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Former Telangana minister and senior BRS leader Harish Rao’s father, Thanniru Satyanarayana, passed away early this morning in Hyderabad due to age-related health issues. His body has been kept for public viewing at Harish’s residence in Crins Villas, Kokapet. Several BRS and other leaders visited to offer condolences to the bereaved family.
Donald Trump targeted India more aggressively than China or Russia because he viewed India’s trade barriers as unfair, resented India’s large purchases of Russian oil and military gear despite US pressure. Trump also believed India was weaker and more easily pressured than China, making it a convenient target for his trade tariff and diplomatic plan.
DMK and its allies accused the Election Commission of a “politically motivated conspiracy” over the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists in Tamil Nadu, fearing mass deletions similar to Bihar. Calling for an all-party meet on November 2, they criticised the timing during monsoon months, while AIADMK backed the EC’s move as transparent.
Dabang Delhi entered the final of Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 after defeating Puneri Paltan in a thrilling Qualifier-1. The match ended 34-34 in regulation time, but Delhi triumphed 6-4 in the tie-breaker to secure their spot in the final. Meanwhile, Telugu Titans will face Patna Pirates in Eliminator-3 later today.
The Tejashwi Yadav’s party RJD expelled 27 leaders, including sitting and former MLAs, for anti-party activities ahead of the Bihar polls on November 6 and 11. The move, during the Chhath festival, targets rebels who contested independently or opposed party nominees. The BJP also expelled four leaders for indiscipline amid its 101-seat alliance with JD(U).
Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar announced that all government and private schools will follow a common uniform rule, excluding ties, calling them a “Western concept.” He said the move aims to eliminate feelings of inferiority among students. A formal order will be issued soon, though private school associations plan to challenge the decision.
A 42-year-old Hyderabad man lost ₹10.21 lakh in an online investment scam by a woman he met on Facebook. Introducing herself as “Sai Preethi,” she lured him into fake trading schemes with promises of high returns. After repeated transfers, his withdrawal failed, and she vanished. Cyberabad police have registered a fraud case and begun investigation.
The Election Commission launched phase two of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across nine states and three UTs, covering 51 crore voters. Voters must provide documents like passports, birth certificates, or residence proof. The process begins November 4, with final rolls out by February 7, aiming to remove ineligible and illegal voters.
Former BJP MLA Raghvendra Pratap from Uttar Pradesh’s Domariyaganj triggered outrage after a viral video showed him promising jobs to Hindu youths who “bring” Muslim women. Opposition parties and civil groups condemned the remarks as incitement to abduction and hate crimes. AAP and Congress demanded strict police action for promoting communal hatred.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced plans to rename Mustafabad village in Lakhimpur Kheri as Kabirdham, citing its historical link to Sant Kabir. He said the move restores cultural identity and accused past governments of erasing heritage. Adityanath added that current funds now focus on reviving religious sites instead of constructing graveyard walls.
In Bihar’s Katihar district, police allegedly harassed a brother-sister duo during election inspections at a restaurant. CCTV footage showing the officer demanding proof of their relationship went viral, sparking outrage online. Authorities later claimed the pair gave “unsatisfactory answers” but issued a show-cause notice to the SHO.
Telangana’s irrigation minister Uttam Kumar Reddy announced plans to revive the Kaleshwaram (Pranahita–Chevella) project with a cheaper, revised alignment. The new route could cut costs by 10–12%, saving ₹1,500–1,600 crore and halving land acquisition. It avoids coal-bearing zones, ensuring safer tunnelling and improved technical feasibility.
The OnePlus 15 launches with a new square camera design. It features a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 165Hz display. A massive 7300mAh battery supports 120W fast charging. The phone emphasizes gaming with a high frame rate and advanced cooling. Prices start at approximately CNY 3,999 (around ₹50,000).
China has built 36 hardened aircraft shelters, new blocks, and an apron at Tibet’s Lhunze airbase, just 40 km from the McMahon Line. Experts warn this allows quicker fighter and drone deployment near Arunachal Pradesh, posing a major strategic threat to India. Retired IAF chiefs said the expansion signals China’s preparation for potential conflict.
The controversial Tamil film ‘Bad Girl’, starring Anjali Sivaraman and directed by Varsha Bharath, faced backlash over its portrayal of the Brahmin community. Released on September 5, it underperformed commercially. Produced by Vetri Maaran and Anurag Kashyap, the film will stream on Jio Hotstar from November 4 in multiple languages.