LAC tensions rise as Chinese troops deviate from patrolling pattern
New Delhi, Oct 23 : India on Friday said the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) gets disturbed from time-to-time when Chinese forces diverge from established patrolling patterns, asserting that maintenance of peace and tranquillity in the border areas is essential for the overall development of bilateral relations. The remarks by External Affairs [] The post LAC tensions rise as Chinese troops deviate from patrolling pattern appeared first on Northlines .
Plan for next 20-30 yrs, stay prepared for emerging challenges: Rajnath
New Delhi, Oct 23: Asking Army commanders to plan for the next 20 to 30 years and remain prepared to respond to emerging challenges, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said Operation Sindoor demonstrated innovative thinking, better coordination and advanced weaponry of Indian armed forces. Addressing the Army Commanders Conference in New Delhi, Singh stressed [] The post Plan for next 20-30 yrs, stay prepared for emerging challenges: Rajnath appeared first on Northlines .
Power relief on horizon, crisis may not wait
MoP allocates 330 MW to J&K for DecFeb; officials say Nov could still bite Srinagar, Oct 23: With the onset of winters, the Ministry of Power (MoP) has allocated 330 Megawatts (MWs) power for Jammu and Kashmir for a period of three months beginning from December 2026. But officials warn the power crisis may hit [] The post Power relief on horizon, crisis may not wait appeared first on Northlines .
Trying my best to bring progress in every area: CM
10 MVA receiving station at Sail to be operational in 4-5 months Srinagar, Oct 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the National Conference (NC) government is making every effort to ensure development across Jammu and Kashmir. I am trying my best to bring progress in every area. This was my purpose of [] The post Trying my best to bring progress in every area: CM appeared first on Northlines .
LG designates Fast-Track Courts for paper leaks, exam cheating
Srinagar, Oct 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has designated two Special FastTrack Courts in Jammu and Srinagar to exclusively try offences such as paper leaks, cheating, and malpractices by examconducting agencies under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. In a notification, the Department of Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs stated that the [] The post LG designates Fast-Track Courts for paper leaks, exam cheating appeared first on Northlines .
Govt withdraws tag of subsidiary jails from 9 buildings
Srinagar, Oct 23: The Jammu & Kashmir Government has denotified nine buildings which had been declared as subsidiary jails at different points of time. In a notification issued by the Home Department, the Government has withdrawn the designation of subsidiary jail from nine buildings along with their premises. As per details, these buildings are in [] The post Govt withdraws tag of subsidiary jails from 9 buildings appeared first on Northlines .
Govt reviewing rejection of FRA applications in J
Around 42,000-47,000 applications received under the FRA Srinagar, Oct 23: The Jammu and Kashmir government is reviewing the rejection of a majority of applications filed under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), Minister for Tribal Affairs Javid Ahmad Rana said on Friday, acknowledging that implementation of the legislation in the Union Territory has been slow. Speaking [] The post Govt reviewing rejection of FRA applications in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
CS sensitizes on SDG-aligned budgeting ahead of next financial yr
Srinagar, Oct 23: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired an interdepartmental coordination meeting to sensitise administrative departments about integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their budgetary proposals for the forthcoming financial year, while addressing issues and concerns relating to the implementation of the proposed SDG-aligned budgeting framework. The Chief Secretary directed the concerned departments to [] The post CS sensitizes on SDG-aligned budgeting ahead of next financial yr appeared first on Northlines .
Must unite society against divisive forces: PM
New Delhi, Oct 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for efforts to address emerging societal ills and new challenges, unite society against divisive forces and inspire citizens towards self-reliance. Inaugurating the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Sammelan here, Modi said Chinmaya Mission was not merely an institution but a thought Chinmaya, meaning pure [] The post Must unite society against divisive forces: PM appeared first on Northlines .
HC Main Wing to close in Srinagar on Oct 31, reopen in Jammu on Nov 2
JAMMU TAWI, Oct 23: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the shifting of its Main Wing and several important administrative offices from Srinagar to Jammu in connection with the Annual Darbar Move for the winter season 2026-27. According to order issued by Registrar General M K Sharma, the Main Wing [] The post HC Main Wing to close in Srinagar on Oct 31, reopen in Jammu on Nov 2 appeared first on Northlines .
