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New Delhi: Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran does not apply to Lebanon, contradicting claims made by Shehbaz Sharif that the truce would extend across the region. Israel Backs US Move But Sets Limits Netanyahu confirmed that Israel supports Donald Trump's decision to pause strikes on Iran for two weeks. However, he clarified that the ceasefire is limited in scope and does not cover Lebanon. In an official statement, Israel emphasized its ...Read More >
New Delhi: Global oil prices dropped sharply after Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing supply concerns and triggering a positive reaction across financial markets. Sharp Fall in Crude Prices Brent crude prices fell significantly from around $109.77 to nearly $95 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude also declined by almost $20 per barrel within minutes of the announcement. The sharp correction came as investors anticipated a normalization of oil su ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, offering immediate relief to homebuyers and borrowers as loan EMIs are expected to remain stable for now. No Immediate Impact on EMIs With the repo rate unchanged, banks are unlikely to increase lending rates in the short term, meaning existing home loan borrowers will not see a rise in their EMIs. This move provides financial predictability and helps borrowers better manage their monthly budgets. The decision is ...Read More >
New Delhi: Severe weather conditions including storms, heavy rainfall, snowfall, and lightning have disrupted normal life across multiple states, leaving at least 15 people dead in Uttar Pradesh and stranding around 1,500 tourists in Sikkim due to a landslide. Snowfall, Landslides and Widespread Damage The impact of a western disturbance has triggered snowfall in parts of Uttarakhand, including Yamunotri, while several districts reported rain and hailstorms. In Sikkim's Mangan district, heavy ...Read More >
Chabua (Assam): Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren addressed an election rally virtually in support of a candidate from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha during the Assam Assembly elections, asserting that the fight for the rights of tea garden workers and tribal communities will continue despite political challenges. Allegations of Political Obstruction and Pressure Soren accused the opposition of attempting to suppress democratic processes, alleging that his helicopter was denied flight permissi ...Read More >
Kolkata: An All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen leader, Mofakkerul Islam, has been arrested for allegedly masterminding protests in Malda that led to the hostage-taking of seven judicial officers. The arrest was made at Bagdogra Airport as he was reportedly attempting to flee the state. Hostage Crisis Triggered by Voter List Dispute The incident occurred during protests linked to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise conducted by the Election Commission of India ahead of the West Be ...Read More >
New Delhi: Internal tensions within the Aam Aadmi Party have intensified after Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha was removed from the deputy leader's post, triggering sharp public criticism from senior party leaders and exposing growing cracks within the organization. Leaders Question Chadha's Silence and Loyalty Senior leaders including former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi Marlena openly questioned Chadha's stance, accusing him of avoiding key public issues and hesitating to challenge Narendra Modi. ...Read More >
Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in a third consecutive victory for the NDA in Assam while sharply attacking the Indian National Congress during a rally in Gogamukh. He said the large turnout at the event reflected strong public support and indicated a clear mandate for the alliance. Attack on Congress and Governance Claims Modi accused Congress of pursuing appeasement politics and alleged that the party had earlier attempted to introduce a "communal violence law" ai ...Read More >
Bhagalpur: Political strategist Prashant Kishor sparked fresh controversy in Bihar by claiming that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is being gradually removed from power due to health issues ahead of elections. Questions Raised Over Leadership And Promises Kishor alleged that Nitish Kumar has been unwell since before the elections and suggested that preparations are underway to sideline him from leadership. He questioned who is responsible for betraying the people of Bihar -- Nitish Kumar's party ...Read More >
