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Mumbai's main airport assigns summer 2027 slots before Terminal1 renovation
Mumbai airport has allocated slots to 38 international airlines for the Summer 2027 schedule, while 12 airlines may shift operations to Navi Mumbai due to Terminal 1 renovations.
Cheena Jadeja dies after unpaid ₹60,000 Rajkot loan dispute
A 52-year-old vegetable vendor in Rajkot, Gujarat, was fatally stabbed by his nephews following a dispute over a Rs 60,000 loan repayment. All three accused have been arrested.
Bishnoi gang allegedly obscured Oct 18 Tiger Shroff money trail
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly used UPI accounts of Mumbai-based autorickshaw drivers and shopkeepers to discreetly fund shooters involved in the attack on Tiger Shroff.
Maharashtra raises medical interns' stipend to ₹25,000, ASMI ends strike
The Maharashtra government has raised the monthly stipend for MBBS interns from Rs 18,000 to Rs 25,000, prompting ASMI to call off its strike.
Sujit Kumar says Srinagar-Jammu restrictions due to IEDs, terror threats
Kashmir IGP Sujit Kumar emphasized ongoing traffic restrictions on the Srinagar-Jammu highway due to persistent terror threats and past attacks.
Nitin Gadkari unveils hydrogen from water plan for UP farmers
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that Uttar Pradesh farmers could soon produce hydrogen to fuel transport, highlighting their evolving role as energy and fuel providers.
Borivali woman loses ₹2.82cr to deepfake of Nirmala Sitharaman scam
A 76-year-old woman from Borivali lost ₹2.82 crore after being deceived by a deepfake video of finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman promoting investments.
Sugarcane farmers block Pune-Bengaluru highway in Maharashtra demanding better prices
The Pune-Bengaluru National Highway (NH-48) remains blocked for a third day due to a farmers' agitation, leaving thousands stranded and disrupting traffic across a 120-km stretch.
Bihar education department bans classroom social media reels without permission
The Bihar Education Department has banned teachers and students from making social media reels during class hours and restricted unauthorized visitors from entering schools.
Parents of 2 IIT Bombay suicide victims meet Rahul Gandhi
Parents of two IIT-B students who died by suicide met with Rahul Gandhi, seeking his intervention in the investigations and highlighting alleged caste-based discrimination.
Delhi's AQI hits 389 amid heavy smog across NCR
Delhi's overall AQI stood at 389, indicating very poor air quality, while Gurugram, Noida, and Ghaziabad experienced hazardous smog conditions on November 6.
Dhanteras not holiday under Negotiable Instruments Act, Indian banks open
On November 6, 2026, banks in India will remain open despite the Dhanteras festival, as it is not a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Chawri Bazar collapse kills 2, injures 5, 3 contractors arrested
Delhi Police arrested three contractors following the collapse of an under-construction building in Chawri Bazar, Old Delhi, which resulted in two deaths and five injuries.
Dhirendra Shastri faces criminal defamation case after 'crooked' Krishna remark
A criminal defamation complaint was filed against preacher Dhirendra Shastri in Agra for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Lord Krishna during a religious discourse.
IMD forecasts rain in Tamil Nadu, coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam
The India Meteorological Department predicts heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu and coastal Andhra Pradesh from November 5th to 11th, with thunderstorms expected in isolated areas.
Rajasthan panchayat polls continue despite violence in 27 districts
Clashes, stone-pelting, and allegations of bogus voting disrupted panchayat elections in 27 districts of Rajasthan, resulting in one death and several injuries.
Bihar state government mandates bank accounts for government school students
The Bihar Education Department mandates opening bank accounts for children in government schools to facilitate Direct Benefit Transfers and ensure financial inclusion.
Nearly 2,000 drug peddlers arrested by Jammu and Kashmir police
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Kashmir Police have frozen 567 bank accounts and arrested nearly 2,000 individuals linked to the narcotics trade this year.
Short circuit smoke prompts evacuation at Greater Noida 'Ramayana' screening
A short circuit in the projector room caused smoke, leading to the evacuation of 10-15 people during a Ramayana screening at Galaxy Blue Sapphire Mall in Greater Noida.
Speeding truck runs over 7 in Jharkhand's Khunti district
A speeding truck ran over and killed seven people, including women and children, in Jharkhand's Khunti district. The driver allegedly fled the scene after the accident.
Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam seek SC bail in Delhi riots
Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam have approached the Supreme Court seeking bail as the one-year embargo period nears its end in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case.
Government upgrades Agnipath scheme with ₹10.04L and ₹15.94L payouts
Agniveers exiting after four years receive Rs 10.04 lakh, while those leaving after six years are entitled to Rs 15.94 lakh under the revised Agnipath scheme.
Kotia villagers vote in Andhra Pradesh polls despite Odisha checkpoints
Several residents from the disputed Kotia gram panchayat crossed into Andhra Pradesh to vote in local elections, despite Odisha's efforts to restrict movement at the border.
