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31/10/2025

Bihar NDA Manifesto : 1 Crore Govt Jobs, Metro In 4 Cities, 7 New Expressways And More - NDA Unveils Its 'Sankalp Patra'

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday released the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) manifesto, Sankalp Patra, for Bihar in the presence of BJP National President JP Nadda, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Union Ministers Jitan Ram Manjhi and Chirag Paswan, and RLM chief Upendra Kushwaha.
The NDA’s manifesto pledges to provide over one crore government jobs for the youth in Bihar. Among the major promises, the alliance has announced that, if elected, it will offer Rs 10 lakh in financial assistance to members of the Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) and establish a commission led by a Supreme Court judge.
Focusing on growth, jobs, and welfare, the Sankalp Patra lays out plans to set up 10 new industrial parks and open factories in every district to create more local employment opportunities. The NDA has also promised to help one crore women become Lakhpati Didis, raise the annual Kisan Samman Nidhi assistance from Rs 6,000 to Rs 9,000, and guarantee a Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops.
On infrastructure, the alliance has pledged to develop international airports in Patna, Darbhanga, Purnia, and Bhagalpur, and to start metro rail projects in Patna, Gaya, Purnia, and Bhagalpur.
In the education sector, the manifesto talks about opening residential schools for SC/ST students in every division, giving a Rs 2,000 monthly stipend to those pursuing higher education, providing breakfast along with mid-day meals, and setting up medical colleges in every district.
For social welfare, the NDA promises Rs 10 lakh in financial aid for Scheduled Castes and Extremely Backward Classes, building 50 lakh new houses, providing free electricity up to 125 units, and expanding social security pensions to support the poor and needy.
Elections for Bihar’s 243 Assembly seats are scheduled to take place in two phases on November 6 and 11, while counting of votes will be held on November 14.

31/10/2025

Mallikarjun Kharge Invokes Sardar Patel To Demand Ban On RSS, BJP Hits Back

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has reiterated that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) should be banned in the country, stating that even Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel had banned the participation of government employees in RSS's activities. The ban was lifted by the BJP government in 2024; it must be reinstated, he demanded.
"My personal opinion is that RSS should be banned," Kharge said at a press conference on Friday, comparing the RSS's ideology with "poison."
The BJP has slammed the Congress for invoking Patel to attack the RSS after "ignoring" his contributions for decades.
"Sardar Patel also said that one should not work for the RSS while in government service. He had banned government employees from participating in the activities of the RSS and Jamaat-e-Islami, which the Modi government lifted on July 9, 2024. We demand that this ban be reinstated," said Kharge.
The Congress government in Karnataka, the home state of Kharge, had been at loggerheads with the BJP lately over restricting government employees from participating in rallies of the RSS, which is the ideological parent of the BJP.
Vallabhbhai Patel is a towering figure in India's freedom movement. The first Home Minister of India is credited with unifying the country after Independence by bringing the princely states under the Indian dominion. Today marks Sardar Patel's birth anniversary, celebrated across the country as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
Patel had written in a letter mentioning that the RSS celebrated Mahatma Gandhi's death, Kharge said this morning, justifying the ban on the right-wing group in 1948.
"Sardar Patel united the country. Jawaharlal Nehru believed that Sardar Patel's contribution was immense. On February 4, 1948, Sardar Patel wrote in a letter about the RSS: 'The RSS celebrated Gandhiji's death and distributed sweets.' After this, the government had no other option," the Congress chief asserted.
Kharge said that, as per the report received by Patel, the atmosphere created in the country due to the ideology of the RSS and the Hindu Mahasabha was responsible for Gandhi's assassination.
Hitting back, the BJP accused the Congress of ignoring Patel for over 50 years and downplaying his contributions. They never followed Patel's footsteps and are using his name now to oppose the RSS, asserted BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla.
"INC is not the Indian National Congress. It stands for Indian N**i Congress. Despite all their conspiracies, the court lifted the ban on the RSS. They said RSS was a non-political organisation and government employees can take part in their activities. But the Congress is so intolerant that they stand with the rioters of PFI, SDPI, and MIM but spew venom against RSS, which is working for the country's welfare," he said.

