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Nov 3, 2026, 04:13 PM
Mumbai Mayor Accused of Focusing on Caste and Religion

Mumbai Mayor Accused of Focusing on Caste and Religion

Mumbai, Nov 3: Ritu Tawde is the first mayor of Mumbai who focuses on caste and religion, Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray alleged on Tuesday after the Bombay High Court expressed "deep pain and displeasure" over political objections to actor Dia Mirza's eco-friendly Diwali campaign video. He said mayors across the world talk about clean water, education, open spaces, primary healthcare centres, but "She (Tawde) is the first mayor who focuses on caste and religion". #WATCH | Maharashtra: On the controversy over Actress Dia Mirza's pollution-free Diwali campaign, Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde says, "If we look at Dia Mirza’s entire profile, we see that she has opposed the Narmada project and the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). She has also spoken against efforts to address the environmental crisis—an area in which we ourselves have been working. She has even opposed statements made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Consistently, her opposition appears to be directed against Hindutva. Regarding how Hindus should celebrate Diwali—we certainly do not need Dia Mirza to teach us. We know how to celebrate our own Diwali. You should focus on your selective agenda. The full picture is clear: you are against Hindutva. That is why we have strongly opposed her video; we do not need her to instruct us, as Hindus, on how to celebrate Diwali..." In a post on X, Thackeray said the BJP turns every administration controlled by it into a circus. "Total clownery in the BMC, where the mayor and her bosses claim they don't know what the administration does, whenever it goes wrong," Thackeray said. Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray says, "... But the unfortunate thing here is that if you look at the Mayor of Mumbai, everywhere in the world, mayors focus on civic issues. However, there is this BJP leader whose entire focus is only on Hindu-Muslim issues and caste discrimination. Today, whether it's Dia Mirza, Ajinkya Rahane, or Madhuri Dixit, the BMC itself wrote a letter asking them to make those videos. And now, the Mayor herself is claiming she wasn't aware of it. So, how are they running the government" He said the mayor's focus has been on her car's red beacon, renovation of her residence and now on a citizen's religion in a video message that was asked for by the BMC itself. Expressing "deep pain and displeasure" over political objections to actor Dia Mirza's video for an eco-friendly Diwali campaign, the Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the BMC to re-upload the deleted clip, reminding the public that the Constitution expects all citizens to foster a secular spirit. Also Watch: The development came a day after Mirza's video sparked a political row, leading the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to selectively remove her clip from social media following Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam's objection and Mayor Tawde's comments labelling her "anti-Hindu". (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.) To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/
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Nov 3, 2026, 03:47 PM
Power Struggle Erupts at Kolhapur Cooperative Milk Union Over Voting Rights

Power Struggle Erupts at Kolhapur Cooperative Milk Union Over Voting Rights

Mumbai: The power struggle over the control of the Kolhapur District Cooperative Milk Producers' Union (Gokul) has intensified, with Congress MLA Satej alias Bunty Patil accusing the ruling Mahayuti of attempting to overturn the electoral mandate by granting voting rights to government-nominated directors. Patil alleged that despite securing a clear majority in the recently concluded elections, the opposition's 'Samvichari alliance' (like-minded) alliance was being deliberately kept away from power through political manoeuvres. He termed the reported move to appoint four government-nominated directors with voting rights an attempt to undermine democracy and urged the ruling alliance to respect the mandate of milk producers. The like-minded alliance won 13 of the 25 seats in the Gokul election, securing a majority. However, all 12 directors belonging to the Mahayuti remained absent from the meeting convened on October 29 to elect the chairman. Since the mandatory quorum of 14 directors was not met, the meeting had to be postponed. Following this, directors from the Samvichari alliance (like-minded alliance) approached the court. During the hearing, the court directed that the meeting be convened and notices be issued to all directors to ensure their presence. Meanwhile, Patil alleged that the Mahayuti was attempting to retain control of Gokul by appointing four government-nominated members and granting them voting rights. He said that instead of accepting its electoral defeat, the ruling alliance was using technical grounds to delay the process and alter the majority equation. Questioning the need for elections if the people's mandate could be blocked on technical grounds, Patil asked whether the government was considering amending the law or granting voting rights to nominated directors to change the majority in Gokul. He warned that what was happening in the cooperative milk union could be repeated in municipal corporations, municipal councils and zilla parishads. If nominated members were allowed to overturn an electoral mandate, the value of votes cast by citizens would be undermined, he said. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/
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Nov 3, 2026, 02:28 PM
J&K MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi Quits National Conference, Resigns from Lok Sabha

J&K MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi Quits National Conference, Resigns from Lok Sabha

In a major setback to Jammu and Kashmir's ruling National Conference (NC), Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Monday announced his decision to quit the party and resign from the Lok Sabha, accusing its leadership of betraying the people's mandate and failing to fulfil electoral promises. Ruhullah made the announcement during a public gathering organised in Budgam to mark the death anniversary of his father, Aga Syed Mehdi. A large number of supporters gathered at the Behesht-e-Zahra Park for the event. Let us know! 👂 What type of content would you like to see from us this year? Displaying his resignation to the gathering, the MP declared that he was stepping down and described his decision as an 'Azadinama'. He submitted his resignation from the party through Mohammad Ashraf Mattu. Before announcing his decision, Ruhullah launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, saying that the chair he occupied had become a source of distress for everyone. He further alleged that Omar did not need to place his cap and dignity at the feet of others to protect his position and power. Explaining his decision, Ruhullah said his differences with the party leadership were ideological and political rather than personal. He accused the National Conference of failing to honour its commitments on the restoration of Article 370, protection of constitutional rights, reservation policy and the release of prisoners lodged in jails. He maintained that compromising on these issues was not an option for him, as the party had sought public support on the basis of these very promises. Ruhullah also clarified that he was not planning to join another political party. Instead, he intends to build a new political platform by bringing together honest, committed and politically aware youth who understand the concerns of Jammu and Kashmir and want to work towards social change. Meanwhile, his Lok Sabha seat will not become vacant immediately. His resignation will have to be formally accepted by the Lok Sabha Speaker before the Srinagar constituency can be declared vacant and a by-election initiated under the relevant legal provisions.
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Amar Ujala
Nov 3, 2026, 01:59 PM
India Approves Budget for Development Projects; BJP Plans Padyatra to Promote Democracy

