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Nov 9, 2026, 05:49 PM

BJP Leader Returns Bulletproof Car Provided by Jharkhand Government

BJP leader and former Jharkhand chief minister Babulal Marandi has returned an old bulletproof car he received from the state government for his security.

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Aaj Tak

Nov 9, 2026, 05:34 PM

Kerala Investigates E20 Petrol Amid Controversy Over Ethanol Content

The controversy over E20 petrol is growing in the country. After the Karnataka government claimed that petrol contains up to 31. 2% ethanol instead of the prescribed 20%, an investigation has now begun in Kerala. The Kerala government has started random testing of petrol pumps in four districts. The move comes after complaints from vehicle owners about vehicles malfunctioning and the quality of petrol. The government has warned that if ethanol is found in excess of the prescribed limit at a petrol pump, legal action will be taken against those responsible along with sealing it. There are Congress governments in both Karnataka and Kerala, which are in opposition at the center. In Kerala, the Congress-led UDF government led by Chief Minister VD Satheesan has started an investigation into the amount of ethanol in petrol. According to information, Kerala Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob said on Monday that samples are being taken from petrol pumps. Samples from these petrol pumps are expected to arrive in the state within 10 days. Test results from government laboratories in Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam are being sent to the state's petrol pumps.

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Aaj Tak

Nov 9, 2026, 04:51 PM

Sarvajan Sanatan Party Seeks Candidates for UP Assembly Elections

Former CBI chief M Nageshwar Rao has entered the political arena in Uttar Pradesh. His party Sarvajan Sanatan Party has started seeking applications from potential candidates for the upcoming assembly elections. Hyderabad-based retired IPS officer Nageshwar Rao took charge as the party's national president about a month ago. He said that his party is starting the first phase of the process of selecting potential candidates for all 403 assembly seats in Uttar Pradesh. The state is due for elections early next year. He said on social media platform X. To join the party, applicants must have faith in the ideology, core objectives, and policies of the Sarvajan Sanatan Party. Also, the applicant must be an Indian citizen, enrolled in the voter list of any assembly constituency in Uttar Pradesh, and complete the minimum age of 25 years by the date of scrutiny of nomination papers. The former CBI additional director, who got the charge of the office in 2019, said that "India needs to come out of politics with the objective of unifying India and re-inventing their political party on the basis of religion."

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Aaj Tak

Nov 9, 2026, 04:46 PM

Naidu Demands Scrapping of High-Value Currency Notes to Combat Corruption

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has demanded scrapping of high-value currency notes of Rs 500 and Rs 2000 denominations in the country. On Monday, he said scrapping high-value currency notes can help curb corruption. It will also make it easier to build wealth and work towards poverty alleviation. Naidu advocated digital currency and technology-based governance, saying he had raised the issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the past and would continue to do so.

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NorthEast Now

Nov 9, 2026, 04:44 PM

Manipur Congress Leader Calls for Government Surrender Amid Governance Failures and Unfulfilled Promises

Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president and Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader K. Meghachandra Singh called on the leaders of the BJP-led government to surrender their authority, citing acute governance failures, unfulfilled financial promises and an inability to resolve the prolonged ethnic crisis. Speaking to the press at his residence in Yairipok, Thoubal district, on November 9, the opposition leader said the ruling administration continued to issue false assurances while the general public endured immense suffering. He said that despite budgetary allocations of Rs 350 crore for women’s empowerment in the state Assembly , the government had failed to fulfil its widely publicised promises. The MPCC chief specifically referred to an unfulfilled pledge by several BJP legislators to distribute Rs 10,000 to every woman from poor and helpless families ahead of the Ningol Chakkouba festival. He said the state had instead distributed only Rs 1,000 to internally displaced persons across ten districts, an outcome he described as highly unfortunate. He also criticised the government for maintaining silence and failing to clarify the budgetary discrepancies. The opposition leader attributed the prolonged Manipur crisis to internal conflicts within the ruling BJP. He said these deep political divisions had rendered the government incapable of restoring peace and normalcy. He added that the state was facing a severe leadership deficit, with governance limited to virtual Cabinet meetings rather than tangible action on the ground. On regional security and employment, the Congress leader claimed that the government’s failure to provide jobs had forced local youth to take up arms to protect the state’s territorial integrity. He also accused the ruling party of attempting to silence Inner Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam for raising critical issues concerning the state in Parliament. He concluded by describing the BJP-led alliance’s internal leadership changes and strategies for government formation as constitutionally flawed.

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ABP News✓

Nov 9, 2026, 04:36 PM

Indian MP Pappu Yadav Sparks Controversy with Comments on Spiritual Leaders

Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, the government of Bageshwar Dham, and Aniruddhacharya Maharaj, the narrator, are in the news these days. Recently, Dhirendra Shastri had given a statement comparing Lord Krishna and Ram, after which there was a lot of controversy. Now MP Pappu Yadav has made a controversial comment by naming these two babas. Purnia MP Pappu Yadav posted from his ex-handle on Monday, calling both of them hypocrites. He has been giving statements about babas in the past. In his ex-post making the controversial statement, the MP has written, "Babas like Dhongi Shastri and Aniruddha are illegitimate offspring of BJP-RSS." He further writes, "They should be immediately sent to jail or admitted to a mental hospital." Dhongi Shastri and the like Aniruddha Baba are "illegitimate offspring of BJP-RSS." They should be immediately sent to jail or admitted to a mental hospital. 1 / 1 MP Pappu Yadav said, "They do not mean'Sanatan Ramayana, "'Bhagwan, "'Gita," and'Basis "of the Constitution.

