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Cascading effect: On dams and land rights

India must respect land rights of its people while building dams

Manufacturing activity eases in Oct as new order growth drops

Manufacturing activity in India experienced a slowdown in October, decreasing from the previous month's growth. Despite this, the sector remained

Florida Learjet 60 crash: Did a thunderstorm and severe weather put N722BD at risk before all 9 died? Here's what NTSB is investigating

Learjet airplane crash: A Learjet 60 crashed in Floridas Palm Beach County on November 1, killing all nine people aboard. Before the crash, the c

Budget 2027: Customs duty relief on 118 goods under review

The Indian government is currently reviewing customs duty concessions applicable to 118 products set to expire. This review involves input from r

How much will your Medicare premium rise in 2027 and how much of your Social Security raise will you actually keep?

The standard Medicare Part B premium may go up by $6.60 a month next year. That is far smaller than the jump in 2026. Still, for people living on

VB-G RAM G grievance redressal rules set 15-day deadline

The rules establish a multi-tier grievance redressal mechanism at the gram panchayat, block and district levels. Designated grievance redressal o

Delhi witnesses AQI spike ahead of Diwali; GRAP II kicks in

According to the air quality forecast provided by IMD/IITM, Delhi's overall air quality is likely to stay in the 'Very Poor' category in the comi

Telangana Launches Free AI and Cloud Computing Training for 100,000 Students

Telanganas new initiative offers free AI and cloud computing training to 100,000 students, enhancing their tech skills for future careers. Telang

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 b

'Obnoxious & outrageous': Trump blasts Habba over $50M Herrera deal, 'she used her relationship to'

Maruti Suzuki exports surge 30% in Jan-Oct

Gujarat Artist Shaheena Gandhi Gifts Unique Agate Artwork to PM Modi

Vadodaras Shaheena Gandhi presents a stunning agate artwork to PM Modi, celebrating national unity and her artistic journey. Gujarat Artist Shahe

Tamil Nadu can lead in expenditure reform

If the committee tasked with defining how expenditure is measured and evaluated succeeds, Tamil Nadu could offer other States a practical approac

Kumaraswamy Opens Doors for Investigation Amid Sting Operation Controversy

H.D. Kumaraswamy invites inquiry into sting operation allegations, asserting his readiness to cooperate with the investigation. Kumaraswamy Opens

T.N.s GST collectionover past six months raises serious questions about its economy: Annamalai

Lok Sabha Speaker Birla calls dissent essential to democracy

Dissent must also be respected, he said at the inaugural session of the Janpratinidhi Sammelan (Public Representatives Conference) organised unde

VCK seeks 50 lakh compensation for family of Home Guard killed in attack

Explosion in Muzaffarpur Gas Pipeline Claims One Life, Several Injured

A gas pipeline explosion in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, has resulted in one confirmed death and multiple injuries, prompting emergency responses. Explosi

False shooting report sparks lockdown at NC school

IAF Badly In Need Of Upgrade

The immediate challenge is the shortfall of fighter aircraft.

DC EditI Will Americans Vote To Deny Trump Control Of Congress?

It is another matter altogether that, given his autocratic record in office, Mr Trump will find ways to steamroll the Congress if the Democrats w

Poll Preparations Stepped Up In ASR, Parvathipuram Manyam Ahead Of MPTC, ZPTC Elections

They reviewed security arrangements, facilities at counting centres and the safe storage of election materials.

Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate Pune Metros New Pink Line

Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the Pune Metros Pink Line, enhancing urban transport with a focus on sustainability and womens empowerment. P

Bihar JDU chief raises concerns after two independent MLCs join BJP

Independent MLCs Bansidhar Brijwasi and Rahul Raj have joined BJP, which raises concerns for JDU. JDU Bihar chief Umesh Kushwaha highlighted BJP'

Two Brothers Arrested for Shooting Cheetah in Madhya Pradesh

Two brothers were arrested in Madhya Pradesh for shooting a cheetah, prompting an investigation into wildlife protection measures. Two Brothers A

BJP and JD(S) Unite for Upcoming Bye-Election in Karnatakas Hiriyur

BJP and JD(S) strategize for the Hiriyur bye-election, aiming for a united front against Congress in Karnataka. BJP and JD(S) Unite for Upcoming

Irish Cricketer Rebecca Stokell Accepts Voluntary Suspension Amid Anti-Doping Violation

Irelands Rebecca Stokell accepts a voluntary suspension after acknowledging an anti-doping rule violation linked to medication use. Irish Cricket

Fire breaks out at HPCL Visakh Refinery; no casualties reported

152-yr-old Darbar Move tradition lives on

Move offices reopen in Jammu Jammu Tawi, Nov 02: As part of the 152-year-old tradition of the biannual shifting of government offices between Sr

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

Ruhullah to resign from LS, NC today

Jammu Tawi, Nov 2: All eyes will be on Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi tomorrow as he is set to announce his decision to resign from the Lok

Congress Fields Independent Candidate For RS By-Election In MP Against Puri

Half-a-dozen other Congress MLAs have supported his candidature.

