Bangladesh news updates: Chinmoy Das' lawyer killed as protesters clash with police

'Claims unfounded': Bangladesh rebuts India's comments on Chinmoy Das' arrest

In a strong rebuttal, Bangladesh on November 26 said the comments made by India’s ministry of external affairs on the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das are ‘unfounded’ and ‘misrepresents’ facts.  The statement also said India’s claims “stand contrary to the spirit of friendship and understanding” between the two nations. Read more

One killed in Bangladesh as Hindu protesters clash with police

At least one person was killed in Bangladesh in clashes between security forces and Hindus protesting against the arrest of a religious leader, police said, even as neighbouring India urged that the safety of Hindus and minorities be ensured.

Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu leader associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), was arrested from Dhaka airport on Monday on several charges, including sedition.

His arrest sparked protests by his supporters in both the capital Dhaka and Chittagong city.

"A Muslim lawyer defending Das was killed amid protests outside the court (in Chittagong)," said police officer Liaquat Ali.

A probe has been ordered into the alleged killing, the caretaker government said in a statement, adding that Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus had directed law enforcement agencies to step up security in the port city.

"The interim government is committed to ensuring and upholding communal harmony in Bangladesh at any cost," the government said.

Alphabet gets CCI's clearance to acquire stake in Flipkart

The Competition Commission on Tuesday granted approval to Alphabet’s arm Shoreline International Holdings LLC to acquire a stake in Walmart group firm Flipkart.

Shoreline International Holding is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Google’s parent firm Alphabet Inc. It is a holding company and does not own or operate any Google products or services.

"The proposed transaction comprises an investment through subscription of shares of Flipkart Pvt Ltd (Target) by Shoreline International Holdings LLC (Acquirer) and an arrangement between an affiliate of the acquirer and the target’s subsidiary for the provision of certain services," the regulator said in a release.

A total of 27 people - 25 men and two women - have been arrested in last 24 hours, says Sambhal SP

"A total of 27 people - 25 men and two women - have been arrested in the last 24 hours and they have been sent to jail. There are different CCTV footages, they are being scanned... We have prepared a list of more than 100 people who actively participated in this violence. They have been identified and will arrested in due course of time. Anyone who is innocent will not be sent to jail, but action will certainly be taken against anyone seen in the CCTV footage with stone in hand and if he has pelted stone on the police," says Sambhal SP Krishan Kumar Bishnoi.

Have strong connection with India, says World Athletics president Sebastian Coe

On his meeting with PM Modi, World Athletics President Sebastian Coe says, "I have a very strong connection with India because, of course, my grandfather was Indian. He was born in Punjab but lived most of his life in Delhi. My family had a hotel in Delhi... He was extremely well briefed and really understood the role that sport plays in society, and not just on the field of play, but in social cohesion, in the health and fitness and vibrancy, mental and physical, of young people. We talked about the role that athletics can play in his vision, particularly Khelo India and the national Games that he has worked so hard to get back into the sporting calendar."

India has gone from production sharing to revenue sharing contracts, says Hardeep Singh Puri

For oil and gas contracts, India has gone from production sharing to revenue sharing contracts. Oil and gas is an expensive business. Many foreign players are willing to come on board to invest in India but we need to ensure that they are adequately compensated, Hardeep Singh Puri said.

Nepal Foreign Minister Deuba to go to China on Thursday ahead of PM Oli’s visit

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba is embarking on a three-day visit to China from Thursday, to prepare the ground for the upcoming official visit of Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli to the northern neighbour.

Prime Minister Oli is scheduled to pay his maiden visit to China at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart starting December 2.

Hezbollah to remain active after ceasefire, lawmaker says

Hezbollah will remain active after its war with Israel ends, including by helping displaced Lebanese return to their villages and rebuilding areas destroyed by Israeli strikes, senior Hezbollah official and member of parliament Hassan Fadlallah said on Tuesday.

Fadlallah told Reuters that Lebanon was facing "dangerous, sensitive hours" before the anticipated announcement of a ceasefire, given the Israeli air force's intensified strikes on Tuesday afternoon on Beirut and its southern suburbs.

Delhi Police intensifies border checks of vehicles not compliant with GRAP-IV measures

Delhi Police has ramped up security checks, particularly at the borders, to curb the influx of vehicles not compliant with existing anti-pollution measures in the national capital, officials said on Tuesday.

The Supreme Court on Monday censured the AAP government and the Delhi Police for a "serious lapse" on their part in the strict implementation of GRAP-IV measures and directed the Commission for Air Quality Management to take action against the erring officials.

New rule allows HIV-positive organ transplants

People with HIV who need a kidney or liver transplant will be able to receive an organ from a donor with HIV under a new rule announced Tuesday by U.S. health officials.