India Approves Budget for Development Projects; BJP Plans Padyatra to Promote Democracy

Cabinet: More than Rs 23,300 crore to be spent on development and infrastructure, from forests to irrigation Budget approved Announcement BJP is engaged in ensuring participation of different sections of the society in this padyatra. Party workers are also ready to participate in this padyatra. Party workers will join the padyatra with the message of protecting democracy and opposing anarchy. This padyatra is also being considered politically important due to the presence of Union Minister JP Nadda. BJP is preparing to give political messages from the capital to the state in the presence of senior party leaders along with the Chief Minister and the State BJP President. Also Read - MP: CM Mohan Yadav's advice to the new DSP - Solve more real problems than reel, wipe out drugs by 2029 BJP is working on a strategy to respond to Congress allegations regarding Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Roll (SIR), election process and constitutional institutions through this campaign.
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Nov 3, 2026, 01:46 PM
Assam SEC Announces Polling Date for Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council Election

Assam SEC Announces Polling Date for Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council Election

The Assam State Election Commission (SEC) on Tuesday announced November 30 as the polling date for the 2026 General Election to the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council (SKAC), with voting scheduled across all 32 constituencies. The election will cover 1,63,966 registered voters, including 79,295 men, 84,667 women and four voters in the other category. The Commission has arranged 337 polling stations across the constituencies. According to the election schedule, the nomination process began with the issuance of the notification on November 3 and will continue until November 10. Candidates can file their nomination papers on working days, excluding public holidays, between 11 am and 3 pm. Scrutiny of nomination papers will take place on November 12, while the deadline for withdrawal of nominations is November 16. The final list of contesting candidates will be published on the same day. Polling will be held from 7.30 am to 4 pm on November 30. If required, re-polling will take place on December 1 during the same hours. Counting of votes will begin at 8 am on December 3 and continue until the process is completed. The entire election process is scheduled to conclude by December 5. The SEC has fixed the maximum permissible election expenditure at Rs 2 lakh per candidate.
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Nov 3, 2026, 01:46 PM
Amit Shah Challenges Rahul Gandhi to Debate, Accuses Him of Supporting Unconstitutional Governments

Amit Shah Challenges Rahul Gandhi to Debate, Accuses Him of Supporting Unconstitutional Governments

Home Minister Amit Shah said that the Modi government is ready to discuss every issue in Parliament. This includes revision of electoral rolls (SIR). He challenged Rahul Gandhi for a debate. Shah has said that Rahul Gandhi has supported Janatana Sarkar (Maoists'concept of'people's government') and unconstitutional governments. Home Minister Shah was in Nava Raipur on Wednesday to attend the inauguration of the developed Bharat Sankalp Park People One at Kayabandha in Atal Nagar. Shah further targeted the Congress in his speech. The Congress party has always supported unconstitutional governments and MPs. The people did not elect any government in these places. The Naxals used to have their own Home Minister, Chief Minister and Finance Minister. After all, which constitution gives the people the right to allow any government?
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Nov 3, 2026, 01:44 PM
Chhattisgarh Celebrates Development, Free from Naxalism: Union Home Minister Shah

Chhattisgarh Celebrates Development, Free from Naxalism: Union Home Minister Shah

Shah said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee created the state of Chhattisgarh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked to nurture and develop it. He congratulated all the people of Chhattisgarh, especially the tribal brothers and sisters. Shah said that the state is now moving towards development, free from Naxalism. He lauded the efforts of the Central Armed Police Forces and the Chhattisgarh Police. The Union Home Minister said that Chhattisgarh is now free from the menace of Naxalism. The state is moving fast on the path of development. He said, Atal Bihari Vajpayee built Chhattisgarh, and Narendra Modi has worked to nurture and develop it. Shah congratulated the people of Chhattisgarh, especially the tribal community. He expressed deep appreciation and gratitude for the efforts of the Central Armed Police Force and the Chhattisgarh Police. The Minister of Home Affairs accused the Congress of always supporting unconstitutional governments. Shah said that in areas where the government was not elected by the people, the parallel government of Naxalites had hanged many journalists and journalists. He also accused the Congress of playing a role in this issue.
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Nov 3, 2026, 01:27 PM
Bihar Candidate Allegedly Spent 20 Times Legal Limit on Election Campaign

Bihar Candidate Allegedly Spent 20 Times Legal Limit on Election Campaign

This amount is much more than the legal limit of election expenditure set by the Election Commission of India. As per rules, a candidate can spend a maximum of Rs 95 lakh in a Lok Sabha election. As per Election Commission rules, the maximum limit of election expenditure for a candidate in a Lok Sabha election is Rs 95 lakh and Rs 40 lakh in an assembly election. According to Anant Singh's alleged claim, he spent nearly 20 times the limit. However, he could not ensure the victory of his wife Neelam Devi. Neelam Devi was in a direct contest with Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh of the Janata Dal United (JDU) in that election in 2019. Lalan Singh defeated Neelam Devi. However, later the relationship between Anant Singh and Lalan Singh improved considerably. Currently, Lalan Singh is a cabinet minister from the JDU quota in the Narendra Modi government at the Centre. However, the authenticity of this viral audio has not been officially confirmed. The voice and tone of the people involved in the conversation indicate that Anant Singh and Gunjavada did not discuss the details of the election.
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Nov 3, 2026, 01:24 PM
Bihar MLC Election: MLA Madhav Anand Attacks BJP After JDU Candidate's Defeat

