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Bengaluru woman posts about Rapido Whitefield ride leaving her uneasy
A Bengaluru woman criticized Rapido after a bike ride to Whitefield, where the driver repeatedly asked her to move closer, making her feel uncomfortable and unsafe.
Rintu Sarkar arrested in Gangarampur after Seema's severed head found
A man in South Dinajpur, Bengal, was arrested after being found in a temple with his wife's severed head, amid allegations of marital discord.
Punjab logs 2,196 stubble-burning incidents, 494 FIRs, ₹32.05L fines
Punjab has reported 2,196 stubble-burning incidents this season, with 494 FIRs registered. Authorities have imposed fines totaling Rs 32.05 lakh, recovering Rs 20.60 lakh so far.
Vietnam Airlines launches Ahmedabad to Hanoi direct flights November 3
Vietnam Airlines will begin a new non-stop service between Ahmedabad and Hanoi on November 3, 2026, operating four round-trip flights weekly using Airbus A321 aircraft.
West Bengal board proposes Madhyamik 2027 move to March 2
The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education has proposed postponing the 2027 Madhyamik exams to March 2, pending approval from the state School Education Department.
Hyderabad conductor Gundla Pravalika dies after alleged ₹10 fare push
A 24-year-old TGSRTC conductor, Gundla Pravalika, died after being pushed from a moving bus during an altercation over change with a passenger in Hyderabad.
Tigress BT1 traveled over 100km from Buxa to Assam, captured
A tigress from Buxa Tiger Reserve was safely captured in Assam after traveling over 100 kilometers, highlighting successful inter-state wildlife management efforts.
Air pollution surges across India as cities enter emergency mode
Bikaner's AQI reached a staggering 1,357, making it the most polluted city in India, while Delhi implemented GRAP Stage II measures as its AQI hit 630.
Delhi Police FIR against Prashant Bhushan for doctored Lavrov video
Delhi Police filed an FIR against lawyer Prashant Bhushan for allegedly sharing a doctored video of Russian FM Sergei Lavrov, which contained remarks hostile to India.
Ramesh Chennithala directs VACB probe into Gyanesh Kumar ₹2cr allegation
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has instructed the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau to investigate a Rs 2 crore bribery allegation against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Supreme Court seeks Center reply on anti-CEC Diwali Ramlila protests
The Supreme Court has requested the Centre's response to traders' pleas seeking a halt to protests against the chief election commissioner during the festive Diwali season.
Andhra Pradesh schools, colleges closed for MPTC ZPTC elections
The Andhra Pradesh government has declared holidays on November 4 and 5 for schools and colleges used as polling stations in the MPTC and ZPTC elections.
PNB Greater Noida assistant, associate arrested over ₹10.24 cr fraud
The CBI has arrested a Punjab National Bank office assistant and a private individual for allegedly siphoning off ₹10.24 crore from customer accounts at the Greater Noida branch.
Assam to dismiss government employees practicing polygamy under UCC
The Assam cabinet approved dismissing state employees involved in polygamy, making them ineligible for future employment, following the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code.
SFI's Sidharth Sunil arrested at Maharaja's College protest, given bail
Ernakulam Central police arrested SFI leader Sidharth Sunil for protesting against Higher Education Minister Roji M. John during a convocation at Maharaja’s College, Kochi.
Delhi AQI 369 as CAQM moves to Stage II measures
Delhi's air quality remains in the 'very poor' category with an AQI of 369, as pollution levels show no signs of improvement ahead of Diwali.
India caps surplus grain ethanol use at 4.84 billion liters
The government has capped ethanol production from surplus FCI rice and damaged foodgrains, shifting demand towards maize amid existing pressures from various industries.
Anurag Sujania resigns after transfer following Sagar hooch deaths
IPS officer Anurag Sujania resigned days after his transfer from Sagar SP post, amid ongoing liquor-related controversies and government pressure in Madhya Pradesh.
Kolkata Christians to hold November 5 rally after church attacks
Several Christian groups will march in Kolkata on November 5, 2026, to protest against recent mob attacks on churches and prayer meetings across the region.
Indian Navy court-martials captain and lieutenant commander over Brahmaputra capsizing
The Indian Navy has initiated court-martial proceedings against two officers for alleged negligence that led to the partial capsizing of INS Brahmaputra during repairs in 2024.
Committee on Tribal Unity shuts Kangpokpi over alleged abduction, killing
Normal life in Manipur's Kangpokpi district was disrupted for a second day due to a shutdown by the Committee on Tribal Unity, protesting the killing of two Kuki youths.
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.
Applying for an OCI card? Avoid these common mistakes
The Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card has become a popular choice for those looking to retain ties with India. The application process, however, can be a little tricky.
Winter action plan: Delhi imposes ₹68.4 lakh in fines
On the first day of its Winter Action Plan, Delhi authorities imposed fines and environmental compensation totaling ₹68.4 lakh.
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.
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.