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At least 15 people were killed and two others were injured after a mini bus carrying devotees rammed into a stationary trailer truck in Rajasthan’s Phalodi on Sunday (Nov 2). The accident happened near Matoda village on the Bharat Mala Highway, the police said. The victims belonged to the Sursagar area in Jodhpur and were returning from the Kolayat temple in Bikaner after offering prayers at the Kapil Muni Ashram.“15 people have lost their lives in a road accident in Phalodi district. Two are injured. The injured persons are undergoing treatment. The affected family have our full support,” Police Commissioner Om Prakash Paswan said.Vikas Rajpurohit, Superintendent of Mathuradas Mathur Hospital, said, “I have received a call from the Police Commissioner to stay alert and ready for the treatment of patients who have met with an accident. There are around 15-16 casualties. We are ready for it.”Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed his condolences to the families of the bereaved. He added that district administration officials have been instructed to ensure proper treatment is provided for all those who were injured in the tragic incident. He also wished for a speedy recovery for the injured and peace for the departed souls.“The loss of lives in the road accident in the Matoda area of Phalodi is extremely tragic and heart-rending. My condolences are with the bereaved families,” Sharma wrote on X. “Instructions have been given to the district administration officials to ensure proper treatment for all the injured. I pray to the Lord to grant peace to the departed souls and provide speedy recovery to the injured.”Former chief minister Ashok Gehlot also mourned the loss of lives. He posted on X, “I have just received the news that 15 people have died in a road accident in Matoda, Phalodi. Hearing this, my heart is extremely saddened. I pray to God to grant a place at His holy feet to all the deceased, give strength to their families, and a speedy recovery to the injured.”

Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed his condolences to the families of the bereaved. He added that district administration officials have been instructed to ensure proper treatment is provided for all those who were injured in the tragic incident.

At least 15 people were killed and two others were injured after a mini bus carrying devotees rammed into a stationary trailer truck in Rajasthan’s Phalodi on Sunday (Nov 2). The accident happened near Matoda village on the Bharat Mala Highway, the police said. The victims belonged to the Sursagar area in Jodhpur and were returning from the Kolayat temple in Bikaner after offering prayers at the Kapil Muni Ashram. “15 people have lost their lives in a road accident in Phalodi district. Two are injured. The injured persons are undergoing treatment. The affected family have our full support,” Police Commissioner Om Prakash Paswan said. Vikas Rajpurohit, Superintendent of Mathuradas Mathur Hospital, said, “I have received a call from the Police Commissioner to stay alert and ready for the treatment of patients who have met with an accident. There are around 15-16 casualties. We are ready for it.” Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed his condolences to the families of the bereaved. He added that district administration officials have been instructed to ensure proper treatment is provided for all those who were injured in the tragic incident. He also wished for a speedy recovery for the injured and peace for the departed souls. “The loss of lives in the road accident in the Matoda area of Phalodi is extremely tragic and heart-rending. My condolences are with the bereaved families,” Sharma wrote on X. “Instructions have been given to the district administration officials to ensure proper treatment for all the injured. I pray to the Lord to grant peace to the departed souls and provide speedy recovery to the injured.” Former chief minister Ashok Gehlot also mourned the loss of lives. He posted on X, “I have just received the news that 15 people have died in a road accident in Matoda, Phalodi. Hearing this, my heart is extremely saddened. I pray to God to grant a place at His holy feet to all the deceased, give strength to their families, and a speedy recovery to the injured.”

Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed his condolences to the families of the bereaved. He added that district administration officials have been instructed to ensure proper treatment is provided for all those who were injured in the tragic incident.

At least 15 killed, two injured after mini bus rams into truck in Rajasthan’s Phalodi

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday emphasised the unpredictability and uncertainty of future threats, remarking that even US President Donald Trump might not know what he will do tomorrow. Dwivedi's remarks came while addressing a gathering of students at the TRS College in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday.&nbsp;“Coming to what lies ahead, what the future holds and the challenges it will bring — in Hindi, we often describe this as asthirta (instability), anischitata (uncertainty), jatilta (complexity), and aspashtata (ambiguity). These four elements sum up what we can expect. Chaar kuch aisi cheez hain agar aapko simple words mein bolun toh aage aane wale din kaise honge yeh na aapko pata hai na mujhe. Kal kya hone wala hai, yeh bhi kisi ko nahi pata. Trump ji aaj kya kar rahe hain, mere khayal se Trump ji ko bhi nahi pata hoga kal kya karne ja rahe hain. (To put it simply, we don’t really know what the future will look like — what we should do, or what might happen tomorrow. Even Mr (Donald) Trump probably doesn’t know what he’s going to do tomorrow,” General Dwivedi said, the Indian Express reported.<h3>Challenges that armed forces face</h3>General Dwivedi pointed out that apart from border challenges, the armed forces also face evolving threats such as terrorism, natural disasters, cyber warfare, and the new frontiers, which involve satellite warfare and chemical, biological, and radiological threats.&nbsp;“Then there’s information warfare… For instance, during Operation Sindoor, there were rumours that Karachi had been attacked. We, too, heard such reports and wondered where they came from and who started them. That’s how fast and confusing things can get,” he said.&nbsp;Sharing the lessons learned from Operation Sindoor, General Dwivedi said, “First, Operation Sindoor wasn’t only about defeating the enemy — it was also about restoring sovereignty, integrity, and peace. When the Prime Minister told me that the operation would be named Sindoor, it reminded me how, during the Kargil war, the Army called its mission Operation Vijay, and the Air Force named its own Operation Safed Sagar. This time, the Prime Minister himself chose the name Operation Sindoor. And what was the biggest benefit of that? The entire nation united under a single name — Sindoor. It resonated emotionally across the country.”&nbsp;Appealing to “Generation Z,” he said that with discipline and the right digital guidance, India has the potential to leap several generations ahead in progress. He also added that this generation will drive India forward in the coming days.&nbsp;“Generation Z is digitally fluent, technologically advanced, socially aware, and globally connected. They have access to information from all over the world. If such a powerful generation receives discipline and proper guidance, India could advance by several generations in just a moment, leap ahead by many ages. So, it means that in the coming days, Generation Z will be the fuel that drives India forward,” he said.

Appealing to “Generation Z,” he said that with discipline and the right digital guidance, India has the potential to leap several generations ahead in progress. He also added that this generation will drive India forward in the coming days.

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday emphasised the unpredictability and uncertainty of future threats, remarking that even US President Donald Trump might not know what he will do tomorrow. Dwivedi's remarks came while addressing a gathering of students at the TRS College in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday. “Coming to what lies ahead, what the future holds and the challenges it will bring — in Hindi, we often describe this as asthirta (instability), anischitata (uncertainty), jatilta (complexity), and aspashtata (ambiguity). These four elements sum up what we can expect. Chaar kuch aisi cheez hain agar aapko simple words mein bolun toh aage aane wale din kaise honge yeh na aapko pata hai na mujhe. Kal kya hone wala hai, yeh bhi kisi ko nahi pata. Trump ji aaj kya kar rahe hain, mere khayal se Trump ji ko bhi nahi pata hoga kal kya karne ja rahe hain. (To put it simply, we don’t really know what the future will look like — what we should do, or what might happen tomorrow. Even Mr (Donald) Trump probably doesn’t know what he’s going to do tomorrow,” General Dwivedi said, the Indian Express reported. Challenges that armed forces face General Dwivedi pointed out that apart from border challenges, the armed forces also face evolving threats such as terrorism, natural disasters, cyber warfare, and the new frontiers, which involve satellite warfare and chemical, biological, and radiological threats. “Then there’s information warfare… For instance, during Operation Sindoor, there were rumours that Karachi had been attacked. We, too, heard such reports and wondered where they came from and who started them. That’s how fast and confusing things can get,” he said. Sharing the lessons learned from Operation Sindoor, General Dwivedi said, “First, Operation Sindoor wasn’t only about defeating the enemy — it was also about restoring sovereignty, integrity, and peace. When the Prime Minister told me that the operation would be named Sindoor, it reminded me how, during the Kargil war, the Army called its mission Operation Vijay, and the Air Force named its own Operation Safed Sagar. This time, the Prime Minister himself chose the name Operation Sindoor. And what was the biggest benefit of that? The entire nation united under a single name — Sindoor. It resonated emotionally across the country.” Appealing to “Generation Z,” he said that with discipline and the right digital guidance, India has the potential to leap several generations ahead in progress. He also added that this generation will drive India forward in the coming days. “Generation Z is digitally fluent, technologically advanced, socially aware, and globally connected. They have access to information from all over the world. If such a powerful generation receives discipline and proper guidance, India could advance by several generations in just a moment, leap ahead by many ages. So, it means that in the coming days, Generation Z will be the fuel that drives India forward,” he said.

Appealing to “Generation Z,” he said that with discipline and the right digital guidance, India has the potential to leap several generations ahead in progress. He also added that this generation will drive India forward in the coming days.

'Even Trump doesn’t know what he’ll do tomorrow': Army Chief Dwivedi’s candid take on rising security threats

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday (Nov 2) launched the country’s heaviest communication satellite CMS-03 (GSAT-7R), marking a milestone for India’s independent satellite capabilities and maritime security. The launch took place aboard the LVM3-M5 rocket, also known as ‘Bahubali’ of Indian rockets, from the second launch pad of the Satish Dhawan Space Station in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 5:26 pm.&nbsp;“Liftoff! #LVM3M5 launches #CMS03 from SDSC SHAR, carrying India’s heaviest communication satellite to GTO,” ISRO wrote on X. Adding an update in another post, it said, “LVM3-M5/CMS-03 Mission Update: CMS-03 separated successfully. Perfect injection.” &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Liftoff! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LVM3M5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LVM3M5</a> launches <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CMS03?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CMS03</a> from SDSC SHAR, carrying India’s heaviest communication satellite to GTO. Youtube URL:<a href="https://t.co/gFKB0A1GJE">https://t.co/gFKB0A1GJE</a> For more Information Visit<a href="https://t.co/yfpU5OTEc5">https://t.co/yfpU5OTEc5</a>&mdash; ISRO (@isro) <a href="https://twitter.com/isro/status/1984952762099274035?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The mission marks the fifth operational flight of the LVM3 vehicle. The rocket was last used during the Chandrayaan-3 &nbsp;launch on July 14, 2023.&nbsp;Following the launch, ISRO chief Dr V Narayanan announced that the Indian space agency successfully conducted an in-orbit test of the indigenously developed C25 cryogenic stage.&nbsp;“LVM3-M5 successfully injected into the required orbit precisely. This is the 8th consecutive successful launch by LVM3. CMS-03 is the heaviest satellite placed in GTO orbit. The vehicle performance was enhanced to increase its payload capacity by 10 per cent,” he said.&nbsp;He further added, “The satellite has a life of 15 years and carries a host of new technologies. We accomplished this mission despite the difficult weather conditions. The launch also had the reignition of the C20 cryogenic engine for the first time after placing the satellite. This will help in placing satellites in multiple orbits using LVM3.”&nbsp;The satellite would enhance the space-based communications and maritime domain awareness capabilities for the Navy with indigenous, state-of-the-art components specifically designed to meet the operational requirements of the Indian Navy.&nbsp;“This satellite is India's heaviest communication satellite to date, weighing approximately more than 4,400 kg, and includes many indigenous state-of-the-art components developed specifically to meet the Indian Navy’s operational requirements,” the Indian Navy said.&nbsp;Congratulating ISRO on the successful launch, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X, “Our space sector continues to make us proud!”&nbsp;“Congratulations ISRO on the successful launch of India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03. Powered by our space scientists, it is commendable how our space sector has become synonymous with excellence and innovation. Their successes have furthered national progress and empowered countless lives,” he said. &nbsp;

The launch took place aboard the LVM3-M5 rocket, also known as ‘Bahubali’ of Indian rockets, from Sriharikota at 5:26 pm IST.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday (Nov 2) launched the country’s heaviest communication satellite CMS-03 (GSAT-7R), marking a milestone for India’s independent satellite capabilities and maritime security. The launch took place aboard the LVM3-M5 rocket, also known as ‘Bahubali’ of Indian rockets, from the second launch pad of the Satish Dhawan Space Station in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 5:26 pm. “Liftoff! #LVM3M5 launches #CMS03 from SDSC SHAR, carrying India’s heaviest communication satellite to GTO,” ISRO wrote on X. Adding an update in another post, it said, “LVM3-M5/CMS-03 Mission Update: CMS-03 separated successfully. Perfect injection.”

The launch took place aboard the LVM3-M5 rocket, also known as ‘Bahubali’ of Indian rockets, from Sriharikota at 5:26 pm IST.

