Noel Tata, the half-brother of Ratan Tata, has been appointed chairman of Tata Trust following a board meeting in Mumbai today.
He succeeds Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, marking the end of an era in Indian business. Ratan Tata had not named an heir to the position.
Noel Tata has been integral to the Tata Group's growth since joining in the early 2000s. His appointment as Chairman was confirmed during a meeting of the Sir Ratan Tata Trust and the Dorabji Tata Trust. He currently serves as vice chairman of Tata Steel and Titan.
Noel Tata's mother, Simone Tata, who is Ratan Tata's stepmother, chairs several companies, including Trent, Voltas, Tata Investment Corporation, and Tata International. Tata Trust oversees the functions of all 14 Tata trusts.
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Noel Tata, Ratan Tata’s half-brother, appointed as chairman of Tata Trust
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Noel Tata appointed chairman of Tata Trust following Ratan Tata's passing
Noel Tata, the half-brother of Ratan Tata, has been appointed Chairman of Tata Trust following a board meeting in Mumbai today.
He succeeds Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, marking the end of an era in Indian business.
Ratan Tata transformed India's industrial landscape and elevated his family-owned conglomerate to global prominence. Noel Tata has been integral to the Tata Group's growth since joining in the early 2000s. His appointment as Chairman was confirmed during a meeting of the Sir Ratan Tata Trust and the Dorabji Tata Trust. He currently serves as vice chairman of Tata Steel and Titan.
Noel Tata's mother, Simone Tata, who is Ratan Tata's stepmother, chairs several companies, including Trent, Voltas, Tata Investment Corporation, and Tata International. Tata Trust oversees the functions of all 14 Tata trusts.
He succeeds Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, marking the end of an era in Indian business.
Ratan Tata transformed India's industrial landscape and elevated his family-owned conglomerate to global prominence. Noel Tata has been integral to the Tata Group's growth since joining in the early 2000s. His appointment as Chairman was confirmed during a meeting of the Sir Ratan Tata Trust and the Dorabji Tata Trust. He currently serves as vice chairman of Tata Steel and Titan.
Noel Tata's mother, Simone Tata, who is Ratan Tata's stepmother, chairs several companies, including Trent, Voltas, Tata Investment Corporation, and Tata International. Tata Trust oversees the functions of all 14 Tata trusts.
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City
Himachal Pradesh: Pro-Hindu group pushes “Sanatan Sabji Wala” placards for local vendors in Sanjauli
The Devbhoomi Sangharsh Samiti (DSS), a pro-Hindu group actively involved in the Sanjauli mosque controversy, has encouraged local vegetable vendors to display signs reading “Sanatan Sabji Wala” to promote the boycott of sellers from other states.
Members of the DSS, along with the Civil Society Group of Sanjauli, distributed these placards to vegetable vendors recently, asking them to display them at their stalls. Vikas Thapta, a member of both groups, clarified, “We distributed placards with ‘Sanatan Sabji Wala’ written on them among vegetable sellers. Nobody was forced to display the placard on his/her stall, vegetable vends, etc.”
"We distributed placards only to differentiate between local vegetable sellers in Sanjauli sitting for a long time and those who come here frequently, disturb the peace and vanish,” he added. “This is not permissible under law. One can’t be allowed to do something that promotes disharmony, division and discrimination in society. It’s a criminal offence and punishable under law,” said SP, Shimla, Sanjeev Gandhi.
Sanjauli, located 7 km from Shimla, recently witnessed violent protests on September 11, calling for the demolition of an allegedly illegal mosque in the area.
Members of the DSS, along with the Civil Society Group of Sanjauli, distributed these placards to vegetable vendors recently, asking them to display them at their stalls. Vikas Thapta, a member of both groups, clarified, “We distributed placards with ‘Sanatan Sabji Wala’ written on them among vegetable sellers. Nobody was forced to display the placard on his/her stall, vegetable vends, etc.”
"We distributed placards only to differentiate between local vegetable sellers in Sanjauli sitting for a long time and those who come here frequently, disturb the peace and vanish,” he added. “This is not permissible under law. One can’t be allowed to do something that promotes disharmony, division and discrimination in society. It’s a criminal offence and punishable under law,” said SP, Shimla, Sanjeev Gandhi.
Sanjauli, located 7 km from Shimla, recently witnessed violent protests on September 11, calling for the demolition of an allegedly illegal mosque in the area.
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Police seize 200 kg cocaine from West Delhi shop
In the second big drug haul in a week, Delhi Police has seized 208 kg of cocaine worth Rs 2,080 crore from a rented shop in west Delhi, an official said on Thursday evening.
The drugs were hidden inside plastic packets of snacks with 'Tasty Treat' and 'Chatpata Mixture' written on them. About 20-25 such packets kept in cartons were recovered from a small narrow shop in west Delhi's Ramesh Nagar area, the official said. The seizure is linked to an earlier recovery of 562 kg of drugs worth over Rs 5,000 crore from southwest Delhi's Mahipalpur, he said.
Official sources said the consignment was kept there by an Indian origin UK citizen who is now on the run. The UK citizen, who is identified by the police, managed to escape before the arrival of the team. He had taken the shop on rent a few days ago, the officer said, adding two people including the owner of the shop have been detained and questioned.
It is suspected that the UK citizen wanted to transport the drug consignment to other parts of the country but he fled after the police's previous seizure, he said.
The drugs were hidden inside plastic packets of snacks with 'Tasty Treat' and 'Chatpata Mixture' written on them. About 20-25 such packets kept in cartons were recovered from a small narrow shop in west Delhi's Ramesh Nagar area, the official said. The seizure is linked to an earlier recovery of 562 kg of drugs worth over Rs 5,000 crore from southwest Delhi's Mahipalpur, he said.
Official sources said the consignment was kept there by an Indian origin UK citizen who is now on the run. The UK citizen, who is identified by the police, managed to escape before the arrival of the team. He had taken the shop on rent a few days ago, the officer said, adding two people including the owner of the shop have been detained and questioned.
It is suspected that the UK citizen wanted to transport the drug consignment to other parts of the country but he fled after the police's previous seizure, he said.
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Crime
Pune car crash: one dead, three injured as driver arrested
A speeding luxury car collided with two two-wheelers in Pune's Mundhwa early today, resulting in one death and three injuries. The deceased was identified as 21-year-old Rauf Akbar Shaikh, a food delivery partner. The driver, Ayush Pradip Tayal, 34, was arrested on charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
According to police, Tayal was travelling in his Audi from ABC Road toward Tadi Gutta Chowk when he first struck a two-wheeler at approximately 1.30 am, injuring three riders. His car subsequently collided with another two-wheeler, severely injuring Shaikh, who later died at a private hospital in Hadapsar. Although Tayal fled the scene, police used CCTV footage to trace his vehicle's licence plate and located him at his Hadapsar home. Blood samples have been taken to determine if he was under the influence of alcohol during the incident.
A First Information Report was filed against him at the Mundhwa police station under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Section 105.
According to police, Tayal was travelling in his Audi from ABC Road toward Tadi Gutta Chowk when he first struck a two-wheeler at approximately 1.30 am, injuring three riders. His car subsequently collided with another two-wheeler, severely injuring Shaikh, who later died at a private hospital in Hadapsar. Although Tayal fled the scene, police used CCTV footage to trace his vehicle's licence plate and located him at his Hadapsar home. Blood samples have been taken to determine if he was under the influence of alcohol during the incident.
A First Information Report was filed against him at the Mundhwa police station under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Section 105.
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Diplomacy
PM Modi calls for peace in Eurasia, West Asia; says solutions to problems cannot come from battlefield
Noting that the most negatively affected countries due to ongoing conflicts in various parts of the world are those from the Global South, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today called for the restoration of peace and stability in regions such as Eurasia and West Asia as soon as possible.
Addressing the 19th East Asia Summit, Modi said solutions to problems cannot come from the battlefield. Amid increasing Chinese assertiveness in the region, the prime minister also said a free, open, inclusive, prosperous, and rules-based Indo-Pacific is crucial for the peace and progress of the entire region.
The peace, security, and stability in the South China Sea are in the interest of the entire Indo-Pacific region, Modi stressed. “We believe that maritime activities should be conducted in accordance with UNCLOS. Ensuring freedom of navigation and airspace is essential. A robust and effective Code of Conduct should be developed. And, it should not impose restrictions on the foreign policies of regional countries,” the prime minister said.
“Our approach should focus on development and not expansionism,” Modi asserted. He noted that the most negatively affected countries, due to ongoing conflicts in various parts of the world, are those from the Global South.
There is a collective desire for the restoration of peace and stability in regions such as Eurasia and West Asia as soon as possible, he said.
“I come from the land of Buddha, and I have repeatedly stated that this is not the era of war. Solutions to problems cannot come from the battlefield,” Modi said.
