'Let HCs Frame Service Rules For Judicial Officers'

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the murder of Canadian businessman Darshan Singh Sahsi and an attack on singer Channi Nattan's residence. These acts demonstrate defiance following Canada's designation of the group as a terrorist entity, highlighting their reach and capability to strike within the country.

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A retired Chandigarh DSP, Dilsher Singh, allegedly shot AAP functionary Nitin Nanda during a wedding dispute in Ropar, Punjab. Nanda sustained a head injury and is undergoing surgery. Police have registered an attempted murder case against Singh and two others, with a property dispute cited as the likely motive.

A new UN report warns developing nations require $310-365 billion annually by 2035 for climate adaptation, but current financing is drastically insufficient, standing at only $26 billion. This alarming gap leaves millions vulnerable to escalating climate impacts, with adaptation finance failing to keep pace with accelerating climate change.

Women empowerment takes center stage at the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade on October 31, led by two Gujarat-cadre IPS officers, Suman Nala and Simran Bharadwaj. This event, honoring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, highlights the increasing role and visibility of women in police and paramilitary forces. The officers expressed pride and shared their personal aspirations for this significant occasion.

Retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Desai has been exceptionally busy, heading six significant commissions since leaving the bench. Her recent appointments include chairing the delimitation commission for Jammu and Kashmir, drafting the Uniform Civil Code for Uttarakhand and Gujarat, and now leading the Eighth Central Pay Commission.

Despite troop disengagement from two face-off sites in Ladakh, India and China remain forward deployed for a sixth winter, with no actual de-escalation on the ground. While diplomatic efforts aim to manage tensions and maintain peace, the PLA continues its infrastructure build-up along the frontier.

Speaking at the Maritime Leaders Conclave in Mumbai, Prime Minister Modi said Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) has now become India's biggest container port. He credited this milestone to the largest-ever foreign direct investment (FDI) in India's port sector and expressed special thanks to Singapore for its partnership.

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly members urged the government to transfer hundreds of Kashmiri prisoners back to the Valley, citing concerns over their deteriorating health. Separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah's family reported his critical condition, prompting calls for humanitarian intervention and urgent medical attention for him and other detainees.

A Congress resolution for a National Law University in J&K sparked regional debate in the assembly, with NC advocating for Srinagar and BJP opposing location specifics. While the assembly unanimously supported interim arrangements, BJP later accused CM Omar Abdullah of breaching the model code of conduct for upcoming bypolls.

Law students in Srinagar found their coursework on RTI applications met with resistance. Instead of clear answers, they faced delays, redirection, and subtle pressure to drop their queries. Some received vague replies, while others saw issues resolved only after their applications were filed, highlighting a concerning pattern of official response.

And yet, every so often, we try. From Beijing to Dubai, humans have spent decades firing silver iodide into clouds, hoping to bend the weather to our will. The latest to attempt this act of atmospheric persuasion was Delhi — a city so desperate for clean air it decided to summon rain from a clear sky.

Union home minister Amit Shah launched a strong attack on the INDIA bloc in Bihar, accusing Congress and RJD leaders of dynastic politics and corruption. He asserted that the ambitions of Sonia Gandhi and Lalu Prasad Yadav to see their sons in top posts would fail, as the Prime Minister and Chief Minister positions are not vacant.

Prime Minister Modi positioned India as a global 'steady lighthouse' amidst international turmoil, highlighting its strategic autonomy and democratic strength. He emphasised the nation's expanding maritime and trade initiatives, including the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and celebrated milestones like the Vizhinjam Port's operationalisation and record cargo throughput, underscoring a transformed and efficient maritime sector.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh stated that a two-thirds majority for NDA in Bihar would be a fitting tribute to former PM Jawaharlal Nehru on his birthday, November 14, the day poll results are declared. Singh emphasised that PM Modi is building the nation Nehru envisioned, contrasting it with the RJD's 'goonda raj' and highlighting Bihar's progress under Nitish Kumar.

Delhi's ambitious cloud seeding experiment to combat pollution has sparked a political storm. The Aam Aadmi Party accused the BJP-led government of fraud, claiming no rainfall occurred despite the costly trials. Officials defended the initiative, highlighting its potential to induce rain even at low humidity, a claim AAP dismissed as a waste of public funds.

A Tamil Nadu police officer’s heartwarming rescue of a trapped puppy from a roadside pit melted hearts online. Officer Vinoth and his team used teamwork and quick thinking to save the trembling pup as its anxious mother watched. The grateful puppy’s tiny gesture of thanks turned the viral video into a powerful symbol of compassion and hope.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday and congratulated her on assuming office. He discussed the shared vision of advancing the partnership between the two countries and the leaders underscored that stronger India-Japan ties are vital for global peace, stability and prosperity.

The Supreme Court will hear an amended petition on November 24. Gitanjali Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk, challenges his detention under the National Security Act. The plea argues his detention is illegal and without due process. Wangchuk was arrested in September following violent clashes in Ladakh. The court previously allowed Angmo to amend her petition.

A Gurgaon CEO's viral post highlights a Gen Z employee's candid leave request for a breakup recovery. Jasveer Singh of Knot Dating instantly approved the request, praising the employee's unfiltered honesty. This incident sparked online discussion, with many commending the supportive workplace culture shift towards open conversations about mental well-being and emotional health.

Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi criticized Bihar's opposition alliance, predicting its collapse due to internal conflicts. He contrasted this with Prime Minister Modi's approach to coalition politics, highlighting the BJP's inclusive governance. Naqvi also accused the Congress of shrinking and being fixated on a family, while claiming the BJP has not discriminated against any community in development.