59 pm

Campaigns intensify as GVMC candidates reach voters across Visakhapatnam

From fishing harbours and Rythu Bazaars to weekly markets, bus stations, salons, meat shops and tourist destinations along Beach Road, candidates and their supporters fan out across the city, seeking to maximise their outreach as the election campaign enters its final phase

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 7:54 pm

Visakhapatnams air quality dips to Poor category, AQI touches 254

The reading is the highest among the 15 cities in Andhra Pradesh listed in the bulletin of the Central Pollution Control Board; PM2.5 a fine particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter has been identified as the main pollutant

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 7:36 pm

Watch: Cyclone Arnab: Odisha steps up preparedness; fishing suspended in parts of Tamil Nadu

The depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm by October 28 and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, with wind speeds of up to 125 kmph and gusts reaching 140 kmph.

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 7:00 pm

Watch: Cyclone Arnab: Odisha steps up preparedness; fishing suspended in parts of Tamil Nadu

The depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm by October 28 and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, with wind speeds of up to 125 kmph and gusts reaching 140 kmph.

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 7:00 pm

Akasa Air resumes daily direct flights between Visakhapatnam and Delhi; three airlines now on the route

The return flight leaves Visakhapatnam at 9.05 a.m. and reaches Delhi at 11.30 a.m.

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 6:51 pm

Naidu puts officials on high alert as cyclone nears Andhra Pradesh coast

Ten NDRF and 11 SDRF teams kept ready; landfall likely between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on October 28

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 6:43 pm

Mallikarjun Kharge loses cool after heckler interrupts speech, says Modi ka baap bhi jaayega

During a speech in Patna, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge got into a heated exchange with an audience member who claimed that Prime Minister Modi isnt going anywhere. Kharge sharply retorted, Modi ka baap bhi jayega (Even Modis father will go), sparking a major ruckus at the event. The incident occurred during the 139th birth anniversary celebration of Bihars first Chief Minister, Dr. Shri Krishna Singh.

