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Today Update News on 02Nov The withdrawal process for the second phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand has been completed. Thirty-two candidates withdrew their nomination papers for this phase, leaving 528 candidates in the fray. The first phase of polling will take place on November 13 in forty-three constituencies. Counting of votes will occur on November 23.
ISRO launches an analogue mission in Ladakh to simulate life outside Earth. This mission aims to recreate life in an interplanetary habitat, addressing the challenges that future astronauts may encounter. It includes the Gaganyaan program, which aims to send Indian astronauts into space.
New train ticket advance reservation booking rules have come into effect from yesterday. The Railways has reduced the existing time limit for advance reservations in trains from 120 days to 60 days. However, all bookings made up to October 31 this year will remain valid. According to the Ministry of Railways, it was observed that approximately 21% of reservations made 61 to 120 days in advance were being canceled.
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya has called upon youngsters to apply for the prestigious National Youth Awards 2022-23. This award is conferred on individuals aged between 15 and 29 years, as well as organizations, for excellent work and contributions in various fields of development and social services, including health, human rights, active citizenship, and community service. The award includes a medal, certificate, and a cash prize of ₹1 lakh for individuals and ₹3 lakh for organizations.
The states of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab, along with the Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, and Lakshadweep, celebrated their State Formation Day today, with a program organized at Andhra Pradesh Raj Bhavan under the theme 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.'
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched the Deepam 2.0 scheme in Edupuram in Srikakulam district, as part of the "Super Six Promises" initiative.
Kerala Governor Arif Muhammad Khan inaugurated the Kashmiri Youth Exchange Programme, organized jointly by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan Kerala in Thiruvananthapuram.
AK Anil Kumar, an "outstanding scientist" at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has been promoted to director of the ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) in Bengaluru.
Puducherry celebrated Liberation Day with great enthusiasm yesterday. Chief Minister N. Rangasamy hoisted the national flag at the Liberation Day function held at Gandhi Tidal on Beach Road. He also received the guard of honor from the police during the parade.
Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and other key portfolios, Dr. Jitendra Singh, inaugurated the new complex of India's first biomanufacturing institute—BRIC-National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI). The facility aims to transform India's agri-food sector through advanced biotechnology, contributing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a "Viksit Bharat."
The Telangana government plans to install solar power plants on temple lands. In the first phase, solar plants will be set up on 231.05 acres across five districts—Siddipet, Medak, Nirmal, Nizamabad, and Nalgonda—to generate green energy.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced on October 30 that the Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park in Kangra’s Dehra assembly constituency will be the first zoo in India to receive certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), recognizing its eco-friendly infrastructure and conservation efforts.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Civil Registration System (CRS) mobile application, aimed at integrating technology into governance by simplifying the registration of births and deaths. This initiative aligns with the government’s Digital India vision, enabling citizens to register vital events in their official state language anytime, anywhere.
Former Pakistan Minister of State for Interior Abdul Rehman Khan Kanju visited Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) leader Abhay Chautala’s family in Haryana, joining them at an event to felicitate the party’s two MLAs and participate in Diwali festivities. The event, attended by INLD President and former Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala, was held at Chautala village in Haryana's Sirsa district on Thursday evening.
Govardhan Puja is celebrated on the fourth day of Diwali. According to the Hindu calendar, it falls on the first lunar day called 'Ekam' of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight of the moon) in the month of Kartik. It is an integral part of Diwali celebrations, commemorating Lord Krishna's victory over Indra.
LEGAL REPORT
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has petitioned the Supreme Court for permission to construct a major bridge over the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal at Pawala village in Fatehgarh Sahib as part of a new Greenfield Expressway that will connect Chandigarh with the Amritsar-Jamnagar Economic Corridor. This 135-km Expressway will extend from the Tricity (Chandigarh-Mohali-Panchkula) to Sirhind (Fatehgarh Sahib district) and terminate at Sehna (Barnala district) on the Amritsar-Jamnagar Corridor.
The ongoing demolition drive in Hyderabad has garnered significant attention as authorities prepare for the next phase of operations. The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) announced plans to target specific areas for demolition due to illegal constructions and encroachments, focusing particularly on the unauthorized encroachments around Mir Alam Tank.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently arrested five senior officers of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST), including an additional commissioner and a joint commissioner from the Indian Revenue Service, and three superintendents in connection with a ₹50 lakh bribery case registered on September 5.
FINANCE News
- USD: ₹84 (Approx.)
- GBP: ₹109 (Approx.)
- Euro (€): ₹92 (Approx.)
- Yuan (¥): ₹12
Rates in Financial Capital Mumbai
- GOLD: ₹80,500 per 10gm (24 karat)
- SILVER: ₹97,000 per KG
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) conducted muhurat trading on the occasion of Diwali, marking the start of Samvat 2081. Both indices ended on a positive note during the Muhurat trading.
The National Stock Exchange launched a mobile app and websites in eight additional languages to commemorate 30 years of operations. Equities trading on the NSE began on November 3, 1994. Managing Director and CEO Ashishkumar Chauhan announced that these languages include Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu, raising the total number of supported languages to twelve.
On Dhanteras (October 29, 2024), the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) disclosed that it successfully transported 102 tonnes of gold from the Bank of England to secure storage facilities in India, aligning with the festive spirit of the occasion and reinforcing the nation’s reserves.
