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Union Minister Ananth Kumar Passes Away at 59
Union Minister Ananth Kumar has passed away at the age of 59. The BJP politician was reportedly suffering from cancer. More details awaited.
Improvised Explosive Device Blasted as Voting Gets Underway
1-2 kilograms of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was blasted by naxals near Tumakpal camp in Katekalyan block today morning. Voting is underway for 10 out of 18 seats in the first phase of Chhattisgarh Assembly Elections 2018.
(Source: ANI)
Three Killed, 15 Injured as Bus Falls in a Gorge in Odisha
3 were killed and 15 were injured after a bus fell down a gorge near Jharigaon in Nabarangpur district, yesterday.
(Source: ANI)
JeM Militant Killed in Handwara Shootout: Police
A Jaish-e-Muhammad militant from Pakistan was killed in a brief shootout in Jammu and Kashmir’s Handwara area on Sunday, 11 November, the police said.
According to a police official, a routine joint naka was laid by the police, army and Central Reserve Police Force in Chottipora area, near the Handwara-Baramulla bypass, when a car was intercepted “after noticing some suspicious movement.”
(Source: Greater Kashmir)
Threat to My Life, Claims Akbaruddin Owaisi
AIMIM leader Akbaruddin Owaisi has claimed that his life is under threat and alleged that 11 people from different parts of the country had arrived in Hyderabad to "kill" him.
Addressing a public meeting on Friday, 9 November, Akbaruddin said he had received "threat" letters and phone calls from some people, saying that they would kill him.
"Again they are telling they will kill...I got letters and phone calls that Akbar Owaisi... we will kill you.
(Source: PTI)
Army Soldier Killed by Pakistani Sniper Along LoC in J&K
An Army soldier was killed on Sunday, 11 November, by a Pakistani sniper along the Line of Control in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said, the third fatal casualty due to sniping from across the border in three days.
The soldier, manning a forward post in Kalal area of Noushera sector, was shot by a Pakistani sniper, resulting in his death, they said.
Naik Gosavi Keshav Somgir (29), belonged to village Sri Rampur of Nashik district of Maharashtra, a defence spokesman said. Somgir is survived by wife Yashoda Gosavi.
(Source: PTI)
Fresh Spell of Rains, Snow Brews Trouble for Kashmir
Several roads were closed in Kashmir following fresh snowfall on Sunday, 11 November.
The Mughal Road connecting Kashmir with Poonch via Shopian district in southern Kashmir was closed for traffic following fresh snowfall along the thoroughfare.
The snowfall aligned with with predictions by the local meteorological department of rain and snow in Jammu and Kashmir for next three days.
According to the Superintendent of traffic police (rural) Muzaffar Ahmad Shah, Mughal Road was closed after fresh snowfall at Pir-ki-Gali and some other places.
(Source: Greater Kashmir)
Subramanian Swamy Moves Court in National Herald Case
BJP Leader Subramanian Swamy has moved an application in Delhi's Patiala House Court seeking a new date in the National Herald case on Monday, 12 November. The court has set November 17 as the date for recording Swamy's statement.
(Source: ANI)
Manipur Encounter: SC Dismisses Plea of Army Officers Seeking Recusal of Judges
The Supreme Court dismissed the plea of 300 serving Army officers asking the bench which has been hearing alleged extra-judicial killings in Manipur to recuse from hearing the case, reported ANI.
Ayodhya Title Suit: Supreme Court Rejects Plea Seeking Early Hearing
The Supreme Court has rejected a plea seeking early hearing in Ayodhya title suit in connection with Ram Janmabhoomi Babri Masjid case.
(Source: ANI)
SC Refuses to Hear Petition to Make Rape Laws Gender Neutral
The Supreme Court has refused to hear a petition filed by the Criminal Justice Society of India, seeking a direction to review and amend the present rape laws and make the rape laws gender neutral. The court said that it will hear it on a later date.
(Source: ANI)
Pahlaj Nihlani's Plea Challenging CBFC to Be Heard on Tuesday
Bombay HC will hear former Censor board chief Pahlaj Nihalani's plea challenging CBFC cuts to his upcoming movie Rangeela Raja on Tuesday. Earlier a vacation bench had refused urgent hearing during Diwali.