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 6:38 pm

Mallikarjun Kharge On PM Modi: Patna Kharge , PM

Mallikarjun Kharge On PM Modi: , | Breaking News

NDTV 25 Oct 2026 6:02 pm

2nd ODI: Harmanpreet, Deepti Hit Centuries As India Post 328/6 Against Zimbabwe

ODI World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma centuries each while sharing a 153-run stand for the fifth wicket as India recovered from an early wobble to post 328/6 against Zimbabwe in the second womens ODI here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday. Put in to bat, India were rocked inside the first three overs when Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma fell cheaply. Harmanpreet and Pratika Rawal steadied the ship with a 124-run third-wicket partnership. Pratika looked increasingly assured against the spinners before holing out for 61 off 67 balls, laced with four boundaries and two sixes. Harmanpreet, by contrast, looked in control with her backfoot and off-side shots to hit a 121-ball 126 laced with 15 boundaries. She was dropped three times on her way to reaching her eighth ODI hundred. Deepti, meanwhile, got India some momentum back with a fluent knock built largely on the sweep shot, which fetched her 36 runs including eight boundaries. Deepti went on to complete her second ODI hundred in the final over, finishing unbeaten on 106 off 86 balls laced with 15 boundaries. Her 83-ball century is the fifth fastest by an India womens batter in ODIs, and also became the first Indian woman to score a hundred at number six or lower, bettering Richa Ghoshs 94 against South Africa coming in 2025 ODI World Cup in Visakhapatnam. The 153-run stand off 137 balls between Harmanpreet and Deepti is now India womens highest partnership for the fifth wicket or lower in ODIs, eclipsing the 122-run association between Sneh Rana and Pooja Vastrakar against Pakistan in the 2022 ODI World Cup. With Zimbabwe facing a daunting chase, India are firm favourites to win the match and clinch the series with a game to spare. After electing to bat first, India were off to a very shaky start. Nomvelo Sibanda struck in the very first over when Smriti Mandhana went for an ill-judged pull off a short, wide delivery and was caught by short third. Nomvelo claimed her second scalp when Shafali Verma (8) pulled one low towards midwicket, ho held a sharp catch inches off the ground, a decision upheld by the TV umpire. With India at 19/2, Harmanpreet and Pratika then set about repairing the damage. The India captain took a liking to Sibanda and Tendai Makusha, and found the boundary fence with a series of crisp drives and cuts, while a pristine Pratika struck the first six of the match by lofting Tendai Makusha over long-on in the 10th over. The pair brought up Indias hundred in the 16th over, before Pratika completed her half-century off 57 balls and celebrated by stepping out to loft Loryn Phiri for a six straight down the ground. An over later, Harmanpreet reached her fifty off 51 deliveries. Zimbabwes fielding effort was also hit by injuries, with Tiripano hurting her right knee and captain Josephine Nkomo leaving the field after a diving stop. Nyasha Gwanzura finally broke the 126-run third-wicket stand in the 23rd over when Pratika, who was dropped on 59, swept straight into the hands of deep mid-wicket. Leg-spinner Olinder Chare struck in the next over, as Tejal Hasabnis (3) skied a slog-sweep to mid-on. Harmanpreet, who was dropped on 66 by Nkomo at short midwicket, and Deepti Sharma steadied the innings to keep India going. After Harmanpreet cut Nyasha for four, Deepti cashed in on some wayward bowling down the leg side, sweeping repeatedly to the fine-leg boundary while cutting and pulling at times to race 45 off 35 balls, with Harmanpreet unbeaten on 88 off as many balls at the second drinks break. Post that, Deepti brought up her fifty off 37 balls in the 35th over by sweeping a Nomvelo full toss past square leg, and kept up the pressure with a string of sweeps against the Zimbabwe spinners. Harmanpreet, meanwhile, moved through the nineties with a classy drive through extra cover off Tendai Makusha before completing her century off 101 balls with a fine sweep off Beloved Biza in the 41st over. It was her eighth ODI hundred, but Harmanpreet kept her celebration low-key - settling for a handshake with Deepti as the dressing room rose to applaud. Zimbabwes woes in the field continued, with Harmanpreet getting two more lives - Michelle Mavunga failed to hold on to a diving chance at long-on, while Sibanda spilled a chance at backward point. The pair helped India race past 300 in the 46th over before Michelle finally ended Harmanpreets stay by luring her into a big hit with a slower, fuller delivery that was caught by substitute fielder at long-off. It ended Harmanpreets 152-run stand for the fifth wicket with Deepti, as she walked back to a standing ovation from her teammates. Richa Ghosh (7) fell soon after, holing out to Chigora at long-on off a Tendai full toss in the 48th over. Deepti, however, made sure India finished strongly. She reached her second ODI hundred off 83 balls in the final over by sweeping Makusha between short fine leg and square leg, and remained unbeaten on 106 as India posted an imposing total. It ended Harmanpreets 152-run stand for the fifth wicket with Deepti, as she walked back to a standing ovation from her teammates. Richa Ghosh (7) fell soon after, holing out to Chigora at long-on off a Tendai full toss in the 48th over. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 25 Oct 2026 6:02 pm

'Modi ka baap bhi jayega': Congress chief Kharge loses cool after heckler interrupts his speech in Patna

A ruckus broke out during Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge's address at the 139th birth anniversary celebration of Dr. Shri Krishna Singh in Patna, Bihar. A person present at the event said that PM Modi...

India TV 25 Oct 2026 5:05 pm

Open Your Eyes: Kharge Targets BJP, Asks Lord Ram To Punish Those Accused Of Temple Fund Theft

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday criticised the BJP over allegations of theft involving funds linked to the Ayodhya temple, invoking Lord Ram to demand action against those accused of misusing wealth in his name. Speaking in Patna, he also raised

Oneindia 25 Oct 2026 4:44 pm

Mallikarjun Kharge Targets BJP in Patna, Demands Ballot Papers and Immediate End to SIR

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a sharp attack against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) while addressing a gathering in Patna on Sunday, invoking Lord Ram over the Ayodhya temple fund theft controversy and calling for a nationwide movement against electoral roll revisions. Invocation of Lord Ram and Attacks on RSS-BJP Focusing on the alleged financial [] The post Mallikarjun Kharge Targets BJP in Patna, Demands Ballot Papers and Immediate End to SIR appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 25 Oct 2026 4:27 pm

No swaying coconut palms, only towering rocky cliffs: Anand Mahindra is charmed by this Visakhapatnam beach. I find this kind of raw beauty compelling.

Anand Mahindra has reignited his 'Sunday Wanderer' series by highlighting the stunning Gangavaram Beach located near Visakhapatnam. He prompts us to consider why this majestic coastal site is often overlooked in Indias travel landscape. With its striking cliffs and unrefined beauty, Gangavaram Beach embodies a unique blend of modernization while preserving its natural allure, symbolizing the region's rich geological history.

