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POLITICAL POSITIONING OF DALITS WILL PLAY KEY ROLE IN MAHA POLLS

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) is trying to mobilise Dalits in their favour through two pronged strategies- firstly, by raising the issue of poverty, backwardness and employment which matters for survival and sustenance of Dalits and marginal communities in India. Secondly, by their campaign strategies, they are trying to disseminate the discourse of possible dangers on constitution and reservation for Dalit and Backwards in BJP lead political regimes.

ADDA to invest Rs 15 cr for growth in housing society market

ADDA, a leading provider of software solutions for housing society management, has announced plans to invest Rs 15 crore over the next year to expand its operations in India.

Commercial LPG cylinder prices hiked by Rs 62

In a significant price revision soon after the festival of Diwali, oil marketing companies (OMCs) on Friday revised the cost of commercial LPG gas cylinders across the country.

18 states' capital outlay to hit Rs 7.2 lakh cr, up 7-9%: Crisil

Last year, 80 per cent of the allocated funds were transferred to state governments, and the rating agency expects a similar proportion this fiscal year

Maruti Suzuki India reports highest-ever monthly sales

Maruti Suzuki India reported its highest-ever monthly sales volume at 206,434 units.

Sensex rises to 79,688, Nifty hits 24,300 in Samvat 2081 start

It's a bright start to the Hindu calendar year of Samvat 2081 for Indian stocks.

Overall coal production in Oct touches 84.5 million tonne

Coal dispatch from captive and other entities also grew to 16.18 million tonnes in October 2024, compared to 11.83 million tonnes in October 2023, representing a growth of 36.83 percent.

FOREX RESERVES DROP $20 BN IN FOUR WEEKS

India's forex reserves declined for the fourth straight week, dropping by $3.463 billion to $684.805 billion as of October 25.

Delhi court acquits three in 2017 attempt-to-murder case

The Karkardooma District Court on Friday acquitted three individuals, Faeem Kureshi, Naeem Kureshi, and Hanif Khan, in a 2017 attempt-to-murder case, after raising doubts about key evidence presented by the prosecution.

Delhi HC pushes CBFC for accessible films: Hearing set for Jan

The Delhi High Court has sought the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) official response to a petition urging the inclusion of accessibility features in films to aid individuals with hearing and visual disabilities.

Toxic foam in Yamuna raises pollution concerns ahead of Chhath Puja

The National Capital's Kalindi Kunj area saw toxic foam floating on the Yamuna River on Friday, raising concerns among residents and political leaders over pollution just ahead of Chhath Puja.

Property dealer stabbed to death in West Delhi

A 38-year-old man was stabbed to death by a group of people in Hastsal Road area of West Delhi, police said on Friday.

Air India's flagship A350 now flies on Delhi-NY route

The Tata Group-owned Air India has launched its flagship Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the daily, non-stop route between Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

Delhi registers warmest Oct month since 1951

According to the IMD, this month has recorded an average maximum temperature of 35.1 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 21.2 degrees Celsius over Safdarjung respectively.

'DON'T CARE FOR WHOLE YEAR, THEN BLAME FIRECRACKERS': BJP TARGETS AAP ON DELHI POLLUTION

Bharatiya Janata Party leader R P Singh on Friday slammed the Aam Aadmi Party government for \"blaming\" firecrackers for New Delhi's rising air pollution post-Diwali celebrations.

COURT REVOKES DISCHARGE OF GAUTAM GAMBHIR IN RS 3.5 CR REAL ESTATE FRAUD

The Rouse Avenue court reinstated charges against ex-BJP MP Gautam Gambhir in a Rs 3.5 crore fraud case involving real estate.

Fire dept reports record fire calls in Delhi this Diwali

According to Delhi Fire Service, they received 318 calls, from the year 2023 this figure was 208, in 2022 it was 201, in 2021 it was 152 and in 2012 it was 184. On Thursday night of Diwali, the peak hour calls in Delhi were 310 while last year it was only 195.

Diwali Farsh Bazar shooting: Father, 16-year-old nephew dead

Upon receiving a PCR call at approximately 8:30 PM, a police team arrived at the scene and discovered blood evidence. The victims were immediately transported to a hospital, where Akash and Rishabh were pronounced dead. Krish is currently undergoing treatment for his injuries.

Delhi court dismisses bail plea of man accused of cheating in agricultural land sale

In this case, an FIR was registered at PS Prashant Vihar Under sections 420, 406, 34, 174A IPC in 2022 with the allegations that the accused has cheated the complainant to the tune of Rs. 62 lakhs on the pretext of selling an agricultural piece of land measuring about 16 acres.

Public holiday on Nov 7 for Chhath Pooja

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has declared a public holiday on November 7 for Chhath Puja, calling it an \"important festival\" for the residents of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.

LG approves relaxation in educational qualifications for jobs to 1984 riot victims

In a significant move, Delhi LG V.K. Saxena announced the relaxation in qualifications for the recruitment of victims of the 1984 riots on Friday.

Indian troops start patrolling Demchok sector in Ladakh

India and China have recently agreed on patrol arrangements along the LAC at the India-China border

PMEAC CHIEF BIBEK DEBROY DIES

Debroy was celebrated for his extensive contributions to economic policy and research.

Ajit Pawar assures support for Dhangar community

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar is touring 59 villages in Baramati on Friday, starting his visit from Malad village, to address key local issues ahead of the upcoming elections.

TN: Diwali celebrations leave Thoothukudi in trash trouble with over 1,000 tons of garbage

Garbage has accumulated in all 60 wards of Thoothukudi Corporation, especially on the day of Diwali alone, added officials

TVK chief Vijay calls for November 1 to be celebrated as Tamil Nadu Day

\"Let us celebrate this day (November 1) when a separate state was born for Tamils as Tamil Nadu Day with historical memories,\" he added.

DRI seizes hydroponic weed worth Rs 7 crore at Hyderabad airport, two arrested

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) Hyderabad, seized hydroponic substance worth Rs 7 crore from two Indian passengers arriving from Bangkok at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, officials said on Friday.

'Entire system of JMM is fake': Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Amid the controversy over Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's age, Assam CM and BJP co-in-charge for Jharkhand Assembly elections Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday called the entire system of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) \"fake.\"

'Ladki Bahin Yojana has benefited 2.15 crore women'

Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde expressed strong confidence in the Mahayuti alliance's prospects in the upcoming Maharashtra elections, highlighting the achievements of the current government under Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, particularly the 'Ladki Behin Yojana', which has reportedly benefited 2.15 crore women across the state.