(Source: ANI)
CVC Submits Alok Verma Inquiry Report in a Sealed Cover to SC
Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has submitted the inquiry report in a sealed cover before the Supreme Court. On 26 October, the apex court had asked CVC to complete the inquiry in respect of the allegation made against CBI Director Alok Verma within a period of two weeks.
The court has now been adjourned till Friday.
(Source: ANI, media reports)
BMTC Bus Drivers to Stop Using Mobile Phones on Duty from 15 Nov
Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) drivers won’t be able to carry their mobile phones while on duty. Officials said that bus drivers will have to deposit their phones at lockers in their respective depots.
(Source: Times of India)
"Missing" 3 Year Old's Body Found, Unclothed, in Gurugram
Body of a 3-year-old girl, without any clothes on, was found in Sector 66 on Monday. She had been missing since 11 am on Sunday.
(Source: ANI)
Former Cong Leader Abhinesh Mehrishi Joins BJP
Former Rajasthan Congress leader Abhinesh Mehrishi has joined BJP.
Pak Arrests 12 Indian Fishermen for Straying into their Territorial Waters
Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) arrested 12 Indian fishermen for allegedly straying into the country's territorial waters off the coast of Sindh province, a security official informed. A security official said two boats were also confiscated.
(Source: PTI)
65-Yr-Old Man Dead, His Almirah Ransacked and His Gates Found Open
A 65-year-old man was found dead at his residence in Jahangirpuri on Monday. The gate of his house was open and one almirah was found ransacked. Body sent for postmortem and police probe is underway.
(Source: ANI)
Mukesh Ambani Announce Additional Rs 3k Crore Investment
Speaking at the Make in Odisha Coclave, Mukesh Ambani said:
(Source: ANI)
PM Modi Addresses Rally in Chattisgarh, Says Voting is Essential
Addressing a rally in Chattisgarh’s Bilaspur, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said:
(Source: ANI)
Pune should be called Jijapur: Sambhaji Brigade
The Pune city unit of Sambhaji Brigade on Sunday demanded that Pune now be called Jijapur. The brigade has issued a letter elucidating the demand to the state government and has requested immediate action.
(Source: Pune Mirror)
Firing Underway as Encounter Breaks Out in Bijapur
Encounter broke out between security forces & Naxals in Bijapur's Pamed area at around 12:20 pm on Monday. Firing is underway.
(Source: ANI)
License Privileges of Air India Pilot Arvind Kathpalia Suspended
Air India pilot Captain Arvind Kathpalia has been detected BA (Breath Analyser Test) positive. The privileges of his licence have been suspended for a period of three years.
(Source: ANI)
Twitter's Jack Dorsey & Rahul Gandhi Discuss Ways of Tackling Fake News
Twitter Co Founder and CEO Jack Dorsey "dropped in to chat" with Rahul Gandhi on Sunday morning. According to Gandhi's twitter handle, Dorsey explained some of the steps being taken to keep dominant global conversations healthy and "to tackle the menace of fake news".
SC Slams Bihar Police for Failing to Arrest Ex State Minister
Supreme Court slams Bihar police for its failure to arrest former state minister Manju Verma, in a case related to the recovery of ammunition from her home during a CBI raid in connection with the Muzaffarpur shelter home case.
103-Year-Old Woman Exercises Her Voting Rights
Soni Bai, a 103-year-old woman exercised her voting rights at a polling booth in Gorgunda's Devarpalli. His son carried her to the polling station in his arms.
(Source: ANI)
Fire Breaks out at Royal Plaza Hotel in Delhi
A fire broke out on the first floor of Royal Plaza Hotel at Ashoka Road in Delhi. Five fire tenders have been rushed at the spot. More details are awaited.
(Source: ANI)
Rohingya Refugees Scheduled to Repatriate to Myanmar on 15 Nov
Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh are scheduled to repatriate to Myanmar on 15 November. They had fled the Rakhine state a year ago following a military crackdown.
(Source: ANI)
Govt Submits Affidavit on Rafale in SC
The Government on Monday submitted an affidavit on Rafale in Supreme Court. The government has said "procurement process as laid down in the Defence Procurement Procedure 2013 was followed in procurement of 36 Rafale aircraft."