Addressing the 19th East Asia Summit, Modi said solutions to problems cannot come from the battlefield. Amid increasing Chinese assertiveness in the region, the prime minister also said a free, open, inclusive, prosperous, and rules-based Indo-Pacific is crucial for the peace and progress of the entire region.
The peace, security, and stability in the South China Sea are in the interest of the entire Indo-Pacific region, Modi stressed. “We believe that maritime activities should be conducted in accordance with UNCLOS. Ensuring freedom of navigation and airspace is essential. A robust and effective Code of Conduct should be developed. And, it should not impose restrictions on the foreign policies of regional countries,” the prime minister said.
“Our approach should focus on development and not expansionism,” Modi asserted. He noted that the most negatively affected countries, due to ongoing conflicts in various parts of the world, are those from the Global South.
There is a collective desire for the restoration of peace and stability in regions such as Eurasia and West Asia as soon as possible, he said.
“I come from the land of Buddha, and I have repeatedly stated that this is not the era of war. Solutions to problems cannot come from the battlefield,” Modi said.
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Election
84% of newly elected JK MLAs are crorepatis: ADR
A whopping 84% of newly elected MLAs in Jammu and Kashmir are crorepatis, a 9% increase from 2014, with average declared assets of Rs 11.43 crore, according to data compiled by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR).
The average declared assets of MLAs have more than doubled from Rs 4.56 crore a decade ago, the data showed. Jammu and Kashmir Congress president Tariq Hamid Karra and BJP leader Devender Rana are among the richest MLAs with assets worth over Rs 100 crore.
Karra, who was elected from Central Shalteng seat, has declared assets worth Rs 148 crore and is the richest MLA in Jammu and Kashmir.
According to ADR data, 76 of the 90 newly elected MLAs in Jammu and Kashmir have declared assets of more than Rs 1 crore. In 2014, only 65 of 87 legislators (75%) were crorepatis.
The average declared assets of MLAs have more than doubled from Rs 4.56 crore a decade ago, the data showed. Jammu and Kashmir Congress president Tariq Hamid Karra and BJP leader Devender Rana are among the richest MLAs with assets worth over Rs 100 crore.
Karra, who was elected from Central Shalteng seat, has declared assets worth Rs 148 crore and is the richest MLA in Jammu and Kashmir.
According to ADR data, 76 of the 90 newly elected MLAs in Jammu and Kashmir have declared assets of more than Rs 1 crore. In 2014, only 65 of 87 legislators (75%) were crorepatis.
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International
UN investigation urged into Israeli attacks on peacekeepers in Lebanon
Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on the UN today to investigate the "repeated attacks" against United Nations peacekeeping forces (UNIFIL) in southwestern Lebanon, highlighting these as potential violations of international law. This appeal followed an incident on Thursday that resulted in injuries to at least two soldiers.
“UN peacekeepers in south Lebanon have long played a critical civilian protection and humanitarian role,” said Lama Fakih, HRW’s Middle East and North Africa director. “Any targeting of UN peacekeepers by Israeli forces violates the laws of war and dangerously interferes with UNIFIL’s civilian protection and aid work,” she added.
HRW urged the UN to swiftly initiate an international investigation into the hostilities in Lebanon and Israel, emphasising the need for support from UN member countries.
The organisation stressed that investigators must be dispatched immediately to gather evidence of international law violations and make accountability recommendations.
“UN peacekeepers in south Lebanon have long played a critical civilian protection and humanitarian role,” said Lama Fakih, HRW’s Middle East and North Africa director. “Any targeting of UN peacekeepers by Israeli forces violates the laws of war and dangerously interferes with UNIFIL’s civilian protection and aid work,” she added.
HRW urged the UN to swiftly initiate an international investigation into the hostilities in Lebanon and Israel, emphasising the need for support from UN member countries.
The organisation stressed that investigators must be dispatched immediately to gather evidence of international law violations and make accountability recommendations.
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Japanese atomic bomb survivors' group wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize
Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organisation of atomic bomb survivors, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its advocacy against nuclear weapons.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee recognised the group's significant contribution to establishing a "nuclear taboo," emphasising its crucial role in promoting testimonies from survivors to highlight the horrors of nuclear warfare. Nobel Committee Chair Joergen Watne Frydnes stated that the nuclear taboo is currently "under pressure" and commended the organisation's efforts to ensure that nuclear weapons are never used again.
Founded in 1956, Nihon Hidankyo sends survivors worldwide to share personal experiences of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
The group has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize multiple times, including a special mention in 2005 by the Norwegian Nobel Committee.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee recognised the group's significant contribution to establishing a "nuclear taboo," emphasising its crucial role in promoting testimonies from survivors to highlight the horrors of nuclear warfare. Nobel Committee Chair Joergen Watne Frydnes stated that the nuclear taboo is currently "under pressure" and commended the organisation's efforts to ensure that nuclear weapons are never used again.
Founded in 1956, Nihon Hidankyo sends survivors worldwide to share personal experiences of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
The group has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize multiple times, including a special mention in 2005 by the Norwegian Nobel Committee.
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You’re coming up with all kinds of excuses: Obama calls out men hesitant to support Harris
Barack Obama made his first campaign appearance for Kamala Harris on Thursday, rallying support in Pennsylvania. At an event targeting Black voters, he specifically urged Black men to back the vice president.
Obama expressed concern about the hesitance among Black men to support Harris, noting a September NAACP poll indicating that over a quarter of Black men under 50 plan to vote for Donald Trump. “We have not yet seen the same kinds of energy and turnout in all quarters of our neighbourhoods and communities as we saw when I was running. Now, I also want to say that that seems to be more pronounced with the brothers,” Obama said.
“You’re coming up with all kinds of reasons and excuses. I’ve got a problem with that,” he said, adding, “Part of it makes me think that, well, you just aren’t feeling the idea of having a woman as president, and you’re coming up with other alternatives and reasons for that.”
Obama expressed concern about the hesitance among Black men to support Harris, noting a September NAACP poll indicating that over a quarter of Black men under 50 plan to vote for Donald Trump. “We have not yet seen the same kinds of energy and turnout in all quarters of our neighbourhoods and communities as we saw when I was running. Now, I also want to say that that seems to be more pronounced with the brothers,” Obama said.
“You’re coming up with all kinds of reasons and excuses. I’ve got a problem with that,” he said, adding, “Part of it makes me think that, well, you just aren’t feeling the idea of having a woman as president, and you’re coming up with other alternatives and reasons for that.”
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Tesla unveils autonomous Cybercab, set for 2026 production
Tesla unveiled its long-awaited robotaxi, the Cybercab, at a high-profile event at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, on Thursday.
CEO Elon Musk announced that the fully autonomous vehicle, which will not feature a steering wheel or pedals, is expected to begin production in 2026 and will retail for under $30,000. The Cybercab is vital for Tesla as Musk focuses on self-driving technology amidst growing competition from both established automakers and Chinese manufacturers.
However, Musk did not specify when the company would secure the regulatory approvals necessary to sell or operate the vehicle on public roads.
“Let’s not get nuanced here,” Musk responded when an audience member inquired about the vehicle’s availability.
CEO Elon Musk announced that the fully autonomous vehicle, which will not feature a steering wheel or pedals, is expected to begin production in 2026 and will retail for under $30,000. The Cybercab is vital for Tesla as Musk focuses on self-driving technology amidst growing competition from both established automakers and Chinese manufacturers.
However, Musk did not specify when the company would secure the regulatory approvals necessary to sell or operate the vehicle on public roads.
“Let’s not get nuanced here,” Musk responded when an audience member inquired about the vehicle’s availability.
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Israeli strikes kill 22 in Beirut in one of deadliest attacks; Hezbollah official survives
Israeli airstrikes in central Beirut killed 22 people and left over 100 injured on Thursday, according to Lebanese officials, marking one of the deadliest attacks of the ongoing conflict.
Security sources revealed that senior Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa narrowly escaped an Israeli assassination attempt during the strikes. Safa, head of Hezbollah’s liaison unit with Lebanese security agencies, was a key target in the attack. In southern Lebanon, two UN peacekeepers were injured when an Israeli tank fired on a watchtower at the UN’s headquarters in Naqoura, prompting concerns over the increasing risks faced by UN personnel.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah erupted a year ago when Hezbollah backed Hamas in the Gaza war, leading to escalating violence in recent weeks, including Israeli bombardments of Beirut's suburbs, the Bekaa Valley, and southern Lebanon. Many top Hezbollah leaders have been killed in the Israeli strikes.
Security sources revealed that senior Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa narrowly escaped an Israeli assassination attempt during the strikes. Safa, head of Hezbollah’s liaison unit with Lebanese security agencies, was a key target in the attack. In southern Lebanon, two UN peacekeepers were injured when an Israeli tank fired on a watchtower at the UN’s headquarters in Naqoura, prompting concerns over the increasing risks faced by UN personnel.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah erupted a year ago when Hezbollah backed Hamas in the Gaza war, leading to escalating violence in recent weeks, including Israeli bombardments of Beirut's suburbs, the Bekaa Valley, and southern Lebanon. Many top Hezbollah leaders have been killed in the Israeli strikes.
