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Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Elections 2026: Phase 1 Voting
Rajasthan's first-phase local body polls cover 16 districts, with 85 lakh voters and 6,976 candidates contesting 2,081 zila parishad and panchayat samiti seats.
Punjab Cop Accused of Helping 24 Drone Drug Deliveries
A Punjab Police constable is accused of helping smugglers complete 24 suspected drone-based drug deliveries after the BSF recovered 15 kg of heroin in Tarn Taran.
Sambit Patra Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Regime Change Plot
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra accused Rahul Gandhi of seeking foreign guidance for regime change, but the allegations remain unverified in the available account.
NHPC Project: 23.4 Lakh Trees at Risk in Arunachal
NHPC seeks forest clearance for its 1,720 MW Kamala hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh, involving 3,278 hectares of forest and 23.4 lakh trees.
Delhi Court Orders Release of CJP Leaders From Tihar Jail
A Delhi court ordered CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka released from Tihar Jail after rejecting a police request for extended custody.
eMudhra Security Flaw: India Orders Probe Into Weak Keys
India has ordered a probe into eMudhra's weak cryptographic keys after major browsers blocked eight affected certificates over potential global cybersecurity risks.
Centre Issues New Rules for TV Debates and News Channels
The Centre has asked TV channels to control abusive debates, verify news, handle disturbing visuals responsibly and ensure AI-assisted reporting remains accurate.
Delhi High Court Blocks RTI Disclosure of PM Travel Records
The Delhi High Court overturned a CIC order for disclosing PM Modi and Manmohan Singh's foreign travel records, citing national security and personal safety concerns.
Why Marco Rubio Calls India a Global Refining Superpower
Marco Rubio calls India a refining superpower as its 258.1 million tonnes annual capacity, Jamnagar refinery and fuel exports strengthen its global energy role.
CJP Leaders Withdraw Plea Against Custody Extension
CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka withdrew their Delhi High Court plea after the judge advised them to await the lower court's decision on their sureties.
South Indian Parties Eye New Alliances Ahead of 2029
Naidu's meeting with Vijay, Jagan's shift on election law and the DMK's outreach to regional parties fuel speculation about political alliances ahead of 2029.
Manipur Shutdowns: Fresh Violence Hits Imphal and Kangpokpi
Shutdowns paralyse Imphal Valley and Kangpokpi after three Meitei men and a Kuki man are killed, raising fresh fears of ethnic violence in Manipur.
Delhi Winter Action Plan 2026: WFH, PUC and Parking Rules
Delhi's winter pollution plan starts November 1, with 50% work from home, doubled parking charges, vehicle restrictions and construction monitoring.
Maternity Leave Reform Linked to 8.4% Drop in Women’s Jobs
A study found women's employment at covered manufacturing firms fell 8.4% after India's 2017 maternity leave reform, prompting calls to rethink benefit funding.
V Harish Death: Police Probe Cyberbullying Allegations
Finance influencer V Harish, 27, was found dead near Chennai as police investigate his family's cyberbullying allegations and a dispute over financial credentials.
China TBM Export Curbs: Impact on India’s Bullet Train
China’s new TBM export controls take effect November 18, 2026, raising concerns over India’s bullet train, metro projects and infrastructure supply chains.
India-US Trade Deal: Rubio Says Agreement Is Near
India-US trade deal talks are nearing completion, Marco Rubio says, as both countries discuss American energy, technology, defence and strategic cooperation.
Gujarat Reclaims Land Worth Rs 200 Crore in Encroachment Drive
Gujarat's East Kutch district removed 1,445 encroachments, reclaiming over 5 lakh square metres of government land valued at more than Rs 200 crore.