DA case registered against Girdawar
Jammu Tawi, Oct 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a disproportionate assets (DA) case against a Girdawar posted at Tehsil Headquarters Gandoh in Doda district over allegations that he accumulated assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. According to an official statement, the case has been registered under FIR No. [] The post DA case registered against Girdawar appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Railway Div re-engages 25 retired employees to boost operations
Jammu Tawi, Oct 23: Jammu Railway Division has re-engaged 25 retired employees from its Commercial and Operating departments to strengthen passenger services, improve operational efficiency and manage the anticipated festive-season rush. The selection was completed by a three-member committee constituted under the guidance of Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Vivek Kumar. The committee comprised Senior Divisional [] The post Jammu Railway Div re-engages 25 retired employees to boost operations appeared first on Northlines .
BJP To Hold Padayatra Against Congress Narrative
Similar rallies are planned in five major cities across the state. Karimnagar and Siddipet have been finalised for November 4 and 5 respectively, with senior national leaders expected to attend.
BJP Backs Etalas Padayatra On Dump Yard Issue
Reddy said surrounding colonies had suffered for nearly three decades, with about 10,000 metric tonnes of waste accumulating daily at the dump yard, damaging public health and living conditions
Major Ebola vaccine trial begins in DR Congo as outbreak continues
Digital Desk | Kinshasa, Oct 23 (IANS) A major clinical trial to evaluate vaccines against the Bundibugyo Ebola virus began Friday in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with the first participants vaccinated as the country battles the largest recorded outbreak of the virus. The Phase 2/3 trial, known as Tumaini, was launched in Bunia, the capital of the hardest-hit Ituri Province, said the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, which is funding and supporting the study. The trial comes amid a worsening Ebola crisis that has claimed more than 4,600 lives in the DRC since May. Despite the scale of the outbreak, no vaccine has yet been approved specifically against the Bundibugyo virus, Xinhua News Agency reported. Tumaini, meaning hope in Swahili, aims to assess the safety, immune responses and effectiveness of several vaccine candidates, particularly among people who have been in contact with confirmed Ebola patients and face a high risk of infection. The trial uses an adaptive platform design, allowing multiple vaccine candidates to be evaluated within a single study through a ring vaccination approach targeting contacts of confirmed cases. The first vaccine entering the trial is Ervebo, which is already licensed to prevent disease caused by the Zaire Ebola virus but has not been proven effective against the Bundibugyo virus. Two additional vaccines specifically developed against the Bundibugyo virus, one by Moderna and another by the University of Oxford in collaboration with the Serum Institute of India, are expected to join the trial shortly. The launch of the Tumaini trial marks a critical step towards establishing whether candidate vaccines can effectively protect people against the Bundibugyo virus, said Chikwe Ihekweazu, executive director of the World Health Organization's Health Emergencies Program. WHO Regional Director for Africa Mohamed Janabi also welcomed the launch Friday, saying the trial would generate crucial evidence on candidate vaccines while strengthening the response to the ongoing outbreak and preparedness for future epidemics. According to the latest figures released late Wednesday by the DRC's health authorities, the country had recorded 9,704 confirmed Ebola cases, including 4,687 deaths, as of October 20, with a case fatality rate of 48.3 per cent. The epidemic was declared in the DRC on May 15 and designated a public health emergency of international concern by the WHO two days later. The Africa CDC subsequently declared it a public health emergency of continental security. The current Ebola outbreak has become the largest and deadliest ever recorded in the DRC and the second-largest Ebola outbreak globally, after the 2014-2016 West Africa epidemic.
