The Daily Guardian - November 11, 2024

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November 11, 2024

Retired Pak military official calls Bhagat Singh a criminal, a terrorist

Plan to rename Lahore's Shadman Chowk after Bhagat Singh scrapped

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ARMY OFFICER MARTYRED IN FIERCE GUNFIGHT WITH TERRORISTS IN J&K

Naib Subedar Rakesh Kumar identified as the fallen hero

1 min

India won't play in Pak, BCCI tells ICC

The Pakistan Cricket Board won't have any other option but to organise the ICC Champions Trophy in 'Hybrid Model' as the BCCI has intimated the global body about India's inability to travel to the neighbouring nation.

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BJP focuses on economy, health, women's welfare

The BJP on Sunday released its manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls in Maharashtra, which promises a total of 25 assurances to the people of the State if elected to power for another term in the State.

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MVA promises plenty of freebies

The opposition MVA on Sunday released its manifesto for the Maharashtra assembly polls, promising free cervical cancer vaccines for girls aged 9 to 16 and two optional leave days for women employees during menstruation.

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PM Modi tears into Congress-JMM at massive Jharkhand rallies

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing its \"shahi parivar\" (royal family) of attempting to break the ST-SC-OBC unity to \"snatch away reservations under an evil design\" while urging the crowd at a rally in Jharkhand to stay united, saying, 'Ek rahenge toh safe rahenge' (stay united to stay safe).

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PM to attend separate events at Darbhanga and Jamui in Bihar on November 13 & 15

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bihar on November 13 and 15 to attend separate events in Darbhanga and Jamui respectively.

1 min

Congress leader Ashok Gehlot slams UP CM's 'batenge toh katenge' remarks

Earlier, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge targeted the BJP over the slogan 'batenge to katenge', saying it was divisive

1 min

JUSTICE SANJIV KHANNA TO BE SWORN IN AS 51ST CHIEF JUSTICE OF INDIA TODAY

The outgoing CJI Dhananjay Yashwant Chandrachud will retire on Sunday, making way for Justice Khanna, who is set to serve a six-month tenure as the Chief Justice.

1 min

Bahraich violence: 'Main conspirator', 5 others arrested

Police on Sunday arrested six persons, including \"main conspirator\" Shakeel Ahmed, in connection with the Bahraich communal violence case in which a 22-year-old youth named Ram Gopal Mishra was killed, a senior official said.

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Corruption is quite high in Jharkhand': Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party's Jharkhand election-incharge Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday hit out at the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led state government under whom, he alleged corruption was quite high.

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Maha polls: Ujjwal Nikam praises BJP's promise to bring anti-conversion law

BJP leader and advocate Ujjwal Nikam praised the party's promise to bring an anti-conversion law if elected to power in Maharashtra.

1 min

'Income tax raids common since 2014,' says Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Saturday questioned the timing of the Income Tax (I-T) department's raids on his associate, suggesting such actions had become increasingly common since 2014.

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JMM does politics in name of 'tribals', but tribal population decreasing in Jharkhand: Marandi

Jharkhand Bharatiya Janata Party President Babulal Marandi hit out at the Hemant Soren-led Jharkhand Mukti Morcha government in Jharkhand, and said while the party does politics in the name of tribals, the population of tribals is decreasing in the state.

1 min

Assam Rifles organises health camps in Manipur's Tengnoupal, Chandel districts

Assam Rifles organised medical camps in the Tengnoupal and Chandel districts of Manipur on Saturday.

1 min

Odisha to implement National Education Policy 2020 in state govt universities, colleges

Chief Minister Majhi will inaugurate the 'Millet Mission' on November 10.

1 min

Kashmiri students in Karnataka allege college forced them to trim beards

\"We have a nursing college in Holenarasipura where 14 students from Jammu and Kashmir are studying. Few of them were not punctual and there were complaints about their dress code.\"

1 min

Chhattisgarh: Two children killed in elephant attack

Two children lost their lives in an elephant attack in the Premnagar area of Surajpur district on Sunday, said an official.

1 min

5-day Chilika Shelduck International Folk Festival begins in Odisha's Khordha

The five-day Chilika Shelduck International Folk Festival 2024 commenced in Odisha's Khordha district on Saturday.