Diwali firecracker smoke harms children, pregnant women, and older adults
Children, pregnant women, and senior citizens face heightened health risks from Diwali pollution due to their increased vulnerability to firecracker emissions and poor air quality.
India requires visas for non-Muslim communities from Afghanistan Bangladesh Pakistan
The Ministry of Home Affairs mandates visas for six non-Muslim communities from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan who entered India before December 31, 2024.
Election Commission restores IT wing oversight to Pawan Kumar Sharma
The Election Commission of India reinstated DEC-level oversight of its IT division after objections from two Election Commissioners regarding a previous directive.
Mooting committee to re-examine UGC's equity rules: Centre tells SC
The central government is considering setting up a committee to review the University Grants Commission's (UGC) new regulations aimed at preventing caste discrimination in educational institutions.
CJP receiving funds from US-based donors, Pakistani politicians: Union minister
Union Minister Jitendra Singh has accused the satirical group Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) of receiving illegal funds from foreign non-profits and anti-India elements.
24-hour court presentation window for accused starts from detention: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that the 24-hour constitutional deadline for producing an arrested person before a magistrate starts from the time of their detention, not formal arrest.
2 killed after 3-story building collapses in Delhi's Chawri Bazaar
Two people were killed while six are still feared trapped after a three-story under-construction building collapsed in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar on Thursday morning.
ECI completely de-links Form 6 from SIR declaration
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) declaration out of the online version of the statutory voter enrollment form, Form 6, on its ECINet portal.
Delhi Police inspector transferred over headquarters protest transferred again
The Delhi Police Commissioner has ordered the transfer of Inspector Arun Kumar to the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) Branch, his second transfer in two days.
CJP's legal head in trouble over X posts against judge
The Delhi government's Additional Standing Counsel (Criminal), Amol Sinha, has given his consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) legal head Ratna Singh.
Laws penalizing those having 2+ children have become irrelevant: SC
The Supreme Court on Wednesday observed that laws penalizing families for having more than two children have become outdated, noting that fears of overpopulation are no longer valid as India's fertility rate has dropped from 3 to 1.9 in the past few decades.
SC issues Centre, ECI notice over blanket immunity for CEC
The Supreme Court has sought a response from the central government and the Election Commission of India (ECI) on a petition challenging a provision that gives blanket immunity to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs).
Agniveers get 2-year service extension
Chief of Defence Staff General NS Raja Subramani has announced a two-year extension for Agniveers.
Kerala government to probe ₹2cr corruption complaint against Gyanesh Kumar
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has directed the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) to investigate bribery allegations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
FIR against Prashant Bhushan over doctored video of Russian minister
An FIR has been filed against senior advocate Prashant Bhushan for circulating a doctored video of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
'Absolutely mischievous breach...': SC freezes BMC chief's salary over encroachment
The Supreme Court has ordered an immediate freeze on the November salaries of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Ashwini Bhide and other civic officials while the court initiated contempt proceedings against Bhide for not clearing encroachments on government land in Borivali, Mumbai.
Man accused of killing 5 near Guwahati hotel shot dead
The man accused of shooting five people dead near a hotel last week in Guwahati, Ghanakanta Gogoi, was killed in an encounter with the police on Tuesday.
How to correct name mistakes on your marriage certificate
Correcting name errors on Indian marriage certificates can be a daunting task, but it is essential for maintaining accurate personal records.
Gujarat: 2 laborers burned alive inside vehicle over ₹30,000 dispute
In a shocking incident in Gujarat's Amreli district, two farm laborers were burned alive inside their vehicle over what police suspect was a monetary dispute relating to the purchase of the vehicle.
Maharashtra: Patanjali cow ghee worth ₹20.20L seized over adulteration, misbranding
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized 2,279.7 liters of Patanjali cow ghee worth ₹20.20 lakh over suspected adulteration and misbranding.
Calling wife 'stupid, 'useless' not cruelty: SC
The Supreme Court has quashed a dowry death and cruelty case against a man whose wife died by suicide.
NEET to move from percentile to rank-based: Centre tells SC
The Union government told the Supreme Court that the National Medical Commission (NMC) has granted in-principle approval to change the qualifying system for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduates (NEET-PG).
22 Indians killed in West Asia conflict; 14 were seafarers
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that 22 Indian nationals have died in the ongoing conflict in West Asia since it began in February 2026.
India approves felling 156,319 sal trees to fight beetle infestation
The Indian government has sanctioned the felling of 156,319 sal trees in Madhya Pradesh to tackle a sal heartwood borer infestation.
Kuki women paraded naked case: Accused seeks bail in SC
Yumlembam Jiban Singh, one of the accused in a case where three Kuki-Zo women were paraded naked during the ethnic violence on May 4, 2023, in Manipur, has sought bail from the Supreme Court.
Bengaluru man glues receptionist's hands with Fevikwik, steals ₹4.5L chain
A man has been arrested after he glued a woman's hands to the reception desk before fleeing with her gold chain in Indiranagar, Bengaluru, on October 31.