Gujarat Invites Rajasthan Leaders to Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027
Gujarat invites Rajasthans Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister to the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027, set for January. Gujarat Invites Rajasthan Leaders to Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027
Congress MP Imran Masood detained during Jamia protests as students demand union polls
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) The Delhi Police on Friday detained Congress MP Imran Masood and Samajwadi Party MP Mohibbullah Nadvi while attempting to meet students demanding the restoration of the Jamia Millia Islamia's elected students' union amid the ongoing student protest at the university in Delhi. The agitation, which began on October 12, has centred on the announcement of an election schedule for the Jamia Millia Islamia Students' Union (JMISU), withdrawal of disciplinary action against protesters and restoration of democratic representation on campus. The controversy widened after slogans including Free Kashmir and Free Sharjeel Imam were reportedly found written on campus walls. Jamia Millia Islamia has been without an elected students' union since 2006, when the body was dissolved. The last elections were held in 2005. Students began an indefinite hunger strike on October 12, demanding the restoration of the union and an official notification announcing the election schedule for the 2026-27 academic session. Their grievances extend beyond student representation. Protesters have raised concerns about academic facilities, attendance policies, hostel conditions, scholarships and research stipends. They said that an elected union would provide a platform to raise these concerns and participate in decisions affecting student welfare. Congress MP Imran Masood, who visited the campus to support the protesters, rejected slogans advocating the division of India. Look, we do not support any slogan that talks about breaking up India. We will not support those who talk about breaking up India under any circumstances. Kashmir is an integral part of India and will always remain so. Attempts are being made to derail this entire movement through these posters, he said. On the poster controversy, Masood alleged that the BJP itself puts up posters before creating a stir over them. He reiterated that Kashmir was an integral part of India. Congress MP Imran Masood arrived at Jamia on Friday to join the protesting students but was detained by police. Backing their demands, Masood questioned why the university had not restored the students' union. The students demands are justified. Why is the student union not being reinstated? These students are the future of the country. Why are attempts being made to crush the future of the country? he said. Masood also expressed solidarity with students facing disciplinary action. I can even give my life for my children. These are my children and the future of my country. Attempts are being made to crush their rights. Students have been expelled from the university. Why is the student union not being reinstated? What exactly is the reason you do not want to restore the student union? he said. Separately, Samajwadi Party MP Mohibbullah Nadvi alleged that police detained him while he was travelling to meet the protesters. Nadvi, a Jamia alumnus, said he considered supporting the students his duty. He was later released. Visuals of his detention also surfaced on social media. In a letter to Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi on October 21, CPI(M) MP John Brittas highlighted the absence of an elected union for nearly two decades. He cited constitutional provisions guaranteeing freedom of speech and association, University Grants Commission guidelines on students entitlements and the Lyngdoh Committee recommendations on student elections. Hunger-striking student Jasim Ali refuted the allegations and blamed the university administration for the incident, alleging that elements responsible for writing the slogans had been planted among protesters to disrupt their peaceful agitation. We completely refute this thing. And this thing that has happened, the Jamia administration is entirely at fault. This is not our job; it is the Jamia administration's job to stop such mischievous elements. But they themselves have been planted among us by the Jamia admin so that our peaceful protest can be ended, Ali said, according to IANS. Reiterating the protesters demands, Ali said their agitation was focused on restoring the students union and announcing its election schedule. Our only demand is the restoration of the student union and its schedule, and we are standing firm on that. Otherwise, these things being talked about are baseless, pre-planned by the Jamia admin, he said, according to IANS. The university administration has condemned controversial slogans found on campus walls, including VC go back. It has begun removing the writing using chemical agents and attempting to identify those responsible. A university official said strict action would be taken against those involved. The official also alleged that some CCTV cameras had been tampered with and their wiring disconnected or damaged in areas where the slogans appeared. The central disagreement remains unresolved: while the university has initiated a constitution-drafting process and promised a review of disciplinary action, protesters insist that these measures cannot substitute for an immediate election notification.
Jason Momoa's water firm says 6m bottles removed; hotel refillers do 500/hour
Mananalu, founded by Jason Momoa, aims to eliminate single-use plastic bottles through innovative refill systems. The newly implemented technology connects to local water sources and fills reusable containers. This approach also significantly reduces carbon emissions associated with traditional bottled water. Initiatives are starting in Hawaii, where waste management is crucial due to heavy reliance on imported water.
