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Delhi AQI: Restrictions on cars, crackers and construction as GRAP-I kicks in
Delhi AQI: Stage I, now in force, is implemented when the AQI falls within the 201 to 300 range, classified as ‘Poor’. As part of the immediate curbs, a ban is in effect on diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years.
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Kerala hijab row: Minister directs catholic school to allow student to wear headscarf
In a Facebook post, the education minister said a probe by the deputy director of education had found “serious lapses” by the school authorities.
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Haryana ASI suicide: Final note says IG Puran Kumar was 'very corrupt', claims 'even women officers were assaulted'
In his note and video, the ASI claimed that during Kumar’s tenure as Rohtak IG, “everything was for sale - pay money and get your posting.”
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20 dead, 16 critical: Jaisalmer bus was modified only 5 days ago; red-hot metal delayed rescue for 4 hours
Rajasthan bus accident: Prime Minister Modi announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the next of kin of those who died and expressed solidarity with the affected families.
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Ayodhya Deepotsav 2025: 'Ek diya Ram ke naam' campaign to attract global audience
The UP Tourism Department is offering a one-day tour package for those who want to visit Ayodhya in person and witness the festivities.
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Mysterious fever outbreak in Uttarakhand: 10 dead in 15 days across Almora and Haridwar
Patients affected by the illness have presented with a high fever and a concerning drop in platelet count, a symptom often associated with viral infections like dengue.
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IPS officer’s suicide: Shatrujeet Kapur sent on leave, who is Haryana's new DGP OP Singh?
Currently, OP Singh holds several key positions. He serves as the Managing Director of the Haryana Police Housing Corporation in Panchkula, Director General of the Haryana State Narcotics Control Bureau (HSNCB), and Director of the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) at Madhuban.
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Haunted house to breakup solutions: Delhi Police unmask 20-year-old Instagram tantrik who sent victims 'ghost photos'
The accused, identified as Rahul from Jhunjhunu district, was apprehended on October 9 following a complaint that revealed a sophisticated scam exploiting emotional vulnerabilities for financial gain.
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‘Baseless allegations against Sangh’: RSS demands probe as Kerala techie’s suicide note alleges sexual abuse
The Congress has criticised the Kerala Police for not naming the RSS in the initial First Information Report (FIR), which was registered as a case of natural death.
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Premanand ji Maharaj's health: Muslim man's prayer in Madina for Hindu saint captivates social media - 'Kya Hindu kya Musalman'
In his narration, Sufiyan, who hails from Prayagraj, explained his reasons while showing a photo of the saint on his mobile phone.He said: "Hindu or Muslim does not matter. Being a good and true person is important."
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Haryana IPS officer’s suicide: DGP Shatrujeet Kapur sent on leave as autopsy remains stalled
The decision followed week-long protests and a standoff over the officer’s autopsy. IPS Kumar’s wife, Amneet P Kumar, who is a 2001-batch IAS officer, has refused to give her consent for the autopsy.
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MP doctor took 10% commission for prescribing Coldrif syrup, police tell court
Dr Praveen Soni, a paediatrician at the Parasia Community Health Centre, is accused of prescribing Coldrif syrup, manufactured by Tamil Nadu-based Sresan Pharmaceutical Manufacturer.
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CAG warned - no one listened: Cough syrup tragedy exposes big drug testing gaps
A report released by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) in December 2024 had already warned of significant gaps in drug inspections and testing in Tamil Nadu.
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Delhi Metro rushes for urgent cyber shield after Europe's Madrid, Barcelona networks go dark
The digitalisation in Metros is dramatically intensifying cybersecurity risks for metro rail systems worldwide. While a cyber attack was ruled out in the April 28 Iberian incident, the DMRC official leveraged the event to highlight the urgent need for fortified defences.
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Haryana redefines Aravalis – Why most hills in Gurugram and Faridabad could disappear from Maps
Conservationists warn that a proposed change in their definition by the Haryana government could open large areas to real estate and mining, with serious ecological consequences.
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‘They called me Ching Chong’: Meghalaya woman harassed twice in Delhi; Kiren Rijiju responds - ‘Dear sister ...’
The woman, identified as Rittu Marak, said she was mocked for her appearance and called “Ching Chong” at two separate locations in Delhi, first in Kamla Nagar and later inside a Metro train.
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39 cottages, gold, fish pond and 17 tonnes of honey: The bizarre empire of retired Madhya Pradesh PWD engineer
PWD Chief Engineer GP Mehra corruption case: By the end of the day, the preliminary inventory read like a treasury report: a total of Rs 36.04 lakh in cash, 2.649 kg of gold, 5.523 kg of silver, numerous fixed deposits, insurance policies, share documents, multiple properties and four luxury cars.
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Mumbai One app launch hits glitch on 1st day: Metro 3 stations missing, passengers queue up at ticket counters
The newly inaugurated Metro 3 stations, which connect Cuffe Parade to Science Centre, did not appear on the app, forcing passengers to buy tickets manually.
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Gutkha defaces Bihar’s brand-new Rajgir Cricket Stadium - ‘That’s the signature mark!’
Despite its impressive design and 40,000-seat capacity, sections of the stadium’s bare brick walls are already marked with gutkha stains.
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Brake fluid in cough syrup: Tamil Nadu vs Madhya Pradesh over Coldrif deaths - But who is to blame?
Both sides have accused each other of negligence and regulatory failure in the production and testing of the toxic medicine.
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Haryana IPS suicide row explodes: FIR against 8 top officers named in note; DGP, SP may be sent on leave
The eight-page note, recovered from Kumar’s home, allegedly names eight senior IPS officers, including Haryana DGP Shatrujeet Singh Kapur and Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarnia, alleging prolonged harassment and humiliation.
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How Tamil Nadu pharma plant linked to 21 child deaths in MP operated unchecked for 14 years
An inspection on October 2, conducted at the request of Madhya Pradesh's drug controller, laid bare the horrifying conditions. Officials documented 364 violations at the Kancheepuram plant.
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Premanand Ji Maharaj health update: Vrindavan ashram quells rumours after viral video sparks concern
According to media reports, the ashram confirmed that Maharaj’s health is "fine" and that he is continuing with his daily routine.
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MP cough syrup row: Deadly batches ‘not properly tested’, CM Mohan Yadav admits lapses as death toll reaches 21
Coldrif cough syrup: India’s top drug regulator has also acknowledged serious shortcomings in pharmaceutical manufacturing practices amid rising outrage over the child deaths.