31/10/2025

Gujarat: PM Modi Pays Tribute To Sardar Patel, Takes Oath To Uphold India's Unity On National Unity Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day). Marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, the day celebrates his pivotal role in uniting the nation and reinforcing India’s spirit of unity in diversity.
Taking part in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade, Prime Minister Modi witnessed the ceremonial march and cultural performances that reflected the country’s collective strength and harmony. During the ceremony, he administered an oath to safeguard India’s unity and integrity, declaring, “I take this oath to protect the unity and integrity of our country and dedicate myself to this cause,” while reaffirming his commitment to upholding internal security with a spirit of national solidarity.
Earlier in the morning, Prime Minister Modi offered prayers and floral tributes at the statue before attending the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Parade, which included contingents from the BSF, CRPF, and state police forces.
In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi wrote, “India pays homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th Jayanti. He was the driving force behind India’s integration, shaping the nation’s destiny in its formative years. His dedication to unity, good governance, and public service continues to inspire generations.”
In a video message, Prime Minister Modi described Patel as the architect of India’s unification. “He had an exceptional ability to bring people together despite ideological differences. Sardar Patel merged the princely states, united the people with the freedom movement, and strengthened the spirit of unity in diversity,” PM Modi said.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary has been celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on October 31 since 2014, when Prime Minister Modi first took office. Every year, the day is observed with events across the country, including the Run for Unity, to promote togetherness and national unity.

31/10/2025

'Ties never been stronger': US signs big 10-year Defence Framework with India

In a big move to further partnership, the United States signed a 10-year Defence Framework with India on Friday, announced Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, saying that the two countries' “defence ties have never been stronger”.
Hegseth took to X and said he met the Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh and signed the framework. The head of the Department of War (previously known as the Department of Defence) further stated the agreement advances the India-US defence partnership, which he said is a “cornerstone for regional stability and deterrence”.
He added, “We're enhancing our coordination, info sharing, and tech cooperation. Our defense ties have never been stronger.”
After signing the framework, Hegseth expressed gratitude to Singh for the partnership between Washington and New Delhi. He said, "It's one of those consequential US-India relationships in the world. Our strategic alignment is built on shared interests, on mutual trust and commitment to a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific Region."
Pete Hegseth described the 10-year defence framework as "ambitious" and said it marks a critical step for the militaries of both countries, laying down a "roadmap for deeper and even more meaningful collaboration ahead".
"It underscores America's long-term commitment for our shared security and our strong partnership," the Secretary of War added.
The meeting took place amid the second edition of the ASEAN-India Defence Ministers' Informal Meeting on Friday. The informal meeting occurred on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, scheduled for November 1.
Rajnath Singh had announced his participation in the ASEAN meetings in Kuala Lumpur and said the defence ministers' informal meeting “aims to further strengthen defence and security cooperation among ASEAN member states & India and advance the ‘Act East Policy’.”
Rajnath Singh's meeting with Hegseth comes just days after external affairs minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marcon Rubio on the side lines of the ASEAN East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur.
Jaishankar said that he and Rubio discussed the India-US bilateral ties as well as regional and global issues.
These high-level meetings between India and the US officials comes at a time when trade deal negotiations are ongoing, following tensions over President Donald Trump's move to double tariffs on New Delhi for its Russian oil purchases.
On Monday, at the East Asia Summit, Jaishankar highlighted India's growing concerns about the constriction of energy trade, market access and supply chain.
He said the world community must follow the policy of zero tolerance for terrorism and step up efforts to resolve conflicts like those in Gaza and Ukraine, which have disrupted food security and threatened energy flows.
“Energy trade is increasingly constricted, with resulting market distortions. Principles are applied selectively and what is preached is not necessarily practiced,” Jaishankar said, in what was an apparent reference to the 25 per cent additional tariff Trump imposed on Indian goods over its oil purchases from Russia.
Last week, Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal firmly asserted that India will not sign any trade agreement in haste or will reject conditions from partner countries that restrict its trading choices.
He emphasised that trade deals are not just about tariffs or market access, but about building trust, long-term relationships, and creating sustainable frameworks for global business cooperation.
"India will not sign any trade deal in a hurry," Goyal said. "In a very short-term context, it's not about what is going to happen in the next six months. It's not just about being able to sell steel to America," he added.
Goyal said that India and the US are engaged in talks, and teams from both sides are working together. "We continue to engage with them, and talks are progressing. We hope to work towards a fair and equitable agreement in the near future," he said.