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'COVID SCAM': KARNATAKA CM SLAMS BJP, SAYS ACTION AFTER D'CUNHA COMMISSION REPORT

'Corruption of over Rs 2,000 crore took place in purchase of medical equipment during previous Yediyurappa govt,' says Siddaramaiah

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Bomb hoax at Kolkata airport after passenger suspects explosives in woman's bag

According to sources at the airport, the passenger told CISF and IndiGo staff that he suspected that a bomb might be planted on Kolkata-Chennai IndiGo flight 6E 892.

1 min

Waqf row: Commissioners asked to withdraw notices served to farmers in Karnataka

Kataria, reminded officials of a recent meeting convened by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

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'SP has become production house of criminals and mafia': Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday lashed out at the Samajwadi Party (SP), saying that the party has become the \"production house of criminals and mafia\" spreading anarchy and violence against weaker sections of the society.

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PM Modi's enthralling 8-km mega roadshow in Ranchi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday took part in a mega 3-km roadshow in Ranchi, the capital of poll-bound Jharkhand, with thousands of people lining both sides of the road to catch a glimpse of their charismatic leader.

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Breakthrough in Baba Siddique murder case, main suspect arrested

Shooter Shivkumar was arrested by a team of Mumbai Police and Uttar Pradesh STF

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Over 340 farm fires reported in Punjab on Sunday

Punjab recorded 345 farm fires on Sunday, with Sangrur witnessing 116 such incidents, taking the total case count in the state past 6,600.

1 min

India won't play in Pak, BCCI tells ICC

ule 100 days prior to the commencement of the event,\" a BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

1 min

Union Minister Manohar Lal flags off 'EV rally' in a bid to curb pollution

Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar flagged off an 'EV Rally' as part of the CESL's (Convergence Energy Services Limited) 'EV as a Service' event on Sunday in a bid to curb the rising pollution in the national capital.

1 min

BJP to begin election campaigns for assembly polls

As Delhi gears up for the upcoming Assembly elections, political parties have started to ramp up their campaign preparations.

1 min

Over 17,600 trees felled for UP's 'kanwar' route construction: Panel to NGT

\"It will also be clearly stated if trees have been cut beyond the width of 15 to 20 metres and, if yes, the person responsible for it,\" it added.

2 mins

Cong leader Mateen Ahmed joins AAP

Congress leader and five-time MLA from Seelampur, Mateen Ahmed, joined the AAP on Sunday, days after his son and daughter-in-law moved to the Kejriwal-led party.

1 min

AAP leader Harsharan Singh Balli joins BJP after four years

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Minister Sardar Harsharan Singh Balli on Sunday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

1 min

Smog lingers, air quality 'very poor' for 10th day after Diwali

Delhi continued to battle with air pollution for the 10th consecutive day post-Diwali as a dense layer of smog blanketed parts of the national capital on Sunday morning.

1 min

CANADA EMBASSY SECURITY BEEFED UP AFTER HINDU-SIKH GROUP PROTEST

Security was beefed up outside the Canada High Commission in Chanakyapuri area after a Hindu-Sikh group held a protest there against an attack on a Hindu Temple in Canada.

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Nyay Yatra draws hopeful crowds, Yadav calls for Cong to lead

After offering prayers at the Inderlok Gurudwara, Yadav explained that the month-long Yatra, set to conclude on December 4, 2024, will pass through all 70 Assembly constituencies across Delhi.

1 min

'Delhi has become toxic gas chamber under AAP govt': BJP

BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla hit out at Aam Aadmi Party-led Delhi government over rising pollution and stated that the national capital has become \"a toxic gas chamber.\"

1 min

24% deaths recorded in Delhi occurred due to infectious, parasitic diseases: Report

A Delhi government report has attributed nearly 24 percent of the total about 89,000 deaths registered in the national capital in 2023 to infectious and parasitic diseases like cholera, diarrhea, tuberculosis and hepatitis B, among others.

1 min

Nationwide protest calls for animal liberation & 'personhood'

Hundreds of animal rights activists from across India gathered at Jantar Mantar to protest the abuse and exploitation of animals, calling on the government to recognize animals as individuals and grant them \"personhood\" status.

