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The three sides had convened an emergency meeting of the Strategic Political and Defence Committee (SPDC) of the Makkah Alliance for Defence in Riyadh on Monday to address the regional developments and threats facing Saudi Arabia, according to a joint statement

Commending naval personnel for their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nations maritime interests, Rajnath Singh acknowledged the contribution and sacrifices of their families, whose support enables them to discharge their duties with dedication and commitment

Rep. Beth Van Duyne of Texas announced the H-1B Visa Fraud Crackdown Act on Monday, saying existing penalties were too small to deter employers from abusing the programme. The legislation, H.R. 10643, is co-sponsored by Republican Reps. Brian Babin, Pat Fallon, Brandon Gill, Keith Self and Pete Sessions, all of Texas

Spaniard chef Manuel Olveira, who recently opened La Panthera at Churchgate, retraces his exploratory journey in the city he calls home for the past 15 years

People gathered in front of polling booths ahead of the start of the commencement of polling and waited patiently to vote

In a statement on Telegram, Houthi military spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree on Monday said the rebel group carried out three qualitative military operations using a large number of ballistic and cruise missiles and drones. According to Saree, the first operation targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh

They added, The Islamic Republic of Iran and its proxies must halt these actions now

The protest call was issued after a meeting of 19 opposition parties on September 30

Red-dyed diesel is essentially the same fuel as standard diesel, but it is exempt from highway fuel taxes.

I am honoured. I have been given a great responsibility. I am overwhelmed to see the development work that has begun in Bengal over the past few months. This is what Bengal needs most, Mallick said

The two call centres operated from a building in Ranjit Nagar and were busted in separate raids, they said

CJI Kant said that the court cannot pass an order by relying solely on newspaper reports and it has to look into the responses of the EC and the Centre

The claim could not be independently verified

US prez in a social media post, while attacking US poll process, said 125 mn voted in Indias Presidential Election

Mani Bhavans inclusion on Indias UNESCO Tentative List as part of The Sites of Satyagraha proposal could be just the nudge that we Mumbaikars need to head to this sanctuary

A senior citizen has written in about a Prabhadevi footpath which is high and may need a gentle incline so that seniors can access it

The Supreme Court has quashed a Rs 5 lakh compensation order against Maharashtra FDA in the Pune dairy case involving Gurunanak Dairy & Sweets, after the establishments food licence was suspended following a food poisoning complaint

British Airways flight BA295 from London to Chicago declared an emergency over Ireland, triggering the 7700 code and descending to around 9,000 feet, while the cause remained unknown and further details were awaited

In a post on X, Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal announced that the President, after consultation with Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, had appointed the three Chief Justices as judges of the apex court

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai questioned the Election Commission's handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, raised concerns over voter deletions in Maharashtra and backed the Opposition's October 6 protest, demanding accountability for the issues surrounding the exercise

Global oil stockpiles have fallen to alarmingly low levels, leaving energy markets vulnerable to further supply disruptions unless the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens, Saudi Aramco chief executive Amin Nasser said on Monday

Optogenetics involves controlling nerve signals with light, and helps researchers understand how specific cell types contribute to behaviours like learning, fear, addiction and movement. The trio were honoured for their discovery of a molecular switch for nerve cells, the Nobel Assembly said

The shipment, described as a significant milestone for inland water transport in the Northeast, is also being seen as a test of the Brahmaputra's potential as a commercial freight corridor connecting the region with overseas markets

The Supreme Court refused to entertain the Centres challenge to a Calcutta High Court order allowing PILs over alleged Forest Rights Act violations in the Great Nicobar project. The HC will hear the pending matters on November 25-26, including issues concerning tribal rights

US President Donald Trump mistakenly referred to Brazils presidential election as Indias in a social media post, citing 125 million voters and the quick release of results while criticising the US electoral system and arguing for changes to voting rules

The biennial elections for 10 Rajya Sabha seats in the country's most populous state are scheduled to be held on October 16. The announcement came a day ahead of the last date for filing nominations for the Rajya Sabha elections

