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Rivaba Jadeja, wife of Indian star cricketer Ravindra Jadeja, took oath as a Gujarat minister this afternoon. A BJP tall woman leader, she won the Jamnagar North seat in the 2022 Gujarat Assembly Elections, defeating AAP’s Karshanbhai Karmur by a margin of 53,570 votes. Her induction marks a significant step in her political journey.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah affirmed that the NDA will contest Bihar polls under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with Nitish Kumar as the alliance’s chief ministerial face. He said Modi remains the guiding force. Bihar elections will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.
Union Minister for Coal and Mines Kishan Reddy announced the establishment of 550 cotton purchasing centers nationwide, including 122 in Telangana, which leads in cotton production. He emphasized uniform purchasing guidelines across India and directed the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) to ensure transparency and prevent irregularities during procurement.
Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka stated that the Congress govt is firmly committed to the 42% BC reservation bill. He criticized the President for delaying approval and accused the BJP of deliberately stalling the bill. He announced that tomorrow’s bandh will protest the BJP’s obstruction of the reservation bill meant for backward classes.
AP IT Minister Lokesh expressed shock over the tragic death of 15-year-old Jana Sena supporter Arjun, who was electrocuted during the Kurnool GST Sabha. He assured government support to the bereaved family. State Power Minister Gottipati Ravikumar announced ₹5 lakh compensation, which was handed over by local leaders to Arjun’s family.
Restoring normalcy in the Gaza region after an Israel-Hamas peace deal could take several months to years, depending on the pace of reconstruction, political stability, and security assurances. Infrastructure repair, displacement recovery, and trust-building between communities will be key. International support and ceasefire are critical for lasting peace.
Union Minister Amit Shah met Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in Patna on the final day of phase‑1 nominations for the 2025 assembly polls. Shah reaffirmed that the NDA will contest under Kumar’s leadership. The alliance’s seat‑sharing allocates 101 seats each to BJP and JD(U), with smaller allies receiving remaining 41 seats.
The Telangana government has released ₹90 crore for land acquisition for Mamunur Airport, following proposals from the Hanamkonda District Collector. A total of 280.3 acres will be acquired for the airport’s development. Earlier, in July 2025, ₹205 crore was also sanctioned. These steps mark key progress toward the expansion of aviation infrastructure.
The Telangana High Court dismissed a petition by BRS leaders KT.R and Maganti Sunitha alleging voter fraud in Jubilee Hills. The court noted the Election Commission is already probing the objections. Petitioners claimed thousands of bogus votes, but the plea was termed premature. The by‑poll is set for November 11, with nominations closing October 21.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds is under fire before Dhanteras for partnering with UK-based Pakistani influencer Alishba Khalid, who mocked Operation Sindoor and made anti-India remarks. Following outrage over neglecting Indian creators, the jeweller moved the Bombay High Court, which ordered social media platforms to delete defamatory posts targeting the company.
A triangular contest is expected in the Jubilee Hills assembly by-poll in Hyderabad, with BJP, BRS, and the ruling Congress in the fray. Congress candidate Naveen Yadav, BRS’s Maganti Sunitha, and BJP’s Lankala Deepak Reddy have launched intense campaigns. Nominations are open, and polling is scheduled for November 11.
The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) ensures free and fair polls during Assembly polls. It restricts govt announcements, use of public funds, and official machinery for campaigning. Political parties must avoid hate speech, bribery, or intimidation. It also governs campaign timings, and rallies to maintain ethical conduct and a level playing field for all.
Leading construction firm Raheja has proposed a major investment in Visakhapatnam, expressing interest in building office and residential spaces for IT companies. The company has informed the Andhra Pradesh govt of its plan to invest ₹2,172 crore and allocate 27 acres in Madhurawada. The project is expected to generate employment for around 10,000 people.
Telangana MP Vamsi Krishna Gaddam, Congress MP from Peddapalli, met UN ACABQ Chairperson Juliana Gaspar Ruiz and UN Assistant Secretary-General Chandramouli Ramanathan in New York. They discussed the UN’s financial situation, focusing on peacekeeping funding. India’s delegation reaffirmed the nation’s vital role in global peacekeeping.
Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer, along with his family, will visit Nagarjunasagar tomorrow. He will visit Nagarjunasagar, Budhavanam, and the reservoir there, and then proceed to Nagarjuna Konda by launch. All arrangements for the governor’s visit have been completed, Nalgonda Sub-Collector Narayan Amit said in a statement last night.