The border Security Force (BSF) has seized over Rs 55 lakh in gold and approximately Rs 14.45 lakh in Bangladeshi currency in separate operations along the South Bengal border. These seizures highlight the BSF's continuous efforts to combat smuggling and illegal cross-border activities.
The Maharashtra government officially renamed Islampur in Sangli to Ishwarpur, with the Survey of India granting final approval. This change, following a legislative assembly proposal, aligns with a state-wide trend of renaming cities. While many residents celebrated the restoration of historical identity, others expressed concern, prioritising development over a name change.
BJP MP Ravi Kishan reported an attempted attack during a Bihar election rally, accusing the opposition of orchestrating the incident due to anticipated defeat. He also revealed receiving death threats and abusive calls, with police detaining one individual from Ludhiana in connection with the threats. Kishan expressed his resolve against such intimidation, emphasizing democratic strength and ideological commitment.
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has targeted RJD candidate Osama Shahab in Bihar. Sarma drew a controversial comparison between Shahab and Osama Bin Laden. He stated that Shahab's victory would be a setback for Hindus. Sarma also discussed his work in Assam regarding infiltrators and madrasas. He announced plans for a law against multiple marriages in Assam.
Mohammad Azharuddin, a Congress leader and former cricketer, has been allocated Public Enterprises and Minorities Welfare portfolios in Telangana. His induction into the cabinet is seen as a strategic move ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, a seat with a significant Muslim voter base.
Delhi ranked sixth most polluted city in India in October, with PM2.5 levels nearly tripling from September. A CREA report highlighted a sharp air quality drop across the Indo-Gangetic Plain, with Dharuhera in Haryana topping the list. The findings underscore the impact of year-round pollution sources beyond seasonal factors.
Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that 10 percent of the population, referring to upper castes, control the Army and judiciary, while 90 percent from backward communities are excluded from power. He also criticised the Bihar government for unemployment, stating it has turned the state's youth into laborers across the country.
