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Heres what to know about the INDIA bloc mega rally in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar.

Donald Trump had sued for $10 billion after the newspapers story was published in July 2025 detailing the Presidents alleged 2003 letter to Epstein, which apparently featured a drawing of a naked woman

More than 167 companies interviewed 4,214 candidates at the fair. Besides those selected for employment, as many as 163 candidates qualified for the second round of selection

Fishermen leaders have condemned the incident and urged the governments to get them released at the earliest

Many supporters arrived in Delhi, while several others had reached the national capital on October 31, 2026 or earlier as parties mobilised their cadres from different states for the protest

From a village in Haryana to the pinnacle of international wrestling, Manisha Bhanwala scripted history in Kazakhstan, becoming Indias first woman world champion

In a post on Instagram featuring the inspiring and energetic song Thaan Liya from the Bollywood movie Dasvi as background music, Mr. Modi highlighted that the historic drop in poverty represents a generational surge in opportunities

Supporters have started to gather at Delhis Ramlila Maidan for the INDIA blocs November 1 Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao rally, demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation. The INDIA bloc is protesting the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, alleging irregularities and the risk of eligible voters being excluded. The Opposition has accused the poll body of failing to ensure electoral transparency and is demanding accountability from the CEC.

India has an unassailable 3-1 lead, but the World champions would certainly not want to sign off with a defeat after dominating the early part of the five-match series

Misri also recalled that he faced a major challenge during his posting in China as Ambassador, when India and China had an unprecedented confrontation in eastern Ladakh's Galwan Valley

The former Supreme Court judge on delays in clearing collegium recommendations and the need for reform

Israels Arab parties made historic gains in elections but uncertainty remains whether the opposition bloc would join hands with them to form a government

Delhi will enforce strict winter pollution curbs from November 1, including vehicle bans, construction halts, doubled parking fees, and a 50 per cent office attendance cap.

Serbias student protesters, who built a blockade movement against corruption and political establishment, brought down the government of Aleksandar Vui

Along with President Droupadi Murmu, the ceremony was attended by Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Ajit Pawar, among other ministers of the State

The left-wing leaders victory in Brazil, after finishing second in the first round, reflects the deep roots of the Workers Party, which built its support base through resistance to the military dictatorship in the early 1980s, as well as the declining appeal of Bolsonarismo

Mandatory 50% work-from-home for Delhi government and private offices, doubling of parking charges also kicks in from November 1; enforcement likely to be lenienttill Deepavali

Speaking at a press conference in October 30, Mr. Mundhe says that instead of destroying stale and expired food items properly, they are being disposed of only on paper. These goods are brought back after being repacked by some agents and then sold to citizens. In some cases, even the production dates are being manipulated

Deeply rooted in Kashmirs culinary heritage, the cockscomb flower lends a rich red hue to traditional cuisine; the petals, which are sun-dried and preserved for year-round use, serve as an indispensable ingredient in wazwan

Meanwhile, the Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body of the Kuki community, strongly condemned the killing of the three youths

INDA bloc's 'public impeachment' of CEC Gyanesh Kumar featured accounts from voters who alleged that their names had been deleted from electoral rolls

Democratic lawmakers Ro Khanna, Pramila Jayapal, Ami Bera and Suhas Subramanyam are seeking re-election to the U.S. Congress

Elections in eight Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats Allagadda, Dachepalli, Darsi, Gurajala, Kamalapuram, Piduguralla, Proddatur and Rayachoti were unanimous, with both chairpersons and ward members elected unopposed

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The loudest voices are not the ones who make the best arguments. It is the ones who know their audience, respect other points of view, and support their ideas with evidence

Irans supreme leader October 31, 2026 warned the United States and Israel against launching new attacks, following threats to resume strikes after crucial elections

The advisory also asks commuters to avoid unnecessary travel towards Astha Kunj Park, Nehru Place and adjoining roads during the programme, use alternative routes wherever possible and avoid roadside and unauthorised parking near the venue

The teenager, Javits Frimpong, was on his way to school in a Bronx neighbourhood shortly before 9.30 a.m. October 29 when he was shot in the abdomen, New York City police said

The drug menace in Punjab has stayed at the centre of political and social attention over the past decade or more. With the killing of anti-drug crusader Parvinder Singh Jhota, public emotions are running high. Political parties are hoping to capitalise on this, with the Assembly election due in early 2027, finds VikasVasudeva

The only previous meeting between the two Indians was at the Syed Modi India International in 2024, where Sindhu registered a straight-game

Jurel (99 batting, 155b) and Akash Deep (25 batting) were at the crease at close; the eighth-wicket pair has so far added 69 in 18.4 overs

India has an unassailable 3-1 lead, but the World champions would certainly not want to sign off with a defeat after dominating the early part of the five-match series

Simon Harmer finished with match figures of 10 for 120, his first 10-wicket haul in Tests; Harmers second innings figures read: 21.1-14-16-6

The election to pick 10 members of the Athletes' Commission of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) will be held on November 3, while the polls to choose eight SOMs will be held on November 9

Jaspooran Singh (125kg) came closest to a bronze medal; he beat Jamaican Aaron Johnson 10-0 in repechage, but lost 0-10 to USAs Wyatt Hendrickson in the bronze medal match

Classes and hostels remain shut as six students face rustication and alumni, parents and members of the film fraternity rally behind the protest

Dwivedi gave guidance on strengthening the organisation through regular meetings and effective public outreach campaigns

Says, the 1965 decision came to its notice only in 2025 pursuant to details obtained by a lawyer under the Right to Information Act, 2005

Many of those protesting were retirees and were holding signs reading: I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action

Teachers say that a large majority of schools dont even have these posts

Akhilesh Yadav is attempting to make inroads among Brahmins and the Bania community by accusing the Chief Minister and his regime of being anti-Brahmins and Banias

KDA Chairman Purushottama Bilimale says there are more than two lakh hyperlocal words that are used in everyday conversations but not documented

The documentaries, spanning 1982 to 2026, capture 117 places across 94 hours of viewing and have been catalogued by regions and themes such as communities, music and art, livelihoods, politics and protest, and so on.

L-G Manoj Sinha saidterror, separatism and stone-pelting have given way to democracy, development and public participation after Article 370 was removed

The last sammelana was held in December 2024 at Mandya; the then Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had also earmarked a grant of 10 crore in the 2025-26 Budget.

Consulting accounts for 50.7% of offers; first-time recruiters account for 40% of participating organisations

The Congress leaders request comes after a traders body in central Delhi urged him to postpone the rally until Deepavali as they expressed concern over its impact on their business.

According to officials of Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) the train services will continue as usual and there will not be any impact