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Delhi air hazardous while Murasu nears Nellore and Narsapur
Delhi-NCR experiences clear skies but hazardous air quality, while Cyclone Murasu prompts alerts in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha with heavy rain warnings.
Cyclone Murasu nears Andhra Pradesh, Chennai flights canceled, schools closed
Northern parts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, experienced heavy rainfall as Cyclone Murasu approached south coastal Andhra Pradesh.
Cyclone Arnab disrupts Visakhapatnam flights as IndiGo warns of delays
Cyclone Arnab has disrupted IndiGo's flight operations in Visakhapatnam, prompting the airline to issue a travel advisory warning of potential delays and extended waiting times.
Church in Narayantala attacked during opening, BCP files police complaint
A new church in South 24 Parganas' Basanti area was attacked during its inauguration ceremony, allegedly due to an internal feud between two Christian groups.
Kerala High Court seeks probe into Sabarimala fake health cards
The Kerala High Court has mandated a police investigation into alleged irregularities in issuing health cards to Sabarimala employees.
Vyapar Mahasangh says INDIA rally disrupted Delhi trade and livelihoods
Delhi traders express concerns over disruptions caused by the INDIA bloc rally, emphasizing the need for balance between political events and business activities in the capital.
Anupama, 23, climbs Kaushambi water tank after fiance cancels wedding
A 23-year-old woman in Kaushambi, UP, climbed a water tank after her fiancé canceled their wedding, prompting a lengthy police rescue operation.
Delhi's AQI at 385 to 428, hazardous to severe
Delhi's air quality deteriorated on Monday, with the AQI reaching up to 428, placing several areas in the 'severe' pollution category.
Northeast monsoon arrives in Tamil Nadu, Chennai records 76.07mm
Chennai experienced significant rainfall as the northeast monsoon arrived, with northern areas receiving over 100 mm, while southern regions saw comparatively less precipitation.
Delhi bars non BS-VI vehicles from Noida Gurugram Ghaziabad Faridabad
From November 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, vehicles from Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad not meeting BS-VI standards are barred from entering Delhi under revised pollution rules.
Uttar Pradesh raises Anganwadi monthly pay: ₹12,000 and helpers ₹6,000
The Uttar Pradesh government has raised the monthly honorarium for Anganwadi workers to ₹12,000 and for helpers to ₹6,000, effective from September 2026.
Cyclone Murasu intensifies into severe cyclonic storm: IMD
Cyclonic Storm Murasu has intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm over the West Central and Southwest Bay of Bengal.
Chainsaw attack: Accused injured in police firing
A 21-year-old man, identified as Hemanth or Dummu, was shot at by police in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district.
Odisha CM Majhi announces relief for Arnab and flood victims
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a relief package including 50kg of rice and ₹2,500 for families affected by Cyclone Arnab in southern districts.
Four killed in separate Gurugram crashes involving unidentified vehicles
Four individuals lost their lives in separate road accidents involving unidentified vehicles in Gurugram, with incidents occurring near Atul Kataria Chowk and Dwarka Expressway.
Punjab transfers ₹1,291cr directly to 37.43L women under Satkar Yojana
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the transfer of ₹1,291 crore in financial assistance to 37.43 lakh women under the Mukh Mantri Mawan-Dheeyan Satkar Yojana.
Sonepat woman allegedly poisoned, hanged 3 children, died by suicide
A 37-year-old woman in Mundlana village, Sonepat, allegedly poisoned her three children before hanging them and herself. The incident occurred while her husband was at work.
Mumbai sellers sell Indian numbers, WhatsApp accounts to international scammers
OTP farming involves using Indian mobile numbers to generate verification codes, which are sold to international cybercriminals for scams and impersonation activities.
Maharashtra seeks ₹31,000cr from Centre to aid drought-hit farmers
The Maharashtra government has requested ₹31,000 crore from the Centre to compensate farmers for crop losses due to severe drought affecting 304 talukas across the state.
