Times of India

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan accused the Congress party of accepting support from the Jamaat-e-Islami for the Wayanad by-election. Vijayan criticized the Jamaat-e-Islami, labeling them as communal and alleging their support for BJP in the recent J&K elections. The Congress party has yet to respond to these allegations.

During rallies in Moradabad and Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath strongly criticized the Samajwadi Party, accusing them of protecting criminals and failing to ensure women's safety during their rule. He highlighted his government's achievements, including sugarcane payments to farmers and infrastructure projects.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath's recent political slogan. Thackeray questioned the unity of the Mahayuti alliance. He also accused the BJP of using the Shiv Sena for political gains. Thackeray apologized for trusting the breakaway Shiv Sena faction. He called them 'dacoits' for stealing the party's name and symbol.

Two women, Sobha and Aarti, allegedly set five puppies on fire in Meerut's Sant Nagar Colony because their barking disturbed their sleep. The three-day-old puppies were doused in petrol and burned alive. Although the incident occurred on Tuesday, an FIR was lodged against the women on Friday under BNS section 325 following protests by animal activists. The accused are yet to be arrested.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Maharashtra campaign trail, accused Congress of employing divisive tactics to secure political advantage. He alleged that Congress aims to weaken India by inciting discord among Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and OBCs. Modi emphasized the importance of unity, stating that a united India is a secure India.

Overruling a 1967 judgment, a Supreme Court bench ruled that the conversion of a minority institution into a university doesn't automatically negate its minority status. While not deciding on Aligarh Muslim University's (AMU) status, the court defined criteria for determining minority institution status, leaving it to a lower bench to rule on AMU's case.

Eleven security guards in Ahmedabad, India, were caught stealing submersible pumps worth Rs 4 lakh from the industrial unit they were hired to protect. They planned the heist during the Diwali holidays, cutting off power and CCTV cameras, but were exposed by a battery-operated camera.

Maharashtra's Assembly elections highlight a stark gender imbalance, with only 10% of candidates being women. A mere 97 constituencies out of 288 lack a single female contender, despite both major political alliances advocating for women's empowerment. While the delayed women's reservation bill is blamed, critics emphasize the need for parties to prioritize qualified women beyond just family members.

Kerala police investigations into the controversial WhatsApp groups, "Mallu Hindu Officers" and "Mallu Muslim Officers," revealed that IAS officer K Gopalakrishnan's phone, used to create the groups, was not hacked. Technical analysis from WhatsApp, Google, and the officer's ISP contradicted his claims, indicating the phone was secure during the groups' creation.

The Supreme Court ruled that government-run PSUs cannot unilaterally appoint sole arbitrators or use curated panels for disputes with contractors. This decision, based on the principle of equal treatment, deems such clauses unconstitutional and emphasizes fairness in arbitration proceedings.

Over 22 individuals tragically lost their lives due to drowning during Chhath festivities in Bihar, India, with Rohtas district reporting the highest number of incidents. The drownings occurred in various rivers and ponds, highlighting the dangers associated with the religious observance.

A young woman travelling from Hyderabad to Goa caused a security scare at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport by sarcastically commenting about carrying a bomb. Her remark triggered a bomb threat response, leading to a thorough check by security personnel. The situation was resolved when her parents provided medical documentation explaining the metal detected on her person was due to a surgical implant.

HSBC Bank has issued a warning to its customers about a fraudulent WhatsApp group posing as HSBC Asset Management (India) Private Limited. The group, falsely claiming association with CIO Venugopal Manghat, is using the contact number 8008723938 to deceive the public. HSBC clarifies that neither Mr.

Sanju Samson's record-equaling century, blasting ten sixes in a 50-ball whirlwind, powered India to a commanding 61-run victory over South Africa in the first T20I. Samson's explosive 107 propelled India to 202, a target the South African batters couldn't match, folding for 141 despite Coetzee's spirited 23. India takes a 1-0 lead in the series.

Two terrorists were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Sopore, Jammu and Kashmir. The operation followed the discovery of an arms cache at a terrorist hideout. In a separate incident in Kishtwar, the bodies of two abducted village defense guards were found, prompting protests and calls for increased security measures.

Three suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba members have been apprehended by Jammu and Kashmir Police in connection with the grenade attack on a Srinagar market earlier this month. The attack, which injured twelve civilians, was orchestrated by the suspects' Pakistan-based handlers. Security forces have heightened security measures in the city, including night searches, to prevent future attacks.

In the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone and four other MLAs introduced a resolution for the restoration of Article 370 and 35A. Lone emphasized the need for a strong response to the 2019 abrogation, calling for measures commensurate with the perceived injustices. Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather deferred an immediate decision on the resolution.

Tensions flared in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly as BJP MLAs staged a parallel "session" after being evicted for protesting a resolution demanding the restoration of Article 370. BJP leader Sunil Sharma criticized the NC-led government, accusing them of separatism and threatening a "parallel govt". Inside the assembly, other MLAs addressed concerns over employee verifications and reservation policies.

Pakistan has stated its intention to mediate between the United States and China amidst escalating global tensions. Despite close military ties with the US, Pakistan's economy relies heavily on China, prompting a neutral stance in the face of US-China rivalry. Islamabad emphasized its enduring strategic partnership with China, unaffected by US political shifts, while also expressing a commitment to strengthening its long-standing relationship with the US.

Three Maoists were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Friday. The encounter, which lasted for several hours, took place in the forests of Rekhpalli and Komathpalli. A sniper rifle, an SLR, and other weapons were recovered from the scene.