'Ilhan Omar is not Ilhan Omar': DOJ probe heats up as new details about 'brother marriage' emerge
VHP Demands Action Over Controversial Slogans at Jamia Millia Islamia
VHPs Vinod Bansal calls for strict action against those responsible for anti-government slogans at Jamia Millia Islamia. VHP Demands Action Over Controversial Slogans at Jamia Millia Islamia
Barcelona defender Kounde fails to train just two days ahead of 'Clasico'
Digital Desk | Madrid, Oct 23 (IANS) FC Barcelona look almost certain to be without defender Jules Kounde for Sunday's vital La Liga game at home to arch-rival Real Madrid after the Frenchman failed to train with his teammates on Friday. Kounde sprained his ankle in last Saturday's 5-2 win away to Betis, and although he missed Tuesday's Champions League defeat away to Paris Saint-Germain, there had been hopes he could recover in time for Sunday's match, in which Barcelona will look to extend their six-point lead over their historic rival. However, Kounde's failure to train with the group on Friday, as he worked with a physiotherapist in the gym, means he is now highly unlikely to be available for Sunday's game. His injury comes at a bad time for Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, who also lost Eric Garcia to a thigh injury last Saturday, with the Spain international expected to be sidelined for three to four weeks. Andreas Christensen is also unavailable as he continues to recover from a thigh injury. Flick called up B-team defender Alex Campos, who travelled to Paris with the squad this week, to Friday's training session, along with B-team midfielders Orian Goren and Ebrima Tunkara. The Barcelona coach has several options to replace Kounde on Sunday, with 19-year-old Xavi Espart the most likely candidate to fill in at right-back. Alternatively, Flick could move Joao Cancelo from left-back to right-back and bring Alejandro Balde into the starting lineup on the left. Espart made his first-team debut last season and was an unused substitute when Barcelona beat Real Madrid 2-0 in May to clinch the league title. He has since established himself as a regular member of coach Hansi Flick's squad. The teenager's versatility, which allows him to operate at either fullback position and contribute in attack, has helped him earn more playing time. He also scored his first Champions League goal in Tuesday's 4-2 defeat at Paris Saint-Germain, reports Xinhua. Speaking to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo in an interview published Thursday, the Barcelona academy graduate acknowledged the intensity of the challenge awaiting him. The truth is it will be a war, Espart said, insisting that his side would hold nothing back. We will go all out; it's a Clasico. You always have to give one hundred percent, and now we have the opportunity to move further ahead in points, so we will fight to the death, he added. If selected, Espart could face a difficult assignment against Real Madrid's Yan Diomande, who scored a spectacular volley in Wednesday's 4-1 Champions League victory over RB Leipzig.
From January 2027, the Periodic Labour Force Survey will include unpaid household activities and digital platform workers. New questions will identify individuals engaged in caregiving and relevant unpaid volunteer work in both urban and rural settings. This expansion aims to enhance the measurement of labour-market data. The survey will enable better reporting and data collection on these aspects annually.
North or South Kolkata, Durga Puja revelry stays low in decibels
NTR Varsity To Celebrate Ruby Jubilee On October 26
Chandrasekhar said the university was established in 1986 through the initiative of former chief minister N.T. Rama Rao to bring medical and allied health education under a dedicated university system.
Property Show to Showcase Housing, Retail Projects
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Former Adilabad DCC Chief Bhargav Deshpande To Join BRS
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JP Nadda Reviews Healthcare Services at RML Hospital in New Delhi
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Congress MP Imran Masood released after brief detention near Jamia amid student protests
Ten people, including Congress MP Imran Masood, were detained by Delhi Police near Jamia Millia Islamia on Friday amid an ongoing protest for restoration of the university's students' union. After Imran Masood was escorted out of the campus, the police took him into custody. However, he was released from custody soon after brief detention.