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The Financial Express

Nov 9, 2026, 04:35 PM

Tata Legacy at Risk: A Call for Government Intervention

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ’s statesmanlike response to a query on the Tata issue at the Financial Express Leadership Awards puts to rest dark rumours of the government’s involvement in the fracas roiling corporate India. With great sincerity, she described the matter as sensitive, requiring business acumen, maturity, and cordiality. She affirmed the Tata Group ’s brand value and the Parsi community’s contribution to making Tata a globally recognised name. She also acknowledged the group’s involvement in critical sectors of the Indian economy and stressed the need for an amicable resolution. In a brief personal conversation after the event, she reiterated that she meant every word spoken on the dais. This will be music to the ears of those saddened by the unseemly dissent within the group, who hope its reputation will soon be restored, enabling it to continue benefitting the community and the country. This, however, is not merely an issue of personalities. Mortals, however malicious their intent or devious their machinations, have a shelf life. Institutions committed to the common good, as the Tata Trusts have been for over a century, must endure. The existential threat to the umbilical cord binding Tata Trusts and Tata Sons comes not from individuals but from the RBI’s ill-explained insistence on forcing Tata Sons to list. The perils of listing have been enumerated earlier but bear repeating. First, the covenant between the Trusts and Tata Sons, enshrined in their Articles of Association and underpinning their philanthropic relationship, will be superseded by Sebi’s listing regulations and company law requirements. The freedom with which both entities have functioned will be severely compromised. This independence has enabled Tata Sons to uphold its reputation for fairness, including providing restitution to those who lost money in Tata Finance and honouring commitments in Tata Telecom. Second is the very real prospect of Tata Trusts ’ stake in Tata Sons eventually becoming a minority holding. The SP Group currently holds 18.6% and needs to reduce its debt, potentially through the sale of its Tata Sons shares. At listing, at least 5% would have to be offered for public subscription, gradually increasing to 25%. A future management could also raise capital through rights issues that the Trusts, constrained by restrictions on charitable investments, may be unable to subscribe to. Third is the Tatas’ involvement in critical sectors of the Indian economy, highlighted by their acquisition of the albatross that is Air India. The six largest loss-making subsidiaries of Tata Sons incurred cumulative losses of Rs 68,341 crore between FY23 and FY26, during N Chandrasekaran’s second term. Air India alone accounted for Rs 48,929 crore, or 72% of the total. These losses were absorbed by Tata Sons through TCS dividends and a one-time gain from the Tata Capital IPO. With Air India wreaking havoc on Tata Sons’ bottom line and future earnings, and not even a glimmer of breakeven in sight, which investor would willingly invest in its equity? The government must ask itself whether a listed Tata Sons, driven by quarterly profits and share-price appreciation, would have been able to nurse its unwanted Air India baby. A successful IPO of Tata Sons’ magnitude also requires buoyant markets and favourable investor sentiment. Is it fair for the government to compel a listing when Tata Sons is burdened by losses from an airline it acquired from the government, while simultaneously investing in long-gestation projects of national economic importance? If forced to list, continued losses could severely depress Tata Sons’ share price and undervalue its long-term potential. Is it equitable for the RBI to insist on listing without recognising the exceptional circumstances created by the government itself? Tata Sons has no debt and has not taken a single rupee from the public. It therefore poses no systemic risk. Regulations are not immutable. Exemptions can be granted when circumstances warrant them. The Tata legacy is unique because its guardians have consistently placed trusteeship, philanthropy, and community welfare above personal enrichment. Their financial integrity has been unimpeachable. JRD Tata famously died a pauper, having donated the entire proceeds from the sale of an apartment to a foundation supporting women and children. Such conduct exemplifies the principles that have distinguished the Tata Group for generations. The late Ratan Tata also supported Prime Minister Modi’s vision from the time the latter, then chief minister of Gujarat, invited him to establish the Nano plant in Sanand. That decision reflected the Tatas’ willingness to invest in national development, often beyond immediate commercial considerations. The Prime Minister, home minister and now finance minister have all praised the Parsi community’s extraordinary contribution to India, embodied in the Tata legacy. Yet appreciation must translate into action when the very character of that legacy is threatened. The issue transcends corporate governance, regulatory rigidity, and individual disputes. It concerns preserving an institutional structure that has allowed commercial success to serve a larger philanthropic purpose for more than a century. Compulsory listing risks weakening that structure without any corresponding public benefit. Now is the opportunity for the government to recognise these exceptional circumstances and honour Ratan Tata’s wish that the character of Tata Sons not be destroyed by a forced public listing. Preserving this unique institution would serve not only the Tata legacy but also the national interest. The author is a veteran journalist and promoter of Spenta Multimedia Disclaimer: The views expressed are the author’s own and do not reflect the official policy or position of Financial Express.

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 04:23 PM

Jharkhand Leader Returns Bulletproof Vehicle Due to Frequent Breakdowns

RANCHI: Leader of the Opposition Babulal Marandi has returned the 13-year-old bulletproof vehicle provided to him by the Jharkhand government, citing frequent breakdowns and the alleged failure of the authorities to address the issue despite repeated complaints to senior officials and Chief Minister Hemant Soren. In a letter written to the Chief Minister, Marandi has asked the Home Department to formally take possession of the vehicle and acknowledge receipt of his communication. He has also demanded that roadworthy vehicles be provided without delay for him and the security personnel accompanying him. “I am hereby returning, with due respect, the bulletproof vehicle provided to me by the State Government for my security. Please instruct the Home Department to formally accept this vehicle and provide an acknowledgment to my office. I am compelled to write this letter because, despite having personally informed your senior officials that this vehicle frequently breaks down mid-journey, I am still expected to use it for my tours across the state,” stated Marandi in his letter. He also asked CM Hemant Soren whether he would agree to undertake his next tour in such a vehicle. In his letter, Marandi has also sought details of the action taken on his earlier complaints, asking the government to provide a written response within seven days. He questioned whether any directive had been issued by senior officials to withhold the replacement of his vehicle and sought clarification on who was responsible for the delay.

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Free Press Journal

Nov 9, 2026, 04:02 PM

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Returns Bulletproof Vehicle Due to Breakdowns, Demands Review

Ranchi: Former Jharkhand chief minister and leader of the opposition has returned his 13-year-old bulletproof vehicle provided for his security due to frequent breakdowns midway. He has also written to chief minister Hemant Soren, informing him of his decision to return the vehicle to the government. He also demanded that the security vehicles provided to all former chief ministers be reviewed using uniform standards. The relevant home department files should be summoned, accountability fixed for the officials concerned, and a written report on the action taken on his earlier letter and complaints from his office should be provided within seven days, he added. मुख्यमंत्री @HemantSorenJMM जी को पत्र लिखकर अपनी सुरक्षा के लिए उपलब्ध कराई गई 13 वर्ष पुरानी और बार-बार बीच रास्ते में खराब होने वाली बुलेटप्रूफ गाड़ी सरकार को ससम्मान लौटाने का निर्णय लिया है।यह शिकायत अब अकेले मेरी भी नहीं रह गई है। पूर्व मुख्यमंत्री श्री @MundaArjun जी ने भी अपने सुरक्षा वाहनों की हालत पर सवाल उठाए हैं। उनके अनुसार, उनके कार्यालय से जुलाई 2024 से जून 2026 के बीच छह पत्र भेजे गए। उन्होंने यह भी बताया कि 14 मार्च 2026 को गृह विभाग ने आवश्यक कार्रवाई का निर्देश दिया था। इसके बाद भी शिकायत बनी रही। अभी 6 नवंबर की रात चौका के पास उनके काफ़िले का एक वाहन दुर्घटनाग्रस्त हुआ।गाड़ी का बीच रास्ते में बंद होना आपके कार्यालय की फ़ाइल में मरम्मत का एक मामूली मामला हो सकता है। सड़क पर उसकी कीमत चालक और सुरक्षाकर्मियों को चुकानी पड़ती है। मेरी सुरक्षा में तैनात उन जवानों से आपका क्या मतभेद है जिन्हें अपनी हर ड्यूटी इन्हीं गाड़ियों में करनी पड़ती है।21 मार्च 2026 को मैंने सीधे आपको पत्र लिखकर इस विषय की ओर ध्यान दिलाया था। दिसंबर 2024 में 17 नए बुलेटप्रूफ वाहन खरीदे जाने के बावजूद पूर्व मुख्यमंत्रियों को सुरक्षित वाहन उपलब्ध क्यों नहीं कराए जा रहे हैं? आखिर गाड़ी बदलने पर 'ऊपर से रोक' किसके आदेश पर लगी है?हमारी मांग है कि सभी पूर्व मुख्यमंत्रियों के सुरक्षा वाहनों की समान मानदंडों पर समीक्षा हो, गृह विभाग की संबंधित फाइल मंगाकर जिम्मेदार अधिकारियों की जवाबदेही तय की जाए तथा मेरे पिछले पत्र और. मेरे कार्यालय की शिकायतों पर हुई कार्रवाई का लिखित विवरण सात दिनों के भीतर उपलब्ध कराया जाए। @BJP4India @narendramodi @AmitShah @NitinNabin @blsanthosh @BJP4Jharkhand Marandi wrote on ‘X’, “This is no longer an issue raised by me alone. Former chief minister Arjun Munda has also questioned the condition of his security vehicles. According to him, his office sent six letters between July 2024 and June 2026. He also said that the home department had directed necessary action on March 14, 2026. Despite this, the complaints remained unaddressed. On the night of November 6, a vehicle in his convoy met with an accident near Chowka. “A vehicle breaking down on the road may be a minor repair issue in the files of your office, but the driver and security personnel have to pay the price on the ground. What differences do you have with the personnel deployed for my security, who are required to perform every duty in these very vehicles?” he asked. Also Watch: “On March 21, 2026, I had written directly to you to draw your attention to this issue. Despite the purchase of 17 new bulletproof vehicles in December 2024, why are former chief ministers not being provided with safe vehicles? Who has ordered the alleged 'restriction from above' on replacing these vehicles?” he further asked while flagging the issue.

