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ITBP sets up strategic base in Naxal-hit Abujhmad in Chhattisgarh
Security forces are intensifying operations in Abujhmad, Chhattisgarh. The ITBP has set up a new base in Lanka village, strategically positioned near the Maharashtra border. This move aims to disrupt Naxal supply lines and movement. The establishment of multiple bases is part of a larger plan to eradicate Left Wing Extremism by early 2026.
43 Heritage Bye-laws for over 50 monuments likely to be tabled in Parliament Winter Session
NEW DELHI: Drafts of at least 43 Heritage Bye-laws (HBLs) covering over 50 monuments readied by the National Monument Authority (NMA) are likely to be laid in Parliament during the winter session starting Monday. The documents will subsequently be put in the public domain to seek feedback. So far, 124 HBLs covering about 178 heritage sites have been placed before the both Houses of Parliament. (450) The drafts are approved in Parliament. In this session, we are planning to lay 43 HBLs covering 54 sites. The process, obviously, depends upon the session of Parliament. We have limited days; two days in a week. One day is for Lok Sabha, that is Monday, and Thursday is for Rajya Sabha. So, according to the business of Parliament, it is done, said an official, aware of the matter. The laws are to ensure that new construction and activities around protected sites comply with regulations for heritage conservation. The NMA prepares the draft bye-laws, and once approved by it, they are submitted to Parliament for their final endorsement. The drafts of monuments prepared this year include Triple shrined Temple of Bhavani (Ahmednagar, Maharashtra), Temple of Amriteshwar (Ahmednagar, Maharashtra), Fort and gateway excluding the ancient buildings and tomb of Bismillah Shah Wali (Kadapa District or YSR Kadapa District in Andhra Pradesh), Nahar Jharokha compound, Rupmati Pavilion, Baz Bahadurs Palace, Darya Khans Tomb, and Hathi Mahal (Dhar, Madhya Pradesh), Kailasanatha Swamy temple (Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu), Bhimesvara temple (East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh), St Francis Church, Fort Kochi (Ernakulam, Kerala) and Fort including ancient temples (Jaisalmer, Rajasthan). To ensure speedy and transparent approval of construction and repair works in the vicinity of the protected historical sites, the NMA has expedited finalisation of HBLs for 141 monuments. The process is expected to be over within the next six months. Following the directions of the culture ministry to prioritise preparation of HBLs for monuments attracting the highest number of applications seeking permission for construction-related applications, the NMA identified 294 such heritage sites across the country. Out of the 294 identified monuments, bye laws of 151 are already completed, prepared or have been submitted before the Parliament. Most applications are received from Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Delhi, where rapid urbanisation is taking place. Fewer applications for approvals are from Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and parts of the northeast. As mandated by the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (AMASR) Act 2010, there should be separate bye-laws for all 3,693 heritage sites or monuments under the jurisdiction of ASI to regulate development and construction around protected monuments. These rules were to be framed by 2012. However, till January 2020, by-laws for only five monuments or sites were cleared and presented before the Parliament.
Haryanas Nuh emerges as key operational base in white-collar terror module
BHOPAL:The Nuh district of Haryana has emerged as an alleged hideout, operational base for sourcing materials and recruitment ground for the white collar modules operatives. This comes against the investigations' progress into the white-collar terror module and the 10/11 Delhi blast case. The same southeastern Haryana district has also turned out to be the nucleus of Madhya Pradeshs biggest-ever inter-state cyber crime ring, which was busted by the police in early 2025. As the MP polices cyber crime unit accelerates its probe into the inter-state racket, men operating from Nuh (Haryana) have emerged as the kingpins and masterminds, which is believed to be worth more than Rs 3000 crore. Anatomy of a white collar terror module The cyber fraud ring involved more than 1000 bank accounts of people in the Vindhya and Mahakoshal region of MP, being used as mule accounts to park and circulate fraud money and hundreds of SIM cards sourced from MP were used by cyber fraudsters for committing crimes across the country. More than 25 persons, hailing from MP, Haryana and Bihar, have so far been arrested and charge-sheeted in the court in MP. The men in Nuh (mostly school dropouts) operated an illegal call centre at a flat in Gurugram, which was used to make calls to people for duping them via various kinds of cyber-crimes, including job offers, gaming and cryptocurrency investment frauds, etc. The SIM cards, which were sourced by the rackets