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Gulf states urge US to prevent Israeli strikes on Iran’s oil facilities
Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, are pressing the US to prevent Israel from targeting Iran's oil facilities, fearing retaliation from Tehran's proxies could endanger their own oil infrastructure, three Gulf sources told Reuters.
In an effort to avoid being drawn into the conflict, these states are also refusing to allow Israel to use their airspace for any attacks on Iran, which has been communicated to Washington, the sources said. Israel recently vowed that Iran would face consequences for a missile strike, while Tehran has warned of "vast destruction" in response to any retaliation, raising fears of a broader regional war that could involve the US.
These actions follow diplomatic overtures by Iran, seeking to persuade its Sunni Gulf neighbours to leverage their influence in Washington, as concerns grow that Israel may target Iran's oil production sites.
In an effort to avoid being drawn into the conflict, these states are also refusing to allow Israel to use their airspace for any attacks on Iran, which has been communicated to Washington, the sources said. Israel recently vowed that Iran would face consequences for a missile strike, while Tehran has warned of "vast destruction" in response to any retaliation, raising fears of a broader regional war that could involve the US.
These actions follow diplomatic overtures by Iran, seeking to persuade its Sunni Gulf neighbours to leverage their influence in Washington, as concerns grow that Israel may target Iran's oil production sites.
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20 killed in gun attack on miners in Pakistan
At least 20 miners were killed and eight others were injured early today when unidentified armed men attacked their coal mines in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province.
The incident occurred in the Dukki area of the province, Dunya News reported.
The attack is the latest in a string of violence in Pakistan. It comes less ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's summit to be held in the national capital. According to District Chairman Dukki Haji Khair Ullah Nasir, the attackers used hand grenades and rocket launchers in the attack. He said that there are ten coal mines located in the area.
Nasir said that the attackers also set ablaze mining machinery before fleeing the scene.
At least 20 miners were killed and eight others were wounded. Police, paramilitary Frontier Corps (FC) and rescue teams rushed to the spot after the attack.
Police sources said that the death toll may rise as some injured minors were in critical condition.
The incident occurred in the Dukki area of the province, Dunya News reported.
The attack is the latest in a string of violence in Pakistan. It comes less ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's summit to be held in the national capital. According to District Chairman Dukki Haji Khair Ullah Nasir, the attackers used hand grenades and rocket launchers in the attack. He said that there are ten coal mines located in the area.
Nasir said that the attackers also set ablaze mining machinery before fleeing the scene.
At least 20 miners were killed and eight others were wounded. Police, paramilitary Frontier Corps (FC) and rescue teams rushed to the spot after the attack.
Police sources said that the death toll may rise as some injured minors were in critical condition.
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South Koreans flock to buy Han Kang's books after Nobel Literature win
South Koreans rushed to bookstores and crashed websites today to buy works by novelist Han Kang, following her surprise win of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature.
Han, the first South Korean to receive this honour, sparked a surge in demand, with Kyobo Book Centre, the country’s largest bookstore chain, reporting that her books sold out rapidly. A visitor to a Seoul bookstore said, "I was amazed. It's rare for a Korean-language writer to win such a prestigious award." Online bookstores also experienced overwhelming traffic, causing temporary site outages. Nine of Kyobo's top 10 bestsellers are Han’s works.
Han’s father, prominent author Han Seung-won, attributed her international success to the translation of her novel ‘The Vegetarian’, which won the Man Booker International Prize in 2016, paving the way for her Nobel win.
Han, the first South Korean to receive this honour, sparked a surge in demand, with Kyobo Book Centre, the country’s largest bookstore chain, reporting that her books sold out rapidly. A visitor to a Seoul bookstore said, "I was amazed. It's rare for a Korean-language writer to win such a prestigious award." Online bookstores also experienced overwhelming traffic, causing temporary site outages. Nine of Kyobo's top 10 bestsellers are Han’s works.
Han’s father, prominent author Han Seung-won, attributed her international success to the translation of her novel ‘The Vegetarian’, which won the Man Booker International Prize in 2016, paving the way for her Nobel win.
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Goddess Kali crown gifted my PM Modi stolen from Bangladesh's Jeshoreshwari temple
A crown gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Jeshoreshwari Kali temple in Bangladesh has been stolen, local authorities confirmed. The silver and gold-plated crown was presented during Modi's visit to the temple in Satkhira's Shyamnagar in March 2021.
The theft occurred around 2 pm on Thursday, shortly after temple priest Dilip Mukherjee left the premises following the day’s worship. Cleaning staff later discovered the crown missing from the deity's head, according to Bangladeshi media. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage to identify the culprit. "We are reviewing the temple's CCTV footage to identify the thief," said Inspector Taizul Islam of Shyamnagar Police Station.
The Jeshoreshwari Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, revered across India and neighbouring countries, with "Jeshoreshwari" meaning "Goddess of Jeshore."
The theft occurred around 2 pm on Thursday, shortly after temple priest Dilip Mukherjee left the premises following the day’s worship. Cleaning staff later discovered the crown missing from the deity's head, according to Bangladeshi media. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage to identify the culprit. "We are reviewing the temple's CCTV footage to identify the thief," said Inspector Taizul Islam of Shyamnagar Police Station.
The Jeshoreshwari Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, revered across India and neighbouring countries, with "Jeshoreshwari" meaning "Goddess of Jeshore."
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Israeli forces fire on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon have accused Israeli forces of firing at some of their positions, as Israel expands its attacks throughout Lebanon.
“This morning, two peacekeepers were injured after an IDF Merkava tank fired its weapon toward an observation tower at UNIFIL’s headquarters in Naqoura, directly hitting it and causing them to fall,” the UN Mission said in a statement.
“The injuries are fortunately, this time, not serious, but they remain in hospital.” Despite this the UN peacekeepers are determined to remain at their posts in southern Lebanon, the force's spokesperson said on Thursday.
"Definitely, this is probably one of the most serious events or incidents that we've been witnessing in the last 12 months," Andrea Tenenti, the spokesperson said in an interview, referring to exchanges of fire between Israeli troops and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.
"We are there because the (U.N.) Security Council has asked us to be there. So we are staying until the situation becomes impossible for us to operate," Tenenti said.
“This morning, two peacekeepers were injured after an IDF Merkava tank fired its weapon toward an observation tower at UNIFIL’s headquarters in Naqoura, directly hitting it and causing them to fall,” the UN Mission said in a statement.
“The injuries are fortunately, this time, not serious, but they remain in hospital.” Despite this the UN peacekeepers are determined to remain at their posts in southern Lebanon, the force's spokesperson said on Thursday.
"Definitely, this is probably one of the most serious events or incidents that we've been witnessing in the last 12 months," Andrea Tenenti, the spokesperson said in an interview, referring to exchanges of fire between Israeli troops and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.
"We are there because the (U.N.) Security Council has asked us to be there. So we are staying until the situation becomes impossible for us to operate," Tenenti said.
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Donald Trump promises reciprocal tax on India if re-elected in 2024
Vowing to introduce a reciprocal tax if elected to power, former US president Donald Trump on Thursday alleged that India, among all major countries, imposes the highest tariffs on foreign products.
“Perhaps the most important element of my plan to make America extraordinarily wealthy again is reciprocity. It's a word that's very important in my plan because we generally don't charge tariffs. I started that process, it was so great, with the vans and the small trucks, etc. We really don't charge. China will charge us a 200% tariff. Brazil is a big charger. The biggest charger of all is India,” Trump said in a major economic policy speech in Detroit. “India is a very big charger. We have a great relationship with India. I did. And especially the leader, Modi. He's a great leader. Great man. Really is a great man. He's brought it together. He's done a great job. But they probably charge as much,” he said.
“I mean, I think they probably charge more than, in many ways, China. But they do it with a smile..They said, thank you so much for purchasing from India," Trump told the members of the Detroit Economic Club. "Harley Davidson came to the White House a long time ago during my third year or second year. I met with them. They were based in Wisconsin. I said, how's business? Good, good. What are the bad countries? Well, India is very tough… Why? Tariffs… they said like 150%, some massive amount,” he added.
Thursday's remarks by Trump come following his praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this week. Trump described Modi as “the nicest human being”, saying the Indian leader is “a friend of mine”.
“Perhaps the most important element of my plan to make America extraordinarily wealthy again is reciprocity. It's a word that's very important in my plan because we generally don't charge tariffs. I started that process, it was so great, with the vans and the small trucks, etc. We really don't charge. China will charge us a 200% tariff. Brazil is a big charger. The biggest charger of all is India,” Trump said in a major economic policy speech in Detroit. “India is a very big charger. We have a great relationship with India. I did. And especially the leader, Modi. He's a great leader. Great man. Really is a great man. He's brought it together. He's done a great job. But they probably charge as much,” he said.
