Akhilesh redraws PDA to woo upper castes; rhetoric may not be enough, say political analysts
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Despite court rulings, people continue to face difficulty in CID clearance: M.Y. Tarigami
Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami said that in some cases, those accused died many years ago, but their past continues to affect their families, denying the younger generations opportunities through no fault of their own
Rubio meets Venezuelan counterpart as U.S. presses for progress on election preparations
The meeting held on November 2 was one of the highest-level encounters between a senior Trump administration official and a counterpart from acting President Delcy Rodrguez's government
Fifty years ago | Soviet Cars for Malaysia
Delhi High Court stays JNU order dismissing professor and Congress MP Akoijam from services
Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani passed an interim order while hearing a petition filed by Mr. Akoijam challenging his dismissal. The court also issued notice to the university and listed the matter for further hearing in January 2027
Rahul Gandhi acting as a toolkit for foreign forces says Nitin Nabin
Targeting the Congress for trying to spread anarchy in the entire country, by targeting constitutional institutions of the country BJP president Nitin Nabin said had the Congress fought for the issues of the people, the people would have not rejected the party
Netanyahu pressing Trump to attack Iran after midterms, says officials
A return to full-scale war with Iran could help Benjamin Netanyahu to form an emergency government after he and his far-right allies lost their parliamentary majority in last week's elections
How AI training models could compromise privacy
Credible studies have shown that querying an AI model with anonymised data to extract personal details that it had memorised during training can be used to identify individuals and build their profiles
Severe Cyclone Murasu: Landfall to begin in A.P. around 2-3 a.m.
Very heavy rainfall is expected in Ongole Urban, Naguluppalapadu, Vetapalem, Tangutur, Singarayakonda, Ulavapadu, Maddipadu, Gudluru, Zarugumilli, Santhanuthalapadu and Kandukur mandals of the district
NCP leaders express discontent in core committee meeting after talks with Amit Shah
A day before the core committee meeting, six senior NCP leaders met Amit Shah on Sunday night and is learnt to have informed him about their unhappiness with the partys functioning under Sunetra Pawar and Parth Pawar
Manasbal Lake gets stricter sanitation rules
Ganderbal, Nov 02: With a view to maintaining environmental cleanliness, protecting the fragile ecosystem of Manasbal Lake and ensuring effective solid and liquid waste management, the Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority (WMDA) has issued a public notice directing all residents, shopkeepers, restaurant owners, commercial establishments, institutions and other stakeholders to strictly comply with the prescribed waste management and sanitation guidelines within its jurisdiction. As per the directions issued by the Chief Executive Officer, WMDA, a door-to-door solid waste collection system has been introduced by the Authority. All households and commercial establishments have been directed to hand over their daily generated waste exclusively to designated sanitation staff and authorised collection vehicles of the Rural Development Department, Block Safapora, at the notified time and place. The Authority has made segregation of waste at source mandatory, directing all waste generators to separate wet/biodegradable waste from dry/non-biodegradable waste. Mixing of segregated waste has been strictly prohibited. The public notice also imposes a complete prohibition on littering and illegal dumping of garbage, plastic waste, polythene, construction debris and other waste materials on roads, footpaths, open spaces, lake periphery, water bodies, drains, parks and tourist spots. Burning of garbage, plastic and other solid waste in open or public spaces has also been prohibited. Shopkeepers, restaurant owners, dhabawallas, vendors and other commercial establishments have been directed to maintain cleanliness within their premises and adjoining areas and make adequate arrangements for proper storage, segregation and disposal of waste. Institutions and event organisers have also been asked to ensure proper collection and disposal of waste generated during public functions and activities and restore the premises to a clean condition immediately after completion of events. Emphasising the protection of Manasbal Lake and its surrounding ecosystem, WMDA has strictly prohibited the discharge of untreated sewage, wastewater, kitchen wastewater and other liquid waste directly into the lake, adjoining drains, water channels, wetlands and public spaces. All households, hotels, restaurants, commercial establishments and institutions have been directed to ensure proper collection, treatment and disposal of sewage and wastewater. They have also been asked to maintain septic tanks, soak pits and other sanitation facilities properly and ensure that collected sewage and sludge are transported and disposed of only through authorised facilities. The Authority has warned that any violation of the directions shall invite strict penal action under the applicable provisions of the J&K Development Act, Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, Water(Prevention of Pollution) Act-1974 and other relevant laws and regulations. Action may include imposition of fines and penalties, issuance of notices and initiation of further legal proceedings before the competent authorities. The concerned officials and sanitation staff have been directed to maintain strict vigilance and report instances of violations for necessary action. Calling upon the general public to extend full cooperation, WMDA emphasised that maintaining the cleanliness of Manasbal Lake and its surrounding tourist areas is a collective responsibility, adding that any act causing environmental degradation or defacement of the tourist destination shall not be tolerated. The directions have been issued in the larger public interest to safeguard public health, environmental protection, ecological conservation and sustainable tourism.
