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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) Delhi-NCR residents experienced a wintry chill on Monday morning, with winter gradually setting in across the region. Meanwhile, the air quality fell to the 'very poor category, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 310 after a few days' respite because of the rain last week. Several monitoring stations across the national Capital and its surrounding areas reported 'poor' to 'very poor' air quality. The AQI stood at 313 in Burari, 258 in Bada

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Monday and address the gathering, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said. The four-day summit, scheduled to be held from November 2 to 5, will bring together global policymakers, investors, financial institutions and industry leaders to promote investment, innovation and international partnerships in the renewable energy sector. The

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Sunday said that democracy can flourish only when citizens remain vigilant, democratic institutions are respected and constitutional values are upheld. Addressing a Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy) public awareness conference in Rohini, Gupta said safeguarding democracy is a collective responsibility that demands awareness, participation and commitment from every citizen. The conferen

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) With the aim of connecting people with Delhi's rich heritage, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), in association with the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), will organise a guided heritage walk at Sanjay Van on November 14, an official said on Sunday. The participation fee is Rs 500 plus GST per person and the registration link is bit.ly/HeritageWalkSanjayVan. The walk will cover five locations: the Historic Well, the Large For

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and city BJP president Harsh Malhotra on Sunday joined a march organised at Hari Nagar to demand justice for the families affected by the 1984 Sikh genocide and to keep alive the memories of that horrific tragedy. Senior BJP leaders, public representatives and thousands of members of the Sikh community participated in the march, expressing solidarity with the families of the victims, said a party statement. Through the march

Digital Desk | Nashik, Oct 31 (IANS) President of India Droupadi Murmu, after the inauguration of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2026-28 on Saturday, said that she felt deeply happy and blessed to be present at the event. President Murmu hoisted the sacred flag and performed the ritualistic Ganga Pujan amidst the chanting of Vedic mantras at the holy Ramkund of the Godavari River. The ceremony was attended by the Governor of Maharashtra Jishnu Dev Varma, Chief Minister Devendra Fa

Digital Desk | Male, Oct 31 (IANS) China's graduate employment crisis has emerged as one of the most significant socioeconomic challenges facing the country. The situation reflects a growing problem of credential inflation, with a bachelors degree that once offered the promise of a comfortable career no longer being sufficient to secure a good job, a report has stated. Even masters and doctoral degrees are increasingly failing to provide graduates with a competitive edge in the job market. As a

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 31 (IANS) After a shocking incident raising serious questions over child safety and supervision in educational institutions, the Haryana government on Saturday constituted a five-member inquiry committee. A six-year-old girl with special needs was allegedly brutally assaulted by a Class III student inside a school in Sector 20 in Panchkula. The government said it would bear the childs entire treatment cost and conduct a comprehensive safety audit of schools across

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Union Minister Kiren Rijiju was bestowed a rare honour on his arrival in Bhutan on Saturday, with Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay warmly welcoming him along with other dignitaries, and then driving him to Gelephu to witness the grand ceremony of the raising and consecration of the 108 Jangchub Chortens. On Sunday, Bhutan will consecrate 108 Stupas (Jangchub Chortens) along the Mao Chhu River in Gelephu Mindfulness City, a project envisioned by the Kin

Digital Desk | Nashik, Oct 31 (IANS) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday said that the Sinhasth Kumbh Mela is not merely a religious festival, but the life force of our rich cultural tradition and the unbroken strength of social unity. He said that through this Mahakumbh, the rich cultural diversity of Maharashtra and Hindu culture will be showcased to the entire world, leaving a global mark of our heritage. He said that the flag-hoisting and flag-worship ceremonies for t

Digital Desk | Dhaka, Oct 31 (IANS) A Bangladeshi court has granted a seven-day remand of two Chinese nationals accused of attempting to smuggle 12 kg of gold paste concealed in their clothing on a flight from Dubai, local media reported. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Md Ripon Hossain issued the order following a remand plea filed by Md Mazedul Islam, the sub-inspector of Airport Police Station investigating the case. The development was confirmed by Saiful Islam, a sub-inspector of the Dhaka Me

Digital Desk | Cape Town, Oct 31 (IANS) Simon Harmer produced a match-winning six-wicket haul while Kagiso Rabada claimed three scalps as South Africa bowled out Australia for a mere 111 runs in their second innings to register a memorable 176-run victory in the third and final Test of the series at Newlands in Cape Town on Saturday. With this win, South Africa clinched the three-match series 2-1 and reclaimed the number one position in the ICC Test team rankings from Australia. Chasing a challe

Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 31 (IANS ) An undertrial prisoner escaped from police custody while being escorted into Coimbatore Central Prison late on Friday night, triggering fresh criticism of Tamil Nadus prison security arrangements following similar incidents in Chennai and Theni. The prisoner, identified as Raghavan, had been arrested by Annur police in connection with a robbery case and sent to judicial custody by a local court. Police subsequently brought him to the Coimbatore prison compl

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 31 (IANS) The wounds inflicted by the 1984 anti-Sikh massacre have not faded with time. More than four decades later, the tragedy remains a painful chapter in Indias history. To help younger generations understand the suffering of the victims and raise awareness about the various aspects of the massacre, the BJP will organise a conclave titled Zakhm 84 De in Chandigarh on November 4. State party chief Kewal Singh Dhillon on Saturday said the conclave aimed not only

Digital Desk | Varanasi, Oct 31 (IANS) Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Saturday flagged off the state's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express train between Varanasi and New Delhi, marking a major boost in transportation facilities. While connecting Varanasi with the national capital, the train will halt at Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh and Ghaziabad, connecting several important urban centres and surrounding districts. Earlier in

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 31 (IANS) Differences within the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) appear to persist following the Bihar Legislative Council elections, with party MLC Neeraj Kumar on Saturday making a fresh remark about Union Minister and senior party leader Lalan Singh. Asked whether Lalan Singh had congratulated him on his victory from the Patna Graduates' constituency, MLC Neeraj Kumar said, If he hasn't offered any congratulations, how am I supposed to accept them? However, Neeraj Kumar ack

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 31 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement's (ED) Bhopal Zonal Office has filed a charge sheet under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, against former Panchayat CEO Shobhit Tripathi and two other persons before a special court here in a case relating to the alleged fraudulent disbursement of government funds under Madhya Pradeshs Marriage Assistance Scheme. The scheme, introduced by the state government, provides financial assistance of Rs 51,000 to the

Digital Desk | Tehran, Oct 31 (IANS) Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has ordered that any level and kind of threat from the enemies must be met with an immediate and effective response without geographical limitations, according to a statement published on the leader's website on Saturday. He made the remarks at a meeting with the Iranian armed forces' senior commanders, including Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Ali Abdollahi, Army's Chief Commander Amir Hatami, Commander-in-Chief of t

Digital Desk | Srinagar, Oct 31 (IANS) Police in J&Ks Anantnag district said on Saturday they have attached two residential buildings under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. A police statement said that, continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and the financial networks associated with the drug trade, Anantnag police attached properties worth approximately Rs 2.5 crore belonging to NDPS accused persons in separate operations across the district. In th

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 31 (IANS) Union Minister and BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar on Saturday alleged that illegal infiltrators from Bangladesh were part of a larger attempt to change India's demographic composition and destabilise the country, urging people to remain vigilant against such activities. Addressing reporters here, Majumdar said the people of Assam understood the challenges of illegal immigration better than anyone else in the country, given the state's geographical proximity to

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 31 (IANS) Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creating new opportunities in education and scientific research, but its growing influence also raises questions about truth, trust and human relationships, IISc Director Prof. Govindan Rangarajan said on Saturday. Addressing Adani University's third convocation ceremony here, Rangarajan said, AI offers tremendous possibilities in education and research. It can help us solve complex problems and accelerate scientific discove

Digital Desk | Davanagere (Karnataka), Oct 31 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will launch protests across Karnataka against the increase in milk and curd prices, State party President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra said on Saturday, accusing the Congress-led state government of burdening ordinary people with successive price hikes. Speaking to media persons in Davanagere, Vijayendra added that the state government had presented the price hike as a Deepavali and Kannada Rajyotsava gift to the pe

Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar, Oct 31 (IANS) From the Statue of Unity and the Sardar Sarovar Dam to Vadodaras emerging defence manufacturing sector, Gujarats cultural heritage, industrial development and cooperative movement featured prominently in a series of tableaux presented during the 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' celebrations at Ekta Nagar on Saturday. The tableaux formed part of a larger presentation on Indias cultural diversity and heritage, inspired by the spirit of Vande Mataram. Officials descri

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 31 (IANS) China's efforts to harness immense natural power are unfolding in a region prone to considerable geological instability, a report has stated. It noted that the October 22 earthquake underscores that tectonic activity is not merely a feature of the region's geological past but remains an active threat, posing risks that must be factored into the design and operation of major infrastructure projects. On October 22, 2026, a powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) At a symbolic public impeachment event organised by the INDIA bloc against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that large-scale deletion of voters had undermined the legitimacy of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking at a mock parliament held at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Gandhi claimed that 13.3 crore voters nearly 15 per cent of Indias electorate had been re