kingpins from their operatives in MP and other states, reached through middlemen based in the Bihar capital Patna. Cybercrime police bust ATM card cloning racket, nab onefrom Haryana The bank accounts, which were used as mule accounts (around 70 per cent of them were originally held by low-income people in MPs Vindhya and Mahakoshal regions), served as the pipeline through which more than Rs 3,000 crore was routed to various destinations. The funds which were rotated through these accounts were actually proceeds of cybercrime committed in various parts of the country, religious charity money, as well as money from unknown sources suspected to have been used possibly for terror funding. A large sum of money was actually routed through the mule accounts to the Middle East, a MP police officer added. The men operating from Nuh even operated shell companies/firms in Hyderabad and parts of Maharashtra. These shell firms/companies were particularly used for cyber fraud and the transfer of illicit money. The 25-plus men who have been arrested in the case over the last 11 months have already been charge-sheeted in the court. Now we are going to zero in upon the real kingpins/masterminds of the racket in Nuh, the officer maintained. As per MP police sources, its not the first time that Nuhs name has cropped up in a major cybercrime case. Nuh has gradually emerged as a prime cybercrime hotspot in the country. Years back, it was Jamtara in Jharkhand, but a sustained crackdown witnessed newer hotspots emerge in West Bengal, adjoining parts of Odisha and later some parts of western UP. But over the last couple of years, Nuh in Haryana and adjoining districts of Rajasthan have come out as the prime cyber-crime hub of India, Madhya Pradesh polices SP (state cyber crime cell) Pranay Nagwanshi said. Children are linked to cybercrime in at least three of every 3,000 cases, say experts
SyedMushtaqAli Trophy | Pragnaysteers Hyderabad home to a facile win over Goa
Lalit delights with a belligerent unbeaten 85 for the latter; Madhya Pradesh registers its second straight victory; Chandigarh puts it past Maharashtra
Maharashtra Local Body Polls On Dec 2; Litmus Test For Mahayuti's One-Year-Old Government
Significant indicator of political sentiment in Maharashtra following the BJP-led Mahayuti's landslide victory in the November 2024 assembly elections
Chhattisgarh: 37 Naxalites surrender in Dantewada
Officials said the surrendered cadres will receive Rs 50,000 each under the rehabilitation policy, along with additional support from the Chhattisgarh Government, including skills training and agricultural land
Avaada says every state has execution challenges, more bullish on Maharashtra
Avaada Group expresses strong optimism for Maharashtra's renewable energy sector. The company highlights the state's effective single-window clearance system and ample barren land as key advantages. Avaada acknowledges that execution challenges are common in all Indian states. The group emphasizes its commitment to ethical operations and timely project commissioning, even with minor cost escalations.
Delhi AQI moves from very poor to poor
Shadipur recorded the worst AQI level of 335, followed by Jahangirpuri (324), Nehru Nagar (319), RK Puram (307), and the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences in Dilshad Garden (303), all of which also remained in the `very poor` bracket
Maharashtra Minister and BJP leader Jaykumar Gore on Saturday urged women voters to remain loyal to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the upcoming civic body polls, citing the government's Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme. Addressing a poll rally in Solapur, the state Rural Development Minister advised women to accept money from whoever offers it, but to vote only for the BJP-led alliance. You don't even get Rs 100 from your husbands. Devabhau (Fadnavis) introduced the Ladki Bahin Yojana and gave you Rs 1,500. If he is not in power, the money will stop coming into your accounts, he told women at the gathering. Take money from anyone; it does not matter. But don't vote for them. When you cast your votes, don't forget the Rs 1,500 given by Devabhau. Stay loyal, he said. Even brothers, while gifting money to their sisters during Raksha Bandhan, take approval from their wives, he said. Taking a swipe at Mahayuti allies, the minister said that although some parties in the ruling dispensation claim that the treasury is with them, the final approval lies with the BJP. The elections to 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats will take place on December 2, and votes will be counted on December 3. More than 1.07 crore voters will elect 6859 members and 288 municipal presidents. (With inputs from PTI)
For lovers of books and music, the Nageswaran Temple at Kumbakonam is inseparable from T. Janakiramans Mogamul and the soul-stirring music of the Hindustani performers from Maharashtra.
For lovers of books and music, the Nageswaran Temple at Kumbakonam is inseparable from T. Janakiramans Mohamul and the soul-stirring music of the Hindustani performers from Maharashtra.