CHL 2026: Yuvraj Walmikis hat-trick sinks Sanskardhani Strikers; Chakradhar Champions go to top
Digital Desk | Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Oct 23 (IANS) It was yet another great day for hockey at the Chhattisgarh Hockey League (CHL) with Chakradhar Champions blazing past Sanskardhani Strikers 6-4 in a lopsided evening match in Raipur. The proceedings were witnessed by the Deputy Chief Minister of the state, Shri Arun Sao, which only motivated the players to deliver their best at the state-of-the-art Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium, Raipur. The match started with seasoned Indian player SV Sunils brilliance. When chances weren't coming for Chakradhar, all he needed was a pass from the midfield. From there, he sent down a precise pass to Yuvraj Walmiki in the circle, who attempted a shot and scored on the rebound. Just a minute later, CC created another opportunity that resulted in a goal. Arjun Yadav managed to steal the ball from the Strikers defender just outside the circle and passed it in front of the goalpost. Kartik Yadav was ready with a big dive to swell the lead to 2-0. It did not take long in the 2nd quarter for the Champions to come up with their third goal. This time, it was a PC conversion, a rare combination where the ball was directed towards Sunil by the drag-flicker, and then to Walmiki, who just guided the ball into the post. But despite the setbacks, Strikers did pull one back in the quarter when Shahrukh sounded the board on the rebound. Vaibhav Singh Chandel could not stop the bullet strike from inside the circle. Things further went downhill for the Strikers when keeper Aditya Kumar Netam went for a tackle against Kartik. As a result, Walmiki received a penalty stroke and struck another goal. The third quarter was a complete turnaround for Sanskardhani Strikers, where they produced two more goals. The first was a field goal by Shahrukh, while the other came in the form of a late penalty stroke by Shamsher, bringing the score to 4-3. Come the fourth, CC came all guns blazing, and Manish scored through a fine deflection in the circle. That goal, in a way, ended all hopes for the Strikers. Another PC meant another scoring opportunity for Sunils team; the goal did come, albeit on the rebound by Walmiki, who went on to score his third of the night. Shamsher concluded the proceedings with a field goal, with the score reading 6-4. Shahrukh won the striker of the match award, while Walmiki won the player of the match. Mainpat Titans, Bailadila Bulls play out close 3-3 draw Earlier in the day, Mainpat Titans and Bailadila Bulls played out a closely fought 3-3 draw. It was Pradeep Mors Titans who dominated the proceedings in the first two quarters, while Chinglensana Singhs Bulls were the better side in the last two. Titans led by two goals until halftime, but Jaskaran Singh and Rahul Yadav brought their team back when no one expected them to. The match was so evenly poised that both the sides managed to score twice in the dying minutes of the match. For his excellent play, Prahalad was awarded the striker of the match, while Karan Dhanuk won the player of the match.
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Jennifer Lopez to Headline Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026
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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
Greek parliament approves social media ban for under-15s from January
Digital Desk | Athens, Oct 23 (IANS) The Greek parliament has approved legislation banning children under 15 from accessing social media from January 1, 2027, Greek media reported Friday. The legislation requires social media platforms to implement age-verification measures to ensure compliance. Companies that fail to meet the requirements could face fines of up to 6 per cent of their global annual turnover. Addressing parliament ahead of the vote on Thursday evening, Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence Minister Dimitris Papastergiou described the measure as a necessary step that is compatible with the European Union's (EU) existing regulatory framework, Xinhua News Agency reported. It would have been very easy to do absolutely nothing today and wait for the perfect European law. But the challenge is here. Children are sinking into the internet every day, and I believe a responsible government must do what it is obliged to do, he said. Minister of State Akis Skertsos said technology should be regulated in ways that give children greater freedom to grow up safely. Meanwhile, Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis described digital addiction as a public health challenge. Excessive use of social media can negatively affect children's sleep, concentration, social relationships and psychological development, he said. The legislation forms part of broader government efforts to protect children from harmful online content, cyberbullying and platform features that encourage excessive use. Greece aims to become the first EU member state to introduce such a ban, the government has said. The French parliament passed legislation on July 21 aimed at protecting minors from the risks associated with social media use. However, the French Constitutional Council ruled on August 14 that the key provision banning under-15s from accessing social media was unconstitutional. Australia banned social media for under-16s in December last year. The Australian federal parliament passed the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024 in November 2024, requiring certain social media platforms to take easonable steps to prevent children under 16 from having accounts.
