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71 deaths since 2000: Rising bear attacks in Uttarakhand spark fear as locals avoid venturing out after dusk

DEHRADUN: The picturesque mountain regions of Uttarakhand, already vulnerable to natural disasters, are now facing a terrifying new threat: escalating human-wildlife conflict, particularly involving bears. Residents across the Garhwal region, long accustomed to occasional encounters with leopards and tigers, are grappling with a sharp surge in bear attacks, fueling widespread panic. Villagers are reportedly avoiding venturing out after dusk for fear of attacks. This year alone, bear encounters have claimed the lives of seven people. Officials admit that containment efforts are proving challenging, as strategies implemented in one district often leave other areas exposed to attacks. These massive animals are attacking people with such ferocity that locals are either being maimed, losing limbs, or losing their lives, said a local, describing the predatory nature of bears that strike day and night. The latest incident occurred on Monday morning in Pauri Garhwals Bironkhal block, where 40-year-old Lakshmi Devi was severely injured while cutting grass with other women. A bear, concealed in dense bushes, launched a sudden attack, leaving her with critical injuries to her head and right eye. Witnesses said Devis face was covered in blood before the bear was scared away by the screams of others. She was initially treated at Bironkhal Community Health Centre and later referred to a higher facility for specialized care. Similar attacks have been reported in Paithani and Thalisain, with bears repeatedly targeting victims heads and faces. Between 2000 and November 17 this year, Uttarakhand has recorded 71 deaths and 2,009 injuries in bear attacks, highlighting the gravity of the situation. R.K. Mishra, PCCF Wildlife, attributed the unusual aggression to climatic shifts. This year, there has been very little snowfall in the high-altitude regions, and winter arrived late. Normally, bears hibernate by early November, but the lack of snow and scarcity of food are keeping them active, leading to increased restlessness and aggression, he explained.

NCPCR rescues over 2,300 children in six months, calls for stronger monitoring and awareness

ITANAGAR: The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has said that in the past six months, it disposed of around 26,000 cases and rescued more than 2,300 children across the country. Division head for Juvenile Justice, POCSO and special cells of NCPCR, Paresh Shah, however, said that child rights violations are not mere statistics and each case represents a story of a child and a family. Effective action by officials determines not only the lives of children but the future of the country, he said. Shah stated that both the Central and state governments are committed to safeguarding every child in Arunachal Pradesh, but stressed that strong laws alone are not enough without robust monitoring, awareness and coordinated enforcement. The assertion came during a state-level conference on gaps and challenges in the implementation of key child rights legislations held here recently. Child rights violations are not mere statistics, and each case represents a story of a child and a family. Effective action by officials determines not only the lives of children but the future of the country, a statement quoted him as saying in the conference. Shah noted that the Commission had, in the past six months, disposed of around 26,000 cases, rescued over 2,300 children and repatriated more than 1,000 children to their home districts, supported by new technology-driven systems introduced at NCPCR. He said the focus ahead includes mental health support for children, AI tools to combat Child Sexual Abuse Material and new strategies to address ground-level challenges in implementing key child protection laws. Shah emphasised that the responsibility for realising the governments child rights commitments rests on all stakeholders, from officials and school authorities to law-enforcement agencies and civil society. He underlined the need for continuous capacity building and awareness generation, stating that officials must be trained, citizens sensitised through multiple platforms, and frontline workers supported through regular workshops. Arunachal Pradesh SCPCR chairperson Ratan Anya presented a situational analysis of the states child protection systems, flagging multiple gaps in safety, monitoring and reporting. Citing recent incidents in the state, she said they expose critical weaknesses in existing mechanisms despite strong legal frameworks. She also highlighted challenges in investigating POCSO cases, lack of awareness among stakeholders, inadequate systems to combat child trafficking and child labour, poor implementation of anti-tobacco provisions under COTPA and insufficient monitoring of residential schools. Anya recommended more awareness campaigns by NCPCR and requested the Education Department to initiate sustained audits of schools. State Education Commissioner Amzad Tatak urged district officials to take school safety requirements seriously and conduct audits as mandated under the NCPCR manual on safety and security of children in schools. He said a task force headed by the Chief Minister Pema Khandu had been formed to strengthen child rights mechanisms within the school system and described the conference as an important intervention at a critical time.

