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Big Stories Today: Rising Zika figures in UP has Delhi worried, Army launches Rajouri combing, BJP national executive meet tomorrow

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Australia beat West Indies by eight wickets in T20 World Cup

Australia beat West Indies by eight wickets in a Group 1 fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Chasing a target of 158, Australia won the game with 22 balls to spare. Earlier, Josh Hazlewood starred with the ball as Australia. 

Delhi pollution can spur surge in Covid-19 cases, warns AIIMS director Dr Randeep Guleria

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) director Dr Randeep Guleria on Saturday cautioned against severe cases of Covid-19 due to rising air pollution as the national capital’s air quality reached dangerous levels. Urging people to wear masks to protect themselves from both Covid and pollution, Guleria said bad air can also have a major impact on respiratory health.

Major army operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri after terrorists sighted

The Army on Saturday has launched a major combing operation in the Khablan forests of Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district after villagers reported the presence of heavily armed terrorists in the area.
The Thanmandi-Rajouri road has been closed to traffic as a precaution.

Delhi government puts capital on alert after rise in Zika cases in Uttar Pradesh

Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Saturday announced that the government has put the capital on alert over the alarming spike in Zika cases in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur district,
He said: Delhi government is carefully monitoring the developments.

Kanpur reports 13 new cases of Zika virus, total tally reaches 79 in Uttar Pradesh district

Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur has become the new hub of the Zika virus. With 13 new cases reported in Kanpur on Saturday, the total tally of cases of the mosquito-borne disease reaches 79.

32 dead so far in three Bihar districts due to suspected consumption of spurious liquor

After Gopalganj and West Champaran, four people died in the Samastipur district in Bihar late on Friday, November 5, 2021, due to suspected consumption of spurious liquor.

Officials said that four people died in Rupauli Panchayat in the Patori block of Samastipur district and the cause of their deaths could be known only after the post-mortem reports.

Former Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh sent to judicial custody for 14 days in money laundering case

Former Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh has been sent to judicial custody for 14 days in a money laundering case. The NCP leader was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with money laundering and extortion charges on Nov 2.

Delhi government extends its free ration scheme for six more months, After Centre announces to close the scheme

Delhi government on Saturday extended their free ration scheme for six more months after Centre announced that they will stop the scheme after November. Delhi CM Kejriwal also urged Modi government to extend the scheme for poor.

Sachin Vaze’s police custody extended by 7 days in Goregaon extortion case

Mumbai’s Esplanade Court has extended sacked police officer Sachin Vaze’s police custody till November 13.
Vaze was produced before the court on Saturday following which his custody was extended by a week. The case also includes former Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh, who is currently absconding. Mumbai Police had taken Vaze’s custody on Monday.

BJP to hold national executive meeting tomorrow in Delhi, PM Modi, Shah scheduled to attend

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will hold its national executive meeting on Sunday in Delhi, with senior party leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah, scheduled to be in attendance.
The meeting will take place in hybrid form, with some attendees to be present physically, while others will attend virtually.

10 dead, several injured in a fire at Ahmednagar’s Hospital in Maharashtra

At least 10 patients died and several others were injured after a massive fire ripped through the ICU of the Ahmednagar Civil Hospital on Saturday, informed District Collector Rajendra Bhosale.
Four fire tenders have been rushed to the spot to douse the flames which were spreading to other adjoining wards with attempts underway to control the blaze and shift the patients from the affected areas.

Top Punjab government lawyer attacks Navjot Sidhu amid resignation row

Punjab Advocate General APS Deol has on Saturday hit back at Punjab Congress chief Navjot Sidhu who has demanded his resignation for representing two accused cops in the 2015 sacrilege and police firing case.
Deol slammed the former cricketer for repeated utterances (that) seek to derail the earnest efforts of the state to ensure justice in the drugs matter and the sacrilege cases”.

Kerala gold smuggling case prime accused Swapna Suresh released from jail

Swapna Suresh, prime accused in the Kerala gold smuggling case, was released from jail on Saturday after spending 16 months behind bars. Kerala High Court granted her bail on November 2.
She got bail on November 2 in the case registered by NIA under UAPA on a Rs 25 Lakhs bail bond and 2 solvent sureties.