1 min

Man shot dead in Mundka, police probe gang links

A 26-year-old man, identified as Amit, was shot dead in the Mundka area of outer Delhi on Sunday.

1 min

AAP targets BJP over rising crime incidents

Sisodia assailed the BJP citing extortion calls made to a trader and frequent, open shooting incidents by gangs to extort money in different parts of the city.

1 min

BJP leader beaten up while checking illegal borewell work

A BJP leader was allegedly manhandled and thrashed on Sunday by workers of some other party when he was trying to stop illegal borewell work in the Kapashera area of southwest Delhi, the saffron party claimed.

1 min

FM launches National MSME Cluster Outreach Programme

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman has launched the National MSME Cluster Outreach Programme, organised jointly by the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

2 mins

FMCG brands drive premiumisation amid inflation

Despite persistent inflation and sluggish demand, several leading FMCG and retail brands are doubling down on their premiumization strategies, reshaping their approach to appeal to discerning customers.

1 min

EPFO clears audit Backlog, pushes reforms ahead of 72nd Foundation Day

Labour Secretary and Chairperson of Executive Committee, Central Board, Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), Sumita Dawra, presided over the 109th Meeting of the Executive Committee this week in the national capital.

1 min

RETAIL INFLATION IS LIKELY TO BREACH 6% IN OCT: REPORT

Union Bank of India's report noted RBI's mention of October's inflation \"hump\" but warned November's inflation remains similarly high.

1 min

Trump presidency set to benefit India due to US-China rivalry: Moody's Ratings

Trump's trade policy approach would likely bring immediate impacts to the manufacturing sector, the Moody's Ratings said, adding that although a divided Congress might slow down or adjust the scope of such measures.

1 min

ITI Ltd gets orders worth Rs 4,559 cr

With this, ITI Limited has emerged as the lowest bidder for three packages taking the total order value to Rs 4,559 crores, the company informed stock exchanges in a filing on Sunday.

1 min

Biz as usual in Canada despite tensions between New Delhi, Ottawa: SBI

State Bank of India (SBI) has not seen any impact in Canada despite the ongoing tensions between New Delhi and Ottawa, a top bank official has said.

1 min

Odisha startup launches autonomous drone service

An Odisha-based startup Bon V Aero has launched a fully autonomous logistics drone service called Air Orca.

1 min

KAMALA HARRIS'S CAMPAIGN STRUGGLES AND THE HIDDEN POWER OF INSTITUTIONS

The recent loss of Kamala Harris in her campaign has ignited discussions that extend beyond policy debates, focusing instead on the structural and external factors that may have influenced public opinion.

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KAMAL NATH POISED FOR KEY ROLE IN CONGRESS

Amidst intense speculation about senior leader Kamal Nath getting an important role in the Congress, a section of the media, perhaps at the behest of his detractors within his own party, put out news that the former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister was all set to join the BJP.

3 mins

Hyderabad: A beautiful, healthy and efficient city

When the improvement schemes now suggested are carried out and the city equips herself with clean houses, flush-down lavatories, dustless roads, paved footpaths, wider bridges and a plentiful supply of open spaces, parks and gardens and public monuments, she will be able to hold her head high among her sister cities in India.

4 mins

Supreme Court issues notice to Delhi Tree Authority and officers: 'What procedure followed in tree felling?'

The Supreme Court in the case MC Mehta versus The Union Of India And Ors observed and has issued notice to the Tree Authority and the Tree Officers who are being appointed under the Delhi Preservation of Trees Act, 1994, in a petition filed seeking to prevent the Delhi government in order to permit tree felling under the Act without prior permission from the court.

2 mins

Punjab and Haryana High Court seeks data on challans issued to females riding two-wheelers without helmet including Sikh women not wearing turban

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Court on its own motion v. Chandigarh Administration & Ors. observed wherein the court has sought data from Governments of Punjab, Haryana and U.T., Chandigarh about the number of challans issued to females driving or pillion-riding two-wheeler vehicles without head-gear.

1 min

Delhi High Court: Cannot approve MCD not paying wages, retiral benefits to its employees; if they default must suffer interest

The Delhi High Court in the case Municipal Corporation of Delhi Versus Bijender Singh observed and has stated that it can never be an approver to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, MCD for not paying wages or retiral benefits to its employees.