Jarange clip: Sena neta targets BJP as Maha CM orders probe
Jhansi MPs name missing in the voters list
Sukhbir Badal's alliance pitch puts BJP-SAD reunion back in focus
Earlier in August, Badal's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his office in Parliament House had triggered speculation about the possibility of the regional party joining hands with the BJP again. The SAD had snapped its 24-year-old alliance with the BJP in September 2020 over the now-scrapped three farm laws.
Punjab assembly passes resolution against CEC over voter deletions, demands inquiry
Singer Diljit Dosanjhs upcoming October 30 concert in New Delhi is officially back on track after Delhi Police reconsidered its earlier stance and granted clearance following discussions with event organisers BookMyShow Live. Responding to the intense public debate and social media chatter, the singer released a humorous video reel reacting to the developments. Diljits Lighthearted [] The post Diljit Dosanjh Reacts Hilariously as Delhi Police Grants Permission for October 30 Concert Following Organiser Meetings appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Saudi Arabia attacks: Embassy updates on injured Indians, issues safety advisory
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Tensions Rise at Jamia Millia Islamia Following Free Kashmir Slogans
Tensions escalated at Jamia Millia Islamia as Congress MP Imran Masood was detained amid protests for student union elections. Tensions Rise at Jamia Millia Islamia Following Free Kashmir Slogans
18-yr-old youth stabbed to death, 3 injured at Hisar railway station
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Jantar Mantar Protest: All 57 FIRs Transferred To Crime Branch
Jaya Bachchan Leads Family WhatsApp Group Activity, Amitabh Bachchan Relies on SMS for Messages
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Gujarat: BJP weighs names for Gandhinagar mayor, standing committee chairman posts
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 23 (IANS) The BJPs Gujarat unit is holding discussions on key civic appointments following its victory in the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC) elections, with the selection of the new mayor and standing committee chairman among the posts under consideration, according to party officials. The partys state election committee met in Gandhinagar on Friday in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and state BJP president Jagdish Vishwakarma. The meeting comes after the BJP retained control of the state capitals civic body, winning 38 of the 44 seats in the elections on October 11. The Congress won five seats, while an Independent candidate secured one. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which had won one seat in the previous election, failed to open its account this time. The mayors post in the GMC is reserved for a member of the Other Backward Classes (OBC). Four names Kanaiyalal Desai, Mahesh Chaudhary, Dharmendra Nai and Rupsinhji Thakor have emerged as possible contenders, according to reports. The party is also considering appointments to the deputy mayors post, the standing committee chairmanship and the ruling party leadership in the corporation. The standing committee chairmans post is among the key positions in the civic body, given the committees role in examining municipal proposals and financial matters. Mahendra Patel and Mehul Patel were among the names being discussed for the post, although there was no official confirmation of the final selection. The BJPs selection process follows the conclusion of elections to the GMC and two other local bodies, Okha and Thara. The party won 33 of 36 seats in Okha and 19 of 24 in Thara, retaining control of both municipalities. Party leaders confirmed the presence of Patel, Vishwakarma and other key leaders at the state election committee meeting but did not specify the agenda or announce any appointments. The names of the new civic office-bearers should therefore be treated as pending until the party makes a formal announcement.
Khet Bachao (Rabi) 2026: Healthy Soil, Prosperous Farmers
Dr. Parveen Kumar* The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India has been giving top priority to agriculture sector and it is manifested through various coordinated efforts involving agricultural universities, state departments of agriculture and allied sectors. These coordinated efforts run in the form of regular seasonal campaigns aimed at promoting [] The post Khet Bachao (Rabi) 2026: Healthy Soil, Prosperous Farmers appeared first on Northlines .
Ghost Projects Exposed: ADEO and Village Mate Arrested for Siphoning Over Rs 12.33 Lakh in Koraput
Odisha Vigilance arrested an ADEO and a Village Mate in Koraput district for allegedly siphoning over Rs 12.33 lakh through fake development projects. Read more. The post Ghost Projects Exposed: ADEO and Village Mate Arrested for Siphoning Over Rs 12.33 Lakh in Koraput appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Raigad Zilla Parishad Student Injured as Classroom Plaster Collapses
Samajwadi Party may not agree to allot Congress more than 70 seats
Seat sharing talks for Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls get tougher By Pradeep Kapoor LUCKNOW: Hard bargaining from smaller parties is creating bigger problem in seat sharing in INDIA bloc as well in ruling NDA in Uttar Pradesh for crucial 2027 assembly polls. Realising the sensitivity of the complex issue of seat sharing with [] The post Samajwadi Party may not agree to allot Congress more than 70 seats appeared first on Northlines .