Bombay high court directs committee to expedite decisions on Kanjurmarg dumping ground grievances
The Bombay High Court expressed surprise that a committee appointed in July to address air pollution grievances near the Kanjurmarg dumping ground has not yet made any decisions. The court directed the committee, guided by the deputy chief minister, to hold a hearing on December 2 and take appropriate action on residents' concerns.
Pune: Six workers injured in LPG explosion at Bhosari MIDC unit
A sudden LPG-linked explosion at Ambika Powder Coating in Bhosari MIDC on Saturday afternoon sparked a fire that left one worker seriously injured and five others with minor burns
Bombay high court seeks BMC affidavit on Mehta Mahal C1 category dispute
The Bombay High Court has asked the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation for an affidavit. This is to confirm if Mehta Mahal building was declared C1 category in April 2024. A C1 building is considered dangerous and needs demolition. The court is hearing a petition from Drishti Hospitality Company. The company wants the building demolished to ensure safety.
Indias population likely to stabilise at 1.81.9 billion by 2080, says IASP
The country is undergoing a rapid demographic transition, with birth rates falling sharply over the past two decades. In 2000, our TFR was 3.5. Today it is 1.9. This is a drastic decline, Anil Chandran, general secretary of the Indian Association for the Study of Population (IASP) said
Social activist Shazia Siddiqui will receive a state-level award from the Uttar Pradesh government on International Day of Persons with Disabilities. She is recognized for her Effective Product Development for Persons with Disabilities initiatives, which foster independence and dignity. Siddiqui's work through the Azad Foundation Society provides crucial skill development and market linkages for differently-abled individuals.
Mumbai: Brace for megablocks on Central Railway suburban today; no block on Western Railway
Central Railway's Mumbai Division announces a significant megablock on Sunday for crucial engineering and maintenance. Expect disruptions on the Main Line between CSMT and Vidyavihar (slow lines) and on the Harbour Line between Panvel and Vashi. Several services will be cancelled, with special trains operating on the CSMT-Vashi route. Trans-Harbour services will run between Thane and Vashi/Nerul.
Mumbai witnessed a historic event as 350 children performed Salok Mahalla 9 in unison during the 350th Shahidi Samagam, commemorating Guru Tegh Bahadur. This unprecedented collective recitation, highlighting spiritual teachings, marked a significant milestone for the Sikh community. The three-day event, attended by 20,000 people, celebrated Guru Sahib's legacy.
A billion saves Maharashtra PWD from losing Rs 111 crore in cheque fraud; 2 arrested
A sharp State Bank of India official in Palghar thwarted a massive Rs 111 crore scam by spotting unusual 'million' and 'billion' on a cheque. The forged cheque, intended for a local contractor and Nagar Panchayat president, was presented by a third party.
UAE President waives AED 475.154 million in debt for 1,435 Emiratis
The exemptions cover humanitarian and medical cases, low-income borrowers, the deceased, low-income retirees, and senior citizens
Dictatorship-era officers rally in Argentina, hinting at a political shift
Further raising tensions, the officers gathered in Plaza de Mayo, the historic site of protests by women searching for children who had been abducted, detained and disappeared by the junta.