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Free Press Journal

Nov 9, 2026, 04:02 PM

Joe Biden Slams Donald Trump in White House Memoir: 'He Led an Insurrection'

Atlanta : Former US President Joe Biden writes in his White House memoir that Donald Trump, at once his predecessor and successor, has deeply damaged the country and world with an administration determined to “tear down institutions and inflame hatreds.” And the 83-year-old Democrat said the 80-year-old Trump's years of lies about his 2020 defeat to Biden and the January 6 attacks on the Capitol should “follow him to his grave.” Biden's sweeping indictment comes in the first excerpt of “Promise Me, America,” published Monday by The Atlantic. The 46th president's full memoir is set for a November 17 release. Biden said that while doctors are encouraged by his response to cancer treatment, his activities promoting the book will be limited because of his health. “Donald Trump led an insurrection," Biden wrote of the attack by Trump supporters as the US Congress met to certify the 2020 election won by the Democrat. "His goal was to remain in power after the American people had voted him out of office. “The rioters weren't peaceful protesters," he wrote. “They came armed to stop the official certification of a legitimate election.” He chided Trump for later issuing more than 1,500 pardons of the offenders. “To this day, Trump and his supporters continue to preen and posture like they're supporters of law enforcement,” Biden wrote. “Here's my view: You don't get to turn a blind eye to cops being punched, speared, sprayed, and brutalised and call yourself a friend of law enforcement. What Trump did on January 6, 2021, should never be forgotten. It should follow him to his grave.” Biden also laments Trump's Department of Government Efficiency and his aggressive reversal of many of his policies, especially those intended to address climate change. “All presidents must confront a feeling that their legacy is vulnerable to the pendulum of politics and the whims of their successors,” Biden wrote. “In my case, that feeling was magnified by the dismissive and destructive nature of Donald Trump, who seemed unable to tolerate the idea that someone else's accomplishments might be worth building on rather than tearing down.” Democrats won big but Biden's reputation still lags The memoir's release comes on the heels of Biden's fellow Democrats trouncing Republicans in the midterm elections, securing stunningly broad House and Senate majorities and flipping control of several statehouses in a comprehensive rebuke of Trump's second presidency. But Trump's return to power two years earlier was itself a rejection of Biden's one White House term, and many voters still harbour sceptical views of his presidency and his party. In a lengthy social media post on Sunday, Biden pitched his memoir as the best way he can explain his presidency, “the challenges we faced, the decisions I made and why I made them.” During his four years in office, Biden confronted the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic fallout, and he worked to restore global alliances that Trump frayed. But he faced widespread concerns about his age, and he abandoned his reelection bid after a disastrous June 2024 debate with Trump. Dogged by lingering inflation and other concerns, Biden's vice president, Kamala Harris, lost to Trump that November. Months after leaving office, Biden announced that he'd been diagnosed with prostate cancer. He opened up about his condition in his Sunday social media post, saying he “won't be able to do as many conversations about my book as I'd hoped” and urging people to let the book speak for him. Biden said his doctors “continue to be encouraged by how I've responded to treatment.” But, he acknowledged, “Some days are better than others. It hasn't stopped me. But sometimes it slows me down.” Biden tells of an unusually complimentary Trump In the excerpt, Biden recounts an unusual Oval Office meeting with Trump days after the 2020 election -- well before the January 6 riots. “You know, Joe, if it weren't for politics, I believe we'd be good friends,” Trump said, according to Biden. Trump even commented "that he'd been relieved he didn't have to run against me," Biden added. Public polling at the time Biden dropped his reelection bid showed him trailing Trump, and Democrats pushed for him to yield out of fear that he could not win. Biden said he used the meeting to give Trump “a tour of the world,” including the Ukraine-Russia war, NATO alliances, Israel and Gaza and China-US relations. Biden said Trump “focused on the personalities” of world leaders rather than the substance of international relations. He said that two-hour meeting left him worried Trump would indeed dismantle much of his presidency. He wrote that Trump's opening weeks -- his Day One executive orders and everything that followed -- confirmed his worries about a “crueler government” that “tried to tear down institutions and inflame hatreds” and a president who “took a wrecking ball to our traditions.” The title echoes Biden's memoir about his late son The memoir's title echoes an earlier Biden book, “Promise Me, Dad,” that he wrote about his son Beau's cancer and death -- a parallel that implicitly acknowledges the former president's age, condition and the reality that he may not have a long post-presidency to see the direction of the country and the evolution of his legacy. In that first book, released between Biden's vice presidency and his 2020 presidential bid, he explained that the title came directly from a father-son conversation around Thanksgiving in 2014. “Promise me, Dad. Give me your word that no matter what happens, you're going to be all right,” Biden recalled Beau saying. Beau Biden died six months later. In his Sunday post, Biden repeated an argument he made often when campaigning and during his presidency, saying the US is unique because it was “built on an idea” that “all of us are created equal.” “Promise me, America,” he concluded, that “we'll never forget it.” (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 03:45 PM

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Raises Concerns Over Alleged Deletion of Hindu Voters from Electoral Rolls

It is not only the Opposition which is protesting against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and seeking its revocation; even UP CM Yogi Adityanath has raised the issue of the alleged deletion of 1.27 crore Hindu names from the voters’ list in UP. On CM Yogi’s initiative, the BJP is reported to have reached out to the Election Commission of India (ECI), claiming that while the number of Muslim voters increased by 1.65 per cent in the state, 1.27 crore Hindus have been excluded from the voters’ list. CM Yogi said the BJP had appealed to the poll body to include those who were left out despite there being evidence of them being voters, and asked how the names of those Hindu voters had gone missing and who was behind it. Speaking to a Hindi news channel in Ayodhya during Deepotsav, the UP CM lashed out at the Opposition over “false propaganda” on SIR, claiming that SP president Akhilesh Yadav would no longer oppose the SIR or demand its rollback as the number of Muslim voters had increased. “Ask Akhilesh Yadav to demand the rollback of SIR now. He will not do so because the number of Muslim voters has increased by 1.65% in UP after SIR. And I have spoken about the situation of Hindu voters,” Yogi said.

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ABP News✓

Nov 9, 2026, 03:35 PM

Hafiz Saeed's Political Party Defeated in Pakistani By-Election

Mumbai 26/11 Terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed's political party has suffered a crushing defeat in a parliamentary by-election in Pakistan. The ruling party Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has defeated a candidate supported by Hafiz Saeed in a by-election in Gujranwala (NA-77) in Pakistan's Punjab province. According to the results released by the Election Commission of Pakistan, Mohammad Ibrahim Gurjar, the candidate of Hafiz Saeed's political wing Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML), received more than 30,000 votes, while Rashid Bashir Virk, the candidate of PML-N, won more than 43,000 votes. This seat was vacated after the death of MP Mahmood Bashir Virk. Imran Khan's party PTI, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Jamaat-e-Islami did not field any candidate in this election. The percentage of voting during the by-election in Pakistan was quite low, while the ruling party PML-N boycotted the voting in a village due to violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

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ABP News✓

Nov 9, 2026, 03:29 PM

Congress Chief Kharge Stirs Controversy Over Diwali-Eid Celebrations and NCP Merger Speculation

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has stirred a political controversy by saying that Mallikarjun Kharge is a senior leader. When he is congratulating on Diwali, it is not good to mix Hindu-Muslim. The kind of language he has used is not good. Diwali is in place of Diwali and Eid is in place of Eid. One thing is true that all people should join each other's festivals. Babasaheb Ambedkar has said to strengthen brotherhood. Mixing Diwali and Eid is not good despite being a responsible leader. He should apologise. He also reacted to the speculation of NCP merger. Union Minister Ramdas Athawale said, "I don't think both NCP will come together. Till Pawar saheb (Sharad Pawar) decides, NCP's coming together is not possible. Many times we have tried to say'Pawar saheb'but I will not go with BJP. If anyone could say'Dada Pawar's decision was with BJP, then why Ajit Pawar would not go with BJP.