Telangana health min stresses on geriatric care for elderly

Hyderabad: Telangana health minister C Damodar Raja Narasimha has asked health officials to provide geriatric care for elderly people. Narasimha said that the standard of living in India has improved, and hence the number of elderly people has also increased. Just as we are running special child health care centres for children, there will be 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 .

AI music company Suno valued at $2.45 billion in latest funding round

The Massachusetts-based company allows users to generate songs via AI prompts, but has been caught in a copyright dispute with record labels such as Warner Music Group, Universal Music Group and Sony Music Group

Congress calls US report on Pakistans military success over India a severe diplomatic setback

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Thursday described as yet another severe setback to India's diplomacy a US commission reportedly mentioning in its report of Pakistan's military success over India in a four-day clash, and asked whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs will register their objections to it. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said US President Donald Trump has claimed 60 times so far that he had halted Operation Sindoor but the prime minister has kept completely quiet. The party's communications in-charge said the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission has just submitted its annual report to the US Congress. The commission set up jointly by the US Senate and House of Representatives has twelve independent members, Ramesh pointed out. The 2025 Annual Report is almost 800 pages long. The sections on pages 108 and 109 are simply astonishing and beyond understanding. It describes the Pahalgam terror attack of April 2025 orchestrated by Pakistan as an 'insurgent attack', Ramesh said. It speaks of 'Pakistan's military success over India' in the four-day clash, he said on X. President Trump has claimed 60 times (so far) that he had halted Operation Sindoor. The PM has kept completely quiet. Now comes this report of the US-China Economic and Security Commission of the US Congress that is simply unacceptable to India, Ramesh said. Will the PM and the MEA register their objections and protest, he asked. Our diplomacy has suffered yet another severe setback, Ramesh claimed and shared the screenshot of the relevant pages of the report on X. China's role in the May 7-10, 2025, clash between Pakistan's and India's militaries drew global attention as Pakistan's military relied upon Chinese weaponry and reportedly leveraged Chinese intelligence. During the clash, triggered by India's response to a deadly insurgent attack that killed 26 civilians both countries attacked targets farther into one another's territories than at any time in 50 years, the report said, according to a screenshot shared by Ramesh. Pakistan's military success over India in its four-day clash showcased Chinese weaponry. While characterization of this conflict as a 'proxy war' may overstate China's role as an instigator, Beijing opportunistically leveraged the conflict to test and advertise the sophistication of its weapons, useful in the contexts of its ongoing border tensions with India and its expanding defense industry goals, it said.

Bihars comeback king: Nitish Kumar to swear in for 10th term, NDA gears up for fresh power play

JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as Bihars chief minister for a record 10th time today, days after the NDA secured a decisive victory in the assembly elections. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled at Patnas historic Gandhi Maidan, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and several top NDA leaders are expected to attend. In addition to the main stage, several pandals have been erected to accommodate VIPs, while elaborate security arrangements have been put in place, with over three lakh people anticipated to be present, according to a senior BJP leader. Kumar submitted his resignation as the outgoing chief minister to Governor Arif Mohammad Khan on Wednesday. He was accompanied by Union Minister Chirag Paswan, RLM chief Upendra Kushwaha, and Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya. State BJP chief Dilip Jaiswal told reporters that the governor accepted the resignation and asked Kumar to continue as caretaker CM until the new government was formed. Ahead of the ceremony, Nitish Kumar on Thursday took to X to share his thoughts, I, Nitish Kumar, swear by God This sentence is a symbol of the unwavering faith and self-confidence of crores of Biharis. Today, from the historic Gandhi Maidan, this voice will echo once again, and Bihar will embark on a new journey of development, he wrote. He extended his congratulations and best wishes to all Biharis on the occasion, calling it a historic moment for the state. Earlier, JD(U) had shared a post stating, History is about to be made in Bihar. Honorable Nitish Kumar ji will take the oath for the post of Chief Minister, a symbol of Bihar's development and trust. Bihar will write another new chapter of development; this moment will be a moment of pride for all Biharis. Let us all witness this historic moment. Following meetings of newly elected MLAs, Kumar was elected leader of the NDA legislature party. Senior BJP leader Samrat Choudhary was chosen as the partys legislature leader, with Vijay Kumar Sinha appointed deputy leader. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, appointed as central observer by the BJP for the legislature party election in Bihar, was present at the meeting, alongside Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal and former Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, who were co-observers for the process. Lobbying among NDA allies to finalise cabinet berths continued throughout the day. Sources said the new Bihar Cabinet is expected to include 16 ministers from the BJP and 14 from JD(U), including CM Nitish Kumar. Consensus has reportedly been reached among NDA partners to appoint BJPs Prem Kumar as Assembly Speaker, with the Deputy Speakers post likely going to JD(U). Sources indicate that five to six new faces are expected in the cabinet from the main NDA constituents BJP and JD(U). Umesh Singh Kushwaha, JD(U) state chief and Mahnar MLA, is likely to be inducted. While JD(U) is expected to retain most of its current ministers, the BJP may bring in a few new faces. Smaller allies LJP(RV) led by Union Minister Chirag Paswan, HAM-S led by Jitan Ram Manjhi, and RLM led by Upendra Kushwaha will also get representation. The LJP(RV) is expected to get three berths, HAM-S and RLM one berth each. In total, 16 BJP ministers, 14 JD(U) ministers, and CM Nitish Kumar will take oath on November 20. JD(U) leaders likely to be part of the cabinet include Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Shrowan Kumar, Sunil Kumar, Lesi Singh, Sheila Mandal, Madan Sahni, Ratnesh Sada, Mohammad Zama Khan, Jayant Raj, Umesh Singh Kushwaha, Ashok Chowdhary, Rahul Kumar Singh, Sudhanshu Shekhar, Kaladhar Prasad Mandal, and Panna Lal Singh Patel. Outgoing BJP ministers expected to continue include Samrat Choudhary, Prem Kumar, Mangal Pandey, Vijay Kumar Sinha, Nitish Mishra, Renu Devi, Jibesh Kumar, Neeraj Kumar Singh, Janak Ram, Hari Sahni, Kedar Prasad Gupta, Surendra Mehta, Santosh Kumar Singh, Sunil Kumar, and Motil Lal Prasad. Potential new faces from BJP include former IPS officer Anand Mishra (elected from Buxar), Rana Randhir, Gayatri Devi, and Vijay Kumar Khemka. JD(U) leaders highlighted that, given the partys sharp rise in MLA count since 2020, more cabinet berths were expected this term. In the outgoing government, BJP had 15 ministers, JD(U) 12 including CM Nitish Kumar, HAM-S had one, and one Independent minister. The NDA stormed back to power in Bihar, winning 202 seats in the 243-member assembly. BJP secured 89 seats, JD(U) 85, LJP(RV) 19, HAM 5, and RLM 4. Meanwhile, Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor described his decision not to contest the Bihar polls as a mistake, noting that his party received less than 4% of votes. In an interview with NDTV , he said, My decision not to contest polls can be considered a mistake. We have to do a lot to achieve a satisfactory result. I had never expected that our party would get less than 4% votes in the assembly polls. Kishor also asserted his commitment to future electoral efforts, stating, I will not back down without winning Bihar. I dont know how much time it will take.

Gold & silver price prediction today: Why Rs 1,22,000 is an important level for gold investors? Top things to know

Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold prices are poised to climb towards Rs 1,27,000, with a stop loss at Rs 1,22,000 advised. Silver is also showing strength, aiming for Rs 1,65,800, but a Rs 1,55,500 stop loss is crucial. Investors should monitor upcoming US economic data for potential market volatility.