“I mean, I think they probably charge more than, in many ways, China. But they do it with a smile..They said, thank you so much for purchasing from India," Trump told the members of the Detroit Economic Club. "Harley Davidson came to the White House a long time ago during my third year or second year. I met with them. They were based in Wisconsin. I said, how's business? Good, good. What are the bad countries? Well, India is very tough… Why? Tariffs… they said like 150%, some massive amount,” he added.
Thursday's remarks by Trump come following his praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this week. Trump described Modi as “the nicest human being”, saying the Indian leader is “a friend of mine”.
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At least 10 dead in Florida but Hurricane Milton not as bad as feared
Hurricane Milton smashed through the Atlantic Ocean on Thursday after cutting a destructive path across Florida that spawned tornadoes, killed at least 10 people and left millions without power, but the storm did not trigger the catastrophic surge of seawater that was feared.
US Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said at a White House briefing that around 10 deaths were reported thus far, adding it appeared they were caused by tornados. At least 27 twisters touched down in Florida, he said. Arriving just two weeks after Hurricane Helene, the system also knocked out power to more than 3 million customers, flooded barrier islands, tore the roof off a baseball stadium and toppled a construction crane.
However, Governor Ron DeSantis said the state had avoided the "worst-case scenario," though he cautioned the damage was still significant and flooding remained a concern.
US Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said at a White House briefing that around 10 deaths were reported thus far, adding it appeared they were caused by tornados. At least 27 twisters touched down in Florida, he said. Arriving just two weeks after Hurricane Helene, the system also knocked out power to more than 3 million customers, flooded barrier islands, tore the roof off a baseball stadium and toppled a construction crane.
However, Governor Ron DeSantis said the state had avoided the "worst-case scenario," though he cautioned the damage was still significant and flooding remained a concern.
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Legal
Trigger warning: Mention of sexual harassment
Indefinite expulsion equals 'academic death': Bombay High Court on student guilty of sexual harassment
Trigger warning: Mention of sexual harassment
The Bombay High Court addressed a plea from a final-year law student at Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) who challenged his expulsion after being found guilty of repeated sexual harassment by the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
On Thursday, the court expressed concern that the student's indefinite expulsion would equate to "academic death." Justices Atul Chandurkar and Rajesh Patil noted that sending the case back to the Vice Chancellor would only prolong the litigation, distracting both the petitioner and the complainant from their studies.
"An order of expulsion for an indefinite and unspecified period would be harsh, resulting in 'academic death' of 'X' (the petitioner)," the bench stated, emphasising that it would prevent him from completing his BA LLB (Honours) degree. Despite the expulsion, the Vice Chancellor has allowed the student to sit for his ninth and tenth-semester exams but has withheld his results pending the outcome of the case.
Represented by senior advocate Mihir Desai, the petitioner challenged the MNLU Vice Chancellor’s June 21, 2024, order, claiming the investigation process was 'flawed, biased and violated the principles of natural justice.' He also highlighted his strong academic record as a factor in his appeal.
The Bombay High Court addressed a plea from a final-year law student at Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) who challenged his expulsion after being found guilty of repeated sexual harassment by the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
On Thursday, the court expressed concern that the student's indefinite expulsion would equate to "academic death." Justices Atul Chandurkar and Rajesh Patil noted that sending the case back to the Vice Chancellor would only prolong the litigation, distracting both the petitioner and the complainant from their studies.
"An order of expulsion for an indefinite and unspecified period would be harsh, resulting in 'academic death' of 'X' (the petitioner)," the bench stated, emphasising that it would prevent him from completing his BA LLB (Honours) degree. Despite the expulsion, the Vice Chancellor has allowed the student to sit for his ninth and tenth-semester exams but has withheld his results pending the outcome of the case.
Represented by senior advocate Mihir Desai, the petitioner challenged the MNLU Vice Chancellor’s June 21, 2024, order, claiming the investigation process was 'flawed, biased and violated the principles of natural justice.' He also highlighted his strong academic record as a factor in his appeal.
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Markets
Markets settle lower ahead of key macro data; Sensex falls 230 points
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower today, dragged by selling in banking, utility and financial stocks as investors turned cautious ahead of key macro data.
Besides, a mixed trend in global equity markets and unabated foreign fund outflows also hit investors' sentiment, traders said. The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 230.05 points or 0.28% to close at 81,381.36. During the day, it declined 307.26 points or 0.37% to a low of 81,304.15.
The NSE Nifty slipped 34.20 points or 0.14% to 24,964.25. It hit an intraday low of 24,920.05.
From the Sensex pack, Tata Consultancy Services, Mahindra & Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Maruti Suzuki India, Power Grid, Axis Bank and Adani Ports & Special Economic Zones were among the laggards. The government is scheduled to release IIP data later in the day.
On the other hand, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, JSW Steel, Hindustan Unilever, Infosys and Titan were among the gainers.
Besides, a mixed trend in global equity markets and unabated foreign fund outflows also hit investors' sentiment, traders said. The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 230.05 points or 0.28% to close at 81,381.36. During the day, it declined 307.26 points or 0.37% to a low of 81,304.15.
The NSE Nifty slipped 34.20 points or 0.14% to 24,964.25. It hit an intraday low of 24,920.05.
From the Sensex pack, Tata Consultancy Services, Mahindra & Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Maruti Suzuki India, Power Grid, Axis Bank and Adani Ports & Special Economic Zones were among the laggards. The government is scheduled to release IIP data later in the day.
On the other hand, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, JSW Steel, Hindustan Unilever, Infosys and Titan were among the gainers.
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Markets fall in early trade
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell in early trade today amid volatility and mixed trends in global markets.
The 30-share BSE Sensex opened on a negative note and slipped 62.90 points, or 0.08%, to 81,548.51 in early trade. Showing a similar trend, the broader Nifty fell 64.1 points to 24,934.35. From the 30 Sensex pack, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Asian Paints, Power Grid, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, ICICI Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the laggards.
Tata Steel, HCL Technologies, JSW Steel, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Tata Motors, Titan, Tech Mahindra, and State Bank of India were among the gainers. In Asian markets, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Seoul were trading higher whereas Shanghai was quoting in the negative territory. US markets ended lower in overnight deals on Thursday.
Global oil benchmark Brent Crude decreased 0.33% to USD 79.14 a barrel.
The 30-share BSE Sensex opened on a negative note and slipped 62.90 points, or 0.08%, to 81,548.51 in early trade. Showing a similar trend, the broader Nifty fell 64.1 points to 24,934.35. From the 30 Sensex pack, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Asian Paints, Power Grid, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, ICICI Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the laggards.
Tata Steel, HCL Technologies, JSW Steel, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Tata Motors, Titan, Tech Mahindra, and State Bank of India were among the gainers. In Asian markets, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Seoul were trading higher whereas Shanghai was quoting in the negative territory. US markets ended lower in overnight deals on Thursday.
Global oil benchmark Brent Crude decreased 0.33% to USD 79.14 a barrel.
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Two Agniveers killed as shell explodes during firing practice in Nashik
Two Agniveers were killed when a shell from an Indian field gun exploded during firing practice at the Artillery Centre in Maharashtra's Nashik district, police said today.
The incident occurred at the Artillery Centre in the Nashik Road area on Thursday afternoon, an official said.
Agniveers Gohil Vishwaraj Singh (20) and Saifat Shit (21) were killed in the blast, he said. A team of Agniveers was firing an Indian field gun when one of the shells exploded. The duo sustained injuries and were taken to MH Hospital, Deolali, where they were pronounced dead, the official said.
Based on a complaint by Havildar Ajit Kumar, a case of accidental death has been registered with the Deolali Camp police, and further investigations are on, he said.
The incident occurred at the Artillery Centre in the Nashik Road area on Thursday afternoon, an official said.
Agniveers Gohil Vishwaraj Singh (20) and Saifat Shit (21) were killed in the blast, he said. A team of Agniveers was firing an Indian field gun when one of the shells exploded. The duo sustained injuries and were taken to MH Hospital, Deolali, where they were pronounced dead, the official said.
Based on a complaint by Havildar Ajit Kumar, a case of accidental death has been registered with the Deolali Camp police, and further investigations are on, he said.
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RG Kar impasse: Doctors' body writes to Mamata, urges her to address grievances of junior medics
An association of doctors has written to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, urging her to address the grievances of junior medics who have been protesting over the rape and murder of their colleague at the state-run RG Kar hospital.
The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA), in a statement issued on Thursday, has said that it would declare a nationwide "complete shutdown of medical services" in case "any harm befalls brave junior doctors" who have been on fast unto death at Kolkata's Esplanade area. "We are extremely concerned about the deteriorating health conditions of the junior doctors while visuals emerge on social media of you engaging in festivities, ignoring their pleas. We urge you to understand the gravity of the situation, acknowledge the importance and take immediate and decisive action to address their grievances, as time is running out," the statement said. The doctors' body also stated that they were getting ready to initiate a "complete shutdown" in case the Bengal CM "fails to ensure a safe and secure working environment" for healthcare professionals.