Bihar MLC Election: MLA Madhav Anand Attacks BJP After JDU Candidate's Defeat

MLA Madhav Anand of Upendra Kushwaha's party has come up with a big statement on the defeat of JDU candidate Anand Pushkar from Saran Teachers'seat in the Bihar MLC election. He has attacked the BJP in a gesture. Madhav Anand, in a conversation with ABP News on Tuesday (November 3, 2026), questioned that there should be a review on who we lost to who was in the BJP till a few days ago. He said that he will speak in the NDA meeting.
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Aaj Tak
Nov 3, 2026, 01:24 PM
Air India CEO Highlights Challenges of Middle Eastern Geopolitics on Global Airlines

Air India CEO Highlights Challenges of Middle Eastern Geopolitics on Global Airlines

Air India CEO Tewolde has said that the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are affecting all airlines in the world in some way or the other. According to Air India CEO Tewolde, the Middle East and Pakistan airspace restrictions are causing Air India to make changes to its network. In addition, the airline is facing indirect challenges such as fuel prices more than doubling compared to last year. Air India CEO described the closure of Pakistan airspace as a different challenge for the company. He said, "We have a different problem with Pakistan airspace closure. It is not affecting our competitors. It is not affecting all airlines in the Middle East."
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Aaj Tak
Nov 3, 2026, 01:24 PM
US Midterm Elections: What You Need to Know

US Midterm Elections: What You Need to Know

The midterm elections in the United States are taking place right now. In fact, these elections in the United States take place exactly two years after the presidential election. This election does not vote for the president, but its results can have a big impact on the power of the president and the work of the government. There are many questions in the mind of the people about this election. What is this election, who votes in it, what is its effect? Let's know all the things you want to know about the midterm elections in America. In this election, all 435 seats in the lower house of the US parliament, the lower house of the House of Representatives, are voted for. At the same time, elections are held for about a third of the seats in the Senate. In addition, many state governors and local representatives are also elected. That is, this election can decide whether the president's party will remain in the majority in the parliament or the opposition party will get more power. The biggest question is when the presidential election does not take place, what is the result of the midterm elections?
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Aaj Tak
Nov 3, 2026, 01:22 PM
Rahul Gandhi Challenges PM Modi for Open Debate on National Issues

Rahul Gandhi Challenges PM Modi for Open Debate on National Issues

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has once again challenged the Prime Minister for an open debate. Rahul Gandhi said in his X post that it has been 24 hours and he has challenged the PM. He said that the PM says that the opposition is anti-national, then choose a place on any stage and debate with him. Rahul Gandhi said that in the debate, the question arose that who is a traitor, who has a connection with foreign forces and what kind of connection. He said that both will meet, there will be media, there will be youth of the country and there will be a table. On one side the PM will sit and on the other side he will sit. He said that whoever has to be made a judge, make him. Mohan Bhagwat can also be made a judge and then debate. Rahul Gandhi said that questions will be raised on the financial system and financial structure in the debate. He raised questions like how the US deal was done, why it was done so quickly, why only the PM did it and why the cabinet was not told. He said that instead of closing the Adani case and Modi's app, I have also mentioned that you have been given a 24-hour debate.
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Nov 3, 2026, 01:16 PM
US Launches Defensive Strikes on Iranian Bases Near Strait of Hormuz

US Launches Defensive Strikes on Iranian Bases Near Strait of Hormuz

There is no sign of de-escalation between Iran and the US. Now the US has carried out defensive strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. These strikes have been carried out on Iranian bases. Explosions have been heard on Qeshm Island. These strikes have taken place at a time when US Vice President J.D. Vance has said that there is a development in talks with Iran. US President Donald Trump has said after the attack that after Iranian security forces fired an air defense missile at an American plane near Hormuz, the US military has destroyed an Iranian missile launcher on Qeshm Island. Breaking News: US Strikes Iran: Reports indicate that near the Strait of Hormuz, US forces destroyed an Iranian missile launcher on Qeshm Island after Iranian forces fired an air-defense missile at a US aircraft. Washington states that this operation was carried out for the purpose of self-defense. According to the foreign ministry spokesman of Washington, Tehran's attitude is rather arrogant and dismissive.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:53 PM
Escalating Tensions in Strait of Hormuz: Three Tankers Hit by Explosions, IRGC Claims

Escalating Tensions in Strait of Hormuz: Three Tankers Hit by Explosions, IRGC Claims

Tensions continue to escalate in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has claimed that three tankers passing through Hormuz without Iran's permission were hit by explosions after hitting a sea mine. According to the IRGC, the three tankers were passing through the southern part of the Strait and had their location tracking systems turned off. The ships caught fire after the explosions and were seen burning near the southern coast of the Strait. Iran has long warned that ships passing through this important sea route without its permission could be intercepted. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital sea route for energy supplies in the world. Rising tensions here could raise concerns about international maritime traffic and oil supplies. Meanwhile, the IRGC claimed to have shot down two American Lucas drones over Iran's coastal port of Khamir. According to the IRGC, the Strait's drones were also destroyed on Monday night.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:51 PM
Bihar Chief Minister's Confusing Statement on Crime Sparks Controversy

