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Mayawati accused BJP and SP of colluding ahead of the Uttar Pradesh bypolls. She criticized their slogans and promoted BSP's record on law and order. Deputy CM Maurya denied BJP's use of the controversial slogan and reiterated their official motto. The bypolls will fill seats vacated by MLAs now elected to the Lok Sabha or due to disqualification.

Bhai Dooj is steeped deep into our Hindu tradition and showcases the rich cultural heritage of India. Dedicating a day to your siblings with a promise of protection and blessings, let’s take a look at our wishes and quotes list for your beloved siblings on this day.

Arizona attorney general Kris Mayes is investigating whether Donald Trump's comments about Liz Cheney constitute a death threat. The controversial remarks have sparked significant outrage among Democratic women, with Kamala Harris condemning such rhetoric.

During the launch of Sreeram Chaulia's book 'Friends: India’s Closest Strategic Partners,' External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar spoke about the complexities of international friendships. He highlighted the importance of mutual respect, while noting some allies' comments on India's domestic matters. Jaishankar credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for strengthening ties with key nations through strategic diplomacy, emphasizing that all friendships involve ongoing work.

England's Ravi Bopara hit six sixes off Robin Uthappa's over at the Hong Kong Sixes tourney, totaling 37 runs. Bopara's quickfire 53 from 14 balls and Samit Patel's 51 off 18 balls propelled England to 120/1 in six overs. Despite their efforts, India's team, struggling with losses, fell short by 15 runs, leading to their elimination from the tournament.

Mrunal Thakur criticized the unauthorized Photoshop edits of her Diwali photo, calling for respect for authenticity. Somy Ali revealed past underworld threats to Salman Khan linked to his old landline. Hrithik Roshan expressed his love for Saba Azad on her birthday. Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor will star in 'Param Sundari'.

Engineering students from IIT Dhanbad have gone viral on Instagram after celebrating Diwali with an innovative 'Elon Musk'-style rocket launch, sending a firecracker-propelled dustbin soaring to the height of a four-storey building.

Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri accused Congress of lying and using fake data on social media. He highlighted achievements of Modi's government in employment and economic growth. Puri mentioned significant job creation and economic advances. The minister also refuted allegations by Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge about unfulfilled poll promises, emphasizing a positive economic trajectory under Modi's leadership.

Prashant Kishore criticizes the 35-year rule of Lalu Yadav and Nitish Kumar, claiming it has deprived Bihar's children of education, leading to poverty and migration. He underscores the importance of education for development and highlights failures of both state and central governments in addressing key issues.

Aam Aadmi Party MP Swati Maliwal protested Delhi's water crisis by bringing a bottle of dark water to Chief Minister Atishi's residence. She warned that if the issue is not resolved within fifteen days, she will escalate the protest. Maliwal expressed dissatisfaction with the long-term unaddressed promises regarding water quality improvements in Delhi.

India's spin trio of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar dominated New Zealand with eight wickets, reducing them to 171 for 9 by the end of the second day of the third Test in Mumbai. After batters gave the team a slim lead on crumbling pitch, spinners trigged a Kiwi collapse and India now have a chance to register a face-saving win.

India's ministry of external affairs condemned Canada's designation of India as a cyber adversary and the allegations of Indian involvement in actions against Sikh separatists. The MEA pointed to a systematic attempt by Canadian officials to damage India's reputation, suggesting unfounded claims of state-sponsored cyber surveillance by India targeting Canada.

Akhilesh Yadav has criticised UP CM Yogi Adityanath's slogan 'Batenge toh katenge' as negative and demoralising, suggesting it reflects BJP's failure. Yadav believes this slogan will alienate BJP supporters and further weaken their position ahead of the upcoming Uttar Pradesh bypolls. Yadav urged BJP to adopt a more positive approach.

Ravichandran Ashwin demonstrated exceptional fielding skills by taking a stunning diving catch to dismiss Daryl Mitchell during Day 2 of the final India-New Zealand Test in Mumbai. Ashwin sprinted from mid-off, turned sideways, and secured the crucial wicket, breaking a pivotal 50-run partnership.

Arvind Kejriwal, AAP national convenor, pledges to waive inflated water and electricity bills if re-elected in the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. Emphasizing his commitment to development over the past decade, he contrasts AAP's achievements in education and healthcare with the BJP's record, urging voters to consider the work done for the people of Delhi.

Rajnath Singh refuted claims of increased terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that incidents have reduced and security forces are actively countering terrorists. Despite recent attacks on migrant workers, he emphasized the efforts to neutralize militants and assured that terror activities will be eradicated, leading to the region's development.

India took a 28-run lead in the third Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This was the first time hosts took the lead in the series. Shubman Gill scored 90 and Rishabh Pant added 60, but India suffered yet another batting collapse. Ajaz Patel took five wickets, underlining India's batting fragility throughout the series.