"We want to let you know that if any harm befalls these brave junior doctors due to the state’s inaction, FAIMA and RDAs (Resident Doctors Associations) across the country will have no choice but to declare a complete shutdown of medical services across India," the FAIMA said.
The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA), in a statement issued on Thursday, has said that it would declare a nationwide "complete shutdown of medical services" in case "any harm befalls brave junior doctors" who have been on fast unto death at Kolkata's Esplanade area. "We are extremely concerned about the deteriorating health conditions of the junior doctors while visuals emerge on social media of you engaging in festivities, ignoring their pleas. We urge you to understand the gravity of the situation, acknowledge the importance and take immediate and decisive action to address their grievances, as time is running out," the statement said. The doctors' body also stated that they were getting ready to initiate a "complete shutdown" in case the Bengal CM "fails to ensure a safe and secure working environment" for healthcare professionals.
"We want to let you know that if any harm befalls these brave junior doctors due to the state’s inaction, FAIMA and RDAs (Resident Doctors Associations) across the country will have no choice but to declare a complete shutdown of medical services across India," the FAIMA said.
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Concerned at deteriorating situation along Blue Line: MEA on West Asia conflict
India said today that it was "concerned" at the "deteriorating" security situation in parts of West Asia, amid reports that United Nations peacekeepers have been caught in the intensified fighting in southern Lebanon.
In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs also said New Delhi continues to monitor the situation closely.
"We are concerned at the deteriorating security situation along the Blue Line. We continue to monitor the situation closely," the MEA said. The 120-km Blue Line is a United Nations-recognised demarcation line to indicate that Israel has withdrawn its military from southern Lebanon. It separates Lebanon from Israel and the Golan Heights, but it is not an official international border.
"Inviolability of UN premises must be respected by all, and appropriate measures taken to ensure the safety of UN peacekeepers and the sanctity of their mandate," the MEA said in its statement.
In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs also said New Delhi continues to monitor the situation closely.
"We are concerned at the deteriorating security situation along the Blue Line. We continue to monitor the situation closely," the MEA said. The 120-km Blue Line is a United Nations-recognised demarcation line to indicate that Israel has withdrawn its military from southern Lebanon. It separates Lebanon from Israel and the Golan Heights, but it is not an official international border.
"Inviolability of UN premises must be respected by all, and appropriate measures taken to ensure the safety of UN peacekeepers and the sanctity of their mandate," the MEA said in its statement.
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Around 150 militants waiting at launchpads across LoC: BSF officer
Around 150 militants are waiting at launchpads across the Line of Control (LoC) to infiltrate into the Kashmir valley as winter approaches, but security forces would foil any such bid, a senior BSF officer said today.
"Attempts of infiltration continue to take place. Based on the intelligence inputs we receive from various agencies, we coordinate with the army to establish a domination plan along the border. "We also keep in mind the number of terrorists at the launching pads, which helps us shape our strategy and domination plan to ensure we foil any plans," BSF Inspector General (Kashmir Frontier) Ashok Yadav told reporters here.
He said the security forces would ensure any infiltration attempt is thwarted. Asked how many militants were waiting at terror launchpads now, he said, "The number of terrorists at the launching pads usually varies between 130 and 150, at times it may be slightly higher."
On the challenges after conducting peaceful assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Yadav said the security forces coordinated closely with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the administration to ensure fair and peaceful polls.
"Attempts of infiltration continue to take place. Based on the intelligence inputs we receive from various agencies, we coordinate with the army to establish a domination plan along the border. "We also keep in mind the number of terrorists at the launching pads, which helps us shape our strategy and domination plan to ensure we foil any plans," BSF Inspector General (Kashmir Frontier) Ashok Yadav told reporters here.
He said the security forces would ensure any infiltration attempt is thwarted. Asked how many militants were waiting at terror launchpads now, he said, "The number of terrorists at the launching pads usually varies between 130 and 150, at times it may be slightly higher."
On the challenges after conducting peaceful assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Yadav said the security forces coordinated closely with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the administration to ensure fair and peaceful polls.
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Coast Guard commandant’s remains found a month After helicopter crash in Arabian Sea
The mortal remains of Indian Coast Guard Commandant Rakesh Kumar Rana, who was piloting a rescue helicopter that crashed in the Arabian Sea on September 2, were recovered on Thursday about 55 km southwest of Porbandar, raising the death toll from the incident to three.
In a statement, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) reported extensive search efforts involving the Navy and other stakeholders, with over 70 air sorties and 82 ship days dedicated to locating Rana. “It is intimated with much regret that the mortal remains of the brave soul have been retrieved from sea on October 10, 2024, approximately 55 km southwest of Porbandar. The mortal remains will be cremated as per service traditions and honour,” the ICG said.
The ICG ALH MK-III helicopter crashed around 11:15 pm while on a mission to evacuate a seriously injured crew member from the oil tanker Hari Leela. During the search and rescue operation, one crew member was rescued, while the bodies of Commandant Vipin Babu and Pradhan Navik Karan Singh were recovered the following day. The mission aimed to assist the second engineer, Vinod Kumar, 31, aboard the oil tanker.
In a statement, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) reported extensive search efforts involving the Navy and other stakeholders, with over 70 air sorties and 82 ship days dedicated to locating Rana. “It is intimated with much regret that the mortal remains of the brave soul have been retrieved from sea on October 10, 2024, approximately 55 km southwest of Porbandar. The mortal remains will be cremated as per service traditions and honour,” the ICG said.
The ICG ALH MK-III helicopter crashed around 11:15 pm while on a mission to evacuate a seriously injured crew member from the oil tanker Hari Leela. During the search and rescue operation, one crew member was rescued, while the bodies of Commandant Vipin Babu and Pradhan Navik Karan Singh were recovered the following day. The mission aimed to assist the second engineer, Vinod Kumar, 31, aboard the oil tanker.
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IMA urges West Bengal CM to address junior doctors' hunger strike concerns
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Thursday urged West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to initiate a dialogue with junior doctors who have commenced a hunger strike, emphasising the need for "immediate attention" to "save their lives."
The IMA voiced its support for the doctors' demands in a letter penned by Honorary Secretary General Anilkumar J Nayak and National President RV Asokan. “It (has) almost (been) a week since the young doctors of Bengal (started their) fast onto death… The Government of West Bengal is entirely capable of meeting all the demands. Peaceful ambience and security are not a luxury. They are a prerequisite. We appeal to your good self to settle the issues with the young generation doctors as an elder and the Head of the Government,” the letter stated.
It also expressed concern from the entire medical fraternity and offered the assistance of IMA officers, urging the Chief Minister to act decisively to protect the lives of the striking doctors. A copy of the letter was also sent to the President and Secretary of the IMA's West Bengal chapter, Dilip Kumar Dutta and Santanu Sen.
The IMA voiced its support for the doctors' demands in a letter penned by Honorary Secretary General Anilkumar J Nayak and National President RV Asokan. “It (has) almost (been) a week since the young doctors of Bengal (started their) fast onto death… The Government of West Bengal is entirely capable of meeting all the demands. Peaceful ambience and security are not a luxury. They are a prerequisite. We appeal to your good self to settle the issues with the young generation doctors as an elder and the Head of the Government,” the letter stated.
It also expressed concern from the entire medical fraternity and offered the assistance of IMA officers, urging the Chief Minister to act decisively to protect the lives of the striking doctors. A copy of the letter was also sent to the President and Secretary of the IMA's West Bengal chapter, Dilip Kumar Dutta and Santanu Sen.
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Mahadev app promoter Chandrakar may be extradited to India soon
Sourabh Chandrakar, one of the main promoters of the Mahadev betting app, is expected to be brought to India soon following his recent formal arrest in Dubai on the basis of an Interpol-issued arrest warrant in a money laundering and fraud case, official sources said today.
Chandrakar along with another promoter of the app, Ravi Uppal was detained and put under "house arrest" in that country late last year following the ED's request for the issuance of a Red Notice (RN) against them. An RN is issued by the Interpol.
Sources said Chandrakar is expected to be either extradited or deported to India over the next few days after he was formally placed under arrest in Dubai recently.
The ED is in the process of sending relevant documents for his extradition to Dubai authorities following which a competent court there will be approached, they said.
Chandrakar along with another promoter of the app, Ravi Uppal was detained and put under "house arrest" in that country late last year following the ED's request for the issuance of a Red Notice (RN) against them. An RN is issued by the Interpol.
Sources said Chandrakar is expected to be either extradited or deported to India over the next few days after he was formally placed under arrest in Dubai recently.
The ED is in the process of sending relevant documents for his extradition to Dubai authorities following which a competent court there will be approached, they said.
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Details on CAA beneficiaries not readily available: Home Ministry
The Union Home Ministry has said the information on applicants who became Indian citizens under the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019 (CAA) is not readily available, while responding to an RTI application filed by ‘The Hindu’.