United stand: On protests against SIR
Protests against SIR are a recognition that it could subvert popular will
Cascading effect: On dams and land rights
India must respect land rights of its people while building dams
Many U.K. social care migrant workers to get PR in five years under softer immigration overhaul
Under the scheme, finalised on November 2, social care workers earning at least 25,000 per year, who arrived in the U.K. before May 2025, would be eligible for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) after five years
36 hospitalised after eating at Mumbai wedding, food poisoning suspected
The Maharashtra food safety body, led by Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, was alerted after the guests, including four children, fell ill.
Fire breaks out at HPCL Visakh Refinery; no casualties reported
Firecrackers: Festivity or fallout?
Religious freedom and freedom to celebrate cannot be treated as an automatic licence to expose others to unreasonable risks to their health
Nirmala Sitharaman to release coin honouring Muthuswami Dikshitar
Saint-Gobain, IIT-Madras to set up modern research labs
Central team inspects cyclone-hit places in Yanam
After the cyclone hit the region, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy had written to Union Minister for Home Affairs Amit Shah seeking his personal intervention in releasing 50 crore as immediate Central assistance
Gem Granite owner Veeramanis watchman arrested
He had allegedly switched off power supply or changed the angle of the surveillance cameras when victims were brought to the house
Jipmer receives FICCI certificate for excellence in patient care
The recognition follows the institutes award in the same category in 2025
Former Ranji trophy cricktercremated
Tiger Shroff firing case: Third woman arrested; total arrests rise to 13
The woman was arrested from Karnal district in Haryana on November 1, with assistance from the local police
NLCIL organises walkathon against corruption in Neyveli
The walkathon concluded at Gandhi statue in Neyveli
VACB seizes files on 12-cr Kannur district panchayat contracts
The Vigilance team seized the files from the district panchayat office
Death toll in Gokarna tragedy rises to three
Information centre of Apollo Hospitals opened in Puducherry
Anbumani opposes proposed 5 hike in Aavin milk prices
Pointing out that Aavin milk was considerably cheaper than products sold by private dairies, he said a 5 increase would amount to a hike of up to 12.5%
Over 2,100 potholes yet to be repaired in Chennai
Bandipora Police Intensify Crackdown on Drugs, Crime in October; Six Arrested in UAPA Case
BANDIPORA : District Police Bandipora intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking, theft, illegal mining, timber smuggling and other unlawful activities during October, reporting multiple narcotics recoveries, arrests, recovery of stolen property and security-related operations across the district. Among the major developments during the month was the arrest of six persons in connection with an alleged clandestine module linked to the banned organisation Ittihad-ul-Muslimeen. Police registered FIR No. 168/2026 under Sections 10 and 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act at Police Station Bandipora. According to police, the investigation has brought to light suspected links involving a Pakistan-based handler, alleged prison-based coordination, propaganda activities and financial transactions. Further investigation is underway. In anti-drug operations, police reported the recovery of 9.052 kilograms of charas-like substance at Pashwari, Sumbal, and approximately 5.010 kilograms at Hajin. Recoveries were also reported from Mantrigam Pethkoot, Gunchipora Sumbal and Ajas. In the latest operation on October 31, a police party from Police Station Pethkoot apprehended two persons during naka checking at Lal Qila Morh and recovered 1.030 kilograms of charas-like substance from their possession. The accused were identified as Gh. Mohd Bhat and Manzoor Ahmad Bhat, both residents of Wewan. FIR No. 31/2026 under Sections 8/20/29 of the NDPS Act was registered, and further investigation was taken up. Police also conducted checking drives at medical shops, SIM card vendors, fertilizer shops and scrap dealers to ensure compliance with prescribed regulations. In other crime-related cases, police recovered six stolen horses in Ajas and arrested an accused person. Police Station Sumbal recovered a stolen motorcycle within 12 hours of receiving a complaint, while two persons were arrested in a theft case registered at Nowgam and stolen property was recovered. Two absconders wanted in a cheating and forgery case registered at Police Station Sumbal were arrested after allegedly evading arrest for 16 years. Another absconder wanted in a 2010 case was also apprehended. Action was also taken against illegal timber smuggling, with Police Post Sumlar seizing six heavy logs of Kail wood at Samthan Dardpora and arresting an accused person. In its