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Aaj Tak

Nov 9, 2026, 03:28 PM

Kolhapur Sees Large-Scale Protests Against Government's Gokul Milk Union Appointments

In Kolhapur, Maharashtra, politics has heated up over the government's decision to appoint members to the Gokul Milk Union. Congress leader Satej Patil-led Samvichari Aghadi took out a big protest march against the state government. Thousands of farmers, people associated with the cooperative sector, and local citizens participated in this protest. The protesters shouted slogans against Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The march started from Bindu Chowk in Kolhapur. The statue reached the District Magistrate's office. Here many leaders including Congress leader Satej Patil addressed the protesters and criticized the policies of the state government. The protesters alleged that the government is trying to hand over the Gokul Milk Union to Amul from behind the scenes. They claimed that they will not allow this to happen under any circumstances. The protest march included Congress MP from Kolhapur Shahu Chhatrapati, MLA Vishwajeet Kadam, Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana leader Raju Shetty, NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) MP from Madha, Dhairyasheel Mohite Patil, MP from Sangli, and NCP's Jayant Patil.

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India TV

Nov 9, 2026, 03:18 PM

Delhi Police Issues Notice to Mamata Banerjee in 13-Year-Old Case Related to SFI Protest

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been issued a notice by the Delhi Police in a 13-year-old case. The police have asked her to join the investigation and cooperate with the investigating officer. The case relates to an FIR registered at Parliament Street Police Station, Delhi on 9 April 2013. According to the information, the Delhi Police has sent a notice to Mamata Banerjee under Section 160 of the CrPC. She has been given liberty to fix a date and place to meet the investigating officer as per her convenience. The police have clarified that she has been served a notice as a witness on behalf of the complainant in the case. In fact, on 9 April 2013, a protest was held in Delhi by the Students Federation of India (SFI) surrounding Mamata Banerjee and Amit Mitra (then Finance Minister of West Bengal). A demonstration was held in front of NITI Aayog. Amit Mitra was manhandled in the incident. Ritabrata Banerjee, then SFI general secretary and current Leader of Opposition in the state, was arrested in that case. Mamata Banerjee was cooperating with the investigating officer in the FIR registered at Delhi's Parliament Street Police Station.

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 03:13 PM

NCP MLA Rohit Pawar Denies Merger Talks Between Two Factions

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar on Monday dismissed speculation about a merger between the two Nationalist Congress Party factions, saying no such discussions had taken place within his party and accusing certain quarters of attempting to shape a political narrative through the reports. Speaking to reporters after meeting his granduncle and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar at his residence, Rohit said neither Sharad Pawar nor party working president Supriya Sule had discussed a merger or any possible alignment with the BJP. "If merger talks were underway, Supriya tai or Pawar Saheb would have spoken to me. There has been no discussion on merger in our party. The discussion is only in Ajit Dada's party and in the media," he said. Speculation about a possible merger intensified last week after several leaders of the Ajit Pawar-led NCP, including Praful Patel and Parth Pawar, met Sharad Pawar, who had recently been hospitalised with a chest infection. A viral video of Sharad Pawar and Patel discussing a possible meeting after November 10 further fuelled the buzz.

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Free Press Journal

Nov 9, 2026, 03:13 PM

Shiv Sena Leader's Explosive Allegations Against NCP President Spark Political Confrontation

Mumbai: The political confrontation between the Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) within the ruling Mahayuti alliance has intensified after senior Shiv Sena leader Ramdas Kadam made explosive allegations against NCP state president Sunil Tatkare, demanding an investigation into his possible role in the alleged conspiracy behind the death of Ajit Pawar. Kadam, while launching a scathing attack on Tatkare, alleged that the latter had “demonic ambitions” and could go to any extent to fulfil his political aspirations. He also claimed that Tatkare wanted to become Deputy Chief Minister and questioned whether he had any connection with the circumstances surrounding Ajit Pawar's death. “Investigate whether Tatkare had a hand in the conspiracy behind Ajit Dada's death. His ambitions are demonic, and he can do anything to achieve them,” Kadam alleged. He further accused Tatkare of being responsible for the political downfall of former Maharashtra Chief Minister A R Antulay, claiming that those who got close to Tatkare eventually faced consequences. Tatkare has strongly rejected the allegations while speaking to a news channel describing them as false. He said he would respond to Kadam's remarks through a press conference. NCP spokesperson Umesh Patil dismissed Kadam's allegations as part of a local political rivalry, pointing out that Tatkare had been active in Konkan politics for nearly four decades and had worked to strengthen the NCP against the Shiv Sena in the region. Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar also entered the controversy, demanding that Kadam's allegations be investigated. Meanwhile, the dispute has spilled over into the families of the two leaders. Tatkare's brother-in-law and Raigad Zilla Parishad member Ajay Birwatkar criticised Kadam in a social media post, warning that any attack on their self-respect would invite a strong response. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

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Indian Express

Nov 9, 2026, 03:06 PM

US Leaders Defend Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Amid Affair Allegations

After Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to having been “unfaithful” to his wife Lori Huang, the tech tycoon has received support from US President Donald Trump, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, and Sequoia Capital partner Shaun Maguire, among others. President Trump on Sunday called the Nvidia co-founder an “honourable” person, while praising his contributions to the United States. The Republican leader, however, added that he hasn’t spoken to Huang about allegations of a relationship with a Chinese businesswoman Alice Huang, a former executive of a Singaporean data centre company, who was alleged to have spied on behalf of Beijing’s intelligence services, according to US agencies. “I have not spoken to him about it. I just know he’s a fine person, but you never know what is going on. I hope everything’s fine. I think he probably has an excuse for it. ⁠You have to hear it,” Trump said on Huang’s alleged affair. The president added, “I think he’s an honourable guy,” and that he has “done an amazing job for our country.” When asked by reporters whether he would take Huang on his scheduled trip to Asia next week, Trump responded, saying, “I don’t know, but I’d certainly take him,” Reuters reported. Defending Jensen Huang, venture capital Sequoia Capital founder Shaun Maguire called the Nvidia CEO “one of the greatest entrepreneurs of this generation”. I agree — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 8, 2026 In a post on X, Maguire wrote, “Huang did something dumb. It was bad for America, but my guess is there was no bad intention. Two mistakes don’t make a right, and I believe Jensen is irreplaceable for America’s AI leadership.” Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk responded to Maguire’s X post and wrote, “I agree.” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was asked about the Jensen Huang affair controversy. Before flying to Paris for a meeting of the G7, Rubio said, “I can’t comment on any of that. I just can’t comment because of the nature of it”. “And I also can’t comment on an internal corporate matter that’s going on with Nvidia, as you highlight, I don’t know anything about that part of it so,” BBC quoted him as saying.

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Nov 9, 2026, 03:05 PM

Uttar Pradesh Leaders Launch Scathing Attack on SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and BJP MP Ravi Kishan have launched a scathing attack on SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 03:05 PM

Rahul Gandhi's Debate Challenge Sparks Controversy Over 2018 Pilgrimage

Hours after Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to a public debate, BJP MP from Jharkhand Nishikant Dubey questioned Rahul Gandhi on his 2018 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 03:03 PM

Union Health Minister Receives Courtesy Visit from Former Zila Parishad Member

Jwalamukhi (Kangra): Former Zila Parishad member of Majhin, Vijendra Kumar paid a courtesy visit to Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda at his residence on Diwali.