Mumbai: Indian stock markets witnessed heavy selling pressure as the Sensex plunged nearly 1200 points in early trade, wiping out around ₹5 lakh crore of investor wealth amid global tensions and rising crude oil prices. Global Factors Trigger Massive Sell-Off The sharp decline was driven by the ongoing West Asia conflict, continuous selling by foreign investors, and surging crude oil prices. As trading began on Monday, the BSE Sensex dropped significantly, while the Nifty 50 also saw steep los ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested Shabbir Ahmed Lone, a key operative of Lashkar-e-Taiba, near the Bangladesh border after a prolonged surveillance operation. Officials said Lone had been operating a terror module from a hideout near Dhaka and was actively involved in recruiting youths for extremist activities across multiple Indian cities. Two-Month Surveillance Led To Arrest The operation, closely monitored by Police Commissioner Satish Golcha, followed a two-month intellig ...Read More >
Ranchi: Paddy procurement in Jharkhand has picked up pace, with the state government purchasing 55,766.11 quintals of paddy within the first two days of the procurement drive, against a total target of 60 lakh quintals for the season. Procurement at ₹2,450 Per Quintal Across 801 Centres The procurement drive began on December 15, and by Tuesday evening, paddy had been purchased at a rate of ₹2,450 per quintal, up from ₹2,400 last year. A total of 2,51,935 farmers have registered under the sche ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in connection with a petition filed by former Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Verma, who has challenged the legality of a three-member inquiry committee constituted by the Lok Sabha to probe corruption allegations against him. Challenge to Lok Sabha Inquiry Committee Justice Yashwant Verma, in his petition before the Supreme Court, argued that the inquiry committee formed by the Lok Sabha under the Judge ...Read More >
Ranchi: With dense fog reducing visibility on roads across Jharkhand, Transport Minister Deepak Birua has appealed to citizens to remain alert and strictly follow traffic safety norms to prevent accidents. Slow Down and Maintain Safe Distance The minister advised drivers to reduce speed during foggy conditions and maintain adequate distance from vehicles ahead to avoid sudden collisions. Use Proper Lighting and Avoid High Beam He urged motorists to use low-beam headlights and fog lights, war ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party's newly appointed Working President, Nitin Nabin, formally assumed charge in the national capital on Monday, marking the beginning of his tenure at the party's central leadership level. Grand Welcome at Airport and Party Headquarters Upon his arrival in Delhi, Nitin Nabin received a warm welcome at the airport from Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva and senior leader Vinod Tawde. From there, he was escorted to the BJP headquarters, where party workers g ...Read More >
Ranchi: The Jharkhand government launched its paddy procurement drive on Monday, recording the purchase of 18,786.09 quintals of paddy on the very first day, as the state targets a total procurement of 60 lakh quintals this season. State Sets Ambitious Procurement Target The government has fixed a procurement target of 60 lakh quintals of paddy for the current season. A total of 2,51,182 farmers have registered under the scheme so far, and 3,366 farmers have already received SMS notifications ...Read More >
Bengaluru: In a chilling twist to the murder of dermatologist Dr Kruthika Reddy, police have revealed that her husband, Dr Mahendra Reddy GS, who is accused of killing her with anaesthesia on April 24, sent messages to at least four to five women after the murder, including one that read, "I killed my wife for you." Murder and Digital Trail According to investigators, Mahendra, 32, allegedly administered anaesthetic drugs to his 29-year-old wife Kruthika before killing her at their Bengaluru h ...Read More >
Siwan: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, campaigning in Siwan ahead of Bihar's first-phase voting on November 6, stirred controversy by likening local RJD candidate Osama Shahab (without naming him directly) to Osama bin Laden and vowing to "eliminate every Osama" one by one, drawing sharp attention to his combative rhetoric. Controversial Comparison Sarma, speaking at a public meeting in Raghunathpur, said India is the land of Ram and Sita and would never accept the dominance of anyon ...Read More >
Patna: Trouble continues to mount for JDU national president and Union Minister Lalan Singh, as the Patna district administration has now lodged an FIR against him following the Election Commission's notice. The action comes after a viral video from Mokama showed the minister allegedly urging supporters to prevent an opposition leader from leaving his home on voting day. FIR Registered After Video Verification The Patna district administration posted a statement and video clip on its official ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) move to seize assets worth ₹3,000 crore belonging to industrialist Anil Ambani has triggered a massive sell-off in his group companies, wiping out nearly ₹1,831 crore in market value in a single trading session. Reliance Infrastructure Suffers Sharp Decline The ED's crackdown has rattled investor confidence in the Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG)companies. Analysts believe that uncertainty will continue to weigh on stock performance unti ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Paduko ...Read More >
