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Protesting against the death of six hostages, a mob tried to barge into the personal residence of Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Saturday evening, setting off another big escalation between security forces and the protesters.   Election Commission seeks reply from Mallikarjun Kharge, JP Nadda on Rahul Gandhi and Amit Shah's speeches.  Former TDP MLA and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's younger brother N Ramamurthy Naidu passed away at a private super-speciality hospital here on Saturday, while undergoing treatment for health complications, the hospital said. He was 72. Ramamurthy Naidu, who was admitted to the hospital on November 14 following a cardiac arrest, breathed his last at 12.45 PM, the hospital said in a bulletin.

  Sukhbir Singh Badal has resigned as the president of the Shiromani Akali Dal, said party leader Daljit Cheema, news agency PTI reported. In a post on X, Cheema said that Badal submitted his resignation to the working Committee of the party on Saturday "to pave the way for the election of new President".  Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased in the mishap in the fire incident at Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh. Prime Minister Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the fire incident at the Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, calling it "heart-wrenching," and offered condolences to the bereaved families of the ten children who lost their lives in the incident.

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday announced an assistance of Rs five lakh each to parents of the newborns who died in the fire incident at Maharani Laxmibai Medical College Hospital, Jhansi. The UP government has also announced Rs 50,000 each to the families of the injured from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. CM Yogi Adityanath has also directed the Divisional Commissioner and Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) of Jhansi to submit a report regarding the incident within 12 hours.  Jhansi Commissioner Bimal Kumar Dubey said that the infants injured in the massive fire at Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh are given the best possible medical treatment. At least 10 infants were killed while several others suffered burn injuries in the fire that broke out at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Jhansi Medical College late Friday evening. According to hospital officials, there were around 54 infants admitted to the NICU ward. As per the officials, the prima facie cause of the fire is said to be due to a short circuit.    Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak announced a multi-level investigation into the tragic fire at Jhansi Medical College that claimed the lives of 10 newborns. Addressing reporters on Saturday, Pathak assured that strict action would be taken against those found responsible for the incident. He also extended the state government's support to the families of the victims, stating, "If any lapses are identified, strict action will follow, and no one will be spared. The government stands with the families of the deceased infants."    A layer of smog engulfs the capital city as the pollution levels continue to remain high. The AQI of Pragati Maidan and surrounding areas including ITO is 357 categorised as 'Very Poor'. Delhi: Toxic foam seen floating on the Yamuna River in Kalindi Kunj, as pollution level in the river continues to remain high.

11:05 PM

Mob tries to storm CM N Biren Singh's home as Manipur protests escalate

Protesting against the death of six hostages, a mob tried to barge into the personal residence of Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Saturday evening, setting off another big escalation between security forces and the protesters.

9:12 PM

NHRC notice to UP govt, DGP over death of newborns in Jhansi hospital fire

The NHRC on Saturday said it has issued a notice to the Uttar Pradesh government and the state's police chief in connection with a fire at the children's ward of a medical college in Jhansi that claimed the lives of 10 newborns.

Describing reports of the incident as "disturbing", the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a detailed report within a week.

The commission observed that the contents of the reports are "indeed disturbing and indicate negligence" resulting in a "grave violation" of the human rights of the victims as they were in the care of a government institution.

In a statement, the NHRC said it has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report that at least 10 newborns died in the fire that broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of the Maharani Laxmibai Medical College on Friday night.

9:01 PM

Delhi records lowest temperature of season so far at 15.3 deg C

Delhi on Saturday registered a minimum temperature of 15.3 degrees Celsius, the lowest so far this season, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

With night-time temperatures dropping, fog continued to envelop the capital, accompanied by cold winds in the morning and evening.

The maximum temperature was recorded at 29.6 degrees Celsius, 1.1 notches above normal. The city experienced its second-lowest temperature of the season on Friday, with the minimum recorded at 15.6 degrees Celsius, according to the weather department.

Meanwhile, visibility at Safdarjung dropped to 300 metres at 8:30 am, with humidity levels fluctuating between 94 per cent and 79 per cent throughout the day.

8:15 PM

BJP-ruled states sending diesel buses to Delhi to aggravate pollution problem: Rai

Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Saturday accused BJP-ruled neighbouring states like Haryana and Uttar Pradesh of aggravating Delhi's pollution problem by sending BS IV diesel buses to the city despite a ban.
 

The Delhi government has imposed a ban on BS III petrol and BS IV diesel vehicles under the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) III.
 

During an inspection of buses at the Kashmiri Gate inter-state bus terminal (ISBT), Rai flagged the arrival of diesel buses from Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand, noting that these buses continue to violate the Grap III guidelines aimed at reducing pollution.

8:13 PM

Mizoram govt urges residents to exercise caution following recent violence in Manipur

The Mizoram government on Saturday urged residents to exercise "extreme caution" to avoid communal violence in the state, following recent incidents in neighbouring Manipur.

 

Over the past week, over 10 people have been killed in Manipur's Jiribam district, which shares a border with Mizoram.

 

A statement by the Mizoram Home Department called on residents to avoid actions that could provoke communal incidents within the state.

