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MP Kisan Kalyan Swabhiman Parv Quiz: 165 Farmers to Receive Tractors, Bullet Motorcycles and E-Scooters

MP's Kisan Kalyan Swabhiman Parv Quiz celebrates farmer welfare with 165 prizes across all districts, including tractors, Bullet motorcycles, and e-scooters.

28 Oct 2026 12:02 am
Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Must Reopen; Matters of Faith Must Remain Above Politics: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday strongly urged the Centre to reopen the Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor and ensure regular, hassle-free access for the Sikh Sangat to pay obeisance at Gurdwara Darbar Sahib. Emphasising that matters of faith must

27 Oct 2026 11:11 pm
Tamil Nadu Police Rearrest 13 of 17 Inmates Who Fled Jail

Thirteen of the 17 inmates who escaped from the Theni sub-jail in Tamil Nadu have been rearrested, a day after a late-night breakout triggered a multi-district search operation. Police used drones, vehicle checks and special teams to track the fugitives after

27 Oct 2026 10:05 pm
Cyclone Arnab Alert: Flights Cancelled, Schools Shut, Thousands Evacuated

Cyclone Arnab Latest Updates: The severe cyclonic storm

27 Oct 2026 9:45 pm
India To Host First SCO Civilisational Dialogue In Delhi, Pakistan Invited For November 20-22 Meet

India will host the inaugural Civilisational Dialogue Forum under the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on November 20-22 in New Delhi. The forum will bring together representatives from the 10-nation group of nations including Pakistan, China, Russia and Iran, and will likely

27 Oct 2026 9:06 pm
Who Will Shape Israel

Israel's politics are dominated by two high profile candidates with military and political backgrounds. Benjamin Netanyahu has been prime minister for many years, while Gadi Eisenkot, the former military chief has entered politics. Yet smaller parties are playing a big role

27 Oct 2026 8:43 pm
Sonia Gandhi Opens Up About Life, Loss And Politics, Says Memoir May Change How People See Her

Sonia Gandhi, Chairman of the Congressional Parliamentary Party, will share her story in her new memoir titled Belonging: A Journey of Love. She reflects on her journey from Italy to the heart of Indian politics and admits that she did not

27 Oct 2026 7:56 pm
Wabtec To Supply Brakes, Doors For India's Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains Under

Wabtec Corporation has secured orders worth $94 million (around

27 Oct 2026 6:12 pm
Kolkata Man, Father Stripped, Paraded Naked For Kissing A Girl

Three persons arrested for forcing a teenage boy, his father and friend to walk naked in a south Kolkata locality for kissing his girlfriend were paraded through the area shirtless and in shorts by police on Tuesday to reconstruct the incident.

27 Oct 2026 5:27 pm
UP Elections 2027: Akhilesh Yadav Says No To Chandrashekhar Azad Alliance

The battle lines are being drawn in the political arena as alliance talks begin to gain momentum ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has ruled out any possibility of an alliance with Chandrashekhar

27 Oct 2026 5:14 pm
Imran Khan Won't Have To Leave India Before Nov 2, FRRO Assures Bombay HC

Bollywood actor Imran Khan has secured temporary relief from the Bombay High Court after the Foreigners Registration Regional Office (FRRO), Mumbai assured the court on Tuesday that he would not be required to leave India before the next hearing on November

27 Oct 2026 4:22 pm
New Toll Rules From November 1: Local Residents Can Get Annual Pass For

People living near National Highway toll plazas may soon get relief from regular toll payments. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has announced new toll pass rules that will come into effect across India from November 1, 2026. Under

27 Oct 2026 3:58 pm
UP CEO Says Sorry Over Lord Ram Remark After Voter List Errors Trigger Row

The Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has apologised for a controversial social media post that mentioned Lord Ram and minorities, following a backlash over its response to errors in voter lists ahead of the Legislative Council elections. In its latest

