Aryan Khan will spend one more night in Mumbai prison as the release papers did not reach on given time. The jail officials said that there will not be any special treatment for anyone.
While in Gurugram, Muslims offering namaz in a locality were again faced with protesters, many reportedly from right-wing groups, shouting slogans against the prayers and holding up placards that read Gurugram administration, wake up from your sleep.<br>Police were deployed in large numbers in Sector 12-A; around 30 protesters were detained. After vociferous protests earlier this month in Sectors 12-A and 47, police acted quickly today.
In other news, Former Indian tennis champion Leander Paes joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in Goa. TMC Chief Mamata Banerjee made the announcement on Friday and said Leander Paes is like her younger brother.
Delhi government to allow cinema halls, theatres, multiplexes to reopen with 100% capacity from November 1
Delhi government announced on Monday that cinema halls, theatres and multiplexes can be opened with 100% capacity. While Marriage ceremonies, funerals and last rites-related gatherings will be allowed with a maximum of 200 people.
JioPhone Next to be available from Diwali for Rs 6,499
Reliance on Friday announced the launch of their much anticipated JioPhone Next. The smartphone has been made in a collaborative effort of Jio and Google. The smartphone will be available from November 4th, worth Rs 6,499 apeice.
Aryan Khan bail order out, HC sets 14 bail conditions
In the latest development in Aryan Khan’s case, the bail order of Shah Rukh Khan’s son and two others are out. In the bail order, High Court set 14 conditions in which the HC said that Aryan needs to surrender his Passport and also needs to appear before NCB every Friday.
In the order, it was also mentioned that each of the applicants should pay a bond of Rs 1 lakh with one or more sureties in the amount.
Bangladesh win toss and opt to field, as Roston Chase makes his T20I debut
In their do or die match in T20 World Cup 2021, Bangladesh have won the toss and opted to field first against West Indies. Roston Chase will be making his T20Is debut for Windies.
Teams:
West Indies (Playing XI): Chris Gayle, Evin Lewis, Roston Chase, Nicholas Pooran(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Kieron Pollard(c), Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Dwayne Bravo, Akeal Hosein, Ravi Rampaul
Bangladesh (Playing XI): Soumya Sarkar, Mohammad Naim, Liton Das(w), Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah(c), Afif Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed
Calcutta HC orders complete ban on sale and use of firecrackers this Diwali
The Calcutta High Court on Friday ordered a complete ban on sale and use of firecrackers this Diwali/Kali Puja/Chhath Puja/Christmas/New Year due to the Covid-19 pandemic situation in the state. Only wax or oil-based diyas are permitted to be used. Police instructed to keep a strict vigil on use/sale of firecrackers.
30 detained after protests disrupt namaz in Gurugram for third successive week
Muslims offering namaz (or daily prayers) in a Gurgaon locality were again faced with protesters, many reportedly from right-wing groups, shouting slogans against the prayers and holding up placards that read Gurugram administration, wake up from your sleep. Police were deployed in large numbers in Sector 12-A; around 30 protesters were detained. After vociferous protests earlier this month in Sectors 12-A and 47, police acted quickly today.
Schools, colleges to reopen on November 16 in West Bengal, notification issued
In an official notification issued by the West Bengal government schools and colleges in West Bengal will reopen for offline classes on November 16. The schools will reopen for students of Classes 9 to 12, according to a notice issued by the School Education Department on Thursday evening.
PM Modi meets European Council President Michel Charles
Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a joint meeting with Charles Michel, President of the European Council and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission in Rome, Italy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is travelling to Rome, Italy and Glasgow, UK, from Friday to November 2 to attend the 16th G-20 Summit and the World Leaders’ Summit of COP-26 respectively.
Tennis champion Leander Paes joins Trinamool Congress in Goa
Former Indian tennis champion Leander Paes has joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in Goa. TMC chief Mamata Banerjee made the announcement on Friday and said Leander Paes is like her younger brother.
Mamata Banerjee reached Goa on Thursday at a time when the TMC is camping in the poll-bound state with the hope of making inroads into the BJP bastion.
IRCTC shares rebound after Railway Ministry withdraws decision on Convenience Fee
Shares of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) saw a marked recovery on Friday morning after the government reversed a decision wherein the company was asked to share 50 percent of the convenience fee revenue with the Ministry of Railways.
IRCTC shares plunged as much as 29 per cent to hit an intraday low of Rs 650.10 on the BSE after the company informed exchanges that Railway Ministry asked it to share half of all the convenience fee revenue it earns.
Sensex tanks by over 700 points in early day trade today
Domestic stocks on Friday continued to slide, following a selloff in the previous session. Investors were concerned over relentless foreign outflows seen in the last six sessions amid cuts in India equity rating by many foreign brokerages citing expensive valuations vis-a-vis other emerging markets.
PM Modi reaches Rome to attend G20 Summit
In another top news of the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Rome to attend the G20 Summit. PM Modi reached Rome after he was invited by Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi. It is reported that he will also call on Pope Francis in the Vatican during his two-day Rome visit.