Liftoff! ISRO launches India’s heaviest satellite CMS-03 aboard ‘Bahubali’ rocket

Following the arrest of JDU's Mokama candidate Anant Singh in connection with the murder case of Dularchand Yadav, Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar said that more than 80 people have been arrested, linked to these cases, including the clash on October 30 and investigation was being conducted. DGP Vinay Kumar said, "SSP Patna made it clear in the press briefing how the arrests were made. This is now a matter of investigation. Only after the investigation will we know whose intentions were what. In the incident that occurred, Dularchand Yadav died. A clash occurred there. Supporters of both candidates, who were travelling in vehicles, clashed with each other. There was stone pelting as well. Cases have been registered in connection with all of these, and more than 80 people have been arrested in all of these cases, including this murder case. "Those found involved in the incidents are being arrested. Arrests are based on evidence. The weapon has not been recovered yet. Efforts are underway to recover it. First, it's being established who fired the shots. Once the weapon is recovered, forensic investigations will be conducted," he further said. Anant Kumar Singh, the Janata Dal (United) candidate from Mokama, was arrested in the early hours today by Patna Police in connection with the murder case of a Jan Suraaj supporter, Dularchand Yadav, the Patna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartikeya Sharma said. Jan Suraaj Party's candidate, Piyush Priyadarshi, told ANI over the phone that Anant Singh should have been arrested sooner, as he added, "This is a good gesture, but it would have been good had they taken action sooner. Today, he was moving around in a convoy of 50 vehicles and even participated in election campaigning. When an FIR was registered against him, he should have been arrested sooner. But better late than never." On October 30, Dularchand Yadav was killed during firing between the two sides while campaigning for the Bihar assembly elections in Mokama. SSP said Anant Singh has been arrested along with two associates, Manikant Thakur and Ranjeet Ram. All three will be presented before the magistrate. "On 30 October, there was a clash between two groups of competing candidates. Stones were pelted, resulting in injuries. A dead body was recovered after the incident. The deceased, Dularchand Yadav, aged 75 years, was a resident of the village where this clash occurred... Both sides registered complaints, and the police began investigating the case... Based on evidence, eyewitness accounts, and the post-mortem report of the deceased, it appears that the Model Code of Conduct was violated, which is a serious issue. It was found that all this happened in the presence of the candidate, Anant Singh, who is also the main accused in the case. Anant Singh has been arrested. His accomplices, Manikant Thakur and Ranjeet Ram, have also been arrested with him... All three will be presented before the magistrate, and due investigation will follow," SSP Patna, Kartikeya K Sharma said while addressing the media on Sunday. On Saturday, two station house officers (SHOs) were suspended in connection with the murder case, officials confirmed. According to the Rural Superintendent of Police (SP) of Patna, Ghoswari SHO Madhusudan Kumar and Bhadaur SHO Ravi Ranjan have been suspended in the case. Meanwhile, the Election Commission of India (ECI) ordered the immediate transfer of key administrative and police officials posted from the Mokama Assembly constituency and directed disciplinary action against them. According to an official statement from the poll body, the Commission has approved the transfer of Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Barh-cum-Returning Officer, Chandan Kumar; Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Barh-1, Rakesh Kumar; and SDPO Barh-2, Abhishek Singh, in connection with Mokama Assembly Constituency.

Anant Kumar Singh, the Janata Dal (United) candidate from Mokama, was arrested in the early hours today by Patna Police in connection with the murder case of a Jan Suraaj supporter, Dularchand Yadav.

Following the arrest of JDU's Mokama candidate Anant Singh in connection with the murder case of Dularchand Yadav, Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar said that more than 80 people have been arrested, linked to these cases, including the clash on October 30 and investigation was being conducted. DGP Vinay Kumar said, "SSP Patna made it clear in the press briefing how the arrests were made. This is now a matter of investigation. Only after the investigation will we know whose intentions were what. In the incident that occurred, Dularchand Yadav died. A clash occurred there. Supporters of both candidates, who were travelling in vehicles, clashed with each other. There was stone pelting as well. Cases have been registered in connection with all of these, and more than 80 people have been arrested in all of these cases, including this murder case. "Those found involved in the incidents are being arrested. Arrests are based on evidence. The weapon has not been recovered yet. Efforts are underway to recover it. First, it's being established who fired the shots. Once the weapon is recovered, forensic investigations will be conducted," he further said. Anant Kumar Singh, the Janata Dal (United) candidate from Mokama, was arrested in the early hours today by Patna Police in connection with the murder case of a Jan Suraaj supporter, Dularchand Yadav, the Patna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartikeya Sharma said. Jan Suraaj Party's candidate, Piyush Priyadarshi, told ANI over the phone that Anant Singh should have been arrested sooner, as he added, "This is a good gesture, but it would have been good had they taken action sooner. Today, he was moving around in a convoy of 50 vehicles and even participated in election campaigning. When an FIR was registered against him, he should have been arrested sooner. But better late than never." On October 30, Dularchand Yadav was killed during firing between the two sides while campaigning for the Bihar assembly elections in Mokama. SSP said Anant Singh has been arrested along with two associates, Manikant Thakur and Ranjeet Ram. All three will be presented before the magistrate. "On 30 October, there was a clash between two groups of competing candidates. Stones were pelted, resulting in injuries. A dead body was recovered after the incident. The deceased, Dularchand Yadav, aged 75 years, was a resident of the village where this clash occurred... Both sides registered complaints, and the police began investigating the case... Based on evidence, eyewitness accounts, and the post-mortem report of the deceased, it appears that the Model Code of Conduct was violated, which is a serious issue. It was found that all this happened in the presence of the candidate, Anant Singh, who is also the main accused in the case. Anant Singh has been arrested. His accomplices, Manikant Thakur and Ranjeet Ram, have also been arrested with him... All three will be presented before the magistrate, and due investigation will follow," SSP Patna, Kartikeya K Sharma said while addressing the media on Sunday. On Saturday, two station house officers (SHOs) were suspended in connection with the murder case, officials confirmed. According to the Rural Superintendent of Police (SP) of Patna, Ghoswari SHO Madhusudan Kumar and Bhadaur SHO Ravi Ranjan have been suspended in the case. Meanwhile, the Election Commission of India (ECI) ordered the immediate transfer of key administrative and police officials posted from the Mokama Assembly constituency and directed disciplinary action against them. According to an official statement from the poll body, the Commission has approved the transfer of Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Barh-cum-Returning Officer, Chandan Kumar; Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Barh-1, Rakesh Kumar; and SDPO Barh-2, Abhishek Singh, in connection with Mokama Assembly Constituency.

Anant Kumar Singh, the Janata Dal (United) candidate from Mokama, was arrested in the early hours today by Patna Police in connection with the murder case of a Jan Suraaj supporter, Dularchand Yadav.

More than 80 arrested in connection with murder of Dularchand Yadav

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched an attack on the Congress on Sunday (Nov 2), saying that the party and Pakistan have still not recovered from ‘Operation Sindoor’. Speaking at a campaign rally in Arrah for the Bihar assembly elections, PM Modi said that the ‘royal family’, referring to the Gandhis, lost their sleep when blasts were happening in Pakistan.“When blasts were happening in Pakistan, the Congress ‘royal family’ lost their sleep. To date, both Pakistan and Congress namdaars haven’t recovered from Operation Sindoor.”The prime minister added that it was “Modi’s guarantee” that Article 370 would be scrapped, and it has been with the Constitution of India now in force in Jammu and Kashmir.“We had vowed to beat the terrorists on their home turf. And we fulfilled that promise again with Operation Sindoor, which has made the nation proud,” he added.Slamming the Congress over its alliance with the RJD in Bihar, PM Modi said that the party never wanted Tejashwi Yadav to be their chief ministerial candidate but was pressured to do so. He added that there is a “huge conflict” between the two parties and that they cannot be relied on to form a government.“There is a huge conflict between the RJD and the Congress. Congress’s demands were not taken into account in the manifesto... There is so much hatred between them before the elections, and after the elections, they will turn on each other. They cannot be trusted…” PM Modi said.PM Modi said that the manifesto of Mahagathbandhan is a bundle of lies. “The manifesto of the NDA alliance is an honest declaration and on the other hand, the manifesto of Mahagathbandhan is a bundle of lies... This is public, they know this all,” he said.He also said, “It is our resolve that the youth of Bihar will work in Bihar and make a name for it. For this, we have promised to provide 1 crore employment opportunities in the coming days. This isn’t just an announcement - we have presented a concrete plan to make it happen.”

Slamming the Congress over its alliance with the RJD in Bihar, PM Modi said that the party never wanted Tejashwi Yadav to be their chief ministerial candidate but was pressured to do so.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched an attack on the Congress on Sunday (Nov 2), saying that the party and Pakistan have still not recovered from ‘Operation Sindoor’. Speaking at a campaign rally in Arrah for the Bihar assembly elections, PM Modi said that the ‘royal family’, referring to the Gandhis, lost their sleep when blasts were happening in Pakistan. “When blasts were happening in Pakistan, the Congress ‘royal family’ lost their sleep. To date, both Pakistan and Congress namdaars haven’t recovered from Operation Sindoor.” The prime minister added that it was “Modi’s guarantee” that Article 370 would be scrapped, and it has been with the Constitution of India now in force in Jammu and Kashmir. “We had vowed to beat the terrorists on their home turf. And we fulfilled that promise again with Operation Sindoor, which has made the nation proud,” he added. Slamming the Congress over its alliance with the RJD in Bihar, PM Modi said that the party never wanted Tejashwi Yadav to be their chief ministerial candidate but was pressured to do so. He added that there is a “huge conflict” between the two parties and that they cannot be relied on to form a government. “There is a huge conflict between the RJD and the Congress. Congress’s demands were not taken into account in the manifesto... There is so much hatred between them before the elections, and after the elections, they will turn on each other. They cannot be trusted…” PM Modi said. PM Modi said that the manifesto of Mahagathbandhan is a bundle of lies. “The manifesto of the NDA alliance is an honest declaration and on the other hand, the manifesto of Mahagathbandhan is a bundle of lies... This is public, they know this all,” he said. He also said, “It is our resolve that the youth of Bihar will work in Bihar and make a name for it. For this, we have promised to provide 1 crore employment opportunities in the coming days. This isn’t just an announcement - we have presented a concrete plan to make it happen.”

Slamming the Congress over its alliance with the RJD in Bihar, PM Modi said that the party never wanted Tejashwi Yadav to be their chief ministerial candidate but was pressured to do so.

‘Pakistan and Congress haven’t recovered from Operation Sindoor’: PM Modi slams ‘royal family’ at Bihar rally

In a vibrant celebration of athleticism and unity, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today felicitated the winners of the Kashmir Marathon 2025 at a grand ceremony held in Srinagar. The event, featuring full and half marathons of 42 km and 21 km respectively, was organised by the Jammu &amp; Kashmir Tourism Department and drew an impressive 1,100 runners from 27 states and Union Territories, as well as 11 foreign countries, marking it as a mega international spectacle in the Union Territory.Addressing the participants, marathon enthusiasts, and officials, the Lieutenant Governor hailed the indomitable spirit of the 1,100 runners as a powerful testament to the marathon's role in fostering unity and brotherhood through shared experiences."Within just two years since its inception, the Kashmir Marathon has emerged as one of the most prestigious running tournaments in the country. It has instilled a deep sense of pride and passion among the people, inspiring a new generation of runners. I am confident that in the near future, the Kashmir Marathon will generate even greater interest and participation, serving as a major economic catalyst for our tourism sector," Sinha remarked.Highlighting the marathon's significance amid the profound transformations in Jammu &amp; Kashmir since 2019, the Lieutenant Governor conveyed to international participants that these positive changes have been made possible under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi."Jammu and Kashmir is the crown jewel of India, blessed with rich heritage and vibrant culture. It is a paradise on earth, renowned for its natural beauty and timeless ideals of humanism, communal harmony, and peace. I am grateful to Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji for the historic transformation in this land, building a Jammu and Kashmir that seamlessly harmonises modernity and spirituality. Today, it marches forward with unwavering passion and resolve," he added.Sinha urged the people of Jammu &amp; Kashmir to leverage the opportunities presented by the Kashmir Marathon to showcase the UT's immense potential on the global stage."Let us utilise this international event to highlight our priceless cultural heritage, arts, crafts, and unique traditions. Let this grand running spectacle become a powerful medium to showcase the change and our achievements. Let us project our handicrafts, handlooms, and tourism sector onto the world map," the Lieutenant Governor appealed.The felicitation ceremony was attended by Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo; Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, Dr Ashish Chandra Verma; Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Shri Anshul Garg; DIG Central Kashmir Range, Shri Rajiv Pandey; SSP Srinagar, Dr GV Sundeep Chakravarthy; Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Shri Akshay Labroo; and other senior officials from the civil and police administration.Adding star power to the occasion, film actor Shri Suniel Shetty, along with prominent citizens, sportspersons, and a large gathering of youth, graced the event.

Sinha urged the people of Jammu & Kashmir to leverage the opportunities presented by the Kashmir Marathon to showcase the UT's immense potential on the global stage.

In a vibrant celebration of athleticism and unity, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today felicitated the winners of the Kashmir Marathon 2025 at a grand ceremony held in Srinagar. The event, featuring full and half marathons of 42 km and 21 km respectively, was organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Tourism Department and drew an impressive 1,100 runners from 27 states and Union Territories, as well as 11 foreign countries, marking it as a mega international spectacle in the Union Territory. Addressing the participants, marathon enthusiasts, and officials, the Lieutenant Governor hailed the indomitable spirit of the 1,100 runners as a powerful testament to the marathon's role in fostering unity and brotherhood through shared experiences. "Within just two years since its inception, the Kashmir Marathon has emerged as one of the most prestigious running tournaments in the country. It has instilled a deep sense of pride and passion among the people, inspiring a new generation of runners. I am confident that in the near future, the Kashmir Marathon will generate even greater interest and participation, serving as a major economic catalyst for our tourism sector," Sinha remarked. Highlighting the marathon's significance amid the profound transformations in Jammu & Kashmir since 2019, the Lieutenant Governor conveyed to international participants that these positive changes have been made possible under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Jammu and Kashmir is the crown jewel of India, blessed with rich heritage and vibrant culture. It is a paradise on earth, renowned for its natural beauty and timeless ideals of humanism, communal harmony, and peace. I am grateful to Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji for the historic transformation in this land, building a Jammu and Kashmir that seamlessly harmonises modernity and spirituality. Today, it marches forward with unwavering passion and resolve," he added. Sinha urged the people of Jammu & Kashmir to leverage the opportunities presented by the Kashmir Marathon to showcase the UT's immense potential on the global stage. "Let us utilise this international event to highlight our priceless cultural heritage, arts, crafts, and unique traditions. Let this grand running spectacle become a powerful medium to showcase the change and our achievements. Let us project our handicrafts, handlooms, and tourism sector onto the world map," the Lieutenant Governor appealed. The felicitation ceremony was attended by Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo; Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, Dr Ashish Chandra Verma; Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Shri Anshul Garg; DIG Central Kashmir Range, Shri Rajiv Pandey; SSP Srinagar, Dr GV Sundeep Chakravarthy; Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Shri Akshay Labroo; and other senior officials from the civil and police administration. Adding star power to the occasion, film actor Shri Suniel Shetty, along with prominent citizens, sportspersons, and a large gathering of youth, graced the event.

Sinha urged the people of Jammu &amp; Kashmir to leverage the opportunities presented by the Kashmir Marathon to showcase the UT's immense potential on the global stage.

