On Police Commemoration Day, AP CM Chandrababu Naidu today paid tribute to martyrs, honoring their courage and selfless service. In a post on ‘X’, he stated, “I salute those who sacrificed their lives for peace and justice. Their sacrifices inspire us, reminding that progress cannot happen without security.”
BJP candidate Deepak Reddy will file his nomination today for the Jubilee Hills by-polls. Goa CM Pramod Sawant, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis will attend the event, according to the TG BJP party sources. TG State BJP MPs, MLAs, MLCs, and other leaders will join Reddy’s nomination rally.
Aakash Chopra has criticized the Duckworth-Lewis (DLS) system, calling it unfair to the team batting first when overs are reduced due to rain. He argued that it is unjust for teams to plan their innings for 50 overs, only to face a revised target later. Chopra believes changes are needed in the DLS method.
Portugal’s parliament passed a bill banning face veils in public, mainly targeting burqas and niqabs worn by some Muslim women. Proposed by far-right party Chega, the bill imposes fines and awaits presidential approval. If signed, Portugal will join several EU nations with similar bans, citing concerns over liberty, equality, and women’s dignity.
BRS leaders KTR and Harish Rao celebrated Diwali with Musi Riverfront project oustees and HYDRAA demolition victims in Hyderabad. They distributed sweets and assured support, criticizing Congress for failing to provide compensation and development. They condemned the government’s demolition actions and pledged to fight for justice for affected families.
Nitish Kumar seeks a historic tenth term as Bihar Chief Minister amid health concerns and BJP rivalry. His strong support from women voters, driven by welfare schemes and liquor bans, remains vital. Despite BJP’s desire for its own CM, Nitish’s political skill and coalition loyalty make him a key contender in Bihar’s upcoming elections.
A Telangana man was deceived by a recruiter, forced to work as a shepherd in Oman’s desert instead of a cleaner. His daughter urgently appealed to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for rescue. Facing harsh conditions and unable to attend his mother’s funeral, the family demands legal action against the recruiter and government intervention.
The Prison Statistics India 2023 reveals caste and religious disparities in undertrial prisoners. Muslims, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and OBCs are overrepresented, reflecting systemic bias and social marginalisation. Legal aid gaps and overcrowding persist. The data underscores urgent need for reforms addressing structural inequalities within justice system.
The SIT will soon submit its first progress report on the Sabarimala gold theft case to the Kerala High Court. The probe includes arrests and investigations into electroplating of gold plates. Ten accused, including TDB officials, face charges. KPCC alleges government protection for the accused amid delayed arrests and ongoing inquiry.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu will visit India later this year. The two countries are expected to sign agreements in science, technology, space research, trade, agriculture, and more. There will also be an expansion of the previous defense sector agreement. This visit is expected to further strengthen bilateral ties between the nations.
Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) released 15 candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, including president Santosh Sahni from Gaura Bauram. The party aims to strengthen the opposition alliance but faces defections to BJP. Elections will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.
Chirag Paswan praised Bihar CM Nitish Kumar as a “guardian” and stressed his role as a unifying force within the NDA. He also expressed admiration for PM Modi, calling him a father figure. Paswan dismissed any issues within the NDA and took a dig at Rahul Gandhi, questioning his absence and actions.
YSRCP chief Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy took to X to question the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, highlighting unfulfilled promises. He asked why unemployed youth haven’t received ₹3,000 monthly, pensions haven’t begun at age 50, and why farmers haven’t received the promised ₹20,000 annually in addition to PM-Kisan benefits.
PM Modi celebrated Diwali with naval personnel aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. Cultural programs marked the occasion, including a heartfelt performance by a naval officer who wrote and sang ‘Kasam Sindhur Ki,’ a song about Operation Sindhur. Modi later shared the song’s video on X, saying it often comes to his mind.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy has accused the Karnataka govt of mistreating industrialists. He criticized CM Siddaramaiah for allegedly insulting Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murthy over their remarks on the caste census. He questioned the consequences if Infosys were to shift its operations to AP, expressing concern over the govt’s handling of industry leaders.