(Source: ANI)
Blast in Kabul, Casualties Feared
Media reports say that there has been a blast at a city center in Kabul, Afghanistan. Casualties are feared.
(Source: ANI)
Remove "Kirpan" Scene from SRK's Zero: Plea Filed at Bombay HC
A petition has been filed in Bombay High Court by one Amritpal Singh Khalsa seeking removal of scenes of Shahrukh Khan displaying a 'Kirpan' in the film Zero. According to the petition “display of the Kirpan in such a way is blasphemous and the scene should be removed immediately.”
PM Modi Inaugurates Mutli-Modal Terminal on River Ganga
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Varanasi on Monday, 12 November, nd inaugurated the first multi modal terminal constructed on River Ganga. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari were attending the event as well.
(Source: ANI)
No Brexit Deal Yet: Official
The European Union has been told that there is no Brexit deal yet, said an official.
(Source: AFP)
IED Detected on Road To Polling Booth in Bijapur
The security forces defused IED detected on Monday, 12 November, on the road leading to Dwarapara polling booth, under PS Bairamgarh in Bijapur.
Meanwhile, three more personnel of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) are injured and around five Naxals are dead in the encounter that broke out between security forces & Naxals in Bijapur's Pamed area today. All the CoBRA personnel are out danger.
(Source: ANI)
Benjamin Netanyahu Rushes Back to Israel After Israel-Gaza Violence
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rushed back to Israel on Monday, hours after an Israeli army officer and seven Palestinians, including a local Hamas commander, were killed after an incursion by Israeli special forces into the Gaza Strip.
The Islamic militant Hamas, which rules Gaza, said Israeli undercover forces entered the territory in a civilian vehicle late Sunday and exchanged fire with Hamas gunmen.
The clashes prompted Israeli airstrikes and a salvo of rocket fire from Gaza toward Israel. An Israeli lieutenant colonel and several Hamas fighters were among those killed.
(Source: AP)
HD Kumaraswamy Visits Ananth Kumar's Residence
Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy visited the residence of Ananth Kumar, who passed away on 12 November, met family of the late Union Minister.
At Least 3 Killed in Kabul Explosion
At least three people are killed when a suicide attacker blew himself up in Kabul, close to where scores of Afghans had been protesting against Taliban attacks on the minority Hazara ethnic group.
(Source: AFP)
Manoj Prasad, Alleged Middleman, Moves Bail Application
Manoj Prasad, alleged middleman in Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) bribery case has moved a bail application in Delhi High Court on Monday, 12 November. Prasad was arrested last month by CBI and is presently in Tihar jail.
Shri Ramayana Express To Be Flagged Off on 14 Nov
A Shri Ramayana Express will be flagged off on 14 November, 2018 from Delhi. The train will cover all important destinations associated with the life of Lord Ram in 16 days all-inclusive tour package which is spread both in India as well as Sri Lanka, said Indian Railways.
“The passengers opting for Sri Lanka leg of the Ramayana Yatra package can take a flight to Colombo from Chennai,” said Indian Railways.
(Source: ANI)
Kerala Govt Files Preliminary Objection to Plea on Ban on Non-Hindus
The Kerala government has filed a preliminary objection to a plea by Kerala BJP leader TG Mohandas in the Kerala High Court that non-Hindus should not be allowed at Sabarimala temple.
(Source: News18)
150 Killed In Yemen's Hodeida
At least 150 people have been killed in 24 hours of clashes in Yemen's Hodeida, medics and military sources said, as international pressure mounted for a ceasefire in the vital port city.
(Source: AFP)
Queen Elizabeth II Leads Britain's National Service of Rememberance
Queen Elizabeth II leads Britain's national service of remembrance at the Cenotaph in London, 100 years since the end of World War I
'Most Muslim Organisations in Favour of Temple in Ayodhya'
Ghayorul Hasan Rizvi, Chief of National Commission for Minorities on Monday, 12 November, told ANI, “We have a meeting on November 14 and most Muslims organisations that have met me are in favour of building the Temple (in Ayodhya) as Namaz can't be offered even if a Mosque is built. With this there will be peace.”
