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Even as RJD and Left parties continued to demand "respectable" share despite winning only one seat out of the seven it fought in 2019, both JMM and Congress downplayed the development and said they plan to go ahead with their decision to share 70 among themselves and leave 10 seats for RJD and Left.

The scheduled meetings of AICC's central election and screening committees were cancelled due to disagreements on MVA's seat-sharing formula. Although discussions resumed, no resolution was reached. Congress is prepared for any outcome. Sharad Pawar's involvement is expected to help resolve the dispute soon.

Mumbai crime branch arrested a key accused, Bhagwant Omsingh, in the murder case of NCP leader Baba Siddique, raising total arrests to 10, including the two shooters. Omsingh, who assisted and sheltered shooters, was remanded to police custody. Authorities seek to uncover financial transactions and the source of weapons used in the crime.

A 16-year-old girl in Andhra Pradesh's Kadapa district died after being raped and set on fire by Jakkala Vignesh. The accused, who had a past relationship with the victim and is now married to another woman, was arrested and has confessed. CM Chandrababu Naidu has directed police to expedite the trial and seek capital punishment.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared a mixed reaction over the Supreme Court's ruling on Section 6A of the Citizenship Act. The judgment, which confirms 1971 as the cut-off date for granting citizenship under the Assam Accord, has elicited both elation and melancholy. Sarma stated that the Assamese people will have to endure ongoing challenges.

Uttarakhand HC has directed police to protect a 19-year-old Muslim woman from threats by her family due to her live-in relationship with a Hindu man. The court ordered security after the woman identified nine family members as threats, with next hearing scheduled for October 24.

Israeli brigade commander Colonel Ahsan Daksa was killed in a blast in Jabalia, northern Gaza, while fighting Hamas. Daksa, a Druze community member, was appointed four months ago and was leading the offensive. His death marks one of the highest-ranking Israeli officer fatalities in the year-long conflict.

Violence in Jiribam, Manipur escalated with suspected militants setting fire to two farmhouses and previous incidents of arson and gunfire, suggesting ethnic tensions. Security forces intervened quickly, rescuing a local leader, while the attackers escaped. The unrest follows recent ethnic discussions in New Delhi.

Residents of riot-hit Maharajganj, Bahraich, rushed to dismantle parts of their properties following a PWD demolition notice due to alleged encroachment. Traders quickly emptied shops, while some questioned why only specific locations were targeted. Notices were served on 23 homes and shops, including properties owned by Abdul Hameed, a suspect in recent communal violence.

A mystery illness in Udaipur's Kotra area has led to the deaths of 17 children over 30 days. The affected children showed symptoms of fever, cold, and cough. The Rajasthan health department is investigating the cause, suspecting seasonal diseases and improper treatment as potential factors.

Ahead of the elections, the Mahayuti government expands CM Tirth Darshan Yojana, adding dargahs and other minority pilgrimage sites. The scheme provides Rs 30,000 for pilgrimage to senior citizens. Critics view this as an election strategy to gain minority support.

Andhra Pradesh MLC Zakia Khanam, her PRO, and another individual were booked by police for allegedly black-marketing VIP break darshan tickets at Tirumala temple. They reportedly sold tickets for Rs 65,000 each, whereas the original price was Rs 10,500, including a waived donation fee.

Outgoing Indian high commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma, accused Canadian PM Justin Trudeau of damaging India-Canada relations based on intel rather than evidence, and encouraging Khalistan extremists. Verma, who was recalled amid criminal allegations, denies any wrongdoing and criticizes Canada for not sharing evidence and following proper procedures.

UP Police faces criticism over alleged trigger-happy actions and staged encounters, defended by DGP Prashant Kumar who insists due process and court guidelines are followed. Recent convictions and asset seizures under strict laws highlight a zero-tolerance policy against crime.

BJP retains 71 sitting MLAs on its first candidate list for the Maharashtra assembly polls, favoring old guard over new faces. Key nominees include Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and Chandrashekhar Bawankule. Despite some LS poll losses, many candidates got the nod, showing RSS's influence in decisions. Notable replacements include jailed MLA Ganpat Gaikwad’s wife, Sulabha.

In a grave attack in Ganderbal, Kashmir, Pakistani terrorists killed six construction workers and a doctor, the deadliest assault on civilians in decades. This incident occurred near Apco Infratech's tunnel project and highlighted renewed terrorist targeting of non-locals. Union Home Minister Amit Shah condemned the attack, promising stern action against those responsible.

LTIMindtree, India's sixth-largest tech services firm, focuses on larger clients and AI integration, securing its largest-ever deal with a U.S. manufacturer. Despite revenue growth, concerns about seasonal factors and macroeconomic challenges remain. The company aims for a robust $5 billion deal pipeline.

Donald Trump, in a campaign move, visited a McDonald's in Pennsylvania, where he donned an apron to make and distribute french fries to his supporters. This stunt targeted Kamala Harris’s claim of working at a McDonald's, which Trump disputes, calling her 'Lyin' Kamala.' Critics mocked Trump for the act on social media.

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Police are investigating conflicting theories in the murder of former Congress minister Baba Siddique, linking jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and his gang. Shubam Lonkar's social media claim and the silence from Bishnoi's Canadian associates raise doubts. The slum rehabilitation issue is suspected, but Lonkar's limited background adds further skepticism.