Terrorists kill off-duty cop in Kashmir

An off-duty J&K police head constable, Ghulam Mohammed Dar, was shot and killed by terrorists near his home in Kashmir's Baramulla district. Dar, who leaves behind his wife and seven daughters, was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Security forces are conducting a manhunt for the terrorists. The increase in targeted attacks is believed to be linked to security operations against terrorist infiltration attempts from Pakistan before winter sets in.

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Centre's letter asking to withdraw water cess unjustified: Himachal deputy CM Agnihotri

As the union government has termed the levying of water cess as illegal and in a circular issued on October 25 has clearly stated that no taxes or duties can be levied by any State on generation or inter-State supply of electricity under the guise of additional charges/ fee on generation of electricity from any source thermal/ hydro/ renewables etc, the deputy chief minister Mukesh Agnihotri has strongly objected to frequent writing of letters by Centre on this issue.

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Infiltration bid foiled, terrorist killed along Line of Control in J&K’s Kupwara

Security forces successfully foiled an infiltration attempt, resulting in the elimination of a terrorist, in the Jumagund area of the Keran sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district, North Kashmir, as reported by the police on Monday. This infiltration bid occurred just four days after five terrorists were neutralized in a similar operation along the LoC in the Machil sector of the same district. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Kashmir Zone Police announced that the recent counter-infiltration operation was jointly conducted by the Army and Kupwara Police on Sunday.

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Migrant labourer from UP shot dead in south Kashmir

A migrant laborer from Uttar Pradesh was shot and killed by terrorists in Pulwama district, south Kashmir. The victim, identified as Mukesh Kumar, was attacked while walking to his workplace at a brick kiln. This incident follows a previous attack where a police inspector was wounded. Terrorists often target vulnerable individuals like migrant laborers. Concerns have been raised about the safety of non-local workers and residents in the region. Political leaders have condemned the attacks and called for swift action.

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PM Modi meets former BJP leader AK Patel, recalls his contributions in strengthening party

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former BJP leader Dr AK Patel in Gandhinagar and praised his contribution to strengthening the party. Patel served as a Lok Sabha MP from Mehsana five times and was also elected to the Rajya Sabha. He was a minister in Atal Bihari Vajpayee's government. PM Modi is currently on a two-day visit to Gujarat and will participate in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas programme on October 31. He will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects in Kevadia.

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Delhi Police gets DCW notice over online sale of obscene pictures of goddesses, registers FIR

The Delhi Police have registered an FIR after obscene pictures featuring Hindu goddesses were allegedly sold online. The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) issued a notice to the police after receiving a complaint about the objectionable pictures. The DCW has demanded that the accused be arrested and the content be removed from the internet, as it has the potential to hurt religious sentiments and cause enmity among groups. The police have registered a case under sections 295A and 67A of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act.

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After threat email seeking Rs 20 crore, Mukesh Ambani receives second email with Rs 200 cr demand

Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, has received a threat email demanding Rs 200 crore ($27 million). This comes a day after another email threatened to shoot him if he did not pay Rs 20 crore ($2.7 million). An FIR has been lodged, and a case has been registered under IPC sections 387 and 506(2). The police are currently searching for the person behind the threats. Last year, a man was arrested for making death threats to Ambani and his family, as well as threatening to blow up a hospital.

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Rashmi Ranjan Swain appointed in-charge DGP of J&K

Rashmi Ranjan Swain has been appointed as the in-charge Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir, replacing the longest-serving DGP Dilbag Singh. Swain, who is currently the special DG CID, will take over the role from November 1 while continuing his existing duties. He has previously served as the police chief of Jammu and Srinagar cities and has worked extensively in Jammu and Kashmir on central deputation. Swain has been instrumental in breaking the separatist ecosystem and disrupting links between Pakistan and non-political platforms.

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Ramdas Athawale says Maratha community should get reservation without hurting quota of SC, ST, OBC

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Friday said that without hurting the quota of SC, ST, and OBC, Maratha community should get reservation. He also said that Gunaratna Sadavarte should not oppose Maratha reservation. Advocate Gunaratna Sadavarte was attacked by three people.

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Rights activists divided on idea of reintroducing adultery as gender neutral offence

A parliamentary panel in India is considering recommending the re-inclusion of adultery as a crime in a gender-neutral form. The move has sparked a debate over the pros and cons of criminalizing adultery, after the Supreme Court decriminalized it in 2018. Supporters argue that adultery causes harm to the institution of marriage and affects families and society. However, critics argue that criminalizing adultery may not offer protection to affected women and may be misused to defame and blackmail women.