1 min

Punjab and Haryana High Court closes contempt case against 274 followers of self-styled Godman Rampal for criticising judge

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case observed and has accepted an unconditional apology from over 274 followers of self-styled godman Sant Rampal in a suo motu proceeding initiated in 2019.

1 min

SC: LIS PENDENS DOCTRINE KICKS IN WHEN PETITION IS FILED AND NOT WHEN COURT ISSUED NOTICE; IT APPLIES EVEN IF PETITION WAS IN DEFECT

The bench comprising of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra was hearing the present matter.

3 mins

Delhi High Court to Centre: Take policy decision on guidelines for foreigners with criminal cases and expired Indian visas

The Delhi High Court in the case Court On Its Own Motion v State observed and has asked the Union Government to take a policy decision as to whether certain guidelines ought to be framed at national level in respect of foreigners against whom criminal cases are lodged and whose Indian visas have expired.

1 min

Bangladesh's interim govt to seek Interpol support to repatriate Hasina

Hasina and her party leaders face accusations of ordering brutal suppression of the Anti-Discrimination Students Movement, resulting in numerous casualties during the July-August protests.

1 min

Sri Lanka's BRICS membership application not rejected: Foreign Ministry

\"Pending requests for membership from many countries, including Sri Lanka, will be considered by BRICS member countries in due course,\" the statement added.

1 min

Awami League leader files complaint against B'Desh Chief Adviser in International Criminal Court

A complaint was filed against the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh interim government, Muhammad Yunus, and 61 others, under Article 15 of the Rome Statute at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in Netherlands.

1 min

Iran's Foreign Minister calls US claims of plot against Trump 'fabricated'

Araghchi said on Saturday that Iran is not pursuing nuclear weapons and criticized the US narrative. \"Now, with another election, a new scenario is fabricated with the same goal: as a killer does not exist in reality.

2 mins

Amid economic struggles in China, police seizes assets, targets business owners

Posts circulating on social media reveal that police across China have been targeting private business owners, freezing assets, and demanding money in return for releasing funds as per a report in the Voice of America.

1 min

Guru Nanak Jayanti: Pak issues 3,000 visas to Indian Sikhs

Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has issued more than 3,000 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India to attend the birthday celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev from November 14-23.

1 min

QATAR SUSPENDS MEDIATION IN ISRAEL-HAMAS TALKS, CITING 'LACK OF GOOD FAITH': REPORT

Qatar has suspended its role as a mediator in the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas after concluding that both sides are \"no longer negotiating in good faith,\" CNN reported.

1 min

Smog tightens its grip in Pak's Punjab creating lockdown situation

A thick blanket of smog continued to suffocate several cities in Pakistan's Punjab province on Saturday, spreading its toxic reach and severely disrupting transportation.

1 min

Trump not inviting Haley, Pompeo to join his new govt

Days after winning the 2024 US presidential elections, President-elect Donald Trump said that former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not be invited to be part of his administration again.

1 min

Biden to meet Trump in White House on Nov 13

Outgoing United States President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump will meet on Wednesday (November 13), the White House said on Saturday.

1 min

Russia ratifies comprehensive strategic partnership treaty with North Korea

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed legislation to ratify a bilateral treaty with North Korea, which includes a promise of mutual military assistance if either country is attacked, state media reported.

1 min

British Hindus object to non-veg, alcohol served at Downing Street Diwali reception

Some British Hindus have taken to social media to voice their objections over a lack of proper consultation ahead of a Diwali reception hosted by Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street in London, where reportedly non-vegetarian snacks and alcohol were included on the menu.

1 min

TRUMP TAKES A DIG AT DEMOCRATS, CALLS FOR UNITY

This victory makes Trump the first US president since 1892 to return to office after losing a prior election.

1 min

Donald Trump forms committee ahead of January 2025 inauguration

US President-elect Donald Trump announced on Saturday (local time) the formation of an inaugural committee, which would plan and celebrate his inauguration on January 20, 2025.

1 min

Canada ends popular student programme, to impact 14 nations

The Canadian government has ended the Student Direct Stream (SDS) programme for international students which helped to streamline the process for study application, a move that is likely to impact lakhs of prospective students who were planning to come to the country.

1 min

IS RIHANNA RETIRING FROM MUSIC?