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MP CM to inaugurate Rs 2,388 crore Narmada irrigation project tomorrow
Digital Desk | Indore, Oct 23 (IANS) Farmers in 260 villages of Madhya Pradesh's Dhar and Jhabua districts are set to get irrigation water through an underground pressurised pipeline network under a Rs 2,387.60 crore project to be inaugurated on Saturday. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the Narmada-Jhabua-Petlawad-Thandla-Sardarpur micro-lift irrigation project at the sports complex in Sardarpur in Dhar district, according to a statement issued by his office on Friday. The project aims to provide irrigation facilities to 57,422 hectares of agricultural land, including 25,422 hectares in 66 villages of Sardarpur tehsil in Dhar district and 32,000 hectares in 194 villages across six tehsils of Jhabua district. The project will facilitate irrigation in 260 villages of Dhar and Jhabua districts and create opportunities to increase agricultural production, the statement said. Under the scheme, 186.62 million cubic metres of water will be lifted from the Narmada River at Chandankhedi village in Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district. The project will require 102.30 MW of electricity to operate. Its key feature is an underground pipeline system designed to deliver water under a pressure of 20 metres to agricultural blocks of up to 2.5 hectares. Farmers will be able to use the pressurised water for drip and sprinkler irrigation. The system is expected to improve water-use efficiency compared with conventional irrigation methods. It will also eliminate the need to level fields for irrigation, according to the Chief Minister's Office. In Jhabua district, the project will cover 108 villages in Jhabua tehsil, six in Petlawad, 28 in Meghnagar, 39 in Thandla, 12 in Rama and one in Ranapur. The underground pipeline system will provide pressurised water for irrigation through drip and sprinkler methods, the statement said. The project is expected to expand access to irrigation water across the targeted areas and support farming in the two districts. The foundation of the project was laid down in 2018 by the then Chief Minister and now Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
Godrej Properties plans 32,000 crore project launches in H2 FY27: CEO
Godrej Properties has lined up project launches worth over 32,000 crore for H2 FY27, even as its Q2 net profit fell 62% YoY to 154 crore, while cash collections rose 31%
Japan visa for Indians: Visa fees, documents, application process and processing time explained
From Mecca to Badr: New Defence Alliances and the questions facing India
A world seeking alternatives to the American security umbrella By Bhasha Singh New defence partnerships are emerging across the world. Their purpose is not merely to strengthen military capabilities but also to reduce dependence on other countries for weapons production and technology. On October 21, Trkiye, Pakistan, Indonesia and Qatar signed the Badr [] The post From Mecca to Badr: New Defence Alliances and the questions facing India appeared first on Northlines .
Odisha attracts 53,893 crore investment proposals at India Chem 2026, expects 20,210 jobs
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said the proposals include major investments in chemicals and power as Odisha seeks to diversify its economy
Jhansi defence corridor workshop charts growth, investment plans
American Express plans to cut about 3,500 jobs, roughly 5% of its global workforce, as it seeks to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The announcement came alongside stronger third-quarter results and an upgraded 2026 earnings forecast.
Washington closes one door to Indian techies but keeps open another
Modi Govt must put up a foolproof case before Trump Administration By T N Ashok NEW YORK: Washington has not shut the American Dream to Indian engineers. It has made it slower, costlier and more insulting, and the industrys answer is to move the job rather than the worker. The US Labor [] The post Washington closes one door to Indian techies but keeps open another appeared first on Northlines .
The reported collapse of the Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) and Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) in Jammu and Kashmir is a matter that cannot be dismissed as a routine administrative delay. These institutions deal with children who are either in conflict with law or are already living in circumstances of neglect, abandonment, abuse and vulnerability. When [] The post Juvenile Justice cannot wait appeared first on Northlines .