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Unprovoked firing by Pakistan Rangers in Jammu’s Arnia sector

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Two men commit suicide in Chhatrapati Sambajhinagar and Hingoli seeking Maratha quota

A 28-year-old man in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar committed suicide, leaving behind a message demanding quota for the Maratha community. This was the second case of quota-related death in Marathwada on the same day. Another man in Hingoli also ended his life, citing Maratha reservation as the reason. There have been several reports of suicides by Maratha community members in different parts of the state, demanding reservation. In response to the recent suicide, the administration has promised aid to the deceased man's family and a job for one of them.

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Irish deputy PM calls on India to take stronger stance against Russia on Ukraine

Ireland's Tánaiste and foreign affairs minister, Micheál Martin, has criticized India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, urging New Delhi to take a stronger position against Russia. Martin expressed support for Ukraine and called Russia's actions a violation of the UN charter. He emphasized the importance of the multilateral rules-based order and urged other countries, including India, to take a strong stance. Martin also discussed human rights, stating that upholding fundamental rights is the obligation of all states.

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Karnataka places request for Rs 17,901 crore drought relief package with Centre

The Karnataka government has requested a drought relief package of Rs 17,901 crore due to the severe shortage of rainfall in the state. A total of 216 taluks have been declared as drought-hit, and there is a possibility of a drinking water crisis. The Central government officials are currently studying the situation and a positive response has been received for the immediate release of funds. The state is also awaiting funds for the employment guarantee scheme and has requested the release of pending amounts.

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India keeps close watch as China hosts Bhutan EAM

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi hosted his Bhutanese counterpart Tandi Dorji to discuss resolving their boundary dispute and potentially establishing diplomatic relations. Bhutan has expressed its willingness to work with Beijing to settle the boundary issue, while India has been monitoring the negotiations due to its security concerns. Wang emphasized the importance of concluding the negotiations and establishing diplomatic ties. Bhutan thanked China for its support and appreciated president Xi Jinping's global initiatives.

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Sri Lanka to give free visas to Indian tourists

The Sri Lankan cabinet has approved a policy to issue free tourist visas to travelers from India and six other countries, including China, Russia, and Japan. This move is part of efforts to revive the country's struggling tourism sector, which was severely impacted by the Easter Sunday bombings in 2019. The policy will be implemented as a pilot project until March 31, 2024, and aims to attract more tourists from these countries to boost the economy. Sri Lanka is currently facing economic and political challenges, including an acute shortage of essential items.

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PM Narendra Modi talks to Jordan King, calls for early resolution of Gaza conflict

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for concerted efforts for an early resolution of the security and humanitarian situation in the Israel-Hamas conflict. This is seen as a significant move by India, coming after the country dispatched aid for civilians in Gaza. Modi's statement is the closest India has come to calling for a ceasefire. Jordan's King Abdullah II, with whom Modi had a conversation, also emphasized the need to stop the deteriorating situation in Gaza and increase international efforts to end the conflict.

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Woman gets 20 years for aiding rape of 16-year-old niece

A special court sentenced a woman to 20 years in prison for aiding in the rape of her niece by a man, and also ordered a criminal complaint against the victim's mother for turning hostile in court. The woman received a 20-year jail term along with her co-accused, Baldev Sagathiya, who was found guilty of impregnating the 16-year-old. Special judge J K Prajapati imposed a harsh sentence on the woman, observing that she had aided in the rape of her niece.

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Odisha CM’s principal secretary takes voluntary retirement, will he join politics?

VK Pandian, principal secretary to Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has been granted voluntary retirement by the Centre. Speculation has been rife that Pandian, a powerful bureaucrat in the state, may enter politics. However, he has faced criticism for violating service condition rules and his way of working is not agreed upon by many in the ruling BJD party. Pandian has been serving as PS to the CM since 2011 and has been on recent whirlwind tours using the state chopper.

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Operation Ajay: Sixth flight with 143 passengers, including two Nepalese citizens, arrives in New Delhi

The sixth flight under 'Operation Ajay' arrived in New Delhi, carrying 143 Indian citizens and two Nepalese citizens who were evacuated from Israel amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. This brings the total number of evacuees to about 1,200. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that there are around four Indian nationals in Gaza and 12-13 in the West Bank. The Indian embassy has issued an advisory urging citizens to be cautious and register with the consulate.

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2 infiltrators killed in Uri: Army

Two infiltrators were killed by security forces along the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri, Kashmir. The operation was conducted based on specific information about the likely infiltration attempt by heavily armed terrorists. The terrorists tried to take advantage of bad weather conditions, but were intercepted by troops. The exchange of fire resulted in the elimination of two terrorists, while the rest of the group fled with the bodies of the dead terrorists.