27 Oct 2026 2:31 pm
MLC Election Results 2026: Counting Underway For 28 Seats In 4 States

Counting of votes for 28 Legislative Council seats across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra and Karnataka began on Tuesday. The elections were held on October 23. Security was stepped up at counting centres, particularly in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, where police personnel were

27 Oct 2026 12:50 pm
Guwahati Hotel Shooting: 5 Killed, Including Woman And Son; Lease Dispute Suspected

A dispute over a hotel lease is suspected to have led to a shooting in Guwahati that left five people dead and another injured on Monday night. The firing took place near Hotel Bilas Inn in the Bora Service area, where

27 Oct 2026 12:36 pm
SC Notice to Centre on News Publishers' Plea Challenging Data Protection Law

The Supreme Court has issued notice on a petition filed by the Digital News Publishers Association challenging provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and the DPDP Rules, 2025. The court has also issued notice on the plea seeking an interim stay on the law.

27 Oct 2026 12:21 pm
India Calls for Comprehensive UNSC Reforms, Says Veto Must Not Serve Narrow Political Interests

India has called for early negotiations on reforms to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), arguing that changes must cover all aspects of the Council's functioning, including the veto power enjoyed by its five permanent members. Speaking at the United Nations

27 Oct 2026 10:40 am
Cyclone Arnab Landfall Andhra Coast Tomorrow With 140 Kmph Winds; 11 Districts On Red Alert

Cyclone Arnab has intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast tomorrow, October 28, with wind speeds reaching 140 kmph, the India Meteorological Department (IMD)

27 Oct 2026 9:24 am
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Wins Excellence Award at TAAI Convention in Kolkata, Highlights Simhasth 2028 Preparations

Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board earned an Excellence Award at the TAAI 69th Convention in Kolkata, highlighting the state

26 Oct 2026 7:01 pm
Trying Crocodile For First Time: Ujjain Municipal Officer In Trouble After Thailand Video Goes Viral

A holiday video has landed a Madhya Pradesh civic officer in trouble, with questions being raised about whether he followed official rules before travelling abroad. The clip, which shows Ujjain Municipal Corporation building officer Rajkumar Rathore and his wife trying crocodile

26 Oct 2026 6:28 pm
Yogi Adityanath vs Akhilesh Yadav: The Five Factors That Could Decide UP Elections 2027

The 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections will test two competing political claims. The BJP must prove that its 2024 Lok Sabha setback was temporary, while Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav must show that his party can win beyond the constituencies where

26 Oct 2026 6:05 pm
Iran Strike Before Israel Polls? Netanyahu Reportedly At Odds With IDF Chief

A reported disagreement between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military chief Eyal Zamir has raised questions over a possible military operation that could trigger fresh tensions with Iran, just a day before Israel goes to the polls, The Times of

26 Oct 2026 2:15 pm
Rahul Gandhi Acquitted In Amit Shah Defamation Case Over 2018 Remarks

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has been acquitted in a criminal defamation case linked to his 2018 remarks about Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The verdict was delivered by Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Shubham

26 Oct 2026 12:49 pm
Banks Closed Today, October 26? Check RBI Holiday List And State-Wise Details

Bank Holiday News: Bank customers in several parts of India may find their local branches closed on Monday, October 26, 2026, as regional festivals and special observances affect banking operations. The closures could impact customers planning to deposit cash, clear cheques

26 Oct 2026 10:58 am
Dr Priti Adani Calls for Skilled Talent, Research to Power India's Semiconductor Ambitions

India strengthens its semiconductor ecosystem through industry-academia collaboration, focusing on design, manufacturing, and AI infrastructure with strategic investments.