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32.86% voting recorded in Allahabad-Jhansi graduate seat poll
Girl's Family Objects To His Advances, Man Murders Her Mother In Tamil Nadu
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Hostile witnesses no ground to reject dying declaration: HC
Stone-pelting on Kashmir-bound bus: 'Robbery plot' behind Punjab attack
Yathindra defends CMs wifes role in Dasara puja
Indian realty sector sees 69% fall in deal value to USD 705 mn in Jul-Sep: Grant Thornton Bharat
Indian real estate recorded USD 705 million in deals in the July-September quarter. This marks a significant 69 percent decrease from the previous quarter's USD 2.3 billion. Deal volumes also fell by 38 percent quarter-on-quarter, indicating a cautious investment climate. Private equity remained a key contributor with nine transactions valued at USD 555 million.
Magnitude 5.2 earthquake strikes Myanmar, no injuries reported
Amid Drug Problem In Punjab, Man Caught Stealing Syringes From Hospital
The incident comes amid reports that people who inject drugs are facing difficulties obtaining syringes from several medical stores in Moga.
Odisha police to procure anti-drone gun with 2km jamming range
Upper-layer NBFCs must list on stock exchanges: RBI Guv Sanjay Malhotra
His remarks come amid a debate over whether Tata Sons, the holding company of India's largest conglomerate Tata group, is required to go public
Trump says Burnham is 'getting it done' after Jackdaw decision
The US president has praised Burnham after the government allowed gas drilling in the North Sea's Jackdaw field.
Jio Platforms IPO rides institutional demand to 22.19 times subscription
QIBs bid 70.6 times the quota reserved for them; retail segment bought 2.7x
Bajaj General Insurance appoints former Manappuram head Deepak Reddy as CEO-designate
Bajaj General Insurance has named Deepak Reddy, former CEO of Manappuram Finance, as CEO-designate from 1 January 2027, subject to regulatory approval.
Manjha death: Police intensify raid, politicians condemn it
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Calls for Investigation into Voter Fraud Allegations
Punjabs CM Bhagwant Mann demands the cancellation of the Special Intensive Review, citing threats to democracy from voter manipulation. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Calls for Investigation into Voter Fraud Allegations
KSOU reg director rejects exam malpractice charge
Portia gifted Ellen a Rwanda gorilla project in 2018; its campus welcomed 40,000+ visitors by 2023
Joshi: Conspiracy should be revealed
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Jordan church shooting: 7 killed, 34 hurt in terror attack as gunmen open fire
A manhunt was underway to track down those responsible. The terrorist attack against Karak will be met with the harshest retaliation, King Abdullah said in a post on X. Of the 34 injured, 27 were still receiving treatment
Pune wrestler wins Jayadeva Jangi Kusthi
Union Minister Giriraj Singh Questions Rahul Gandhis Foreign Trip Funding
Giriraj Singh challenges Rahul Gandhi to disclose funding details for his foreign trips amid rising political tensions in India. Union Minister Giriraj Singh Questions Rahul Gandhis Foreign Trip Funding
Fadnavis Orders Probe Into Jarange Audio Clip
I will certainly conduct an inquiry into it and bring out the truth: Reports
US midterms 2026: Mark Carney rejects US claim of election interference, says 'no merit'
Raj to elect sarpanch, ward panch in phase-I panchayat body elections today
John Legend Gets REAL About Hip-Hops Role in His Career
John Legend is reflecting on hip-hops lasting influence on his music career, revealing the powerful praise Jay-Z once gave him: Youre our voice. The Grammy-winning singer discusses collaborations with Jay-Z, Kanye West, Rick Ross and Metro Boomin, explaining why hip-hop has always been central to his musical identity. From adding soulful vocals to rap records to working with artists he admires, Legend celebrates the genres impact on his legacy and creative expression over the years.
Army Preparing for Biggest West Bank Operation in Decades, Netanyahu Says
SRINAGAR: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered preparations for a large-scale military operation across the occupied West Bank following a shooting near Hebron on October 23 that killed two Israeli soldiers and wounded three others. According to The Guardian, Netanyahu directed security forces to cordon off Hebron and prepare for wider restrictions across the []
Revanth calls for joint efforts to make South India safer