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha felicitates winners of Kashmir Marathon 2025 in Srinagar

The air quality of Delhi deteriorated further on Sunday, November 2 and fell into the ‘severe’ category with an overall AQI reading marking more than 400, compared to 303 the day before. The rise of AQI levels in the national capital marks a sharp escalation in pollution levels within 24 hours.&nbsp;On Sunday, the air quality at AIIMS Delhi and surrounding areas was recorded in the ‘severe’ category, showing the reading of AQI to 421 after a thick smoke and fog blanketed Delhi, reducing the visibility level sharply, according to a report in news agency ANI.&nbsp;The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that a layer of shallow fog mixed with smoke covered multiple parts of the city. An IMD expert said the poor visibility resulted from the combined impact of both smoke and fog.&nbsp;Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) showed that several monitoring stations across the capital recorded air quality in the ‘severe’ range, while some locations remained in the ‘very poor’ category.&nbsp;At 8 am, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was reported as follows: Anand Vihar (298), Alipur (258), Ashok Vihar (404), Chandni Chowk (414), Dwarka Sector-8 (407), ITO (312), Mandir Marg (367), Okhla Phase-2 (382), Patparganj (378), Punjabi Bagh (403), RK Puram (421), Lodhi Road (364), Rohini (415), and Sirifort (403).<h3>Stage 2 of GRAP invoked</h3>Most readings placed the air of the city firmly in the ‘severe’ or ‘very poor’ zones. Since Diwali, several areas across Delhi-NCR have consistently recorded ‘poor’ to ‘very poor’ air quality levels, even as Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) remains in force.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has already announced to double the parking fees in Delhi after the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage II was invoked after the air quality deteriorated further. The decision was followed in order to discourage the use of private vehicles, and doubled the parking charges for off-road and indoor parking areas managed by the NDMC.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that a layer of shallow fog mixed with smoke covered multiple parts of the city. An IMD expert said the poor visibility resulted from the combined impact of both smoke and fog.

The air quality of Delhi deteriorated further on Sunday, November 2 and fell into the ‘severe’ category with an overall AQI reading marking more than 400, compared to 303 the day before. The rise of AQI levels in the national capital marks a sharp escalation in pollution levels within 24 hours. On Sunday, the air quality at AIIMS Delhi and surrounding areas was recorded in the ‘severe’ category, showing the reading of AQI to 421 after a thick smoke and fog blanketed Delhi, reducing the visibility level sharply, according to a report in news agency ANI. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that a layer of shallow fog mixed with smoke covered multiple parts of the city. An IMD expert said the poor visibility resulted from the combined impact of both smoke and fog. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) showed that several monitoring stations across the capital recorded air quality in the ‘severe’ range, while some locations remained in the ‘very poor’ category. At 8 am, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was reported as follows: Anand Vihar (298), Alipur (258), Ashok Vihar (404), Chandni Chowk (414), Dwarka Sector-8 (407), ITO (312), Mandir Marg (367), Okhla Phase-2 (382), Patparganj (378), Punjabi Bagh (403), RK Puram (421), Lodhi Road (364), Rohini (415), and Sirifort (403). Stage 2 of GRAP invoked Most readings placed the air of the city firmly in the ‘severe’ or ‘very poor’ zones. Since Diwali, several areas across Delhi-NCR have consistently recorded ‘poor’ to ‘very poor’ air quality levels, even as Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) remains in force. Meanwhile, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has already announced to double the parking fees in Delhi after the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage II was invoked after the air quality deteriorated further. The decision was followed in order to discourage the use of private vehicles, and doubled the parking charges for off-road and indoor parking areas managed by the NDMC.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that a layer of shallow fog mixed with smoke covered multiple parts of the city. An IMD expert said the poor visibility resulted from the combined impact of both smoke and fog.

Delhi air quality dips to ‘severe’ category as thick fog blanket city, AQI crosses 400 Mark

GSAT-7R or CMS-03, India's largest military communications satellite, will enable secure and real-time data, video, and voice connectivity between Indian Navy ships, submarines, aircraft, and Maritime Operations Centres, the Navy said. This indigenously built satellite is to be launched by India's largest rocket LVM3 from ISRO's Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 5:26 pm Sunday (2nd Nov).The 4,400 kg GSAT-7R is India's heaviest military communication satellite and the heaviest satellite that will be launched from home soil. According to the Indian Navy, the satellite carries components that were specifically developed to meet its operational requirements. The satellite is meant to provide telecommunications coverage across the Indian Ocean region and enhance the Navy's space-based communications and maritime domain awareness capabilities.After liftoff at 5:26 pm on Sunday, the three-stage rocket is expected to complete the mission in about 16 minutes. The satellite will be hurled into a lower initial orbit and then gradually raised into the destined orbit over the next few weeks.Eventually, all heavy communication satellites are placed in geostationary orbit, which is about 36,000 km above the Earth's equator. From there, the satellite will be able to provide coverage for about one-third of the Earth. In this case, the CMS-03 will be placed above India, so that it can provide coverage in the vast maritime region surrounding India.The CMS-03/GSAT-7R is a replacement for the ageing GSAT-7 that ISRO built for the Indian Navy in 2013. The 2,650 kg GSAT-7 was launched from overseas aboard Europe's Ariane rocket in August 2013, as ISRO did not possess the capability to lift such a heavy satellite at the time. Therefore, ISRO paid the European firm to ferry the Indian satellite to space.&nbsp; &nbsp;

India will launch GSAT-7R (CMS-03), its largest military communication satellite, aboard the LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota at 5:26 pm on Sunday (Nov 2). Weighing 4,400 kg, the indigenously built satellite will boost secure naval communication and replace the ageing GSAT-7 launched in 2013.


GSAT-7R or CMS-03, India's largest military communications satellite, will enable secure and real-time data, video, and voice connectivity between Indian Navy ships, submarines, aircraft, and Maritime Operations Centres, the Navy said. This indigenously built satellite is to be launched by India's largest rocket LVM3 from ISRO's Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 5:26 pm Sunday (2nd Nov). The 4,400 kg GSAT-7R is India's heaviest military communication satellite and the heaviest satellite that will be launched from home soil. According to the Indian Navy, the satellite carries components that were specifically developed to meet its operational requirements. The satellite is meant to provide telecommunications coverage across the Indian Ocean region and enhance the Navy's space-based communications and maritime domain awareness capabilities. After liftoff at 5:26 pm on Sunday, the three-stage rocket is expected to complete the mission in about 16 minutes. The satellite will be hurled into a lower initial orbit and then gradually raised into the destined orbit over the next few weeks. Eventually, all heavy communication satellites are placed in geostationary orbit, which is about 36,000 km above the Earth's equator. From there, the satellite will be able to provide coverage for about one-third of the Earth. In this case, the CMS-03 will be placed above India, so that it can provide coverage in the vast maritime region surrounding India. The CMS-03/GSAT-7R is a replacement for the ageing GSAT-7 that ISRO built for the Indian Navy in 2013. The 2,650 kg GSAT-7 was launched from overseas aboard Europe's Ariane rocket in August 2013, as ISRO did not possess the capability to lift such a heavy satellite at the time. Therefore, ISRO paid the European firm to ferry the Indian satellite to space.

India will launch GSAT-7R (CMS-03), its largest military communication satellite, aboard the LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota at 5:26 pm on Sunday (Nov 2). Weighing 4,400 kg, the indigenously built satellite will boost secure naval communication and replace the ageing GSAT-7 launched in 2013.

ISRO's GSAT-7R will enable real-time data and video link for Indian Navy's ships, aircraft

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday (Nov 1) renewed warnings of a "two-front war", while accusing neighbour India of trying to keep Islamabad engaged on both its eastern and western borders. In an interview, the Pakistan Defence minister repeated his allegations that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy," but did not offer any proof to back the claim. Asif's comments come days after Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire following last month's deadly border clashes.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/post-operation-sindoor-pakistan-grants-visas-to-over-2-000-indian-sikh-pilgrims-for-guru-nanak-birth-anniversary-1761978497305">Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan grants visas to over 2,000 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak birth anniversary</a><h2>What did Khwaja Asif say now?</h2>Speaking to Geo News, Asif alleged that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy" to destabilise Pakistan. He claimed that "India seeks to keep Pakistan preoccupied on two fronts: the eastern and western". He was referring to recent Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes on the nation's western border and conflict with India on the eastern border, which in May saw New Delhi launch anti-terror Operation Sindoor. Asif failed to present any proof to back his claims but insisted, "If necessary, we will present proof."The Pak defence minister went further to claim that New Delhi has been "waging a proxy war against Pakistan since the Ashraf Ghani era." He also claimed that India "could play dirty at the border" but said that Pakistan was prepared for a "two-front war".Asif's latest comments follow his earlier claims that India continues to influence the Taliban government in Kabul. "The people in Kabul pulling the strings and staging the puppet show are being controlled by Delhi," he said, reiterating his accusation that Afghanistan’s leadership was being manipulated by India.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/this-country-has-banned-smoking-for-everyone-born-after-2007-even-tourists-1761991994246">THIS country has banned smoking for everyone born after 2007 — even tourists</a><h2>Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions</h2>Tensions between Islamabad and Kabul escalated last month when border clashes killed several soldiers on both sides. The violence coincided with a visit to India by Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, which Pakistan has viewed with suspicion. Following mediation efforts by Qatar and Turkey, both countries agreed to maintain a ceasefire during talks held in Istanbul earlier this week. Asif said he was hopeful that the truce would hold and that "mediation by friendly nations" would lead to a lasting settlement.&nbsp;

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has once again accused India of using Afghanistan as a “proxy” to destabilise Pakistan. But did he share proof to back the claim? Here's what he said.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday (Nov 1) renewed warnings of a "two-front war", while accusing neighbour India of trying to keep Islamabad engaged on both its eastern and western borders. In an interview, the Pakistan Defence minister repeated his allegations that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy," but did not offer any proof to back the claim. Asif's comments come days after Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire following last month's deadly border clashes. Also read | Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan grants visas to over 2,000 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak birth anniversary What did Khwaja Asif say now? Speaking to Geo News, Asif alleged that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy" to destabilise Pakistan. He claimed that "India seeks to keep Pakistan preoccupied on two fronts: the eastern and western". He was referring to recent Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes on the nation's western border and conflict with India on the eastern border, which in May saw New Delhi launch anti-terror Operation Sindoor. Asif failed to present any proof to back his claims but insisted, "If necessary, we will present proof." The Pak defence minister went further to claim that New Delhi has been "waging a proxy war against Pakistan since the Ashraf Ghani era." He also claimed that India "could play dirty at the border" but said that Pakistan was prepared for a "two-front war". Asif's latest comments follow his earlier claims that India continues to influence the Taliban government in Kabul. "The people in Kabul pulling the strings and staging the puppet show are being controlled by Delhi," he said, reiterating his accusation that Afghanistan’s leadership was being manipulated by India. Also read | THIS country has banned smoking for everyone born after 2007 — even tourists Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions Tensions between Islamabad and Kabul escalated last month when border clashes killed several soldiers on both sides. The violence coincided with a visit to India by Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, which Pakistan has viewed with suspicion. Following mediation efforts by Qatar and Turkey, both countries agreed to maintain a ceasefire during talks held in Istanbul earlier this week. Asif said he was hopeful that the truce would hold and that "mediation by friendly nations" would lead to a lasting settlement.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has once again accused India of using Afghanistan as a “proxy” to destabilise Pakistan. But did he share proof to back the claim? Here's what he said.

Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif revives anti-India rant, claims New Delhi ‘using Afghanistan as proxy’. Where's the proof?

New Delhi: India’s state-run shipbuilding company inked a pact this week that could extend its tech know-how far beyond the shores of India. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), a Mini-Ratna state-owned shipyard under the Ministry of Defence, signed a memorandum of understanding with Dubai-based MCI World LLC, aiming to muscle into the lucrative ship-repair market of the Middle East and North Africa.&nbsp;&nbsp;The agreement, unveiled amid the glitz of India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, underscores Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s blueprint to transform India’s shipyards into a global powerhouse, under the “Maritime Amrit Kaal” vision that eyes 2047 as the horizon for self-reliance and export dominance.&nbsp;IMW 2025, co-hosted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Indian Ports Association, drew a constellation of heavyweights: Over 100 international exhibitors, from port czars to tech wizards. The five-day affair, which wrapped up Friday, was graced by PM Modi himself at its kickoff, and a phalanx of ministers.&nbsp;&nbsp;At the heart of HSL’s outreach was the MCI deal, a strategic beachhead in the Gulf. Under the MoU, the Dubai firm will closely cooperate with HSL even as the latter looks to service to MENA clients, potentially funneling repairs to Visakhapatnam—HSL’s home base on India’s eastern seaboard.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is widely believed that the global ship-repair market will be worth billions of dollars and this MoU fits a broader mosaic of agreements HSL notched during the week, blending domestic muscle with foreign flair. A tie-up with the Dredging Corporation of India for docking and overhauling dredgers, bolstering coastal infrastructure, collaboration with the Indian Ports Association to align with national shipbuilding drives, a contract with Visakhapatnam Port Authority to build a 60-tonne bollard-pull tug, a workhorse for harbour towing and a partnership with the Centre of Excellence in Maritime and Shipbuilding for AI and robotics training. These aren’t isolated handshakes but India's increased focus on “Atmanirbhar Bharat” or self-reliant India, reimagined through public-private alchemy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, at the end of the maritime week, announced over ₹12 lakh crore in investments through 600+ MoUs at India Maritime Week 2025. He pointed out, “India’s growing leadership in sustainable port-led development and its emergence as a key driver of the global blue economy.”

The agreement, unveiled amid the glitz of India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, underscores Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s blueprint to transform India’s shipyards into a global powerhouse, under the “Maritime Amrit Kaal” vision that eyes 2047 as the horizon for self-reliance and export dominance.

