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Delhi’s air quality deteriorated this morning as residents ignored the firecracker ban during Diwali, pushing the air quality index (AQI) to 359, categorizing it as “very poor.” Notable areas like Burari Crossing and Punjabi Bagh recorded AQIs above 390. Environment Minister Gopal Rai had deployed 377 enforcement teams, but violations continued despite prior measures aimed [&h...
The death toll from severe flash floods in eastern Spain has reached 158, with many still missing, marking the country’s worst flood disaster in modern history. A year’s worth of rain fell in eight hours in the Valencia region. Critics accuse the government of slow emergency responses, with local officials noting that residents were not […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah confirmed that there are no plans to review the “Shakti” scheme, which offers free bus travel for women, despite Deputy CM DK Shivakumar’s controversial remarks suggesting possible changes. Siddaramaiah emphasized no proposals exist, and Minister Ramalinga Reddy reiterated the program’s continuation, criticizing BJP for not fulfilling their prom...
The BJP and Samajwadi Party clashed after Faizabad MP Awadhesh Prasad claimed he wasn’t invited to Ayodhya’s Deepotsav, alleging the BJP feared he would overshadow the event. Prasad criticized the lack of accessibility for the poor and argued that his election victory showed that religious politics fail. The BJP refuted his claims, asserting he received […]
The Amritsar Police have dismantled an interstate weapons smuggling module linked to US-based Dilpreet Singh, arresting seven operatives. Authorities seized 12 pistols, 16 magazines, and 23 cartridges. The module reportedly provided logistical support to gangs by sourcing weapons from Madhya Pradesh. An FIR has been filed, with investigations ongoing to uncover further connections.
The Rajasthan government has recalled school textbooks containing chapters on the 2002 Godhra train incident, announcing it will no longer be taught in state schools. Education Minister Madan Dilawar criticized previous Congress-led content, alleging it glorified those involved. Former Minister Govind Singh Dotasra denied approving the books, and all copies are being withdrawn for reassessment.
Devender Singh Rana, BJP MLA from Jammu and Kashmir and younger brother of Union Minister Jitendra Singh, passed away at 59 following a prolonged illness in Faridabad. Known as a strong voice for the Dogra community, his passing was widely mourned, with tributes from Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who honored […]
The distribution of free gas cylinders in Andhra Pradesh starts today, November 1. Bookings have already begun, and those eligible must have a gas connection, ration card, and Aadhaar card. E-KYC is mandatory for Ration Card holders, if not completed, you must link your ration card with your gas agency. Your Aadhaar number must be […]
The govt of Andhra Pradesh has begun implementing a scheme to distribute 3 free gas cylinders per year. CM Chandrababu will launch the initiative by distributing cylinders to beneficiaries at Idupuram in the Ichchapuram constituency of Srikakulam District on Friday, Nov 1. He has directed that the cash be deposited into the beneficiaries’ accounts within […]
H5N1 bird flu has been confirmed in a pig in the United States for the first time, according to the USDA. The affected farm in Oregon has been quarantined, with other animals under surveillance. The USDA stated that there is no risk to the nation’s pork supply. Additionally, two field trials for vaccines to protect […]
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz extended greetings to Indians on Diwali. He stressed that his country shares the values of democracy, freedom, and a vision of a brighter future like India. He wrote on X, “My friend Dr SJaishankar, I wish you and the people of India a Happy Diwali 2024! May this Festival of […]
J&K government boycotted the Union Territory’s Foundation Day celebrations. This sparked a war of words between government and LG. National Conference and Congress’ ruling coalition asserted that they do not recognize J&K as a Union Territory. LG Manoj Sinha criticised accused them of “dual character” for taking an oath under the Constitution yet boycotting the [...
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader RS Praveen Kumar reported a break-in at his residence in Kosini village. Kumar stated that burglars entered his home and stole valuable documents. The incident sparked concerns over the significance of the stolen materials. Kumar urged a detailed investigation, and suggested a possible conspiracy and appealed to Telangana’s DGP for […]
New Hezbollah chief, Naim Qassem, asserted that the Iran-backed militant group’s war with Israel would continue. His first speech after assuming the role comes amid increasing tensions between the two blocs. Both Israel and Hezbollah have been bombarding each other with airstrikes. However, the latter suffered a major jolt after its chief, Hassan Nasrallah was […]
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, overseen by leader Kim Jong Un. The Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim emphasized the nation’s commitment to developing nuclear forces. He described the test as a necessary military action to convey the DPRK’s resolve to its adversaries regarding potential [...