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 03:01 PM

Trump Says Immigration Crackdown Went Too Far; Open to Deal with Democrats

President Donald Trump, in his first major interview since his party lost control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections, said he thinks his administration was too aggressive on deportations and that he thinks he can work with Democrats in the new Congress on some kind of immigration deal. Trump said his deportation policy was part of the reason Republicans lost, telling CBS's "60 Minutes" in an interview that aired on Sunday: "I think it might be too tough, yeah." He added that he thinks he could reach an agreement with the new Democratic majority. "The deal would be we would work something out. And I think it's something -- I think that's something that's actually doable," he said in the interview. Trump did not give specifics about what that deal would look like — and shortly after taping the interview on Friday, Trump named the key architect of his hard-line immigration agenda, Stephen Miller, as his new chief of staff. "Trump says his immigration crackdown went too far," Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer scoffed on social media Sunday after the interview aired. "Apparently, his solution was to put the man responsible for it in charge of the White House. That's not a course correction. That's a promotion." The president's immigration crackdown was a prominent feature of his return to office with major operations in multiple cities sending arrests soaring. Two U.S. citizens — Renee Good and Alex Pretti — were killed by federal officers during protests against the operations. Democrats have said oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security is a priority for the new Congress. Trump said he believes that "killers" and "drug dealers" in the country illegally should be deported, but suggested he was open to the idea of a deal that would let others stay "if they're good people working in a landscaping company, or working in a hotel, or doing something, right? And in some cases, paying taxes."

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Free Press Journal

Nov 9, 2026, 02:58 PM

Farmers Protest Against Maharashtra Government's Decision to Appoint Directors in Gokul Cooperative Society

Kolhapur: Thousands of farmers, cooperative members and opposition supporters participated in the Sangharsh Morcha in Kolhapur on Monday, protesting against the Maharashtra government's decision to appoint five directors in Gokul Cooperative Society. The protest march began at Dasara Chowk and proceeded towards the District Collector's office, with demonstrators opposing the government's move following the recent elections to the Kolhapur District Cooperative Milk Producers' Union, popularly known as Gokul Dairy. Let us know! 👂 What type of content would you like to see from us this year? According to reports, the march was led by Congress MLC Satej Patil, NCP (SP) state president Jayant Patil and farmer leader Raju Shetti. The Rajarshi Shahu Shetkari Samvichari Aghadi, led by Patil, accused the state government of undermining the electoral mandate given by Gokul Dairy's members. Addressing the gathering, Patil said he was fighting to protect the interests of farmers associated with the cooperative. “I am fighting for the interests of 5.5 lakh farmers, while the ruling side is working to get its family members elected,” Patil said. The agitation followed the October 19 elections to Gokul Dairy, in which the Rajarshi Shahu Shetkari Samvichari Aghadi secured 13 of the 25 elected seats. The Mahayuti-backed panel won the remaining 12 seats. Opposition leaders have alleged that the government introduced changes to the cooperative law to alter the balance of power within Gokul Dairy. The Maharashtra Cabinet approved an amendment allowing the government to nominate five members to the managing committees of cooperative institutions with an annual turnover exceeding Rs 500 crore. Under the proposed arrangement, four of the five government-nominated members will have voting rights. Opposition leaders argue that the inclusion of four nominated voting directors could change the balance of power in Gokul Dairy's management, potentially benefiting the Mahayuti-backed panel despite its defeat in the elected board contest. The state government, however, has defended the decision, saying the changes are intended to strengthen transparency and oversight in large cooperative institutions. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

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Nov 9, 2026, 02:57 PM

PML-N Candidate Wins By-Election in Pakistan's Punjab Province

The by-election was held on Sunday in NA-77 seat in Gujranwala district of Punjab province, about 80 km from Lahore. The by-election was held after the death of MP Mahmood Bashir Virk. The Election Commission announced the results on Monday. According to them, Saeed's party Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML) candidate Muhammad Ibrahim Gujjar got more than 30,000 votes. PML-N candidate Rashid Bashir Virk got more than 43,000 votes. This is how he won the election. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan, did not field its candidate on this seat. Pakistan People's Party and Jamaat-e-Islami also did not contest the election. Iran's US-Israel ambivalence: "Ready for talks, but will not bow down to pressure"; What did Pezeshkian say?

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Nov 9, 2026, 02:54 PM

Mahayuti Government's Appointment Decision for Gokul Dairy Operators Under Fire

Congress MLA and leader of the like-minded panel Satej Patil has made a big claim. He said that after the election of Gokul Dairy, the decision to appoint four government operators has been taken only on the request of Hasan Mushrif and Chandrakant Patil. He also questioned that I entered the field with full force and continued to visit Gokul, then where did casteism come in it? Against this decision of the Mahayuti government, a march was led by Satej Patil from Dasara Square to the District Magistrate's Office in Kolhapur on Monday (November 9). Prominent leaders of Western Maharashtra Raju Shetty, Vishwajeet Kadam, Vishal Patil, Dhairyasheel Mohite Patil and Jayant Patil joined this march. From the stage of the front, Satej Patil strongly criticized the decision of the Mahayuti government to appoint government operators on Gokul. The Mahayuti government has issued an ordinance to appoint five government operators on Gokul. After getting the governor's approval, it will be made into law. Out of these five government operators, four will get the right to vote in the election of the post of Gokul. However, Satejuti Patil, the opposition leader

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 02:47 PM

Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board's Sermon Initiative Shelved Amid Controversy Over Religious Autonomy

The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board’s across mosques, shrines and religious institutions in the Union Territory has been shelved following objections from political leaders and religious organisations. The Board said the idea was to promote religious awareness and social harmony and address issues such as drug abuse. Instead, it triggered a wider debate over religious autonomy, the authority of Imams and the role of a statutory body in matters of faith. At the heart of the controversy was a fundamental question: can an administrative institution influence what is preached from the mosque pulpit, even if the stated objective is to address social concerns? The episode also highlighted the distinction between religious scholars voluntarily coordinating sermons and an initiative perceived to have the backing of a government-appointed body. The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board is a statutory institution responsible for the management, regulation, protection and development of Waqf properties across the Union Territory. The institution earlier known as "Idara Auqaf Islamia" was formed in 1940. On August 31, 1973, it was resolved that the Idara Auqaf-i-Islamia be transformed into a trust called the "All Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Auqaf Trust". The Trust remained under the influence of the National Conference until 2002, when then Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed dissolved it and replaced it with a state-controlled body, the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board, in September 2003. Following the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A and the reorganisation of the erstwhile State of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, the legal and administrative framework governing Waqf was brought in line with the applicable national framework.

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 02:39 PM

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Embroiled in Controversy Over Alleged Chinese Spy and Extramarital Affair

Jensen Huang, the billionaire chief executive of US chipmaker Nvidia, has built a reputation as one of the most influential figures in the global artificial intelligence industry. But the man behind the technology powering AI tools such as ChatGPT is now at the centre of a controversy involving an alleged Chinese spy, an extramarital affair and questions over the movement of advanced computer chips to China. Media reports last week said US intelligence officials believe Huang grew close to a Chinese executive who was funneling information to Beijing. The woman, identified as Alice Huang, is alleged to have been recruited by China to gather intelligence on the Nvidia chief. into its CEO and co-founder. Huang, 63, acknowledged being unfaithful to his wife and told employees he was "deeply sorry". The allegations have drawn attention to the intersection of personal relationships, corporate espionage and the increasingly sensitive technology rivalry between the United States and China. While the alleged relationship has put Huang's personal life under scrutiny, questions have also emerged over Megaspeed International, a Singapore-based data centre company where Alice Huang reportedly held a senior position. The company has been linked to investigations into the alleged diversion of Nvidia chips to China, which faces US restrictions on acquiring some of the most advanced processors. Here is what we know about the people, companies and allegations involved. Born in Taipei in 1963, Jensen Huang, originally named Jen-Hsun, is one of the most recognisable figures in the global technology industry. Little known to the wider public until a few years ago, the 63-year-old has become a prominent face of the artificial intelligence boom. He regularly draws stadium-sized crowds at technology events, where he presents Nvidia's latest products and computing systems. His company makes Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), specialised processors that were initially developed to handle complex graphics but have since become essential to training and running advanced AI systems. Nvidia's rapid rise has pushed its market valuation to around $4.5 trillion, making it one of the world's most valuable companies. Huang, who owns roughly four per cent of the company, has an estimated fortune of $160 billion, according to Forbes. He founded Nvidia in 1993 with two friends after meeting them at a Silicon Valley diner. The company created the first GPU in 1999 and went on to benefit from the growth of video games, data centres, cloud computing and, more recently, generative AI. Huang has also developed a close informal relationship with US President Donald Trump, advising him on artificial intelligence. He travelled with Trump aboard Air Force One during the president's visit to Beijing earlier this year. His influence over an industry increasingly viewed as critical to national security has made the latest allegations particularly sensitive.

