Three Keralites, Sivin Johny, Nova Sabu, and Anjali Sheela Joy, died in a residential building fire in Bochum, Germany. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's office is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate their mortal remains, with the state government bearing all expenses. Public representatives have also urged swift action to bring the bodies home.
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) has appointed Ishan Anand, Mayawati's younger nephew, as its new national coordinator. This decision follows the removal of his elder brother, Akash Anand, from all party responsibilities. The appointment was made at a national executive meeting, where Mayawati reiterated the party's commitment to avoiding dynastic politics.
Heavy rainfall caused significant waterlogging in New Delhi, particularly near IGI Airport, just days before the BRICS Summit. The incident highlighted coordination issues among various city agencies, with PWD officials attributing some flooding to other departments, despite a recent review meeting by the Lieutenant Governor to ensure inter-agency synergy.
A preliminary government report reveals that devastating flash floods in Nepal have affected over 32,000 people, caused 1,295 deaths, and severely damaged infrastructure including roads, bridges, schools, and healthcare facilities. Senior Nepali Congress leader Arjun Narsing KC has criticised the government's coordination of rescue and relief operations and called for international action on climate justice.
Mallojula Venugopal Rao, a former Naxal commander known as Bhupathi, has joined Gondwana University's 'Ekal' programme in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. He will work as a coordinator to help tribal villagers secure their legal rights, including those under the PESA and Forest Rights Acts, marking a significant shift from his past as a feared Maoist strategist.
Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance is facing internal strife after the NCP accused Shiv Sena MLA Abdul Sattar of actively working against its candidate, Satish Chavan, in the recent Legislative Council elections for the Aurangabad graduates' constituency, leading to Chavan's defeat.
India has issued a fresh advisory for its nationals, particularly Umrah pilgrims, in Saudi Arabia due to ongoing flight cancellations and regional tensions. The Indian Consulate in Jeddah is providing assistance, coordinating with Saudi authorities, and helping facilitate the early return of affected individuals amidst disruptions caused by drone and missile attacks.
Uttar Pradesh Police successfully rescued 453 Nepalese citizens from an international fraud syndicate operating in Kushinagar. The syndicate lured victims with false promises of jobs, higher education, and lucrative earnings. Ten members of the gang were arrested, and the Nepalese Embassy in New Delhi expressed its appreciation for the UP Police's swift action.
A helicopter crash in Uttarakhand killed six people, including five from Karnataka and the pilot. Among the deceased were a Bengaluru Police inspector, businessmen, and advocates. Karnataka authorities are coordinating with Uttarakhand to repatriate the bodies, while state leaders have expressed profound sorrow and offered assistance to the bereaved families.
Glimpses of Indian Air Force helicopters rehearsing for this weekend's air show in Varanasi.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully extradited Sourabh Chandrakar, the alleged mastermind behind the Rs 6,000-crore Mahadev online betting app scam, from Oman. Chandrakar, wanted in multiple cases by the CBI and ED, will be produced before a special court in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. This extradition marks a significant step in India's efforts to bring fugitives operating transnational criminal enterprises to justice.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) arrested five individuals and seized 3.1 kg of foreign-origin gold, US dollars, and euros, collectively valued at over Rs 5.8 crore, near Vijayawada. The operation targeted a syndicate allegedly smuggling gold from Bangladesh to Hyderabad via Kolkata.
The Mizoram government has initiated the second phase of its anti-drug campaign, 'Operation Jericho-2', to curb narcotics movement ahead of the festive season. Led by DGP Sharad Agarwal, the operation involves multiple police battalions and focuses on border districts, intelligence-led enforcement, and community participation to dismantle trafficking networks. This follows a successful first phase that saw significant drug seizures and arrests.
The preliminary findings of the Kolkata Police probe into the tragic Durga Puja pandal stampede that claimed 19 lives, highlight critical lapses in crowd management and communication.
A 41-year-old man from Mangaluru, employed in Israel, has been missing since October 16, prompting his family to seek urgent intervention from the Indian embassy in Tel Aviv and Israeli police.
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has detained 61 illegal immigrants, mostly from Bangladesh, in a city-wide operation aimed at enhancing public safety before Diwali. This crackdown follows previous detentions of hundreds of illegal Bangladeshi nationals in Ahmedabad, highlighting ongoing efforts to identify and deport foreign nationals residing illegally.
Indian para-cyclist Arshad Shaikh is recovering in Shizuoka, Japan, after undergoing surgery for a fracture sustained during a fall at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games. The Sports Authority of India and the Indian Embassy are providing full support for his recovery and eventual return to India.
A 23-year-old UPSC aspirant was arrested in Uttar Pradesh for making a hoax call to his former roommate in Delhi, falsely claiming a Pakistan-based terror organisation was planning blasts. The accused, Suraj Verma, used a landline and modulated his voice to make the prank appear serious. Police cracked the case within 48 hours through technical surveillance and coordination with the Uttar Pradesh Police.
Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber-fraud network that operated from a moving SUV to avoid detection, arresting three individuals. The fraudsters allegedly cheated a victim of Rs 65,000 by posing as insurance refund processors and used mule bank accounts. The operation involved sophisticated methods to evade law enforcement.
New CCTV footage from Surat station purportedly shows two suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case boarding a Pune-Jaipur express train, hours after the attack in Mumbai. Three individuals were later nabbed from a train at Kota station on Monday morning, following a coordinated police operation.
Madhya Pradesh has achieved the top rank in India for drug destruction, eliminating over 2.74 lakh kilograms of narcotics in two years. The state is implementing a comprehensive strategy, including forming anti-drug committees in educational institutions, launching a three-year campaign to dismantle drug networks, strengthening intelligence, and expanding de-addiction centres. Authorities have also seized significant quantities of drugs, attached properties, and conducted extensive public awareness programmes.