New Delhi: India’s state-run shipbuilding company inked a pact this week that could extend its tech know-how far beyond the shores of India. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), a Mini-Ratna state-owned shipyard under the Ministry of Defence, signed a memorandum of understanding with Dubai-based MCI World LLC, aiming to muscle into the lucrative ship-repair market of the Middle East and North Africa. The agreement, unveiled amid the glitz of India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, underscores Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s blueprint to transform India’s shipyards into a global powerhouse, under the “Maritime Amrit Kaal” vision that eyes 2047 as the horizon for self-reliance and export dominance. IMW 2025, co-hosted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Indian Ports Association, drew a constellation of heavyweights: Over 100 international exhibitors, from port czars to tech wizards. The five-day affair, which wrapped up Friday, was graced by PM Modi himself at its kickoff, and a phalanx of ministers. At the heart of HSL’s outreach was the MCI deal, a strategic beachhead in the Gulf. Under the MoU, the Dubai firm will closely cooperate with HSL even as the latter looks to service to MENA clients, potentially funneling repairs to Visakhapatnam—HSL’s home base on India’s eastern seaboard. It is widely believed that the global ship-repair market will be worth billions of dollars and this MoU fits a broader mosaic of agreements HSL notched during the week, blending domestic muscle with foreign flair. A tie-up with the Dredging Corporation of India for docking and overhauling dredgers, bolstering coastal infrastructure, collaboration with the Indian Ports Association to align with national shipbuilding drives, a contract with Visakhapatnam Port Authority to build a 60-tonne bollard-pull tug, a workhorse for harbour towing and a partnership with the Centre of Excellence in Maritime and Shipbuilding for AI and robotics training. These aren’t isolated handshakes but India's increased focus on “Atmanirbhar Bharat” or self-reliant India, reimagined through public-private alchemy. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, at the end of the maritime week, announced over ₹12 lakh crore in investments through 600+ MoUs at India Maritime Week 2025. He pointed out, “India’s growing leadership in sustainable port-led development and its emergence as a key driver of the global blue economy.”

The agreement, unveiled amid the glitz of India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, underscores Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s blueprint to transform India’s shipyards into a global powerhouse, under the “Maritime Amrit Kaal” vision that eyes 2047 as the horizon for self-reliance and export dominance.

India’s shipyards set sail for global ambition as key pacts inked

Patna Police on Saturday arrested JD(U) candidate from Mokama, Anant Singh, in connection with the murder of Jan Suraaj worker Dularchand Yadav. A police team, led by Patna SSP, reached Anant Singh’s Kargil Market residence in Barh and took him into custody. Singh is being brought to Patna for questioning. Dular Chand Yadav, a Jan Suraaj Party supporter, died due to a ruptured lung and multiple rib fractures during election campaigning in Mokama, Patna. The autopsy ruled out gunshot as the cause of death. The violence broke out on Thursday during campaigning for the Assembly elections when two groups clashed and opened fire.&nbsp;&nbsp;Police had registered three FIRs related to the incident and arrested two people. The FIR, lodged by Yadav’s grandson, named Anant Singh and four others as accused. The second FIR was filed by the rival faction, while the third was registered by the police based on their own investigation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-india-wants-to-keep-pakistan-busy-engaged-in-conflict-defence-minister-khawaja-asif-1762022985356">‘India wants to keep Pakistan busy, engaged in conflict’: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif</a><h2>‘Attack a conspiracy of former RJD MP Surajbhan Singh’</h2>&nbsp;Anant Singh, a well-known local strongman, has alleged that the attack was a conspiracy orchestrated by former RJD MP Surajbhan Singh, husband of RJD candidate Veena Devi.“We were meeting people and asking for votes when supporters of another candidate started shouting slogans. I told my supporters not to respond and moved ahead. Surajbhan’s people attacked our vehicles. Dularchand was the first to raise his hand. This entire game is being played by Surajbhan Singh,” Anant Singh claimed.&nbsp;The murder of Dularchand Yadav has heightened tensions in Mokama. During Yadav’s funeral procession, stones were reportedly pelted at the vehicle of RJD candidate and strongman Surajbhan Singh’s wife, damaging the car. Surajbhan Singh and his wife Veena Devi urged the Election Commission to intervene in the matter.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/haryana-youth-headed-to-us-via-dunki-route-killed-in-guatemala-after-ransom-demands-by-traffickers-1762018565370">Haryana youth headed to US via ‘Dunki’ route, killed in Guatemala after ransom demands by traffickers</a>&nbsp;A case was registered against Anant Singh and his five supporters. The FIR, filed on the complaint of Yadav’s relative Neeraj Kumar, says that Anant Singh fired the bullet that hit Yadav in the thigh before his supporters beat him and ran him over with a vehicle.Anant Singh’s supporters have also lodged an FIR accusing Jan Suraaj candidate Piyush Priyadarshi and four others, Lakhan Mahto, Nitish Mahto, Ishwar Mahto, and Ajay Mahto, of involvement in the incident.&nbsp;<h2>Two SHOs suspended after murder of Dular Chand Yadav</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, two station house officers (SHOs) have been suspended in connection with the murder of Dular Chand Yadav, officials confirmed on Saturday (November 1).&nbsp;Ghoswari SHO Madhusudan Kumar and Bhadaur SHO Ravi Ranjan have been suspended in the case.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-why-not-reciprocate-and-engage-with-hinduism-too-hindu-american-foundation-asks-jd-vance-1762009614746">‘Why not reciprocate and engage with Hinduism too,’ Hindu American Foundation asks JD Vance</a>&nbsp;Taking firm action, the Election Commission on Saturday ordered the replacement of the superintendent of police (SP), Patna Rural, and the Mokama returning officer. The poll panel also called for initiation of disciplinary proceedings against Mokama returning officer Chandan Kumar and two sub-divisional police officers, Rakesh Kumar and Abhishek Singh, “at the earliest” and asked for the report to be furnished to the commission.&nbsp;The EC also directed the immediate suspension of Abhishek Singh over the purported ‘law and order’ lapse.On Friday, the Election Commission also sought a report from Bihar’s Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar regarding the incident.&nbsp;

Police had registered three FIRs and arrested two people. The FIR, lodged by Yadav’s grandson, named Anant Singh and four others as accused. Anant Singh, a local strongman, alleged that the attack was a conspiracy by former RJD MP Surajbhan Singh, husband of RJD candidate Veena Devi.

Patna Police on Saturday arrested JD(U) candidate from Mokama, Anant Singh, in connection with the murder of Jan Suraaj worker Dularchand Yadav. A police team, led by Patna SSP, reached Anant Singh’s Kargil Market residence in Barh and took him into custody. Singh is being brought to Patna for questioning. Dular Chand Yadav, a Jan Suraaj Party supporter, died due to a ruptured lung and multiple rib fractures during election campaigning in Mokama, Patna. The autopsy ruled out gunshot as the cause of death. The violence broke out on Thursday during campaigning for the Assembly elections when two groups clashed and opened fire. Police had registered three FIRs related to the incident and arrested two people. The FIR, lodged by Yadav’s grandson, named Anant Singh and four others as accused. The second FIR was filed by the rival faction, while the third was registered by the police based on their own investigation. Also Read: ‘India wants to keep Pakistan busy, engaged in conflict’: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif ‘Attack a conspiracy of former RJD MP Surajbhan Singh’ Anant Singh, a well-known local strongman, has alleged that the attack was a conspiracy orchestrated by former RJD MP Surajbhan Singh, husband of RJD candidate Veena Devi. “We were meeting people and asking for votes when supporters of another candidate started shouting slogans. I told my supporters not to respond and moved ahead. Surajbhan’s people attacked our vehicles. Dularchand was the first to raise his hand. This entire game is being played by Surajbhan Singh,” Anant Singh claimed. The murder of Dularchand Yadav has heightened tensions in Mokama. During Yadav’s funeral procession, stones were reportedly pelted at the vehicle of RJD candidate and strongman Surajbhan Singh’s wife, damaging the car. Surajbhan Singh and his wife Veena Devi urged the Election Commission to intervene in the matter. Also Read: Haryana youth headed to US via ‘Dunki’ route, killed in Guatemala after ransom demands by traffickers A case was registered against Anant Singh and his five supporters. The FIR, filed on the complaint of Yadav’s relative Neeraj Kumar, says that Anant Singh fired the bullet that hit Yadav in the thigh before his supporters beat him and ran him over with a vehicle. Anant Singh’s supporters have also lodged an FIR accusing Jan Suraaj candidate Piyush Priyadarshi and four others, Lakhan Mahto, Nitish Mahto, Ishwar Mahto, and Ajay Mahto, of involvement in the incident. Two SHOs suspended after murder of Dular Chand Yadav Meanwhile, two station house officers (SHOs) have been suspended in connection with the murder of Dular Chand Yadav, officials confirmed on Saturday (November 1). Ghoswari SHO Madhusudan Kumar and Bhadaur SHO Ravi Ranjan have been suspended in the case. Also Read: ‘Why not reciprocate and engage with Hinduism too,’ Hindu American Foundation asks JD Vance Taking firm action, the Election Commission on Saturday ordered the replacement of the superintendent of police (SP), Patna Rural, and the Mokama returning officer. The poll panel also called for initiation of disciplinary proceedings against Mokama returning officer Chandan Kumar and two sub-divisional police officers, Rakesh Kumar and Abhishek Singh, “at the earliest” and asked for the report to be furnished to the commission. The EC also directed the immediate suspension of Abhishek Singh over the purported ‘law and order’ lapse. On Friday, the Election Commission also sought a report from Bihar’s Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar regarding the incident.

Police had registered three FIRs and arrested two people. The FIR, lodged by Yadav’s grandson, named Anant Singh and four others as accused. Anant Singh, a local strongman, alleged that the attack was a conspiracy by former RJD MP Surajbhan Singh, husband of RJD candidate Veena Devi.

JDU Mokama candidate Anant Singh arrested in Jan Suraaj worker’s murder case ahead of Bihar elections

A tragic incident occurred in India's Andhra Pradesh after at least 10 people, including two children, were killed in a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district. An investigation into the matter has revealed multiple lapses in planning, safety, and crowd management. The authorities have revealed that the temple was privately managed and was not registered with the state’s endowments department. Therefore, an event was organised there without any formal government permission or safety clearance.The Andhra Pradesh Police have arrested one person for culpable homicide after the temple.The event was organised for Ekadashi (A Hindu event celebrated for lord Vishnu). The organisers did not inform the state administration that a large gathering was about to take place at the temple.Moreover, the area where the devotees lived was under construction. The region was already unsafe for a large pool of people.The Indian President Droupadi Murmu condoled the loss of lives in the incident. "Shocked to learn about the loss of lives in a tragic incident at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the quick recovery of those injured," she posted on X.The Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was pained by the stampede and announced a compensation of ₹2 lakh each for the families of the victims."My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon," his office posted on X.The Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, also expressed his grief on the incident, saying, Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the stampede at the Kashibugga Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My heart goes out to the bereaved families and all those injured. I hope they find strength and recover soon. I urge the Government of Andhra Pradesh to mobilise every resource for relief and to engage with the victims' families with empathy, dignity, and speed. I also appeal to our Congress leaders and workers in the region to assist in relief work and support the grieving."The prime causes of stampedeAccording to preliminary reports, no approvals were sought for holding the event, and the district administration was unaware of the scale of the gathering.Another reason for such a big loss in the incident was that the entry and exit points were the same. As the panic was created, families tried to escape the area but ended up being crushed in the crowd.Several videos showing a huge crowd at the temple and devotees jostling with each other to offer their prayers have gone viral on social media.In one of the videos shared on X by the news agency PTI, scores of devotees, including women, can be seen stuck in a narrow space that seems to be leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Women with puja baskets can be seen screaming for help to get out of the crowd, with no space to move. Later in the clip, injured devotees can be seen being taken to the hospital in ambulances.Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has expressed shock at the tragic incident and offered his deepest condolences to the families of the victims.

The event was organised for Ekadashi (A Hindu event celebrated for lord Vishnu). The organisers did not inform the state administration that a large gathering was about to take place at the temple.

A tragic incident occurred in India's Andhra Pradesh after at least 10 people, including two children, were killed in a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district. An investigation into the matter has revealed multiple lapses in planning, safety, and crowd management. The authorities have revealed that the temple was privately managed and was not registered with the state’s endowments department. Therefore, an event was organised there without any formal government permission or safety clearance. The Andhra Pradesh Police have arrested one person for culpable homicide after the temple. The event was organised for Ekadashi (A Hindu event celebrated for lord Vishnu). The organisers did not inform the state administration that a large gathering was about to take place at the temple. Moreover, the area where the devotees lived was under construction. The region was already unsafe for a large pool of people. The Indian President Droupadi Murmu condoled the loss of lives in the incident. "Shocked to learn about the loss of lives in a tragic incident at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the quick recovery of those injured," she posted on X. The Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was pained by the stampede and announced a compensation of ₹2 lakh each for the families of the victims. "My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon," his office posted on X. The Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, also expressed his grief on the incident, saying, Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the stampede at the Kashibugga Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My heart goes out to the bereaved families and all those injured. I hope they find strength and recover soon. I urge the Government of Andhra Pradesh to mobilise every resource for relief and to engage with the victims' families with empathy, dignity, and speed. I also appeal to our Congress leaders and workers in the region to assist in relief work and support the grieving." The prime causes of stampede According to preliminary reports, no approvals were sought for holding the event, and the district administration was unaware of the scale of the gathering. Another reason for such a big loss in the incident was that the entry and exit points were the same. As the panic was created, families tried to escape the area but ended up being crushed in the crowd. Several videos showing a huge crowd at the temple and devotees jostling with each other to offer their prayers have gone viral on social media. In one of the videos shared on X by the news agency PTI, scores of devotees, including women, can be seen stuck in a narrow space that seems to be leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Women with puja baskets can be seen screaming for help to get out of the crowd, with no space to move. Later in the clip, injured devotees can be seen being taken to the hospital in ambulances. Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has expressed shock at the tragic incident and offered his deepest condolences to the families of the victims.

The event was organised for Ekadashi (A Hindu event celebrated for lord Vishnu). The organisers did not inform the state administration that a large gathering was about to take place at the temple.