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Nov 9, 2026, 02:38 PM

NCP MLA Rohit Pawar Denies Merger Talks Between Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar Factions

There is a buzz in Maharashtra politics that the two factions of the NCP are going to merge and there are internal discussions going on. In this regard, a statement has come from NCP (Sharad Chandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar. Rohit Pawar reached Silver Oak bungalow in Mumbai today, where he met Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule. After this meeting, which lasted for about two hours, Rohit Pawar dismissed the talk of Ajit Pawar faction and Sharad Pawar faction coming together. Rohit Pawar said that there was no discussion about the merger of the two factions during the meeting with Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule. At least with him there is no discussion on this subject. So he does not think that there is any possibility of the merger of the two factions. He said that the merger talks are being fuelled by some senior leaders of the Ajit Pawar faction. He said that the power struggle is going on within the party. Some leaders should become the Deputy Chief Minister, while some leaders of the party, while Rohit Pawar said that there is no internal struggle within the Pawar faction.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 02:33 PM

Iran's President Calls US and Israel 'Enemies' Amid Tensions

According to ISNA, Pezeshkian made the statement on Sunday. He attended an event marking the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the Iran Milk Industry Company (Pegah). The company's management and employees were also present at the event. Iran's president referred to the United States and Israel. He called both countries enemies of Iran. He said these countries are trying to attack Iran. Pezeshkian said, "The Supreme Leader (Ayatollah Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei) has ordered us to end the status quo between war and peace. We can negotiate with dignity and end this issue with dignity. We are people who believe in dialogue and compromise. Logic says that if we can achieve our rights through dialogue, we should not throw ourselves into war. But we will not surrender to force and pressure:" These are also the intentions of Nassem, CEO of N.J.

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ABP News✓

Nov 9, 2026, 02:28 PM

Modi Speaks with Zelenskyy Amid Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on phone with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy during which President Zelenskyy shared his perspective on the recent developments in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 02:27 PM

Manipur's Election Security Concerns: Over 4,000 Firearms Seized, Links to Myanmar Suspected

NEW DELHI: With assembly elections scheduled to take place early next year in violence-torn Manipur, fresh security concerns have been flagged by ground forces, highlighting the seizure of more than 4,000 firearms, apart from those identified as looted police weapons, of which nearly 85 percent are already recovered. Officials in the security establishment, while confirming seizure of such weapons, said the supply chains are suspected to have links across the border in Myanmar and, in view of this, forces have been asked to recalibrate their security strategy in close coordination with the intelligence agencies. They said, in case of looted weapons, things are largely brought under control following a consistent multi-pronged strategy including appeals from high-ranking political and constitutional authorities, coordinated security and search operations based on intelligence inputs and community-level negotiations. As a follow-up to these, the officials said, recovered and surrendered weapons - ranging from assault rifles (AK-series, INSAS, M16) to mortars and grenades – have frequently been cataloged and publicly displayed by the administration to build accountability and pressure on remaining holders to comply. So far, the intelligence-based operations targeting illegal arms-smuggling networks and militant factions (such as arrests of UNLF-P cadres attempting to sell or move looted arms), have resulted in forcible recoveries of hidden or traded weapons, the officials said. According to the officials, the data show that 5,066 of the 6,020 weapons looted from police establishments have been recovered, accounting for 84.15 percent of the total, which means that 954 such weapons remain untraced, raising concerns over their possible use by militant groups and armed miscreants.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 02:24 PM

Satpuli Nagar Panchayat President Gets Relief from High Court in Power Seizure Case

Kotdwar / Satpuli: President of Satpuli Nagar Panchayat Jitendra Singh Chauhan has got relief from the High Court in the matter of seizing financial and administrative powers. The court has admitted the petition and issued notice to the state government in the matter.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 02:19 PM

Sikhs' Captive Release Delayed: Blame Game and Demands

Paramjit Singh Sarna blamed the laxity of the governments for the delay in the release of the captive Sikhs. He said that if the Akali government is formed in Punjab, the captive Sikhs will be released within 48 hours. He said that if all the Panthic organizations unite and convey their point to the central government, the way can be opened for the release of Bhai Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar by next month. Sarna also questioned the mere six hours parole given to Jathedar Jagtar Singh Hawara to meet his mother and demanded at least two to four days parole. Manjit Singh GK said that the purpose of this Ardaas program started from the year 2018 is to give the captive Sikhs their legal rights. He alleged that the attitude of the governments in the matter of Sikh prisoners has been discriminatory. Bureau

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Aaj Tak

Nov 9, 2026, 02:13 PM

Shiv Sena Leader Dismisses Merger Talks Between NCP and Another Party

Dismissing talks of a merger of the NCP and the NCP, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Monday said that senior leader Sharad Pawar will not let his years of austerity go waste by joining hands with the BJP.

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The Moscow Times

Nov 9, 2026, 02:11 PM

Baghel Launches Political Offense Against PM Modi Over Naxalism Comments

RAIPUR: Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel launched a political offensive against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah a day after the PM’s statements on Naxalism during the latter’s visit to Bastar. Speaking to media persons in Janjgiri village of Durg district, Baghel questioned the 'tangible benefits brought to the Bastar region despite repeated high-profile visits by top central BJP leaders'. "The Prime Minister and Union Home Minister visit Bastar time and again, but what have the people here actually received?" the senior Congress leader asked. Defending his governance record, Baghel claimed that Naxalism had significantly weakened during the Congress regime in the state, while the menace had peaked during the erstwhile Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rule led by Raman Singh. Taking a swipe at the incumbent BJP administration, he questioned the status of the ruling party’s promises, specifically asking what had happened to the pledge of providing ₹1 crore to panchayats that become entirely Naxal-free. Reacting sharply to Prime Minister Modi's "mental Naxals" (Dimagi Naxals) remark, the former Chief Minister hit back, stating that both Narendra Modi and Amit Shah appeared to have lost their mental balance. Furthermore, Baghel urged PM Modi to accept Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s open challenge for a debate. He asserted that since the Prime Minister had levelled allegations against the opposition, he must come forward and face a direct, public discussion.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 02:09 PM

No-Confidence Motion Against GMOU Chairman Naveen Tiwari

Kotdwar: All is not well within the board of directors of Garhwal Motors Owners Union (GMOU). Six members of the board of directors have submitted a no-confidence motion against the newly elected chairman of the company, Naveen Tiwari, to the company authorities. In this regard, six directors have submitted a letter to the general manager and secretary of the company on November 5, demanding that the proposal be included in the agenda of the upcoming board meeting and the process of election of the new chairman be completed. Significantly, Naveen Tiwari was elected as the director with the highest number of 144 votes in the election for the post of director held on September 23. Subsequently, he was unanimously elected as the chairman for one year on October 19. However, in less than a month, the dissatisfaction against him has come out in the open in the board of directors. The advertisement no-confidence motion is signed by former president Gajesingh Routhan, Arjun Singh Rawat, Sanjay Barthwal, Ganesh Juyal, Vivekanand Kotnala and Ganesh Bhatt. The letter mentions that under the current board of directors, nine directors and the provisions of the company's no-confidence motion are being submitted.