Digital Desk | Betul, Oct 31 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday announced development projects worth over Rs 443 crore for Betul district, including a Rs 154-crore irrigation project, four reservoirs and sports facilities costing more than Rs 100 crore. Addressing a programme in Betul, Yadav said the Ramghati Medium Irrigation Project would be developed at a cost of Rs 154 crore, while four reservoirs would be constructed for Rs 70 crore. A barrage and reservoir would also be built in

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 31 (IANS) In the Kerala Assembly, the Chief Minister has the power, the Leader of the Opposition has the mandate to challenge him, but the man who has emerged as the star of the show is neither of them. It is Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, whose greatest asset appears to be his gift of the gab. As the nine-day second session of the 16th Kerala Assembly ended on Thursday, the 77-year-old Speaker had plenty to smile about. He managed to keep the House i

Digital Desk | Hong Kong, Oct 31 (IANS) India had a day to forget at the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes on Saturday -- going down to the UAE in their final group game and then losing a Bowl semifinal to England by three runs. Krunal Pandyas side will now take on Bangladesh in the 11th-12th place playoff on Sunday. In the final Group C match, UAEs Zahid Ali took three early wickets to reduce India to 14/3. Rahul Tripathi (24) and Krunal (15 off 8 balls) offered brief resistance before T. Natarajan smashed

Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar, Oct 31 (IANS) Anti-Naxal units from across the country showcased their role in operations against Left-wing extremism at the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade in Ekta Nagar on Saturday, while a subsequent National School of Drama production brought tribal artists from several formerly Maoist-affected states to the national stage. The parade, held to mark the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, featured specialised forces from Bihar, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Ker

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 31 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is monitoring governance-related developments at the holding company level in the Tata Group, said Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the launch of the Bharat Chamber Investors Forum, Pandey noted that the group's listed entities are governed by disclosure and compliance norms. The remarks come amid differences over governance issues at Tata Sons, the group's holding company

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 31 (IANS) Congress' Karnataka President B.K. Hariprasad on Saturday said that Krupa Alva had been expelled from the party for six years after she failed to respond to a show-cause notice issued to her over activities that had reportedly caused embarrassment to party leaders. Krupa Alva was prominently seen in the alleged sting video linked to Congress Working Committee Member and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. She is also heard making statements in connection w

Digital Desk | Pune, Oct 31 (IANS) In a major milestone for Pune city's public transport system, the long-awaited Pune Metro Line-3 (Maan-Hinjawadi to Shivajinagar) will be inaugurated via videoconferencing by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 4. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and Sunetra Ajit Pawar will grace the occasion as chief guests. The ceremony will take place at 10:30 AM at the Badminton Hall of the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in

Digital Desk | Atlanta, Oct 31 (IANS) The India-US trade agreement has been at the finish line for a very long time, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said in Atlanta on Saturday, expressing confidence that Washington and New Delhi would close the deal while pointing to the nearly two decades India took to conclude its pact with the European Union (EU). The trade agreement has been at the finish line for a very long time, and we hope we will be able to get it across the finish line, Gor told rep

Digital Desk | Vempalli (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 31 (IANS) YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) State General Secretary S.V. Satish Kumar Reddy on Saturday alleged that the ruling TDP in Andhra Pradesh is misusing the police and state administration to suppress democratic processes and target opposition workers in Pulivendula during the ongoing local body elections. Addressing a press conference at his camp office in Vempalli, Satish Kumar Reddy alleged that the ruling coalition, apprehensive of an electoral

Digital Desk | Male, Oct 31 (IANS) Pakistans rapid digitisation and widespread smartphone adoption have quietly transformed living rooms and study desks into unmonitored hunting grounds, leaving children increasingly vulnerable to online exploitation, a report has stated. Investigations by Pakistani law enforcement agencies, including the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), have exposed organised online networks exploiting gaming platforms, dark web channels and encrypted messagin

Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 31 (IANS) A Kerala sessions court on Saturday questioned the police for failing to act against social media posts revealing the identity of the 17-year-old boy accused in the Mercedes-Benz accident that killed a 55-year-old scooterist in Kochi last week. Ernakulam Additional District and Sessions Judge Kavitha Gangadharan directed the cyber police to submit a report on the action taken against such social media posts. The court also expressed serious doubts about the in

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 31 (IANS) Actress Janhvi Kapoor decided to recreate her late mother Sridevi's iconic look from her1986 fantasy drama 'Nagin' for Halloween this year. With Janhvi as Sridevi, Orry stepped into the shoes of late Rishi Kapoor. From the poster to a couple of glimpses from the shoot diaries, they perfectly recaptured some old memories from 'Nagina'. Expressing her excitement, the 'Peddi' actress wrote on her Insta handle, Happy Halloweeeeeny (Ghost emoji) had to recreate on