Andhra temple tragedy: Reaction, arrest, causes - all you need to know

A Haryana teenager who headed to the United States through the hazardous ‘dunki’ route has been killed after allegedly being held captive by human traffickers in Guatemala, his family members claimed on Saturday. The family of Yuvraj (18), the only son of an agriculturist from Mohna village near in Pundri town of Kaithal district, came to know about his death a few days ago when one of the “donkers” sent them a death certificate and photos of him and another youth from Punjab, claiming both had been killed.Gurpej Singh, maternal uncle of Yuvraj, told PTI that the human traffickers, known as ‘donkers’, operate illegal migration routes, during which some travellers are often assaulted and mistreated.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-why-not-reciprocate-and-engage-with-hinduism-too-hindu-american-foundation-asks-jd-vance-1762009614746">‘Why not reciprocate and engage with Hinduism too,’ Hindu American Foundation asks JD Vance</a>&nbsp;<h2>Family was sent videos showing Yuvraj being held hostage</h2>&nbsp;Gurpej said Yuvraj had cleared his Class 12 board exam and was eager to support his family and hoped to find a job once he reached the US. He left on Oct 13, 2024.&nbsp;Three Haryana-based travel agents had taken large sums of money from the family, promising a safe journey through other contacts in their network. However, after the initial payment was made, the family lost contact with Yuvraj. A few months later, the family received videos showing Yuvraj and another man from Punjab being held hostage in Guatemala, after which the ‘donkers’ demanded ransom money.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tanzania-president-samia-wins-again-bags-98-votes-hundreds-feared-dead-in-election-unrest-1762002943059">Tanzania President Samia wins again, bags 98% votes; hundreds feared dead in election unrest</a><h2>‘Trafficker took money for proof of teen’s death’</h2>&nbsp;The grieving family believes that the money they gave to the Haryana-based agents to be paid to the other “donkers” was not forwarded. Recently, one of the “donkers” contacted the family, claiming that Yuvraj had been killed, and demanded Rs 3 lakh to provide proof of his death. The money was sent, and the trafficker then sent a death certificate and photos, Gurpej said.&nbsp;“Overall, the family paid anywhere between Rs 40 and Rs 50 lakh to the travel agents and the donkers,” he added.Gurpej claimed that the family had approached the police earlier and two local agents were apprehended.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-says-he-hopes-his-wife-usha-a-hindu-converts-to-christianity-eventually-1761835421337">JD Vance says he hopes his wife Usha, a Hindu, converts to Christianity eventually</a>&nbsp;Many people from Punjab, Haryana, and other states use the illegal and risky ‘dunki routes’ to enter the United States by spending large sums of money. Many who entered the US this way have already been deported.

Three Haryana-based travel agents had taken large sums of money from the family, promising a safe journey through contacts in their network, but the family lost contact with Yuvraj. A few months later, the family received videos showing Yuvraj and another man from Punjab being held hostage.

A Haryana teenager who headed to the United States through the hazardous ‘dunki’ route has been killed after allegedly being held captive by human traffickers in Guatemala, his family members claimed on Saturday. The family of Yuvraj (18), the only son of an agriculturist from Mohna village near in Pundri town of Kaithal district, came to know about his death a few days ago when one of the “donkers” sent them a death certificate and photos of him and another youth from Punjab, claiming both had been killed. Gurpej Singh, maternal uncle of Yuvraj, told PTI that the human traffickers, known as ‘donkers’, operate illegal migration routes, during which some travellers are often assaulted and mistreated. Also Read: ‘Why not reciprocate and engage with Hinduism too,’ Hindu American Foundation asks JD Vance Family was sent videos showing Yuvraj being held hostage Gurpej said Yuvraj had cleared his Class 12 board exam and was eager to support his family and hoped to find a job once he reached the US. He left on Oct 13, 2024. Three Haryana-based travel agents had taken large sums of money from the family, promising a safe journey through other contacts in their network. However, after the initial payment was made, the family lost contact with Yuvraj. A few months later, the family received videos showing Yuvraj and another man from Punjab being held hostage in Guatemala, after which the ‘donkers’ demanded ransom money. Also Read: Tanzania President Samia wins again, bags 98% votes; hundreds feared dead in election unrest ‘Trafficker took money for proof of teen’s death’ The grieving family believes that the money they gave to the Haryana-based agents to be paid to the other “donkers” was not forwarded. Recently, one of the “donkers” contacted the family, claiming that Yuvraj had been killed, and demanded Rs 3 lakh to provide proof of his death. The money was sent, and the trafficker then sent a death certificate and photos, Gurpej said. “Overall, the family paid anywhere between Rs 40 and Rs 50 lakh to the travel agents and the donkers,” he added. Gurpej claimed that the family had approached the police earlier and two local agents were apprehended. Also Read: JD Vance says he hopes his wife Usha, a Hindu, converts to Christianity eventually Many people from Punjab, Haryana, and other states use the illegal and risky ‘dunki routes’ to enter the United States by spending large sums of money. Many who entered the US this way have already been deported.

Three Haryana-based travel agents had taken large sums of money from the family, promising a safe journey through contacts in their network, but the family lost contact with Yuvraj. A few months later, the family received videos showing Yuvraj and another man from Punjab being held hostage.

Haryana youth headed to US via ‘Dunki’ route, killed in Guatemala after ransom demands by traffickers

Indian Space agency ISRO commenced a 24-hour countdown at 5:26 pm IST, Saturday, (1st Nov), ahead of the launch of the CMS-03/GSAT-7R communication satellite that is scheduled for 5:26 pm, Sunday (2nd Nov). The satellite is meant to provide connectivity between the Indian Navy’s diverse assets and their bases. The 4,400 kg CMS-03 is the heaviest communication satellite to be launched by ISRO from home soil. This is ISRO’s fourth rocket launch mission of 2025.&nbsp;Sunday’s launch mission will be carried out by the LVM3 rocket, which is India’s largest spacefaring vehicle. This will be the 8th flight of the LVM3 vehicle. Thus far, the LVM3 has had an unmatched track record and has delivered successes in all 7 launches.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/did-isro-s-lvm3-rocket-gain10-lifting-power-to-carry-gsat-7r-1761717211765">Did ISRO's LVM3 rocket gain 10% lifting power to carry GSAT-7R?</a>&nbsp;After lift-off at 5:26 pm on Sunday, the three-stage rocket is expected to complete the mission in about 16 minutes. The satellite will be hurled into a lower initial orbit and then gradually raised into the destined orbit over the next few weeks.&nbsp;&nbsp;Eventually, all heavy communication satellites are placed in a geostationary orbit, which is about 36,000 km above the Earth’s equator. From there, the satellite will be able to provide coverage for about one-third of the Earth. In this case, the CMS-03 will be placed above India, so that it can provide coverage in the vast maritime region surrounding India.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tanzania-president-samia-wins-again-bags-98-votes-hundreds-feared-dead-in-election-unrest-1762002943059">Tanzania President Samia wins again, bags 98% votes; hundreds feared dead in election unrest</a>&nbsp;The CMS-03/GSAT-7R is a replacement for the ageing GSAT-7 that ISRO built for the Indian Navy in 2013. The 2,650 kg GSAT-7 was launched from overseas aboard Europe’s Ariane rocket in August 2013, as ISRO did not possess the capability to lift such a heavy satellite at the time. Therefore, ISRO paid the European firm to ferry the Indian satellite to space.

All heavy communication satellites are placed in a geostationary orbit, 36,000 km above the Earth’s equator, from where they provide coverage for about one-third of the Earth. The CMS-03 will be placed above India so that it can provide coverage in the vast maritime region surrounding India.

Indian Space agency ISRO commenced a 24-hour countdown at 5:26 pm IST, Saturday, (1st Nov), ahead of the launch of the CMS-03/GSAT-7R communication satellite that is scheduled for 5:26 pm, Sunday (2nd Nov). The satellite is meant to provide connectivity between the Indian Navy’s diverse assets and their bases. The 4,400 kg CMS-03 is the heaviest communication satellite to be launched by ISRO from home soil. This is ISRO’s fourth rocket launch mission of 2025. Sunday’s launch mission will be carried out by the LVM3 rocket, which is India’s largest spacefaring vehicle. This will be the 8th flight of the LVM3 vehicle. Thus far, the LVM3 has had an unmatched track record and has delivered successes in all 7 launches. Also Read: Did ISRO's LVM3 rocket gain 10% lifting power to carry GSAT-7R? After lift-off at 5:26 pm on Sunday, the three-stage rocket is expected to complete the mission in about 16 minutes. The satellite will be hurled into a lower initial orbit and then gradually raised into the destined orbit over the next few weeks. Eventually, all heavy communication satellites are placed in a geostationary orbit, which is about 36,000 km above the Earth’s equator. From there, the satellite will be able to provide coverage for about one-third of the Earth. In this case, the CMS-03 will be placed above India, so that it can provide coverage in the vast maritime region surrounding India. Also Read: Tanzania President Samia wins again, bags 98% votes; hundreds feared dead in election unrest The CMS-03/GSAT-7R is a replacement for the ageing GSAT-7 that ISRO built for the Indian Navy in 2013. The 2,650 kg GSAT-7 was launched from overseas aboard Europe’s Ariane rocket in August 2013, as ISRO did not possess the capability to lift such a heavy satellite at the time. Therefore, ISRO paid the European firm to ferry the Indian satellite to space.

All heavy communication satellites are placed in a geostationary orbit, 36,000 km above the Earth’s equator, from where they provide coverage for about one-third of the Earth. The CMS-03 will be placed above India so that it can provide coverage in the vast maritime region surrounding India.

ISRO commences 24-hour countdown to launch of India’s largest military satellite

The Hyderabad airport said on Saturday that an IndiGo flight from Jeddah to Hyderabad received a security threat after an email claimed that there was a “human bomb” aboard, after which the plane was diverted to Mumbai. The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) said it received a threat email claiming that there was a “human bomb” on IndiGo flight 6E 68, operating from Jeddah to Hyderabad. The threat email, received at around 5.30 am, warned the airport authorities to “prevent landing of IndiGo (flight) in Hyderabad”. The aircraft was then diverted to Mumbai, where it landed safely.&nbsp;“...onboard LTTE-ISI operatives have planned a major 1984 Madras Airport Modus operandi style blast,” said the email, as per news agency PTI’s report.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fbi-thwarted-potential-terrorist-attack-during-halloween-weekend-kash-patel-1761922083111">FBI thwarted ‘potential terrorist attack’ during Halloween weekend, arrests tied to international terrorism: Report</a>&nbsp;An Indigo spokesperson confirmed that flight 6E 68, bound for Hyderabad, received a security threat on November 1, which prompted the diversion.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“A security threat was received for IndiGo flight 6E 68 operating from Jeddah to Hyderabad on November 1 and the aircraft was diverted to Mumbai. Following the established protocol, we informed the relevant authorities immediately and fully cooperated with them in carrying out the necessary security checks before the aircraft is cleared for further operations,” the spokesperson said in a statement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-says-he-hopes-his-wife-usha-a-hindu-converts-to-christianity-eventually-1761835421337">JD Vance says he hopes his wife Usha, a Hindu, converts to Christianity eventually</a>&nbsp;“We made all efforts to minimise inconvenience to our customers, including offering them refreshments and sharing regular updates. As always, safety and security of our customers, crew, and aircraft are our topmost priorities,” the informed.The police registered a case on the basis of the complaint, and further investigation is ongoing.&nbsp;WATCH: Tanzanian opposition says around 700 killed in protests<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/tanzanian-opposition-says-around-700-killed-in-protests-1761927817404/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/tanzanian-opposition-says-around-700-killed-in-protests-1761927817404/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

The threat email, received at around 5.30 am, warned the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport authorities to “prevent landing of IndiGo (flight)” in Hyderabad. It said LTTE-ISI operatives have planned a major 1984 Madras Airport modus operandi-style blast. The plane was diverted to Mumbai.

The Hyderabad airport said on Saturday that an IndiGo flight from Jeddah to Hyderabad received a security threat after an email claimed that there was a “human bomb” aboard, after which the plane was diverted to Mumbai. The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) said it received a threat email claiming that there was a “human bomb” on IndiGo flight 6E 68, operating from Jeddah to Hyderabad. The threat email, received at around 5.30 am, warned the airport authorities to “prevent landing of IndiGo (flight) in Hyderabad”. The aircraft was then diverted to Mumbai, where it landed safely. “...onboard LTTE-ISI operatives have planned a major 1984 Madras Airport Modus operandi style blast,” said the email, as per news agency PTI’s report. Also Read: FBI thwarted ‘potential terrorist attack’ during Halloween weekend, arrests tied to international terrorism: Report An Indigo spokesperson confirmed that flight 6E 68, bound for Hyderabad, received a security threat on November 1, which prompted the diversion. “A security threat was received for IndiGo flight 6E 68 operating from Jeddah to Hyderabad on November 1 and the aircraft was diverted to Mumbai. Following the established protocol, we informed the relevant authorities immediately and fully cooperated with them in carrying out the necessary security checks before the aircraft is cleared for further operations,” the spokesperson said in a statement. Also Read: JD Vance says he hopes his wife Usha, a Hindu, converts to Christianity eventually “We made all efforts to minimise inconvenience to our customers, including offering them refreshments and sharing regular updates. As always, safety and security of our customers, crew, and aircraft are our topmost priorities,” the informed. The police registered a case on the basis of the complaint, and further investigation is ongoing. WATCH: Tanzanian opposition says around 700 killed in protests https://www.wionews.com/videos/tanzanian-opposition-says-around-700-killed-in-protests-1761927817404/embed

The threat email, received at around 5.30 am, warned the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport authorities to “prevent landing of IndiGo (flight)” in Hyderabad. It said LTTE-ISI operatives have planned a major 1984 Madras Airport modus operandi-style blast. The plane was diverted to Mumbai.

