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The ‘Taj Story’ row: Why Paresh Rawal’s courtroom drama reached Delhi high court

The Delhi High Court denied an urgent hearing on a PIL aimed at blocking the release of "The Taj Story," a film starring Paresh Rawal, set to premiere on October 31. The film has sparked controversy over its portrayal of the Taj Mahal's origins, with accusations of propaganda. Despite the backlash, the court has not intervened, and the release remains scheduled.

VIP to support RJD rebel contesting against its own national president

The Vikassheel Insan Party (VIP) has announced support for rebel RJD candidate Afzal Ali, who is contesting against VIP's national president Santosh Sahni in Bihar's Gaura Boram seat. This decision comes amid last-minute negotiations and expulsion of Ali for indiscipline. VIP founder Mukesh Sahni expressed confidence in Ali's victory and hinted at a possible Deputy CM position for his party if the INDIA bloc wins.

Passenger train collides with stationary goods train in Bilaspur: What led to the accident?

A passenger train collided with a stationary goods train near Bilaspur station in Chhattisgarh, resulting in at least eight deaths and numerous injuries. The incident occurred around 4 pm, with preliminary assessments suggesting the passenger train ignored a danger signal. The Railways has announced compensation for victims and initiated a thorough investigation into the accident.

Bengal man ‘dies by suicide’ over error in identity document amid ongoing SIR

A 30-year-old man in Howrah, West Bengal, died by suicide, reportedly distressed over a spelling error in his identity document amid the electoral roll revision. Jahir Mal had sought corrections but faced challenges, fearing it would affect his citizenship and voter eligibility. Trinamool Congress leaders visited his family to offer support, as concerns about electoral roll omissions grow.

Women should ensure large voter turnout: PM Modi in Bihar

During a virtual meeting with BJP women workers in Bihar, Prime Minister Modi urged them to encourage women voters to participate in the upcoming assembly elections. He emphasized the NDA government's commitment to women's empowerment and highlighted past election turnout trends favoring women. Modi expressed confidence in the NDA's victory while criticizing opposition parties, asserting that development in Bihar is best achieved under NDA leadership.

14-year-old held for attacking woman after she resisted sexual assault in Himachal's Hamirpur

A 14-year-old boy in Himachal Pradesh has been arrested for attacking a 40-year-old woman with a sickle and stick after she resisted his alleged sexual assault. The woman suffered serious injuries and was hospitalized. Police found evidence at the scene, and investigations are ongoing. This incident follows a similar case involving a teenager in Punjab.

Fugitive businessman Praveen Kumar Kapoor held in US, deported to India

Praveen Kumar Kapoor, co-founder of SRS Group, was deported to India after being stopped by US authorities on an Interpol red notice for allegedly cheating investors and banks of ₹2,200 crore. Kapoor, along with two associates, had been absconding for years. He is now in custody and facing investigations by multiple agencies, including the ED and CBI.

'Goli ka jawab goley se': Amit Shah's scathing warning to Pak-backed terrorists from Bihar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah warned Pakistan-sponsored terrorists at a Bihar rally, stating they will face severe retaliation if they attack India. He emphasized the importance of the new Defence Corridor in Bihar for national security and criticized the Congress and RJD for their past governance. Shah urged voters to support the BJP to prevent a return to 'jungle raj'.

Delhi HC upholds Centre’s law on EPF contribution of international employees

The Delhi High Court upheld the Centre's requirement for international employees to contribute to the Employees' Provident Fund, regardless of income, while Indian employees must contribute only if earning over ₹15,000. SpiceJet's petition against this classification was dismissed, with the court stating the distinction was reasonable and did not violate equality rights, addressing potential economic hardship for Indian workers.

Yogi Adiyanath strikes again, says NDA will rename Bihar's Mohiuddinnagar as Mohan Nagar if voted back

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced plans to rename Mohiuddinnagar to "Mohan Nagar" during a rally in Bihar, stating it would erase "all signs of slavery." He emphasized the need for cultural preservation and urged voters to support the BJP in the upcoming elections. This move aligns with the party's agenda to rename places with Indo-Islamic roots, despite opposition from Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Victory of Shahabuddin's son will be defeat for Hindus: Himanta at Bihar poll rally

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized RJD candidate Osama Shahab, linking his name to Osama Bin Laden and declaring that his victory would signify a "defeat for Hindus." Speaking in Siwan, Sarma emphasized his government's efforts against illegal immigration and vowed to introduce laws against polygamy, while urging voters to reject Shahab in the upcoming assembly polls.

Air India's relief flight to bring back 228 stranded San Francisco-Delhi passengers from Mongolia

Air India will conduct a relief flight on Tuesday to repatriate 228 passengers stranded in Ulaanbaatar after their San Francisco-Delhi flight was diverted due to a technical issue. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner will return with the passengers on Wednesday morning, while the airline has been providing accommodation and support in Mongolia.

Delhi ranks sixth among India’s most polluted cities. This Haryana city tops October list

In October, Delhi was the sixth most polluted city in India, with a PM2.5 concentration of 107 µg/m³, a significant rise from September. Dharuhera in Haryana topped the pollution list at 123 µg/m³. The study highlights a nationwide decline in air quality, particularly in the National Capital Region, emphasizing the need for long-term solutions to combat pollution.

NCLAT upholds CCI’s ₹213.14 cr penalty on WhatsApp for abuse of market position

The NCLAT upheld a ₹213.14 crore penalty on WhatsApp and Meta for abusing market dominance through a 2021 privacy policy that compelled users to share data across Meta platforms. While the ban on data-sharing for advertising was lifted, the court agreed the policy imposed unfair terms, undermining user consent and privacy, violating the Competition Act.

BJP cheers Tharoor’s bold ‘Indian politics are family business’ article, Congress says Gandhis laid down lives

Shashi Tharoor's recent article critiques dynastic politics in India, labeling it a "grave threat" to democracy. While the BJP praised his views, Congress leaders defended their family legacy, emphasizing the merit of the Nehru-Gandhi lineage. Tharoor's remarks have sparked controversy, potentially unsettling prominent leaders like Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi ahead of the Bihar assembly elections.

‘Nightmare for me’: Celina Jaitly on brother's detention in UAE, welcomes HC order

Celina Jaitly has sought the Delhi High Court's help for her brother, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been allegedly detained in the UAE since September 2024. The court has directed the Centre to provide a status report and appointed a nodal officer for legal assistance. Celina expressed gratitude for the court's intervention amid her year-long ordeal.