The Election Commission will conduct a separate Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Assam due to unique legal provisions. Meanwhile, the second phase of SIR will cover 12 states and UTs, aiming to ensure accurate voter lists before upcoming polls.
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A seven-year-old thalassemia patient in Jharkhand has tested HIV-positive, leading to an investigation into allegations of contaminated blood transfusion from the local blood bank. A five-member team from Ranchi is probing the incident, examining blood donors and the blood bank's procedures. While the family suspects the blood bank, authorities caution against premature conclusions, noting other potential infection routes.
Karun Nair's stellar domestic form continues with a double century for Karnataka against Kerala. Despite recent national team setbacks, Nair remains focused on scoring runs, aiming to win games for his team. He expressed disappointment at being overlooked but is determined to keep performing, with playing for India as his ultimate goal.
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A Dubai-based Indian traveller successfully challenged Customs at Delhi High Court after his luxury Rolex watch was wrongly classified as commercial goods. The court ruled a single high-value watch isn't automatically for trade, allowing its redemption with a fine. This clarifies that while high-value personal items need declaration, mere possession doesn't imply commercial intent.
Warrior Moms, a network of mothers advocating for clean air, has demanded an immediate public health advisory from the Union health ministry within 48 hours. The group seeks clear guidance on AQI and PM2.5 thresholds for children's safety, appropriate masks, and urgent paediatric care signs. They also urge enhanced pollution-related health screening by paediatricians and hospitals.
Former New York Jets center Nick Mangold has died at age 41 due to complications from kidney disease. The respected leader and cornerstone of the Jets' offensive line for over a decade had recently revealed he was undergoing dialysis and seeking a transplant donor. Mangold's toughness, loyalty, and leadership defined an era for the franchise.
India's top order collapsed spectacularly in the second T20I against Australia, losing early wickets within the powerplay. Josh Hazlewood's fiery opening spell, including a blow to Shubman Gill's helmet, unsettled the batters. India found themselves in deep trouble at 92/5 after 13 overs, with their top order crumbling under pressure.
The Election Commission of India will announce a pan-India Special Intensive Revision of voters' lists on October 27. This exercise, expected to cover 10-15 states including those with 2026 Assembly elections, may involve volunteers assisting Booth Level Officers in West Bengal. The revision could lead to an increase of approximately 14,000 polling booths in the state.
India captain Suryakumar Yadav humorously reacted to losing another toss against Australia, suggesting an 'Aarti' to change their luck. Despite the lighthearted moment, India's batters struggled, collapsing to 32/4 early on. Abhishek Sharma's 68 offered resistance, but India was bowled out for 125. The first T20I ended without a result due to rain.