Mumbai’s Muslim population, making up 20%, has few candidates in major parties’ lists despite significant representation in some constituencies. Congress and NCP lead with the highest number of Muslim nominees. However, dissatisfaction looms over the MVA’s minimal consideration. The situation might benefit smaller parties such as AIMIM and VBA in upcoming polls.
Read MoreMcDonald’s recalls raw onions from its menu following an E. coli outbreak that affected 90 people across 13 states, resulting in one death and 27 hospitalizations. The FDA traced the contamination to Taylor Farms. McDonald’s temporarily halted the sale of Quarter Pounders in response to the outbreak.
Read MorePresident Joe Biden’s comment referring to Trump supporters as ‘garbage’ sparked a wave of denigration, with Trump donning a sanitation worker’s uniform to mock Democrats. White House reassures Biden’s statement was misinterpreted, not aimed at all Trump supporters. Kamala Harris distances herself from the remark, emphasizing respect for voters’ choices.
Read MoreCongress demands the Election Commission of India to remove Maharashtra DGP Rashmi Shukla for alleged bias and escalating political violence against opposition during the upcoming assembly elections, highlighting her past controversy involving illegal phone tapping while serving in other police capacities.
Read MoreDuring the US embassy’s Diwali celebrations in India, Ambassador Eric Garcetti delighted attendees by dancing to the Bollywood song “Tauba Tauba.”
Read MoreA goods train carrying food grains derailed near MUPA in Assam’s Maligaon, disrupting train services. The incident occurred inside tunnel number 2, and several trains have been canceled. Repair and restoration efforts are ongoing, with senior railway officials at the site. Normal operations are expected to resume shortly, according to Northeast Frontier Railway.
Read MoreDiwali 2024 Puja Muhurat: Lakshmi Puja, an essential ritual during Diwali, involves cleaning the home, setting up a sacred platform, positioning deities, and performing detailed offerings such as flowers, fruits, sweets, and mantras. The puja is conducted to invite Goddess Lakshmi for blessings of peace, wealth, and prosperity.
Read MoreAhead of the November 20 assembly elections, major political parties in Maharashtra face challenges from Independent candidates with identical names, which may confuse voters. In the Sangli district, Rohit Raosaheb Patil competes against three other Independents with similar names. In Pune, candidates Bapusaheb Tukaram Pathare and Ashwini Nitin Kadam also encounter opponents with almost...
Read MoreA tragic incident occurred in Eluru town when an explosion of firecrackers on a scooty claimed one life and injured six others. Durgasi Sudhakar died instantly after the vehicle hit a speed breaker, causing the firecrackers to explode. The injured, including those standing roadside, were swiftly admitted to the local hospital for treatment.
Read MoreThe longstanding practice of political betting persists, with both potential manipulation and its impact on perceptions concerning. Legal debates are ongoing over regulating such markets in the US. Social trust in crowd wisdom and economic stakes make these markets influential but potentially risky without strict oversight, as reflected in past financial market behaviors and...
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