India Biennale 2026: Dates, venues, theme, ticket prices
The national capital will soon be transformed into a massive art trail with the India Biennale 2026.
Is there link between Pakistan and spiking Delhi pollution?
Delhi's air quality has taken a turn for the worse, slipping into the "very poor" category on Tuesday, days before Diwali. Normally, the pollution level spikes after the festival.
Shield IAF land from government takeover: Ex-air chief urged Rajnath
Former Indian Air Force (IAF) chief, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, wrote to Defense Minister Rajnath Singh days before he retired, expressing concerns over the sealing of the IAF sports complex at Race Course Air Force Station in New Delhi.
Tripura villagers attack BSF personnel with sticks, poles; 9 held
At least nine people have been arrested in Tripura's Sepahlijala district for allegedly attacking Border Security Force (BSF) personnel.
Punjab: 1,612 stubble burning incidents reported till November 2
Punjab has reported a total of 1,612 stubble burning incidents till November 2. The data was released by the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB).
Passenger booked for tampering with emergency exit on IndiGo flight
A 33-year-old passenger, Gaurav Satyendra Routela, was booked for allegedly tampering with the emergency exit door lever cover on an IndiGo flight.
Can't occupy site indefinitely: SC on Delhi protests
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that no one can occupy a site indefinitely to stage a protest.
Ladakh: Administration halts activities at Sonam Wangchuk's Desert Flower School
The Ladakh administration has ordered the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives (HIAL) to stop all activities at its Desert Flower School.
'Every type sold': SC flags unrestricted firecracker sale in Delhi
The Supreme Court has taken note of a newspaper report on the unrestricted sale of firecrackers in Delhi markets, despite its restrictions ahead of Diwali.
Kerala YouTuber-cum-preacher arrested for raping minor girl
Kerala Police have arrested a popular Islamic preacher and YouTuber, Mohammed Niyas Jouhari, on charges of repeatedly raping a 16-year-old girl.
Ship targeting must end: India after sailor killed off Oman
India has once again stressed that the targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the Mideast region must end after an Indian seafarer was killed in an attack on a vessel off the coast of Oman on Monday.
Husband has rights too: SC on abortion plea, marital discord
The Supreme Court on Monday heard a woman's plea to terminate her over-six-month pregnancy.
Maharashtra FDA seizes ₹9cr worth food articles, including Patanjali ghee
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a special drive during the festive season, seizing food articles worth over ₹9 crore.
Cyclone Murasu makes landfall in Andhra Pradesh's Prakasam district
Severe cyclonic storm Murasu started making landfall near Ongole in Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh early Tuesday morning.
How to apply for a Central government health insurance card
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) provides healthcare facilities to eligible Central Government employees and pensioners, along with their eligible dependents.
Delhi cop suspended for protesting against lawyer scuffle transfer orders
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Manasvi Vashishtha was suspended on Tuesday, a day after he led a protest outside the Delhi Police Headquarters.
GRAP 2 anti-pollution curbs imposed after Delhi-NCR AQI crosses 300
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect.
Cyclone Murasu to make landfall between 11:30pm-4:00am on Andhra coast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that severe cyclonic storm Murasu will make landfall on the south coast of Andhra Pradesh between Nellore and Narsapur around 11:30pm and 4:00am.
Plea alleges 700% airfare rise; SC says 'Don't fly'
The Supreme Court has refused to urgently list a plea challenging the steep rise in domestic airfares during the Diwali festive season.
PNG pipeline explodes during drain construction in Bihar; 1 dead
One person was killed and six others injured after an underground piped natural gas (PNG) pipeline was damaged during drain construction work in Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, on Monday.
Indian Navy's 1st indigenously designed warships to be built
The Indian Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth ₹53,866.50 crore (approximately $6.4 billion) with two state-owned shipyards to construct eight Next Generation Corvettes for the Indian Navy.
SC allows green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR on Diwali
The Supreme Court has permitted the use of certified green firecrackers in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on November 7 and 8 with certain conditions.
Punjab cop caught planting drugs at religious leader's home
A hidden camera video has allegedly exposed a Punjab Police Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) planting heroin at the home of Mahant Kashmir Giri.
'Don't behave like protesters': Infighting erupts within Delhi Police
Tense scenes unfolded outside the Delhi Police Headquarters (HQ) on Monday morning as around 100 police personnel protested against the transfer of two colleagues.
Ram temple donation theft: Chargesheet filed; SC allows petitioners' role
The Supreme Court has allowed petitioners to assist a local magistrate in the trial of an alleged embezzlement case at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya.
Cyclone Murasu: 10 flights canceled at Vijayawada's Gannavaram Airport
Cyclone Murasu has forced IndiGo Airlines to cancel 10 flights at Vijayawada's Gannavaram Airport on Monday.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and rainfall in several states over the next few days.
Bihar CM urges rich to opt-out of free electricity scheme
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has urged wealthy households and income taxpayers to opt out of the state's 125-unit free electricity scheme.