The Supreme Court is set to consider a plea for the swift restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Filed by an academician and a socio-political activist, the plea emphasizes a time-bound process, following the court's past directives after upholding Article 370's revocation.
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut raised concerns over EVM accuracy in Haryana and criticized the Supreme Court's inaction. He questioned the validity of BJP's 30-seat gain despite only a 0.6% vote difference with Congress, alleging malfunctioning and manipulation during elections.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced the renaming of government residential schools to Maharishi Valmiki Residential Schools and Raichur University to Maharishi Valmiki University, coinciding with Valmiki Jayanti. The day saw the CM paying tributes to Valmiki by garlanding his statue in front of Vidhana Soudha.
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman began her visit to Mexico focusing on enhancing trade, investment, and technology ties. She will meet political and business leaders, tour TCS headquarters, and deliver a keynote at the India-Mexico Trade and Investment Summit. Her US trip includes attending G20 and G7 meetings, financial institution discussions, and university engagements.
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya urges disciplinary action after opposition members allegedly disrupted the Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill meeting, threatened the Chairperson and a witness, and destroyed committee documents over accusations of Congress leaders' involvement in Waqf land encroachments.
Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, has proposed Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor. Justice Khanna, appointed to the Supreme Court in 2019, is set to become the 51st CJI upon government approval, serving a tenure until May 2025.
The US applauds India's cooperation in the inquiry into the alleged assassination plot against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. US officials confirmed the implicated Indian official is no longer employed. Extradited from the Czech Republic, Nikhil Gupta pleaded 'not guilty' in the US. India formed a high-level committee to address the security concerns.
India and Mauritania have signed several MoUs during President Droupadi Murmu's visit, the first by an Indian President to the African nation. Key agreements include visa exemptions, diplomatic training exchanges, Foreign Office consultations, and a cultural exchange program from 2024-2028 to strengthen bilateral ties.
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh urges the Indian government to collaborate with the opposition to protect India's international reputation amid allegations by Canadian PM Justin Trudeau about India's involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which India denies.
A new statue of the Lady of Justice at the Supreme Court replaces the traditional blindfold and sword with open eyes and the Indian Constitution, signifying an evolving justice system in India. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud aims to reflect impartial justice and modernize the judiciary, moving away from colonial legacies towards constitutional values.
Over 220 passengers from Air India's Delhi-Chicago flight, diverted to Iqaluit due to a bomb threat, finally reached their destination via a Royal Canadian Air Force Airbus A330. Authorities are tackling the surge in hoaxes, with law enforcement actively pursuing and prosecuting the culprits behind these disruptions.
India has firmly refuted Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's claims about Indian involvement in the death of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, citing the lack of hard evidence. This diplomatic spat has severely strained India-Canada relations, with both nations engaging in tit-for-tat expulsions of diplomats.
Punjab's housing and urban development department hosted a camp to provide clearance certificates to 51 real estate developers. The initiative aims to resolve pending issues in the real estate sector. The department assures transparency and efficiency in their services, with another camp planned for November. Feedback from participants was also collected during the event.
Madhya Pradesh HC grants bail to Faizal, accused of anti-national slogans, with conditions that he reports to the police station twice a month. He must salute the national flag 21 times, reciting 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' each time, until the trial concludes.
Three lives were lost on Wednesday morning in a fire at Riya Palace located in the Lokhandwala complex, Andheri (West). The blaze, which started in a 10th-floor flat, claimed the lives of Marine engineer Chander Prakash Soni, his wife Kanta, and their domestic help Ravi Bhatia. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.
Chitradurga's Renukaswamy, allegedly murdered by Kannada actor Darshan and associates, was avenged as his pregnant wife Sahana gave birth to a son, prompting the deceased's father to say, 'my son has come back.' Renukaswamy was reportedly killed for sending lewd messages to Darshan's partner. Darshan's bail plea was rejected; he moved to Karnataka HC.
In J&K's first elected government, Congress stayed out until statehood is restored, as NC's Omar Abdullah became CM. Surinder Kumar Choudhary from BJP secured the deputy CM post. The administration includes balanced representation and plans to propose statehood restoration to PM Modi.
Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump by a significant margin among South Asian voters in key US battleground states, according to a poll by the Indian American Impact Fund. South Asians support Harris on issues like abortion, economy, and crime. Efforts to mobilize over 400,000 South Asian voters are in full swing, including a $3.5 million advertising campaign.
The UK’s FCDO backs Canada amid the diplomatic row over allegations involving Indian officials in criminal activities, including the murder of separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India's response includes expelling diplomats, while the row impacts India-Canada relations with accusations lacking concrete evidence.
At MP's Barwani district hospital, a black magic practitioner was summoned to perform rituals on a snakebite victim despite medical treatment being underway. The hospital administration has issued a showcause notice to the nurse involved for not preventing the unconventional intervention. The victim, Rakesh, eventually recovered.
NCDRC orders Railways to compensate nearly Rs 4.7 lakh to a passenger for stolen luggage on the Amarkantak Express in 2017. The commission stated that Railways failed in their duty to prevent unauthorized entry into the reserved coach, dismissing their defense under Section 100 of the Railway Act.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau reiterated accusations against India for the killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, despite lacking substantial evidence. He testified before the Foreign Interference Commission, highlighting sovereignty concerns and defending separatists' freedom of expression, though Canada has not shared concrete proof with India.
A top official from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) confirmed Pakistan’s role in promoting the pro-Khalistan movement in Canada, corroborating India's claims. Despite this revelation, the Canadian government, led by PM Justin Trudeau, has not shown significant outrage, raising questions about their motives.
In the wake of Muda chairman K Marigowda's resignation over alleged site allotment irregularities, the BJP has accused Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah of being heavily involved in the scam, demanding his resignation. BJP also criticized the Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge over similar allotment issues.
Nayab Singh Saini is set to be sworn in as Haryana CM on Valmiki Jayanti, a date chosen by PM Modi symbolically acknowledging Dalit support. Home minister Amit Shah declared Saini as BJP legislature party leader, with Anil Vij’s endorsement despite previous contention over the post.
The Delhi HC has ordered Wikipedia to remove a page criticizing a prior court decision within 36 hours, deeming it 'prima facie contemptuous.' The page commented on a directive for Wikipedia to disclose user details behind alleged defamatory edits. HC noted the site's discussion of court observations compounded the contempt.
Lobbying has resumed in Haryana Congress as 31 out of 37 newly-elected MLAs gather at former CM Hooda's residence ahead of selecting their new leader. Five MLAs associated with MP Selja boycotted the meeting. The Congress is rumored to consider a non-Jat candidate for CLP leader, with calls for Panchkula MLA Chander Mohan emerging from the anti-Hooda faction.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau admitted that accusations against India in Khalistani extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing were based on weak intelligence, not solid evidence. This coincides with Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s claim of sharing information with Trudeau’s office, deepening the bilateral rift.
The Election Commission has directed 625 IAS, IPS, and IRS officers to ensure transparent implementation of the election processes in Maharastra, Jharkhand, and various bypolls. The officers, serving as observers, are instructed to remain accessible and address grievances promptly. Detailed contact information of observers will be widely publicized to enhance transparency and accountability.