Cinema & Entertainment News
Singham Again by Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty has fans buzzing with excitement, especially with Salman Khan’s thrilling cameo as the iconic character, Chulbul Pandey. This surprise appearance has raised the excitement even more, making the film a must-watch for action fans! Singham Again marks the fifth film in Rohit Shetty’s famous cop universe, following Singham, Singham Returns, Simmba, and Sooryavanshi.
Renowned fashion designer Rohit Bal passed away on Friday at a hospital in South Delhi due to a heart attack, as reported by Sunil Sethi, President of the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). He was 63.
Defense News
An Indian Army contingent of 25 personnel has left for Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia, to participate in the 9th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise, GARUD SHAKTI 24. This exercise will take place from November 1 to November 12, 2024, with troops from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) representing India, while Indonesia's Special Forces, Kopassus, will send 40 personnel.
Another Indian Army contingent departed for the 15th edition of the India-U.S. Joint Special Forces Exercise, VAJRA PRAHAR, scheduled from November 1 to November 22 at Orchard Combat Training Centre in Idaho, USA. The previous edition of the exercise took place at Umroi in Meghalaya in December last year.
The Indian Army has started patrolling the Demchok area in eastern Ladakh, with plans for a similar operation soon at Depsang. This patrolling began following the completion of the disengagement process, during which Indian and Chinese troops withdrew to their pre-2020 border positions.
The Indian Naval Academy (INA) celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on October 31, where officers and sailors came together in a solemn ceremony to honor the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju visited an Indian Army post in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, on November 1, where he interacted with soldiers from China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) along the Sino-Indian border during the Diwali celebrations.
Air Marshal Chakalayil Rajappa Mohan, an advocate for self-reliance in defense, formally handed over the leadership of the Indian Air Force (IAF) Maintenance Branch to Air Marshal Ajay Kumar Arora after 38 years of dedicated service. Air Marshal Mohan’s tenure has been significant in advancing the “Atma Nirbharta” (self-reliance) mission in IAF's Maintenance and Logistics branches.
Senior IPS officer Amrit Mohan Prasad, Director-General of the Sashastra Seema Bal, has taken on additional responsibility as the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security Chief following the retirement of incumbent BCAS DG Zulfiquar Hasan on October 31.
The Indian Army’s Eastern Command celebrated its 104th Raising Day, commemorating over a century of valor and dedication by the “Warriors of the East.” On this occasion, Lt. Gen. R.C. Tiwari, Army Commander of the Eastern Command, extended heartfelt wishes to all ranks, veterans, and their families.
Rajesh Kumar Singh assumed the role of Defence Secretary at South Block on Friday, succeeding Giridhar Aramane, an IAS officer from the Andhra Pradesh cadre who retired on October 31, 2024, after a two-year tenure.
International News
The Maldivian government has projected that India will provide MVR 1.6 billion in aid in 2025, accounting for 72% of the foreign assistance expected from other friendly nations.
Ayurveda Day was celebrated at the University of Colombo, where India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, highlighted Ayurveda as a cultural bridge between India and Sri Lanka, strengthening their shared cultural heritage and traditional healing practices.
During his visit to Saudi Arabia, Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the One District One Product (ODOP) Wall at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh on October 31, promoting unique products from various Indian districts and contributing to the “Made in India” initiative.
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI) is observed on November 2 each year. This day, recognized by the United Nations, calls attention to the need for protecting journalists and addressing impunity for crimes against them.
World News
In Spain, the death toll from flood-related incidents has risen to 202, prompting the Spanish Meteorological Agency to issue a red warning for heavy rainfall along the southwestern coast, particularly in Huelva.
In a strategic move, Iran has deployed its indigenously developed Zoubin advanced air defense missile system, capable of 360-degree interception similar to Israel's Iron Dome. This system has been placed around Tehran and other key areas following Israeli airstrikes on October 26, which reportedly destroyed Iran’s Shahroud Space Center.
In Botswana, Duma Boko, the presidential candidate from the Umbrella for Democratic Change, has been announced as the country’s sixth president.
Former U.S. President Barack Obama recently commented on his daughter Malia's decision to forgo the Obama family name as she begins her own career in film. Malia, debuting her film The Heart at Sundance 2024, chose to be credited as "Malia Ann," opting not to leverage her family name despite the fame.
Sports News
In cricket, India trailed by 149 runs against New Zealand in the first innings of the third and final Test match in Mumbai.
The Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, faces New Zealand in the third and final Test match at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, which began at 9:30 AM IST.
Ravindra Jadeja achieved a significant milestone by becoming the fifth-highest wicket-taker for India in Test cricket during the first day of the third Test match against New Zealand. He surpassed Ishant Sharma’s tally of 311 wickets.
In tennis, India’s Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli and Arjun Kadhe have advanced to the men’s doubles semi-finals at the Bratislava Open in Slovakia, defeating Robin Haase of the Netherlands and Lucas Miedler of Austria 7-5, 6-4 in the quarterfinals.
Facts About Bharat
Dadra and Nagar Haveli was ruled by the Portuguese from 1783 until the mid-20th century. In 1954, pro-India forces captured the area, and it was administered as the de facto state of Free Dadra and Nagar Haveli. In 1961, it became a union territory of India. Later, on January 26, 2020, it was merged with Daman and Diu to form the new union territory of "Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu."
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- Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
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