Previously, such transplants could be done only as part of research studies. The new rule, which takes effect Wednesday, is expected to shorten the wait for organs for all, regardless of HIV status, by increasing the pool of available organs.

“This rule removes unnecessary barriers to kidney and liver transplants, expanding the organ donor pool and improving outcomes for transplant recipients with HIV," said U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra in a statement.

Constitution 'guiding light', spirit of 'nation first' will keep it alive for centuries: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Constitution on Tuesday as a "guiding light" at a time of transformation for India, asserting that his government has strengthened constitutional values by taking a host of welfare measures to bring social and financial equality.

Addressing an event at the Supreme Court to mark Constitution Day, Modi described the Constitution as a "living stream" that has lived up to the needs and expectations of the country, including the challenge of Emergency, and said it will continue to guide the nation through the changing times.

He also paid homage to the victims of the Mumbai terror attack, which occurred on this day in 2008, and said it is the country's resolve that all terror groups challenging its security will be given a befitting reply.

NCLAT dismisses plea seeking insolvency against Amazon Wholesale

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has set aside a petition seeking to initiate insolvency proceedings against Amazon Wholesale (India).

A three-member NCLAT bench upheld the order passed by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), which had in March this year dismissed the insolvency plea filed by Multiplier Brand Solutions.

G7 statement will not mention ICC warrant for Netanyahu

A joint statement of Group of Seven foreign ministers is set to avoid mentioning the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite an effort by the Italian hosts to find a common position on it.

Italy, which currently chairs the G7, said on Monday it wanted to try to forge a common position about the ICC arrest warrant at a two-day meeting it hosted in the spa town of Fiuggi and which ended on Tuesday.

A draft of the final statement due to emerge from the discussions, reviewed by Reuters, did not directly name the ICC and its decisions.

Deputy CM Shivakumar hints about Cabinet reshuffle on cards in Karnataka

Amid speculation that a Cabinet reshuffle was on cards, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Tuesday indicated about the possibility of such an exercise in the days ahead, as he noted that few ministers have been given a "message" about their term.

Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress president, hinted about it, as he referred to the term of office of panchayat chairman being fixed to two years with a message that they will have to demit office after that, and a similar message being given to some ministers too.

Govt has opened up no-go areas for oil exploration, says Hardeep Singh Puri

The government opened up large parts of exploration areas in the country, around 3.5 million square kilometers of sedimentary basin, which were no-go areas, Hardeep Singh Puri said.

India will reach 20 percent ethanol blending target by October 2025, says Hardeep Singh Puri

Hardeep Singh Puri at an industry event: India will reach 20 percent ethanol blending target by October 2025; that is five years in advance. at one stage, there was always the anxiety that the ethanol blending program may falter because of non- availability of feedstock required.

Today the anxiety is in different direction-We have too much of feed available. That is because we have been able to demonstrate that biofuel blending is not only good for the green energy transition, but it is also good for our agricultural sector.

Israel carries out airstrikes in Beirut ahead of anticipated ceasefire deal

Israeli war planes hit Beirut's southern suburbs with a wave of airstrikes on Tuesday just before Israel's cabinet met to discuss a ceasefire deal with its Hezbollah foes.

A senior Israeli official and Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib appeared optimistic a deal could be reached, clearing the way for an end to a conflict that has killed thousands of people since it was ignited by the Gaza war last year.

Despite the possibility of an imminent diplomatic breakthrough, hostilities raged on Tuesday.

Ramdas Athawale backs Fadnavis as Maharashtra CM; says Shinde can shift to Centre

RPI(A) leader Ramdas Athawale, a key BJP ally, on Tuesday called for a quick decision on the next chief minister of Maharashtra and suggested that incumbent Eknath Shinde should shift to the Centre as a Union minister.

Addressing a press conference here, Athawale also backed senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis as the next chief minister of Maharashtra, contending that the saffron party won the maximum number of seats in the 288-member Assembly and should have the right to the top executive post in the state.

Engine of Japan's flagship new small rocket explodes during test for second time

The engine for a new flagship small Japanese rocket burst into flames Tuesday during a combustion test, causing no injury or damage to the outside but destroying the engine and extensively damaging its test facility, officials said.

The second failure in a row raises concern about the progress of the Epsilon S rocket, whose debut flight is expected by March.

The test was conducted inside of the restricted area at Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre in southwestern Japan, and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency is investigating, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters.

BJP accuses Rahul of disrespecting Murmu, not greeting her at Constitution Day event

The BJP on Tuesday slammed Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, alleging that he did not greet President Droupadi Murmu at an event held to mark Samvidhan Diwas in Parliament.