31/10/2025

Late-night scuffle at club in Chanakyapuri between two groups; FIR registered

A late-night altercation broke out at a popular club in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, which led to the registration of an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. The incident took place during a ring ceremony party on October 29 at approximately 6:02 AM.
The complaint was lodged by Mohit Lamba (38).
In FIR, Lamba stated that he was attending his friend's brother's ring ceremony along with his friend, Vijayant, when a group seated nearby allegedly began staring at them repeatedly. The situation escalated when one person from the group, wearing a black shirt, followed Lamba to the washroom and allegedly abused him.
When Lamba's friend arrived to intervene, a heated argument broke out. As they attempted to leave the club, the accused reportedly blocked their way, continued verbal abuse, and one of them allegedly slapped Vijayant. Club guards soon intervened and separated both groups, as per the complaint registered.
Based on Lamba's complaint, the police have filed an FIR under the BNS, 2023.
Further investigation is underway.

31/10/2025

Delhi govt allows NOC registration for end of life vehicles

The Delhi government on Thursday, October 30, allowed the end of life vehicles (ELVs) to register for no objection certificate (NOC) by removing the one-limit for such applications.
The decision will provide relief to lakhs of over-aged vehicles in the national capital as they will be able to re-register their vehicles in other states, news agency PTI reported citing an official statement.
"This move will primarily benefit owners of diesel vehicles aged over 10 years and petrol vehicles over 15 years old, allowing them to obtain an NOC to re-register their vehicles in other states outside the Delhi-NCR region, irrespective of how long ago their vehicle's registration expired," the statement read.
The move comes following the Rekha Gupta-led government's decision to keep in abeyance the limiting clause from the "Guidelines for Handling End of Life Vehicles in Public Places of Delhi, 2024".
The clause restricted the NOC application to only within one year of such vehicle's registration expiry, according to the statement.
Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Singh said that the government found the one-year deadline for NOC was "creating an unintended logjam," leaving lakhs of vehicles stranded in the city.
"These vehicles were neither being scrapped nor could they be moved out, leading to potential pollution and congestion," he said that.
Singh further stated that decision would also help in mitigating the pollution concerns in Delhi.
"This decision will systematically phase out a significant number of older vehicles from Delhi's roads, giving a direct boost to our efforts in improving air quality and decongesting our city," he said.
"By relaxing this criteria, we are empowering our citizens to make a responsible choice," Singh added.

31/10/2025

Delhi-based family spends Rs 380 cr on 4 Gurugram apartments to create one colossal home

