Times of India

Eight flights to and from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport received bomb threats via social media on Saturday. Authorities conducted thorough security checks and found nothing suspicious. The affected flights included six international and two domestic, causing inconvenience but ensuring the safety of customers and crew as per standard procedures.

ICAO has increased compensation limits for international flight issues under the Montreal Convention, effective Dec 28. The new upper limit for death compensation rises from Rs 1.4 crore to Rs 1.7 crore. This affects 140 countries, including India. The revision adjusts for inflation and requires legal provisions by December's end.

The civil aviation ministry is reevaluating measures like placing individuals behind hoax bomb threats on a 'no-fly' list for five years and amending the Aircraft Act, 1934 with stricter penalties. Despite the Lok Sabha passing the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024, dedicated provisions for hoax threats aren’t yet included.

An unprecedented surge of hoax bomb threats targeted 30-40 Indian flights and five Delta Air Lines flights on Saturday, marking the highest in a day. These threats caused significant disruptions and delays due to necessary security checks. Authorities emphasized the robust safety protocols in place and urged passengers to continue flying without fear.

Haridwar district administration demolished a 15-20 year-old illegally constructed mazar in Mirpur village after the investigation revealed its illegality. The land, owned by the rehabilitation department, was leased for agriculture but had an expired lease. Despite prior notice, occupants failed to remove the structure, leading to its demolition.

Tension arose in Secunderabad after a bandh by VHP and Bajrang Dal turned violent following the desecration of an idol at Muthyalamma temple. Clashes between protesters and police resulted in injuries. Additional forces were deployed, and the area was cordoned off to maintain law and order.

Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar is appointed as the new chairperson of the National Commission for Women, succeeding Rekha Sharma. Rahatkar, previously the Maharashtra Women's Commission chief, will commence her tenure immediately. The Ministry of Women and Child Development also confirmed Archana Majumdar's appointment as an NCW member for three years.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the need for military leaders to think critically, adapt, and leverage advanced technologies. He highlighted the importance of understanding cyber, space, and information warfare, as well as geopolitics and international relations. Singh urged the National Defence College to evolve its curriculum to include unconventional warfare and strategic innovations.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has requested 12 seats in the MVA alliance and had a positive discussion with Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray. SP, with two MLAs in Maharashtra, is campaigning vigorously and has announced candidates for multiple seats, seeking more influence in regions like Mumbai, MMR, and Dhule.

The Election Commission has ordered the immediate removal of Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta over past allegations of biased conduct and misuse of authority. The state government is directed to assign his duties to the most senior DGP-level officer and submit a list of senior IPS officers by Monday for the new appointment.

BJP has released its first list of candidates for 66 of the 68 constituencies they plan to contest in the Jharkhand polls, naming veteran leaders and former MPs. Major candidates include state president Babulal Marandi and former CM Champai Soren, reinforcing local strength and incumbent positions.

After a virtual breakdown in seat-sharing talks within Maha Vikas Aghadi, leaders from Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP met to resolve the issue. While 263 seats were agreed upon, consensus on 25 seats remains elusive. Talks resumed with optimism for a resolution in one or two days, aiming for a united front against BJP.

Four men were jailed for a murder they did not commit after the supposed victim, Tejveer Singh, was found alive in a Pakistani jail. Critical investigation flaws, including reliance on clothing for identification and delayed DNA report, led to their wrongful imprisonment. One man remains in custody as others fight to clear their names.

Madhya Pradesh high court orders the transfer of Bhalumada police station staff to locations at least 900km away to prevent conspiracies. The DGP is directed to ensure all police station rooms have CCTV with audio. The court also mandates Rs 1.2 lakh compensation to the victim.

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu encourages southern states to have more children, citing concerns over an ageing population. The state govt plans to incentivize larger families and may pass new legislation to support this initiative. Naidu highlights the fertility rate drop and migration issues.

Bank unions in Maharashtra plan to strike on Nov 16, citing unsafe working conditions caused by the Ladki Bahin Yojana scheme. Incidents of harassment and assault by scheme beneficiaries and local politicians have created a fearful atmosphere among bank employees. Unions are demanding better security and additional manpower, while the state government has expressed willingness to discuss concerns.

Militants launched an early morning attack on Borobekra police station in Manipur’s Jiribam district, a day after a school was torched. Security forces repelled the attackers, and reinforcements were sent. No casualties reported, and vulnerable residents were moved to safer areas.

A Navy captain, Mridul Shah, successfully reclaimed his family-owned property, Rose Bank Cottage, in Nainital. This came after a sessions court upheld an earlier eviction ruling against Neelam Singh, who, along with her family, had occupied the property for nearly 58 years at a nominal rent.

India and the US are deepening their collaboration on critical minerals by targeting joint ventures in third countries. They aim to secure supply chains and pave the way for a Future Free Trade Agreement. This also includes cooperation in pharma, digital tech, telecom, and defence.

Life threats against Salman Khan by gangster Lawrence Bishnoi keep recurring, drawing attention to unresolved 1998 poaching cases involving Khan. The Bishnoi community remains divided, with some demanding an apology from Khan, while others seek prosecution. Law enforcement faces challenges due to these ongoing threats.