A man with a criminal history, Ramakant Yadav, was shot dead by his former friend, Ashok Yadav, in Jaunpur. Ramakant had called Ashok for a ride home from Prayagraj. Ashok admitted to the murder, citing past disputes and monetary issues, and dumped the body in bushes after shooting Ramakant in the car.
Diwali celebrations saw widespread disregard for noise pollution rules. Loud firecrackers echoed through Mumbai and surrounding areas until the early morning hours. Residents reported continuous explosions and a lack of police intervention. The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board tested decibel levels, finding them within permissible limits.
Electronic music fans in India are in for a treat as Swedish House Mafia’s Axwell is set to headline Sunburn Festival 2025 in December. Joining him are global talents Sara Landry and David Guetta. Axwell, a familiar face to Indian audiences, has a long-standing connection with the country’s music scene, promising an electrifying experience.
Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research suggests Godawari Power and Ispat Limited and Apollo Micro Systems as top stock picks amidst market volatility influenced by new US tariffs. Nifty faces support at 24,400-24,350, while Bank Nifty’s key support is at 53,000. Focus remains on quality stocks benefiting from GST reforms and the festive season.
Paris’s iconic Eiffel Tower remains closed due to a nationwide strike protesting government spending cuts. Management confirmed the closure, citing labor disputes, not demolition plans. Historically, strikes have caused temporary shutdowns, with the tower reopening once agreements are reached. This current closure mirrors past labor actions.
Taylor Swift strategically avoided public appearances at Selena Gomez’s speculated bachelorette trip and Travis Kelce’s docuseries premiere. This allowed Gomez and Kelce to remain the focus of their respective events. Despite her absence, Swift showed support privately, with confirmations of her approval for Kelce’s project and past instances of unwavering friendship with Gomez.
India’s men’s water polo team sparked controversy at the Asian Aquatics Championships by displaying the national flag on their swimming trunks, violating the Flag Code of India. Officials have sought a report, and the Swimming Federation of India has assured the flag will be moved to skull caps in future matches.
The neutralization of Madvi Hidma, a key CPI (Maoist) leader, brings security forces closer to Home Minister Amit Shah’s goal of ending left-wing extremism by March 2026. Hidma’s death is considered a historic milestone, with remaining active cadres estimated between 100-150. Intelligence suggests Hidma may have been considering surrender before his operation.
Bigg Boss 19 contestant Awez Darbar recently faced eviction, surprising many. He shared an emotional Instagram post, regretting his premature departure and missing friends. His sister, Anam Darbar, expressed disbelief over his elimination due to fewer votes, highlighting his trending dialogues and dance. Both posts conveyed their shock and Awez’s memorable journey on the controversial…
The Mizo National Front (MNF) has reiterated its opposition to the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023, criticizing the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) government for endorsing it. The MNF, which previously opposed the bill, argues that development should not compromise Mizoram’s special constitutional safeguards and the survival of its people.