crackdown on illegal mining and unauthorised transportation of minerals, police reported the seizure of at least 27 vehicles, including tractors, tippers and a truck, under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. On the security front, police conducted multiple joint exercises with other security agencies to assess operational preparedness. A Counter-Insurgency Response System mock drill was held at Hajin Bridge with the participation of SOG Hajin, 13 Rashtriya Rifles and 45 Battalion CRPF. Another Anti-Fidayeen exercise was conducted at District Police Lines Bandipora. On October 31, Bandipora Police and 13 Rashtriya Rifles conducted another Anti-Fidayeen mock drill at Aragam, involving Police Station Aragam and other agencies. The exercise included a simulated counter-terror response, area sanitisation and assessment of casualty management and emergency medical arrangements. Community policing also remained a focus, with Thana Diwas meetings held at different police stations. DIG North Kashmir Range Vinod Kumar and SSP Bandipora also interacted with residents at Police Stations Gurez and Tulail to hear public grievances and discuss local issues. During the month, a T20 cricket tournament under the Civic Action Programme concluded at Gurez Stadium, with 16 teams from Gurez and Tulail participating. Chontiwari defeated Wanpora by 16 runs in the final. Police also organised volleyball and badminton championships, debate competitions, seminars, cultural programmes and drug awareness activities in educational institutions. Police Commemoration Day was observed at District Police Lines Bandipora on October 21, with Deputy Commissioner Indu Kanwal Chib attending as chief guest. The programme was attended by senior officers, security personnel and families of police martyrs. On October 31, police organised a series of programmes across the district to mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, commemorating the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Run for Unity events were held at Garoora, Hajin, Sumbal and other locations, while the main district-level run was organised in coordination with the District Administration and 3rd Battalion CRPF from Mini Secretariat Bandipora to Chitternar. Pledge ceremonies were also conducted at all police stations and police posts. At District Police Lines, SSP Tahir Saleem-JKPS administered the Ekta Diwas pledge, followed by a ceremonial march past. The event was attended by officers from the civil administration, police and CRPF, besides students. As part of the celebrations, District Police Bandipora also released a research booklet titled Little Voices, One Nation National Integration Through the Eyes of School Children. The publication brings together the writings and creative expressions of students from different schools, focusing on national integration, unity in diversity, communal harmony and patriotism. During October, Tahir Saleem-JKPS took over as SSP Bandipora and held an introductory meeting with district police officers on October 16. He emphasised professional and people-friendly policing, accountability, timely grievance redressal and intensified action against drug trafficking. He also interacted with media representatives at District Police Lines on October 28. In another public-oriented initiative, police rescued four bikers from Kerala who had become stranded at Zadkusi along the Bandipora-Gurez road. The travellers were shifted safely to Police Post Izmarg, while their motorcycles were handed over to BSF personnel stationed in the area. Traffic Police Rural Kashmir also issued an advisory for the Wular Ultra Marathon-3.0 held on October 4, regulating vehicular movement and announcing alternative routes for commuters. The month's activities reflected a combination of crime-control measures, security preparedness and community engagement, with police maintaining that action against drug trafficking and other unlawful activities would continue. On October 31, Bandipora Police also organised live streaming of the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas March through screens installed at District Police Lines and all police stations across the district. Police officers, officials and members of civil society participated in the programme and witnessed the march commemorating the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The initiative aimed at promoting national unity, integrity and solidarity, while reinforcing the values of communal harmony and unity in diversity. (KNS)
3 TMC MDCs to join NPP on Wednesday
Shillong, Nov 2: Three Trinamool Congress MDCs will join the National Peoples Party (NPP) on Wednesday, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma informed today. Speaking to reporters, the CM did not reveal the names but they have been widely reported as Kharkutta MDC Cherak W Momin, Balachanda MDC Agassi R Marak and Williamnagar MDC Alphonsush R [] The post 3 TMC MDCs to join NPP on Wednesday first appeared on Highland Post .
