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The CPI(ML) Liberation, part of the INDIA bloc, has announced 20 candidates for the Bihar assembly elections, retaining all 12 sitting MLAs. The party, which won 12 of 19 seats in 2020, aimed for 24 but settled for 20. Voting is on November 6 and 11; results will be declared on November 14.
Colonel Michael Randrianirina was sworn in as Madagascar’s president after leading a military takeover following youth protests that ousted Andre Rajoelina. The High Constitutional Court endorsed the move despite global criticism. Randrianirina announced a military-backed transitional govt for 2 years before elections.
BRS and BJP leaders actively joined the Telangana bandh across multiple locations. Ministers Talasani, Gangula, and Srinivas Goud took part at RTC Cross Roads, while Vakkiti Srihari and MP Anil Kumar joined in Musheerabad. Kavitha led protests at Khairatabad, with Tummala in Sattupalli, Konda Surekha near Secunderabad, and Etela Rajender participating at JBS.
A statewide bandh swept Telangana after the High Court stayed 42% BC quota in local polls. Started today, protests crippled transport and shut schools across dists. Parties including Congress, BRS, BJP, and Telangana Jagruti backed the agitation, demanding legal protection for BC reservations as demonstrators staged sit-ins, rallies, and human chains statewide.
The PDP criticized the plan by the Omar Abdullah government to revise the RBA category, calling it a threat to Kashmiri representation. PDP leader Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra said the move disguises a political agenda as administrative reform. He accused Abdullah of betraying the mandate to protect Kashmiri rights and supporting anti-Kashmiri policies.
The Centre has ordered a judicial probe into the September 24 Leh violence during Sonam Wangchuk-led protests that left 4 dead, 90+ injured. Retired SC judge BS Chauhan will lead the enquiry, addressing police actions and public concerns. This follows rejection of a local probe and aims to restore trust amid growing tensions in Ladakh.
Congress candidate Naveen Yadav filed his nomination for the Jubilee Hills by-election on October 17. A massive rally with supporters marked the occasion. Yadav recently faced controversy for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct. So far, 56 nominations have been filed. Polling is on November 11; results will be declared on November 14.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticized Infosys founders Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty for refusing the caste survey, clarifying it covers the entire population, not just backward classes. The government insists participation is voluntary. The High Court ruled the survey non-mandatory, ensuring data confidentiality.
Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy has appealed for a peaceful observance of the October 18 bandh, called by BC groups demanding 42% reservation in local bodies. He warned against any unlawful activities and assured strict legal action if public order is disturbed. The DGP urged full cooperation to maintain peace and safety statewide.
BJP leader Ram Kripal Yadav criticized Lalu Prasad Yadav’s RJD for lacking vision and dividing people. Speaking at India TV’s Chunav Manch, he questioned RJD’s unity and Tejashwi’s job promise, calling it unrealistic. He praised Nitish Kumar’s governance, claiming the NDA restored law and order in Bihar ahead of the assembly polls.
Jailed JNU activist Sharjeel Imam has withdrawn from the 2025 Bihar elections after the Delhi High Court denied him bail. Citing state-imposed restrictions and inability to campaign freely, Imam said his team will continue advocating structural reforms. Detained since 2020 under UAPA, he remains jailed in the Delhi riots conspiracy case.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged early restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood to empower the elected government. Speaking in Kulgam, he said the Centre should honor its promise made in Parliament and the Supreme Court. Abdullah vowed to continue pressing for it, citing commitments made during last year’s assembly elections.
Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar accused CPI(M) of stirring the hijab row at a Kochi school to distract from the Sabarimala gold theft case. He demanded resignations of key ministers, called for a central probe, and criticised involvement of SDPI and Jamaat-e-Islami, urging CM Vijayan to take responsibility for the temple gold scandal.
AP CM Chandrababu held a review meeting on the mining department and also reviewed the free sand policy. AP Excise Minister Kollu Ravindra and senior officials participated in this meeting. Officials explained that the target is to earn Rs. 3,320 crore in revenue. They said that the govt’s measures will generate 34% additional revenue.
Congress leader Naveen Yadav filed his nomination as the Congress candidate for the Jubilee Hills assembly by-poll. He submitted his nomination papers to the Returning Officer Sai Ram at the Sheikhpet MRO office this afternoon. Naveen is accompanied by TG ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Vivek. The by-poll for the Jubilee Hills seat is scheduled for […]