Govt set to tweak MSP norms for periodic price hikes of minor forest products

The Centre is planning to restructure the minimum support price mechanism for minor forest produce. This change aims to provide periodic hikes to

Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan Meet Amit Shah to Demand Strict Laws Against Deepfake Technology

Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan urge Amit Shah for stringent laws against deepfake misuse affecting artists rights. Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan Meet Am

Committed to eliminate terrorism; make India drug free by 2029: Amit Shah

Says no place for infiltrators in electoral rolls Jammu Tawi, Nov 2: Reiterating Centres commitment to eliminate terrorism from the country, Unio

Juhi Chawla Wishes Shah Rukh Khan a Happy Birthday, Celebrates Their Bond

Juhi Chawla sends heartfelt birthday wishes to Shah Rukh Khan, celebrating their long-standing friendship and his upcoming film. Juhi Chawla Wish

'Don't travel by air': SC refuses urgent listing of plea alleging 700% hike in airfares

The petitioner argued that air travel is an essential service and that the steep fare hike violates Article 14 of the Constitution. Meanwhile, th

Dry weather till Nov 9

Jammu Tawi, Nov 2: Weather is expected to remain largely dry across Jammu and Kashmir till November 9, with brief spells of light rain and light

Saint-Gobain, IIT-Madras to set up modern research labs

EV registrations soar 75% in October even as PV market shrinks 14.6%

Electric vehicles help Tata Motors and Mahindra cushion a 14.6% decline in overall passenger vehicle registrations in October

Ajay Singh says BFI will prioritise Olympic preparations amid secretary general dispute

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Fairfax May Use IDBI Banks Excess Capital To Help Fund 52,878 Crore Buyout

Fairfax chairman and founder Prem Watsa told analysts that IDBI Bank could pay for the businesses in cash

CM meets fire-hit Market traders, takes stock of losses

Affected traders seek financial assistance Jammu Tawi, Nov 02: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday visited the fire-ravaged Shiv Market near J

India Expands Foreigners Regional Registration Offices to Enhance Management of Foreign Nationals

The Indian government is enhancing the management of foreign nationals by expanding Foreigners Regional Registration Offices across all state cap

CM Revanth Seeks Lasting Khelo India Sports Facilities

Ministers Jupally Krishna Rao and Vakiti Srihari, and Sports Authority of Telangana chairman Shiv Sena Reddy attended the meeting.

Bhutan King dedicates sacred Stupa 76 to PM Modi, Rijiju calls it a huge honour for India

Kiren Rijiju expressed gratitude towards Bhutan after the King dedicated Stupa number 76 to PM Narendra Modi. He attended the ceremony for consec

Gas Leak Reported at Closed ONGC Well in Pasarlapudi Lanka

ONGC officials found that a bolt attached to the well had rusted, causing the leak.

India to host IORA foreign ministers amid Gulf energy supply concerns

India plans to host foreign ministers from various Indian Ocean Region countries later this month. The meeting will occur amid ongoing energy sup

SP leader Azam Khan challenges ED arrest in Supreme Court, plea to be heard later this week

Mohammad Azam Khan has approached the Supreme Court to challenge his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate. He was detained by the ED shortly aft

Delay In Supplying Groceries, Vegetables To Welfare Gurukuls Will Invite Action

There would be o room for negligence at any stage, the secretary said, and asked welfare societies to coordinate closely.

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 inter

CM directs ministers to fast-track dev works

Jammu Tawi, Nov 02: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired an introductory meeting with Ministers and senior officers of the Civil Administra

Delhi-NCR gets two days of green crackers as Supreme Court caps bursting at three hours a day and sets 300-metre no-cracker zones

The Supreme Court has authorized the use of certified green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR on specific dates. Firecrackers can only be burst within de

Houthis Claim Drone Attacks on Saudi Arabias Dammam Airport and Jizan Military Targets

Yemens Iran-aligned Houthi group claimed on Monday, November 2, 2026, that it executed multi-stage drone strikes targeting Dammams King Fahd Inte

Murasu: Three Districts On High Alert; People Asked To Stay Indoors

A control room began functioning at the Guntur Collectorate at 08632 234014. Mandal-level control rooms have been asked to operate round the cloc

West Bengal SIR judges likely to get digital signatures within five days, ending month-long standoff over Aadhaar login

Judges hearing appeals related to electoral rolls in West Bengal are expected to utilize digital signatures shortly. This change aims to resolve

Political Landscape Heats Up in Amethi Ahead of 2027 Uttar Pradesh Elections

As the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections approach, Amethi sees intense political activity with all parties vying for key seats. Political Landscape He

Over 19,000 Rounds of Ammunition Seized in Bihar, Three Smugglers Arrested

Bihar police have arrested three smugglers and seized over 19,000 rounds of ammunition in a major operation in Bhojpur. Over 19,000 Rounds of Amm