EC Asks For Two More Names For Mizoram's CEO
The Election Commission on Monday, 12 November, has asked for two more panel names for the post of Mizoram Chief Election Officer from the state government. Three names were sent by the Chief Secretary Mizoram. No decision has been taken on removal of SB Shashank.
(Source: ANI)
Retail inflation falls to 3.31% in October.
September mining output is at 0.2% in September. Electricity production in September was at 8.2% vs 7.6% in August, according to Indian Industrial Production (IIP) data.
Saudi Energy Minister Calls For Global Output Cut
Saudi Arabia's energy minister calls for a global output cut of one million barrels per day to re-balance the market, as Riyadh unveiled plans to cut production by 500,000 bpd from December.
Turkey Slams France Over Khashoggi Probe
Turkey has slamemd 'unacceptable' French statements over journalist Jamal Khashoggi investigation.
On 12 November, French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said the recordings of Khashoggi's killing has not been received by France. He also said that if Turkish President has a "political game in this situation". Turkey has slammed French minister over his comment and termed it "unacceptable".
Communication director at the Turkish presidency told news agency AFP, "We find it unacceptable that he accused President Erdoğan of 'playing political games'."
(Source: AFP)
Delhi HC to Hear Plea Against Order to Vacate Herald House
Delhi High court to hear plea on Tuesday, 13 November, against Centre's order to vacate Herald House in Delhi. The plea is filed by Associated Journals Limited.
(Source: ANI)
NIA Arrests Sudhanshu Rajan in Terror Funding Case
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday, 12 November, arrested Sudhanshu Rajan alias Chotu Singh in connection with the terror funding case of Naxal affiliated organisation Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC). Singh will be produced before NIA special judge in Ranchi on Tuesday, 13 November.
(Source: ANI)
Canada PM Says 'Fully Briefed' on Turkish Recordings of Khashoggi Killing
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday, 12 November, became the first Western leader to acknowledge his country had heard and received recordings of the killing of Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi.
"Canada has been fully briefed up on what Turkey had to share," Trudeau said from Paris, where he was attending the Peace Forum following the WWI Armistice centenary.
His comments come just days after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he had given recordings "to Saudi Arabia, to America, to the Germans, the French, to the British, to all of them."
(Source: AP)
Rajasthan Minister Resigns From BJP
Rajasthan Minister and BJP MLA Surendra Goyal resigned from primary membership of BJP.
(ANI)
Two Maoists Killed in Sukma
Two Maoists killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma. Two rifles also recovered.
(Source: ANI)
BSP Releases List of Candidates For Rajasthan Assembly Elections
Bahujan Samaj Party releases the third list of 61 candidates for Rajasthan Assembly Election.
(Source: ANI)
Govt Approves Process For Forming New Boards of Director For IIMs
The government has on Monday, 12 November, approved the process of constitution of new Boards of Governors for the IIMs as per the IIM Act 2017.
British Foreign Minister Holds Talks With Saudi King over Khashoggi Killing
British foreign minister Jeremy Hunt has held talks with Saudi Arabia's King Salman during a visit to press the kingdom over journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder and the escalating Yemen war, state media said.
(Source: AFP)
Several rockets fired from Gaza Strip toward Israel
Several rockets fired from Gaza Strip toward Israel, reports news agency AFP.
Israel says carrying out air strikes “throughout the Gaza Strip”.
Twitter Asked For Prompt Disposal of Requisition of Law Enforcement: MHA
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday, 12 November, said, Vijaya Gadde, Global Head of Legal, Policy, Trust and Safety Lead, Twitter and Mahima Kaul, Indian Representative of Twitter met Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba. They were asked to ensure a 24x7 mechanism for prompt disposal of requisitions of law enforcement agencies.
“They (twitter) were also advised to appoint India based contact persons who would be available round the clock, and put in place escalation mechanism to deal with requisitions of Law Enforcement Agencies and general public for prompt removal of unlawful/objectionable content,” said MHA.
(Source: ANI)
Iran Staying With Nuclear Deal Limitations: UN Watchdog
Iran staying within nuclear deal limitations, providing access to all sites, said UN atomic watchdog.