Bihar Chief Minister's Confusing Statement on Crime Sparks Controversy

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary got confused while speaking on crime and crime. He said that crime is not a crime in Bihar. Tejashwi Yadav surrounded him on his statement. Jan Suraj Party also took a jibe at him. Chirag Paswan, who is now a Union Minister and is in the NDA alliance, has reacted to this. Speaking to the media in Patna on Tuesday (November 03, 2026), Union Minister Chirag Paswan said on the statement of Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, "Home Minister is, Chief Minister of our state, surely he will have statistics... And as a Bihari, I would like to believe that crime, crime, criminals should end from Bihar, Bihar should become a safe state." He said, "We are moving forward with the thought of making Bihar First, Bihari First. If our state will be able to give with full confidence, then more investors will come to Bihar. Patna." Union Minister Chirag Paswan said on Chief Minister's statement, "Bihar as a crime, as a crime, as a crime, as a crime, as a crime, as a crime."
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:50 PM
Uttar Pradesh Develops Terai Region as New Center for Bio-Pharma Industry

Uttar Pradesh Develops Terai Region as New Center for Bio-Pharma Industry

The Yogi government is constantly working towards making the state a major center of pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing. Under this, the Yogi government has taken a big step towards developing the Terai region of Pilibhit as a new center of bio-pharma industry. As per the intention of CM Yogi, a modern industrial area of 951.79 acres is being developed by the Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) in Bhara Pachpeda of Amariya tehsil of Pilibhit. 200 acres of land has been marked for a bio-pharma park. The park will promote the manufacture of modern biological medicines like vaccines, insulin, gene therapy and monoclonal antibodies. Through this, there is a plan to create a new industrial ecosystem for biotechnology-based manufacturing, research and innovation in the state. Promoted Uttar Pradesh Pharma Council Director and Specialist Dr. G. N. Singh said that the Chief Minister's emphasis is on developing new industrial areas in Pilibhit's industrial area instead of keeping the industrial development of Pilibhit on a limited scale.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:43 PM
BJP Steps Up Organisational Efforts Ahead of Himachal Pradesh Assembly Elections

BJP Steps Up Organisational Efforts Ahead of Himachal Pradesh Assembly Elections

Daulatpur Chowk (Una): In view of the proposed Assembly elections in Himachal Pradesh in 2027, the BJP has started increasing its activity at the organisational level. In this sequence, an organisational meeting of the BJP was held in the Gagret Assembly constituency. BJP Organising Minister Siddharthan was specially present in the meeting, while State BJYM Vice President Chaitanya Sharma also participated in it. The meeting discussed the organisational strategy for the upcoming Assembly elections. Discussions were held with the office bearers to strengthen the party organisation at the booth level, effective implementation of the set action plans and give impetus to the organisational activities at the divisional level. Apart from this, emphasis was also laid on increasing coordination among the workers and ensuring pro-activeness in discharging the organisational responsibilities.
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Amar Ujala
Nov 3, 2026, 12:32 PM
Filthy Temple Entrance Despite Heavy Traffic

Filthy Temple Entrance Despite Heavy Traffic

According to the villagers, this route also connects many villages including Thithoula. Employees working in industrial areas also travel through this route daily. Locals say that the road carries about two thousand people every day. Despite this, the filth in front of the temple is not being cleaned. Advertisers Giri, Savage Alam, Nitin Goswami, Sushil Kumar, Rajkumar Kundra, Bishambhar Singh, Rameshwar Singh, and Dilroz said that the filth is causing a lot of trouble to the people. At the same time, the office bearers of the Hindu organization have also expressed resentment over the filth in front of the temple. Anuj Bajrangi, the president of the organization, said that the public representatives who do politics in the name of temples are not seeing the filth in front of the temple. The villagers warned that if the cleaning is not done soon, then the agitation will be held.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:31 PM
Bihar Parties Prepare to Contest Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2027

Bihar Parties Prepare to Contest Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2027

Political parties in Bihar have started preparing to strengthen their base in UP ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections 2027. Union Minister Chirag Paswan has said that his party Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is all set for the UP elections. Earlier, Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar has also expressed his desire to strengthen the organization of his party JDU in Uttar Pradesh and fight the elections with NDA. The statements of both the leaders have started a new discussion in UP politics. Union Minister Chirag Paswan told the media in Patna on Tuesday (November 03, 2026) that his party is all set to contest the elections in Uttar Pradesh. He informed that the party is going to have a big gathering in Kashi the next day. Also, the foundation day of the party will be celebrated on November 28 in Lucknow. Chirag said that until the elections come closer, his party will come up as a strong contender in Uttar Pradesh. He expressed confidence that Ram Vilas (LJP) will present itself in the assembly as an organizational program to strengthen the party.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:30 PM
India and Poland Strengthen Economic Ties Amid EU-India Free Trade Agreement Negotiations

India and Poland Strengthen Economic Ties Amid EU-India Free Trade Agreement Negotiations

The Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, said on Tuesday that India and Poland are moving decisively and effectively in the direction to strengthen bilateral economic ties amid the negotiations to implement the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Prasada, who met Poland’s Deputy Foreign Minister Ignacy Niemczycki in Warsaw, said the ties between India and Poland are getting stronger under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Poland said the two nations are entering a new chapter of cooperation. Following Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s recent visit to Delhi and Bengaluru, Deputy FM Niemczycki met Prasada in Warsaw. “We are focusing on concrete areas of cooperation: A space agreement and new flight connections with @LOTPLAirlines; shipbuilding, mining and defence industries; and digitalisation and support for the EU-India Free Trade Agreement”, said Poland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. “Economic ties with the world’s most populous country are gaining tremendous momentum,” it said in a post on X. Last month, PM Modi and his Polish counterpart Tusk set a target of doubling bilateral trade between the two countries by 2030, according to a joint statement issued after their meeting here. The leaders called for early signing and ratification of the EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as well as its timely implementation, to unlock new opportunities for trade and investment, diversifying and strengthening critical value chains, and opening new markets, the statement said. PM Modi invited Polish companies to expand their investments and operations in India and to benefit from India’s large market, skilled workforce and growing manufacturing and innovation ecosystem. Tusk appreciated Indian investment in Poland and highlighted Poland’s strength as a gateway for Indian businesses seeking to expand their presence in Central and Eastern Europe and the wider European market. The two leaders agreed to expand cooperation in agriculture by resuming the activities of the bilateral working group, aimed at intensifying bilateral trade and cooperation. -IANS
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:22 PM
Congress Slams AAP Government in Punjab, Launches Campaign with Rahul Gandhi