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2 infiltrators killed in Uri: Army

Two infiltrators were killed by security forces along the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri, Baramulla. The terrorists attempted to cross over during bad weather, but were intercepted and engaged in a heavy exchange of fire. Two other terrorists were believed to be injured and fled across the LoC. Search operations were temporarily suspended due to inclement weather. War-like stores were discovered in the area, including weapons, grenades, and Pakistani and Indian currency.

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Northern Army Commander visits IAF's Western Command for seminar

Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, the Northern Army Commander, recently visited the Indian Air Force's Western Command for a seminar on integrated operations in the northern sector. This visit follows the Northern Army Command's two-day Army Air Defence Conclave held in September to address evolving air threats and ensure national security. The conclave focused on joint strategies, with domain experts from the Army Air Defence, Indian Air Force, and Defence Public Sector Undertakings participating. This event is particularly relevant due to the increasing use of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles by adversaries in the region.

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Vasundhara Raje in BJP Rajasthan list along with her loyalists

Former Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje, her close associate Narpat Singh Rajvi, and Jyoti Mirdha, daughter of Jat leader Nathuram Mirdha, figure among the 83 candidates BJP announced for the November 25 state polls on Saturday. The party is yet to name its candidates against CM Ashok Gehlot and his chief detractor Sachin Pilot at Sardarpura and Tonk respectively, keeping alive the suspense over whom it might field. It acceded to leader of opposition Rajendra Singh Rathore’s request to shift him from Churu to Taranagar.

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Rajnath launches Army's Project Udbhav to integrate ancient strategic acumen with contemporary military practices

The Indian Army has launched a new project called 'Udbhav' to integrate ancient strategic knowledge with modern military practices. The project aims to address modern security challenges and prepare for future battles. It draws inspiration from ancient treatises such as Arthashastra, Nitisara, and The Kural, as well as centuries-old military campaigns. While some have questioned the project's relevance in today's digitized battlefields, the government and the Army are enthusiastic about integrating India's military heritage with contemporary military pedagogy. The project aims to synthesize ancient wisdom with modern practices to develop a unique approach to security challenges.

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Sexual harassment case: Brij Bhushan Singh claims contradiction in witnesses' account, urges court to discharge him

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has requested a Delhi court to dismiss the sexual harassment case filed against him by six female wrestlers. Singh's lawyer argued that there were contradictions in the statements of the prosecution witnesses and that the Oversight Committee did not recommend the registration of an FIR within the required time frame. The defence counsel also claimed that there were material contradictions in the statements of the witnesses, calling for Singh's discharge from the case.

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Friday prayers at Srinagar Jamia Masjid barred for 2nd week

Apprehending protests and demonstrations over the Israel-Palestine war, the J&K administration barred Friday congregation at Jamia Masjid in downtown Srinagar for the second consecutive week. In a statement, the mosque’s management board, Anjuman Auqaf, said police closed the entry gates of Jamia Masjid and directed the body not to open them for Friday prayers.

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BJP a divided house in Rajasthan, its sole focus is on power not public welfare: Priyanka Gandhi

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Operation Ajay: 1200 people, including 18 Nepal citizens, evacuated from Israel

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Large number of Canadian diplomats have left India in last 24 hours: Report

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IIT Bhilai and DAAD Germany sign MoU for faculty exchanges

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Seat allocation between MVA partners to be finalised soon: Sharad Pawar

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Raghubar Das appointed governor of Odisha, Indra Sena Reddy Nallu of Tripura

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MHA grants FCRA approval to Ram temple trust

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, responsible for constructing the Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya, has been registered under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. This means that the trust can now accept foreign contributions for the temple project. Contributions can only be made to the designated bank account provided by the trust. The construction of the temple is expected to be completed by December.

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Now IndiGo ‘forgets’ to offload baggage fully at Singapore; flight returns to Changi after taking off for India

IndiGo, India's largest domestic airline, faced another incident of negligence as it failed to offload baggage from an international flight, causing the aircraft to return to Singapore. The flight had taken off for Bengaluru when it was discovered that not all luggage had been removed from the previous flight. Passengers expressed their frustration on social media, criticizing the mismanagement and inconvenience caused. The airline operates nearly 2,000 daily flights.

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Israel-Hamas war | Why India should worry

Israel-Hamas war | Why India should worry

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Israel-Hamas war | Why India should worry

Israel-Hamas war | Why India should worry

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NREGS in West Bengal | Deprived of their dues

NREGS in West Bengal | Deprived of their dues

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