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A 28-year-old junior doctor, Avijit Sarkar, was found hanging in his hostel room in Kolkata's Nagerbazar. Police have launched an investigation following his family's allegations of murder or abetment to suicide. The cause of death remains unconfirmed

At least 12 people, including a two-month-old infant, were killed in two separate fire accidents in Madhya Pradesh's Katni and Seoni districts on Diwali night. The tragedies involved two families and have raised concerns over fire safety and emergency response

Karnataka Police are investigating the alleged involvement of a 17-year-old girl in the murder of seven members of her father's in-laws' family in Bengaluru. Home Minister Priyank Kharge said the accused allegedly brainwashed his daughter into assisting him

Aligarh Muslim University declared its Students' Union election results after an eight-year gap, with research scholar Noman Ashraf elected president and Mohammad Hamdan honorary secretary. Law student Nashra Naim made history by becoming the first woman elected to a top-three post

Tripura police have arrested 18 people, including three women, in connection with the November 2 attack on BSF personnel in Sepahijala district. The attackers allegedly targeted security forces while attempting cannabis smuggling across the India-Bangladesh border, injuring three personnel

Bengaluru police arrested a cab driver, Indushekhar, for allegedly murdering seven members of his wife's family, including his wife and a seven-year-old boy, following domestic disputes. Police recovered one body near Nandi Hills, while search operations continue for remaining victims

The Election Commission has announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in seven states and Union Territories to enrol eligible voters, especially first-time electors. Draft rolls will be published on November 30, with final electoral rolls scheduled for January 21, 2027

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's Metro network expansion from 248 km across five cities in 2014 to nearly 1,200 km across 26 cities. He also inaugurated Pune Metro Line 3 and announced Phase-II expansion to improve urban connectivity

The SFI has lodged a complaint with President Droupadi Murmu against Keralam Governor Om Prakash Mathur over his Instagram handle allegedly featuring the BJP's name. The organisation claims this violates the political neutrality and constitutional impartiality expected of Governors 

Maharashtra FDA seized food products worth over Rs 9 crore during a statewide pre-Diwali crackdown on suspected adulteration. The operation included 2,279 litres of Patanjali cow ghee, suspension of 19 food business licences and arrests in a separate banned-products drive

The Bombay High Court directed BMC to re-upload Dia Mirza’s Diwali awareness video urging citizens against bursting firecrackers on public roads. The court criticised political remarks targeting the actor and reiterated the importance of secularism and judicial directions

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took a swipe at opposition-linked activists inspecting government schools, defending his government's education initiatives in tea garden areas. He highlighted 218 model schools, student enrolment, upgraded facilities and free transport to improve educational access

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Raipur to inaugurate a private hospital and Viksit Bharat Sankalp Park before attending the Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav closing ceremony. The event will feature State Awards, cultural performances and a musical programme

Toxic white foam was spotted floating on the Yamuna near Delhi’s Kalindi Kunj on Monday, prompting cleaning operations to clear the froth. The recurring phenomenon is attributed to high levels of pollutants, including detergents and untreated sewage entering the river

The Jammu and Kashmir administration resumed functioning from Jammu as part of the revived 154-year-old Darbar Move tradition. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the Civil Secretariat after its reopening, with heightened security arrangements and renovated government buildings marking the shift

A police station in-charge was killed after a truck suspected of carrying illicit liquor ran over him during an interception operation in Madhya Pradesh’s Dewas district. Police arrested the driver, seized the vehicle and launched an investigation into the smuggling network

The Kerala High Court has ordered a police investigation into alleged irregularities in health cards issued to Sabarimala employees. It directed the Travancore Devaswom Board to accept only certificates issued by government medical officers, stressing public health and hygiene

A 65-year-old agricultural labourer was killed in a leopard attack in Maharashtra's Palghar district. The incident triggered anger among villagers, who threatened to march to the district collectorate unless authorities install camera traps and cages to capture the animal

BJP president Nitin Nabin will lead marches in Bihar and West Bengal under the party's 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' campaign, countering the INDIA bloc's allegations of electoral irregularities and its criticism of the Modi government over alleged vote theft 

Delhi Police deployed over 4,000 personnel and installed more than 200 CCTV cameras for the INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan. The multi-layered security plan includes drone surveillance, anti-riot vehicles, traffic management and emergency access arrangements for nearby hospitals

  A Kerala SIT probing the alleged attack on former Health Minister Veena George has found that no assault took place at Kannur railway station. The report also questions the initial police investigation, with possible disciplinary action against officials and her former gunman 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the people of Karnataka on Kannada Rajyotsava, praising the state's heritage, traditions and achievements in technology, biotechnology, aerospace and artificial intelligence. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended greetings

A tiger cub from Maharashtra's Umred-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary has been spotted in Pench Tiger Reserve, signalling possible natural dispersal and wildlife corridor connectivity. Forest officials said the movement route requires scientific validation, while continued monitoring and habitat protection remain priorities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the people of Madhya Pradesh on Foundation Day, praising its rich heritage, culture and contributions to agriculture, industry, tourism and education. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlighted development, investment and industrial growth, while Yogi Adityanath also extended greetings