A Delhi-based business family has sealed a record-breaking property deal, purchasing four adjoining apartments in an under-construction Gurugram super luxury tower for a staggering Rs 380 crore.
The transaction, for the bare shell spaces in DLF's 'The Dahlias' project, is the most expensive ever for an under-construction highrise in the National Capital Region (NCR). The buyer, a family with nearly a century of business history, plans to merge the four units by removing a common wall between two adjacent towers. This ambitious conversion will create a single, sprawling 35,000-square-foot residence spread across two floors.
Ksh*tij Jain of Rizin Advisory, who advised on the deal, providing context explained that the family’s third generation had initially considered a farmhouse or a Lutyens' Delhi property with a budget of Rs 300-500 crore. "During our discussions, I realised this upcoming project opposite Camellias will be best suited given their requirements," Jain stated, as quoted that. The resulting mega-apartment will be serviced by two access-controlled elevators.
The scale of the development itself is monumental. Samir Jasuja, founder-CEO of real estate analytics firm Propequity, was cited saying that 'The Dahlias' is the country's largest project by value, estimated at over Rs 42,000 crore for just 420 apartments.
Jasuja further revealed that once interior work and registration are completed, the total outlay for this four-apartment complex is expected to surpass Rs 500 crore. The project is reportedly three and a half years from completion.
This deal has reset the benchmark for luxury real estate. As one source familiar with the matter reportedly explained, the previous record for a highrise condominium in the NCR was set just last December with the Rs 190 crore sale of a penthouse in DLF's 'The Camellias’, a project where the buying family already owns a property.
The source detailed that after accounting for a 35% loading factor, the new purchase offers a carpet area of approximately 22,750 square feet, translating to a price of about Rs 1.7 lakh per square foot.
This record-breaking purchase is a stark indicator of a surging ultra-luxury market in Delhi-NCR. Data from real estate consultancy JLL, cited in the TOI report, underscores this trend, revealing that the region accounted for a remarkable 64% of all luxury residential launches in India's top seven cities in the first half of 2024.
Overall, 59 ultra-luxury homes were sold in the country for approximately Rs 4,754 crore this year, signalling robust demand at the very peak of the property sector.

31/10/2025

Delhi High Court Upholds Eviction Of Daughter-In-Law, Says Senior Citizens Have Right To Peaceful Living

The Delhi High Court on Friday reiterated that senior citizens are entitled to live peacefully and with dignity in their own property, even when disputes arise within the family. Upholding a trial court's decision, the Division Bench dismissed an appeal challenging the eviction of a daughter-in-law from her in-laws' self-acquired home while ensuring her right to alternate accommodation under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDV Act).
The court observed that the right of residence available to women under the PWDV Act is "a right of occupation, not of ownership." It cannot override the right of senior citizens to live without distress in their own home.
"The law must operate in a manner that preserves both safety and serenity," the Bench remarked, stressing that both sets of rights, the woman's right to residence and the parents-in-law's right to dignity, must be harmoniously balanced.
The Bench noted that the property in question was a single dwelling unit with a common kitchen and staircase, making separate living arrangements within the same premises impractical.
It further recorded that the elderly homeowners had offered to provide independent alternative accommodation for the appellant, with rent of up to ?65,000 per month and all associated costs, such as maintenance, electricity, water, and a security deposit, to be borne by them.
Observing that such an arrangement safeguards the daughter-in-law's statutory protection while restoring peace to the senior citizens' home, the Court said, "Where both sets of rights intersect, the Court must strike a delicate balance so that neither party's dignity nor security is compromised.
Dismissing the appeal, the High Court directed that the alternate accommodation, a two-bedroom flat in a comparable locality, be identified within four weeks. The appellant has been asked to vacate the disputed premises within two weeks thereafter.
The judgement states that while the PWDV Act protects women from destitution, it does not grant a perpetual right to reside in a particular property, especially when the owners are senior citizens seeking to live in peace during the later years of their life.

31/10/2025

Delhi makeup artist transforms into Annabelle, sends Halloween shivers through city streets