Anil Deshmukh’s ED custody ends today, to be presented before special PMLA court

Former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh will be presented before the special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court today. The 71-year-old was sent to the custody of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) till November 6.
He was arrested by the ED on Monday night after 12 hours of questioning.

Bharat Biotech’s partner Ocugen seeks FDA approval in US for Covaxin use for children

Bharat Biotech’s US partner Ocugen has announced that it had asked the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Emergency Use Authorisation (EUA) of Covaxin for children below 18.
Bharat Biotech’s clinical lead for Covid-19 vaccines Dr. Raches Ella said: “We are pleased to announce our EUA filing to the US-FDA through our partners-Ocugen.”

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Blasts outside defence establishments in Punjab within 2 hours trigger security alarm

Two explosions near defence-linked locations in Punjab within two hours have triggered alarm and heightened security across the state.

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Two explosion incidents reported within a span of around two hours near key defence-linked locations in Punjab have raised serious security concerns and triggered political reactions.

The first incident took place near the Border Security Force (BSF) headquarters in Jalandhar, where a blast involving a delivery scooter was reported in a populated area. The proximity of the explosion to a sensitive security installation immediately drew the attention of authorities.

Shortly after, another blast was reported near a military-linked area in Amritsar, further heightening concerns over security preparedness in the border state. Police and security agencies responded swiftly, deploying bomb disposal squads and forensic teams at both locations.

Officials confirmed that no casualties were reported in either incident. However, the back-to-back nature of the explosions caused panic in nearby areas and prompted authorities to place the state on high alert.

Political leaders reacted strongly, questioning the handling of security and pointing to possible lapses. They urged authorities to take preventive steps to avoid such incidents in the future.

Punjab, being a strategically important border state, remains sensitive to such developments. Investigations are currently underway to determine the cause of the explosions and whether there are any links between the two incidents.

Security has been tightened around key installations, with agencies assessing whether the blasts were isolated events or part of a broader threat.

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Retired bureaucrats appointed by Mamata Banerjee barred from Bengal offices ahead of BJP government formation

Retired bureaucrats appointed under Mamata Banerjee have been barred from government offices as West Bengal prepares for a BJP-led administration.

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In a significant administrative development following the West Bengal Assembly election results, several retired bureaucrats appointed during the tenure of Mamata Banerjee have reportedly been barred from entering state government offices.

The decision comes at a time when the Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to form its first government in the state after securing a decisive mandate. The move is seen as part of the transition process as the outgoing administration makes way for the incoming regime.

Officials indicated that the restrictions apply specifically to retired personnel who had been given contractual or advisory roles under the previous government. These individuals have now been asked not to access offices or handle official work.

The development follows a broader directive issued by the state administration to ensure that no official documents or records are removed, damaged, or tampered with during the transition period. Authorities have emphasised strict accountability, placing responsibility on departmental heads to safeguard files and maintain proper records.

The political backdrop to this move is the sweeping victory of the BJP in the 2026 West Bengal elections, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape after years of Trinamool Congress rule.

With the new government expected to take charge soon, administrative reshuffling and tightening of access to government infrastructure are being viewed as measures to ensure a smooth and transparent handover of power.

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Vijay expresses gratitude to Modi, Rahul Gandhi for congratulatory messages after poll victory

Vijay thanked PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi after his party’s strong Tamil Nadu poll performance, promising governance focused on public welfare.

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Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for congratulating him on his party’s strong performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026.

Vijay, who leads the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), acknowledged the wishes shared by both leaders following the party’s impressive electoral debut, which has significantly altered the political landscape of Tamil Nadu.

Responding to the Prime Minister on social media platform X, Vijay said that his party’s focus would remain on public welfare and development. He emphasised that governance should rise above political differences and aim at improving the lives of the people.

“The well-being of our people remains our only goal… we shall focus on the state’s progress and welfare,” he said, while also expressing hope for support from the Union government in achieving these objectives.

The TVK has emerged as a major political force in the state, breaking the long-standing dominance of traditional parties and marking a major shift in Tamil Nadu’s political dynamics.

According to early developments, the party has staked claim to form the government and may seek additional support if required to prove its majority in the assembly.

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