Singer Rihanna has once again sparked rumours about her future in the music industry, leaving fans wondering whether she might be retiring from recording music sooner than expected.

1 min

'FREEDOM AT MIDNIGHT' TRAILER EXPLORES CHAOS OF PARTITION AND INDEPENDENCE

The highly anticipated trailer for the streaming series 'Freedom at Midnight' was released on Saturday, offering a powerful glimpse into the final moments of British colonial rule in India.

1 min

Mukesh Khanna unveils 'Shaktimaan' teaser, fans thrilled

Before Iron Man, Spider-Man, or Batman became household names in India, one superhero ruled the hearts of millions - Shaktimaan.

1 min

Neetu, Riddhima Groove To 'Animal' Song, 'Jamal Kudu' Hookstep

In a delightful display of family bonding and fun, Neetu Kapoor and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni recently took to Instagram to share a viral video that has left fans in awe.

1 min

'EUPHORIA' SEASON 3 TO BEGIN PRODUCTION IN 2025

Amid circulating rumors about the fate of 'Euphoria' season 3, HBO has responded with a direct statement assuring fans that the show is still very much on track.

1 min

VETERAN TAMIL ACTOR DELHI GANESH PASSES AWAY AT 80

Veteran Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh, known for his remarkable versatility in supporting roles, has passed away at the age of 80.

1 min

AJAY, AAMIR TEASE FANS WITH SEQUEL TO THEIR 1997 HIT 'ISHQ'

Two of Bollywood's most celebrated actors, Ajay Devgn and Aamir Khan, delighted their fans on Saturday evening when they reunited at the muhurat launch of the upcoming film Tera Yaar Hoon Main, which marks the acting debut of filmmaker Indra Kumar's son Aman.

1 min

Empowering Consumers: How Your Choices Drive Corporate Sustainability

Sustainability has become one of the most urgent challenges of our time.

2 mins

ELEVATE YOUR KITCHEN: ELEGANT WOODEN ESSENTIALS TO REFRESH YOUR SPACE THIS SEASON

As seasons change, so do the homeowners' cravings for renovation of their spaces within the house.

2 mins

HISTORY OF VERDANT GODAVARI

Never the Twain Shall Meet is the title of two prominent Hollywood blockbusters, including a 1925s silent movie.

2 mins

Seamless Travel with Encalm's Atithya Services

Air travel is an exciting part of any journey, filled with anticipation and the thrill of new experiences. Encalm's Atithya services enhance this excitement by offering a luxurious, seamless airport experience.

1 min

RIZWAN LEADS PAK TO HISTORIC ODI SERIES WIN IN AUSTRALIA

Pakistan's all-round performance with both bat and ball helped the team to register a series win at the Perth Stadium on Sunday after a long gap of 22 years.

2 mins

Australian batting sinks to first-time low during ODI series loss to Pakistan at home

Lance Morris picked two wickets for Australia, ending with 2/24 in six overs.

2 mins

Palak-Amit pair strikes air pistol mixed team gold in World University C'ship

The event is being hosted by Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies.

1 min

Cycling great Cavendish wins final race in Singapore

Mark Cavendish sprinted to victory on Sunday in the Tour de France Singapore Criterium with a signature surge to the line in his final race.

2 mins

BCA president lauds Bihar's thrilling 43-run win over Assam

Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwari has praised Bihar's fighting comeback in the match against Assam in the ongoing Cooch Behar Trophy.

1 min

McSweeney named to open for Australia against India in 1st Test

Nathan McSweeney is set to open the batting on debut for Australia against India in the first test of the Border-Gavaskar series in Perth this month after being named in a 13-man squad on Sunday.

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Squash: Anahat's stellar season continues with seventh PSA title win in Australia

Indian squash star Anahat Singh secured her seventh Professional Squash Association (PSA) Challengers title of the year as she won the women's singles title at the NSW Open 2024 held in Sydney, Australia on Sunday.

1 min

Hockey: Jharkhand, Maharashtra among winners on day 7 in Senior Men's National Championship

Hockey Association of Odisha, Le Puducherry Hockey, Hockey Jharkhand and Hockey Maharashtra registered dominant wins in their respective pool matches on the seventh day of the 14th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship here on Sunday.

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