The reply, dated October 3, added that the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) “is not required to create or compile the information for supplying to the applicant under the RTI Act, 2005.” The RTI application sought to know the total number of applications received on the portal indiancitizenshiponline.nic.in, total number of persons who received citizenship under CAA and the number of applications that are pending.
The reply, dated October 3, added that the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) “is not required to create or compile the information for supplying to the applicant under the RTI Act, 2005.” The RTI application sought to know the total number of applications received on the portal indiancitizenshiponline.nic.in, total number of persons who received citizenship under CAA and the number of applications that are pending.
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Centre asks automotive research body to probe Ola Electric’s alleged consumer rights violations
The Central Ministry of Heavy Industries directed the Automotive Research Association of India, a vehicle testing agency operating under it, to look into allegations of consumer rights violations by Ola Electric, according to ‘Times of India’.
The government’s action comes soon after the Central Consumer Protection Authority also slapped a show cause notice on the firm for alleged violations of consumer rights, misleading advertising and unfair trade practices. The EV scooter manufacturer is a beneficiary of at least two Union government’s incentive schemes for electric vehicle manufacturing and adoption.
The ministry noted that under the two incentive schemes, every vehicle manufacturer must have enough service centres that can adequately address customer concerns. The benefactory companies are supposed to offer warranties as part of these programs. Union Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare told ‘Times of India’ that Ola Electric had failed to address complaints that had been registered with the National Consumer Helpline of the Central Consumer Protection Authority as much as one year ago.
The government’s action comes soon after the Central Consumer Protection Authority also slapped a show cause notice on the firm for alleged violations of consumer rights, misleading advertising and unfair trade practices. The EV scooter manufacturer is a beneficiary of at least two Union government’s incentive schemes for electric vehicle manufacturing and adoption.
The ministry noted that under the two incentive schemes, every vehicle manufacturer must have enough service centres that can adequately address customer concerns. The benefactory companies are supposed to offer warranties as part of these programs. Union Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare told ‘Times of India’ that Ola Electric had failed to address complaints that had been registered with the National Consumer Helpline of the Central Consumer Protection Authority as much as one year ago.
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Means to harass: News associations on journalist Mahesh Langa’s police remand
Media organisations on Thursday expressed concern over the arrest and ten-day custody of journalist Mahesh Langa by the Ahmedabad Crime Branch, terming his interrogation a "procedural overreach".
In a joint statement, Press Club of India, Delhi Union of Journalists, Indian Women's Press Corps and Press Association said his questioning was "perhaps" a means to harass an individual whose name doesn't even feature in the primary FIR. Langa, arrested for his alleged involvement in a GST evasion case, is a "well- known and fearless journalist" with a career of employment in many reputed publications. "His reports on developments related to Gujarat have been widely appreciated," the press bodies said.
They said, according to available details, Langa is neither the director nor a promoter of the company that finds mention in the FIR, and no transaction and signature was found in his name. "Even as the law should be allowed to take its own course, we feel that the custodial interrogation of Mahesh Langa is a procedural overreach and perhaps a means to harass an individual whose name doesn't even feature in the primary FIR," they said.
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch on Tuesday arrested Langa, a senior journalist with ‘The Hindu’ in Gujarat. On Monday, the city Crime Branch registered an FIR against several persons and entities after getting a complaint from central GST over an alleged scam involving shell firms set up to defraud the government through bogus input tax credit and fraudulent transactions, a release by the Crime Branch said.
In a joint statement, Press Club of India, Delhi Union of Journalists, Indian Women's Press Corps and Press Association said his questioning was "perhaps" a means to harass an individual whose name doesn't even feature in the primary FIR. Langa, arrested for his alleged involvement in a GST evasion case, is a "well- known and fearless journalist" with a career of employment in many reputed publications. "His reports on developments related to Gujarat have been widely appreciated," the press bodies said.
They said, according to available details, Langa is neither the director nor a promoter of the company that finds mention in the FIR, and no transaction and signature was found in his name. "Even as the law should be allowed to take its own course, we feel that the custodial interrogation of Mahesh Langa is a procedural overreach and perhaps a means to harass an individual whose name doesn't even feature in the primary FIR," they said.
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch on Tuesday arrested Langa, a senior journalist with ‘The Hindu’ in Gujarat. On Monday, the city Crime Branch registered an FIR against several persons and entities after getting a complaint from central GST over an alleged scam involving shell firms set up to defraud the government through bogus input tax credit and fraudulent transactions, a release by the Crime Branch said.
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End of an era: Ratan Tata cremated with full state honours in Mumbai
The final rites of renowned industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata were performed with full state honours at a central Mumbai crematorium this evening. The Mumbai police paid tribute to Tata with a gun salute.
The industry titan's family members, including the half-brother Noel Tata, and top executives from the Tata Group like chairman N Chandrasekaran, were present at the crematorium in Worli. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, his cabinet colleague Piyush Goyal, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputy Devendra Fadnavis, Congress leader and former CM Sushilkumar Shinde, among others, were also present.
The last rites were performed as per the Parsi tradition, one of the priests present at the crematorium said. After the funeral, there will be three more days of rituals which will be conducted at the late industrialist's bungalow in Colaba, south Mumbai, he said.
The industry titan's family members, including the half-brother Noel Tata, and top executives from the Tata Group like chairman N Chandrasekaran, were present at the crematorium in Worli. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, his cabinet colleague Piyush Goyal, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputy Devendra Fadnavis, Congress leader and former CM Sushilkumar Shinde, among others, were also present.
The last rites were performed as per the Parsi tradition, one of the priests present at the crematorium said. After the funeral, there will be three more days of rituals which will be conducted at the late industrialist's bungalow in Colaba, south Mumbai, he said.
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Politics
BJP claims I.N.D.I.A bloc considering making LoP post-rotational, experts suggest it’s not possible
The BJP today claimed the opposition I.N.D.I.A bloc constituents are considering making the Leader of Opposition's post in the Lok Sabha rotational and said they should go ahead with such a decision if they feel Rahul Gandhi is not able to fulfil his responsibility with dedication.
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj said there are many leaders in the opposition parties who are “capable” of handling the work of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) but it is up to them to decide as it is their “internal matter”. Though there was no word from the opposition parties on the BJP’s claim till the filing of this report, experts said that only an MP from the single largest party in the opposition with at least 10% of seats can be appointed as the LoP.
Gandhi was appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha with the Congress being the single largest opposition party in the House. The BJP MP’s remarks came after she was asked to comment on talks about the opposition parties considering making the Leader of Opposition's post rotational in the Lok Sabha.
“Yes, absolutely. I have also heard that there is talk of making the post of Leader of Opposition rotational. But I would politely say that this is an internal matter of the opposition,” Swaraj told a press conference at the party headquarters in New Adelhi while replying to the media query.
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj said there are many leaders in the opposition parties who are “capable” of handling the work of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) but it is up to them to decide as it is their “internal matter”. Though there was no word from the opposition parties on the BJP’s claim till the filing of this report, experts said that only an MP from the single largest party in the opposition with at least 10% of seats can be appointed as the LoP.
Gandhi was appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha with the Congress being the single largest opposition party in the House. The BJP MP’s remarks came after she was asked to comment on talks about the opposition parties considering making the Leader of Opposition's post rotational in the Lok Sabha.
“Yes, absolutely. I have also heard that there is talk of making the post of Leader of Opposition rotational. But I would politely say that this is an internal matter of the opposition,” Swaraj told a press conference at the party headquarters in New Adelhi while replying to the media query.
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Four independent MLAs back Omar Abdullah’s NC; form majority in the Assembly
Four Independent MLAs announced their support for the National Conference (NC) on Thursday, allowing the party to surpass the majority threshold in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly.
Omar Abdullah noted that four out of seven Independent MLAs have allied with the NC, increasing its strength to 46 members. The NC emerged as the single-largest party in the recent assembly elections, securing 42 seats. Combined with its coalition partners, Congress and CPI(M), who won six and one seat, respectively, the NC now holds a clear majority. Abdullah stated that the immediate priority for the NC-Congress government will be passing a resolution to restore Jammu and Kashmir's statehood.
Meanwhile, Congress MLAs will convene today in Srinagar under JKPCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra to elect the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party, with the selected candidate pending final approval from the party’s high command.
Omar Abdullah noted that four out of seven Independent MLAs have allied with the NC, increasing its strength to 46 members. The NC emerged as the single-largest party in the recent assembly elections, securing 42 seats. Combined with its coalition partners, Congress and CPI(M), who won six and one seat, respectively, the NC now holds a clear majority. Abdullah stated that the immediate priority for the NC-Congress government will be passing a resolution to restore Jammu and Kashmir's statehood.
Meanwhile, Congress MLAs will convene today in Srinagar under JKPCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra to elect the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party, with the selected candidate pending final approval from the party’s high command.