Congress Slams AAP Government in Punjab, Launches Campaign with Rahul Gandhi

In Chandigarh, Congress's Punjab in-charge Sachin Pilot targeted the Aam Aadmi Party government. He said that Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge will go to Sangrur in Punjab on Wednesday, where a big Congress rally is going to be held. He said that four and a half years ago, the Aam Aadmi Party had asked for a chance from the people of Punjab, but the people were only deceived in return. He alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party was pushing Punjab towards darkness. Sachin Pilot said that the Aam Aadmi Party's own leaders were also leaving the party now. He said that the Congress would work to bring Punjab back on track. Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi said that the Congress is going to hold a big rally in Sangrur, Punjab on Wednesday. Rahul Gandhi will be present in this rally and will launch the Congress'campaign for the upcoming elections. Channi said that during the last full parliamentary session, the Congress under Rahul Gandhi repeatedly demanded a discussion on the issue of the SIR, but the BJP did not even give a single day to discuss the main issue of the Congress government. He also alleged that the Prime Minister did not discuss this issue.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:17 PM
Indian Stock Markets Surge to New Highs Amid Falling Oil Prices and Strong Company Results

Indian Stock Markets Surge to New Highs Amid Falling Oil Prices and Strong Company Results

At the end of trading on Tuesday, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 1, 225.07 points, or 1.62%, to close at 76, 917.85, the highest level of the day. Similarly, the 50-share NSE Nifty rose 370.05 points, or 1.58%, to the day's peak of 23, 810.85. According to Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Investments Ltd., falling crude oil prices, softening US bond yields, and FII withdrawals have eased recent macroeconomic pressures. Strong second-quarter (Q2) results from companies have also bolstered the country's economic outlook. Re-buying by foreign investors after a prolonged sell-off has seen widespread participation in financial and consumption sectors. Meanwhile, global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.72% higher at around $105.6 per barrel. On November 3, 2026, millions of voters are voting to elect Donald Trump to a second term in office.
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The Moscow Times
Nov 3, 2026, 12:11 PM
Supreme Court Grants Relief to Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee in Media Trial Case

Supreme Court Grants Relief to Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee in Media Trial Case

The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted relief to Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee and asked the Calcutta High Court to consider his plea against media trial related to investigations and cases against him. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said that Banerjee can mention for hearing the matter on the reopening of the high court. Senior advocate Shoeb Alam, appearing for Banerjee, said that the matter was taken up for hearing only once by the high court, when the petitioner was told that it did not have the roster. "Since then, I have mentioned the matter three times before the high court but the petition has not been taken up for hearing but there is continuing violation of my rights," Alam submitted. He contended that this court has in several judgments held that the presumption of innocence cannot be taken away by media trials. The bench noted that the high court was reopening on November 16 after Durga Puja and Diwali break, and the petitioner was at liberty to mention the matter for consideration of the interim relief. It asked the high court to consider Banerjee's plea. The Lok Sabha MP has sought an order in the high court restraining investigating agencies from sharing his personal information with media outlets and alleged that selective leaks by the investigating officer (IO) were tarnishing his image. He said these could also influence the ongoing investigations against him. Banerjee, who is under investigation in multiple cases, has alleged that probe agencies were leaking details of searches, interrogations and other legal steps to a section of the media and several news articles have appeared in different newspapers. He has contended that such deliberate leaks by police officials violated his rights to dignity, reputation and a fair investigation under Article 21 of the Constitution, and could tarnish his public image while influencing the investigations against him. Banerjee has sought direction restraining media outlets from reporting or publishing news about him relating to matters forming part of the ongoing investigations. (With inputs from PTI)
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Indian Express
Nov 3, 2026, 12:07 PM
Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Resigns from National Conference, Accuses Party Leader of Lying to People

Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Resigns from National Conference, Accuses Party Leader of Lying to People

Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Tuesday signed a two-page resignation from the podium, in front of thousands of supporters in Budgam. The signature, he said, ensures his freedom from the National Conference. He has also emailed his resignation from the Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. With this, he has ended his 24-year association with the party. Ruhullah spoke directly to his voters at the Behisht-e-Zehra park on Tuesday, tearing into the National Conference and the politics of J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. He accused NC president Farooq Abdullah of lying to the people of J&K about the fight for the restoration of Article 370, and backtracking on their promises to the people. He also addressed the Centre, asserting that the people of J&K “will speak to you on their terms, not on the agenda you set.” After signing the resignation letter, in a symbolic gesture, he handed over the document to Muhammad Ashraf Mattoo, father of 17-year-old Tufail Mattoo, who was killed in 2010 in alleged police firing when Omar Abdullah was chief minister. Ruhullah contested the 2002 assembly election from Budgam after his father, Aga Syed Mehdi, was assassinated in a suspected militant attack in Budgam on November 3, 2000. He chose his father’s death anniversary as the day to announce his resignation from both party and post. He has represented the Budgam assembly constituency over three tenures and successfully contested the Srinagar parliamentary election for the first time in 2024. The seat was previously contested and represented by NC president Dr Farooq Abdullah and Ruhullah’s candidature from the seat came after Abdullah declined from contesting again, given his stronghold over central Kashmir’s Budgam district and importantly, his stature as a Shia religious leader. After winning the seat, Ruhullah along with senior NC leadership was made part of the NC’s manifesto committee and that manifesto eventually became one of the key sticking points between Ruhullah and the NC. He also campaigned for several candidates in the 2024 Assembly elections, including for Omar Abdullah, who contested the Budgam constituency as a second seat. The rift Differences between him and the party spilled into public domain after he accompanied students protesting the lack of adequate representation in the open merit in education and jobs in J&K. In December 2024, Ruhullah stood with them outside the chief minister’s residence at Gupkar Road. He was, since then, not seen at the party’s internal meetings and the party MLAs remained absent from Ruhullah’s constituency-related administrative meetings. He then began questioning the party’s departure from its ideological stand and accused them of abandoning its core principles. On Tuesday, Ruhullah, tore into the Omar Abdullah government’s performance on several promises of the party’s election manifesto. “Rationalisation of reservation, 200 units of electricity, restoration of constitutional guarantees, that was the fight. You don’t remember how you pulled your cap off your head and placed it before the people,” he said. Accusing the CM of “disappointing every Kashmiri” by going to the Prime Minister and Home Minister with shawls after he won the Assembly election, Ruhullah said, “You lied and misled the people, you used me. My people had faith on me.” He also repeated Omar’s words to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration on the Z Morh tunnel at Sonmarg in January 2025 where he said, “Prime Minister saheb, you might have seen the weather has supported you; there is not a single cloud in the sky.” Ruhullah said that if he were truly Kashmiri, he would know that a lack of clouds during the chillai kalan (Kashmir’s coldest period in the year) “is actually a bad omen.” “How would a BJP government (in J&K) look any different from the one we have?” Ruhullah asked. He highlighted that the NC says that those who have taken away constitutional guarantees enshrined in Article 370 will not be the ones to return it. “Where was this language during the elections?” he asked, adding that he will not be part of this lie, nor will he let the people of Kashmir be a part of it. Addressing the BJP and the RSS, Ruhullah said, “Enough is enough. The people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh will not compromise with their dignity any longer. You can use as much force as you want, but our constitutional protections are our right, and we consider those our dignity.” Accusing the NC government of being “enslaved” by the Centre, Ruhullah said, “ Kashmir apni sharton pe baat karenge, tumhare alfazon mein baat nahin karega .” Before signing the resignation, he announced that he is keen to find honest young people who have compassion, who are willing to join politics, and who will fight for the rights and dignity of their people. “I will go as far as I need to find them,” he said.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:03 PM
Ukrainian Krishi Dal (UKD) Strengthens Organization Ahead of Assembly Elections

Ukrainian Krishi Dal (UKD) Strengthens Organization Ahead of Assembly Elections

Strengthening the organization for the elections. Workers and office bearers of Ukrand are active in the assembly due to the upcoming assembly elections. UKD leaders Prakash Ram, Mohan Ram etc. said that the wheel of development has stopped in this disaster-hit assembly. UKD is taking public issues to the people. Along with continuous public relations, the organization is also being strengthened for the elections.
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Nov 3, 2026, 12:03 PM
India to Shift from Aadhaar to Voter IDs for Government Scheme Beneficiaries

India to Shift from Aadhaar to Voter IDs for Government Scheme Beneficiaries

The central government is preparing to change the way beneficiaries are identified in panchayat raj schemes. Aadhaar will no longer be the primary identification document for availing benefits of government schemes. This will be replaced by the Voter ID card i.e. Epic number. Beneficiaries will also have to undergo biometric verification along with it. Union Panchayati Raj Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh said on Tuesday. Under the new system, beneficiaries will be paid for government schemes on the basis of this identity. The minister told the media in Gangtok about this change. He said that Aadhaar is being used to pay beneficiaries of government schemes. But it will no longer be the primary means of identification. In the new system, beneficiaries will have to give their Epic number along with biometric verification. According to the minister, these two things will be their identification documents. Biometric ID will be given to beneficiaries on the basis of their biometric identification.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:59 AM
Indian Police Officer Under Fire Over Hooch Tragedies in Sagar and Morena

Indian Police Officer Under Fire Over Hooch Tragedies in Sagar and Morena

Anurag, a 2014-batch Indian Police Service officer, originally hails from Rajasthan. He is considered a better police officer, but has been in the news for the hooch deaths in Sagar and Morena as SP. More than 24 deaths were reported in the hooch tragedy in Morena in 2021, while 15 people lost their lives in Sagar. Morena's investigation revealed the sale of liquor under police protection. The state government had recently removed the collector in Sagar along with him. The state government has swung into action as soon as this matter came to light. The Chief Minister will reach the Police Headquarters (PHQ) this evening, where he will hold a crucial meeting with senior police officers. The sudden resignation of former Sagar Superintendent of Police Anurag Sujania, who was removed by the government earlier in the day, has become a talking point in the administrative sphere. The Chief Minister will attend a meeting of senior police officers at the police headquarters this evening after the episode came to light.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:55 AM
BJP Spokespersons Criticize Congress MP Neha Bora's Comments on Hinduism

