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Bengal's push to bring workers home raises concerns in Keralam

West Bengal's rural employment push raises concerns among Kerala builders, though experts say higher wages and better opportunities in the southern state will sustain migration

Sonia Gandhi turned to Bhagavad Gita to resolve dilemma over politics

In her upcoming memoir, the former Congress president recalls her inner conflict over entering politics after Rajiv Gandhi's assassination and how the Gita's message of duty helped her find direction

Maoists gone, but 'dimagi Naxals' target Constitution, democracy: PM Modi

PM Modi said armed Maoists were eliminated, but "dimagi Naxals" were instigating people against the Constitution and democracy

Delhi records 'very poor' air quality on Diwali as AQI climbs to 376

Delhi's average AQI stood at 376 on Diwali, with firecracker emissions, vehicular pollution and stubble burning expected to push air quality into the severe category.

Chennai deploys 600 workers, 350 vehicles for firecracker waste collection

Greater Chennai Corporation has deployed 600 personnel and 350 vehicles and distributed 30,000 designated collection bags, each with a capacity of 50 kg, to conservancy workers

Delhi Building collapse: Death toll rises to 7, rescue operation underway

The building collapsed around 9.45 am on November 5, when construction work was underway

Delhi air remains very poor on Diwali, several stations record severe AQI

Delhi recorded an overall AQI of 383 at 8 am on Diwali, with several monitoring stations reporting readings above 400. Grap Stage 3 curbs are in force across Delhi-NCR amid worsening air quality

Deepotsav 2026: 3 million diyas illuminate Saryu banks in Ayodhya

Ayodhya's Deepotsav 2026 saw over 3 million diyas illuminate the Saryu ghats, with CM Yogi Adityanath and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan attending the celebrations

PM Modi will lose 2029 Lok Sabha polls, says CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke

Referring to the BJP's assertion that Modi would remain in power, Dipke said, "Be prepared for 2029. He will definitely go"

Diwali rush: No seats, packed trains as thousands leave Gurugram for home

Trains bound for Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Bengal were so overcrowded that there was no standing room available, according to an official

Old Delhi building collapse: Toll rises to 6; owner among 4 arrested

The building was allegedly being constructed without the requisite approval on a 50-square-metre plot. An MCD official had said no building plan was sanctioned for the structure

Centre counters Karnataka's E20 claims, says samples meet quality standards

The 56 samples tested in Karnataka, covering different locations and all three oil marketing companies (OMCs), recorded ethanol content of 19-20 per cent, averaging 19.30 per cent, the ministry said

J-K govt approves 5% annual hike for eligible NHM contractual employees

State Health Minister said the decision fulfils the government's promise to NHM contractual employees and recognises their dedication and contribution towards the healthcare sector

Delhi records 369 AQI on Diwali eve; readings in several areas cross 400

The air quality is forecast to turn 'severe' on Sunday, with Diwali celebrations, vehicular emissions and the peak stubble-burning season expected to add to the pollution burden

PM Modi extends Diwali wishes, says will celebrate festival with soldiers

In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm

Penguin was 'uneasy' with criticism of govt in my memoir: Sonia Gandhi

In an interview with The Guardian ahead of the release of the book on November 10, Gandhi said Penguin was "uneasy in general with the criticism of the government"

Delhi to ban entry of non-BS-VI vehicles for 3 months every year from Nov 1

Air quality in the national capital is predicted to turn 'severe' from Saturday, with Diwali celebrations, vehicular emissions and the peak stubble-burning season expected to add to the burden

Emergency a mistake, Indira later regretted decision: Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi was quoted as saying that it inflamed tensions within the family, too, as Rajiv attempted to confront his mother, but she refused to listen

Centre allows transfer of prisoners between Chandigarh, other states

The amended provisions allow convicted and undertrial prisoners to be transferred between Chandigarh and other states or Union territories, subject to specified approvals and conditions

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi cancels Diwali celebrations over Cyclone Arnab damage

Majhi has asked people not to bring gifts or bouquets and urged them to help those affected by the cyclone and subsequent floods in the state's southern districts