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Pricey bottles, cheap booze: Fake 'luxury liquor’ racket busted in Delhi govt store

Delhi government officials uncovered a "fake luxury liquor" racket at a DSIIDC store in Narela, where employees were caught refilling premium bottles with cheap liquor. The excise department seized 106 empty bottles, 39 premium bottles, and refilling equipment during the raid. Investigators confirmed the scheme aimed to deceive consumers and evade state revenue, leading to a police case and store closure.

Mumbai man, associates face charges in ₹75.48 crore GST fraud case

Thane cyber police have filed a case against a Mumbai man and his associates for a Rs 75.48 crore GST fraud, allegedly committed by misusing a laptop sales professional's credentials. The fraud involved filing fake GST claims using shell companies from November 2024 to April this year. Investigations are ongoing to trace the digital and financial trails.

SC raps govt employees feeding stray dogs, violating order on designated spots

The Supreme Court expressed concern over government employees violating its orders by feeding stray dogs, leading to increased dog-bite incidents. During a hearing, justices planned to issue directives for compliance with animal welfare rules and allow victims of dog bites to participate in the proceedings. The court criticized states for delays in reporting and emphasized the need for humane treatment of stray dogs.

‘Babu, write extremist in English': Owaisi’s bold challenge to Tejashwi Yadav as Bihar race heatens up

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav during a campaign in Bihar’s Kishanganj, responding to Yadav’s label of "extremist." Owaisi condemned the failed seat-sharing talks within the Mahagathbandhan alliance and emphasized his party’s electoral struggle ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, where AIMIM has announced 25 candidates. Polling takes place on November 6 and 11.

HC dismisses plea against FSSAI's orders banning sale of beverages with 'ORS' branding

The Delhi High Court has upheld the FSSAI's ban on the labeling of Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) on non-medical beverages, citing public health concerns. The court dismissed a petition from Dr Reddy's Laboratories, emphasizing the importance of preventing misleading branding, particularly for vulnerable consumers. The company may appeal to the FSSAI regarding existing stock.

Supriya Sule meets kin of doctor who died by suicide, assures support

NCP MP Supriya Sule met the family of a woman doctor who allegedly died by suicide in Satara, Maharashtra, promising support for justice. She urged Chief Minister Fadnavis to refrain from premature conclusions and called for a Special Investigation Team led by a retired judge. Sule condemned insensitive remarks from officials and emphasized the need for a transparent inquiry.

Case registered against taxi drivers for 'harassing' tourist in Munnar

A case has been filed against taxi drivers in Munnar after a tourist, Janvi, reported harassment while trying to use an online cab service. She claimed local drivers threatened her Uber driver and that police favored the taxi union. Following her social media post detailing the incident, Munnar police initiated an investigation into the drivers involved.

President Droupadi Murmu condoles Ranga Reddy bus accident

President Droupadi Murmu expressed her condolences over the tragic bus accident in Ranga Reddy district, Telangana, which resulted in 19 fatalities and 20 injuries. The incident involved a collision between a TGSRTC bus and a truck. The President prayed for the recovery of the injured and extended heartfelt sympathies to the victims' families. Investigations are ongoing.

SC declines plea to regulate online content, cites Nepal unrest over social media ban

The Supreme Court of India rejected a petition seeking regulation of online content, citing concerns over a similar ban in Nepal that led to protests and government collapse. The court stated that such matters fall under policy-making, urging petitioners to approach lawmakers instead. Advocates highlighted the risks of children accessing pornographic content online, emphasizing the need for effective regulations.

Cricket league feat. Gayle implodes in J&K: Organisers flee, players stranded | How ‘Heaven League’ turned hellish

The Indian Heaven Premier League (IHPL), a T20 cricket tournament aimed at promoting sports tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, abruptly collapsed, leaving around 40 participants stranded and unpaid. Organisers reportedly fled Srinagar, failing to settle hotel bills or player payments. The tournament, featuring international stars like Chris Gayle, faced logistical issues and poor attendance, leading to its sudden cessation.

On ₹3,000 cr defrauded from Indians through digital arrests, SC says use ‘iron hand’

The Supreme Court emphasized the need for stringent measures against digital arrest fraud, which has reportedly defrauded Indian citizens of ₹3,000 crore, predominantly targeting the elderly. Following a disturbing case involving an Ambala couple who lost over ₹1 crore, the court initiated proceedings to address the issue, underscoring the urgency to protect public trust in the judicial system.

‘Would've been a nuclear war’: Trump takes credit for pausing India-Pak military conflict, yet again

In a CBS News interview, President Trump reiterated his claim of stopping a potential nuclear confrontation between India and Pakistan using trade and tariffs. He asserted that his intervention led to a ceasefire during a May military clash, despite India's rejection of this narrative. Trump also discussed the effectiveness of tariffs in other conflicts and expressed optimism about resolving the Ukraine war.

Yogi Adityanath's ‘Pappu, Tappu, Appu’ jibe at Rahul, Tejashwi, and Akhilesh at Bihar rally

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized the Mahagathbandhan alliance, accusing its leaders—Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav, and Akhilesh Yadav—of colluding with mafias and dividing people by caste. He labeled them as "Hindu traitors" and claimed they undermine national security. This rhetoric comes as Bihar prepares for assembly elections on November 6 and 11.

'Reports after reports, no action': Supreme Court hears petitions on Delhi's toxic air

The Supreme Court addressed worsening air quality in Delhi, noting that some monitoring stations are non-functional. It has requested a report from the CAQM and CPCB detailing actions being taken to prevent further deterioration of air quality.

PM's ‘katta’ jibe gets ‘no surprise’ clapback from Tejashwi, MGB points to Anant Singh's arrest

In Bihar, Prime Minister Modi's "katta" comment regarding the RJD's influence on Congress has sparked political backlash. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticized Modi's language, while Congress President Kharge deemed it unfit for a Prime Minister. Amidst this, JDU candidate Anant Singh faces scrutiny after a campaigner's death, raising concerns over law and order in the state.

Noida court sentences retired sub-postmaster to three years in jail for 1993 money order fraud

A court in Gautam Buddh Nagar sentenced retired sub-postmaster Mahendra Kumar to three years in prison for cheating and criminal breach of trust related to a money order fraud from 1993. He was fined Rs 10,000, with a year of extra imprisonment for default. The court emphasized that repayment does not absolve the crime.