Delhi: Voting begins in 12 MCD wards amid tight security
The polls are expected to reveal the voters` mood in the national capital after a comprehensive victory of the BJP in the assembly election earlier this year
Indonesian floods: Survivor search on
Parts of North Sumatra province were cut off by damaged roads and downed communications lines, and relied on relief aircraft to deliver aid supplies
US President Trump halts Afghan visas and passports
Suspect of the shooting of two National Guards is on the run; he has been identified as an Afghan national who worked with the CIA
Former Pak PM Imran Khans son demands proof of life
Khans three sisters, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activists, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi have been camping outside the Adiala Jail for the last few days
Rajasthan may remove over 24 lakh names in special voter list revision
Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Naveen Mahajan said that after digitisation, the department is matching each voters record with the 2002 SIR rolls to see whether the names of their parents are recorded in that earlier list
Supreme Court panel to begin Karur stampede spot inspection on Monday
It will probe permissions granted, crowd control, other lapses to place accountability
DK Shivakumar: The go-to man for the grand old party
In the turbulent battleground of Karnataka politics, 63-year-old Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar doesnt just make news, he commands them. A master strategist and the Congress partys organisational backbone, Shivakumar embodies an assertive brand of leadership. As one of the partys most reliable trouble-shooters, his strength lies in sharp political acumen, unwavering loyalty and an ability to bolster organisation at every level. Shivakumar is currently navigating a challenging phase of his chequered political journey, balancing governance responsibilities with mounting pressures inside the Congress fold and growing speculation over leadership equations in Karnataka. His struggle reflects a tug-of-war between ambition and political realities, as he attempts to assert his place without unsettling the very party he helped grow as a strong force. While political circles remain abuzz with speculation over an internal push for a leadership transition, both Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah have publicly projected unity, reiterating that they will abide by the Congress high commands decision. Shivakumars political journey, beginning in the student movement of the 1980s, and later the Youth Congress, has been marked by resilience, ambition and rise. Building a strong grassroots base in Ramanagara district of Karnataka, he emerged as one of the most influential organisers in the Congress. Contesting his first assembly election in 1989 from Sathanur, Shivakumar has since won eight elections consecutivelythe first four from Sathanur and the next four from Kanakapura. His growing electoral might was evident in the 2023 Assembly polls, where he secured a massive victory margin of 1,22,392 votes with a 75% vote share. Despite legal battles and stretches of political uncertainty, Shivakumar climbed the party ladder undeterred. He went on to become KPCC president in 2020 and the Deputy Chief Minister in 2023. Over the decades, he has held several key portfolios, entering the cabinet for the first time in 1990 as minister of prisons and home guards. He later served as minister of urban development (1999-2004), energy minister (2014-2018), and minister for major irrigation and medical education (2018-2019). Currently, as Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC president, Shivakumar holds the pivotal portfolios of water resources and Bengaluru city development. His legal troubles began in 2017 when the income-tax department raided his premises, leading to an Enforcement Directorate probe into alleged money laundering and tax evasion. He was arrested by the ED in October 2019, a move he repeatedly termed politically motivated. In March 2024, the Supreme Court quashed the 2018 money laundering case, citing legal inconsistencies, handing him major relief. The relief has shifted both political momentum and perception, with many within the Congress rank-and-file viewing it as a turning point in his bid to get the top job. As KPCC chief, he steered the Congress to a resounding victory in the 2023 assembly polls, employing aggressive organisational rebuilding, micro-level booth management and crisis-handling strategies. His role in safeguarding Congress MLAs in Karnataka, Gujarat and Maharashtra during political turbulence earned him a national reputation as the partys most reliable shield. Some of the leaders describe him as a master at reading complex political situations, managing crises and building alliances which makes him a pivotal figure in Karnatakas power dynamics. Shivakumar has a remarkable skill to mobilise party workers, strengthen grassroot networks and maintain unity in the party even during critical moments, they add. In governance, Shivakumar has sponsored several large-scale initiatives. As minister for water resources, he pushed major irrigation and drinking-water projects including the Yettinahole Drinking Water Project, Cauvery Phase-V expansion, and irrigation network expansion across Karnataka. As Bengaluru development minister, he is currently leading Indias first city tunnel mobility network, fixing over 2,700 potholes, strengthening storm-water systems to prevent flooding, and facilitating over 4,400 EV charging stations, positioning Bengaluru as Indias EV capital. Today, he stands as one of Karnatakas most prominent political figureshis journey defined by persistence, loyalty and a consistent ability to convert challenges into stepping stones. According to sources, momentum is building among a section of party legislators rallying behind him, with some travelling to Delhi to press for a change of guard. Several senior leaders have indicated they would support his elevation if the high command approves. With political developments accelerating, Shivakumar has emerged as the leading contender for the Chief Ministers post, backed both by a faction of the state legislature party and influential voices in Delhi. But his ascension rests entirely on the decision of the partys top leadership, mainly Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge.
