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Breaking News Highlights: Hello and welcome to the breaking news live blog, please follow this space for all the latest updates and breaking news from India and around the world.Second 'One Nation, One Election' Committee Meeting ScheduledThe second meeting of the 'one nation, one election' committee, led by former President Ram Nath Kovind, is scheduled for October 25, as per sources cited by news agency IANS. The committee convened its first official meeting on September 23, where the members resolved to engage stakeholders and political parties for discussions and suggestions.The initial meeting occurred at the Jodhpur Hostel in the national capital and was attended by notable figures such as Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, committee member and former Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad, among others. The initiative for the committee was taken by the Narendra Modi-led BJP government, with the former President Ram Nath Kovind at its helm.In addition to Kovind, Azad, and Shah, the government appointed Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, former chairman of the 15th Finance Commission N.K. Singh, former Secretary General of Lok Sabha Subhash Kashyap, Senior advocate Harish Salve, and former Chief vigilance Commissioner Sanjay Kothari as members of the eight-member panel. However, Chowdhury rejected the invitation to join the committee.Maratha Quota: Activist To Begin Fast Unto Death ProtestActivist Manoj Jarange declared on Sunday that he would commence a fast unto death protest starting on October 25 if the Maharashtra government does not grant reservations to the Maratha community by Tuesday, news agency PTI reported. Speaking at a press conference in Antarwali Sarati village, Jalna district, Jarange stated that the Maratha community would prevent political leaders, including MPs and MLAs, from entering villages across the state until their reservation demand is met.Drawing an analogy to the India-China conflict, he likened the upcoming protest for quota to a peaceful war. Jarange criticized the government over an advertisement published in prominent newspapers that listed the steps taken for the welfare of the Maratha community. Previously, Jarange had undertaken a hunger strike in the same village in September, demanding that Marathas receive reservation in government jobs and education under the OBC category. He withdrew the protest, issuing an ultimatum of 40 days until October 24 for the government to grant the quota.Jarange said, "If the Maharashtra government fails to decide on awarding reservation to the Maratha community by October 24, I will initiate a fast-unto-death protest. Locals and people from other villages will also launch a similar protest." He also appealed to Marathas to conduct a candle march in support of the quota demand. Jarange announced that he would abstain from water and medical assistance during his fast. He indicated that a chain hunger strike will be initiated on October 25, which will transform into a full-fledged hunger strike starting October 28. Additionally, Maratha communities in every tehsil and village across the state will conduct candle marches to emphasize their commitment to non-violent demonstrations, with an estimated 5 crore Marathas participating in the protest.Delhi Metro to Run 40 Additional Trains to Tackle Air PollutionIn response to worsening air quality and in compliance with GRAP-II measures, Delhi Metro announced that it would operate an additional 40 train trips on weekdays (Monday to Friday) across its network, starting from Wednesday, PTI reported.As part of the various steps taken by the Delhi government to combat pollution under GRAP-II, the DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation) will implement these extra train trips on weekdays. The move aims to promote the use of public transport among passengers in Delhi-NCR. Normally, Delhi Metro trains conduct over 4,300 trips daily.

25/10/2023 23:55:13

Breaking News Live: SCO Meeting in Bishkek Commences with Hindi Song, EAM S Jaishankar Representing India

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting, held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, commenced on an inclusive note with a Hindi song, setting the tone for international collaboration.

25/10/2023 22:32:28

Breaking News Live: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Receives Warm Welcome In Chennai For 'Invest In Uttarakhand' Road Show

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was greeted with a warm welcome and felicitated by enthusiastic BJP workers upon his arrival at Chennai Airport. 

25/10/2023 20:56:07

Breaking News Live: Shiv Sena's Priyanka Chaturvedi Opposes Proposal To Replace 'India' With 'Bharat' In School Textbooks

The recent recommendation by the NCERT panel to replace 'India' with 'Bharat' in school textbooks has sparked controversy. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi has expressed her strong opposition to this move, stating, "This is a misfortune for the country that the distinction between India and Bharat is being created... 'India that is Bharat' is inscribed in our constitution by Dr. BR Ambedkar... The younger generation won't forgive such differentiation. India is also Bharat and Hindustan for us."

25/10/2023 19:59:33

Breaking News Live: High-Level Committee, Headed By Ex-President Kovind, Advances Simultaneous Elections Discussion

The High-Level Committee, led by former President Ram Nath Kovind, conducted its second meeting to deliberate on the issue of simultaneous elections across India and propose recommendations. During this session, several key decisions were reached with unanimous agreement. These include the approval of a budgetary allocation for the High-Level Committee for the current fiscal year, 2023-24. Additionally, the Committee acknowledged the resignation of Adhir Ranjan Choudhury, the Leader of the single largest party in the Lok Sabha, from the HLC's membership. These steps mark an important development in the ongoing examination of simultaneous elections in the country.

25/10/2023 18:53:09

Breaking News Live: Maha Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Meets State Contingent For National Games In Goa

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister and State Olympic Association Chairman, Ajit Pawar, met with the 1100-strong contingent representing the state at the upcoming National Games in Goa. 