Posting two video clips purportedly of the event on X, the BJP said, "Rahul Gandhi is so arrogant that he did not even greet the President." It added, "Just because she comes from the tribal community, is a woman and Rahul Gandhi is the scion of Congress? What kind of a cheap mentality is this?" In one of the videos posted by the BJP on X, Gandhi was seen taking his seat on the dais at the event even before the President sat down. Congress president and Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge, who was standing next to Gandhi, was seen prompting him to get up.

BJP protector of Constitution in 'real sense', Cong tried to hurt its spirit during its rule: Nadda

The BJP is the protector of the Constitution in the “real sense” and the Narendra Modi government has implemented its provisions in “letter and spirit”, party president J P Nadda said on Tuesday as he accused the Congress of undermining the statute when it was in power.

“The Congress toppled the elected governments as many as 90 times. It left no stone unturned to attack the Constitution (during its rule). It tried to take control over the judiciary,” he said addressing an event organised at the BJP headquarters here to mark ‘Samvidhaan Diwas'.

Nadda said that while the opposition party talks about protecting the Constitution and raises the issue of inequality, the Commission for Other Backward Classes was given constitutional status under the Modi government.

We don't want an economic development in which country reaches ahead but citizens lag, says Amit Shah

At the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of National Federation of State Cooperative Banks Limited (NAFSCOB), Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "...When I speak about going to prosperity from cooperation, it also carries the objective of establishing the Ministry of Co-operation... We have aimed that by 2027, the Indian economy will become the third largest in the world but we also have to be concerned about the welfare of 140 crore citizens. We don't want an economic development in which the country reaches ahead but the citizens lag... Development of the marginalised sections is important along with the development of the economy..."

Human values are the foundation of policies and decisions of today's India, says PM Modi

While speaking on the occasion of the Constitution Day celebrations, in the Supreme Court, PM Modi says, "...Today it looks easy that people have access to tap water, but even after 75 years of independence, only 3 crore houses had this facility... in the original copy of the constitution, lord Ram, mother Sita...have their images in it. The images symbolising Indian culture are there so that they can keep us reminded about human values. These human values are the foundation of policies and decisions of today's India.."

Senior citizens had to visit banks to prove they are alive, now they are availing digital facilities, says PM Modi

While speaking on the occasion of the Constitution Day celebrations, in the Supreme Court, PM Modi says, "There was a time when senior citizens had to prove by visiting banks that they are alive. Today, senior citizens are availing the facility of digital life certificates..."

Urged PM Modi, Shah to attend swearing-in ceremony, says Jharkhand CM

On his meetings with PM Narendra Modi and HM Amit Shah, Jharkhand CM-designate Hemant Soren says, "...It was a courtesy call. I came here in connection with political activities. There is swearing-in ceremony of the new government in my state. We have urged them to come there."

Power of Constitution that it is implemented fully in J&K, says PM Modi

While speaking on the occasion of the Constitution Day celebrations, in the Supreme Court, PM Modi says, "We have seen the Emergency in the country - our Constitution has faced this challenge that arose before democracy. It's the power of the constitution, that today, in Jammu & Kashmir, Babasaheb Ambedkar's Constitution is fully implemented. Today, for the first time, Constitution Day is celebrated there (in J&K)...'

We have turned poor districts into 'aspirational district', says PM Modi

We have turned poor districts into 'aspirational district', says PM Modi. Have similarly started 'aspirational block' program, he said.

Changed criminal laws to make them more efficient, says PM Modi

We have changed the criminal laws to make them more efficient, have passed women's reservation bill and have tried provide more facilities for the third gender, says PM Modi

Lives of people have improved in the last 10 years, says PM Modi

In the last 10 years, women have received LPG connection, pukka houses and tap water, says PM Modi

People of India want a Viksit Bharat, says PM Modi

People of India want a Viksit Bharat, where they will get dignity of life and social justice will prevail, says PM Modi

Constitution makers were aware of India's changing ambitions, says PM Modi

Our Constitution makers knew India's ambitions will change as it grows, says PM Modi

Strong response if any terror attack takes place, says PM Modi on 26/11 anniversary

We will give strong response to any terror attacks, says PM Modi at Constitution Day event

Central to any republic is not the state apparatus, but the public, says Kapil Sibal

While speaking on the occasion of the Constitution Day celebrations, in the Supreme, senior advocate Kapil Sibal says, "As we contemplate the intellectual accomplishments of our constitution makers, we must also remember the audacity of their vision. The greatness of our constitution framers lay in the fact that they dared to think for themselves, dream of a world they wanted, and through sheer force of will, bent the arc of history to bring that world into existence. We stand here as that realized dream of our constitutional visionaries and of the millions of freedom fighters who gave birth to this country. Farmers, factory workers, labourers, women, weavers, writers, all who put their bodies, their families and their very lives on the line in the hope that one day, we citizens of a free, pluralistic and democratic India could come to be a republic. Central to any republic is not the state apparatus, but the public. It is this public that constitutes our nation... The principle of the rule of law also reflects the centrality of the public, for it mandates a system of governance and administration of justice where all persons are equal before the law and are equally governed by the law."