YSRCP questions sudden increase in GVMC polling percentage, threatens legal battle
Meghalaya records 85 per cent rainfall deficit in October: IMD
Shillong, Nov 2:Meghalaya received just 38.3 mm of rainfall in October, nearly 85 per cent below the monthly normal of 255 mm, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday. The latest shortfall comes after a deficient southwest monsoon, during which the state recorded a 60 per cent rainfall deficit between June and September, receiving [] The post Meghalaya records 85 per cent rainfall deficit in October: IMD first appeared on Highland Post .
HPCL Visakh Refinery supports Educational initiative on Indias Freedom movement
Man escaped from Coimbatore District Police custody arrested
Rural local body polls announcement likely around December 15, says Satish Jarkiholi
Private bus strike in Keralam called off
Village guard, wife die of bullet wounds in Jammus Reasi
This is the third such incident in the past two years in the Jammu region
Independent thinking, subject mastery key for judicial service, says former A.P. High Court judge
Pawan Kalyan tells officials to stay alert as Cyclone Murasu nears Nellore coast
17-year-old student found murdered in Thiruvananthapuram; three taken into police custody
Mahadev scam accuseds extradition will expose who took protection money: Chhattisgarh CM
Alleged kingpin Sourabh Chandrakar extradited from Oman, remanded to two days CBI custody on Monday; former Congress CM Bhupesh Baghel had been named as a co-accused in 2024 FIR
Misris visit to include discussions on Prime Minister Balendra Shahs visit to India; appointment of Nepals new Ambassador to India and disaster assistance following the flash floods are also expected to be on the agenda
IDBI Bank privatisation: Congress demands halt, FM Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies govts stand
IDBI Bank employees began a two-day nationwide strike on Monday to protest against the proposed privatisation of the lender, demanding that the Union government scrap the sale to Canadas Fairfax Financial Holdings.
Rahul, Tejashwi are disrespecting the peoples mandate: BJP chief Nitin Nabin
Mr. Nabin accuses the Opposition of engaging in the politics of falsehood at INDIA bloc rally; accuses Mr. Gandhi of working for a foreign toolkit; says India will not be governed by the laws of the Nehru-Gandhi family
POW seeks stringent action over Raptadu school attack
Search continues for missing auto-rickshaw driver
Amit Shah leads BJPs Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy march in Hyderabad
Delhi Police register FIR against 22 protesters detained during rally towards Jantar Mantar
Cyclone Murasu nears A.P. coast, heavy rain alert issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the storm is likely to move with a wind speed of 100 to 110 kmph (and) gusting up to 120 kmph between Nellore and Narasapur.
Fake posts: M.V. Govindan seeks legal action
Shah: We are ready to have a debate in Parliament, but Rahul will not let Parliament function
Shah: We are ready to have a debate in Parliament, but Rahul will not let Parliament function
HDK accuses DKS of meeting and conspiring with accused in Hassan sleaze CD distribution
Congress seeks JPC probe into IDBI Bank sale, alleges valuation irregularities
The party questions the use of banks funds by Fairfax to finance acquisition; demands disclosure of valuation reports
Congress seeks JPC probe into IDBI Bank sale, alleges valuation irregularities
The party questions the use of banks funds by Fairfax to finance acquisition; demands disclosure of valuation reports
HYDRAA removes encroachments in Fox Sagar lake FTL
HYDRAA removes encroachments in Fox Sagar lake FTL
Clean energy investments helped India soften West Asia crisis impact: PM Modi
Inaugurating Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo, Narendra Modi says Indias economy continued to grow despite the crisis; warns that excess dependence on fossil fuels could risk increased exposure to global disruptions
Revanth Reddy calls for world-class, permanent facilities for Khelo India Games
Revanth Reddy calls for world-class, permanent facilities for Khelo India Games
Agricultural workers demand wages be paid on time
Agricultural workers demand wages be paid on time
The U.S. heads to the polls for midterm elections on November 3, with Democrats seeking to regain control of the House and Senate. The results will also serve as a key test of President Donald Trumps standing amid voter discontent over the economy and the war with Iran.