24 Oct 2026 8:31 pm
'Mouthpiece For Pakistan': BJP Slams Farooq Abdullah Over 'India's Intentions Not Right For Kashmiris' Remark

The BJP has launched a strong attack on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah over his remarks on Kashmir, accusing the veteran politician of supporting Pakistan's narrative. The controversy has intensified after Abdullah questioned the Indian government's intentions towards Kashmiris and credited

24 Oct 2026 6:34 pm
Jamia Millia Islamia Orders All Classes Online Amid Students' Union Protest

The demand to revive Jamia Millia Islamia's students' union has triggered a fresh confrontation between protesters and the university administration, with hunger strikers alleging that their protest site was dismantled on Saturday. The administration has also ordered all courses to move

24 Oct 2026 4:21 pm
Free Kashmir, Bring Islam Back' Slogans Found On Jamia Millia Islamia Campus Walls, Probe On

Slogans such as Free Kashmir and Bring Islam Back have been spotted painted on the walls of Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi amid ongoing agitation by the students demanding reinstatement of the students' union. Apart from these slogans, there

23 Oct 2026 11:36 pm
Priyanka Gandhi Backs Son Raihan After Photos Of Delhi Protests Are Reportedly Removed From Exhibition

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has supported her son, Raihan Vadra, after more than 70 artworks were reportedly removed from his photography exhibition at Bikaner House in Delhi. The artworks were allegedly removed because they showed political issues. On Thursday, Priyanka

22 Oct 2026 1:18 pm
CJP Leaders Walk Out Of Tihar Jail; Court Rejects Delhi Police's 3-Day Custody Extension Plea

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released from Tihar Jail on October 21 after the court rejected Delhi Police's request to extend their judicial custody by three more days. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke posted

21 Oct 2026 11:22 pm
PM Modi Condoles Death of Vummidi Ethiraj, Jeweller Instrumental in Crafting 'Sengol'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the death of South India's leading jeweller Thiru Vummidi Ethiraj, who was instrumental in crafting the historic 'Sengol' that was presented to former prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru when the country attained Independence in 1947.

21 Oct 2026 4:43 pm
Give Justice To My Family: Gujarat Man's Final Video Before Jumping Off 1,700-Foot Cliff

A 13-minute video recorded shortly before his death has brought attention to the marital dispute involving Vishwrajsinh Gohil, a postal employee from Gujarat, who alleged that he and his family were being harassed over a domestic violence case filed by his

21 Oct 2026 3:42 pm
Bihar Police Constable Shot Dead By Suspected Liquor Smugglers In Nalanda

A police constable was allegedly shot dead by suspected liquor smugglers in Nalanda district of dry Bihar, an official said on Thursday. The incident took place near a flyover in Pawapuri-Giriyak area on Wednesday night when an Excise Department team, of

15 Oct 2026 7:37 pm
Can Converts To Islam Claim BC Quota? Supreme Court Upholds Madras HC Ruling

The Supreme Court has refused to allow reservation benefits to be carried over from a person's earlier Hindu community status after they convert to Islam. The ruling came on Thursday while hearing Tamil Nadu's challenge against a Madras High Court order

15 Oct 2026 1:04 pm
Indian Railways to Extend Insurance to Counter Tickets From October 27;

Indian Railways will have to provide travel insurance to passengers purchasing tickets from the railway counters with effect from October 27, 2026. This comes after a Supreme Court order directing the Railways to provide the cover to passengers buying tickets at

14 Oct 2026 11:20 pm
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Protest at India Gate with Ankita Bhandari's Parents Against Sikkim Guv Pick

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met Ankita Bhandari's parents at India Gate in New Delhi on Wednesday as the family protested the appointment of BJP leader Dushyant Kumar Gautam as Sikkim governor. The family has sought President Droupadi

14 Oct 2026 9:25 pm
Delhi Protest: Journalist, CJP Members Named in FIR Following ACP Vivek Bhagat's Complaint

An alleged altercation at a protest in central Delhi has resulted in an FIR against an independent journalist and several members of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), after lodging a complaint with Assistant Commissioner of Police Vivek Bhagat. The officer accused