Patna: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Friday released its manifesto for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, titled "Sankalp Patra for Viksit Bihar." The document outlines 25 major commitments focused on employment, infrastructure, industry, education, healthcare, agriculture, women's empowerment, and social welfare, projecting the alliance's vision for a "developed and self-reliant Bihar." Backward and extremely backward class groups engaged in traditional businesses will receive ₹10 ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a major boost to India's defence manufacturing, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and US-based General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) have signed an agreement to jointly build Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones in India. The partnership comes as the Indian armed forces consider a procurement of 87 MALE drones under the Defence Ministry's upcoming project. L&T To Lead Bid, GA-ASI As Technology Partner Under the collaboration, L&T will act as the lead bidder for the Defen ...Read More >
Patna: RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav launched a scathing attack on the central government over its claim of operating 12,000 special trains during Chhath Puja. Taking to social media platform X, Lalu called the statement a "complete lie" and ridiculed the government, referring to the PM as the "Sardar of Jumlas" (chieftain of rhetoric). Centre Lied About Running Trains for Bihar Lalu alleged that the government claimed it would run 12,000 trains out of the total 13,198 for Bihar during the Chh ...Read More >
New Delhi: Piyush Pandey, the legendary creative force behind some of India's most iconic advertisements for Fevicol, Cadbury, and Asian Paints, passed away on Friday at the age of 70. He had been suffering from an infection. His final rites will be conducted at 11 am at Shivaji Park in Mumbai. The Voice of Indian Advertising With a career spanning nearly four decades, Pandey served as the Chief Creative Officer Worldwide and Executive Chairman India of Ogilvy. He joined Ogilvy in 1982, initia ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi's air quality showed minor improvement on Friday morning as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) shifted from the "very poor" to "poor" category, clocking in at 290, according to the Sameer app by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Anand Vihar Records Worst Air Quality Despite the slight relief citywide, Anand Vihar continued to suffer with the highest recorded AQI of 403, firmly in the "severe" zone. In total, 15 monitoring stations still reported "very poor" a ...Read More >
Patna: As the Bihar Assembly elections draw closer, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its preparations by announcing a list of 40 star campaigners for the first phase of polling. The list, released late Thursday evening, features the party's top brass, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Big Names to Lead BJP's Campaign The list undersc ...Read More >
Madhya Pradesh: A district court has denied bail to paediatrician Dr Praveen Soni, arrested in the Coldrif cough syrup deaths case, after police informed the court that he confessed to receiving a 10% commission from the pharmaceutical company for prescribing the medicine. The syrup has been linked to multiple child deaths and cases of kidney failure. Commission Kickbacks And Fatal Outcomes During police interrogation, Dr Soni admitted to taking a 10% cut from the company for promoting Coldrif ...Read More >
New Delhi: The monsoon season isn't over yet. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert as cyclonic systems have formed over the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, potentially bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to multiple states over the coming days. Multiple Cyclonic Circulations Forming According to IMD, a cyclonic circulation currently exists at lower tropospheric levels over coastal Andhra Pradesh and nearby areas, while another is situated over southern Assam. A ...Read More >
Patna: With less than a month left for the Bihar Assembly elections, both the NDA and the Grand Alliance remain mired in prolonged seat-sharing negotiations. Despite multiple rounds of meetings and frequent Delhi-Patna flights, neither bloc has reached a decisive agreement, delaying the launch of full-scale campaigning. Grand Alliance Faces Internal Deadlock The Congress-RJD alliance has struggled to bridge the divide over seat-sharing. The Congress, which contested 70 seats in 2020, is demand ...Read More >
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