IndiGo Jeddah-Hyderabad flight gets ‘LTTE-ISI’ human bomb threat, diverted to Mumbai

Congress General Secretary, on Saturday, called India's exit from Tajikistan's Ayni Airbase “yet another setback” for India's strategic diplomacy. Established in early 2000, the Farkhor-Ayni Airbase was India's first major footprint outside the subcontinent. Located near Tajikistan's capital, Dushanbe, it was meant to give India strategic reach in Central Asia and a backup airbase near Afghanistan, at the same time, countering Pakistan's influence. India invested nearly $70 million for renovation, extending the runway to 3200 meters, building air traffic control towers, laying new perimeter fence, constructing hangars and blast pens, and installing new navigation and communication equipment. The airbase was fully operational during 2010; there were reports of IAF personnel, Su-30MKI fighter jets, as well as military choppers being posted there. However, Russia retained operational control.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">India had established its Ayni airforce base in Tajikistan in the early 2000s. Subsequently, infrastructure there was expanded. Given its extraordinary location, India had major plans for expanding its presence at Ayni. But four years back, India had been given a very clear… <a href="https://t.co/AEGKrYuyrO">pic.twitter.com/AEGKrYuyrO</a>&mdash; Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jairam_Ramesh/status/1984478994599985392?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Why was India compelled to withdraw from its only overseas base?</h2>During a press briefing in New Delhi, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India had withdrawn from the base back in 2022, but the reasons for the withdrawal had not come to light until recently. Multiple sources have reported that there was a lease between India and Tajikistan, which expired in 2021-22; however, there are no definitive official documents available to attribute such claims.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">VIDEO | Delhi: During a press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal (<a href="https://twitter.com/MEAIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MEAIndia</a>) responds to a media query on India’s rehabilitation assistance to Tajikistan. He says, “We had a bilateral arrangement with Tajikistan for the rehabilitation and development of any aerodrome.… <a href="https://t.co/IusypJh9cm">pic.twitter.com/IusypJh9cm</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1983834607478042870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

So no official treaty was ever signed. When Russia renewed its lease in 2012, India’s limited access effectively narrowed. Beijing is opposed to India's military presence on its western border. Tajikistan was formerly part of the Soviet Union, and is part of Russia’s Collective Security Treaty Organisation, a group of military alliances between former Soviet Union independent states. Tajikistan did not want to offend either Moscow or Beijing, and did not formalise any agreement with India. As neither Moscow nor Beijing would enjoy non-regional military personnel at the base, specifically in light of the 2008 US-India Civil Nuclear Deal. As the US exited Afghanistan, India also lacked motivation to maintain its costly operations at the Ayni base. Eventhough Russia didn't explicitly mention India's withdrawal but it blocked operational control and ensured India’s presence faded out by controlling access.&nbsp;

Congress calls India's withdrawal from Tajikistan’s Ayni Airbase in 2022 a major diplomatic setback amid Russian and Chinese pressure and shifting regional priorities.

Congress General Secretary, on Saturday, called India's exit from Tajikistan's Ayni Airbase “yet another setback” for India's strategic diplomacy. Established in early 2000, the Farkhor-Ayni Airbase was India's first major footprint outside the subcontinent. Located near Tajikistan's capital, Dushanbe, it was meant to give India strategic reach in Central Asia and a backup airbase near Afghanistan, at the same time, countering Pakistan's influence. India invested nearly $70 million for renovation, extending the runway to 3200 meters, building air traffic control towers, laying new perimeter fence, constructing hangars and blast pens, and installing new navigation and communication equipment. The airbase was fully operational during 2010; there were reports of IAF personnel, Su-30MKI fighter jets, as well as military choppers being posted there. However, Russia retained operational control.

Congress calls India's withdrawal from Tajikistan’s Ayni Airbase in 2022 a major diplomatic setback amid Russian and Chinese pressure and shifting regional priorities.

'Yet another setback': Did Russia and China pressure India to exit from Tajikistan’s Ayni base?

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, on Saturday, stated that the state government allocated Rs 50 crore each for the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, and Rs 60 crore for 2025-26, for the project aimed at eradicating extreme poverty. The funds were utilised for healthcare, housing construction, and ensuring sustainable livelihoods. CM Vijayan highlighted the state's progress from being the one with the highest poverty rate in 1961-62, with 90.75 per cent of the rural population and 88.89 per cent of the urban population below the poverty line, to becoming the first Indian state to eradicate extreme poverty. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan made this historic declaration in the Legislative Assembly on the occasion of Kerala Piravi (Foundation Day), stating that the state has achieved a remarkable milestone in eradicating extreme poverty on Saturday. Addressing the Assembly, CM Vijayan made a statement under Rule 300. "In the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, an amount of 50 crore each was specially allocated for this project, and in 2025-26, 60 crore was set aside. This amount was utilised for healthcare, housing construction, and ensuring sustainable livelihoods. In the 1975 study report titled "Poverty, Unemployment, and Development Policy in Kerala", conducted by the Centre for Development Studies (CDS) for the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Table 1 on page 11 shows the percentage of population below the poverty line in 15 Indian states during 1961-62. Although these figures have been subject to criticism, one fact stands out: in Kerala, 90.75 per cent of the rural population and 88.89 per cent of the urban population were below the poverty line. In other words, at that time, Kerala had the highest proportion of people living below the poverty line among all Indian states. From that position, Kerala has now risen to proudly become the first Indian state to eradicate extreme poverty," CM Vijayan said. The Chief Minister also stated that the government ensured that those who required new houses received them, while others were provided with both land and houses. Additionally, support was extended to those who needed to rebuild or renovate their homes. Social welfare schemes, educational support, rural employment guarantees, and livelihood assistance were implemented to ensure no one went hungry. "Those who needed new houses were provided with them; those who needed both land and houses were given both; and those who needed to rebuild or renovate their houses were supported accordingly. Procedures, including land allocation, were made smoother. Through social welfare schemes, educational support, rural employment guarantees, and livelihood assistance, it was ensured that no one went hungry anywhere. Close monitoring was carried out right from the Chief Minister's level, and timely guidance and instructions were given at every stage, all of which helped achieve the goal swiftly," CM Vijayan said. The government provided houses for 4,677 families through the LIFE Mission and gave land and assistance for house construction to 2,713 families. Special provisions were made to grant up to Rs 2 lakh for house renovation for extremely poor families. The government also launched a special drive to identify land for the landless, acquiring 28 acres of land. Furthermore, 2.03 acres of land were donated by generous individuals through the "Manassodithiri Mannu" campaign. CM Vijayan extended sincere thanks to the donors. "A total of 4,677 families included in the list of extremely poor were found to be in need of housing. Houses for them were completed through the LIFE Mission. Similarly, 2,713 families were first provided with land and later given assistance for house construction. The existing rule allowed only 01 lakh for house renovation, but special provisions were made to grant up to two lakh for extremely poor families. Extensive efforts were made to find land for those who needed it. Through a special drive, 28 acres of land were identified for this purpose. In addition, 2.03 acres of land were made available as part of the "Manassodithiri Mannu" campaign. Sincere thanks are extended to all the generous individuals who came forward to donate land.", CM Vijayan added. CM Vijayan stated that this "experiment" will serve as a model for other states in the country. The Chief Minister credited the achievement to a collective effort involving local self-government institutions, various government departments, volunteers, social workers, the general public and government officials. He expressed gratitude to all who contributed to the initiative. CM Vijayan said, "Kerala has today become a state free from extreme poverty. We are presenting yet another new model before the nation. Kerala has always been a laboratory for various welfare initiatives. In the matter of eradicating extreme poverty too, we can hope that our experiment will serve as a model that can benefit other states in the country. As mentioned earlier, a large collective effort was formed to make this project a success involving local self-government institutions, the Department of Local Self Government, KILA (Kerala Institute of Local Administration), Kudumbashree Mission, LIFE Mission, and departments such as Revenue, Food and Civil Supplies, Agriculture, Transport, Health, Education, Social Justice, Labour, Registration, Fisheries, Women and Child Development, Electricity, Water Resources, and Cooperation. Volunteers, social workers, the general public, and government officials all contributed through their active participation, support, and initiative. At this stage, I extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who cooperated in this endeavour."Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan made this historic declaration in the Legislative Assembly on the occasion of Kerala Piravi (Foundation Day), stating that the state has achieved a remarkable milestone in eradicating extreme poverty on Saturday.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, on Saturday, stated that the state government allocated Rs 50 crore each for the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, and Rs 60 crore for 2025-26, for the project aimed at eradicating extreme poverty. The funds were utilised for healthcare, housing construction, and ensuring sustainable livelihoods. CM Vijayan highlighted the state's progress from being the one with the highest poverty rate in 1961-62, with 90.75 per cent of the rural population and 88.89 per cent of the urban population below the poverty line, to becoming the first Indian state to eradicate extreme poverty. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan made this historic declaration in the Legislative Assembly on the occasion of Kerala Piravi (Foundation Day), stating that the state has achieved a remarkable milestone in eradicating extreme poverty on Saturday. Addressing the Assembly, CM Vijayan made a statement under Rule 300. "In the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, an amount of 50 crore each was specially allocated for this project, and in 2025-26, 60 crore was set aside. This amount was utilised for healthcare, housing construction, and ensuring sustainable livelihoods. In the 1975 study report titled "Poverty, Unemployment, and Development Policy in Kerala", conducted by the Centre for Development Studies (CDS) for the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Table 1 on page 11 shows the percentage of population below the poverty line in 15 Indian states during 1961-62. Although these figures have been subject to criticism, one fact stands out: in Kerala, 90.75 per cent of the rural population and 88.89 per cent of the urban population were below the poverty line. In other words, at that time, Kerala had the highest proportion of people living below the poverty line among all Indian states. From that position, Kerala has now risen to proudly become the first Indian state to eradicate extreme poverty," CM Vijayan said. The Chief Minister also stated that the government ensured that those who required new houses received them, while others were provided with both land and houses. Additionally, support was extended to those who needed to rebuild or renovate their homes. Social welfare schemes, educational support, rural employment guarantees, and livelihood assistance were implemented to ensure no one went hungry. "Those who needed new houses were provided with them; those who needed both land and houses were given both; and those who needed to rebuild or renovate their houses were supported accordingly. Procedures, including land allocation, were made smoother. Through social welfare schemes, educational support, rural employment guarantees, and livelihood assistance, it was ensured that no one went hungry anywhere. Close monitoring was carried out right from the Chief Minister's level, and timely guidance and instructions were given at every stage, all of which helped achieve the goal swiftly," CM Vijayan said. The government provided houses for 4,677 families through the LIFE Mission and gave land and assistance for house construction to 2,713 families. Special provisions were made to grant up to Rs 2 lakh for house renovation for extremely poor families. The government also launched a special drive to identify land for the landless, acquiring 28 acres of land. Furthermore, 2.03 acres of land were donated by generous individuals through the "Manassodithiri Mannu" campaign. CM Vijayan extended sincere thanks to the donors. "A total of 4,677 families included in the list of extremely poor were found to be in need of housing. Houses for them were completed through the LIFE Mission. Similarly, 2,713 families were first provided with land and later given assistance for house construction. The existing rule allowed only 01 lakh for house renovation, but special provisions were made to grant up to two lakh for extremely poor families. Extensive efforts were made to find land for those who needed it. Through a special drive, 28 acres of land were identified for this purpose. In addition, 2.03 acres of land were made available as part of the "Manassodithiri Mannu" campaign. Sincere thanks are extended to all the generous individuals who came forward to donate land.", CM Vijayan added. CM Vijayan stated that this "experiment" will serve as a model for other states in the country. The Chief Minister credited the achievement to a collective effort involving local self-government institutions, various government departments, volunteers, social workers, the general public and government officials. He expressed gratitude to all who contributed to the initiative. CM Vijayan said, "Kerala has today become a state free from extreme poverty. We are presenting yet another new model before the nation. Kerala has always been a laboratory for various welfare initiatives. In the matter of eradicating extreme poverty too, we can hope that our experiment will serve as a model that can benefit other states in the country. As mentioned earlier, a large collective effort was formed to make this project a success involving local self-government institutions, the Department of Local Self Government, KILA (Kerala Institute of Local Administration), Kudumbashree Mission, LIFE Mission, and departments such as Revenue, Food and Civil Supplies, Agriculture, Transport, Health, Education, Social Justice, Labour, Registration, Fisheries, Women and Child Development, Electricity, Water Resources, and Cooperation. Volunteers, social workers, the general public, and government officials all contributed through their active participation, support, and initiative. At this stage, I extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who cooperated in this endeavour." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan made this historic declaration in the Legislative Assembly on the occasion of Kerala Piravi (Foundation Day), stating that the state has achieved a remarkable milestone in eradicating extreme poverty on Saturday.

Kerala becomes first Indian state to eradicate extreme poverty: CM Vijayan

A suspected case of food poisoning at the BC Residential Boys School in Dharmavaram, Gadwal district, left 52 students ill, officials said. According to authorities, on Friday evening, around 110 students had dinner at the school hostel around 6:30 pm. Soon after, several boys began complaining of vomiting and stomach pain. The affected students were immediately shifted to Gadwal Hospital for medical treatment. "As per preliminary information, yesterday evening, around 6:30 pm, at BC Residential Boys School in Dharmavaram, Gadwal district, 110 boys consumed food and 52 suffered food poisoning. After vomiting, they were admitted to Gadwal Hospital. Today (Sunday), early in the morning, 32 boys were discharged, and the health condition of the remaining boys is also stable. We are investigating the matter," a police official from Jogulamba Gadwal told ANI. As of Saturday morning, 32 students have been discharged after receiving medical care, while 20 others remain under observation. Doctors have confirmed that all are in stable condition and out of danger. District health officials and food safety authorities have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of contamination. Food samples from the hostel kitchen have been collected and sent for laboratory analysis. Meanwhile, local education department officials have reached the school and are reviewing the hygiene and cooking conditions at the hostel premises. The school management has been instructed to ensure strict food safety protocols going forward. Earlier on Friday, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced relief to the flood-affected farmers and families who lost their kin, livestock. An ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh will be given to the bereaved families of the victims who died in the floods, Rs 15,000 each to the families for submergence of their houses, Indiramma houses to the most affected families and special assistance to those who lost their livestock and standing crops. The Chief Minister conducted an aerial survey of the flood-ravaged areas in the erstwhile Warangal district and Husnabad Assembly Constituency on Friday. During the aerial survey, the CM took stock of the situation at the ground level. (ANI)&nbsp;

Food samples from the hostel kitchen have been collected and sent for laboratory analysis.

