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12:54 PM

NC's Abdul Rahim Rather elected J-K Assembly Speaker

Veteran National Conference leader and seven-time MLA from Charar-e-Sharief Abdul Rahim Rather was on Monday elected the first speaker of the legislative assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Leader of the House and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said Rather (80) was a "natural choice" for the post due to his vast experience. He said Rather has earlier raised the dignity of the House in various capacities, and as the custodian of the House now, "we expect you to do justice with all members".

12:43 PM

EC orders immediate transfer of Maharashtra DGP

Ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly polls, the Election Commission on Monday directed the state government to transfer DGP Rashmi Shukla with immediate effect following complaints from political parties, including the Congress, sources said. The poll body directed the Maharashtra chief secretary to hand over Shukla's charge to the next senior-most IPS officer in the cadre. The chief secretary was also directed to send a panel of three IPS officers by Tuesday afternoon for appointment as DGP, the sources said.

12:37 PM

Jharkhand BJP came up with excellent 'Sankalp Patra' for all: PM Modi

JMM, Cong, RJD make false promises, they didn't do anything for women in 5 years and now copying BJP, PM Modi said in Garhwa.

12:32 PM

Govt invites applications for RBI Deputy Governor post

The Finance Ministry has invited applications for the post of RBI Deputy Governor in the place of Michael Debabrata Patra, whose extended term is coming to an end on January 14, 2025. As per the eligibility criteria mentioned in the public announcement, applicants should have at least 25 years of work experience in Public Administration including experience at the level of Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India.

12:16 PM

It is time for double engine govt in Jharkhand: PM Modi in Garhwa

Centre making efforts to boost infra in Jharkhand at a time when JMM-led coalition trying to scuttle development, PM Modi stated in Garhwa. 

12:02 PM

The aspiration for return to statehood remains strong: LG Sinha in his address to J-K Assembly

PM Modi has reiterated commitment for restoration of statehood at the earliest, LG Sinha stated in the Jammu-Kashmir Assembly.

 

11:45 AM

Economist Ajit Ranade resigns as VC of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics

Citing "personal" reasons, economist Ajit Ranade has quit as the vice-chancellor of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE)

11:30 AM

News update: Resolution moved in J-K Assembly opposing abrogation of Article 370

11:10 AM

Maharashtra Assembly elections: BJP rebel Gopal Shetty announces withdrawal of nomination

Senior leader and former MP Gopal Shetty, who had filed nomination as an independent after the BJP denied ticket to him, on Monday announced withdrawal of his candidature from Borivali assembly seat in Mumbai. The BJP has nominated Sanjay Upadhyay from the Borivali seat for the November 20 state assembly polls.

Monday is the last day for withdrawing nominations.

10:59 AM

Violence unacceptable, every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely: Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday condemned the attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton by alleged Khalistani extremists and said that every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely and safely. On Sunday, Peel Regional Police said that a protest occurred at a Hindu temple in Brampton and unverified videos circulating on social media appeared to show demonstrators holding banners in support of Khalistan, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation reported.

 

10:43 AM

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's election proposer Mandal Murmu joins BJP

Mandal Murmu, one of the proposers of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's nomination from Barhait assembly constituency, joined the BJP, party leaders said on Monday. Murmu, a descendant of Sido-Kanu, who led the Santhal revolt in 1855, joined the party in Deoghar on Sunday in the presence of Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. "Mandal Murmu ji, descendant of Sidhu-Kanhu and proposer of Hemant Soren, became a member of the BJP family," Sarma posted on X.

 

10:30 AM

Challenge PM to speak about real issues in rallies instead of 'lies' against Opposition: Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday alleged that the BJP's "anti-people" policies are "corroding" India's economy and challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak about real issues facing common people in his future election rallies, instead of "spewing lies" against the Opposition. Kharge said fake narratives cannot be a substitute for real welfare.

10:10 AM

Chandrababu Naidu will not let any bill that harms the interests of Muslims be implemented: TDP

Amid opposition to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill from several Muslim bodies, senior leader of key NDA ally TDP, Nawab Jan, on Sunday said Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has always said he has two eyes -- one Hindu and one Muslim, Jan said. "He (Naidu) says any harm done to one eye affects the whole body and we must keep this in mind as we move forward on the path of development," Jan said.

9:52 AM

India, China have made 'some progress' in disengagement, a welcome move: S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India and China have achieved "some progress" in their disengagement efforts. He characterized this development as "welcome" and suggested it creates opportunities for further advancement in the process. 

9:42 AM

Delhi AQI near 'severe' mark; Anand Vihar worst hit

On Monday morning, New Moti Bagh recorded an AQI of 400, RK Puram at 393, Dwarka Sector 8 at 393, and ITO at 349. All these areas reported 'very poor' air quality levels, posing significant health risks. Delhi's Anand Vihar, which has a terminal for interstate buses, continues to be severely affected by pollution, with an AQI level reaching 433, placing it in the "severe" category.