RBI rate: Amundi urges 50 bps cut over 12 months; warns US tariffs may slow growth

Amundi, the French asset manager, advises that India's central bank should consider a 50 basis point interest rate cut over the next year. They fear that economic momentum may wane in 2026 due to potential US tariffs. However, robust domestic demand and anticipated fiscal measures, such as adjustments to GST and reductions in income tax, could bolster growth.

UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Over 41,000 vacancies announced, check eligibility, application fees, and other key details

The Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Department has opened applications for 41,424 positions, with 20% reserved for women, closing on December 17. Applicants must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying and pay a fee of 400 for General/OBC/EWS and 300 for SC/ST. Eligibility requires Class 10 pass and an age between 18-30 years.

How To Balance Screen Time With Creativity And Nature For Children

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Rupee falls 18 paise to 88.66 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading 0.28% higher at $63.69 per barrel in futures trade

Hidmas two-decade run ends: How forces killed top Maoist leader who stayed faceless for years

For years, Hidma was a ghost. Security forces did not even know what he looked like, often interrogating surrendered cadres using a catalogue of photographs in the hope of identifying him. A clear photograph surfaced only earlier this year, giving agencies their first solid visual lead after years of speculation based on interrogations and sketches.

Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun leaving for startup

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Diplomacy suffered severe setback: Jairam Ramesh slams Centre after US report claims Pak's success during Operation Sindoor

A US-China report has sparked controversy by labeling the Pahalgam incident an 'insurgent attack'. It also suggests Pakistan achieved military success against India. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has strongly criticised the report, calling it a diplomatic setback. He urged the External Affairs Ministry to protest the findings.

Bloated after drinking milk? Top Harvard gut doctor lists best and worst dairy for your stomach and how to make the right choice

Feeling bloated after milk? Top Harvard gut doctor Saurabh Sethi has ranked popular milk types, revealing sweetened cow's milk as the worst offender. Plant-based options like cashew and almond milk are gentler. You should gradually introduce new types of milk to see how your body responds. Drinking milk with meals can also reduce bloating.

Red Fort Blast Probe Uncovers Al Falah Link Of 2008 Ahmedabad Blast Accused Shadab Baig

According to earlier probe findings, agencies had established Baigs connection with Al-Falah during investigations into the Ahmedabad attacks.

CMA Awards 2025 - Complete Winners List: Lainey Wilson sweeps honors with Entertainer and Female Vocalist awards; Zach Top wins New Artist of the Year

Lainey Wilson dominated the 59th CMA Awards, clinching Entertainer of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year. Newcomer Zach Top was crowned New Artist of the Year. These wins signal a vibrant new era in country music, driven by fresh talent and authentic voices. The awards celebrated established stars and emerging artists alike.

'How can you...': Sunjay Kapur's sister Mandhira accuses Priya Sachdeva of 'erasing her brother's...': 'Safira is stepdaughter, Samaira is daughter'

Sunjay Kapur's sister, Mandhira Kapur, has made some big revelations in Sunjay Kapur's Rs 30 crore estate dispute, claiming that his widow, Priya Sachdeva, is attempting to eradicate her brother's bloodlines, and trying to prove her stepdaughter, Safira Chatwal, as Sunjay's daughter.

Umar Visited Mosque In Haryana Several Times Before Delhi Blast; Maulana, Urdu Teacher Detained

Umar, the suicide bomber in the blast outside Delhi's Red Fort Metro Station which killed 13 people, visited the Raipur mosque several times.