(AFP)
CISF Seizes 29 Antique Idols From Passenger At Bengaluru Aiport
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at Bengaluru Airport on Monday, 12 November, seized 29 antique idols from a passenger who was supposed to travel to Dubai on an Air India flight. The passenger along with the idols was handed over to senior CISF and Custom officials. Investigation is underway.
(Source: ANI)
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Ananth Kumar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached at the residence of Ananth Kumar in Bengaluru to pay tribute to the late Union Minister.
(Source: ANI)
Army Jawan Dies In Ceasefire Violation in Krishna Ghati
Lance Naik Antony Sebastian KM, an Army lost his life in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati Sector, earlier Monday, 12 November.
Hamas claims responsibility for rocket barrage on Israel
Palestinian militants on Monday, 12 November, fired dozens of rockets and mortar shells into southern Israel, critically wounding an Israeli teen in what appeared to be an act of revenge after a deadly undercover Israeli military raid the day before.
The Israeli military responded by dispatching fighter jets to strike "terror targets" throughout the Gaza Strip, in what was shaping up to be one of the most serious rounds of fighting since the devastating 2014 Gaza war.
The botched Israeli raid in Gaza the day before left seven Palestinian militants and an Israeli officer dead. The violence has thrown into doubt a series of informal understandings reached in recent days aimed at lowering tensions between Israel and Hamas.
(Source: AP)
Two Palestinian Civilians Killed By Israeli Strikes: Gaza Ministry
Two Palestinian civilians killed by Israeli strikes, said Gaza ministry, as reported by AFP.
The Israeli military responded by dispatching fighter jets to strike "terror targets" throughout the Gaza Strip, in what was shaping up to be one of the most serious rounds of fighting since the devastating 2014 Gaza war.
IndoGo Flight Returns To Cochin As Part of Precautionary Measure
IndiGo Cochin-Hyderabad flight returned to Cochin as part of a precautionary measure. After take-off, the pilot observed a hydraulic warning which warranted the return of the aircraft. To avoid inconvenience to passengers, we will operate an alternate flight to Hyderabad, said IndiGo.
(Source: ANI)
Dabholkar Murder Case: CBI Seeks Permission to Add UAPA Charges Against Accused
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an application in Pune Session Court on Monday, 12 November, seeking permission to add Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) charges against the accused of Narendra Dabholkar murder case.
(Source: ANI)
BSF, Pakistan Rangers Hold Meet on International Border
A sector commander level meeting was held between Border Security Force (BSF) and Pakistan Rangers on International Border in Suchetgarh area, earlier on Monday, 12 November.
(Source: ANI)
Marvel Comics Legend Stan Lee Passes Away at 95
Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee has passed away at the age of 95, according to several media reports. Lee was the writer, editor and publisher of the world-renowned Marvel Comics.
Israel, Hamas Trade Heavy Fire After Deadly Incursion
Palestinian militants bombarded Israel with dozens of rockets and mortar shells on Monday, 12 November, while Israeli warplanes struck targets throughout the Gaza Strip in what appeared to be the most intense exchange of fire since a 2014 war.
Palestinian officials said at least three people, including two militants, were killed by Israeli fire and nine were wounded, and an Israeli airstrike destroyed the ruling Hamas group's Al-Aqsa TV station in Gaza. In Israel, the national rescue service said at least seven people were wounded, including a 19-year-old soldier who was in critical condition.
(Source: AP)
Amnesty International Withdraws Award From Myanmar's Suu Kyi
Amnesty International has withdrawn its highest honor from Myanmar's leader Aung San Suu Kyi in light of what it said was the Nobel Peace Prize laureate's "shameful betrayal of the values she once stood for."
The human rights organisation announced on Monday, 12 November, that its secretary general, Kumi Naidoo, informed Suu Kyi that it was revoking her 2009 Ambassador of Conscience Award.
(Source: AP)
Petrol and Diesel Prices Continue to Decline
Petrol and diesel prices in Delhi on Tuesday, 13 November are Rs 77.43 per litre, which is a decrease of Rs 0.13 and Rs 72.19 per litre, which is a decrease of Rs 0.12, respectively. Petrol and diesel prices in Mumbai are Rs 82.94 per litre, a decrease of Rs 0.13 and Rs 75.64, a Rs 0.12 decline.
(ANI)
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