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***THE HEADLINES***
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Election Commission announces second phase of Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in 12 states and Union Territories; Process to start from tomorrow and conclude on 7th February, next year.
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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar addresses East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur; Urging global community to act collectively against terrorism, stresses on right of defence against the menace.
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Government approves seven applications for setting up electronics components manufacturing plants with investment of over five thousand five hundred crore rupees, across the country.
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IMD issues red alert for extremely heavy rainfall over coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Chhattisgarh under the impact of Cyclone Montha.
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In Squash, India’s Anahat Singh enters quarterfinal of Canadian Women’s Open in Toronto.
==NEWS IN DETAILS==
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The Election Commission today announced that the second phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls will be conducted in 12 states and Union Territories. The states and Union Territories are: the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. Briefing Media in New Delhi today, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said that this revision is aimed at making electoral rolls more transparent and error-free. He said, the phase two of SIR will cover 51 crore voters. Mr. Kumar said, printing of enumeration forms and training of Booth Level Officers will begin from tomorrow.
The Chief Election Commissioner said, while the enumeration process will begin on 4th November for one month, the draft rolls will be published on 9th December and final electoral rolls on 7th February, next year. He highlighted that the poll body received zero appeals in the first phase of SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar.
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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has said the world must display zero tolerance against terrorism, emphasising that the menace remains one of the biggest threats to global peace and stability. The Minister said this while addressing the 20th East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia today. Dr Jaishankar said that the right of defence against terrorism can never be compromised, and urged the global community to act collectively against it.
Dr Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s commitment to furthering maritime cooperation, in line with the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Outlook on the Indo-Pacific.
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Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the India Maritime Week in Mumbai today. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Shah said, India serves as a vital bridge between the Indo-Pacific region and the Global South owing to its strategic maritime position, democratic stability, and strong naval capabilities. More from our correspondent:
“The inaugural ceremony of the India Maritime Week 2025 was attended by Union Ministers, Chief Ministers of various states and international delegates. Addressing the media after the inauguration, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal highlighted that India aims to increase its merchant fleet to reduce the dependence on foreign vessels and build an entire ecosystem for the ship-building sector. Addressing the session, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said India’s maritime sector, valued at nearly 1 trillion USD , presents vast investment potential across ports, shipping, and logistics. Several MoUs were also signed on the first day of the Summit. Prarthna, Akashvani News, Mumbai.”
Later in the day, Union Minister Amit Shah distributed two deep-sea fishing vessels and handed over vessel registration certificates and the symbolic keys of the vessels to beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana.
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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology today approved the first tranche of seven applications for setting up of electronics components manufacturing plants across the country under the Electronic Components Manufacturing Scheme. All applications entailed a total investment of five thousand 532 crore rupees and expected production worth 36 thousand 559 crore rupees. These projects are expected to generate over five thousand direct jobs. The approved projects which will be established across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, reinforce India’s growing self-reliance in core electronic components.
Talking to media in New Delhi today, Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw said, that seven electronics components manufacturing plants will fulfill domestic demand.
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The GST Bachat Utsav began on 22nd of last month following a reduction in GST rates across multiple sectors, benefiting citizens across the country. Today, our correspondent brings a report on how the new GST rates on electronics are helping the common man.
“Under the next generation GST reforms, tax rates on air conditioners, dishwashers and televisions, which earlier attracted 28 percent GST, now come under the 18 percent tax slab. The decision has not just expanded the market size for domestic producers but has also reduced dependence on imports. Similarly, tax rate on hardware, has been slashed to 18 percent from 28 percent, which has made these products affordable for educational institutions, offices, and digital learning centres.
The rationalisation of GST rates on electronic goods marks a significant step to strengthen domestic electronics manufacturing, enhance the competitiveness of MSMEs, and increase the affordability of essential technologies for citizens. With Rohan, Saklen Akhtar, Akashvani News, Delhi.”