US approves USD 93 million sale of anti-tank missiles, Excalibur rounds to India

The United States has approved a USD 93 million weapons sale to India, paving the way for New Delhi to receive 100 FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missiles, 25 lightweight command launch units, and 216 M982A1 Excalibur precision-guided artillery rounds. The Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has formally notified the US Congress of the proposed transfer. According to the DSCA, the package also includes lifecycle support, operator training, security inspections, refurbishing services for the launch units, and other related elements necessary to ensure full operational capability. The US agency noted that India would have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces. The transaction, valued at roughly USD 93 million, comprises USD 46 million for the Javelin systems and USD 47 million for the Excalibur rounds. The statement says that this sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the US-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of a major defence partner, which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions. The sale is intended to strengthen the US-India strategic partnership and bolster Indias capability to meet current and future threats. The DSCA emphasised that the transfer would not alter the basic military balance in the region. It said that at present, the US government is not aware of any offset arrangements for the sale; any such agreements will be determined later between India and the manufacturers. The FGM-148 Javelin, produced jointly by RTX Corporation and Lockheed Martin, is a third-generation, shoulder-launched, top-attack anti-tank missile. Designed to strike vehicles from above, where armour is weakest, the system features a soft-launch mechanism allowing it to be fired safely from enclosed spaces such as bunkers or buildings. Each system consists of a disposable launch tube paired with a reusable command launch unit, enabling rapid deployment in combat conditions. The Javelin has been combat-proven on multiple battlefields, most notably in Ukraine, where Russian T-72 and T-90 tanks were destroyed in large numbers. The Excalibur rounds provide GPS-guided precision for artillery units, allowing Indian forces to increase first-strike accuracy and reduce collateral damage. The DSCA said the sale includes ancillary items such as primers, propellant charges, Portable Electronic Fire Control Systems (PEFCS) with Improved Platform Integration Kit (iPIK), technical assistance, data, and repair-and-return services. The US Congress now has a review period to raise any objections before the sale can be finalised.

Video: Womans leg gets stuck in vehicle scanner at Secretariat in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Tension prevailed at the Telangana secretariat on Wednesday, November 19 after a female staffers leg was stuck in the vehicle scanner. The incident occurred when the woman was exiting the secretariat premises after work. The employee slipped and her leg was stuck in the vehicle scanner at the east gate of the secretariat. Also 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 court grants permission for further investigation into rape allegations on record provided by Samir Modi

The IO also sought time to file the supplementary record as per the directions of concerned court and the High Court of Delhi. Considering the submissions and the orders of Hon'ble High Court of Delhi dated November 6 2025 and November 11, permission is granted, ACJM Joshi ordered on November 19.

Ankur Warikoo shares drivers salary details, says he gets 11% increment, Diwali bonus, a scooty, and even knows the familys ATM PIN

Ankur Warikoo drivers salary: Ankur Warikoo shared his driver Dayanand's Rs 53,350 monthly salary and benefits, including insurance and a scooty. Dayanand joined 13 years ago at Rs 15,000. Warikoo plans to increase his salary to Rs 1 lakh. The post highlights trust, loyalty, and fair compensation, earning widespread praise online for treating staff with dignity.

CCI moves NCLAT to seek clarification in WhatsApp case

In November last year, the CCI imposed a penalty of 213.14 crore on social media major Meta with respect to the WhatsApp privacy policy update done in 2021

Kerala local body polls: Fed up with neglect, Mundamveli apartment residents to field own candidate

Residents of P&T Apartment Complex at Mundamveli have decided to boycott candidates of all major political fronts contesting from the Mundamveli East division of Kochi Corporation

Nitish Set to Take Oath as Bihar CM for 10th Time

With nine terms already behind him, Nitish Kumar prepares to extend his decades-long reign as one of Indias longest-serving chief ministers.

Kerala local body polls: UDF will weaponise govt. policies in civic battle, says E.T. Mohammed Basheer

In a candid chat with The Hindu, the Indian Union Muslim Leagues national organising secretary and Lok Sabha member from Malappuram asserted that State-level politics, especially the policies of the State government led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, will be the focus of the upcoming elections

COP30: India Delays Climate Pledge, Pressures Rich Nations on Funding

nation can influence others on confronting climate change. Experts say the delay may be a sign of Indias displeasure with a lack of progress toward funding global climate priorities