The South Coast Railway Zone has a set up a 24/7 war room and cancelled 53 trains in preparation for the approaching very severe cyclonic storm 'Arnab'.
'We heard a lot of concern, especially from women in India, that they were worried people would take screenshots of their profiles and share them on social media or with friends. So, we have blocked the ability to take screenshots.'
Delhi Police has announced elaborate security and traffic arrangements for the INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday. Over 4,000 police personnel, along with CAPF companies, will be deployed, with the venue divided into 14 zones and monitored by over 200 CCTV cameras and drones. Traffic diversions are planned, and organisers have been instructed on crowd management and conduct, while local traders express concerns about business disruption.
Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti bloc is embroiled in a blame game following its poor performance in the recent Legislative Council polls. The BJP has accused its ally Shiv Sena of non-cooperation, while Shiv Sena leaders defend their actions and one MLA even suggested reinstating Eknath Shinde as Chief Minister, drawing parallels with the Bihar political model.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Thiruvananthapuram Division has seized 943 kg of narcotic substances valued at Rs 54.98 crore in 108 cases between January and September this year. These efforts are part of Operation NARCOS, a nationwide initiative to prevent the railway network from being used for drug trafficking. The RPF also detected cases involving banned tobacco products and IMFL during the same period.
The Uttar Pradesh STF has arrested Firoz Musarrat Khan, an alleged interstate wildlife smuggler, in Lucknow and seized seven protected falcons worth Rs 1.4 crore. Khan's gang reportedly sourced protected birds and animals from UP forests, smuggling them to international markets via Mumbai. An FIR has been registered under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
New CCTV footage from Surat station shows two suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case rushing to board a Pune-Jaipur express train. The suspects travelled by road from Mumbai to Surat after the gun attack, before being nabbed later at Kota station in Rajasthan. The incident involved gunshots fired at Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, injuring his driver and a bystander.
Delhi Police's Operation CyHawk 6.0 led to the arrest of 944 people and registration of 1,032 cases in a two-day cybercrime crackdown. The operation investigated 4,002 complaints involving an alleged fraud of Rs 479 crore, targeting organised networks across 17 states and five Union Territories.
The INDIA bloc is intensifying preparations for its November 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged "vote chori" and irregularities in electoral rolls. Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi, inspected the site, where tents, chairs, and barricades are being set up. Delhi Police are deploying 3,500 personnel for security, expecting around 50,000 attendees, while the Congress anticipates 10 lakh. The rally is part of a broader campaign against the Election Commission's functioning, following a planned "public impeachment" proceeding.
A 22-year-old man, Faiyaz Ali, was arrested in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly creating fake Instagram accounts to circulate child sexual abuse material and explicit chats. The arrest followed a tip-off from the Union home ministry's Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), which flagged an Instagram account with objectionable content. Police traced the account to Ali and apprehended him while he was attempting to flee.
Meitei and Naga groups held massive rallies in Manipur, demanding protection for indigenous people and the abrogation of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with militant groups. The protests follow recent militant ambushes and highlight concerns over non-compliance with the SoO pact amidst ongoing ethnic violence in the state.
Mizoram police have successfully recovered over Rs 1 crore for cybercrime victims this year and arrested nine alleged cybercriminals. The state has also established a dedicated State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (S4C) to enhance its efforts in detection, investigation, and public awareness against cybercrime.
IndiGo and Air India Group will progressively shift flights from Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to the newly built Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) starting from December. This phased transition, expected to complete by the 2027 summer aviation season, aims to ease capacity constraints at CSMIA, facilitate its Terminal 1 redevelopment, and establish a dual-airport system for Mumbai, enhancing connectivity and future growth.
Flight disruptions between India and Saudi Arabia are continuing, with Akasa Air extending its service suspensions to Jeddah until November 18 and Riyadh until November 30. This follows similar suspensions by Air India and Air India Express until November 14, all due to the prevailing security situation and attacks on infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The Indian Embassy has advised nationals to remain vigilant and is assisting affected travellers.
Delhi Police have busted a cyber fraud network in Greater Noida, arresting seven individuals involved in supplying bank accounts opened through fake firms to cybercriminals. The network facilitated over Rs 30 crore in credit transactions and is linked to 27 cyber fraud complaints across various states. The investigation began after a Delhi University student was defrauded of Rs 6,450.
Cyclone Murasu has brought heavy rainfall and inundation to northern Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, leading to flight cancellations and school closures. The cyclone is expected to make landfall as a severe cyclonic storm over south coastal Andhra Pradesh between Nellore and Narsapur during midnight of November 2 to early hours of November 3. Authorities in Chennai are managing waterlogging and preparing for further impact.
The Yellow Dress Theory is a fun fashion-meets-romance idea that has taken off online: yellow outfits often appear at pivotal moments in films, particularly when a character is falling in love, discovering herself or stepping into a brighter chapter. It isn't a scientific theory, of course, but a pattern film fans love spotting.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured that Mumbai Police will track down those responsible for the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff, including their handlers. The police have leads and believe the accused are operating from outside Maharashtra, possibly abroad. Fadnavis also criticised the Opposition's stance on law and order.
The Pune Municipal Corporation is undertaking extensive road upgrades across 84 kilometres in preparation for the Pune Grand Tour (PGT) 2027, an international Category 2 cycling competition. These works include improving road surfaces, repairing footpaths, standardising signage, and expediting utility-related infrastructure to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the six-stage event scheduled from January 26 to 31.
