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Zeeshan Siddique, son of late minister Baba Siddique, had Y-category security after his father’s assassination. His security has now been reduced to only two guards. Zeeshan wrote to the Mumbai Police Commissioner, saying this is not enough to protect his family from threats. Y-category security normally includes 8–11 armed personnel and vehicles.
Donald Trump said his plan to end the Ukraine war is not a final offer, though he hopes the conflict ends “one way or the other.” The proposal requires Ukraine to cede territory, cut its army and abandon NATO. Zelensky reacted coolly, while Putin is open. Trump set November 27 as a target for agreement. […]
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will visit Andhra Pradesh’s Puttaparthi for Sathya Sai Baba’s 100th birth anniversary celebrations today. He will land at Puttaparthi Airport at 10 a.m. and visit the Mahasamadhi. The Chief Minister will take part in several related programs during the day. After completing the events, he will return to Hyderabad.
India’s Army Chief said that Operation Sindoor worked like a well-coordinated orchestra, with every unit acting together to destroy nine terror targets in 22 minutes. He added that the mission succeeded because of planning, technology, and trust within the forces. He stressed how modern warfare now relies on rapid adaptation, data, and advanced technology.
Over 300 students and teachers belonging to St. Mary’s co-education school in Niger State were kidnapped by gunmen, triggering security concerns in Nigeria. However, the Nigerian govt has not released its own tally. Police and intelligence agencies were still counting a head count. Niger State Governor has ordered the closure of all schools in the […]
PM Modi met UK PM Keir Starmer and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. PM Modi said his meeting with Starmer added momentum to India-UK ties, while talks with Guterres were “very productive.” He urged rethinking global development parameters and proposed drug-terror and healthcare initiatives.
European and other Western leaders said the United States peace plan could be a starting point for ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. But they warned it needs more work because some parts are not good for Kyiv. At the G20 summit in Johannesburg, they coordinated their response before the November 25 deadline.
European and other Western leaders said the United States peace plan could be a starting point for ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. But they warned it needs more work because some parts are not good for Kyiv. At the G20 summit in Johannesburg, they coordinated their response before the November 25 deadline.
India and Israel discussed strengthening cooperation in the agriculture sector during Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s official visit, the commerce ministry said. Goyal met Israeli Agriculture and Food Security Minister Avi Dichter and held meetings on boosting bilateral ties across agriculture, technology, innovation and trade. The visit concluded on Saturday.
Brazil’s federal police arrested former president Jair Bolsonaro on suspicion he planned to flee before beginning a 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt. Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the preventive arrest after an alleged ankle monitor violation, citing fears he might escape during a protest and possibly head to the US […]
The government plans to introduce the Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill 2025 to raise insurance sector FDI from 74% to 100% in Parliament’s winter session (Dec 1-19). The bill, part of 10 key pieces of legislation, aims to boost growth, penetration, and ease of business, reduce paid-up capital, introduce a composite licence, and empower LIC’s board.
Ukraine said that it will meet U.S. officials in Switzerland to discuss Washington’s new plan to end the war with Russia. Ukrainian leaders want changes to the draft, which includes some points suggested by Moscow. Rustem Umerov added that top officials from both countries will start talks as Ukraine and Europe review the 28-point proposal.
Gaza’s civil defence agency reported 21 killed and dozens wounded in multiple Israeli air strikes Saturday, one of the deadliest days since the US-brokered ceasefire on October 10. Israel said an “armed terrorist” fired at soldiers near the Yellow Line, prompting strikes. Hamas accused Israel of violating the truce, hitting homes in Nuseirat and Al-Nasr.
Sikkim is launching a digital system for permits to high-altitude and border areas, replacing manual paperwork. Tourists can apply online for QR-based Restricted and Protected Area Permits to destinations like Nathu La, Tsomgo Lake, Lachen, Lachung, and Zuluk. The platform will sync data across agencies for faster verification and smoother travel.
Maoist parties have called for a nationwide bandh tomorrow to protest the encounter of commander Madvi Hidma. Party spokesperson Abhay alleged that Hidma, who came to Vijayawada for medical treatment, was arrested and killed in a staged encounter. Security forces across the country have been put on high alert ahead of the bandh.