Kukumseri records Himachal Pradesh minimum minus 1.6°C, IMD warns 2-3°C
Kukumseri recorded the lowest temperature in Himachal Pradesh at -1.6°C, with forecasts predicting a further 2-3°C drop in minimum temperatures across the state in coming days.
CAQM reports 1,383 stubble burning cases, Punjab 1,007, Delhi 18.57%
Between September 15 and October 29, the Commission for Air Quality Management reported 1,383 stubble burning cases across Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi.
Sukhdev Singh suspended after camera filmed object beneath Giri's mattress
An assistant sub-inspector was suspended after spy cameras revealed he planted heroin at a Shiv Sena (Punjab) leader’s residence, prompting a Special Investigation Team inquiry.
Ravinder Singh detained in Ludhiana after allegedly stabbing Kamaldeep Kaur
A 50-year-old man, Ravinder Singh, has been detained by Dugri police for allegedly stabbing his wife, Kamaldeep Kaur, to death at their Vikas Nagar home.
Vipin Kumar Singh, 38, dies after alleged assault in Ludhiana
A 38-year-old man, Vipin Kumar Singh, died after being allegedly assaulted by an auto repair shop owner and his aides in New Ambedkar Nagar, Ludhiana.
India and France propose 114 Rafale with Indian manufacturing
India and France are set to enhance their strategic partnership with a proposed agreement for 114 Rafale fighter jets, emphasizing substantial manufacturing in India.
Maharashtra locals protest Ujani AI center Karjat hydropower Vadhavan port
Maharashtra is witnessing frequent protests against government proposals, with political parties and communities mobilizing around diverse issues statewide.
Vikram Misri meets Reem Al Hashimy, discusses West Asia crisis
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and UAE Minister Reem Al Hashimy met in Abu Dhabi to review strategic ties and discuss the ongoing situation in West Asia amid regional tensions.
India's B28 bullet train nears readiness as BEML test wraps
India's first indigenous bullet train, B28, is nearing completion of its crucial "Squeeze Test," a key safety assessment for structural integrity.
Cyclone Arnab struck Andhra Pradesh, disaster response systems face test
Cyclone Arnab's recent landfall tested India's east coast, and with another storm looming, the region's preparedness for rapid recovery is under scrutiny.
Bhandup wedding: 27 including bride groom hospitalized for food poisoning
At least 27 people, including a newly married couple, fell ill with symptoms of food poisoning after attending a wedding celebration in Mumbai's Bhandup area.
Cyclone Murasu shutters schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur
Schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur are closed on November 2, 2026, as a precautionary measure due to the impending Severe Cyclone ‘Murasu’.
Delhi pollution spikes as Rohini AQI 396, Chandni Chowk 358
Delhi's air quality worsened on Monday, with the AQI surpassing 300 in multiple areas, entering the 'very poor' category after a brief improvement over the weekend.
Delhi launches winter action plan and checks 14,930 vehicles
Delhi authorities levied Rs 68.4 lakh in penalties and turned back over 1,500 vehicles on the first day of the Winter Action Plan to combat air pollution.
Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia assumes IAF vice chief role
Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia has assumed the role of Vice Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, succeeding Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit.
INDIA Delhi rally on 1984 anti Sikh anniversary angers survivors
Survivors of the 1984 anti-Sikh killings and Sikh organizations have questioned Congress's decision to hold the INDIA bloc rally on November 1, demanding an apology for the timing.
Homemade bomb explosion injures 7 including 3 children in Kamareddy
Seven people, including three children, were injured when a country-made bomb exploded during testing in Telangana's Kamareddy district, intended for hunting wild boars.
India's lawmakers to review media regulation across platforms in 2026-27
The Standing Committee on Communications and IT will examine media laws for print, TV, and digital platforms during its 2026-27 review of the Information and Broadcasting Ministry.
Gurdaspur soldier Wazir Singh attacked by family over property dispute
A soldier on leave in Punjab was assaulted by his mother, brother, and relatives over a property dispute, resulting in hospitalization and ongoing treatment.
Uttar Pradesh wedding celebratory firing allegedly kills 5-year-old, Ajay accused
A five-year-old boy, Arsh Patel, was killed during celebratory firing in Futehari Banke village, Uttar Pradesh, when his relative allegedly opened fire before a wedding procession.
Mahadev Online Book mastermind Chandrakar extradited from Oman
Sourabh Chandrakar, the alleged mastermind behind the Mahadev Online Book app and an illegal betting syndicate, has been extradited from Oman by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Cyclone Murasu intensifies over Bay of Bengal, landfall likely soon
A cyclonic storm named "Murasu" has formed over the Bay of Bengal and is likely to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Chainsaw attack accused reportedly victim's uncle whose proposal was rejected
A 21-year-old man allegedly attacked two Class 10 girls with a chainsaw at Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu village, Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh.
PM Modi greets people of 6 states on foundation days
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his warm wishes to the residents of six Indian states, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Keralam, as they celebrated their foundation days.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several Indian states in the coming days. The weather changes are due to the remnants of Cyclone Arnab and an active Western Disturbance.
AP school chainsaw attack: One girl shifted to Bengaluru hospital
One of the two Class 10 students injured in a chainsaw attack at Raptadu Zilla Parishad High School, Andhra Pradesh, has been shifted to a private hospital in Bengaluru for advanced treatment.
Delhi-NCR imposes winter pollution curbs; non-BS6 vehicles barred from entry
The Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) has introduced stringent measures to tackle winter air pollution.
IMD predicts below-normal rainfall across southern peninsula in November
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that a cyclonic system developing in the Bay of Bengal will likely impact the Andhra Pradesh coast on November 3.
Cyclone Arnab: 12 missing in landslide on Ganjam-Kandhamal border
A landslide in Gidipabali village on the border of Ganjam and Kandhamal districts has left 12 people missing, PTI reported. The incident was triggered by Cyclone Arnab's incessant rains.
IPS officer taken off post amid probe on IAS husband
The Rajasthan government has placed senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Prashakha Mathur on awaiting posting orders.
Siang dam won't be forced on locals: Arunachal CM
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has assured residents that the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) will not be forced upon them.
Woman believed to be studying abroad found dead in Pune
A 34-year-old woman, who was believed to be studying in London, was found dead in a rented apartment in Pune, India Today reported.
Delhi to bar vehicles without valid PUCC from November 1
Starting November 1, vehicles without valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates will be barred from entering Delhi.
Two foreign nationals die of electrocution in Bengaluru hotel
In a tragic incident, two foreign nationals died allegedly due to electrocution at the swimming pool of a five-star hotel in Bengaluru on Friday.
Delhi-NCR: Sunny Saturday after 2 days of unusual rainfall
Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) witnessed a sunny Saturday on October 31 after two days of unusual rainfall.
Bhutan glacial lake outburst floods: 12,000 evacuated in North Bengal
A glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan has led to the evacuation of around 12,000 people in West Bengal's Alipurduar district.
India lifted 496M people out of extreme poverty: World Bank
India has lifted an estimated 496 million people out of extreme poverty between 2011 and 2023, according to the World Bank's October 2026 Poverty and Equity Brief.
Vijay announces 5-year age relaxation for job seekers in TN
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced a five-year age relaxation for candidates applying for government jobs in the state.
Punjab: Stubble burning cases nearly double in last week
Punjab has witnessed a sharp rise in farm fire incidents, with the number nearly doubling in the last week.
J&K Police bust terror financing network, arrest 10 associates
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have dismantled an intra-Union Territory terror financing network in Shopian district.
Video: Rafale Marine lands on INS Vikrant on maiden attempt
The Indian Navy has released a video showing a Rafale Marine aircraft successfully landing on board the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant on its maiden attempt.
Consumer court tells IRCTC to refund Re 1 shortfall
A consumer commission in Kerala has ordered the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to pay a passenger ₹3,100 for not refunding him the exact amount due on a canceled train ticket.
Greater Noida: Father, son plucking flowers fall from 23rd floor
A 40-year-old man and his 11-year-old son died after falling from the 23rd floor of the Mahagun Mywoods Society in Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddha district on Friday.