25/10/2023 18:37:34

Breaking News Live: EAM Jaishankar Represents PM Modi At SCO Heads Of Government Meeting In Bishkek

India's External Affairs Minister, Dr. S Jaishankar, has arrived in Bishkek to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of Government meeting, where he will represent Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

25/10/2023 18:05:14

Breaking News Live: 2 Dead, 40 Injured In Andhra Pradesh During Banni Festival

Two persons died and around 40 people suffered injuries at Devaragattu village in Kurnool district during the Banni festival, a police official said on Wednesday. The two died after they fell from the branch of a tree while trying to escape a flaming torch that was thrown in their direction, the official said about the festival held in the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday. (PTI Input)

25/10/2023 17:48:11

Breaking News Live: BSF Recovers Chinese-Made Drone In Punjab's Amritsar District

The Border Security Force (BSF) recovered a quadcopter drone of Chinese origin during a search operation in Dhanoe Khurd village, located within Punjab's Amritsar district.

25/10/2023 17:44:28

Breaking News Live: 'Petrol Bomb' Thrown at Chennai's Raj Bhavan's Main Gate

An incident involving the hurling of a 'petrol bomb' outside the main gate of Raj Bhavan in Chennai has come to light. 

25/10/2023 17:24:58

Breaking News Live: Tamil Nadu Government's 4% DA Hike Criticised By BJP Vice President As 'Eyewash'

Following the Tamil Nadu Government's recent announcement of a 4% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees, teachers, and pensioners, Tamil Nadu BJP Vice President Narayanan Thirupathy expressed strong criticism, asserting, "This government has not taken substantial measures for the welfare of government employees. The recent DA hike is merely an eyewash, failing to address the long-standing concerns of the workforce. Despite the government's promises to fulfill its commitments, it has yet to deliver on its pledges".

25/10/2023 15:53:12

Newsclick's Founder Prabir Purkayastha, HR Head Amit Chakravarty Appear In Patiala House Court

Newsclick's Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Prabir Purkayastha, and the organization's HR Head, Amit Chakravarty, made their appearance in the Patiala House Court after the conclusion of their Judicial Remand period.

25/10/2023 12:16:23

Breaking News Live: EAM Jaishankar To Embark On 2-Day Visit To Kyrgyz Republic On October 25

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar is set to visit Bishkek on 25-26 October 2023 to lead the Indian delegation for 22nd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government (CHG), to be held under the Chairmanship of the Kyrgyz Republic. In Bishkek, EAM will also meet with his counterparts from other SCO Member States and call on the country’s top leadership.

25/10/2023 11:05:53

One Killed After Clashes Break Out Between 2 Groups In UPs Hapur

One person was killed in clashes that broke out between two groups in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur district last night, allegedly over a bike collision, as reported by the news agency PTI. Heavy police presence was seen in the area as tension prevailed overnight.

25/10/2023 11:02:55

Breaking News Live: Massive Fire Breaks Out At Chemical Factory In Gujarat's Aravalli

A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Gujarat's Aravalli district in the early morning hours today. More than 60 tankers filled with chemicals were gutted in the fire, as reported by the news agency ANI. The reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained. 10 Fire tenders were present at the spot to douse the fire.

25/10/2023 08:45:52

Reigning Paralympics Champion Sumit Antil Wins Javelin Throw F64 Gold Medal In Hangzhou Asian Para Games

Reigning Paralympics champion Sumit Antil wins the javelin throw F64 gold medal in the Hangzhou Asian Para Games with a world-record effort of 73.29m.

25/10/2023 08:39:03

Breaking News Live: UP Woman Found Dead In Mysterious Circumstances

The body of a woman with her throat slit was found in her house in Agra's Mori village. What made the incident seem mysterious was a suicide note found in the room in which the woman allegedly claimed that she was ending her life. A blood-stained knife was also found nearby.

According to the police, the suicide note read: “I, Meera, am giving up my life for my Govind. Gopal Krishna is my only worshipper. Now there is no attachment to this mortal body,'' as per news agency IANS

25/10/2023 08:35:30

6 People Returning After Adi Kailash Visit Dead As Car Falls Into River

Six people died in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh district on Tuesday when their car fell into the Kali river near Lakhanpur, police said, as reported by the news agency PTI.

Pithoragarh Superintendent of Police (SP) Lokeshwar Singh said the incident took place on the Dharchula-Lipulekh road late in the evening when the victims were returning after a 'darshan' of Adi Kailash. Two of them were from Bengaluru, two from Telangana and two from Uttarakhand, he said.

25/10/2023 07:49:33

Breaking News Live: UP BJP Leader Dies In Car-Truck Collision

A BJP leader died when her car was hit by a truck in the Naugawan Sadat area of Uttar Pradesh's Amroha, as reported by the news agency IANS. The BJP leader, identified as Sarita Singh, was returning home from Noorpur to Moradabad. After the collision occurred, the car caught fire, and she was badly burned.

Police reached the spot and, after much effort, admitted the injured BJP leader to the district hospital, where the doctors declared her dead. A case against the unknown driver of the truck has been registered by the police.

25/10/2023 07:16:07

Breaking News Live: Fire Breaks Out At Maharashtra Dying In Bhiwandi Due To Explosion In Boiler

A fire broke out at Maharashtra dying in Bhiwandi due to an explosion in a boiler. Further details awaited.