The Jammu and Kashmir assembly elected Abdul Rahim Rather of the National Conference as its speaker in the first session after six years. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and protem speaker Mubarak Gul congratulated Rather. The session will end on November 8, and key discussions include the L-G’s address and a Motion of Thanks.
In Boorugupadu village, 45 ST-Koya students now attend a newly renovated school, thanks to local police’s efforts. Previously, poor conditions deterred attendance. The initiative, led by teacher Savaralam Veeraswamy and police officer A Raju Varma, aims to improve education in Maoist-affected areas, emphasizing better living conditions.
The Election Commission has transferred Maharashtra DGP Rashmi Shukla following Congress’ complaint of bias against the opposition in the upcoming elections. The chief secretary must now appoint a new DGP. Congress cited increased political violence and Shukla’s alleged partiality and previous misconduct as reasons for her removal, seeking fair conduct during the election period.
At least 36 people have died and many others are injured after a bus fell into a 200-metre deep gorge in Uttarakhand’s Almora district. Emergency responders have initiated search and rescue operations. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has conveyed his condolences and directed swift relief efforts for the victims.
Telangana Tourism has launched a new cruise service on the Krishna River, offering scenic views of Nagarjuna Konda, Nandikonda, and the Nallamala forest. The six-hour journey, covering 120 kilometers, starts from Nagarjunasagar and costs Rs 2,000 for adults. A separate boat service connecting Somasila to Srisailam has also been introduced.
Chris Evans and his wife, actress Alba Baptista, made a rare public appearance together at the Berlin premiere of Evans’ holiday action film ‘Red One’. The couple, who generally maintain a private relationship, were seen arriving at the screening in matching brown suits. While Evans walked the red carpet, Baptista cheered him on from...
Himalayan glacial lakes are expanding at an alarming rate, increasing the risk of catastrophic floods. A recent report reveals a 10.81% growth in lake surface area from 2011 to 2024, with India experiencing a concerning 33.7% increase. This expansion, driven by climate change, necessitates urgent monitoring and mitigation efforts to protect vulnerable communities and...