Chopper crashes near Joshimath in Uttarakhand; all 6 onboard dead
All six people onboard a helicopter that crashed while returning from Badrinath Dham to Dehradun, Uttarakhand, have been confirmed dead.
Indian government clears ₹40,000cr project to build 8 corvettes
The Indian government has approved a ₹40,000 crore project to build eight Next-Generation Corvettes (NGCs) for the Indian Navy.
Ladakh women's groups suspend protest against liquor policy
Women's organizations in Ladakh have temporarily suspended their protest against the Union Territory's liquor policy.
SC suggests involving celebrities like Virat Kohli in anti-pollution campaigns
The Supreme Court has reserved its order on whether to continue or relax the firecracker restrictions in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali.
Cyclone Arnab remnants to bring heavy rain, storms across India
India is likely to witness heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and hailstorms on Friday due to the remnants of Cyclone Arnab.
ECI extends SIR deadline in Delhi, 5 states
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in six states and Union Territories: Nagaland, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Maharashtra and Delhi.
Need to update your passport? Here's how to avoid delays
Updating your passport can be a daunting task, especially if you are unprepared.
Cyclone Arnab: Over 59,000 evacuated in Odisha, Ganjam worst-hit
Cyclone Arnab has wreaked havoc in Odisha, leading to massive destruction and displacement.
Protest-hit Jamia sets dates for restoring students' union, holding elections
Jamia Millia Islamia University in Delhi has accepted the demands of protesting students, including a timeline for the implementation of the Students' Union constitution.
Supreme Court orders banks to compensate digital fraud victims
The Supreme Court on Thursday said banks must pay for the losses suffered by victims of digital fraud if an investigation establishes that the offense resulted from a failure of due diligence by the financial institutions.
2 MP sisters, their 4 kids found dead in wells
Two sisters, one of whom was eight months pregnant and their four children were found dead in separate wells in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district on Wednesday.
'Why arrest him?' Mercedes crash accused's judge father gets relief
The Kerala High Court has granted anticipatory bail to an Additional District Judge whose son was involved in a fatal car accident in Kochi.
Cyclone Arnab weakens into deep depression
Cyclone Arnab has weakened into a deep depression, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday.
Driving license application: 5 FAQs you must know
Applying for a driving license can be an overwhelming task for first-timers. With so many rules and regulations, it is only natural for applicants to have questions regarding the process.
Why deleted voters asked to file Form-6? SC asks ECI
The Supreme Court has questioned the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its decision to ask deleted voters from the draft roll in Delhi to fill Form 6.
2-year-old enters record books for Tabla playing: What we know
A two-year-old girl from Karnataka, Swarshri Hegde, has made it to the India Book of Records by reciting and playing 12 taals on the tabla.
Cheetah dies from pellet injuries; Centre deputes team to investigate
The central government has formed a high-level team to investigate the death of a 19-month-old male cheetah at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park.
Ship carrying sulfur runs aground in Andhra amid cyclone Arnab
A cargo vessel carrying sulfur drifted and ran aground in the sea near Antarvedi in Andhra Pradesh amid cyclone Arnab.
3 killed, 31 houses damaged as Cyclone Arnab batters Andhra
Cyclone Arnab has wreaked havoc in Andhra Pradesh, killing three people and damaging 31 houses.
Dipke, satirists, legal website's Instagram posts on ECI, Modi removed
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), has alleged that the central government is censoring anti-government posts on Instagram.
Kochi Police commissioner transferred over Mercedes hit-and-run case lapses
Kochi Police Commissioner Kaliraj Mahesh has been removed from his position amid mounting criticism over the police handling of a hit-and-run case involving the son of an additional district judge.
India invites Pakistan for SCO event, first since Operation Sindoor
India has invited Pakistan's Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, to the first Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Civilisational Dialogue Forum.
Cyclone Arnab stationary after landfall; heavy rain in Andhra, Odisha
The very severe cyclonic storm Arnab over west central Bay of Bengal off the Andhra Pradesh coast has remained stationary during the past three hours after making landfall early Wednesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
How to correct errors on your PAN card
Correcting errors on a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is essential to keep financial records accurate.