BJP Spokespersons Criticize Congress MP Neha Bora's Comments on Hinduism

BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said that her views reflected the influence of Rahul Gandhi (who is also a Congress MP). Bhandari also accused the Congress of being hostile towards Hindus and claimed that the party's stand could pose a threat to the unity of the country. On the advertisement social media platform X, Bhandari shared Bora's comments and compared them to an old statement of Rahul Gandhi regarding the safety of women in temples. Her post further added to the political criticism of the AISA president's comments. BJP national spokesperson Shahnawaz Hussain, in a conversation with news agency IANS, accused Bora of constantly making offensive comments against Sanatan Dharma and its followers. He said that Bora's comments reflected his mindset of targeting a particular religious community. Hussain said, "The way Neha Bora insults Sanatan Dharma, the kind of language she uses, makes her feel that she has become a habitual target of people who believe in Sanatan Dharma."
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:52 AM
Bihar CM's Claim of 'No Crime' Sparks Political Row

Bihar CM's Claim of 'No Crime' Sparks Political Row

Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary made such a statement in Delhi about the crimes happening in Bihar that now politics has started on it. Actually, Samrat Chaudhary said at an event that we have no crime, the concept of crime has ended. Crime can happen but not crime. Now the opposition parties are questioning the knowledge of the CM. Samrat Chaudhary's statement was called ridiculous by Kumar Saurabh, the national spokesperson of the Jan Suraj Party. On Tuesday (November 3, 2026), he issued a statement saying,... "Saying that the concept of crime has ended from Bihar, there is no such thing as crime in Bihar anymore... Crime in Bihar can be crime not crime, like Samrat Chaudhary is the Chief Minister of Bihar, not the Chief Minister, Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister, not the Prime Minister, this is his (Samrat) latest knowledge." He took Samrat Chaudhary to task and said that he has taken a PFC degree from California. Saurabh Kumar raised the question that he is not reading even a bit of Bihar's crime or Google statistics.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:48 AM
Moradabad: A City of Brass, Biryani, and Historical Significance

Moradabad: A City of Brass, Biryani, and Historical Significance

Located on the banks of the Ramganga River in the western part of Uttar Pradesh (Rohilkhand region), Moradabad district is known worldwide as the Brass City. Be it brass or wood, the handicraft products made here are famous all over the world. At the same time, Muradabadi Biryani is a different recipe in itself, which non-vegetarian lovers eat with great relish. Speaking of politics, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi's in-law is also Moradabad. This district is adjacent to the border of Uttarakhand. Nainital is very close to here. Apart from being the divisional office of the Northern Railway, airport facilities are now available here. Famous as'Chaupala'in ancient times, this city was captured by Rustam Khan, the governor of Sambhal in 1624 AD. Later it was founded by Murad Baksh, the son of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, after whom it was named. In the first war of independence of 1857, the local Nawab of Moradabadi and the common people of Moradabadi also grew sugarcane and wheat on a large scale.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:42 AM
Bihar MLA Anant Singh Focuses on Daughter's Wedding Amid Legal Troubles

Bihar MLA Anant Singh Focuses on Daughter's Wedding Amid Legal Troubles

Whether it is the expulsion from the Janata Dal-United for campaigning for a Jan Suraj Party candidate in the legislative council elections, the recommendation to strip an MLA or the Supreme Court's order to surrender in the case of Dularchand Yadav murder in his area before the Bihar assembly elections - these things are not showing on the Bahubali MLA from Maikama. He is preparing for his younger daughter's wedding before surrendering by December 1 on the court's order. On Tuesday, he reached his native village Nadawan. It was also decided that a competition will be held on the occasion of the wedding, the winner of which will be given a Thar car. Mokama MLA Anant Singh reached his native village Nadawan to take stock of the preparations for his younger daughter's wedding. He received a large number of supporters at his reception. As soon as he arrived in the village, he took information about the horse race. He also inspected the field for the horse race. It is being said that the first prize winner in the horse race, Anant Singh, and the second winner of the bike race were sitting outside his house.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:39 AM
Subhaspa Announces Muslim Candidates, Warns BJP on NDA Alliances in Uttar Pradesh

Subhaspa Announces Muslim Candidates, Warns BJP on NDA Alliances in Uttar Pradesh

Political parties have intensified their preparations for the 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party (Subhaspa) national general secretary Arvind Rajbhar has made a big announcement. He said that his party will give tickets to two Muslim faces in the 2027 elections. He has also warned the BJP about the entry of NDA allies from Bihar into UP. Arvind Rajbhar categorically said that if the Bihar allies are made part of the NDA in UP, then Subhaspa will look for another option. Arvind Rajbhar, who arrived at the Subhaspa Yuva Morcha event in Ballia, said that his party will contest the 2027 assembly elections from Dumariyaganj and Shohratgarh seats. He also announced the names of the party's candidates for both seats. According to Arvind Rajbhar, the national president of the party's minority cell Aftab Alam and state president Khurshid Alam will contest the elections. Thus, Subhaspa has also raised the question of fielding two Muslim faces in the Bihar assembly elections.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:37 AM
Congress Leaders to Rally Against AAP in Punjab, Claiming Support for Youth and Families

Congress Leaders to Rally Against AAP in Punjab, Claiming Support for Youth and Families

Punjab Congress in-charge Sachin Pilot has made a big claim about the rally of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in Punjab. Pilot said that tomorrow's rally is going to be very important and will be attended by a large number of youth. Sachin Pilot said in Chandigarh, "Rahul Gandhi ji and Mallikarjun Kharge ji are coming to Sangrur tomorrow, where Congress is organizing an'Insaaf Rally '. This rally is being held to give justice to the people of Punjab, to whom the Aam Aadmi Party had promised change before coming to power, but in the last four and a half years they have only been cheated. The state is being pushed towards darkness, and the situation in Punjab today is never seen before." He further said, "Tomorrow Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge will give a message to the people of Punjab that we stand with them. We will stand with the families who have lost their loved ones, whose lives have been ruined due to drugs and who are facing economic crisis," Sachin Pilot said.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:30 AM
Indian Parliament Urges Transparency and Accountability in Government Spending