A Delhi based makeup artist created a spine tingling scene in the capital after transforming herself into Annabelle, the infamous doll from The Conjuring franchise. Social media creator Izaa Setia stepped out in full horror character, sending chills down the spines of several passers by and delivering unexpected entertainment for others.
Setia shared a video of her eerie look on Instagram, captioning it: “Dilli ki makeup artist bani Annabelle, sheher mein macha darr ka hungama.”
In the video, Setia walks through bustling lanes of Delhi with a hauntingly pale face, exaggerated dark eye makeup, and hair styled in Annabelle’s iconic braided pigtails. Dressed in a white frock paired with a bright red ribbon, she perfectly recreated the unsettling doll like appearance.
Commuters looked stunned as she silently moved through the crowd. Some jumped in fright while others burst into nervous laughter. Curious onlookers began recording the moment on their phones, turning everyday lanes into an impromptu Halloween stage.
One viewer wrote, “Dilli ki galiyaan mein Annabelle dekh kar sach mein heart attack aa jata.” Another commented, “This is why I do not step out on Halloween in India.” A third user joked, “Bhai kisi ne police ko bulaya ya nahi.” A fourth person said, “Makeup on point, fear level one hundred.” Someone else shared, “I would have dropped my phone and run.” Another added, “Delhi never disappoints, even ghosts are glam here.” A playful user wrote, “If Annabelle was desi and fashionable.” One more viewer remarked, “Comedy and horror mix, only in India.”
Halloween celebrations are becoming increasingly visible in Indian cities, especially among young adults and creators who enthusiastically embrace costumes and spooky themes.

31/10/2025

Delhi Metro : Services from 5:15am at 2 stations for Chhath Puja returnees, 40 extra trips to cut pollution

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said it is metro services will commence from 5:15 am from October 30 for a few days from two stations to serve passengers returning to Delhi-NCR after Chhath Puja. The DMRC is also reportedly going to operate 40 additional trips on weekdays to help curb air pollution, an official said on Wednesday.
The DMRC said in a post on X on Wednesday that the early resumption of services will be in effect till November 3.
“To serve passengers returning to Delhi-NCR after Chhath Pooja, Delhi metro is operating additional trains in early morning hours to provide connectivity to passengers arriving at New Delhi and Anand Vihar Railway Stations,” the X post read.
Metro train services would commence at New Delhi Metro Station (yellow line) and Anand Vihar ISBT Metro Station (Blue/Pink Line from 5:15 am.
The DMRC will run 40 extra trips on weekdays in a bid to tackle air pollution, news agency PTI quoted an official as saying on Wednesday.
DMRC Managing Director Dr Vikas Kumar, along with officials from the civil and environment departments, inspected Ashok Vihar and Derawal Nagar in north Delhi along the under-construction Krishna Park Extension–RK Ashram Marg corridor to assess dust control measures, the report added.
Kumar said the number of additional trips could be increased to 60 if the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage III is enforced.
To reduce pollution at construction sites, the DMRC said it has been sprinkling water, ensuring proper waste disposal, and mandating the washing of vehicle wheels before they exit project areas.
Anti-smog guns have also been deployed at all active construction sites as per guidelines.
The corporation noted that it was among the first in the National Capital Region to adopt anti-smog guns, even before they became mandatory.
Currently, 82 such machines are in use across various project sites, with more to be added as required.
DMRC has also implemented several long-term environmental initiatives. During the construction of Phase IV underground stations at Ghanta Ghar and Pul Bangash, dewatered water was redirected via pipeline to Roshanara Bagh Lake, helping restore it.

31/10/2025

Delhi Police Arrest R**e Accused Aqeel Khan For Conspiring With Daughter To Stage Fake Acid Attack And Frame Others