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 31 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government has suspended C B Ahirwar, an executive engineer of the Water Resources Department posted in Panna district, over his controversial remarks on accepting money offered voluntarily as a bribe, which went viral on social media. On October 30, the Water Resources Department issued the suspension order, with immediate effect. The government held that Ahirwar's remarks, made while interacting with media persons on October 28, amounted

Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 31 (IANS) A 22-year-old outsourced livestock inspector with the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation was allegedly caught accepting a Rs 22,000 bribe from a cattle-rearing businessman in an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) trap on Friday. The accused, Jaydeepsinh Rajput, was working as a Livestock Inspector (Class III) in the civic body's Cattle Nuisance Control Department (CNCD), where he was part of the team responsible for catching stray cattle. He was employed throug

Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 31 (IANS) Six Gujarat Police officers have been selected for the Union Home Ministers Medal for Excellence in Investigation-2026, announced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday, recognising their work in investigating complex criminal cases. The awards were announced on National Unity Day, which marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. A total of 490 personnel from across the country have been selected for the medals this year, with th

Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Oct 31 (IANS) Pakistans efforts to establish a central role in an emerging network of defence partnerships among Muslim-majority nations, stretching from the Mediterranean to Southeast Asia, have brought its strategic ambitions under scrutiny, a report has stated. It noted that Islamabad faces questions over how it will accommodate competing ideological influences, navigate the conflicting interests of Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and sustain its expanding commitments with l

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 31: Veena THE WEAVE, a Bhujbal Initiative presented by Dr. Shefali Bhujbal and designed by Pallavi Goyal, showcased Maharashtras treasured Paithani through contemporary fashion at

Digital Desk | Dhaka, Oct 31 (IANS) West Indies rode on Roston Chases five-wicket haul and an unbeaten half-century from Brandon King to defeat Bangladesh by eight wickets in the opening Test and take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series on Saturday. Chasing 170 for victory, the hosts made light work of the target, reaching 170/2 at a scoring rate of nearly five runs per over, with King remaining unbeaten on 81 and Kavem Hodge providing support at the other end. The result also meant the West Indi

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Expanding the Indian Institute of Public Administrations (IIPA) geographical reach would help make its learning resources, academic activities and professional networks accessible to a wider community, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Saturday. Addressing IIPAs 72nd 'Annual General Body Meeting, Dr Singh, Chairman of the IIPA Executive Council, emphasised nationwide outreach by the IIPA as a

Digital Desk | Hamilton, Oct 31 (IANS) India will consider a few tactical tweaks to their playing eleven when they take on New Zealand in the fifth and final T20I at Seddon Park on Sunday, India lead 3-1 but were beaten by 87 runs in Auckland, a result that could rattle the think tanks long-held line on the starting eleven, as they aim to sign off from the series with a win. The most likely change could be Vaibhav Sooryavanshi coming in, with Sanju Samson making way. After making 67 in the serie

Over 20,000 people gather at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium as three-day festival begins with flag hoisting and Vedic rituals; Scindia administers three pledges New Delhi [India], October 31: The three-day

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 31 (IANS) The 'Run for Unity' event held in Jaipur on Saturday to mark the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel witnessed political exchanges alongside messages of national unity and integrity. Targeting the Congress party, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi alleged that successive Congress governments had failed to accord Sardar Patel the recognition and respect he deserved despite his historic contribution to the unification of India. He claimed that the Con

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], October 31: Miele, the German manufacturer of premium household appliances, has strengthened its presence in India with the opening of its new Exclusive Showroom at Plaza Mall,

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 31 (IANS) Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds is likely to affect several parts of Bihar on Saturday under the influence of a weather system originating in the Bay of Bengal, according to the Meteorological Department. The Patna Meteorological Centre has issued a yellow alert for Bhojpur, Saran, Siwan, West Champaran, East Champaran, Purnea, Araria, Kishanganj, Katihar, Khagaria, Munger, Banka, Bhagalpur, Lakhisarai, Begusarai, and Jamui, warnin

Digital Desk | Sheopur/Bhopal, Oct 31 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department and police have intensified action following the death of a 19-month-old male cheetah, KNG22, which was shot in Kuno National Park. Six forest employees -- two rangers, a deputy ranger and three forest guards -- have been suspended for negligence of duty. Morena police have arrested two suspects and recovered weapons from them. The incident came to light on October 25 when the cheetah cub was found severely injured