'Red corridor' spread due to Congress-Naxal nexus, BJP claims, says influence declined under Modi
NEW DELHI: The BJP on Saturday alleged that Naxal insurgency in India persisted for an extended period and reached alarming proportions largely due to policy paralysis during the second term of the erstwhile Congress-led UPA government. In a series of posts on X, the BJP claimed that then PM Manmohan Singh had described Naxalism as Indias greatest internal threat, yet the UPA had treated extremists as victims instead of confronting them. Congress sheltered sympathisers, blocked anti-Maoist action, and gave political cover that jeopardised Indias safety, it alleged. The BJP accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of fuelling Naxalite sympathies, calling it a threat to national sovereignty. A significant factor behind such a situation was the influence of urban Naxals inducted as members in Sonia Gandhi-led erstwhile National Advisory Council (NAC), it charged. Asserting that there is a significant decline in Naxal influence under Prime Minister Narendra Modis government, the BJP alleged that Naxalite apologists continue to remain entrenched in the Congress leadership. The Red corridor didnt emerge overnight it was allowed to spread under the #CongressNaxalNexus, and emboldened during the years when India needed a spine of steel, the BP said, adding that countless brave personnel were ambushed from Chhattisgarh to Odisha, Maharashtra to Jharkhand. There was no immediate reaction from the Congress to the BJPs charge. The BJP said that PM Modi empowered the home ministry to pursue a decisive strategy against the menace. The influence of Naxalism has witnessed a significant decline since its peak in the late 2000s, when it impacted 180 districts across India. By 2024, this number reduced to just 38 districts, predominantly concentrated within the Red corridor in states, such as Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Maharashtra, and Bihar, it added. Recently, security forces neutralised Madvi Hidma, one of the countrys most wanted Maoist commanders, the party said. Naxal-hit dists down The influence of Naxalism has witnessed a decline since its peak in the late 2000s, when it impacted 180 districts across India.
In China, a man won the lying flat contest by lying on a mattress for 33 hours
The son, with an irritated eye roll explains, See Pa, Dhriti equals they Dhriti likes to be called they, them not she, her.
Amma: Death is like changing clothes
Everybody should interview their grandmothers and mothers on top priority. It will usually be a fascinating revelation to learn who they really were, before they got married and became our grandmothers and mothers.
Mumbai weather: Sunny skies, pleasant temperatures; AQI remains poor
Mumbai experiences a bright, sunny day today, November 30, 2025, with comfortable temperatures ideal for outdoor plans. Despite the pleasant weather, air quality remains a concern, following yesterday's 'poor' AQI of 171. Sensitive individuals should take precautions like wearing masks. While an improvement from last week's 'very poor' levels, lingering pollution persists. The coming week promises continued clear skies.
Bhayandar to Batam: Meet Indias first postman to win a bodybuilding bronze
Mumbai housing societies turn the tables on builders, drive hard bargain during redevelopment
Genes: Why some tobacco users get oral cancer earlier
Mumbai: Century-Old Azad Maidan Faces Neglect, Parents Demand Action
Platform for peer-to-peer lending changes lives, hits 100 cr loans
Thanes AQI worsens amid infrastructure work, vehicle emissions, and waste burning
Mumbai: Woman killed, 1 other injured after cement truck rams into two-wheeler at Airoli Junction
Mumbai cyber police arrest Pune man for role in 75 lakh investment scam
Dalrymple urges Maharashtra government to spotlight unknown treasures at Ellora Caves
The empty tomb of the last Ottoman Caliph and the tombs of the Ahmednagar Sultanates Peshwas could attract international tourists, says Scottish historian, deploring their current state of utter neglect
Mumbai: Drug pusher from Kolkata held with Rs 5 crore charas in Thane; Nepal link suspected
Mumbai: Thane police bust mephedrone racket, Rs 1 crore seized, 6 arrested
Mumbai: ISA clears Metro-9s first phase; CMRS inspection set for next week
Navi Mumbai International Airport to See Fresh Routes and Higher Flight Frequency
Woman files complaint against husband for assaulting six year old son in Mumbai
Iconic Mahim mela returns with promises of blessings,fun
HSRP fitment deadline extended to Dec 31
Govt, ADB sign loan pacts worth $800 mn for projects across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat
Assam gets $1-million technical assistance grant for its fisheries project
Congress contesting 158 out 288 municipal council president posts in December 2 local body polls
The Congress will contest 158 municipal council president posts in Maharashtra's upcoming December 2 elections. This includes alliances with local outfits and major partners like Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP) within the Maha Vikas Aghadi. Over 1.07 crore voters will elect 6859 members and 288 municipal presidents across 246 councils and 42 nagar panchayats.