The Economic Times 25 Oct 2026 4:11 pm

RJD MP questions 'chain of command' on defamation notice in Bharat Tiwari case

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) RJD MP Sudhakar Singh on Sunday argued that the chain of command was roken in the Rs 5 crore defamation suit against him by senior Bihar IPS officer Kundan Krishnan over his remarks surrounding the death of Bhojpur youth Bharat Bhushan Tiwari in an encounter and an alleged incident involving a teenage girl in Jamui. The MP also asserted that he will seek an interpretation of the notice from the Supreme Court. Sudhakar Singh had publicly alleged that senior police officials, including Krishnan, who was heading the STF at the time of the June 17 incident, should be held accountable, calling for an inquiry into the leadership rather than limiting action to lower-rank personnel. The notice alleges that the RJD MP's statements were baseless and damaged Krishnans public image and professional reputation. Speaking to IANS, Sudhakar Singh said: First, under the Service Act of the Constitution, they do not have the authority to issue a notice to me. Second, I have asked the Chief Minister whether he granted permission to file a case against me. Third, when the Bihar government has an Advocate General, why was a notice issued to me through a private lawyer? Also, Kundan Krishnan did not sign the notice, so it remains suspicious whether he issued it or someone else did. These are the questions, and I hope the Chief Minister will reply soon; otherwise, we will go to court, he said. Moreover, the RJD MP questioned how an in-service officer could issue a notice questioning an elected representative. Emphasising that Constitutional interpretation is done by the Supreme Court, he said: The question here is that a constitutional crisis has arisen: can a junior officer issue a notice to his senior officer? The chain of command has been broken; democracy also functions through a chain of command. Maintaining that while democracy operates through votes, he noted that the executive branch functions through a chain of command. In this command system, how can a person ranked at 28th issue a notice to someone seated higher up at the 7th rank? We will seek an interpretation of this from the Supreme Court, Sudhakar Singh said. Further, the RJD MP accused Krishnan of possessing undisclosed property and illegal wealth disproportionate to his known sources of income. When I looked at the details of his property, I saw that he purchased 16 acres and 88 decimals of land in Kaimur, the details of which he has not yet disclosed. The properties he possesses are worth nearly hundreds of crores. I have a separate account of his illegal wealth, which I will present later. After all, for someone who earned Rs 4 to 5 crore in salary throughout this entire service career and incurred expenses of Rs 2 to 3 crore, how was property worth hundreds of crores generated from those remaining Rs 2 to 2.5 crore? he asked.

bhaskarlive 25 Oct 2026 3:50 pm

Akasa Air launches Vizag-Delhi flights, becomes third airline on route

Akasa Air has initiated flights connecting Visakhapatnam and New Delhi, marking its return to the region. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu announced this new service, emphasizing increased travel flexibility. This development makes Akasa Air the third airline operating on this route, enhancing options for travelers. The launch complements ongoing expansions at Visakhapatnam's Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport.