Kerala local body polls: No clear favourites in southern districts

While the ruling LDF, traditionally strong in the region, is seeking to expand its welfare projects, its opposing fronts, UDF and NDA, are inviting voters attention to the inadequacies in such schemes and other hyper-local concerns

ARC Raiders servers back online: How to restore lost inventory, loot & wolf pack BP after ARC Raiders downtime

ARC Raiders down: ARC Raiders, the co-op sci-fi shooter, faced a massive server outage, leaving thousands of players disconnected and reporting lost in-game loot. The disruption saw over 57,000 outage reports at its peak. While servers are reportedly back online, players who lost items are advised to submit support tickets for potential restoration, though this process may take time.

On Camera: Noida Woman Slapped By PG Operator After She Asks For Her Security Deposit

A Noida woman was allegedly assaulted inside a women's PG accommodation during a dispute over the return of her security deposit, an incident captured in a widely shared video.

From Awadh to Bengal: Old Lucknow to come alive in Kolkata this month

The heritage walk, titled Biryani and Beyond, will take place on November 29 and will be essentially a food walk where participants will get to taste traditional but lesser-known delicacies that will be accompanied with stories of migration, culture and cuisine

Stock market today: Nifty50 opens near 26,100; BSE Sensex up over 150 points

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Thursday. While Nifty50 was near 26,100, BSE Sensex was up over 150 points.

25-year Republic Day parade icon Viraat retires from Indian Army, Presidents bodyguard

Nitish Kumar to take oath as CM of Bihar for record 10th time

Patna: JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as the chief minister of Bihar for a record 10th time at Patnas historic Gandhi Maidan on Thursday. Along with him, 19 ministers are expected to take oath. The swearing-in ceremony will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP 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 .

Trumps green light of Saudi F-35s for MBS is only the beginning

President Trump stated that billions in US weapons sales to Saudi Arabia would be approved in just one day. However, the actual process for selling advanced fighter jets and tanks is much longer. This involves multiple government agencies and congressional review. Concerns exist regarding technology protection and regional military balance. Past sales to other Gulf nations faced delays and restrictions.

These new Garmin features are now live Is your device getting them?

One of the biggest additions on the smartwatch side is Health Status, a feature that monitors key biometrics while you sleep

Bengaluru Heist: How Gang Impersonating As RBI Officials Robbed Rs 7.11 Crore From Cash Van

Home Minister H Parameshwara described the heist as a first-of-its-kind incident in Bengaluru and confirmed that investigators have already picked up important leads.

Telangana: Recruitment for temple priests, scholars, and staff posts initiated

Hyderabad: The Endowments department of Telangana has initiated the process to fill vacant religious service posts across several temples under its jurisdiction. Department director S Harish has issued orders to the concerned officials to identify vacancies and proceed with recruitment. The vacancies include positions such as priests (archakas), sthncharyas, Vedic scholars, temple cooks, and drummers 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 .

Trump to Meet New York Mayor-Elect Mamdani on Friday

Mamdani for his part did not immediately confirm the meeting

Market watch: Asian stocks surge on Nvidia boost; crude prices edge higher

Asian markets surged on Thursday, led by tech firms, as strong Nvidia earnings eased AI bubble fears. Despite this rally, investors tempered expectations for a December US rate cut following Fed meeting minutes. Crude prices also edged up amid developments concerning the war in Ukraine and sanctions.

Major Mishap Averted on NH-44 as Private Travels Bus Crashes Into Acid Tanker

Thick fumes engulf area; passengers escape safely through emergency exit as firefighters drain hazardous chemical.

Tactical projectiles, Javelin missile system: USIndia seal major arms deal; move to help 'deter regional threats'

India is set to receive a significant defense upgrade from the United States with an approved $93 million arms deal. This package includes advanced Javelin Missile Systems and Excalibur tactical projectiles, bolstering India's homeland defense and its ability to counter regional threats. The sale reinforces the strategic partnership between the two nations, enhancing security in the Indo-Pacific.