Madhya Pradesh: ED attaches assets worth over Rs 70 crore in fake liquor challan
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached 28 immovable assets worth over Rs 70 crore in the Madhya Pradesh fake liquor challan scam. The properties, located in Indore, Mandsaur and Khargone
UP, Maharashtra will no longer accept Aadhaar for birth certificates
In a notification released by the state governments of both Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, Aadhaar cards will no longer be deemed acceptable as proof of birth or for issuing a birth certificate. In an official letter from the Special Secretary of the Planning Department, Amit Singh Bansal instructed various government departments to halt the acceptance Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Leopards in Maharashtra's Junnar region, dubbed Sugar babies, have adapted to sugarcane fields, rendering traditional relocation and deterrence methods ineffective. These field-born leopards view human presence as normal, leading to increased conflict risks as the sugar-crushing season begins and their population dominates agricultural zones.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says, `Nationalism is not an issue in India`
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said at the Nagpur Book Festival that nationalism has never been an issue in India, stressing that the Indian idea of rashtra differs from the Western notion of nationhood. He added that attempts to label the RSS as merely nationalist stem from a misunderstanding of its broader cultural vision
Delhi air quality stays very poor for consecutive 15th day
Delhis air quality remained in the very poor category for the 15th straight day, with an AQI of 338 on Saturday. Experts from AIIMS and other institutions warned that temporary measures are no longer effective and stressed the urgent need for long-term, year-round pollution control as weather conditions hinder improvement
AIMIM eyes major gains in Maharashtra ahead of local body polls
Hyderabad: The All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is looking forward to consolidating its dominance in Maharashtra by winning as many seats as possible in the upcoming local body polls. The elections for 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats in Maharashtra are scheduled to be held on December 2. The voting will be Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad cybercrime police arrest 2 in pan-India trading fraud
Hyderabad: Cybercrime police arrested two accused of a pan-India trading fraud case after a victim filed a complaint citing a loss of Rs 12.3 lakh. Accused Ravi Kumar Lal, 38, and Shivendra Ashok Singh, 32, both from Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, were involved in 12 cases across India, out of which two occurred in Telangana. They Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Surya Ghar: UPs residential rooftop solar capacity surpasses 1 GW-mark
Uttar Pradesh is the third state after Gujarat and Maharashtra to add more than 1GW of residential rooftop solar power capacity
Punjab bus strike escalates as protest demand release of detained Union Leader
Protests by Punjabs state-run bus employees intensified as workers demanded the release of detained union leaders and cancellation of kilometre-based bus scheme tenders. Bus services across several districts remained disrupted for the second day
Air India begins rapid A320 software, hardware resets after AirbusEASA warning
Air India has launched an accelerated software and hardware realignment drive across its A320 fleet after a global AirbusEASA alert flagged a potential solar radiation risk affecting flight-control data. Over 40 pc of its affected aircraft are already updated, with no cancellations reported.
Op Sagar Bandhu: IAF deploys C-130, IL-76 aircraft to extend aid to Sri Lanka
The Indian Air Force has deployed C-130 and IL-76 transport aircraft carrying NDRF personnel and critical relief supplies to Sri Lanka as part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, launched after Cyclone Ditwah triggered deadly floods and landslides
RMZ , one of the world’s largest privately controlled real asset and consumer platform companies, supported AIKYAM 2025 organized by Sopaan, a three-day cultural event held between 21–23 November 2025 at the renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora. AIKYAM marked the 80 th anniversary of the United Nations, with the event bringing together UNESCO, Maharashtra Tourism and the City of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in a celebration of art, heritage, global diplomacy and cultural innovation. World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Ambassadors, cultural leaders, and patrons from different countries came together for an immersive experience of India's living heritage. Notable events included an address by Dr Timothy Curtis , Director , UNESCO Regional Office in India, and a talk by author-historian William Dalrymple at Kailasa Temple, a significant historical site. Participants witnessed Omkara , a large-scale ballet performance put together by Gauri Sharma Tripathi , featuring artists from seven countries, along with folk performances, textiles, curated Maharashtrian cuisine, and a live mural creation by Brazilian artist Sergio Cordeiro , who rendered the Ajanta frescoes in a contemporary style. AIKYAM also staged a classical concert once presented at the United Nations in New York, emphasizing the event’s theme of oneness, while also highlighting the harmonious co-existence of humanity, nature, science, and spirituality. Guests participated in guided heritage site tours of the Ajanta and Ellora caves to broaden perspectives on India’s rich artistic, architectural and conceptual legacy. “ AIKYAM 2025 highlights how cultural heritage, environmental responsibility, and innovation must converge to shape the future. Our collaboration with Sopaan is a step forward in nurturing this vision—protecting ecological and cultural assets while building resilient, sustainable cities. We are committed to creating a future where development and conservation reinforce each other.” Udiksha Panshikar, Director, RMZ Real Estate Investments . Siddhaant Mohta, Co-founder and Director of Sopaan, said , “AIKYAM is a strategic initiative that demonstrates how heritage, performance and dialogue can come together to foster global understanding. Conceived as an immersive three-day journey, it transforms the sacred cave complexes of Ajanta and Ellora into living stages for unity and exchange. Building on Sopaan’s experience curating cross-cultural programmes with the royal families of Jaisalmer and Gwalior, and with the Delhi Government at Purana Qila, AIKYAM marks 80 years of the United Nations. 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Maharashtra leads India's organ pledges; Delhi far behind in digital registry
India's digital organ donation registry has surpassed 4.54 lakh pledges since its launch, with Maharashtra leading the nation. The data highlights a significant state-wise disparity in participation, influenced by awareness and local engagement. While the 30-35 age group shows the highest commitment, younger adults are also actively pledging, and the gender gap is narrowing.