The Economic Times 25 Oct 2026 3:42 pm

No direct impact of Cyclone 'Arnab' in Bengal, says weather office

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 25 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre in Kolkata on Sunday said there would be no direct impact of Cyclone 'Arnab' in West Bengal. However, under its influence, scattered rain along with thunderstorms will occur from October 27 to 30. The Meteorological Office said the depression that has formed over the east-central and adjacent southeast Bay of Bengal is moving southeast at a speed of eight kilometres per hour. By 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, its position was 470 kilometres north-northwest of Srivijayapuram in Andaman, 860 kilometres east-southeast of Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, 950 kilometres east-southeast of Kakinada, 1,060 kilometres east of Machilipatnam and 1,130 kilometres east of Bapatla. On Sunday, it will gradually move southwards and turn west-north-westwards over the east-central Bay of Bengal. After that, it will move in that direction and turn into a cyclone by Monday morning. If the cyclone forms, it will be named 'Arnab' and is going to gather more strength over the sea and turn into a severe cyclone by Tuesday morning. The severe cyclone may gradually move north-westwards and take the form of a very severe cyclone. It will reach the Andhra Pradesh coast on Wednesday morning. The cyclone is going to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast between Vapatala and Visakhapatnam in an 'extremely severe' form by Wednesday afternoon. At that time, the storm speed will be 115 to 125 kilometres per hour, and may reach 140 kilometres per hour. Due to the influence of the low-pressure system and cyclone, strong winds will blow over the east-central and southeast Bay of Bengal. The wind speed has started increasing over the sea since Sunday. An alert has been issued on the coast of West Bengal from Tuesday, and fishermen have been asked to stay away from the sea after Tuesday. Those who are there have been asked to return by Tuesday. The wind speed will be 35 to 55 kilometres per hour from Tuesday on the coast of West Bengal. The sea will be rough due to the influence of the low-pressure system and the cyclone. Heavy rain will occur in some districts of South Bengal due to the influence of the Cyclone. Heavy rain is likely in South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore and Jhargram districts on Wednesday and Thursday. Apart from this, heavy rain is likely in Purulia and Bankura on Thursday. Scattered rain, thunderstorms and lightning are likely in Kolkata, Howrah and Hooghly on Wednesday and Thursday. It will continue in North 24 Parganas, East Burdwan, West Burdwan, Birbhum, Murshidabad and Nadia districts from Wednesday to Saturday. In North Bengal, heavy rain is likely in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts from Thursday. Scattered rain with thunderstorms and lightning will occur in the remaining North districts. There will be no major change in the temperature in West Bengal for the next three days. After that, the mercury may drop by two to three degrees. The minimum temperature in Kolkata on Sunday morning was 23.4 degrees Celsius, 0.4 degrees above normal. The maximum temperature in the city on Saturday was 31.2 degrees Celsius, 0.5 degrees below normal.

bhaskarlive 25 Oct 2026 3:06 pm

Odisha steps up preparedness as severe cyclonic storm nears Andhra coast

The Odisha government on Sunday stepped up preparations, mobilising personnel and equipment in vulnerable areas, as a severe cyclonic storm is likely to hit the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, officials said. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its latest bulletin, said a depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to cross the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh as a very severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained winds of 115-125 kmph and gusts up to 140 kmph. The system is expected to make landfall around the forenoon of October 28, with the predicted landfall area around 300 km from Odisha's Gopalpur, officials said. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said that although the system was forecast to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh, the Odisha government would take no chances and remain fully prepared to deal with any eventuality. He directed officials to prioritise public safety, evacuation and emergency response, reiterating the

Business Standard 25 Oct 2026 12:45 pm

AP Braces for Cyclone, Odisha Issues Red Alerts, 9 TN Ports on Alert

According to the IMD, the system is very likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam around forenoon on October 28

Deccan Chronicle 25 Oct 2026 12:44 pm

Odisha Vigilance arrests Forest Department officer in Rs 2.60 crore scam

Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 25 (IANS) In a major crackdown against corruption, Odisha Vigilance on Sunday arrested another senior clerk of the State Forest Department for embezzling government funds amounting to over Rs 2.60 crore. The accused was identified as Babulu Suna, Senior Assistant-cum-In-Charge, Establishment Section, Office of the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Sunabeda Wildlife Division, Nuapada in Odisha. The accused allegedly embezzled government funds of over Rs 2.60 crore since 2023 by creating false bills under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) and Revised Assured Career Progression (RACP) schemes. According to Odisha Vigilance, a detailed verification and subsequent investigation revealed that Suna allegedly misappropriated government funds by creating fraudulent arrear bills under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) and Revised Assured Career Progression (RACP) schemes. The fraudulent bills were processed using the credentials and identities of former, retired, and deceased employees of the Sunabeda Wildlife Division to siphon off public funds into private bank accounts of his family members (spouse, brother, sister, and two close associates), Odisha Vigilance said in a statement on Sunday. The investigation further revealed that the accused allegedly manipulated official records to secure periodic salary increments beyond his legitimate entitlement. He also generated excess monthly salary bills over a sustained period, wrongfully drawing more than Rs 10.58 lakh. The total amount allegedly misappropriated by Suna was assessed at Rs 2,60,21,306. In this connection, two cases (24/26 and 25/26) have been registered at the Koraput Vigilance Police Station against the accused under the Prevention of Corruption Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The accused Suna, who had allegedly been absconding for the past six months, was apprehended by Odisha Vigilance from his hideout in Balangir on Saturday night. He is being produced before the Court of the Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhawanipatna. It is worth noting that on October 18, the vigilance arrested a senior clerk of the Forest Department and two of his associates in Dhenkanal district on charges of misappropriating government funds amounting to Rs 65,90,773 over a period spanning 2016 to 2026.

bhaskarlive 25 Oct 2026 12:23 pm

Accused Injured In Police Firing During Weapon Recovery

A murder accused, Saurabh Singh, was injured in an exchange of fire with police in Patna, Bihar, on Sunday during a weapon recovery operation. Singh, who faces multiple murder and Arms Act cases, opened fire at the police team, prompting a sub-inspector to retaliate in self-defence. He was later hospitalised, and two firearms were recovered from the scene.