US Senator wants 'full accounting' of Air Force One White House flyover

Senator Tammy Duckworth on Monday asked government agencies to offer a full accounting of the decision to allow a White House flyover by the US p

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

Rahul Gandhi locks horns with PM Modi over 'foreign help'

Rahul Gandhi said he was ready for a debate on the issue. To Modi's accusation last Saturday that the Opposition had become an obstructionist for

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

Justice Narasimha recuses from plea to finalise judges appointment MoP and bring Collegium decisions under RTI

Supreme Court Justice PS Narasimha recused himself from a case regarding the Memorandum of Procedure for judicial appointments. The plea, filed b

Asian Changemakers Feature Prominently in Century Merit Ranking

New Delhi [India], November 2: 21st Century's First Quarticentennial Merited Impacts Gazette highlights contributions across humanitarianism, sci

Amit Shah dares Rahul Gandhi to debate SIR & EVM in special Parliament session

Union home minister Amit Shah criticized Rahul Gandhi for his allegations against the government regarding electoral integrity. Shah stated that

Dighi Port To Get Indias Largest Shipyard

Rane highlighted that every memorandum the state signed at last years India Maritime Summit had since become an actual investment.

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

Govt Releases 37 Crore For Murasu Cyclone Relief

The government issued G.O. Rt. No. 120 on November 2, authorising district collectors and magistrates to draw the funds under Rule TR-27 to meet

NLCIL organises walkathon against corruption in Neyveli

The walkathon concluded at Gandhi statue in Neyveli

NCP Meet Today Amid BJP 'Concern': What Party Leader Said On Rift Buzz

There is no discontent within the party... The Delhi meeting was pre-planned; all our leaders are united, said NCP state chief Sunil Tatkare

VACB seizes files on 12-cr Kannur district panchayat contracts

The Vigilance team seized the files from the district panchayat office

Supreme Court ends monitoring of Ram Mandir donation theft probe after UP files charge sheet

The Supreme Court concluded the court-monitored investigation on the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation theft case. This decision came after the Uttar P

Russian bombing kills 24 in village in southeastern Ukraine, emergency services say

Russian forces bombed

Naidu Pays Tributes To Retired IPS Officer Balasubramanyam

He paid his last respects and consoled the bereaved family members.

Akali Dal Promises to Boost Made in Punjab Products in Upcoming Government

Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Badal pledges to promote Made in Punjab products and support local industries in the next government. Akali Dal Promises

BJP Alliance Dominates Kushinagar in 2022 Assembly Elections

In the 2022 assembly elections, the BJP alliance swept six out of seven seats in Kushinagar, marking a significant political shift. BJP Alliance

Death toll in Gokarna tragedy rises to three

Candidates Continue ZPTC, MPTC Campaign Despite Rain

Housing minister Kolusu Pardhasaradhi campaigned in Musunuru, Chintalapalli, Gopavaram and Gogulapadu villages on Monday and sought votes for all

CRPF completes a year without a single operational fatality for the first time in 47 years

CRPF has marked a significant achievement by completing a year without any operational fatalities. This milestone was last observed almost five d

Thomas Cook India Q2 net profit falls 24% to 53.7 crore; revenue dips

Thomas Cook India's revenue fell to 1,944.2 crore in Q2 FY27, while EBITDA rose 3 per cent. The company expects 30 per cent growth in leisure tra

Defence Ministry inks Rs 53,886 crore deals for new indigenous warships

The Defence Ministry signed contracts worth 53,866.50 crore for constructing next-generation corvettes with public shipyards. Garden Reach Shipbu

Czech court acquits and releases Chinese man accused of spying, news agency says

A Prague court ruled on

VAO Exam Topper Booked For Alleged Exam Malpractice

Haveri Deputy Commissioner Vijaymahantesh B Danammanavar said CCTV footage from the examination centre had been examined and showed the use of a

Cadaveric Oath Ceremony Held At Anantapur Govt Medical College

First-year MBBS students pay tribute to body donors and acknowledge their contribution to medical education

Binances $6.3 billion hack dwarfs Bybit's $ 1.5 billion breach: Is cryptocurrency theft getting bigger?

Binance has recently reported a major security breach impacting approximately $6.3 billion in digital assets. After the hack, the exchange tempor

Six senior NCP leaders bypass Sunetra, Parth Pawar in huddle with union home minister

Praful Patel met Amit Shah along with Maharashtra NCP chief Sunil Tatkare, state ministers Chhagan Bhujbal, Hasan Mushrif, Dilip Walse Patil and

Police must serve the State, which endures, and not the party in government, which changes: Madras High Court

The observations were made while granting anticipatory bail to a 60-year-old Councillor, D. Sudha of the DMK, who had allegedly abused Chief Mini

Maldives: Opposition leader Abdulla Shahid arrested in Male

Digital Desk | Male, Nov 2 (IANS) Former Foreign Minister of the Maldives and current President of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP