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India
infrastructure24 min ago

Bullet Train Connectivity to Guwahati Approved

Connectivity for a bullet train to Guwahati has been approved. The train is designed to reach a maximum test speed of 280 kmph.

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India
governance24 min ago

Panchayati Raj Minister: Voter IDs to replace Aadhaar for welfare payments

Panchayati Raj Minister announced that welfare payments will now be linked to voter identification numbers. This change moves away from the current system that uses Aadhaar.

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Goa
crime27 min ago

Supreme Court to hear Tarun Tejpal interim bail plea Nov. 5

The Supreme Court will hear an interim bail plea for Tarun Tejpal on November 5. The hearing was deferred after the Goa government requested an adjournment.

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India
infrastructure27 min ago

Adani Airports CEO urges foreign airlines to shift to Navi Mumbai

Adani Airports CEO Arun Bansal instructed foreign airlines to relocate from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai by April. He stated that their destination after vacating is their own choice.

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India
geopolitics30 min ago

MEA: Structured mechanism in place for Ganga Water Treaty

The MEA spokesperson confirmed a structured mechanism remains for the Ganga Water Treaty. No update was provided on the treaty's renewal or Bangladesh PM's visit.

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India
politics31 min ago

Hardeep Puri to win unopposed in Rajya Sabha bypoll

Hardeep Puri is set to win unopposed in the Rajya Sabha bypoll. Nominations for two other candidates were rejected.

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India
environment33 min ago

Relocated tigress from West Bengal captured in Assam

West Bengal's first relocated tigress was captured in Assam. The animal has since been returned to the Buxa reserve.

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India
governance38 min ago

Supreme Court Halts BMC Chief's Salary Over Encroachment Failures

The Supreme Court halted the BMC chief's salary and issued a show-cause notice for failing to clear encroachments. The court rejected requests for more time and imposed costs.

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India
politics39 min ago

Hartal announced for ESA-affected areas in Palakkad

A hartal has been called for areas in Palakkad affected by ESA. The hartal is scheduled for November 6.

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Andhra Pradesh
climate energy40 min ago

Cyclone Murasu hits Andhra Pradesh, causing two deaths and crop damage

Cyclone Murasu brought heavy rain to Prakasam and Palnadu districts with wind speeds reaching 120 kmph. Over 12,000 people are in rehabilitation centers, with preliminary losses estimated at ₹344 crore.

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India
politics51 min ago

NC leader Aga Syed Ruhullah resigns, cites betrayal

National Conference leader Aga Syed Ruhullah resigned, accusing Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah of breaking promises to constituents. Ruhullah claimed the leadership had misused him for electoral advantage.

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India
crime51 min ago

ACB uncovers ₹4.75 crore in assets during searches

Anti-Corruption Bureau searches at 10 locations against a MEPMA Additional Director recovered properties, gold, silver, vehicles, bank balances and electronic gadgets. The ACB estimated the market value of assets exceeds their official valuation.

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India
politics55 min ago

Prediction markets and polls diverge on Democratic chances in 2026 midterms

Prediction markets indicate a 94% chance of Democrats winning the U.S. House and a 77.3% chance of taking the Senate in the 2026 midterms. Polls present different assessments of their prospects.

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India
politics59 min ago

Won't allow illegal immigrants to exercise voting rights, says Bandi Sanjay

Details developing.

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India
business economy59 min ago

India's unemployment falls amid persistent lack of decent work

Poor-quality employment generation in India has consequences for economic growth and worker vulnerability. Workers without social security spend less, save less, and remain vulnerable to economic shocks.

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Gujarāt
geopolitics1 h ago

Indian Seafarer Killed in West Asia Ship Attack; Death Toll Reaches 23

An Indian seafarer from Gujarat, identified as Gandhar Nahim Ajij, was killed in an attack on a ship in West Asia. India has called for de-escalation of regional tensions.

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India
education1 h ago

Speakers Say Bhagavad Gita Offers Guidance for Ethical Leadership

Speakers suggested that the wisdom found within the Bhagavad Gita can provide guidance for ethical leadership and responsible management. The discussions focused on applying its principles.

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India
politics1 h ago

NC MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Resigns from Party and Seat

NC MP Aga Syed Ruhullah has resigned from his party and parliamentary seat. He requested Muhammad Ashraf Mattoo to deliver his resignation to NC president Farooq Abdullah.

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India
politics1 h ago

Jana Sena Party Wins Pithapuram Municipality Election

The Jana Sena Party achieved an emphatic victory in the Pithapuram Municipality elections. Its chairman contestant won by a significant margin, and the party secured multiple wards.

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India
climate energy1 h ago

India to oppose EU carbon tax at COP31 over fossil fuels

Details developing.

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India
politics1 h ago

Democrat candidate addresses California fire insurance crisis

Jaron Brandon, running for California State Senate, discussed the state's fire insurance crisis in an interview. He also addressed rural healthcare gaps ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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Telangāna
politics1 h ago

Telangana Chief Minister seeks CPI, TJS support for MLC polls

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is seeking support from the CPI and TJS. The request is in preparation for the upcoming MLC polls.

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India
infrastructure1 h ago

Meeting Held to Improve Air Cargo Volume from Coimbatore

Details developing.

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Delhi
governance1 h ago

Delhi Police Chief: Jantar Mantar Designated as Road, Not Protest Site

The Delhi Police Commissioner stated in an Supreme Court affidavit that Jantar Mantar is considered a road, not a designated protest site. The state retains the power to alter protest venues.

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Telangāna
crime1 h ago

Telangana suspends 138 medical shop licenses for illegal drug sales

Authorities in Telangana have suspended the licenses of 138 medical shops. The action was taken due to the illegal sale of habit-forming drugs.

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India
politics1 h ago

US Midterm Elections: Outcomes and Implications for Trump

The US midterm elections are underway. Initial results are anticipated on November 4, according to Indian time.

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Punjab
politics1 h ago

Rahul Gandhi Selects Sangrur for Punjab Campaign Launch

Rahul Gandhi has chosen Sangrur to begin the Congress party's Punjab campaign. The city has been a site of protests.

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Karnātaka
politics1 h ago

Karnataka High Court voids politician's appointment

The Karnataka High Court quashed an ex-MLA's appointment to a land regularization panel. Public office is not a consolation for defeated politicians, the court ruled.

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India
business economy1 h ago

MEA monitoring Bangladesh garment worker protests

The Ministry of External Affairs is monitoring protests by garment workers in Bangladesh. Workers are demanding higher pay, leading to increased paramilitary deployment.

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India
politics1 h ago

ICE Agents to Stay Away from US Midterm Polling Places

ICE agents will not monitor polling places for the US midterms. The DOJ barred them from election monitoring due to voter intimidation concerns.

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