14 Oct 2026 6:51 pm
Punjab: House Of Accused In Anti Drug Activist Jhota's Murder Demolished, Shop Set On Fire

Tension gripped Punjab's Mansa district on Wednesday after the administration demolished the house of Ashwani Kumar, the prime accused in the murder of anti drug activist Parminder Singh Jhota. Hours after Kumar's arrest in Rajasthan, a heavy police force was deployed

14 Oct 2026 4:43 pm
11 Dead, Five Rescued After Boat Carrying 15-20 People Capsizes In Bihar's Ganga River

At least 11 people died after a boat carrying around 15 to 20 passengers capsized in the Ganga River near Rampur Shyamchand village in Bihar's Hajipur district. Five people were rescued, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Boat Capsizes During Feast

13 Oct 2026 10:35 pm
CJI Surya Kant Says No to Rahul Gandhi Meeting, Supreme Court Open to Petition on 'Vote Chori'

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has declined to meet Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on vote chori allegations, saying similar matters are sub judice on the judicial side in the Supreme Court, sources said on Sunday. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun

11 Oct 2026 11:43 pm
'Vote Chori' Protest: Opposition To March To Supreme Court, Seeks Gyanesh Kumar's Resignation

Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have sought a meeting with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Monday as their campaign against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar gains momentum. The leaders plan to approach the Supreme Court over allegations

11 Oct 2026 9:47 pm
Supreme Court Questions Delhi Metro Curbs Ahead Of CJP Protest, Says

Delhi Metro and Railway service restrictions have come under scrutiny by the Supreme Court of India, especially regarding the planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The Supreme Court of India was

9 Oct 2026 6:39 pm
JNU Dismisses Congress MP Bimol Akoijam After Sexual Harassment Inquiry

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has terminated the services of Congress MP and professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam with immediate effect after an internal probe into allegations of sexual harassment. The order, dated October 9 and signed by JNU Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit,

9 Oct 2026 6:05 pm
'Verify His Visa Status': Former Bengaluru Police Chief Writes To Centre On Dhruv Rathee

Former Bengaluru Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao has written to the Union Home Ministry seeking a check on YouTuber Dhruv Rathee's citizenship and visa status after he attended an anti-SIR protest in Bengaluru on October 8. In his letter to the Union

9 Oct 2026 5:34 pm
'Shut Down The Entire Country': Abhijeet Dipke Mocks Centre's Delhi Protest Restrictions Ahead Of Oct 10

A day before the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) planned protest in Delhi, founder Abhijeet Dipke on Friday questioned the restrictions imposed ahead of the demonstration, accusing the authorities of being afraid of young people. The party has called for a protest

9 Oct 2026 5:17 pm
India Slams OIC At UN Over Kashmir Remarks, Says 'Unable To Distinguish Victim From Perpetrator'

India has hit back at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for its remarks on Jammu and Kashmir and New Delhi's strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan, accusing the grouping of failing to distinguish between those responsible for terrorism and its

7 Oct 2026 12:27 pm
'No Party Sought Meeting Till 4 PM': EC Responds To INDIA Bloc Protest Against CEC

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday said that no political party had formally sought a meeting with the poll panel before 4 pm, even as Opposition MPs led by Rahul Gandhi protested in New Delhi against Chief Election Commissioner

6 Oct 2026 9:57 pm
Every Mother

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday declared every mother and sister of Punjab as the brand ambassador of the Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, calling the initiative a first-of-its-kind social revolution that is strengthening women's dignity, self-respect and financial autonomy.

4 Oct 2026 9:26 pm
Why Mumbai, Not Delhi? Abhijeet Dipke Explains CJP's Choice For Gyanesh Kumar Protest

Abhijeet Dipke led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has started its planned

2 Oct 2026 6:04 pm
Woman Tries To Stop Police Bus At Jantar Mantar, Internet Compares Her To Riya Ahir

A woman attempting to stop a police bus at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Thursday has drawn comparisons on social media with model and actor Riya Ahir, after a video of the incident surfaced online. The woman was seen trying to stop

2 Oct 2026 6:03 pm