Election Commission should listen to questions on EVMs, says Congress leader Imran Pratapgarhi

Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi says, "When the trust of a large section of voters in this country on EVMs, on election process starts shaking, and when the Opposition is saying that we should return to ballot papers instead of sticking to EVMs, Election Commission should listen. Kharge ji has given a suggestion regarding this. He is a senior leader of the country...If he has said something, the Government and Election Commission should take note of it."

UN rights chief 'gravely concerned' by Lebanon escalation

The U.N. rights chief on Tuesday voiced concern about the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon, where his office said nearly 100 people had been reported killed by Israeli airstrikes in recent days, including women, children and medics.

Israel has been locked in fighting with Lebanese armed group Hezbollah since Oct. 2023, and fighting has escalated dramatically since late September of this year.

"UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk is gravely concerned by the escalation in Lebanon with at least 97 people reportedly killed in Israeli airstrikes between the 22nd and 24th of November," Jeremy Laurence, a spokesperson for the Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights, told a Geneva press briefing.

SC asks Centre, states to expedite steps to fill vacancies in CIC, SICs

Taking serious note of vacancies in the Central Information Commission (CIC) and state information commissions (SICs), the Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Centre and the state governments to apprise it about the steps taken to fill up the posts.

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan said the states that have initiated the process of filling up the vacant posts should complete the process within four weeks.

Pointing out that there are eight vacancies in CIC out of the 11 sanctioned posts including that of chief information commissioner, the bench asked Additional Solicitor General Brijender Chahar, appearing for the Centre, to file an affidavit within two weeks about the steps taken to fill up the vacancies.

World Athletics president Coe 'very pleased' with India's 2036 Games interest but warns of hurdles

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe said he was delighted with India's interest in hosting the 2036 summer Games but cautioned the South Asian nation that organising an Olympics was one of the world's most complex projects.

Coe, 68, a two-time Olympic 1,500 metres champion, is one of seven people bidding to replace Thomas Bach as the next president of the International Olympic Committee.

India is a growing sports power but has never hosted the Olympics. Its capital New Delhi hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2010, a $6 billion event billed as Delhi's answer to the Beijing Olympics. Read more

Whoever talks about Dalits, tribals, backward classes, poor, his mic gets switched off, says Rahul Gandhi

Following a power cut during his speech at Talkatora Stadium during the Constitution Day program, Lok Sabha LoP & Congress MP Rahul Gandhi says, "In this country for the last 3,000 years whoever talks about Dalits, tribals, backward classes, poor, his mic gets switched off. When the mic was switched off, a lot of people came and told me to go and sit. I said I will not sit, I will stand, switch off the mic as much as you want, I will speak whatever I want to. Here is Rohith Vemula's photo behind, he wanted to speak but his voice was taken away..."

Sambhal returning to normal after violence; schools reopen, internet remains suspended

wo days after violence broke out during a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque, life in Sambhal was gradually returning to normal on Tuesday with schools reopening and several shops selling daily essentials resuming operations.

However, internet services in the district continued to remain suspended.

Members of both Hindu and Muslim communities have called for unity and pledged to rebuild communal harmony even as police and administration officials were continuing to closely monitor the situation, with personnel deployed at key intersections and Rapid Action Force teams stationed in sensitive areas.

New NATO chief Rutte says alliance ‘needs to go further’ in support for Ukraine

NATO’s new Secretary General Mark Rutte on Tuesday said the alliance “needs to go further” to support Ukraine in its fight against a Russian invasion and accused Moscow of dangerously escalating the conflict by bringing in thousands of North Korean troops.

“In pursuing its illegal war in Ukraine, Russia makes use of North Korean weapons and troops, Iranian drones and Chinese dual use goods for its defense industry,” Rutte said while on a visit to Greece. “This is a dangerous expansion of the war and a challenge to global peace and security.”

Rutte, a former Dutch prime minister who took over as NATO chief last month, met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens and thanked him for Greek support for Ukraine that includes weapons and ammunition, as well as training for F-16 pilots and technicians.

'Bring back ballot paper,' Mallikarjun Kharge says on Constitution Day, calls for campaign

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday demanded the return of ballot paper and called for a concerted campaign on the scale of Bharat Jodo Yatra to create awareness about it.

Speaking at the 'Samvidhan Rakshak Abhiyaan' function at Talkatora stadium, he said Prime minister Narendra Modi fears a caste census. He said Modi is afraid that if he allows a caste census then all sections of society will demand their share.

