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- CBI Arrests Four in Delhi‑Bihar‑Haryana‑West Bengal Banking Recruitment Scam
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CBI dismantles impersonation network across Delhi, Bihar, Haryana, West Bengal; arrests four operatives, including a CGST inspector, after IBPS complaint.
- Chhattisgarh Police Release Four Detained Workers After Court Intervention
· India
Four migrant workers from West Bengal were freed by Chhattisgarh police after a Calcutta High Court order, citing wrongful detention over citizenship doubts.
- GST Council Unveils Major Procedural Reforms, Removes Arrest Powers and Streamlines Refunds
· India
GST 2.0 reforms cut arrest powers, lower penalties, speed refunds to 3 days, simplify ITC, e‑commerce registration, and reduce truck stoppages.
- CJP Claims 10,000 Arrests as Protests Over Election Commissioner Continue
· India
India’s opposition and student‑led CJP movement say authorities have detained many of its members as thousands of supporters and student groups protest…
- Madhya Pradesh Court Orders Release of Two Brothers Detained Under NSA
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The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed the NSA detention of Rajendra and Rajesh Thakur, citing lack of grounds and procedural lapses.
- India Urges Social Media Platforms to Scrutinize Misleading Content Amid Public Unrest
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Meity urges social media platforms to apply enhanced diligence to false or misleading content amid protests and a recent Meta dispute.
- FSSAI Issues Notices to Multiple Companies Over Misleading Claims for Celevida GLP Protein Supplement
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued notices on Thursday to Dr Reddy’s, Nestle Health Science, Tirupati Wellness, Flipkart…
- KMF to Open 120 New Nandini Parlours in Bengaluru, Including 30 Near Metro Stations
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The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) plans to open 120 new Nandini dairy parlours in Bengaluru. Thirty of the outlets will be located outside metro…
- GST Council Approves Major Procedural Reforms, Keeps Rates Unchanged
· India
The GST Council approved major procedural reforms, expanding refunds, easing compliance, and raising the prosecution threshold, while keeping tax rates…
- AP Tourism Minister Highlights AI, Quantum Tech Plans at Spain Summit
· India
Andhra Pradesh’s Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh unveiled plans to use AI and quantum technology to boost tourism at the Spain Tourism Innovation Summit–2026.
- Four CRPF Staff Injured in Accidental Blast During Explosive Disposal in Sukma
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Four Central Reserve Police Force personnel, including two assistant sub‑inspectors, were injured when an accidental blast occurred while a team was…
- Chhattisgarh Court Sentences Four Men for Murder of Police Head Constable’s Wife and Daughter
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Court in Surajpur, Chhattisgarh, sentenced four men to death and life imprisonment for murdering a police constable’s wife and 11‑year‑old daughter on 13 Oct…
- Amit Shah Meets Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Delhi, Promises Visit Later This Month
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah met Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Delhi, discussed peace measures, and promised a visit later this month.
- Delhi‑NCR Enforces New Air‑Quality Restrictions, Including Sonipat, Under Revised GRAP
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CAQM’s revised GRAP adds Sonipat to Delhi‑NCR, introduces four stages of vehicle restrictions based on AQI, fuel type, and emission standards.
- West Bengal Chief Minister Issues Warning on Forced Conversions and Cow Slaughter, Announces Flood Relief for Malda
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari warned against forced religious conversions and cow slaughter in the state on Thursday, while announcing a…
- India Targets 100% Domestic Shipping Fleet by 2047
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India plans to use only Indian‑flagged, domestically built ships for all trade by 2047, boosting port capacity, shipbuilding, and seafarer workforce.
- West Bengal Plans to Merge Madrasah Service Commission into WBSSC, Bill Expected Post-Durga Puja
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West Bengal plans to merge the Madrasah Service Commission into the WBSSC, consolidating teacher recruitment for madrasahs. Bill likely after Durga Puja.
- India’s Chief Economic Adviser Highlights Five Long‑Term Challenges to 2047 Goal
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New Delhi – Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran said on Thursday that India’s ambition to become a developed economy by 2047 will be tested by…
- Modi Meets Akie Abe, Highlights Shinzo Abe’s Role in India‑Japan Ties
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Akie Abe, widow of former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, praising his role in India‑Japan ties and the memorial corridor in Varanasi.
- Delhi Orders Closure of All Liquor Shops for Two Days Ahead of CJP Protest
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The Delhi government has ordered the closure of all licensed retail liquor outlets for October 9 and 10 in anticipation of a protest by the Cockroach…
- Ayodhya Ram Temple to Receive FSSAI ‘Eat Right Place’ Certification
· India
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya will be awarded the “Eat Right Place” certification by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), a News18…
- Hyderabad University VC Accused of Sexist Remarks by Two Women Professors
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Two women professors from Vidya Jyothy Institute of Technology (VJIT) in Hyderabad have filed a police complaint against Jawaharlal Nehru Technological…
- From Four Biplanes to Modern Fighters: The Indian Air Force’s 94‑Year Evolution
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The Indian Air Force grew from four Westland Wapiti biplanes in 1933 to a modern fleet of Rafales, Su‑30MKIs, Mirage‑2000s and more, celebrating 94 years in…
- Delhi Police Report Assaults During Opposition Protest, DCP Blames ‘Wrongful Influence’
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Delhi Police report assaults on officers during protest against Election Commissioner; DCP cites wrongful influence; FIRs filed.
- Central Inter‑Ministerial Group Begins Maharashtra Tour to Inspect Drought Conditions
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An 11‑member central inter‑ministerial group began a four‑day Maharashtra tour to inspect drought conditions, covering 32 districts and 265 talukas.
- Sewing Machine Gift from Nana Patekar’s Foundation Revitalised Life of Beed Woman
· India
The Naam Foundation’s sewing machine program helped Rajashree Asaram Pardeshi earn ₹400‑₹500 a day, rebuilding her life after her husband’s injury.
- Direct Benefit Transfer Saves India ₹5 Lakh Crore from Leakages, Modi Says
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that nearly ₹5 lakh crore could have been lost to leakages under the old welfare‑delivery system, and that the Direct Benefit…
- West Bengal CM Announces ₹1.8 Lakh Aid for Fully Damaged Homes in Malda Floods
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Thursday, October 8, 2026, that the state government will provide ₹1.8 lakh in aid for homes that are fully damaged by…
- Attappady Land Issues to Be Tackled in Upcoming Special Meeting
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A special meeting of people’s representatives and officials will be held soon to address land issues in Attappady, Revenue Minister A.P. Anilkumar said on Thursday, October 8…
- Bihar Opposition Leaders Detained as Protest Against CEC Escalates
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In Patna, senior opposition figures, including Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav, VIP chief Mukesh Sahni, and RJD MP Misha Bharti, were detained by police and…