The U.S. heads to the polls for midterm elections on November 3, with Democrats seeking to regain control of the House and Senate. The results will also serve as a key test of President Donald Trumps standing amid voter discontent over the economy and the war with Iran.
Jantar Mantar@Kochi event on November 7
Jantar Mantar@Kochi event on November 7
Kuno cheetah was killed by hunters; no wildlife syndicate involved, says STF
Two brothers had been arrested for killing the cheetah and a licensed double barrel muzzle-loading gun has also been recovered
SDM Law College founder principal N.J. Kadamba remembered
SDM Law College founder principal N.J. Kadamba remembered
Three arrested for attempting to extort money from lorry drivers
Congress reviews poll preparedness in Uttarakhand, Manipur; targets BJP governments
After meeting Congress leaders from Uttarakhand, party chief Mallikarjun Kharge accuses the BJPs double engine government of betraying the hopes and aspirations of the people over its 10 years in power in the State
Parliament panel to meet on Uttarakhand helicopter crash
The panel is also expected to deliberate on the high number of helicopter crashes that were reported from Uttarakhand in 2025
Pink Line likely to be inaugurated on November 13
Shillong, Nov 2: The Hyniewtrep Youths Council (HYC) has demanded the immediate resignation of Advocate General Amit Kumar and slammed the MDA government for its continued silence over his alleged inflated legal bills. Citing revelations by the Bar Associations, the HYC said invoices show Kumar charged Rs 1. 50 lakh per appearance before a commercial [] The post HYC demands AGs resignation over Rs 1.5 lakh fee row first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong Press Club condemns Arunachal police for naming journalist in search warrant
Shillong, Nov 2: The Shillong Press Club (SPC) and journalist fraternity in Meghalaya has strongly condemned the Arunachal Pradesh Police for including senior journalist and Deputy Editor of The Arunachal Times, Tongam Rina, in its request for search warrants in connection with the October 23 violence in Pasighat. In a letter of condemnation, the SPC [] The post Shillong Press Club condemns Arunachal police for naming journalist in search warrant first appeared on Highland Post .
After Council polls victory, BJP sets its sights on Hiriyuru bypolls
IFAD delegation from 8 countries visits Meghalaya
Shillong, Nov 2: A 21-member delegation of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Executive Board began its Meghalaya visit on Monday with field inspections of the Meghalaya Livelihoods and Access to Markets Project (M-LAMP) sites in Jirang, Ri Bhoi. The delegation comprising representatives from Brazil, China, Eritrea, Finland, Indonesia, Nigeria, Norway and the United [] The post IFAD delegation from 8 countries visits Meghalayas M-LAMP sites in Ri Bhoi first appeared on Highland Post .
Burglars steal 40 sovereigns of gold jewellery, 1.50 lakh cash from 3 houses
Kudla Birders record 73 species during Rajyotsava Bird Count
EU Film Festival to debut in Shillong, first time in Northeast
Shillong, Nov 2: The European Union Film Festival (EUFF) will make its Shillong debut from November 12 to 18, marking the first time the festival is being held in the Northeast. In its 31st edition, the festival will screen 21 award-winning films from 21 EU member states. It is organised by the Delegation of the [] The post EU Film Festival to debut in Shillong, first time in Northeast first appeared on Highland Post .
Da-La-Riti drops new EP as Goongoonalo debuts in Shillong
Shillong, Nov 2: Shillong-based folk-fusion band Da-La-Riti unveiled its EP Her Sha Ka Thong, marking a milestone in its journey to preserve and promote Khasi musical heritage. The EP was released by Principal Secretary FR Kharkongor and ICCR Zonal Director Munish Singh, in the presence of music icons Lou Majaw, Rudy Wahlang, Kit Shangpliang and [] The post Da-La-Riti drops new EP as Goongoonalo debuts in Shillong first appeared on Highland Post .
Temple priests in Dindigul urge authorities to fulfil demands
Six student groups from SWGH selected for state-level children
Shillong, Nov 2: Six student groups from South West Garo Hills have been selected to represent the district at the 32nd National Childrens Science Congress to be held in Shillong in the first week of December. The selection was made at the district-level competition held at St Claret Secondary School, Ampati on Monday, organised by [] The post Six student groups from SWGH selected for state-level childrens science congress first appeared on Highland Post .
Udupi police to initiate action against those humiliating rape victim on social media
BVB vice-president felicitated in Coimbatore