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Sports
India could miss skipper Rohit Sharma for one Test in Australia
India could miss the services of skipper Rohit Sharma during one of the first two Test matches in Australia due to personal reasons which have been communicated to the BCCI.
The Indian team will embark on a tough five-Test series in Australia starting November 22 in Perth and there is a possibility that Rohit could give either the first or the second game in Adelaide (December 6-10) a miss. "There isn't any complete clarity about the situation. It is understood that Rohit has intimated to the BCCI that there is a possibility that due to a pressing personal matter, he might have to skip one of the two Tests at the beginning of the series," a BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity.
"In case, the personal issue is sorted before the start of the series, he might play all five Tests. We will get to know more in the coming days," he said. The 37-year-old Rohit played both the home Tests against Bangladesh. India will next host New Zealand for a three-Test rubber starting October 16.
In case Rohit misses a Test match in Australia, the in-form Abhimanyu Easwaran is likely to be his cover although Shubman Gill and KL Rahul are also players with enough experience in the opening slot.
The Indian team will embark on a tough five-Test series in Australia starting November 22 in Perth and there is a possibility that Rohit could give either the first or the second game in Adelaide (December 6-10) a miss. "There isn't any complete clarity about the situation. It is understood that Rohit has intimated to the BCCI that there is a possibility that due to a pressing personal matter, he might have to skip one of the two Tests at the beginning of the series," a BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity.
"In case, the personal issue is sorted before the start of the series, he might play all five Tests. We will get to know more in the coming days," he said. The 37-year-old Rohit played both the home Tests against Bangladesh. India will next host New Zealand for a three-Test rubber starting October 16.
In case Rohit misses a Test match in Australia, the in-form Abhimanyu Easwaran is likely to be his cover although Shubman Gill and KL Rahul are also players with enough experience in the opening slot.
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3rd T20: India eye series sweep, runs from openers
Despite its inconsequential nature, India will be eagerly pursuing the twin goals of a series sweep and monitoring the progress of impressive second-line players during the third and final T20 against Bangladesh in Hyderabad on Saturday.
India has already bagged the series 2-0 after wins at Gwalior and New Delhi. This Indian bunch under Gautam Gambhir has shown an insatiable hunger for victory, and doubters can glance back at its result-oriented approach during the rain-marred Kanpur Test against the same opposition a few days ago.
Hence, they are unlikely to show any laxity here too as a 3-0 sweep will sit nicely along with the 2-0 margin in the preceding Test series. Beyond the obvious, India will also look to add new pieces to their white ball jigsaw puzzle ahead of some important assignments such as the Champions Trophy.
So, in a season teeming with showpiece events globally as well as bilaterally, it’s critical for the team to have multiple backup options. In that context, it’s clear that Gambhir and his colleagues in the backroom have set in motion the process of finding able support cast to frontline players keeping in mind the long-term goals such as the ICC event next year.
Be it pacer Mayank Yadav or spinner Varun Chakravarthy, Gambhir wants to take a closer look at them and assess their readiness for the sterner assays ahead. They haven’t been disappointing either in this series. Mayank, who missed a lot of action since IPL 2024 due to an injury, bowled at over 150 clicks while Chakravarthy returned with a three-wicket haul in his first outing in blue in three years at Gwalior.
The team management will also keep a close eye on the journey of Nitish Kumar Reddy, highly impressive in the Delhi T20 while smashing a 34-ball 74 and returning with a couple of wickets.
India has already bagged the series 2-0 after wins at Gwalior and New Delhi. This Indian bunch under Gautam Gambhir has shown an insatiable hunger for victory, and doubters can glance back at its result-oriented approach during the rain-marred Kanpur Test against the same opposition a few days ago.
Hence, they are unlikely to show any laxity here too as a 3-0 sweep will sit nicely along with the 2-0 margin in the preceding Test series. Beyond the obvious, India will also look to add new pieces to their white ball jigsaw puzzle ahead of some important assignments such as the Champions Trophy.
So, in a season teeming with showpiece events globally as well as bilaterally, it’s critical for the team to have multiple backup options. In that context, it’s clear that Gambhir and his colleagues in the backroom have set in motion the process of finding able support cast to frontline players keeping in mind the long-term goals such as the ICC event next year.
Be it pacer Mayank Yadav or spinner Varun Chakravarthy, Gambhir wants to take a closer look at them and assess their readiness for the sterner assays ahead. They haven’t been disappointing either in this series. Mayank, who missed a lot of action since IPL 2024 due to an injury, bowled at over 150 clicks while Chakravarthy returned with a three-wicket haul in his first outing in blue in three years at Gwalior.
The team management will also keep a close eye on the journey of Nitish Kumar Reddy, highly impressive in the Delhi T20 while smashing a 34-ball 74 and returning with a couple of wickets.
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Hima exonerated by NADA Appeal Panel of doping charge arising from whereabout failures
Star India sprinter Hima Das has received an all-clear from the NADA's Anti-Doping Appeal Panel which exonerated her from doping charges arising out of three whereabout failures in 12 months.
The 24-year-old Hima was last year provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for three whereabout failures in a span of 12 months. She was, however, cleared by the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel (ADDP) following a hearing in March. She returned to action in 200m at the Indian Grand Prix 1 in Bengaluru on April 30.
In a September 4 decision, the Anti-Doping Appeal Panel upheld the Disciplinary Panel's ruling to clear her of doping charges.
No further details were available regarding who appealed the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel's decision, but it is likely that NADA initiated the appeal as the body has previously appealed in such cases when decisions favoured athletes.
The 24-year-old Hima was last year provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for three whereabout failures in a span of 12 months. She was, however, cleared by the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel (ADDP) following a hearing in March. She returned to action in 200m at the Indian Grand Prix 1 in Bengaluru on April 30.
In a September 4 decision, the Anti-Doping Appeal Panel upheld the Disciplinary Panel's ruling to clear her of doping charges.
No further details were available regarding who appealed the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel's decision, but it is likely that NADA initiated the appeal as the body has previously appealed in such cases when decisions favoured athletes.
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Badminton: Lakshya Sen bows out; Indian challenge ends in Arctic Open
Star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen squandered a one-game advantage to lose to Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in the pre-quarterfinals of the Arctic Open badminton tournament in Finland on Thursday.
The 23-year-old toiled hard for one hour 10 minutes before going down 21-19, 18-21, 15-21 to his seventh seeded opponent in the second round of the Super 500 tournament.
It was a tough day for India, as all the country’s shuttlers lost their matches, ending their challenge. Indian qualifier Kiran George, who had defeated World No. 25 Wang Tzu Wei of Chinese Taipei on Wednesday, was brushed aside 17-21, 8-21 by fifth seed Jonatan Christie of Indonesia in the men's singles event.
Malvika Bansod meekly surrendered 15-21 8-21 to Ratchanok Intanon in the women's singles contest. Unnati Hooda and Aakarshi Kashyap also lost their respective round of 16 games. The mixed doubles pair of Sathish Kumar Karunakaran and Aadya Variyath lost 12-21, 15-21 to the Chinese combine of Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi .
In the final Indian match of the day, the women's doubles pair of Rutaparna Panda and Swetaparna Panda lost 8-21, 10-21 to top seeds Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning.
The 23-year-old toiled hard for one hour 10 minutes before going down 21-19, 18-21, 15-21 to his seventh seeded opponent in the second round of the Super 500 tournament.
It was a tough day for India, as all the country’s shuttlers lost their matches, ending their challenge. Indian qualifier Kiran George, who had defeated World No. 25 Wang Tzu Wei of Chinese Taipei on Wednesday, was brushed aside 17-21, 8-21 by fifth seed Jonatan Christie of Indonesia in the men's singles event.
Malvika Bansod meekly surrendered 15-21 8-21 to Ratchanok Intanon in the women's singles contest. Unnati Hooda and Aakarshi Kashyap also lost their respective round of 16 games. The mixed doubles pair of Sathish Kumar Karunakaran and Aadya Variyath lost 12-21, 15-21 to the Chinese combine of Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi .
In the final Indian match of the day, the women's doubles pair of Rutaparna Panda and Swetaparna Panda lost 8-21, 10-21 to top seeds Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning.
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State
Karnataka flag should be hoisted compulsorily on state formation day, government tells businesses
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar today said the Karnataka flag should compulsorily be hoisted at all educational institutions, businesses and factories, including in the information technology and biotechnology sector, in Bengaluru on November 1, the state's formation day.
He said about 50% of people residing in the city and Bengaluru Urban district are from other states, and they should also give priority to learning Kannada. "...[W]e are marking 50 years of Mysore state being renamed as Karnataka. November 1 is a day of celebration for Kannadigas...as in-charge Minister for Bengaluru I have formulated a new programme as part of which at all schools and colleges, factories, business including IT-BT sector Kannada flag should be hoisted compulsorily," Shivakumar said.
An order to this effect would be issued, he told reporters in Bengaluru. The unofficial but widely regarded yellow and red 'Kannada flag' was designed by Veera Senani Ma Ramamurthy in the 1960s.