Kharge also accused the BJP of not having any "constitutional integrity or federal character" and alleged that the party was undoing everything that BR Ambedkar and other members of the Constituent Assembly did through the Constitution.

Referring to the Maharashtra Assembly polls, which the NDA swept, Kharge alleged that billionaire businessman Gautam Adani had a lot to do with the election as his wealth was at stake.

Jharkhand: Birsa Munda’s descendant injured in road accident, admins asked to ensure better treatment

Jharkhand’s Acting Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday asked the Khunti administration to ensure better treatment for one of the descendants of the tribal icon Birsa Munda, who was injured in a road accident.

The descendant, identified as Mangal Munda, got head injuries after falling from the roof of a passenger vehicle near Pidihatu More in the Saiko Police Station area in Jharkhand’s Khunti district on Monday evening, police said.

Meerut man beaten, urinated on camera last year, dies

A 23-year-old man, who was allegedly thrashed and urinated on by some people in Meerut last year, died on Tuesday after having a drinking session with his friends at a hotel, police said.

A video surfaced on social media last year where Ritik was seen being thrashed and urinated on by some people.

Circle Officer Navina Shukla said that there is no connection between Ritik's death and the incident that happened a year ago.

Russian journalist jailed for 4 years for cooperating with a foreign organization

A court in far eastern Russia sentenced a journalist to four years in prison Tuesday for cooperating with a foreign organization.

The Zabaikalsky Regional Court in Chita said Nika Novak, 24, had been found guilty of cooperating with a representative from a foreign media outlet “on whose instructions, for monetary compensation, she assisted in the preparation of false materials discrediting the Armed Forces of Russia and government agencies.”

The court said Novak’s actions were aimed at causing reputational damage to Russia and destabilizing the country. The human rights organization Memorial has described Novak as a political prisoner.

CM Atishi accuses BJP-led Centre of manipulating electoral rolls ahead of 2025 Delhi Assembly polls

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi alleged on Tuesday that the central government is attempting to manipulate the electoral process by getting AAP supporters removed from electoral rolls as the BJP fears defeat in the upcoming Delhi Assembly polls.

Addressing a press conference, Atishi claimed, "The central government is trying to win the Delhi elections by unfair means. They are orchestrating the removal of voters from the electoral roll, particularly those aligned with AAP." There was no immediate response from the BJP.

The senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader cited an October 28 order by the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi transferring 29 Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) as the first step in this alleged conspiracy. Atishi also claimed that a District Magistrate (DM) overseeing seven assembly constituencies had instructed officials to remove 20,000 voters from the rolls.

Four troops killed in Pakistan as protesters demand release of ex-PM Khan

Security forces clashed with protesters near Pakistan's parliament on Tuesday as hundreds of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan demanded his release in demonstrations the government said have killed four paramilitary troops.

A Reuters witness said hundreds of protesters reached D-Chowk in the capital Islamabad, a square near the country's legislature that has been a historic rallying point for protests.

Bangladesh police use teargas against Hindu protesters

Police in Bangladesh used teargas on Hindus protesting against the arrest of a religious leader, even as neighbour India urged the country's caretaker government to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and minorities.

Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu leader associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), was arrested from Dhaka airport on Monday on several charges, including sedition.

His arrest sparked protests by his supporters in both the capital Dhaka and Chittagong city.

Das faces sedition charges filed in October after leading a large rally in Chittagong, in which he was accused of disrespecting Bangladesh’s national flag and was denied bail by a court in Chittagong on Tuesday.

Aiming for more footfalls to TN, CM launches enhanced amenities at seven tourist spots

Seven tourist destinations have been spruced up to attract more footfalls to Tamil Nadu and the enhanced amenities provided at those spots were dedicated to the public by Chief Minister M K Stalin on Tuesday.

The beautification projects and other improvement work were executed recently by the Tamil Nadu Tourism department at a cost of Rs 27.34 crore in Hogenakkal waterfalls area, Kolli Hills, Andipalayam Lake, Vatthalmalai, Muttom Beach, Anthiyur Lake, and Haridranathi Temple tank in Mannargudi.

Entrance arches, toilets, ticketing area, restaurants, boathouse, view points, bathing ghats, dress changing rooms, landscaping, improvement works at parking lot, reception, walkways, adventure sports activities, children’s play area and installing surveillance cameras were among the works that have been completed, a release here said.

UPA weakened wall in path of backward sections, but not enough, says Rahul Gandhi

UPA government weakened wall in path of backward sections but we did not weaken wall to extent we should have, said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on November 26.