 

It reassured that the state government would continue to take measures to ensure the safety and security of all outsiders, particularly those from Manipur.

 

The statement also highlighted that the government would take steps to safeguard Mizos living outside Mizoram, especially students and migrant workers in Manipur.

 

The state government expressed sadness over the recent violence in Manipur and extended condolences to the families of the deceased and those injured in the violence.

7:58 PM

Seven feared dead in deadly attack on security check post in Pakistan

6:57 PM

Army chief General Dwivedi to visit Nepal next week to boost military ties

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi will embark on a four-day visit to Nepal starting November 20 to explore ways to further expand the already close defence and strategic ties between the two countries and review the evolving regional security situation.
 

In Kathmandu, Gen. Dwivedi will be conferred the honorary rank of "General of the Nepal Army" by Nepalese President Ramchandra Paudel in continuation of an age-old tradition that first started in 1950, reflecting the strong ties between the two militaries.

6:55 PM

"Will expose BJP on Waqf issue," says Karntaka Deputy CM Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday said his party would expose the BJP on the Waqf issue as changes in revenue records favouring the Waqf Board were effected only during the Saffron party's regime.
 

While the BJP is all set to mount pressure on the Congress government by holding a mega protest and a month long march on the Waqf issue, Shivakumar claimed that during its tenure, the BJP regime started changing the revenue records of rights, tenancy and crops in favour of the Waqf Board and many properties also were transferred in the name of that board.

6:43 PM

Delhi Mayor conducts first inspection to tackle garbage accumulation

Delhi's newly elected Mayor Mahesh Khinchi and Deputy Mayor Ravinder Bhardwaj conducted their first inspection on Saturday, after taking charge, to address the growing problem of garbage accumulation in the city.

 

They visited the Vasant Vihar ward accompanied by officials to assess cleanliness efforts and identify areas of concern.

 

Addressing the issue during the inspection, Mayor Khinchi said, "This is our first official visit after assuming the office. We are here to inspect areas with significant garbage build-up, evaluate the current arrangements, and identify problems. Resolving these issues is our top priority, and we are committed to taking swift and effective action."

 

Deputy Mayor Bhardwaj added, "Since the Mayoral elections were held just a few days ago, today marks our first inspection. We are focusing on cleanliness in line with former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's vision for a cleaner Delhi. To achieve this, we are working directly with local MLAs, councillors, and MCD officials. We are also engaging with residents to assess where improvements are needed."

6:43 PM

Punjab man arrested in Baba Siddique murder case

A Fazilka-based person was held by Punjab Police in a joint operation with the Maharashtra Police in connection with the murder of NCP leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique, a top police officer said on Saturday.

 

Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said the accused has been identified as Akash Gill, a native of Pakka Chishti of Fazilka district in Punjab.

 

"Preliminary investigation reveals the arrested accused is an associate of Lawrence Bishnoi Gang and was providing logistical assistance to the shooters involved in the murder of Baba Siddiqui," Yadav said in a post on X.

5:48 PM

"Devastated...": West Bengal CM Mamata demands immediate action in Jhansi hospital fire

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday condemned the blaze at Jhansi Medical College that claimed the lives of 10 newborns and called for immediate action to prevent such horrific incidents in the future.

 

"I am devastated by the tragic incident at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, where ten newborns lost their lives in a fire in the NICU. We stand in solidarity with the affected families and demand accountability and immediate action to prevent such horrific accidents in the future," Mamata Banerjee posted on X.

 

The tragedy occurred when a fire, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit in an oxygen concentrator, spread rapidly in the highly oxygenated environment of the NICU, claiming the lives of 10 newborns.

 

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi also expressed his sorrow over the incident and called for strict action against those responsible.

5:46 PM

UP Bypolls 2024: CM Yogi Adityanath holds roadshow in Ghaziabad

5:46 PM

Haryana govt orders temporary closure of schools up to class 5 amid rising pollution

5:30 PM

Authorities reimpose curfew in Imphal West District

Authorities in Imphal West District have re-imposed a curfew starting at 4

 

Earlier, the authorities had relaxed the curfew from 5:00 am to 8:00 pm on November 16, as per an order dated November 15. However, this relaxation order now stands cancelled with immediate effect.

 

Individuals involved in essential services, including healthcare, will be exempt from the curfew.

 

An order issued by Th Kirankumar, District Magistrate, Imphal West District, on Saturday stated: "Now, due to the developing law and order situation in the district, the above-mentioned curfew relaxation order stands cancelled with immediate effect, i.e., from 4:30 pm on November 16, 2024. Total curfew is imposed with effect from 4:30 pm on November 16, 2024, until further orders."

 

"All persons involved in essential services such as health, electricity, CAF & PD, PHED, petrol pumps, municipality, press and electronic media, functioning of courts, and to-and-fro movement of flight passengers to the airport, as well as contractors/workers with valid Airport Entry Permit (AEP) cards, shall be exempted from the curfew," the order further stated.

5:11 PM

BJP purchases govts in states where it fails to get elected: Mallikarjun Kharge in Ranchi