Cyclone Arnab moving faster, landfall likely between 2:00-4:00am on Wednesday
Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, near Yanam, between 2:00-4:00am on Wednesday.
'It's loot': SC questions 1,000% mark-up on cancer drugs
The Supreme Court has slammed the government and its regulatory mechanisms for allowing massive markups on medicines, questioning how a hospital could charge a ₹1.3 lakh for a cancer injection, which is available to a medical distributor for just ₹11,000.
Blue drum murder: Court admits convicts' appeals against death sentences
The Allahabad High Court has accepted the appeals of Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla against their death sentences in the Meerut blue drum murder case.
MP's ₹8.86 crore bridge almost ready but approach roads missing
A bridge over the Dudhi River in Madhya Pradesh's Narmadapuram district has been rendered almost useless three years after its completion.
Delhi workers spend thrice more on commuting than Bihar counterparts
The National Household Travel Survey (NHTS) for 2025-26 has revealed that workers in Delhi spend nearly thrice as much on commuting compared to their counterparts in urban Bihar.
New ₹1,000 currency note with temple design? Government fact-checks
The Press Information Bureau's (PIB) Fact Check unit has dismissed claims about a new ₹1,000 currency note.
Why is Arunachal's Gen Z protesting against mega-dam?
Arunachal Pradesh's Gen Z is protesting the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, an 11,200-MW dam.
How did Cyclone Arnab get its name?
Cyclone Arnab has intensified into a "very severe cyclonic storm" over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall on India's eastern coast on Wednesday.
Karnataka's final electoral roll released; nearly 1 crore voters deleted
The final electoral roll for Karnataka has been published, revealing a total of 4,55,00,011 voters.
SC seeks Centre's response on pleas against full Vande Mataram
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response to two petitions challenging Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) orders that mandated the singing of all six stanzas of the national song, Vande Mataram, at formal state events.
Supreme Court adjourns petitions challenging Election Commission's functioning
The Supreme Court has adjourned a batch of petitions challenging the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Kolkata man, 18-year-old son paraded naked over relationship with minor
An 18-year-old man, his father, and a friend were allegedly forced to strip and walk naked on a busy street in Kolkata's Sarsuna over the young man's relationship with a 13-year-old girl.
HC refuses to stay probe against journalist in SC/ST case
The Delhi High Court has refused to stay the investigation of a case against a woman journalist.
Centre gets SC notice over media organizations' privacy law challenge
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought responses from the central government and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on a plea challenging the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
Myanmar woman raped by husband's friends in Hyderabad
In a shocking incident, an 18-year-old woman from Myanmar has accused her husband of repeatedly locking her inside their rented house in Hyderabad and sending his friends to sexually assault her.
Cyclone Arnab: 'Very severe' storm nears Odisha, Andhra coast
Cyclone Arnab has intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal.
How to update your Aadhaar card without common mistakes
Updating your Aadhaar card helps keep your personal information accurate and up to date.
17 inmates escape Tamil Nadu jail after faking epileptic seizure
Seventeen undertrial prisoners escaped from Thekkampatti sub-jail in Tamil Nadu's Theni district on Monday night.
Assam: 5 of family shot dead in Guwahati hotel
A shooting incident at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati's Bora Service area left five people dead on Monday, NDTV reported.
Cyclone Arnab to make landfall by Wednesday morning: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that Cyclone Arnab will cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam.
Defence Acquisition Council clears ₹2.12L cr defense procurement proposals
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved capital acquisition proposals worth ₹2.12 lakh crore for the Indian Armed Forces.
Delhi: Fire breaks out at North Block; no casualties reported
A fire broke out at Delhi's North Block on Monday, sending thick black smoke billowing from the rooftop.
Kerala judge's son crash: Minor claimed to learn driving online
The 17-year-old son of a serving judge in Kerala was involved in a fatal accident on Sunday morning.
Cyclone Arnab intensifies over Bay of Bengal, likely to strengthen
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into Cyclone Arnab.