First time caste census made a public exercise in Telangana, says Rahul Gandhi

At the Constitution Day program at Talkatora Stadium, Lok Sabha LoP & Congress MP Rahul Gandhi says, "Does it (Constitution) have Savarkar ji's voice? Is it written somewhere in it that violence should be used, people should be killed or that the govt should be run by using lies? This is a book of truth and non-violence. A few days ago we started the work of a caste census in Telangana and it is not a bureaucratic exercise. For the first time caste census has been made a public exercise in Telangana. The questions that are being asked are not being chosen by 10-15 people in a closed room, they are lakhs of people including Dalits, tribals, backward class people, poor, general caste people, minority people, everyone and the people of Telangana have designed the census...Wherever our government comes in the future, we will carry out caste census there..."

Baba Bhimrao Ambedkar gave shape to India's Constitution, says JP Nadda

Union Minister and BJP chief JP Nadda says, "...Today we remember Baba Bhimrao Ambedkar. He gave it a shape as the chairman of the drafting committee and this constitution has proved very effective in taking our country forward. We also remember Dr Rajendra Prasad as the chairman of the Constituent Assembly who presided over the debates of the Constituent Assembly... When we remember November 26, it is also important to remember 26/11 because on this day attacks took place in Mumbai. In which common people, our citizens and foreign tourists were killed, along with them our security personnel also got martyred, it is important to remember them today..."

Police suspect that 5,500 kg of Methamphetamine seized from trawler near Andamans meant for Thailand

The Andaman and Nicobar Command and the police suspect that the 5,500 kg of banned Methamphetamine drug seized from a fishing trawler with six Myanmarese crew from near Barren island was supposed to be delivered to Thailand, officials said on Tuesday.

The police are trying to get the call record of the satellite phone seized from the trawler which was coming from Myanmar, an official said.

"We are trying to get details of the recipients of the drugs through the seized satellite phone call detail record because the crew members are refusing to reveal anything during interrogation. It seems that they are scared to reveal the identity of the receiver and the person behind sending the consignments. We are trying to get in touch with the service provider to get the call detail record," the officer said.

The huge consignment of Methamphetamine drug was supposed to be delivered in Thailand and could be part of drug cartels, police sources said.

Constitution should guide all our actions: Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday urged government officials and ministers to uphold the principles of the Constitution in their work.

He was addressing bureaucrats and ministers at the secretariat on the occasion of the Constitution day.

Describing the adoption of the Constitution as a "holy and special" occasion, Naidu extended greetings to Indians worldwide, emphasising the importance of treating the Constitution as a "holy book".

"This is a holy and special day. Congratulations to all on Constitution Day, to all Indians across the world…We should remember the Constitution in every work we do," he said.

India news live: Portion of non-functional British-era bridge between Unnao and Kanpur collapses

A portion of a historic bridge on the Ganga connecting Kanpur and Unnao, built during the British period, fell into the river in the early hours of Tuesday.

Manipur violence live updates: Tension in fringe areas of Imphal Valley after man goes missing

Tension was palpable on Tuesday in parts of the Imphal West district that borders Kangpokpi after a 55-year-old man belonging to the Meitei community remained missing for more than 24 hours, officials said, as per PTI.

Laishram Kamalbabu Singh, a resident of Loitang Khunou village in Imphal West, left home on Monday afternoon to report for work at the Leimakhong Army Camp in Kangpokpi. He has been missing since then, they said.

Chennai rains live updates: Cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal, moving towards Tamil Nadu

A deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclone by Wednesday and move towards Tamil Nadu, skirting the Sri Lankan coast, over the subsequent two days, the India Meteorological Department said.

Israel-Hezbollah conflict live updates: Israel poised to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah

Israel looks set to approve a U.S. plan for a ceasefire with the Iran-backed Hezbollah on Tuesday, a senior Israeli official said.

Israel's security cabinet is expected to convene later on Tuesday to discuss and likely approve the text at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the official said.

India news live: SC rejects plea for reverting to ballots in elections

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition seeking to revert to ballot paper voting in elections in the country.

Sambhal violence live updates: Rahul Gandhi leaves for violence-hit Sambhal directly from Parliament

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be visiting violence-hit Sambhal soon, Saharanpur lawmaker Imran Masood said on Tuesday.

Four people died in the violence following the court-mandated survey of Mughal-era Jama Masjid on Sunday.

More here.

India news live: Six civic buses gutted in fire in Palghar

At least six civic buses were destroyed after a fire broke out in a parking area in Nalla Sopara town of Maharashtra's Palghar, news agency PTI reported.

The blaze broke out at a parking lot in the Sunshine Garden locality on Monday night, the official from the fire brigade said.

Constitution Day celebration live updates: Independence will be jeopardised if parties place creed above country, says Dhankhar

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday invoked Dr BR Ambedkar to say that "our independence will be put in jeopardy a second time" if parties placed creed above country.