Rift widens, Tej Pratap says RJD strength will soon be reduced further

PATNA: The turmoil in RJD chief Lalu Prasads family deepened on Wednesday following his estranged son Tej Pratap Yadavs claim that the party would shrink from 25 assembly seats to just five if what he called the new RJD culture continues. In an emotional post shared on Instagram of his newly floated Janshakti Janata Dal, Tej Pratap accused his younger brother Tejashwi Prasad Yadav of humiliating him and their sister Rohini Acharya at the behest of some Jai Chands. In further trouble for the party leadership, RJD workers held protests outside the state party headquarters against Tejashwis close aide Sanjay Yadav and MLC Sunil Singh, holding them responsible for the crushing defeat in the polls. Rohini had vented out her anger against Sanjay and Rameez Alam after the drubbing. Tej Pratap said first he was expelled from RJD and family and now his sister Rohini, who he described as Devi (goddess), has been removed. People will not forgive those who attempted to ruin family, he added. He also cited the seat tally from 80 (in 2015), to 75 (in 2020) to 25 (in 2025). See yourself the seat tally how it reduced drastically in the last 10 years alone, Tej Pratap said, blaming the current leadership for the partys plight. Protesters burned an effigy of Sanjay Yadav, accusing outsiders of interfering in the partys functioning. People who have come from outside cannot be allowed to run the party, they shouted. They demanded that RJD be led by someone rooted in Bihar.

Traffic restrictions announced for YS Jagans visit to Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Ahead of former AP chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddys visit to Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) court, the Hyderabad police announced traffic restrictions for Thursday, November 20. The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) president is expected to arrive at the ACB court at Nampally at 10:30 AM. Traffic restrictions Traffic coming from Masabtank, Alsabhacafe to Nampally 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 .

Kerala Lottery Result Today, November 20, 2025 Live: Karunya Plus KN-598 Winning Numbers

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INDIA Bloc Turmoil: SP Backs Akhilesh Yadav For Leadership, BJP Says Alliance Finished

Samajwadi Party leaders said Akhilesh Yadav has demonstrated both sacrifice and organisational strength, qualities they believe should make him natural leader of the INDIA bloc.

ARC Raiders down: Why is ARC Raiders facing an outage, and is Cloudflare/AWS the reason?

ARC Raiders down: ARC Raiders, the co-op sci-fi shooter, is experiencing significant server problems. Players are reporting connection errors and backend issues. Reports suggest these problems might be connected to recent widespread outages affecting Cloudflare and AWS. Embark Studios has not yet confirmed this link. Thousands of players are affected by these disruptions.

Cyclone Threat Looms Over AP as Low-Pressure Forms

IMD predicts rains across coastal and south Andhra districts; severe cold wave grips agency areas with temperatures plunging to 4.6C.