PM Modi’s going to have a tight schedule in these two days. And, on the first day of his visit, he is going to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his first day in Rome.
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das gets three-year extension
In today’s top news, the Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das has got a three-year extension and he will remain in office till 2024. In the official statement, it was mentioned that the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the reappointment of Shaktikanta Das as Reserve Bank of India Governor for a period of three years beyond 10.12.2021 or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth appointed next Army chief, to take charge on June 30
The government has appointed Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, currently the Vice Chief of Army Staff, as the next Army chief. He will succeed General Upendra Dwivedi on June 30.
The Centre has appointed Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth as the next Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), paving the way for a leadership transition in the Indian Army later this month. Lt Gen Seth, who currently serves as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, will succeed General Upendra Dwivedi upon the latter’s retirement on June 30, 2026.
The appointment was announced on Saturday, with the government confirming that Lt Gen Seth will assume office from the afternoon of June 30. He will take over command after General Dwivedi completes his tenure as the Army’s 30th chief.
Veteran Armoured Corps officer
An officer of the Armoured Corps, Lt Gen Seth was commissioned into the Indian Army in December 1986 after graduating from the National Defence Academy. Over nearly four decades of service, he has held a range of operational, command, staff and strategic appointments across the Army.
Before becoming Vice Chief on April 1, 2026, he served in several senior leadership roles, including heading the Southern Command and South Western Command. He has also commanded formations such as the Delhi Area and the XXI Corps during his military career.
Leadership transition in the Army
Lt Gen Seth’s elevation comes as the Army prepares for a change of command at the highest level. His appointment follows his move to Army Headquarters as Vice Chief earlier this year, a role he assumed on April 1.
The Ministry of Defence said the incoming Army chief brings extensive experience from command, operational and strategic assignments across diverse military domains.
With the appointment, Lt Gen Seth is set to lead the Indian Army through the next phase of its modernisation and operational preparedness efforts after taking charge at the end of the month.
IAF AN-32 aircraft crashes while landing at Assam’s Jorhat airbase, five personnel killed
Five Indian Air Force personnel were killed after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam. The IAF has ordered a court of inquiry into the accident.
An Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of five Air Force personnel. The accident occurred during a routine sortie and triggered an emergency response at the airbase.
According to the IAF, the aircraft met with the accident during the landing phase at Jorhat. The force later confirmed the loss of five personnel and expressed condolences to their families. A court of inquiry has been ordered to determine the circumstances that led to the crash.
Court of inquiry ordered
The Indian Air Force said a formal investigation will examine the cause of the accident. Officials have not yet disclosed what may have led to the crash, and the inquiry is expected to review technical, operational and environmental factors.
Reports indicated that the co-pilot survived the accident and is undergoing medical treatment.
The Indian Air Force deeply regrets the loss of five personnel in the An-32 accident at Jorhat, Assam.
Sqn Ldr Prashant Singh, Flt Lt Shubham Kumar, Sgt Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat and Agniveervayu Danish Alam made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.… pic.twitter.com/9SmOjtS5mU
The IAF identified the five personnel killed in the accident as:
Squadron Leader Prashant Singh
Flight Lieutenant Shubham Kumar
Sergeant Jitendra Sharma
Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat
Agniveervayu Danish Alam
The Air Force said it stands with the bereaved families during this difficult time.
AN-32’s role in the Air Force
The AN-32 is a twin-engine transport aircraft that has been a key part of the Indian Air Force’s logistics operations for decades. It is widely used to transport personnel, equipment and supplies, particularly in remote and high-altitude regions. India remains one of the largest operators of the aircraft type.
The crash comes months after a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft accident in Assam that claimed the lives of two IAF pilots.
Delhi records coolest day of June so far as rain and thunderstorms bring relief from heat
Delhi recorded its coolest day of June after rain and thunderstorms caused a sharp drop in temperatures. IMD has forecast more showers and gusty winds before temperatures begin rising again.
Delhi witnessed its coolest day of June so far after widespread rain and thunderstorm activity caused temperatures to drop significantly across the national capital. The change in weather provided much-needed relief from the intense summer heat that had gripped the region in recent weeks.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rain and thunderstorms over the past 24 hours brought a noticeable decline in both maximum and minimum temperatures. Official weather observations showed that Delhi’s maximum temperatures fell well below normal levels, while several areas experienced strong winds and rainfall.
More rain and thunderstorms likely
The IMD has forecast additional thunderstorms, light to moderate rain and gusty winds for Delhi and nearby areas through Saturday. A yellow alert remains in place, with weather conditions expected to stay unsettled before gradually improving.
Weather experts have attributed the recent change to the influence of a western disturbance and associated weather systems affecting northwestern India. While the disturbance is gradually moving away, its impact is expected to continue for a short period.
Temperatures may rise again next week
Meteorologists expect the pleasant conditions to last for another couple of days. After that, temperatures are likely to begin rising again as rainfall activity decreases. The IMD’s latest forecast also indicates a gradual increase in temperatures by the middle of next week.
Recent weather systems have brought relief not only to Delhi but also to parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and other northern states, where thunderstorms and rain have helped ease heatwave conditions.
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