Manipur has descended into renewed ethnic violence with 11 casualties reported since Sept 1, involving suspected tribal militants. Key incidents include a controversial audio clip, arson targeting BJP functionaries, and demands for a separate administration by the Kuki-Zo community. The state government seeks central help to restore normalcy.
Read MoreSpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission has transported four astronauts to a record distance from Earth since Apollo 11. The crew is set for the first all-private spacewalk. NASA underscores the importance of this mission for advancing space health research, which will support future deep space missions to the Moon and Mars.
Read MoreSamajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has accused the BJP of orchestrating fake police encounters, alleging a systematic pattern involving fabricated stories and media manipulation. He criticized the BJP for pressuring victims’ families and using propaganda to justify actions. His comments follow the recent death of robbery suspect Mangesh Yadav in an alleged police shootout.
Read MoreTwo Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were killed during an encounter with security forces near the Kathua-Basantgarh border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district. Another terrorist is believed to be trapped, and efforts are ongoing to neutralize him. Additional personnel have been sent to the area. Earlier, a BSF personnel was injured by unprovoked Pakistani firing.
Read MoreUnion minister Amit Shah criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his comments on religious freedom, accusing him of supporting divisive forces. Shah condemned Gandhi’s remarks on reservations and accused the Congress party of threatening national security. These statements were made during an event at Georgetown University in the United States.
Read MoreIrfan Pathan made history with a hat-trick in the first over of the third Test against Pakistan in 2006 at Karachi’s National Stadium. Dismissing Salman Butt, Younis Khan, and Mohammad Yousuf consecutively, he became the first to achieve this feat in Test cricket. Despite Pakistan winning the match, Pathan’s achievement remains iconic.
Read MoreThe Indian government has expanded the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana to include all senior citizens aged 70 and above. This initiative will provide up to ₹5 lakh in health insurance per year for around 4.5 crore families, regardless of their socio-economic status, ensuring broader healthcare access.
Read MoreTensions erupted in Nagamangala, Karnataka during a Ganesh procession when miscreants threw stones at devotees, sparking a clash. Police used mild force and tear gas to disperse the crowd. Ban orders were issued under CrPC 144, and additional police forces were deployed to regain control. Devotees demand the arrest of those responsible.
Read MoreVeteran Australian spin bowler Nathan Lyon has identified batting maestro Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Rishabh Pant as key targets for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Acknowledging India’s strong line-up, Lyon emphasized the challenge ahead. The series kicks off on November 22 in Perth and concludes in Sydney on January 7.
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