Brave cop killed in Chhattisgarh Maoist encounter

BHOPAL: A young inspector of Madhya Pradeshs elite anti-Naxal Hawk Force died after being hit by multiple bullets during a gun battle with armed Naxal cadres in the Kanghurra jungles of Chhattisgarh on Wednesday morning. Ashish Sharma, a decorated officer who had received two gallantry medals from the central government and formed the core of many critical Hawk Force operations, was struck by bullets fired by Naxal cadres near the tri-junction of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh around 8.30 am. Even after taking heavy fire, Sharma continued to lead his team. Bleeding from multiple wounds, he kept firing at the cadres hiding behind thick forest cover until he collapsed. His injuries were severe, with bullet wounds to his shoulder, abdomen, thigh and hands. He was rushed to the Dongargarh community health centre in Chhattisgarhs Rajnandgaon district, but he died despite doctors efforts to save him. We also had the helicopter ambulance ready to airlift him for life-saving treatment at a specialised centre, but he couldnt survive. Weve lost a brave inspector, who formed the core of our most crucial operations and had been awarded an out-of-turn promotion from sub-inspector to inspector this year only due to his key role in the February 19 encounter in the Raunda forests of Balaghat district, which had resulted in the elimination of four hardcore women naxal cadres, special DG (anti-naxal operations) Pankaj Srivastava told TNIE. At the time of the encounter, multiple joint combing and search operations were underway in the dense forests along the three-state border. The teams were acting on specific inputs about the movement of 1315 armed Naxal cadres in the area. The gun battle broke out early Wednesday, and combing operations are still in progress. Search operations after the incident led the cops to massive blood stains, backpacks and other materials, based on which massive damage (including possibly casualty) to the outlaws cannot be ruled out, Srivastava added. Sharma was a native of Gadarwara in Narsinghpur district and had joined the Madhya Pradesh Police as a sub-inspector nine years ago. He was promoted earlier this year in recognition of his outstanding service. According to reports from Narsinghpur, he was to be married in January 2026. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav condoled the death, saying, He displayed unprecedented valour and courage during the joint operation by the police forces of the three states in the jungles of Chhattisgarhs Rajnandgaon district. His supreme sacrifice in the national campaign to wipe out Naxalism will remain unforgettable. Struck by Naxals bullets, he fought till the end Ashish Sharma, a decorated officer who had received two gallantry medals from the central government and formed the core of many critical Hawk Force operations, was struck by bullets fired by Naxal cadres near the tri-junction of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh around 8.30 am. Even after taking heavy fire, Sharma continued to lead his team. Bleeding from multiple wounds, he kept firing at the cadres hiding behind thick forest cover until he collapsed.

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NEW DELHI: Still reeling from its devastating performance in the Bihar Assembly elections, the Congress now faces a critical test of biannual Rajya Sabha elections, scheduled for early next year. With the partys Assembly seats shrinking in several key states and alliance leverage weakening, it may struggle to retain its influence in the Upper House. Elections for 75 seats in the Rajya Sabha are scheduled across April, June, and November 2026. While the BJP-led NDA is expected to make net gains, the elections may present an uphill task for the Congress with its weakened MLA base and rising internal dissent. The elections will see seats vacated across multiple states, including Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Himachal Pradesh, among others. Although Congress may lose some seats, it is likely to retain as many as nine seatsthree from Karnataka, two from Telangana, one each from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. With some seasoned leaders set to exit, the elections are viewed as crucial by many. Some of the leaders who complete their term in the Upper House include Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, veteran leaders Digvijaya Singh and Shakti Singh Gohil. Another leader who completes his term is senior advocate and Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi from Telangana in April 2026. While Kharge, whose term from Karnataka ends on June 25, 2026, is expected to be renominated for another term, says party sources. Kharge is the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha (LoP) as well. While veteran leaders may push for renomination, arguing that experienced voices are needed in the Upper House, a section of leaders also root for fielding fresh faces to revive the partys prospects in Parliament and state units. Although the official candidate selection process is months away, the sources say that some names are already doing the rounds. While Congress is expected to hold ground in Karnataka and Telangana, it risks losing seats in states where its footprint has shrunk. The partys hopes also hinge on coalition arithmetic in Maharashtra, where shifting alliances and fragmented mandates could influence the outcome Meanwhile, regional allies within the INDIA bloc will also play a critical role in negotiating seat-sharing arrangements, making strategic alliances more crucial than ever. Maharashtra will see seven seats vacant in April 2026, with Sharad Pawar (NCP-SP), Priyanka Chaturvedi (Shiv Sena UBT), and Union Minister Ramdas Athawale completing their terms. Congress is entering these elections with limited leverage. The Bihar election has reduced its bargaining power among the allies, said a senior party leader. Success will depend not just on numbers, but on negotiation skills and candidate selection. On the other hand, the BJP-led NDA, buoyed by strong Assembly numbers in key states, is expected to leverage its dominance to gain additional Rajya Sabha seats, further squeezing Congress. Kharge, Singhvi among those completing terms this year Some of the leaders who complete their term in the Upper House include Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, veteran leaders Digvijaya Singh and Shakti Singh Gohil. Another leader who completes his term is senior advocate and Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi from Telangana in April 2026.

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