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that Cyclone Montha, brewing over the Bay of Bengal, is gaining strength and expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by tomorrow morning. It is likely to cross Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam around Kakinada tomorrow evening or night as a severe cyclonic storm. The IMD has advised fishermen not to venture around these places till the 29th of this month. As Cyclone Montha apporaches the coasts, the weather agency has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall over Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh for the next two days. Heavy rainfall is also expected over Rayalaseema, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal and Telangana till tomorrow. Our Vijaywada correspondent has filed this report:
“Heavy to very heavy rains with winds of 90-110 kmph are expected across coastal districts. Fishermen have been called back and warned not to venture into the sea. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, assuring central support. Mr. Naidu reviewed preparedness and directed officials to shift people from low-lying areas to rehabilitation centres, ensuring quality food, safe water, and medical aid. The Chief Minister ordered closure of schools in affected districts and told officials to prevent any loss of life or property. South Central Railway, East Coast Railway and Air India Express have cancelled several services for tomorrow. Authorities urged citizens to stay indoors and follow safety advisories. Allu Murali, Akashvani News, Vijayawada.”
The Odisha government has ramped up preparedness measures to tackle any potential impact from the impending storm. More from our Bhubneshwar correspondent:
“Rainfall has begun in the southern and coastal districts of Odisha from this afternoon. The weather department has issued a red warning for tomorrow for eight southern Odisha districts, namely Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada, Ganjam, Gajapati, Kandhamal, Kalahandi, and Nabarangpur. Schools and Anganwadi centres in these districts have been closed for three days from tomorrow, while the Railways have cancelled 43 trains and few train routes diverted as a precautionary measures. Enough relief materials have been preserved in the 1445 cyclone relief centres in the southern and coastal districts of the state. Prakash Dash, Akashvani News, Bhubaneswar.”
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The Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 is being observed across the country from today to promote probity in public life and achieve a corruption free society. Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J P Nadda addressed senior officers and staff of the Ministry to mark the observance of the Vigilance Awareness Week in New Delhi.
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The four-day long Chhath Mahaparv is being celebrated with religious devotion and enthusiasm in different parts of the country. On the third day of the festival, lakh of devotees paid oblations to the setting Sun this evening, praying for the prosperity and well-being of their children and family.
In Bihar, a large number of devotees gathered at the Chhath ghats along the rivers to offer prayers. We have a report:
“In Bihar, a massive crowd gathered at the Chhath ghats along rivers such as the Ganga, Gandak, Kosi, Mahananda, and Bagmati to offer prayers to the Sun God. Apart from Patna, thousands of devotees also thronged at famous Sun temples in Aurangabad, Nalanda, Darbhanga, Nawada, and other parts of the state. The impact of ongoing Bihar Assembly elections are visible on the biggest festival of people, the Chhath Puja. At several ghats, voter awareness messages are being displayed through hoarding, posters, banners, and videos. The Election Commission has appealed to migrant workers visiting home for Chhath Puja, as well as local voters, to cast their votes in record numbers. Due to the Chhath festivities, election campaign activities remained subdued today. Dharmendra Kumar Rai, Akashvani News, Patna.”
The President, Vice President, and Prime Minister have extended greetings to citizens on Chhath Puja. President Murmu participated in Chhath Puja celebrations in the President’s Estate this evening.
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In Uttar Pradesh, Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra has announced that all work related to the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi temple construction in Ayodhya has been completed. In a social media post, the Teerth Kshetra announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the flag at the top of the temple on 25th November.
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Indian Army is celebrating the 79th Infantry Day today. The day is observed as a remembrance of the first military event of independent India, when the Indian Army repelled the first attack on the Indian soil on 27th October, 1947 in the Kashmir valley.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a social media post said that the country honours the unwavering bravery and dedication of the Infantry.
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Benchmark domestic equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, began this week’s trading on a positive note. The Sensex increased 567 points to close at 84 thousand 779, while the Nifty advanced 171 points to settle at 25 thousand 966.
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In Squash, reigning national champion Anahat Singh has defeated World Number 20 Melissa Alves of France to enter the quarterfinals of the Canadian Women’s Open in Toronto. The 17-year-old Anahat from Delhi, ranked world No. 43, defeated sixth seed Alves in pre quarter finals yesterday.
THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN :-
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Election Commission announces second phase of Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in 12 states and Union Territories; Process to start from tomorrow and conclude on 7th February, next year.
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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar addresses East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur; Urging global community to act collectively against terrorism, stresses on right of defence against the menace.
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Government approves seven applications for setting up electronics components manufacturing plants with investment of over five thousand five hundred crore rupees, across the country.
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IMD issues red alert for extremely heavy rainfall over coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Chhattisgarh under the impact of Cyclone Montha.
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In Squash, India’s Anahat Singh enters quarterfinal of Canadian Women’s Open in Toronto.
