Breaking News Highlights: 2 Coaches, Engine Of Suhaildev Express Derail At Prayagraj Station, No Casualties Reported
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A man named Ankit Agarwal was arrested for selling the ICC Cricket World Cup India Vs South Africa match tickets worth Rs. 2500 at Rs. 11,000 each. Kolkata Police seized a total of 20 tickets from his possession for the India Vs South Africa match which is going to be held on November 5.
At least four people were killed, while 10 were injured after a vehicle fell in a gorge in Nawagabra area of Karnah in north Kashmir's Kupwara district. | ANI
A fire broke out at an industrial area in Vikhroli, Mumbai earlier today. More details are awaited.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has attributed the high AQI in the Union Territory to the low wind speed and falling temperatures. He said: "The situation is stagnant. We are monitoring all the aspects. We will take the necessary steps. We have also called a meeting with the officials tomorrow so that we can review the situation and decide further action."
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday directed Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, UP and Rajasthan governments to file affidavits on the stating steps taken by them to control air pollution
Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha also says that he received warnings from his phone manufacturer about "state-sponsored attackers trying to compromise his phone"
Opposition leaders TMC's Mahua Moitra, Shiv Sena's (UBT) Priyanka Chaturvedi and Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Pawan Khera say they have received warnings from their phone manufacturer about "state-sponsored attackers trying to compromise their phone"
Maharashtra | A special court presiding over the matters related to MPs and MLAs has convicted Maharashtra BJP MLA Tamil Selvan in a 2017 case. The court has given 6 months of punishment to Tamil Selvan and others in this matter and also directed the accused to pay a fine of Rs 13,500. The BJP MLA was part of the protest against BMC employees and officers who had come to the Sion Koliwada area of Mumbai to disconnect water and electrical supply to a few buildings in 2017. There was scuffle and stone pelting on the BMC team by local residents and protesters at the spot.
Andhra Pradesh train accident | All three lines affected by the train accident between Alamanda & Kantakapalli are now fit for train operations. Middle line fit for train operations at 11:29 pm last night after track and OHE works. The first train on the middle line passed the affected area at 12:55 am last night. Earlier, the first coaching train passed in Upline at 02:36 pm and in Down Line, the first goods train passed at 02:25 pm yesterday. Now, all three lines between Alamanda & Kantakapalli are now fit for train movement: Railways
Marking the end of an era, the MiG-21 Bison fighter aircraft of the No 4 squadron of the Indian Air Force flew for the last time over the Uttarlai town in Barmer, Rajasthan. On this occasion, the MiG-21 Bison flew alongside the Su-30 MKI: IAF officials The Indian Air Force is phasing out the MiG-21 squadrons and set to replace them with the indigenous LCA Mark-1A fighter jets
At the 'Run for Unity' programme in Lucknow, UP, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says "...Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to launch the 'Mera Yuva Bharat' programme, where the youth of the country will get the opportunity and the stage to work of nation building. I request the youth to join this program..."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on Tuesday on the occasion of his birth anniversary.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged off the 'Run For Unity' in Delhi on Tuesday on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
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Crucial Hearing on Electoral Bonds Scheme to Commence at Supreme Court
A five-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court is set to commence a significant hearing from Tuesday, addressing a batch of pleas challenging the validity of the electoral bonds scheme, which is employed for funding political parties. The electoral bonds scheme was introduced by the government on January 2, 2018, as an alternative to cash donations made to political parties, with the goal of enhancing transparency in political funding.
The scheme allows any citizen of India or entity incorporated or established in India to purchase electoral bonds. These bonds can be acquired individually or jointly with other individuals.
The bench, consisting of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices Sanjiv Khanna, B R Gavai, J B Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra, will consider four pleas, including those filed by Congress leader Jaya Thakur and the Communist Party of India (Marxist).
PM Modi to Participate in 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' Culmination Event
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in the culmination of the 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign, an homage to those who have made the supreme sacrifice for the country. Additionally, he will inaugurate 'Amrit Vatika' and 'Amrit Mahotsav Memorial' to mark Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary. The event, held on the Kartavya Path, will also signify the closure of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and the launch of the 'Mera Yuva Bharat' (MY Bharat) platform for the country's youth.
Prime Minister Modi will address the thousands of individuals who spearheaded the Amrit Kalash Yatras in various parts of the nation. The 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign celebrates the brave individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation.
In the spirit of people's participation, the campaign featured numerous activities and ceremonies held across the country. These activities included the construction of memorials, the planting of indigenous species, the development of 'Amrit Vatika,' and ceremonies honoring freedom fighters and the families of those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
The campaign proved to be a resounding success, with over 2.3 lakh memorials built across 36 states/Union Territories, nearly 4 crore 'Panch Pran' pledge selfies uploaded, 2 lakh plus 'Veeron ka Vandan' (tribute to the brave) programs nationwide, over 2.36 crore indigenous saplings planted, and 2.63 lakh Amrit Vatikas created.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's Visit to Portugal and Italy
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is embarking on a four-day visit to Portugal and Italy starting Tuesday, with the aim of strengthening India's bilateral relations with these two key European nations.
During the initial leg of the trip, Jaishankar will visit Portugal on October 31 and November 1. He is scheduled to engage in discussions with his counterpart, Foreign Minister Joao Gomes Cravinho, covering a wide range of bilateral relations and regional and multilateral issues of mutual interest. The minister is also expected to meet the Portuguese leadership, members of the Portugal-India Parliamentary Friendship Group, and the Indian community in Portugal.
From Portugal, Jaishankar will proceed to Italy. In Italy, he will meet Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, the Minister of Defence, and the Minister for 'Made in Italy.' Additionally, he is expected to engage with the top leadership of the country. The visit signifies India's commitment to strengthening ties with these European nations.
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