A suspected case of food poisoning at the BC Residential Boys School in Dharmavaram, Gadwal district, left 52 students ill, officials said. According to authorities, on Friday evening, around 110 students had dinner at the school hostel around 6:30 pm. Soon after, several boys began complaining of vomiting and stomach pain. The affected students were immediately shifted to Gadwal Hospital for medical treatment. "As per preliminary information, yesterday evening, around 6:30 pm, at BC Residential Boys School in Dharmavaram, Gadwal district, 110 boys consumed food and 52 suffered food poisoning. After vomiting, they were admitted to Gadwal Hospital. Today (Sunday), early in the morning, 32 boys were discharged, and the health condition of the remaining boys is also stable. We are investigating the matter," a police official from Jogulamba Gadwal told ANI. As of Saturday morning, 32 students have been discharged after receiving medical care, while 20 others remain under observation. Doctors have confirmed that all are in stable condition and out of danger. District health officials and food safety authorities have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of contamination. Food samples from the hostel kitchen have been collected and sent for laboratory analysis. Meanwhile, local education department officials have reached the school and are reviewing the hygiene and cooking conditions at the hostel premises. The school management has been instructed to ensure strict food safety protocols going forward. Earlier on Friday, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced relief to the flood-affected farmers and families who lost their kin, livestock. An ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh will be given to the bereaved families of the victims who died in the floods, Rs 15,000 each to the families for submergence of their houses, Indiramma houses to the most affected families and special assistance to those who lost their livestock and standing crops. The Chief Minister conducted an aerial survey of the flood-ravaged areas in the erstwhile Warangal district and Husnabad Assembly Constituency on Friday. During the aerial survey, the CM took stock of the situation at the ground level. (ANI)

District health officials and food safety authorities have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of contamination. Food samples from the hostel kitchen have been collected and sent for laboratory analysis.

52 Students fall ill due to suspected food poisoning at residential school in Telangana

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Nov 1) paid his condolences to the victims of the Venkateswara Swamy Temple stampede and their families. PM Modi also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh ($1126) each for the next of kin of those who lost their lives and Rs 50,000 ($563) for those who were injured from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). At least 10 people were killed and several others were injured in the incident that happened in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam.“Pained by the stampede in Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon,” the prime minister wrote on X. “An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000.”Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed his shock at the tragic incident, offering his deepest condolences to the families of the victims.“The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures,” Naidu wrote on X.A large crowd had gathered at the temple on the day of Ekadashi, the 11th day of each lunar fortnight in the Hindu calendar, celebrated twice a month for spiritual purification and devotion to Lord Vishnu.The police rushed to the spot to control the situation, and additional police personnel have been deployed at the scene. The authorities are reviewing and monitoring the situation. The injured were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The police rushed to the spot to control the situation, and additional police personnel have been deployed at the scene. The authorities are reviewing and monitoring the situation. 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Nov 1) paid his condolences to the victims of the Venkateswara Swamy Temple stampede and their families. PM Modi also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh ($1126) each for the next of kin of those who lost their lives and Rs 50,000 ($563) for those who were injured from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). At least 10 people were killed and several others were injured in the incident that happened in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam. “Pained by the stampede in Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon,” the prime minister wrote on X. “An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000.” Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed his shock at the tragic incident, offering his deepest condolences to the families of the victims. “The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures,” Naidu wrote on X. A large crowd had gathered at the temple on the day of Ekadashi, the 11th day of each lunar fortnight in the Hindu calendar, celebrated twice a month for spiritual purification and devotion to Lord Vishnu. The police rushed to the spot to control the situation, and additional police personnel have been deployed at the scene. The authorities are reviewing and monitoring the situation. The injured were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The police rushed to the spot to control the situation, and additional police personnel have been deployed at the scene. The authorities are reviewing and monitoring the situation.&nbsp;

Venkateswara Swamy Temple stampede: PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for victims in Andhra Pradesh

In a tragic incident, the celebration of the RCB's IPL win after 18 years turned fatal as at least 11 people died and multiple people were injured in a stampede on Wednesday (June 4) in Karnataka's Bengaluru.&nbsp;From the beginning of 2025, more than 50 people have been killed in stampedes at places like temples, railway stations, and at the Maha Kumbh, among others.&nbsp;In February, a stampede broke out at New Delhi Railway Station's platforms 14 and 15, in which 18 people were killed and 15 were injured. Most of the people were on their way to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.&nbsp;In January, a massive stampede occurred during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. As per the reports, 30 people were killed and 60 were injured.&nbsp;Here's a look at some of the major stampedes that occurred in India:&nbsp;May 3, 2025: A stampede occurred during an annual festival of the Sri Lairai Devi temple at Shirgao village in Goa. Six people were killed and almost 100 were injured.&nbsp;January 8, 2025: Around six people were killed and several were injured after a stampede occurred at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala Hills.&nbsp;July 2, 2024: At least 121 people were killed, women and children included, in a stampede in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras during a prayer meeting organised by self-styled godman, Bhole Baba aka Narayan Saakar Hari.&nbsp;September 29, 2017: 23 people were killed and 36 were injured in a stampede on the narrow bridge connecting the Elphinstone Road station of the Western Railway with Parel station of the Central Railway in Mumbai.&nbsp;July 14, 2015: During a stampede at a major bathing spot on the banks of the Godavari River, at least 27 people were killed during the 'Pushkaram' festival in Rajahmundry in Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;October 13, 2013: Around 115 people were killed and more than 100 were injured in a stampede during the Navratri festivities near Ratangarh temple in Madhya Pradesh’s Datia district.&nbsp;December 23, 2024: During the screening of Pushpa 2 in Hyderabad, a 35-year-old woman was killed and her 9-year-old son was severely injured.&nbsp;September 27, 2025: At least 36 people died, including six children, in a TVK rally in Karur.&nbsp;&nbsp;November 2, 2025: A tragic incident occurred in India's Andhra Pradesh after at least 10 people, including two children, were killed in a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district. An investigation into the matter has revealed multiple lapses in planning, safety, and crowd management. The authorities have revealed that the temple was privately managed and was not registered with the state’s endowments department. Therefore, an event was organised there without any formal government permission or safety clearance. &nbsp;

From Mumbai Railway Station to Maha Kumbh: List 10 of major stampedes in India

In a tragic incident, the celebration of the RCB's IPL win after 18 years turned fatal as at least 11 people died and multiple people were injured in a stampede on Wednesday (June 4) in Karnataka's Bengaluru. From the beginning of 2025, more than 50 people have been killed in stampedes at places like temples, railway stations, and at the Maha Kumbh, among others. In February, a stampede broke out at New Delhi Railway Station's platforms 14 and 15, in which 18 people were killed and 15 were injured. Most of the people were on their way to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. In January, a massive stampede occurred during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. As per the reports, 30 people were killed and 60 were injured. Here's a look at some of the major stampedes that occurred in India: May 3, 2025: A stampede occurred during an annual festival of the Sri Lairai Devi temple at Shirgao village in Goa. Six people were killed and almost 100 were injured. January 8, 2025: Around six people were killed and several were injured after a stampede occurred at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala Hills. July 2, 2024: At least 121 people were killed, women and children included, in a stampede in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras during a prayer meeting organised by self-styled godman, Bhole Baba aka Narayan Saakar Hari. September 29, 2017: 23 people were killed and 36 were injured in a stampede on the narrow bridge connecting the Elphinstone Road station of the Western Railway with Parel station of the Central Railway in Mumbai. July 14, 2015: During a stampede at a major bathing spot on the banks of the Godavari River, at least 27 people were killed during the 'Pushkaram' festival in Rajahmundry in Andhra Pradesh. October 13, 2013: Around 115 people were killed and more than 100 were injured in a stampede during the Navratri festivities near Ratangarh temple in Madhya Pradesh’s Datia district. December 23, 2024: During the screening of Pushpa 2 in Hyderabad, a 35-year-old woman was killed and her 9-year-old son was severely injured. September 27, 2025: At least 36 people died, including six children, in a TVK rally in Karur. November 2, 2025: A tragic incident occurred in India's Andhra Pradesh after at least 10 people, including two children, were killed in a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district. An investigation into the matter has revealed multiple lapses in planning, safety, and crowd management. The authorities have revealed that the temple was privately managed and was not registered with the state’s endowments department. Therefore, an event was organised there without any formal government permission or safety clearance.

From the beginning of 2025, more than 50 people have been killed in stampedes at places like temples, railway stations, and at the Maha Kumbh, among others. Here's a look at some of the major stampedes that occurred in India.&nbsp;

From Maha Kumbh to Karur: List of major stampedes in India

A tragic incident occurred in India's Andhra Pradesh after at least 10 people, including two children, were killed in a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district. An investigation into the matter has revealed multiple lapses in planning, safety, and crowd management. The authorities have revealed that the temple was privately managed and was not registered with the state’s endowments department. Therefore, an event was organised there without any formal government permission or safety clearance.The event was organised for Ekadashi (A Hindu event celebrated for lord Vishnu). The organisers did not inform the state administration that a large gathering was about to take place at the temple.Moreover, the area where the devotees gathered was under construction. The region was already unsafe for a large pool of people. According to preliminary reports, no approvals were sought for holding the event, and the district administration was unaware of the scale of the gathering.Another reason for such a big loss in the incident was that the entry and exit points were the same. As the panic was created, families tried to escape the area but ended up being crushed in the crowd.Several videos showing a huge crowd at the temple and devotees jostling with each other to offer their prayers have gone viral on social media.In one of the videos shared on X by the news agency PTI, scores of devotees, including women, can be seen stuck in a narrow space that seems to be leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Women with puja baskets can be seen screaming for help to get out of the crowd, with no space to move. Later in the clip, injured devotees can be seen being taken to the hospital in ambulances.Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has expressed shock at the tragic incident and offered his deepest condolences to the families of the victims. &nbsp;

A tragic incident occurred in India's Andhra Pradesh after at least 10 people, including two children, were killed in a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district. An investigation into the matter has revealed multiple lapses in planning, safety, and crowd management. The authorities have revealed that the temple was privately managed and was not registered with the state’s endowments department. Therefore, an event was organised there without any formal government permission or safety clearance. The event was organised for Ekadashi (A Hindu event celebrated for lord Vishnu). The organisers did not inform the state administration that a large gathering was about to take place at the temple. Moreover, the area where the devotees gathered was under construction. The region was already unsafe for a large pool of people. According to preliminary reports, no approvals were sought for holding the event, and the district administration was unaware of the scale of the gathering. Another reason for such a big loss in the incident was that the entry and exit points were the same. As the panic was created, families tried to escape the area but ended up being crushed in the crowd. Several videos showing a huge crowd at the temple and devotees jostling with each other to offer their prayers have gone viral on social media. In one of the videos shared on X by the news agency PTI, scores of devotees, including women, can be seen stuck in a narrow space that seems to be leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Women with puja baskets can be seen screaming for help to get out of the crowd, with no space to move. Later in the clip, injured devotees can be seen being taken to the hospital in ambulances. Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has expressed shock at the tragic incident and offered his deepest condolences to the families of the victims.

Andhra temple stampede: One exit, no permit, under-construction area - Here’s what led to the tragic incident

At least ten people lost their lives in a stampede at the Venkateswara Swamy temple in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam on Saturday &nbsp;(Nov 1). The incident took place after large crowds of devotees gathered at the temple to worship Lord Venkateswara &nbsp;on the day of Ekadashi. Several videos showing a huge crowd at the temple and devotees jostling with each other to offer their prayers has gone viral on social media.&nbsp;In one of the videos shared on X by new agency PTI, scores of devotees, including women can be seen stuck in a narrow space that seems to be leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Women with puja baskets can be seen screaming for help to get out of the crowd with no space to move. Later in the clip, injured devotees can be seen taken to hospital in ambulances.

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Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has expressed shock at the tragic incident and offered his deepest condolences to the families of the victims.&nbsp;“The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures,” Naidu wrote on X.&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi also reacted to the incident and said he was pained by the stampede and offered an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each to the kin of the victims.&nbsp;"My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000," PMO has said.&nbsp;

Women with puja baskets in hand can be seen jostling in the crowd and screaming for help in the corridors of the Venkateswara Swamy temple to move to open spaces.

At least ten people lost their lives in a stampede at the Venkateswara Swamy temple in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam on Saturday (Nov 1). The incident took place after large crowds of devotees gathered at the temple to worship Lord Venkateswara on the day of Ekadashi. Several videos showing a huge crowd at the temple and devotees jostling with each other to offer their prayers has gone viral on social media. In one of the videos shared on X by new agency PTI, scores of devotees, including women can be seen stuck in a narrow space that seems to be leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Women with puja baskets can be seen screaming for help to get out of the crowd with no space to move. Later in the clip, injured devotees can be seen taken to hospital in ambulances.

Women with puja baskets in hand can be seen jostling in the crowd and screaming for help in the corridors of the Venkateswara Swamy temple to move to open spaces.

VIDEO: Packed corridor, loud screams describe scenes at Venkateswara Temple before stampede

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has imposed new restrictions on commercial goods vehicles entering the National Capital Territory (NCT) starting Saturday (Nov 1). The move has been taken to address the worsening air quality in Delhi and nearby regions. The air quality in the national capital has remained in the “poor” category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 245 at 8 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).In a statement, the CAQM announced the ban on the entry of all non-Delhi-registered BS-III and below-standard commercial goods vehicles from November 1.<h2>Which vehicles are not allowed to enter Delhi?</h2>“All non-Delhi registered commercial goods vehicles viz. Light Goods Vehicles (LGVs), Medium Goods Vehicles (MGVs) and Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) that are not BS-VI compliant will be strictly prohibited from entering NCT of Delhi w.e.f. 01.11.2025,” the statement said. “However, all BS-IV commercial goods vehicles are permitted to enter in Delhi for a limited period upto 31.10.2026, as a transitional measure.”<h2>Which vehicles are allowed to enter Delhi?</h2>According to the CAQM notice, commercial goods vehicles that are registered in Delhi and those that are BS-VI compliant are allowed to enter the national capital. Commercial goods vehicles that are BS-IV compliant are allowed to enter Delhi till Oct 31, 2026. CNG, LNG, and electric commercial goods vehicles are also allowed.To ensure the right implementation of the rule, the Transport Department and the Traffic Police have deployed 23 teams, news agency PTI reported, citing officials.“There are 23 points from where 90 per cent of the vehicles enter Delhi. There are 23 teams that have been formed. These include traffic police personnel and the transport department’s enforcement officers. They will be deployed at designated locations and will turn back vehicles not meeting norms,” the official said.The locations include the Kundli border, Tikri border, Kalindi Kunj border, Kapashera, Rajokri border, Aya Nagar border, Auchandi, Mandoli, and Bajghera Toll/Dwarka Expressway.According to officials, about 50,000 to 70,000 vehicles in the region do not meet BS-IV standards.