Maharashtra: SC Directs Polls to Remaining Local Bodies; Reservation Capped @50%
The matter has now been referred to a three-judge bench and listed for January 21, 2026.
Panic as Tiger Blocks Traffic on Maharashtra Highway for 30 Minutes
Commuters stranded on ChandrapurMoharli road as forest officials intervene; no injuries reported
Cyclone Ditwah: India deploys 80 NDRF personnel in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka
India has dispatched 80 NDRF personnel, along with rescue dogs and specialised equipment, to Sri Lanka for relief operations after Cyclone Ditwah triggered devastating floods and landslides. The deployment is part of Operation Sagar Bandhu
DGCA: 189 of 338 A320 family aircraft updated after warning of solar radiation
More than half of Indias affected A320 family aircraft have undergone mandatory software upgrades after Airbus flagged a potential flight control data corruption risk due to intense solar radiation. DGCA says updates are on track for completion by November 30, with minor delays but no cancellations
Mumbai Congress leaders have urged the Police Commissioner to file an FIR against city BJP president Amit Satam for allegedly using inflammatory language against migrants. They claim his statements aim to create division and hatred. Congress workers were also detained during a protest march against Satam.
Maharashtra cracks down on illegal African catfish farming in Ujani
African catfish farming is prohibited in Maharashtra in accordance with a Government of India circular issued on December 19, 1997, which bans the inland cultivation of this predatory, Invasive Alien Species (IAS) due to its severe ecological impact
Russia set to ratify key military pact with India ahead of Putin`s state visit
Signed on February 18, 2025 in Moscow by the Indian Ambassador Vinay Kumar and erstwhile Deputy Defence Minister Alexander Fomin the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS) is to enhance military cooperation between the two strategic partners
Cyclone Ditwah prompts orange alert for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), cyclone Ditwah moved north-northwestwards at a speed of seven kmph over the past six hours and, as of 23:30 hrs IST on Friday, was centred near latitude 8.8degN and longitude 80.8degE
India Gate protest case: Court sends 2 to police custody, 13 to judicial
They were arrested in the case linked to an FIR lodged at the Kartavya Path Police station in connection with the protest and raising slogans in support of Maoist Madvi Hidma, who was neutralised in an encounter with the security forces
Trump says he plans to pardon former Honduran president Hernandez
The president explained his decision on social media by posting that `according to many people that I greatly respect,` Hernandez was `treated very harshly and unfairly.`
Eight more arrested in connection with Hong Kong fire that killed 128 people
A local official informed that firefighting and rescue operations were nearly concluded after days of efforts to combat the deadly fire that claimed at least 128 lives
Air travellers face delays, cancellations amid A320 aircraft issue
Airbus on Friday said intense solar radiation might corrupt data critical to flight controls in a significant number of A320 family aircraft and that the software changes required to fix the issue would lead to operational disruptions
In BJP bastion Mulund, residents question 'vikas' amid civic decline
Mulund, a planned suburb, faces a growing divide between rapid redevelopment and lagging civic upgrades, with residents citing strained infrastructure and inadequate basic amenities. Despite a strong political mandate, activists highlight issues like incomplete road projects, poor maintenance of public spaces, and environmental concerns, demanding urgent action from authorities.