Rediff 25 Oct 2026 11:43 am

Hydroponic Ganja Worth Rs.4 Cr Seized at Visakhapatnam Airport

Hydroponic ganja is grown in a controlled environment without the use of soil.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Oct 2026 11:39 am

First-Stage Cyclone Warning Signal Hoisted at Krishnapatnam Port

The depression is moving at a speed of 5 kmph, prompting port authorities to issue the warning as a precautionary measure.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Oct 2026 11:01 am

Anant Singh should never have been in JD(U), says ex-Bihar Minister

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) Janata Dal (United) leader and former Minister Abhiram Sharma on Sunday welcomed the party's decision to expel Mokama MLA Anant Singh, stating that such individuals should never be included in the party in the first place. The JD(U) on Saturday expelled Anant Singh and his wife, former MLA Neelam Devi, from the party for six years over alleged anti-party activities during the recent Bihar Legislative Council elections. Speaking to IANS, Sharma said, The decision taken by the party is the right one. We express our gratitude to Nitish Kumar and our national leader, Sanjay Jha, for making the right decision at the right time. JD(U) state president Umesh Kushwaha announced the action on Saturday, citing repeated violations of party directives, alleged derogatory remarks against the party's senior leadership, and Anant Singh's decision to oppose the party's candidate in the Patna Graduates' constituency election and campaign in support of a candidate associated with Jan Suraaj. The action follows a public dispute between Anant Singh and JD(U) candidate Neeraj Kumar during the election for the Patna Graduates' constituency of the Bihar Legislative Council. Anant Singh openly opposed Neeraj Kumar and extended support to Anuj Singh, who contested on a Jan Suraaj ticket. Speaking for myself, such individuals should never have been included in the party in the first place. It leads to a bad reputation among the general public. Neeraj Kumar is an educated and decent man; he will win. The party has also written to the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, seeking action against his membership under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, which deals with disqualification on grounds of defection. Any decision on disqualification rests with the competent constitutional authority. Anant Singh's opposition to the official candidate placed him at odds with the party leadership during a key election.

bhaskarlive 25 Oct 2026 10:53 am

Centre assures support to Andhra Pradeshin semiconductor sector

CM Naidu seeks Amaravati-Visakhapatnam high-speed rail corridor

The Hindu Businessline 25 Oct 2026 8:44 am

Govt Medical Colleges Record 88.11% MBBS First-Year Pass Rate

Paderu Government Medical College recorded a pass rate of 92 per cent, followed by Government Medical College in Kurnool at 90.80 per cent, Machilipatnam at 88.67 per cent and Rajamahendravaram at 88 per cent.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Oct 2026 1:30 am

Centre backs A.P.s semiconductor push, approves rail links for nine ports

Ashwini Vaishnaw assures support for chip-sector research, skilling and AI; agrees to a Vande Bharat sleeper train between Visakhapatnam and Bengaluru via Tirupati as Chandrababu Naidu seeks approval for key railway projects

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:46 pm

BRC pays tribute to fallen soldiers at Danapur reunion

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:35 pm

PNG service launched in Dumraon's Textile colony

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:35 pm

17-year-old arrested for rape of minor girl

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:35 pm

Buxa tigress on Assam border, nears Raimona

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:33 pm

Blast during bomb disposal triggers panic in Siwan

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:33 pm

Bihars water needs should be protected in any future treaty

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:23 pm

Toddler found dead inside temple with deep neck cut

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:23 pm

Family defends Kishanganj man held over terror links

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:21 pm

Woman, girl drown in Kamla river after soil bank collapses

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:12 pm

DM: Repair roads, identify unsafe Chhath ghats

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 11:11 pm

531 food units inspected in state, 15 face prosecution

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 10:07 pm

Bay of Bengal Depression to Become Severe Cyclone; Landfall Expected Near Bapatla-Visakhapatnam

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Pre-Cyclone Watch (Yellow Message) for Andhra Pradesh and adjoining South Odisha coasts following the formation of a depression over the Eastcentral and adjoining Southeast Bay of Bengal. According to the latest bulletin, the well-marked low-pressure area has concentrated into a depression. It was centered near Latitude 15.8N [] The post Bay of Bengal Depression to Become Severe Cyclone; Landfall Expected Near Bapatla-Visakhapatnam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 24 Oct 2026 9:45 pm

