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UNICEF warns Gaza’s children face severe malnutrition as winter worsens conditions. In October, 9,300 under-five children suffered acute malnutrition. Food shortages, cold, flooding, and poor sanitation heighten risks, especially for vulnerable kids. UNICEF urges rapid humanitarian aid access, including food, and winter supplies, to prevent further deaths.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized BJP for “superficial and electoral” faith, citing neglect of Mathura’s Sankarshan Kund. He also alleged attempts to commercialize Lucknow’s Janeshwar Mishra Park, warning that such actions threaten green spaces and public health. Yadav urged citizens to protect preserve the dignity of sacred areas.
The Rajasthan High Court directed the state to ensure ride-hailing apps have 15% women drivers within six months and 25% later, with women passengers allowed to choose women drivers. In a wider cybercrime reform order, it mandated stricter SIM and bank checks, gig worker registration, uniforms, QR IDs, and improved cyber-policing infrastructure.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has written to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar offering support for nearly 300 Indians, many from Kerala, stranded for three days at Colombo’s Bandaranaike Airport due to Cyclone Ditwah. He expressed concern over the lack of basic facilities and said Kerala is ready to assist urgently.
The Centre held an all-party meeting ahead of Parliament’s Winter Session starting Monday. Ministers and opposition leaders discussed smooth functioning amid expected debates on electoral rolls, the Delhi blast, and foreign policy. The 3-week session will see 15 sittings, with bills including Atomic Energy, Higher Education Commission, and others.
Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing has filed a new FIR in the National Herald case, creating fresh trouble for the Gandhi family. The FIR names Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, six others, and three companies. Based on ED information, the case alleges that funds were diverted from Young Indian to AJL, leading to large-scale money laundering.
Kasim Khan, son of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, demanded proof of his father’s safety amid assassination rumours in Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail. Khan, under arrest for over two years, faces solitary confinement with no family access. Kasim urged the international community to intervene and hold the Pakistani government accountable.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged mastery over AI, warning against technology controlling humans. Speaking at Nagpur Book Fair, he stressed preserving Indian culture and languages, rejecting Western-style nationalism, and dispelling globalisation myths. He called for education reforms, authentic historical learning, and guidance for youth to balance tradition, and human values.
APCC chief YS Sharmila Reddy condemned the state government’s plan to acquire 20,000 more acres for Amaravati, questioning the use of 54,000 acres acquired over the last decade. She called the proposal unnecessary, unfair to farmers, and beneficial to private interests, demanding a White Paper, transparency, and protection for farmers before any new acquisition.
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said the state is preparing to meet future energy needs to support its goal of becoming a USD 3 trillion economy by 2047. Under Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, the government aims to ensure energy, water, and law enforcement are strong to attract investors and boost growth.
Andhra Pradesh suspended Katumala Vijay Kumar, a section officer in the Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department, for submitting incorrect information before a cabinet meeting. The error caused confusion over hoarding regulations. Senior officials corrected the proposal, securing cabinet approval. The suspension cited negligence and dereliction of duty.
LoP Rahul Gandhi met Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Bihar leaders today to review the party’s big loss in the state elections. Leaders said factors behind the defeat included the NDA’s ₹10,000 scheme for women, internal disputes in the Bihar Congress, and late ticket distribution, which weakened the party’s campaign.
Reports from Telangana reveal alarming bids for unanimous Sarpanch victories. In Mahbubnagar’s Tankara village, a candidate allegedly offered ₹1 crore to secure the post without contest, while another reportedly bid ₹90 lakh in Jogulamba Gadwal. Such “auction-like” practices highlight a dangerous trend where money overshadows electoral processes.
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response to a plea demanding a ban on female genital mutilation practiced mainly in the Dawoodi Bohra community. The NGO-led PIL argues FGM is not essential to Islam, violates children’s rights, breaches multiple laws, and poses serious health risks, citing WHO and human rights concerns.
Saudi Arabia and Gulf states condemned Israel’s raid on Syria’s Beit Jinn, which led to clashes killing 13 civilians and injuring several Israeli soldiers. They denounced the attack as a violation of Syrian sovereignty and international law, urging global action to prevent further escalation and protect regional stability, reaffirming solidarity with Syria.