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Tamil Nadu’s revenue employees federation will boycott SIR work from Nov 18, citing excessive workload, poor manpower, tight deadlines, and inadequate training. They demand proper training, more BLO-level staff, and an end to late-night review meetings. Anganwadi workers, teachers, and municipal staff drafted as BLOs will also join the statewide protest.
CP Sajjanar expressed his grief over the deaths of passengers who went to Mecca. Sajjanar has said that they have travel plans until Nov 23. He confirmed that 45 people have died in the Saudi bus accident. He added that 54 people went from Hyderabad to Mecca and 46 people went from Mecca to Medina […]
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar has resigned from his post. He met the governor and submitted his resignation. The resolution to dissolve the Legislative Assembly, which was approved in the previous cabinet meeting, was also presented to the Governor. Nitish will continue as the caretaker CM until the next govt is formed. He will be sworn […]
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar expressed shock over the death of 42 people in a road accident in Saudi Arabia. He said that the Indian embassies in Riyadh and Jeddah are carrying out relief efforts. Jaishankar expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. He assured them of providing them with the necessary assistance.
Bangladesh witnessed tight security and empty roads as the International Crimes Tribunal–Bangladesh will give a verdict against deposed PM Sheikh Hasina today. She was in a case of alleged crimes against humanity. Unidentified assailants set ablaze the dumping corner of a police station complex. Currently, Hasina is staying in India.
Mahant Rishi Raj Giri announced a 2.5-km padyatra around the Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid–Harihar Mandir disputed site on November 19, without seeking permission. He called it a religious activity marking the survey’s anniversary. Meanwhile, an FIR was filed against two mosque committee members for allegedly obstructing ASI officials during an inspection.
The NIA arrested a Kashmiri man linked to the Red Fort car bomb blast that killed 10 people on November 10. Investigators found the explosive-laden car was registered in his name and said he helped bomber Dr Umar Un Nabi procure it. The agency is tracking a wider network and expects more arrests.
The Bihar government’s swearing-in ceremony is set for November 20 in Patna. Sources confirm that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend. Top leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), including union ministers and chief ministers of coalition-led states, will also be present to witness the oath-taking of the new government.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant said the NDA’s sweeping victory in the assembly polls was “better than expected”. He thanked voters, saying they endorsed his father’s development record and vision. With the NDA winning 202 of 243 seats, Nishant said the government will continue its focus on Bihar’s rapid development agenda.
Chirag Paswan said the NDA will form the new Bihar government before November 22, adding that the coalition’s blueprint will be finalised within a day. He backed Nitish Kumar to continue as chief minister, as most NDA leaders support him. As per the proposed formula, BJP may get 15–16 berths, JDU 14, and LJP-RV three.
Kerala has 2.86 crore voters ahead of December 9-11 local body polls, with men, women, and transgenders included. The State Election Commission warns against AI misuse, deepfakes, fake content, and unethical campaigning. All AI-created materials must be labeled and recorded, ensuring fair, transparent, and credible elections across the state.
BSP chief Mayawati claimed her party could have won more Bihar seats if elections were free and fair. She praised workers for Satish Kumar Singh Yadav’s narrow Ramgarh victory, alleged opposition and administrative interference, and urged members to keep working despite NDA’s landslide win and opposition accusations of vote manipulation.
Britain will unveil sweeping asylum reforms Monday, extending legal migrants’ permanent settlement to 10 years and forcing illegal arrivals to wait 20 years. Inspired by Denmark, the policy aims to curb small-boat crossings and control migration. Critics argue it unfairly penalizes refugees fleeing danger, while the govt stresses restoring national unity.
Britain will unveil sweeping asylum reforms Monday, extending legal migrants’ permanent settlement to 10 years and forcing illegal arrivals to wait 20 years. Inspired by Denmark, the policy aims to curb small-boat crossings and control migration. Critics argue it unfairly penalizes refugees fleeing danger, while the govt stresses restoring national unity.
After its sweeping Bihar victory, the NDA has set a cabinet formula allocating one ministerial post for every six MLAs, say sources. The BJP may get 15–16 berths, JDU around 14, and smaller allies one to three each. While the swearing-in date is pending, leaders have backed Nitish Kumar to continue as chief minister.