Hundreds of French high schools suspended lessons as students protested teacher shortages, overloaded timetables and deteriorating facilities. The movement has spread nationwide since September, with some protests involving vandalism and clashes, prompting government action

Bhupender Yadav, who is also the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, announced the development in a post on X, describing it as a historic and joyous milestone for Project Cheetah

The revised charges are expected to push up IndiGo airfares, with the increase on domestic routes ranging from Rs 100 to Rs 350 depending on the distance

Addressing a joint press meet with Swiss President Guy Parmelin after their talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, PM Narendra Modi said India and Switzerland believe reforms in global institutions are essential to address growing global challenges

Japans PM Sanae Takaichi condemned the alleged murder of a 39-year-old woman in Okinawa by a US Marine. Tokyo protested to Washington and sought full cooperation, while the case sparked public outrage and renewed concerns over the burden of US military bases on Okinawa

According to police, the woman had an argument with her parents on Saturday night. She then allegedly rode her motorcycle to her grandfather's house in anger, carrying a cricket bat with her

Two migrants died off the French coast while attempting to cross the English Channel to Britain, while two women suffered burns and were hospitalised. An investigation has been opened, with at least 24 migrant deaths recorded at the France-UK maritime border this year

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued the notice after hearing submissions by senior advocate Vikas Singh

Yemens military launched more than 1,000 strikes against Houthi positions as the government announced a new campaign to retake territory. The escalation comes as Houthi forces advance around Taiz, while the conflict deepens Yemens already severe humanitarian crisis

NCP(SP) MLA Rohit Pawar demanded the immediate removal of MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar, citing allegations of paper leaks and a lack of transparency in the commissions functioning. He warned that failure to address the demands could see more than one lakh students take to the streets of Pune

The court questioned how answers carrying 58 marks could simply be left unevaluated and said the allegation was extremely serious. The PSC is an institution on which lakhs of job aspirants depend, the court observed, stressing that its credibility and the hopes of the younger generation must be protected

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana considered the request after a lawyer alleged that Delhi Police was not permitting peaceful protests by citizens and members of registered political parties, including MPs

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal said the figure reflected what he described as growing public anger against the BJP-led government at the Centre and alleged that authoritarianism was increasing in the country

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez will deliver a televised address amid speculation over early elections after parliament rejected his governments housing measures. The defeat intensified pressure on his minority coalition as protests over soaring rents and home prices spread across Spain

A Russian drone strike hit an Indian-owned pharmaceutical warehouse in Sumy, Ukraine, killing a 52-year-old employee and injuring three others. Zelenskyy offered condolences, while Indias Jaishankar reiterated New Delhis efforts to help resolve the Ukraine conflict

The students from Karra block began developing symptoms on Sunday evening, with several more cases reported by Monday morning. Several students were admitted to the Karra Community Health Centre for treatment

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh criticised the Maharashtra government over the reported detention of students who were preparing to stage a protest in south Mumbai

The protester alleged that despite merely demanding the registration of an FIR, police personnel treated them poorly and took them into custody

Adityanath said the SIR exercise was important for strengthening India's democratic system and ensuring that electoral rolls accurately reflect eligible voters

CJP co-convener Saurav Das alleged that the government was planning to arrest him and other party leaders, including founder Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Ratna Singh

Sharing a video clip of Justice Bhuyan's remarks on X, Ramesh accused the CEC of acting in a manner that, according to the Congress, undermined constitutional safeguards

According to the Andaman and Nicobar Command, information about the medical emergency was received while the vessel was in the vicinity of Indira Point. The naval component of the command responded swiftly and sent a ship towards the location to assist the injured person

CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke said, The BJP is winning in states where it couldn't even secure a victory during the peak of the 'Modi wave'-and this is happening because of Gyanesh Kumar. Once Gyanesh Kumar leaves and the SIR freezes, only then will we know how many seats the BJP actually wins

A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana is scheduled to hear the pleas filed by Patna resident Rakesh Kumar Singh and advocate Shailendra Mani Tripathi