The CBI has withdrawn approximately 20 petitions from the Supreme Court that sought to transfer cases related to the 2021 West Bengal post-poll violence outside the state. The agency cited "changed circumstances" for its decision, which comes after the state's CID initiated fresh inquiries and reopened cases concerning the violence.
Preliminary post-mortem reports indicate that asphyxia due to intense chest pressure was the likely cause of death for most of the 19 victims in a Durga Puja pandal stampede in Kolkata. Reports also noted serious internal injuries, including damage to vital organs and fractures, in some victims.
A man, Manoj Talekar, was detained in Panaji after he allegedly paid Rs 27 lakh for a fake government job appointment and attempted to occupy the additional excise commissioner's chair. He claimed to have an appointment letter for the Goa Excise Department post, leading to his detention and an FIR for impersonation. Police are now searching for the alleged scammer, Ajit Shankhwalkar.
Senior IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal of the Rajasthan government has been placed on Awaiting Posting Orders, citing administrative reasons. This move follows media reports alleging his involvement, along with his IPS wife, in the purchase of 40 villas from a single company over two and a half years. Agrawal was previously the Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries Department and held several other key responsibilities.
A private Learjet 60 carrying nine people crashed into a residential area in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday, killing everyone on board. The aircraft, which departed from Austin, Texas, was en route to the Bahamas when it crashed near Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, causing significant damage and prompting a major investigation by the FAA and NTSB.
The Indian Army has launched 'Bharat Rice', a superior-quality rice for defence forces, aimed at improving ration quality and logistics. This initiative, spearheaded by the Directorate General of Supplies and Transport, involves direct supply to Army Supply Depots, including remote areas, and an MoU with FCI for infrastructure utilisation during contingencies. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted its significance for soldier welfare, operational readiness, and national security, emphasising logistics as combat power.
Bihar's Education Department has mandated a formal dress code for teachers and non-teaching staff in all educational institutes and banned the use of DJs and disco during campus entertainment programmes. Education Minister Mithlesh Tiwary emphasised the need for discipline and dignity, citing concerns over casual attire and inappropriate entertainment undermining the academic environment.
Abhishek Sharma smashed a record-breaking 30-ball century, the fastest by a full member in T20Is, leading India to a massive 127-run victory over Afghanistan. Sharma's explosive innings and his comments on India's batting philosophy highlight the team's focus on dominance ahead of the T20 World Cup, despite recent setbacks. Captains Shreyas Iyer and Ibrahim Zadran also shared their perspectives on the match and team development.
The Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) is encouraging pensioners to adopt Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) through face authentication technology. A nationwide campaign is underway to facilitate this process, aiming for digital empowerment and convenience for pensioners, including those in remote areas.
Senior IPS officer Prashakha Mathur has been placed on awaiting posting orders (APO) by the Rajasthan government. This action follows similar measures against her husband, IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal, who is under an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) investigation for alleged irregularities in the purchase of 40 villas and cottages. Mathur also has some of these properties registered in her name. The ACB alleges Agrawal misused his position to benefit a private company from which the properties were bought at undervalued prices.
The income-tax department has launched a significant verification drive targeting 394 entities and 36 professionals over suspected irregularities in substantial foreign remittances made over the past three years, aiming to uncover potential tax evasion and fraudulent transactions.
A 38-year-old man, arrested for allegedly strangling his wife, committed suicide inside a police station in Maharashtra's Nanded district. Sushil Mahajan Haibate was found hanged in the lock-up hours after his arrest and confession. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has taken over the probe into his death.
The Election Commission has directed five states - Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand - to transfer officers involved in election work ahead of the 2027 assembly polls. This move, a standard practice for fair elections, targets officers in their home districts or those completing three years in a district by May 2027, covering various administrative and police roles.
Odisha's Director General of Prisons, Susanta Kumar Nath, has been booked for alleged sexual harassment of a subordinate staff member and subsequently transferred to an inconsequential post. A case was registered against Nath and a friend, Kudleep Rath, based on a complaint by a jailor who alleged unwelcome messages and invitations, followed by retaliatory actions including false implication in a prisoner escape case and suspension. The matter has also drawn the attention of a Parliamentary Standing Committee.
A Revenue department official in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 5,000 to make an entry in a 7/12 land title extract. The official, Jitendra Khetade, was caught on Friday.
A six-year-old lion drowned in the Arabian Sea near Pipavav Port in Gujarat's Amreli district, reportedly while attempting to escape a territorial clash with two other big cats. Forest officials found the carcass on Tuesday, and a post-mortem confirmed drowning as the cause of death. The incident occurred on Monday, and local residents had spotted the animal entering the water.
Odisha's Director General of Prisons, Susanta Kumar Nath, has been booked for alleged sexual harassment of a subordinate jailor and subsequently transferred. The complaint details unwelcome messages, dinner invitations, and alleged retaliation after rejection, including implication in a prisoner escape case. A friend of Nath was also booked in the same case.