Indian Parliament Urges Transparency and Accountability in Government Spending

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday urged Public Accounts Committees (PACs) to ensure that every rupee of public money is accounted for and used for its intended purpose, calling for time-bound action on pending audit observations and greater scrutiny of the outcomes of government spending. Inaugurating the Conference of Chairpersons of Public Accounts Committees of Parliament and State and Union Territory Legislatures in Thiruvananthapuram, Lok Sabha Speaker Birla said transparency and accountability were cornerstones of democracy. Public expenditure, he said, should ultimately be judged by the difference it makes to citizens’ lives. He said the committees’ responsibilities extended beyond examining accounts and audit findings to assessing whether expenditure had achieved its intended objectives. Expressing concern over audit observations remaining unresolved for 10, 15 or even 20 years, Lok Sabha Speaker Birla called for a systematic, time-bound action plan to address the backlog. The Union and state governments must strengthen monitoring, review and follow-up mechanisms to ensure timely corrective action, he said. Lok Sabha Speaker Birla highlighted the parliamentary convention of appointing an Opposition member as PAC chairperson, describing it as a reflection of the maturity and inclusiveness of India’s democracy. Political differences must give way to a shared commitment to protecting public money, he said, urging committees to work through dialogue, cooperation and consensus. Their role was to prevent misuse, waste and financial irregularities while holding the Executive accountable. The Lok Sabha Speaker said financial scrutiny should go beyond allocations, expenditure figures and utilisation certificates. For infrastructure projects, committees should, wherever appropriate, visit sites to examine construction quality, timely completion and compliance with prescribed standards. Similarly, scrutiny of welfare schemes should assess their actual impact on beneficiaries rather than focus solely on the amount spent, he said. Lok Sabha Speaker Birla described the examination of Comptroller and Auditor General audit findings, Action Taken Reports and follow-up on recommendations as integral to the PAC’s work. Where systemic shortcomings were identified, committees should recommend corrective measures, he added. He encouraged participants to share experiences and best practices, saying stronger financial oversight and evaluation mechanisms adopted by individual states could offer lessons for others. Calling for updated scrutiny methods, Lok Sabha Speaker Birla said artificial intelligence, data analytics and other technologies could help committees analyse large volumes of expenditure data, identify trends, detect potential irregularities and monitor pending audit observations. He also stressed citizen participation and transparency in public spending as essential to strengthening confidence in democratic institutions. Schemes implemented through Centre-state partnerships and public-private partnerships required effective scrutiny within the respective mandates of the committees, he said. Delivering the welcome address, Lok Sabha PAC Chairman K. C. Venugopal called for outcome-oriented financial oversight that improved service delivery and delivered meaningful benefits to citizens. He proposed that at least one PAC report, along with the government’s action taken on it, be discussed during every session of Parliament. Venugopal also emphasised timely audits, balanced scrutiny across sectors and closer examination of flagship welfare programmes and major infrastructure projects. Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, Assembly Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan and Assembly PAC Chairperson K. N. Balagopal addressed the inaugural session. PAC chairpersons and members from state legislatures also attended. The Public Accounts Committee Conference Souvenir 2026 was also released on the occasion. (PIB)
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:29 AM
Punjab's Next Government to Offer Special Quota for 'Made in Punjab' Products, Says Sukhbir Singh Badal

Punjab's Next Government to Offer Special Quota for 'Made in Punjab' Products, Says Sukhbir Singh Badal

Fatehgarh Sahib / Nabha: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has announced that a special quota for Made in Punjab products will be set aside when the next Akali Dal government is formed. This quota will be applicable in all government procurement, aimed at encouraging the state's industries. He made these major announcements during meetings with traders and industrialists in Fatehgarh Sahib and Nabha.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:28 AM
Iran Weighs Diplomacy and War as Qatari Envoy Proposes Agreement

Iran Weighs Diplomacy and War as Qatari Envoy Proposes Agreement

The Qatari envoy had recently arrived in Tehran directly with the proposal. His mission was limited. He did not come for long talks. He just wanted to know what Iran decides on this proposal. On the other hand, Iran's military leadership is apprehensive about this agreement. Military strategists think that there may be a direct conflict with the US again. The political leadership wants to give diplomacy a chance, while the military leadership is considering the possibility of war more serious. President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that his government will try to solve the problems caused by external parties through dialogue. He said this in a meeting with regional governors and mayors in Tehran. According to Pezeshkian, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has given the government some powers to find a diplomatic solution. He said that war does not benefit anyone. However, he also made it clear that the enemies cannot force Iran to surrender. Pezeshkian accused the US of trying to thwart such cross-border trade efforts. Abbas said on Monday that the government would stop the cross-border trade.
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Nov 3, 2026, 11:22 AM
US Mid-Term Elections: A Test of Trump's Popularity

US Mid-Term Elections: A Test of Trump's Popularity

Donald Trump has been the President of the United States for the last 2 years and now the mid-term elections are being held in the United States on November 3. In the United States, it is called the election of the Parliament. In this election, losing and winning does not matter to the President's chair, but the biggest litmus test of the President's popularity is the mid-term elections. About 50 million ballots have been posted so far before the voting starts. During the mid-term elections in the United States, the US Congress i.e. both houses of Parliament are being voted. In the United States, there are 2 houses of Congress. The first is the House of Representatives and the second is the House of Representatives. There are a total of 435 seats in the House of Representatives and this election is held every 2 years. The last election of the House of Representatives was held in November 2024. If we talk about the Senate, then there are a total of 100 seats in the US Senate. Although their term is 6 years, so one-third of the seats are voted every 2 years. This time the voting of the Senate is easy.
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