To ensure the right implementation of the rule, the Transport Department and the Traffic Police have deployed 23 teams.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has imposed new restrictions on commercial goods vehicles entering the National Capital Territory (NCT) starting Saturday (Nov 1). The move has been taken to address the worsening air quality in Delhi and nearby regions. The air quality in the national capital has remained in the “poor” category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 245 at 8 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). In a statement, the CAQM announced the ban on the entry of all non-Delhi-registered BS-III and below-standard commercial goods vehicles from November 1. Which vehicles are not allowed to enter Delhi? “All non-Delhi registered commercial goods vehicles viz. Light Goods Vehicles (LGVs), Medium Goods Vehicles (MGVs) and Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) that are not BS-VI compliant will be strictly prohibited from entering NCT of Delhi w.e.f. 01.11.2025,” the statement said. “However, all BS-IV commercial goods vehicles are permitted to enter in Delhi for a limited period upto 31.10.2026, as a transitional measure.” Which vehicles are allowed to enter Delhi? According to the CAQM notice, commercial goods vehicles that are registered in Delhi and those that are BS-VI compliant are allowed to enter the national capital. Commercial goods vehicles that are BS-IV compliant are allowed to enter Delhi till Oct 31, 2026. CNG, LNG, and electric commercial goods vehicles are also allowed. To ensure the right implementation of the rule, the Transport Department and the Traffic Police have deployed 23 teams, news agency PTI reported, citing officials. “There are 23 points from where 90 per cent of the vehicles enter Delhi. There are 23 teams that have been formed. These include traffic police personnel and the transport department’s enforcement officers. They will be deployed at designated locations and will turn back vehicles not meeting norms,” the official said. The locations include the Kundli border, Tikri border, Kalindi Kunj border, Kapashera, Rajokri border, Aya Nagar border, Auchandi, Mandoli, and Bajghera Toll/Dwarka Expressway. According to officials, about 50,000 to 70,000 vehicles in the region do not meet BS-IV standards.

To ensure the right implementation of the rule, the Transport Department and the Traffic Police have deployed 23 teams.

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At least 10 people were killed and several others were injured in a stampede during the Thokkilata ritual at the Kasibugga Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam district on Saturday (Nov 1). The authorities are actively working to control the situation, and additional police personnel have been deployed at the scene. The authorities are reviewing and monitoring the situation.&nbsp;The incident happened on the day of Ekadashi, for which a large crowd of devotees had gathered at the temple. Ekadashi is the 11th day of each lunar fortnight in the Hindu calendar, celebrated twice a month for spiritual purification and devotion to Lord Vishnu.&nbsp;Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed his shock at the tragic incident, offering his deepest condolences to the families of the victims.&nbsp;“The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures,” Naidu wrote on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">శ్రీకాకుళం జిల్లాలోని కాశీబుగ్గ వెంకటేశ్వర ఆలయంలో తొక్కిసలాట ఘటన కలచివేసింది. ఈ దురదృష్టకర ఘటనలో భక్తులు మరణించడం అత్యంత విషాదకరం. మృతుల కుటుంబాలకు ప్రగాఢ సానుభూతిని తెలియజేస్తున్నాను. గాయాల పాలైన వారికి మేలైన సత్వర చికిత్స అందించాలని అధికారులను ఆదేశించాను. ఘటనా స్థలానికి వెళ్లి…&mdash; N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) <a href="https://twitter.com/ncbn/status/1984515479248257123?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;State Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu expressed deep shock over the tragic incident and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families. He immediately left for the temple after learning about the stampede and ordered officials to ensure proper medical treatment for those injured.&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his condolences to the victims of the stampede and their families. PM Modi also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh ($1126) each for the next of kin of those who lost their lives and Rs 50,000 ($563) for those who were injured from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). At least 10 people were killed and several others were injured in the incident that happened in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam.&nbsp;“Pained by the stampede in Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon,” the prime minister wrote on X. “An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000.”

At least nine people were killed and several others were injured in a stampede during the Thokkilata ritual at the Kasibugga Venkateswara Swamy temple in Srikakulam district on Saturday (Nov 1).

At least 10 people were killed and several others were injured in a stampede during the Thokkilata ritual at the Kasibugga Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam district on Saturday (Nov 1). The authorities are actively working to control the situation, and additional police personnel have been deployed at the scene. The authorities are reviewing and monitoring the situation. The incident happened on the day of Ekadashi, for which a large crowd of devotees had gathered at the temple. Ekadashi is the 11th day of each lunar fortnight in the Hindu calendar, celebrated twice a month for spiritual purification and devotion to Lord Vishnu. Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed his shock at the tragic incident, offering his deepest condolences to the families of the victims. “The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures,” Naidu wrote on X.

At least nine people were killed and several others were injured in a stampede during the Thokkilata ritual at the Kasibugga Venkateswara Swamy temple in Srikakulam district on Saturday (Nov 1).

At least 10 killed, several injured in stampede at Kasibugga Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Andhra Pradesh

Pakistan has issued visas for over 2,100 Indian Sikh pilgrims for the upcoming birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism. This is the first major cross-border travel in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Indian anti-terror Operation Sindoor in May.<h2>Pakistan High Commission confirms visa issued</h2>The Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, as per reports, has confirmed the visas, saying the pilgrims will take part in Gurpurb festivities scheduled from November 4 to 13. Tens of thousands of worshippers are expected to gather in Nankana Sahib, Guru Nanak’s birthplace, located about 85 kilometres west of the India-Pakistan border.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/breaking-india-us-sign-new-10-year-defence-framework-to-boost-military-cooperation-1761885186212">'Our defense ties have never been stronger': India, US sign new 10-year Defence Framework to boost military cooperation</a>The pilgrimage falls under the 1974 India-Pakistan Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines, which allows devotees from both sides to travel for key religious events despite political tensions. The visiting jatha, coordinated by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and India’s Ministry of External Affairs, will visit several revered gurdwaras, including Nankana Sahib and Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal.According to Arab News, Pakistan’s Charge d’Affaires in India, Saad Ahmad Warraich, while extending his best wishes to the visiting pilgrims, called the journey a "fulfilling and spiritually rewarding" journey. He said Pakistan remained committed to facilitating such visits as part of the nation's "abiding commitment to promoting inter-religious and inter-cultural harmony and understanding".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-first-fruit-of-modi-xi-diplomacy-india-china-direct-flights-resume-after-five-years-of-suspension-all-you-need-to-know-1761532275560">‘First fruit’ of Modi-Xi diplomacy: India-China direct flights resume after five years of suspension. All you need to know</a>The SGPC said it has been coordinating with Pakistan’s Evacuee Trust Property Board and the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee to ensure smooth arrangements for lodging, transport, and security. "This annual pilgrimage reinforces the deep spiritual ties that bind Sikhs across borders and reflects enduring respect for the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji," SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said.The visa announcement marks a rare gesture of goodwill after months of strain between India and Pakistan. In May, a deadly four-day confrontation between the nuclear-armed neighbours — triggered by a terror attack in Kashmir — led to missile and drone exchanges that halted all civilian crossings. &nbsp;

Pakistan has granted visas to over 2,100 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak Dev’s birth anniversary celebrations from Nov 4–13. The pilgrimage, the first major cross-border travel since the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, signals a rare goodwill gesture amid tense India-Pakistan ties.

Pakistan has issued visas for over 2,100 Indian Sikh pilgrims for the upcoming birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism. This is the first major cross-border travel in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Indian anti-terror Operation Sindoor in May. Pakistan High Commission confirms visa issued The Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, as per reports, has confirmed the visas, saying the pilgrims will take part in Gurpurb festivities scheduled from November 4 to 13. Tens of thousands of worshippers are expected to gather in Nankana Sahib, Guru Nanak’s birthplace, located about 85 kilometres west of the India-Pakistan border. Also read | 'Our defense ties have never been stronger': India, US sign new 10-year Defence Framework to boost military cooperation The pilgrimage falls under the 1974 India-Pakistan Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines, which allows devotees from both sides to travel for key religious events despite political tensions. The visiting jatha, coordinated by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and India’s Ministry of External Affairs, will visit several revered gurdwaras, including Nankana Sahib and Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal. According to Arab News, Pakistan’s Charge d’Affaires in India, Saad Ahmad Warraich, while extending his best wishes to the visiting pilgrims, called the journey a "fulfilling and spiritually rewarding" journey. He said Pakistan remained committed to facilitating such visits as part of the nation's "abiding commitment to promoting inter-religious and inter-cultural harmony and understanding". Also read | ‘First fruit’ of Modi-Xi diplomacy: India-China direct flights resume after five years of suspension. All you need to know The SGPC said it has been coordinating with Pakistan’s Evacuee Trust Property Board and the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee to ensure smooth arrangements for lodging, transport, and security. "This annual pilgrimage reinforces the deep spiritual ties that bind Sikhs across borders and reflects enduring respect for the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji," SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said. The visa announcement marks a rare gesture of goodwill after months of strain between India and Pakistan. In May, a deadly four-day confrontation between the nuclear-armed neighbours — triggered by a terror attack in Kashmir — led to missile and drone exchanges that halted all civilian crossings.

Pakistan has granted visas to over 2,100 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak Dev’s birth anniversary celebrations from Nov 4–13. The pilgrimage, the first major cross-border travel since the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, signals a rare goodwill gesture amid tense India-Pakistan ties.

Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan grants visas to over 2,000 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak birth anniversary

After the incident of child deaths linked to toxic cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh last month, a five-month-old girl died within hours of being given an ayurvedic cough syrup in Chhindwara district of the state, official said on Friday. Soon after the incident was reported, the local authorities sealed the shop that sold the medicine and launched an investigation. The mother of the child, who had been suffering from cold and cough had bought the syrup from a local medical store on October 27&nbsp;"Ruhi Minote, who was suffering from cold and cough, died on Thursday. Her family had purchased an Ayurvedic syrup and some medicinal powder from Kuratha Medical Shop four days earlier. The medical shop has been sealed," Chaurai Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Prabhat Mishra told news agency PTI.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-theatre-of-proxy-war-nsa-ajit-doval-blames-pakistan-for-terrorism-in-j-k-says-india-secure-from-attacks-1761972301609">‘Theatre of proxy war’: NSA Ajit Doval blames Pakistan for terrorism in J&amp;K, says India secure from attacks</a>&nbsp;"A case of unnatural death has been registered by police. Samples of the syrup and powder have been sent for testing. The viscera has been sent to the forensic science laboratory (FSL) in Jabalpur. We are waiting for the post-mortem report," the SDM further said.<h2>The cough syrup case</h2>&nbsp;This incident comes after three contaminated cough syrups manufactured in India were linked to the deaths of 24 children in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district. The cough syrups in question were Coldrif (Sresan Pharmaceutical), Respifresh TR (Rednex Pharmaceuticals), and ReLife (Shape Pharma).&nbsp;The World Health Organization (WHO) issued a global health advisory after the incident came to light.&nbsp;The WHO in its health advisory said that the three cough syrups contained toxic levels of diethylene glycol — nearly 500 times the permissible limit — and warned that the products posed significant, potentially life-threatening risks&nbsp;

This incident comes after three contaminated cough syrups manufactured in India were linked to the deaths of 24 children in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district last month.

After the incident of child deaths linked to toxic cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh last month, a five-month-old girl died within hours of being given an ayurvedic cough syrup in Chhindwara district of the state, official said on Friday. Soon after the incident was reported, the local authorities sealed the shop that sold the medicine and launched an investigation. The mother of the child, who had been suffering from cold and cough had bought the syrup from a local medical store on October 27 "Ruhi Minote, who was suffering from cold and cough, died on Thursday. Her family had purchased an Ayurvedic syrup and some medicinal powder from Kuratha Medical Shop four days earlier. The medical shop has been sealed," Chaurai Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Prabhat Mishra told news agency PTI. Also Read: ‘Theatre of proxy war’: NSA Ajit Doval blames Pakistan for terrorism in J&K, says India secure from attacks "A case of unnatural death has been registered by police. Samples of the syrup and powder have been sent for testing. The viscera has been sent to the forensic science laboratory (FSL) in Jabalpur. We are waiting for the post-mortem report," the SDM further said. The cough syrup case This incident comes after three contaminated cough syrups manufactured in India were linked to the deaths of 24 children in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district. The cough syrups in question were Coldrif (Sresan Pharmaceutical), Respifresh TR (Rednex Pharmaceuticals), and ReLife (Shape Pharma). The World Health Organization (WHO) issued a global health advisory after the incident came to light. The WHO in its health advisory said that the three cough syrups contained toxic levels of diethylene glycol — nearly 500 times the permissible limit — and warned that the products posed significant, potentially life-threatening risks

This incident comes after three contaminated cough syrups manufactured in India were linked to the deaths of 24 children in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district last month.

Another cough syrup related death in Madhya Pradesh: Five-month-old girl dies after consuming medicine

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Delhi bans THESE vehicles from Nov 1. Check details here

At least 10 killed, several injured in stampede at Andhra Pradesh temple

Post Op Sindoor, Pakistan grants visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims for Gurpurb

Cough syrup claims life of five-month-old girl in Madhya Pradesh