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Karimnagar police arrested Mohammed Yakub Pasha, a government school attendant, for sexually assaulting and harassing minor students, and threatening to upload morphed photos online. He was booked under the POCSO Act and sent to judicial remand. The headmaster, T Kamala, was suspended for concealing the incident and failing to protect students.
Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Montha’ is centered about 70 km southeast of Machilipatnam over the west-central Bay of Bengal, moving north-northwest at 15 kmph. The IMD forecasts landfall between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam near Kakinada by evening, with wind speeds of 90-100 kmph and heavy rainfall expected across several coastal districts of AP.
A Madhya Pradesh teacher, Jaboor Ahmed Tadvi, was suspended after parents alleged he made students perform “namaz-like” yoga postures during class. He denied the claim, saying it was Shashankasana, a standard yoga pose. The Hindu Jagran Manch protested, and the district administration has launched an official investigation.
Ahead of Bihar Assembly elections, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav announced that the Mahagathbandhan government would remove the ban on ‘toddy’ if elected. Addressing a rally in Saran, he claimed the INDIA bloc would achieve in 20 months what the NDA failed to deliver in 20 years.
Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya sparked outrage after calling the harassment of two Australian women cricketers in Indore a “lesson” for them. Critics, including Congress leaders and activists, condemned his remarks as victim-blaming and sexist, highlighting his history of controversial statements about women’s clothing and behavior.
Indian markets closed lower after a volatile session, with Sensex slipping 150 points to 84,628 and Nifty settling at 25,936. Realty, IT, and financial stocks dragged indices, while PSU Bank and Metal gained over 1%. Tata Steel and SBI led gains; Trent and Tech Mahindra were top loser
Actor Bobby Deol, 56, revealed he has quit alcohol, calling it a life-changing, spiritual decision that improved his relationships and clarity. Experts say quitting helps heal the liver, promotes weight loss, reduces cancer risk, and improves sleep quality — proving sobriety brings major physical and mental health benefits.
The Cabinet has approved the terms of reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission, which will revise pay for 50 lakh government employees and pensions for 65 lakh retirees. Headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, the panel will submit its report within 18 months, considering fiscal prudence, economic conditions, and state government financial implications.
Visitors to Tipu Sultan’s historic Summer Palace in Chikkaballapur were outraged after spotting the name Lawrence Bishnoi carved onto its ancient wall, an act of vandalism at the ASI-protected monument. Authorities noted the nearby CCTV was non-functional. Meanwhile, Bishnoi gang member Jagdeep Singh was arrested in the US for multiple crimes.
Kakinada MP Uday Srinivas Tangella said the government is fully prepared for the cyclone, with CM and Dy CM Pawan Kalyan monitoring closely. Over 800 relief centers, 1,000 electricians, and 140 swimmers with boats have been deployed. Pregnant women were shifted to hospitals, and NDRF and SDRF teams mobilized, ensuring safety and zero casualties.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav accused the NDA government of failing to maintain law and order in Bihar, claiming murders, loot, and abductions are rampant while CM Nitish Kumar remains indifferent. Campaigning in Saran, he urged voters to support the INDIA bloc for better governance, jobs, and justice ahead of the two-phase Bihar assembly polls.
The High Court issued an interim stay on the government’s order restricting RSS gatherings, citing constitutional rights to free speech and peaceful assembly in a major setback for Karnataka. Notices were issued to the state, the Home Department, and the Hubballi Police. The order provides temporary relief to RSS pending further hearings in the case.
Following the announcement of a grand Nov 1 rally by opposition parties, including Shiv Sena (UBT) and Sanjay Raut, demanding the Election Commission remove bogus voters, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena released a teaser for its “Satyacha Morcha.” The video features Raj Thackeray warning that no elections will be held until voter lists are fully cleaned.
Actress Rashmika Mandanna, promoting her upcoming film ‘The Girlfriend,’ spoke about the 8-hour workday debate, calling overworking unsustainable. She urged the film industry to adopt fixed hours for better work-life balance. She admitted to overworking out of responsibility but emphasized prioritizing health and wellness. ‘The Girlfriend’ releases on Nov 7.
A woman has accused a group of men of molesting and assaulting her at a nightclub inside a luxury five-star hotel in Kolkata, police said. Authorities have launched a detailed investigation into the alleged late-night incident, reviewing CCTV footage and witness accounts. Police confirmed that no arrests have been made so far in the case.