Akasa Air Launching Daily Vizag-Delhi Flight From Today

Delhi is a key destination for travellers from Visakhapatnam for business, official work, education, and tourism.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Oct 2026 8:26 pm

Farmers block national highway demanding withdrawal of Warabandhi system

Several hundreds of farmers, led by former Minister Narasimha Naik (Raju Gowda), staged a protest at Devapur Cross in Shorapur taluk on Saturday and blocked the Bidar-Srirangapatna National Highway (NH-150A) for hours, demanding the withdrawal of the Warabandhi (rotational water supply) system and the release of water from the Basavasagar Reservoir into canals until the end of November

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 7:22 pm

Bihar MLC polls: 82.85% turnout in teachers seats; 53.42% in graduates constituencies

Patna Graduates constituency recorded the highest turnout at 57.56%, followed by Darbhanga and Kosi at 54.73% each and Tirhut at 48.51%

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 6:15 pm

Visakhapatnam vs Vijayawada: Tracking the Exact Landfall Zone for Potential Cyclone Arnab

As a potent weather system brews over the waters of the Bay of Bengal, international meteorological eyes are locked on its evolution into a potential cyclonic storm expected to be named Arnab. Recent high-resolution visualisations from leading global weather prediction enginesEuropes ECMWF and Americas GFShave painted a tense picture for the eastern coastline of India, [] The post Visakhapatnam vs Vijayawada: Tracking the Exact Landfall Zone for Potential Cyclone Arnab appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 24 Oct 2026 5:33 pm

Heavy security in Hayathnagar for Indiramma Housing land acquisition

Hyderabad: Heavy security was deployed in Hayathnagar on Saturday, October 24, ahead of a land acquisition drive for the Indiramma Housing scheme. The security was deployed in Survey Number 255 and the Ibrahimpatnam Revenue Divisional Office. According to reports, farmers in the area previously held a protest and forced the drive to be halted. In 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 .

The Siasat Daily 24 Oct 2026 2:39 pm

Todays Gold Rate in India October 24: Gold prices up in Coimbatore, Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Surat, Jaipur

22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on October 24

The Hindu Businessline 24 Oct 2026 1:34 pm

NDA confident of winning all eight MLC seats: Bihar BJP chief Sanjay Saraogi

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 24 (IANS) The BJP on Saturday expressed confidence that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would win all eight seats in the biennial Bihar Legislative Council elections, with vote counting scheduled for October 27. Speaking to IANS, Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi said the alliance was confident of securing victory in all eight constituencies, citing its efforts to address the concerns of teachers and graduates. We are fully confident that the NDA will win all eight seats. The NDA has already won three of these seats, or four if we include the Independent. We expect to perform very well, and it would not be surprising if we win all eight seats. These elections involve teacher and graduate voters, and we have sincerely worked to address their concerns, Saraogi said. JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan also expressed confidence in the alliances performance, attributing the expected outcome to the popularity of its leaders and the state governments work. The NDA has performed exceptionally well, receiving strong support from voters across all constituencies. Voters have credited the NDA for the achievements of JD(U) national president and former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over the past 20 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modis immense popularity and the good work done by the state government under Samrat Choudharys leadership in a short period have created a positive atmosphere. We are heading towards victory in all eight seats, Ranjan said. Polling for the eight seats in the Bihar Legislative Council was held on Friday. The four graduates constituencies recorded a voter turnout of 43.87 per cent, while the four teachers constituencies registered 74.55 per cent polling. Minor scuffles between supporters of candidates were reported at several places. Among the graduates constituencies, Kosi recorded the highest turnout at 52.51 per cent. Patna, which attracted considerable attention following a dispute between Independent MLA Anant Singh and incumbent MLC Neeraj Kumar, registered the lowest turnout at 36.19 per cent despite the pre-election controversy. Tirhut and Darbhanga recorded polling of 42.15 per cent and 42 per cent, respectively. Among the teachers constituencies, Saran recorded the highest turnout at 87.16 per cent, while Patna registered the lowest at 56.89 per cent. Darbhanga and Tirhut recorded voter turnouts of 79 per cent and 78.10 per cent, respectively. The counting of votes will take place on October 27, when the electoral outcome in all eight constituencies will become clear.

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