Addressing an event to kick-start yearlong celebrations to mark the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution, he also cautioned that disturbance as a strategy threatened democratic institutions.

It is time to restore the "sanctity of our democratic temples through constructive dialogue, debate and meaningful discussion to serve our people effectively", Dhankhar said.

India news live: Fire breaks out in factory in Greater Noida, three workers killed

Three workers died in a fire that broke out in a furniture factory in Greater Noida early Tuesday, police said.

Efforts were underway to ascertain the cause of the fire

Constitution Day celebration live updates: PM Modi, Prez Murmu, Rahul Gandhi, other leaders read Preamble

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rajya Sabha LoP Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, Union Ministers JP Nadda, Kiren Rijiju and others read the Preamble to the Indian Constitution on the occasion of 75 years of the Constitution of India at Samvidhan Sadan.

Constitution Day celebration live updates: Our Constitution is a living and progressive document, says Prez Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu addresses the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament on Constitution Day

The President said, "Our Constitution is a living and progressive document. Through our Constitution, we have achieved the goals of social justice and inclusive development..."

She added, "...I urge all citizens to imbibe the constitutional ideals into their behaviour and do their fundamental duties, and work towards achieving the national goal of a developed India by 2047."

Constitution Day celebration live updates: President Murmu addresses joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament

President Droupadi Murmu addresses the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament on Constitution Day

She said, "...In the last few years, the government has taken several steps for the welfare of all sections of society, especially the weaker sections. The poor are getting their own houses and world-class infrastructure is being developed in the country..."

Constitution Day celebration live updates: President Murmu releases a commemorative coin on the occasion of 75 years of the Constitution

President Droupadi Murmu releases a commemorative coin on the occasion of 75 years of the Constitution of India at Samvidhan Sadan.

Constitution Day celebration live updates: VP Dhankhar quotes Ambedkar, says our independence will be jeopardised if parties place creed above country

Vice President Dhankhar quotes Ambedkar, says our independence will be jeopardised if parties place creed above country.

Constitution Day celebration live updates: Today, crores of countrymen will take a pledge to take the country forward by reciting the Preamble, says Om Birla

At the Constitution Day celebration event at Samvidhan Sadan, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said "I congratulate crores of Indians celebrating Constitution Day today. 75 years ago, on this day, our Constitution was codified. Under the leadership of the President, the entire country is together expressing gratitude towards the Constitution today. Today, crores of countrymen will take a pledge to take the country forward by reciting the Preamble of the Constitution. With the inspiration of PM Modi, in the year 2015, we took the historic decision to celebrate 26th November as Constitution Day. Our Constitution is the result of years of penance, sacrifice, ingenuity, strength and ability of our people. In this central hall, after about 3 years of hard work, they made a Constitution binding the geographical and social diversities of the country into one thread."

Constitution Day live updates: Constitution keeps this country functioning, says Congress MP

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram said, "We must celebrate our Constitution, it is the framework in which our Republic exists and it is something which you should all be very proud of. It's a living document and it's what keeps this country functioning and united... I think the Constitution belongs to all of us. If an organization which opposed the Constitution has now come to accept it, it's a welcome sign that they've accepted the Constitution..."

Constitution Day live updates: Droupadi Murmu, VP Dhankhar, PM Modi and other leaders attend the event

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders attend the Constitution Day celebration event at Samvidhan Sadan.

India news live: Receiver to oversee Udaipur City Palace's disputed portion after new titular royal head denied entry

The district administration has appointed a receiver to oversee a controversial portion of Udaipur's City Palace following tension over Vishvaraj Singh, the new ceremonial head of the erstwhile royal family, being denied entry.

The receiver's appointment came after supporters of Singh clashed with those of his paternal uncle Arvind Singh Mewar, who controls the City Palace, late on Monday.

India news live: Four women killed, 16 injured in van-truck collision in Gujarat's Surendranagar

Four women were killed and 16 others injured after their pickup van collided with a truck in Gujarat's Surendranagar district, police said.

The incident took place near Chotila around 10:30 pm on Monday, said inspector Asi Odedara of the local police station.

Delhi AQI live updates: Air quality plunges to 'very poor'

Delhi's air quality plunged to 'very poor', with a thick layer of haze blanketing the national capital, early on Tuesday.

At 9 am, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 392, compared to a reading of 281 at 9 am on Monday, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.

Pakistan violence live updates: Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistani capital as government threatens to open fire

Supporters seeking the release of imprisoned Pakistani former premier Imran Khan on Tuesday broke through a ring of shipping containers locking down the capital Islamabad, battled police, and ignored a government threat to respond with gunfire.

Shortly after midnight, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi had threatened protesters that police would respond with live fire if protesters fired weapons at them.

