Poll strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party claims the Bihar electoral battle will be a direct contest between the NDA and his outfit, pushing the Mahagathbandhan to a distant third. Kishor criticized Tejashwi Yadav's recent announcements as irrelevant attempts to gain attention. Bihar will vote on November 6 and 11.
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North Korea launched sea-to-surface cruise missiles into western waters, a move that could bolster its nuclear-armed military. This occurred just before US President Trump's arrival in South Korea for talks. Pyongyang has shunned negotiations with Washington and Seoul since 2019, with leader Kim Jong Un now prioritizing Russia and opposing denuclearization demands.
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In a startling turn of events in Himachal Pradesh, a woman has publicly accused BJP MLA Hansraj of harassment and intimidation, claiming that a video made its way into circulation following her earlier FIR. She reveals that official pressures pushed her to seek justice through social media platforms.
Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth has criticized the appointment of Shubman Gill as T20I vice-captain, citing disruption to team balance and selection clarity. Srikkanth argued that Gill's guaranteed spot, due to his vice-captaincy, has blocked opportunities for in-form players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and created uncertainty for others.
The Uttar Pradesh government defended its anti-gangster law, telling the Supreme Court that attaching properties before conviction is crucial to prevent accused individuals from alienating ill-gotten assets. The state argued the law is necessary to combat escalating gangsterism, citing similar provisions in other central and state acts.
Cyclonic storm Montha is heading towards Andhra Pradesh, expected to make landfall near Kakinada around midnight Tuesday with wind speeds of 90-100 kmph. Authorities have placed several districts on high alert, established rehabilitation centers, and deployed NDRF and SDRF teams. Heavy rains and strong winds are also anticipated in southern Odisha and northern Tamil Nadu.