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Dainik Jagran

Nov 9, 2026, 02:03 PM

BJP Leaders Criticize SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and BJP MP Ravi Kishan have launched a scathing attack on SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 02:03 PM

Former BJP Yuva Morcha General Secretary Vijay Jamloki Passes Away at 47

FATA: Former BJP Yuva Morcha general secretary Vijay Jamloki (47) passed away at a private hospital in Dehradun after a prolonged illness.

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Indian Express

Nov 9, 2026, 02:01 PM

Amit Shah Appeals to Gujarat to Make State 'Drug-Free' by 2028

UNION MINISTER for Home and Cooperation and Lok Sabha MP from Gandhinagar Amit Shah on Monday appealed to the people of Gujarat to take the lead in making Gujarat “drug free” by 2028. He emphasised that drugs weaken the young generation of the country and money received through this menace is being misused to spread terrorism in the country. Shah was addressing a public meeting in the Ranip area of Ahmedabad to inaugurate or lay the foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 1,024 crore. Earlier in the day, Shah inaugurated a flyover worth Rs 464 crore on the Sarkhej- Gandhinagar Highway. Addressing the gathering, Shah referred to a high-level meeting convened on Saturday in which, among other things, the most important issue discussed was to make Gujarat drug Free. In the context, Shah underlined that people can provide tip-offs about any illegal sale of drugs anywhere in the state on a toll-free number – 1033 – from December 1. “After December 1, if a padiki (packet) of drugs is being sold anywhere, I appeal to all citizens of Ahmedabad to report it on the 1033 tollfree number and the Bhupendra Patel -led government will put those drug peddlers behind bars,” Shah said. “This addiction hollows out our youths, our future generation. It ruins our future. It weakens the bodies and minds of young people while diluting their ability to think, listen, remain attentive and maintain concentration. Money from this drug trade is used to spread terrorism in the country. While we have succeeded in making the country free from Naxalism, we should not rest… we must work towards creating a drug-free India by December 31, 2029,” he added. The Union Minister then appealed to the people of Gujarat to make the state drug-free by December 2028 – one year before the national target. He said, “I come from Gujarat. Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) is from Gujarat. Gujarat does not need to wait till 2029. We have to take the responsibility of making Gujarat Drug Free by December 2028.” Shah sought a combined effort to make the country drug free and said, “The Government of India and the government of Gujarat cannot fight this battle alone. It is the responsibility of every teacher to observe changes in a student’s behavior—such as red eyes, dozing off in class, or an inability to focus—and to ensure that the student undergoes testing and to communicate with their parents. Parents, too, have a responsibility to keep a close watch on their adolescent children. Furthermore, citizens also bear a responsibility in this regard. If you observe anyone consuming drugs or if drugs are being sold anywhere, please call 1033 after December 1 to report it. Your name will not be disclosed; it will be kept strictly confidential. The strictest possible action will be taken against those involved in the drug trade and they will be put behind bars.” He said infrastructure is being prepared for the effective efforts to combat drug addiction, which includes rehabilitating those who have got addicted. “Centres will also be established to help young people break free from this addiction. There is no need for anyone to feel ashamed. If we feel ashamed today, we risk losing our child tomorrow. We must seek treatment without any sense of shame. If someone contracts malaria or tuberculosis, we go to a clinic for treatment — do we feel any shame in that? The identity of any such youth will not be disclosed publicly. However, we must ensure that arrangements are made to help them get rid of addiction. We have begun making arrangements for that — on the day of Kali Chaudash (Saturday, a day before Diwali, when the high-level meeting was held in Ahmedabad). And we chose Kali Chaudash specifically because, for the drug trade, the day will prove to be a ‘dark’ day,” Shah added. He appealed to people to give tip-offs about the sale of any packet of drugs and assured them that arrangements have been made to track down their ‘aaka (kingpins)’ and send them behind bars. Projects worth Rs 1,400 cr launched in Ahmedabad Shah inaugurated or laid foundation stones of around 25 projects in Ahmedabad city worth over Rs 1,400 crore that included inauguration of a 4-km long six-lane elevated corridor on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway between ISKCON-Sanand Flyover built at a cost of Rs 464 crore. The elevated corridor is expected to release traffic issues on the busy road that leads to Gandhinagar. The other projects inaugurated by Shah include a water treatment plant, a water distribution centre, an urban health centre, a sewerage treatment plant, a storm water project, and a library in various parts of Ahmedabad city. He also conducted a computerised allotment draw of over 1,100 residential units at Ramapir no Tekro slum locality in Nava Vadaj area of Ahmedabad city.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 02:01 PM

Rajasthan Politician Jaswant Yadav Laid to Rest Amid Tributes

Behror MLA and former cabinet minister Jaswant Yadav was cremated at Silpata village in Khairthal-Tijara district on Monday. People from across the political and social spectrum paid tributes to him. A large number of people came to pay their last respects and bid farewell to their leader with moist eyes. The death of Jaswant Yadav, who was active in Rajasthan politics for a long time, sent shockwaves in the area. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma reached Silpata village in Khairthal-Tijara district on Monday and paid tributes to the late Jaswant Yadav. The Chief Minister paid floral tributes to his mortal remains. He then met and consoled the family members of the departed leader. The Chief Minister said that Jaswant Yadav's death is an irreparable loss to the political and social sphere. Jaswant Yadav was a well-known name in Rajasthan politics. In his long political journey, he also represented Alwar district in politics and was an active member of the state legislative assembly for four consecutive terms.

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India TV

Nov 9, 2026, 01:58 PM

West Bengal TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das Arrested Over Rape, Extortion, and Post-Poll Violence Allegations

West Bengal Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Paresh Ram Das was arrested from Kolkata airport on Monday in connection with multiple cases of rape, extortion and post-poll violence.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 01:57 PM

Uttarakhand Kranti Dal Leader Puran Chandra Chandola Passes Away, Party Workers Mourn

Vikasnagar: The death of Uttarakhand Kranti Dal leader Puran Chandra Chandola has sent shockwaves among party workers.

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DD News✓

Nov 9, 2026, 01:55 PM

Modi-Zelenskyy Phone Call: India Reiterates Commitment to Peaceful Conflict Resolution

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During the conversation, President Zelenskyy shared his perspective on the latest developments related to the ongoing conflict. According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), PM Modi reaffirmed India’s human-centric approach and reiterated India’s consistent position that the conflict must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. He conveyed India’s readiness to contribute to all efforts aimed at peaceful resolution of the conflict. The PMO said that the two leaders also discussed measures to further strengthen India-Ukraine bilateral cooperation in various sectors for the mutual benefit of the two peoples. (PIB)

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ABP News✓

Nov 9, 2026, 01:55 PM

Pasmanda Leader Criticizes Sonia Gandhi's Emotional Response to Babri Masjid Demolition

All India Pasmanda Muslim Samaj national vice-president Waseem Raine has launched a scathing attack on Sonia Gandhi for her weepy statement on Babri Masjid demolition. He said that Sonia Gandhi remembered after 32 years that Babri Masjid was martyred and saw tears in her eyes. Wasim Raine said, "The question is where was she for so many years? Muslims were thrown into the fire of riots during Congress rule and now trying to gain their support by shedding crocodile tears. Now Pasmanda Muslims are not going to fall into this alleged deception of Congress. She said that Congress'hands are stained with the blood of Muslims. Wasim Raine targeted Congress and said that the incidents from opening the locks of Babri Masjid to placing idols there took place during Congress rule. The riots that took place during Congress era caused heavy loss to Muslims. Today when Congress has started to leave Muslims and Muslims are upset, Sonia Gandhi said that Congress is remembering the political result of this political statement.

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Amar Ujala

Nov 9, 2026, 01:51 PM

Rudraprayag Releases Revised Polling Station List Ahead of Assembly Elections

Rudraprayag: As part of the preparations for the upcoming assembly elections, the revised final list of polling stations of both the assembly constituencies of the district has been released.