A police officer in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district was killed when a truck carrying over 1,800 litres of illicit liquor ran him over while fleeing. The incident occurred during an investigation into an alleged spurious liquor racket that reportedly caused 10 deaths.
Odisha Vigilance department arrested Superintending Engineer Prasanjit Das after seizing over Rs 21.88 lakh in unaccounted cash from him. Das, accused of demanding bribes, was intercepted on Friday night, and further cash was found during searches at his residences. He faces charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2018.
A 40-year-old revenue department official, Lakshmikant Munda, was allegedly killed at his home in Ranchi, Jharkhand, by unidentified persons. Police have launched an investigation, considering angles like robbery and old enmity, and a Special Investigation Team has been formed to nab the culprits.
Brazil's defeated right-wing presidential candidate, Flavio Bolsonaro, has declared himself the legitimate head of state from self-imposed exile in the United States, alleging electoral fraud. His move comes days after leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva secured victory, further highlighting political instability in Brazil. Bolsonaro faces corruption inquiries at home and departed Brazil despite instructions to surrender his passports.
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.
The Congress-led INDIA bloc held a major protest rally in Delhi, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral irregularities and past corruption allegations. Leaders stated the protest was a "stern warning" to the government, vowing to continue until Kumar steps down, citing threats to parliamentary democracy.
Nepal has banned the import, sale, and distribution of Priyagold biscuits, citing them as sub-standard. This decision follows India's food regulator FSSAI initiating legal proceedings against the manufacturer, Surya Food and Agro Ltd, for using cattle feed bran and other serious violations, and suspending its licence.
A delegation from the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers' association met Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan to discuss long-pending cadre issues, including promotion anomalies and the delayed fourth cadre review. The meeting also focused on strengthening CSS officers' capabilities and promoting solution-oriented governance, with plans for new training initiatives.
After five days of search to find eight trekkers missing on the Kedartal route in Uttarakhand, rescuers Tuesday recovered bodies of two persons buried in avalanche, officials said.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh raised concerns with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding the sealing of the Indian Air Force's sports complex within the Race Course Air Force Station by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The move, which led to the cancellation of a farewell event, is part of a broader government drive to reclaim prime land parcels in the area, despite the IAF citing operational importance and a 2014 joint survey.
Axios has reported that a new US intelligence report has found that Iran has "substantially increased" its efforts to target American diplomats and officials in the Middle East. The intel memo which Axios cited also said that plots against American diplomats were reaching "advanced stages."
A three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed in Shimla to probe two cases against former SSP Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi. The allegations include misappropriation and misuse of government funds, cheating, and using forged documents, totalling over Rs 16 lakh. Gandhi denies the charges, claiming he is being targeted.
Over 100 US lawmakers, led by Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, have written to FBI Director Kash Patel demanding an investigation into an attempted mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Illinois as a federal hate crime. They also sought answers on measures to address online threats targeting Indian-Americans, criticising the Trump administration's past messaging for legitimising racial stereotypes.
Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay ordered the suspension of a deputy jail superintendent and initiated action against prison personnel following a major jailbreak on October 26 in Theni district. Seventeen prisoners escaped but were later recaptured. The CM has directed stringent disciplinary actions, including suspensions and transfers, to address dereliction of duty and security lapses, emphasising zero tolerance for complacency.
The Centre has announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle, appointing Prakash Rajpurohit as Deputy Election Commissioner and approving appointments for 27 civil servants at joint secretary and equivalent levels across various ministries and departments.
In a major bureaucratic rejig, the Central government on Thursday promoted six 1995-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officers holding senior ranks in different Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and the Intelligence Bureau (IB).
As CEC Gyanesh Kumar faces protests over electoral roll revisions, a 20-year-old Kerala corruption case resurfaces.
A woman Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, was arrested by the Vigilance Department on Saturday for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to settle a dispute. The ASI, identified as Sonia, was caught red-handed after a complaint was verified, and a case has been registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
The accused in the Raptadu school girls attack case, Hemant, is conscious and stable after initial surgery for severe leg injuries, though doctors are concerned about blood circulation in his right leg. The other injured girl is recovering well. The main victim expressed anger over the accused receiving medical treatment and demanded severe punishment for the chainsaw attack that occurred on Saturday.
Veteran Indian midfielder Nilakanta Sharma has announced his retirement from international hockey after the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy, citing a desire to make way for younger talent. The decision, made after India's Asian Games gold medal win, is part of Hockey India's transition strategy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sharma plans to focus on coaching the next generation of players.
Ashok Thombre, international business advisor at The Quantico, shortlists some of the most popular government competitive exams in India that attract thousands of aspirants every year.
Police have arrested the caretaker of a retired IAS officer, who was found murdered in Bhopal over a month ago. The accused, Varun Kumar, was apprehended in Agra and allegedly attempted to escape while being brought to Bhopal, resulting in him being shot in the leg during a scuffle with police. He is now hospitalised, and police plan to interrogate him to determine the motive and sequence of events.
The move comes days after the Delhi police said false information linked to the recent students' protest was being circulated through fake social media posts.