China to deploy humanoid robots for border patrol in Guangxi
The deployment will involve UBTechs Walker S2, a model launched in July and described as the worlds first humanoid robot capable of autonomously replacing its own battery
Israeli forces kill 13 in Syria during raid on Bein Jin village
Dozens of families fled the area. Israel said it conducted an operation to apprehend Jamaa Islamiya suspects operating in Beit Jin to attack Israeli civilians
Japanese court upholds ban on same-sex marriage in key Tokyo ruling
The court said marriage under the law is largely expected to be a union between men and women in a decision that reversed a lower court ruling last year and was the first loss at high courts in the six cases brought by those seeking equal marriage rights
Ukraine: Anti-corruption raid on Volodymyr Zelenskyys chief of staff
Ukrainian anti-corruption watchdogs are carrying out a major investigation into a USD100 million energy sector corruption scandal involving top Ukrainian officials
West Bengal: CEC under fire as TMC alleges blood on his hands over SIR deaths
The 10-member delegation, led by TMC Rajya Sabha leader Derek OBrien, met the EC officials amid the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Speaking to reporters, OBrien said the party raised five questions, but CEC Gyanesh Kumar did not give any answers
Delhi chokes again as air quality slips into very poor category
Delhi also witnessed a cold morning as the minimum temperature settled at 8.1 degrees Celsius, 2.2 degrees below normal, the IMD said. The maximum temperature is likely to hover around 26
SC greenlights Maharashtra local body elections but keeps reservation cap tight
Elections to BMC, 28 other municipal bodies must happen before January 31, 2026, with results tied to ongoing OBC reservation case
Maharashtra local body polls can proceed subject to SC decision
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday said the Maharashtra state election commission will conduct local body polls as scheduled, but made it clear that results of the bodies where 50% ceiling on OBC quota have been breached will depend on its final verdict. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi made the observation and referred the case to a three-judge bench, which will take it up in January 2026. The bench hearing pleas alleging that Maharashtras decision to implement a fresh OBC reservation matrix for local body elections based on Banthia Commissions findings exceeded the limit fixed by the SC in earlier cases. The Commission submitted its report in July 2022. The court noted that according to the the state poll body, reservations extended 50% limit in 40 municipal councils and 17 nagar panchayats.
Maharashtra committee on three-language policy to submit final report on December 20
Most of those who attended the public consultation expressed the opinion that while Marathi and English should be compulsory, Hindi should be introduced only later
Domestic dilemma: Not a November to remember for Keralas tourism industry
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Wake me up when November ends! With domestic arrivals remaining unusually low despite the onset of the traditional peak season, Keralas tourism industry has hit a sour note. According to stakeholders, bookings and occupancy have plunged by 40%, making this one of the worst Novembers for the sector in recent memory. Munnar, one of the states most sought after hill stations year round, mirrors the crisis. Insiders say vacationers are skipping Kerala this season, with occupancy hovering around 40% and picking up only on weekends. In previous years, November occupancy levels ranged from 70-75%, making the current slump particularly alarming as the sector heads into the Christmas-New Year rush. Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat remain the key domestic source markets for Kerala. In 2024, Kerala received around 2.2 crore domestic tourists. I have been in the industry for 25 years, and this is one of the worst seasons ever. November is normally the peak, but this year there is a slump in both inbound and outbound arrivals, said Anish Kumar P K, executive committee member, Association of Tourism Trade Organisations, India. Last year, over three crore Indians travelled abroad, while only around 93 lakh foreign tourists visited India. This gap is hurting tourism. High airfares are a major reason, and both the Centre and state should take steps to address it, he said. Director of Stride Hotels Pvt Ltd Sudhish Nair said Munnar has never witnessed such a steep drop in occupancy. Munnar has never seen such subdued season There is no steady flow of tourists. We are getting bookings only on weekends. We have reservations for the week from December 24-31, but otherwise there is no consistent inflow. Munnar has never seen such a subdued season, he said. He added that occupancy in Munnar normally stays between 75% and 90% during this period, making the current slump unprecedented. Observers say this years dip in arrivals may be linked to the Kumbh Mela, with many travellers exhausting their annual outings. As per our analysis, the Kumbh Mela could be a reason for the decline in arrivals, as scores of people from across the country travelled for the event. Another major factor are the high airfares. Kerala is increasingly becoming an expensive destination. Hotel occupancy is now only around 50%. There are plenty of enquiries for the Christmas-New Year period, but they are not converting into bookings because of steep airfares, said Manu P V, member of the Tourism Advisory Board and the Kerala Travel Mart managing committee.
While political parties usually fear Opposition assault around the elections, for the state BJP, it is its own alliance partner Shinde Sena who has been trying to shake Mahayutis very foundation