He said about 50% of people residing in the city and Bengaluru Urban district are from other states, and they should also give priority to learning Kannada. "...[W]e are marking 50 years of Mysore state being renamed as Karnataka. November 1 is a day of celebration for Kannadigas...as in-charge Minister for Bengaluru I have formulated a new programme as part of which at all schools and colleges, factories, business including IT-BT sector Kannada flag should be hoisted compulsorily," Shivakumar said.
An order to this effect would be issued, he told reporters in Bengaluru. The unofficial but widely regarded yellow and red 'Kannada flag' was designed by Veera Senani Ma Ramamurthy in the 1960s.
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Advised against visiting JPNIC, defiant Akhilesh garlands JP Narayan's bust outside residence
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav today garlanded a bust of Jayaprakash Narayan mounted atop a vehicle outside his residence where hundreds of party workers had gathered since morning after the authorities advised him not to visit the JP International Centre due to security concerns.
Yadav was accompanied by SP leaders Lal Bihari Yadav and Rajendra Choudhary, and Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey, among others. Yadav had reached the JPNIC on Thursday night and lambasted the Yogi Adityanath government for barring its main gate behind tin sheets apparently to prevent entry.
This morning, he slammed the BJP government in the state for putting up barricades near his house on Vikramaditya Marg in Lucknow to prevent 'Samajwadis' from visiting the site and garlanding JP Narayan's statue on his birth anniversary. "On the birth anniversary of Jayaprakash Narayan ji, we go to the JPNIC museum every time to celebrate. But I don't know why this government stops us from doing it," he said.
The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister alleged that the memorial at JPNIC is under covers because of a "conspiracy to sell it".
Yadav was accompanied by SP leaders Lal Bihari Yadav and Rajendra Choudhary, and Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey, among others. Yadav had reached the JPNIC on Thursday night and lambasted the Yogi Adityanath government for barring its main gate behind tin sheets apparently to prevent entry.
This morning, he slammed the BJP government in the state for putting up barricades near his house on Vikramaditya Marg in Lucknow to prevent 'Samajwadis' from visiting the site and garlanding JP Narayan's statue on his birth anniversary. "On the birth anniversary of Jayaprakash Narayan ji, we go to the JPNIC museum every time to celebrate. But I don't know why this government stops us from doing it," he said.
The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister alleged that the memorial at JPNIC is under covers because of a "conspiracy to sell it".
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West Bengal: One junior doctor on fast admitted to hospital after his condition worsened
Aniket Mahato, one of the seven medics on hunger strike in West Bengal was hospitalised on Thursday night after his health deteriorated, a senior doctor said.
"Aniket Mahato's condition worsened and his parameters were not good. He was taken to RG Kar hospital and will be admitted to the intensive care unit," senior doctor Subarna Goswami told a news channel.
Mahato, along with a few others, has been at the forefront of the agitation seeking justice for the rape and murder victim of RG Kar for the last two months. Another agitating doctor accompanying Mahato said, "His pulse rate was very low and his other health parameters were also not normal."
A team of four specialist doctors was sent by the state health department to the venue of the hunger strike by junior doctors in the Esplanade area to assess the health condition of the seven doctors who have been on hunger strike for the past five days.
"Aniket Mahato's condition worsened and his parameters were not good. He was taken to RG Kar hospital and will be admitted to the intensive care unit," senior doctor Subarna Goswami told a news channel.
Mahato, along with a few others, has been at the forefront of the agitation seeking justice for the rape and murder victim of RG Kar for the last two months. Another agitating doctor accompanying Mahato said, "His pulse rate was very low and his other health parameters were also not normal."
A team of four specialist doctors was sent by the state health department to the venue of the hunger strike by junior doctors in the Esplanade area to assess the health condition of the seven doctors who have been on hunger strike for the past five days.
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Maharashtra asks Centre to raise non-creamy layer limit to Rs 15 lakh, ahead of polls
The Maharashtra cabinet on Thursday decided to request the Union government to increase the income limit to qualify for 'non-creamy layer' to Rs 15 lakh per year from the current Rs 8 lakh.
The decision came ahead of the assembly elections which are expected to be held next month. A non-creamy layer certificate, which means the family income of a person is below the prescribed limit, is needed to avail of reservation benefits in the Other Backward Class (OBC) category.
A draft ordinance to accord a constitutional status to the Maharashtra State Scheduled Caste Commission was also approved in the cabinet meeting, said a statement from the office of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
The ordinance will be tabled in the next session of the legislature, it said, adding that 27 posts were approved for the commission.
The decision came ahead of the assembly elections which are expected to be held next month. A non-creamy layer certificate, which means the family income of a person is below the prescribed limit, is needed to avail of reservation benefits in the Other Backward Class (OBC) category.
A draft ordinance to accord a constitutional status to the Maharashtra State Scheduled Caste Commission was also approved in the cabinet meeting, said a statement from the office of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
The ordinance will be tabled in the next session of the legislature, it said, adding that 27 posts were approved for the commission.
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Kerala Assembly unanimously passes resolution against ‘one nation, one election’
The Kerala assembly on Thursday unanimously passed a resolution urging the central government to roll back its decision to approve the proposal for 'one nation, one election' recommended by the Ramnath Kovind panel, saying that it was "undemocratic and unconstitutional".
The resolution was moved on behalf of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan by state Parliamentary Affairs Minister M B Rajesh who said that the proposal would weaken the country's federal system and sabotage the diverse nature of India's parliamentary democracy. He said that it would also lead to cutting short of the term of various state assemblies and local self governments in the country.
Rajesh further said that this decision amounted to a violation of the people's mandate, a challenge to their democratic rights and usurping of a state's power to hold elections and taking over of the federal system of the country.
"This move is unconstitutional and against constitutional values as well as an attempt to implement the RSS and BJP agenda," Rajesh claimed.
The resolution was moved on behalf of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan by state Parliamentary Affairs Minister M B Rajesh who said that the proposal would weaken the country's federal system and sabotage the diverse nature of India's parliamentary democracy. He said that it would also lead to cutting short of the term of various state assemblies and local self governments in the country.
Rajesh further said that this decision amounted to a violation of the people's mandate, a challenge to their democratic rights and usurping of a state's power to hold elections and taking over of the federal system of the country.
"This move is unconstitutional and against constitutional values as well as an attempt to implement the RSS and BJP agenda," Rajesh claimed.
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Militant arrested in Manipur
A militant of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (People's War Group) was arrested in Manipur's Imphal East district, police said today.
The accused, identified as M Dhanbir (39), was allegedly involved in extortion in and around Imphal, they said. He was arrested on Thursday. Meanwhile, security forces seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition during a raid at the foothill areas of IVR Road near Uyok in Bishnupur district.
Among the items seized were a CMG, a tear gas gun, a 9mm pistol, a .303 sniper rifle, an SBBL gun, an IED weighing 1.35 kg, three hand grenades and two tear smoke grenades, police said.
The accused, identified as M Dhanbir (39), was allegedly involved in extortion in and around Imphal, they said. He was arrested on Thursday. Meanwhile, security forces seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition during a raid at the foothill areas of IVR Road near Uyok in Bishnupur district.
Among the items seized were a CMG, a tear gas gun, a 9mm pistol, a .303 sniper rifle, an SBBL gun, an IED weighing 1.35 kg, three hand grenades and two tear smoke grenades, police said.
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Wildlife
Trigger warning: Distressing details
Leopard beaten to death by villagers after attack on man in Udaipur
Trigger warning: Distressing details
A leopard was beaten to death by villagers after it attacked a 55-year-old man in Udaipur district of Rajasthan today, police said. The incident occurred in the Sayra area in the early hours when the leopard attacked Devaram's cattle outside his house, they said.
According to police, when he opened the gate to check on the cattle, the leopard attacked him, leaving him injured. Hearing his cries for help, the villagers quickly gathered and surrounded the area where the leopard was hiding. They started hitting the animal with sticks and other objects, leading to its death on the spot, police said. The injured person is undergoing treatment at the district hospital, they added.
The area is located about 25 km from where forest and police teams have been searching for a man-eater leopard over the past several days. However, authorities are yet to confirm if the dead leopard is the same one being tracked.
A leopard was beaten to death by villagers after it attacked a 55-year-old man in Udaipur district of Rajasthan today, police said. The incident occurred in the Sayra area in the early hours when the leopard attacked Devaram's cattle outside his house, they said.
According to police, when he opened the gate to check on the cattle, the leopard attacked him, leaving him injured. Hearing his cries for help, the villagers quickly gathered and surrounded the area where the leopard was hiding. They started hitting the animal with sticks and other objects, leading to its death on the spot, police said. The injured person is undergoing treatment at the district hospital, they added.
The area is located about 25 km from where forest and police teams have been searching for a man-eater leopard over the past several days. However, authorities are yet to confirm if the dead leopard is the same one being tracked.
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