Delhi Police have registered the arrest of Aqeel Khan, who is currently lodged in Tihar Jail in a r**e case, for the conspiracy in staging an acid 'attack' on his 20-year-old daughter.
The police had earlier said that the acid 'attack' was staged to frame the husband of a woman and the two sons of another woman, who have complained of r**e and acid attack, respectively, against Khan.
"Aqeel was arrested two days ago by the Bhalswa Dairy police station on r**e charges. He was then sent to judicial custody in Tihar Jail. Today, after obtaining permission from the court, the Bharat Nagar police station in the North West district went to Tihar Jail for questioning him, and subsequently arrested him after claiming substantial evidence," the Delhi Police said in a statement on Thursday.
The Delhi Police Special Commissioner of Police (Law & Order), Ravinder Yadav, stated that the investigation team became suspicious of the genuineness of Aqeel Khan's daughter's complaint due to inconsistencies in her statements.
"As soon as we got to know there was an attack, we registered the case. During the probe, we found some inconsistencies. We found that the story was fabricated. The CCTV footage we reviewed showed that the accused person was not at the scene. Then, we found that the girl's father had a case registered against him of molestation and assault. To trap the complainant's husband, this was done," Special CP had told here.
After checking the CCTV footage and call records, the police also found that Jitender, who was named as one of the attackers, was not present at the crime scene at the time of the attack.
Jitender was the husband of the woman who alleged r**e and blackmail against Aqeel Khan.
"My husband is innocent, and that girl, her father, and her entire family conspired together and filed a false case... I had filed a complaint against Aqeel Khan at the Bhalswa police station. To escape that, he used his daughter to plot against my husband... My husband was on duty in Karol Bagh when the (alleged) attack occurred," Jitender's wife had told here.
The other two, Armaan and Ishaan, whom Aqeel Khan's daughter named as her attacker, were her relatives, and back in 2018, their mother, Shabnam, accused Khan of sexual violence as well as an acid attack, said the police.
Police said that their initial investigation revealed that it was not acid that had been thrown on the woman. Instead, she had taken toilet cleaner from their home and poured it on her hands herself, after which a false case of acid attack was registered.

31/10/2025

Rare reversal: After years of sinking, land in Delhi's Dwarka lifting again

In a rare reversal, land in Dwarka, once one of Delhi's most groundwater-stressed areas, is rising again. According to research by ISRO, IIT Kanpur, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, and the University of Miami, satellite data from October 2014 to October 2023 reveals that the land, which had been sinking for years as aquifers ran dry, has started to lift-an early sign of groundwater recovery.
For years, southwest Delhi's Dwarka area experienced gradual land subsidence, as its aquifers ran dry. However, recent findings suggest a rare but promising shift. The study, titled InSAR Reveals Recovery of Stressed Aquifer Systems in Parts of Delhi, India, published in Water Resources Research, found that land subsidence in Dwarka has not only stopped but reversed in certain parts. The research shows that since mid-2016, the land in Dwarka has lifted by 5 to 10 centimetres, with a rise of up to 2 centimetres per year across nearly 4 square kilometres of land.
The researchers, including scientists from ISRO and IITs, said this upward shift in land levels is indicative of refilling underground aquifers, signaling that groundwater is slowly recovering. The study highlighted that groundwater storage in Dwarka increased by roughly 2-7 billion litres annually between 2016 and 2023, enough to meet the water needs of an entire Delhi neighbourhood or fill hundreds of Olympic-sized swimming pools.
The research points to the significant impact of Delhi's 2016 groundwater policy, which imposed restrictions on new borewells, mandated rainwater harvesting, and required housing projects to incorporate recharge structures. This policy, the study suggests, has likely contributed to the stabilization of Delhi's overdrawn aquifers.
Groundwater levels across the city rose by more than 1.5 metres between 2018 and 2021, despite a drop in rainfall during that period. "The sustained rise in groundwater level during 2018-2021, despite decreasing rainfall, provides strong evidence for substantial recovery of groundwater resources through improved management," the paper noted.
However, the situation remains mixed across the region. In contrast to the positive trends in Dwarka, areas such as Faridabad are facing worsening conditions. The study found that land subsidence in Faridabad has accelerated, with the sinking rate doubling from about 2 cm per year before 2017 to nearly 4-5 cm per year since. This alarming trend is attributed to continued over-extraction of groundwater for domestic and industrial use.
Elsewhere, in Gurgaon, the pace of land sinking has slowed significantly. Between 2014 and 2018, the city's central areas experienced subsidence of 15 cm per year. Since 2018, this rate has reduced to around 10 cm annually, with the southern parts seeing a decline from 6 cm per year to just 2 cm per year. The study explained that this slowdown in subsidence indicates that the underground water system is stabilizing, likely due to a reduction in extraction and an increase in recharge.

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