India news live: Five crushed to death after truck ploughs into tent in Kerala

At least five people, including two children, were killed and six others were injured when a truck ploughed into the roadside tent where they were sleeping in this district early on Tuesday, police said, as per PTI.

The victims, nomads living in tents set up along the highway, were struck by the truck on a national highway in Nattika, under the Valapad police station limits, at around 4.30 am, they said.

Indonesia floods live: Search resumes for for 7 missing after landslide and floods kill 15

Indonesian rescuers are searching for 7 people still missing four days after torrential rain hit North Sumatra province, causing flash flooding and landslides which killed 15 people, an official said.

India news live: Wanted criminal, aide shot in police encounter, three arrested

A wanted criminal with a bounty of Rs 25,000 on his head and one of his accomplices were injured during an encounter with police in Kankerkhera area, police said.

India news live: Two dead, five injured as explosion wrecks three houses in Madhya Pradesh's Morena

Two dead, five injured as explosion wrecks three houses in Madhya Pradesh's Morena city

World news live: Japan's space agency halts Epsilon S rocket engine test after fire

Japan's space agency has halted an engine combustion test of its Epsilon S rocket, after a fire broke out at the test site, 16 months after another failed engine test derailed Japan's small rocket development, Reuters reported.

Bengal school jobs scam updates: TMC leader arrested by CBI

The CBI arrested a Trinamool Congress leader, a close aide of former Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee, for his alleged involvement in the school jobs scam, an official said.

The TMC leader from Behala, Santu Ganguly, was held on Monday evening after marathon questioning by officers of the central probe agency at its city office here in connection with irregularities in recruitment in state-run primary schools, he said.

World news live: Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google and Facebook-owner Meta Platforms urged the Australian government to delay a bill that will ban most forms of social media for children under 16, saying more time was needed to assess its potential impact.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's centre-left government wants to pass the bill, which represents some of the toughest controls on children's social media use imposed by any country, into law by the end of the parliamentary year on Thursday.

Maharashtra news live: Government reinstates Rashmi Shukla as state police chief

The Maharashtra government has reinstated IPS officer Rashmi Shukla as Director General of Police (DGP) after the conclusion of the assembly polls, an order issued by the state home department stated.

Sanjay Kumar Verma had taken over as the state's top police officer earlier after Shukla was removed from the DGP's post on the Election Commission of India's directive ahead of the elections.

India news live: Five crushed to death after truck ploughs into tent in Kerala

At least five people, including two children, were killed and as many persons injured when a truck ploughed into the roadside tent where they were sleeping in this central Kerala district early on Tuesday, police said.

Delhi AQI live updates: Air quality remains in 'very poor' condition

A thick layer of smog covers the National Capital as the Air Quality Index in several areas continues to remain in the 'Very Poor' category as per the CPCB.

AQI is recorded at 382 near Delhi railway station.

World news live: Russia pledges broader Afghanistan ties, says US should help rebuild

Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of Russia's powerful Security Council, told Afghanistan's Taliban leaders on Monday that Moscow wanted to help achieve a durable peace in the country, Russian news agencies reported, as per Reuters.

Shoigu, a former defence minister, also said the U.S. should play a leading role in rebuilding Afghanistan in view of its many years of military involvement in the country.

Israel-Lebanon conflict live updates: Oil prices fall on potential deal to end Israel-Hezbollah conflict

Oil prices slipped in early trade on Tuesday, extending declines from the previous session as investors took stock of a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, weighing on oil's risk premium.

Both benchmarks settled down $2 per barrel on Monday following reports that Lebanon and Israel had agreed to the terms of a deal to end the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, which triggered a crude oil selloff. More here.

Pakistan protests live: US calls on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights, fundamental freedoms

As thousands in Pakistan defied a crackdown to rally for the release of former prime minister Imran Khan, the United States called on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms and to ensure respect for the country's laws.

At least one policeman was killed and dozens injured in clashes on Monday as thousands of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protesters entered the territorial jurisdiction of the national capital on the call of the party founder Khan.

Israel-Lebanon conflict live updates: Israel launches new airstrikes on Lebanon; leaders draw closer to ceasefire talks

Israel's military launched airstrikes across Lebanon on Monday, unleashing explosions throughout the country and killing at least 31 while Israeli leaders appeared to be closing in on a negotiated ceasefire with the Hezbollah.

Israeli strikes hit commercial and residential buildings in Beirut as well as in the port city of Tyre.

Lebanon’s Health Ministry said that 26 people were killed in southern Lebanon, four in the eastern Baalbek-Hermel province and one in Choueifat, a neighborhood in Beirut's southern suburbs that was not subjected to evacuation warnings on Monday, AP reported.