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Nov 9, 2026, 01:51 PM

Akhilesh Yadav's Ayodhya Visit Sparks Controversy, VHP Criticizes Him for Political Gain

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav is scheduled to visit Ayodhya. Politics is hotting up over this. Akhilesh Yadav's visit to Ayodhya has evoked a response from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad. VHP spokesperson Amitosh Pareek says that Lord Ram forgives everyone, but never forgives those whose hands are stained with blood. He further said that it is his political compulsion to remind Ram's opponents of Lord Ram. Akhilesh Yadav is reminded of Lord Ram, but why not of Lord Krishna? If he also remembers Lord Krishna, why does he not deny the existence of the Shahi Idgah mosque? Spokesperson Amitosh Pareek further said, "Akhilesh Yadav is not a Hindu at all and the colour of his red cap is also stained with the blood of Ram's devotees. His Ayodhya philosophy is just a show. He only knows how to offer chadar." He also said that people like Yadav consider Ram to be false. He is going to Ayodhya for political gains, but he should understand that Ram is foolish with Hindus today. Amit Yadav said that Akhilesh Yadav will not stop welcoming Hindus to Ayodhya.

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Nov 9, 2026, 01:45 PM

Zelenskyy and Modi Discuss Ongoing Conflict: India Emphasizes Human-Centric Approach

According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) statement, President Zelenskyy shared his perspective on recent developments related to the ongoing conflict. During the conversation, PM Modi reiterated India's "human-centric approach."

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Nov 9, 2026, 01:44 PM

Iran Seeks End to 'No War, No Peace' Situation with US After Supreme Leader's Instructions

According to Iranian media reports, Iran has taken a major diplomatic decision amid the long-standing tension with the US. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has revealed that the country's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has given instructions to the US to end the ongoing'no war, no peace'situation with the US. This means that the Iranian leadership has decided its strategy to end the long-standing uncertainty and stalemate with the US. Iran has intensified its diplomatic activities amid warnings of possible major attacks from the US. According to Iranian media reports, President Pezeshkian said that the Supreme Leader has instructed that this precarious situation with the US should end now. Pezeshkian said,'We can negotiate with dignity and self-respect and resolve this whole matter in an honourable way.'Iranian News Agency ISNA reports that Pezeshkian said,'If we do not meet with our right to negotiate, then we should never kneel down in the UN General Assembly. '

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Nov 9, 2026, 01:42 PM

Rahul Gandhi to Visit Manipur on November 26 Amid Preparations for 2027 Assembly Elections

Senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is likely to visit Manipur on November 26, with Churachandpur expected to be among the places on his proposed itinerary, as the party steps up its political preparations ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections . Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader K. Meghachandra Singh confirmed that the party has received definite communication about Gandhi’s proposed visit, although the detailed itinerary and programmes are yet to be finalised. Meghachandra said Gandhi was likely to visit the state in the last week of November and that the Congress leadership has been informed about the proposed visit. During his visit, Gandhi is expected to meet internally displaced persons (IDPs) from different communities and interact with youths and healthcare workers. The party is also planning programmes involving the youth. Churachandpur is likely to be included in the itinerary, particularly for interactions with IDPs. However, it remains unclear whether Kangpokpi will also feature in the final programme. Meghachandra said the visit is not intended solely as a political exercise, but would also allow Gandhi to understand the situation in Manipur and explore ways to address the ethnic violence and tensions that have continued in the state for nearly three-and-a-half years. He also acknowledged that preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections form part of the proposed visit, while emphasising that the programme would be inclusive. The proposed visit comes as the Manipur Congress prepares for the next Assembly elections amid reported differences within the state unit. A Congress leader familiar with the party’s internal dynamics said three political groupings has emerged around Meghachandra, state Congress president O. Ibobi Singh and Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam . The leader described Ibobi Singh as the most influential Congress figure in the state, while Akoijam’s emergence as another political centre has added a new dimension to the party’s internal dynamics. Akoijam has reportedly expressed interest in contesting the forthcoming Assembly election from the Keishamthong constituency. The Congress faces the challenge of mounting a political challenge to the BJP while addressing internal differences, consolidating its leadership and strengthening its organisational base ahead of the polls. Gandhi had earlier visited Manipur in June 2023, shortly after the outbreak of ethnic violence, and again in July 2024, when he visited relief camps and met people affected by the conflict. Although November 26 has emerged as the likely date for his next visit, the Congress leadership is yet to formally announce the final itinerary and programme.

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Nov 9, 2026, 01:36 PM

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Announces Welfare Measures on State's Foundation Day

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced a slew of welfare steps on the 26th anniversary of Uttarakhand’s formation, including setting up a cabinet committee to address the demands and concerns of the statehood movement activists. Dhami was participating in an event at the Legislative Assembly complex in Bharadisain in Gairsain, Chamoli district, on the occasion of Uttarakhand State Foundation Day. Greeting the people of Uttarakhand, the chief minister paid tributes to the struggles, sacrifices and martyrdom of those who participated in the statehood movement. He asserted that building a strong, prosperous, and self-reliant Uttarakhand, in line with the dreams of those who fought for the state, remains the BJP government’s top priority. Dhami made 13 announcements, including an increased honorarium for Anganwadi workers and assistants, ASHA workers, as well as ‘Bhojan Matas’ (cooks in the mid-day meal scheme) from December 1 this year. Dhami announced the constitution of a cabinet committee to address the demands and concerns of statehood movement activists. Officials said that the committee will provide recommendations on matters such as relaxing identification criteria, addressing issues related to ‘double pensions,’ and issuing certificates to the dependents of these activists. Positive action will be taken regarding cases involving statehood movement activists — appointed during the 2013-14 period – that fall within the scope of the relevant legislation. The announcement comes as parties in the hill state prepare for assembly elections due early next year. Dhami said that ‘Lakhpati Didis’ will be provided with an incentive amount in two instalments to support the expansion of their businesses and the initiation of new self-employment ventures. For cases of injuries caused by wildlife attacks, additional financial assistance will be provided, over and above the existing aid, to cover the costs of expensive medical treatments, such as plastic surgery. The chief minister also announced that two modern digital libraries and reading rooms will be established in each district, located in municipal areas outside of the district headquarters. All revenue villages currently receiving electricity through alternative sources will be connected to the power grid and the land purchase process will be simplified for migrants from Uttarakhand who wish to invest in the state. Dhami announced that the ‘Apuni Sarkar’ portal — designed to provide government services to the elderly, persons with disabilities, and citizens in remote areas at their doorsteps — will be made simpler and more effective in every district. The state government will also waive surcharges levied on the delayed payment of electricity bills for small-scale farmers and electricity consumers. “The resolve to build a ‘Developed Uttarakhand’ is a collective commitment shared by every resident of the state. The government is continuously working towards public welfare, employment generation, the expansion of basic infrastructure, and the preservation of folk culture and traditions,” he said. The Chief Minister announced that the ‘Uttarakhand Gaurav Samman’ will be conferred upon the late Gopal Babu Goswami and the late Chandra Singh Rahi for their significant contributions to the preservation of folk culture and regional languages. He declared an increase in the honorarium for guest teachers in the state. The chief minister said that the state’s economy has grown from approximately Rs 2.55 lakh crore in 2022 to about Rs 3.82 lakh crore. “The state budget has now exceeded Rs 1.11 lakh crore. Uttarakhand secured the first position in NITI Aayog’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Index for 2023-24. “Decisions such as the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code, the introduction of stringent land laws, and the enactment of anti-cheating legislation have been taken in public interest,” said Dhami. During the event, the chief minister honoured statehood movement activists and the family members of the renowned folk singer, the late Gopal Babu Goswami, by presenting them with shawls. He inspected a parade led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Trivendra Singh Rana. Various contingents, including from the ITBP, the state police force, women home guards, women police personnel, and the NCC, participated in the parade. The chief minister also honoured individuals who have performed exceptionally well in areas such as agriculture, horticulture, self-employment and sports, as well as beneficiaries of various government schemes. (PTI)

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