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Delhi launches scheme to ensure govt programmes reach construction workers

The Delhi government Monday launched 'Shramik Mitra' scheme to ensure that the benefits of various programmes reach construction workers.

As part of it, 800 'Shramik Mitras' will reach out to construction workers, inform them about the schemes launched by the Delhi government, connect them with relevant government schemes and ensure that no worker is left out of any programmes.

Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said Shramik Mitras will inform construction workers registered by the Construction Board at the ward level about assistance schemes of the government and help them apply for it. (PTI)

Pakistan begins talks with banned local Taliban: minister (AFP)

PM to conduct Noida Airport's 'bhoomi pujan' on Nov 25: Jewar MLA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform the groundbreaking ceremony for the Noida International Airport near Delhi on November 25, the local MLA said on Monday.

BJP leader and Jewar MLA Dhirendra Singh said Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will also attend the 'bhoomi pujan' at the greenfield project site at Jewar in district Gautam Buddh Nagar. (PTI)

Three Maoists lay down arms before Jharkhand Police

Three dreaded Maoists, allegedly involved in several cases of attack and arson, surrendered in Jharkhand on Monday, the police said.

Among those present during the surrender are Amol B Homkar, Inspector General of Police (Operations), and Pankaj Kamboj, Deputy Inspector General of Police. Balloon Sardar and Gaju alias Suraj Sardar, both area commanders of the CPI(Maoist), along with squad member Geeta Munda laid down their arms, a statement issued by the Jharkhand Police said. (PTI)

Cumulative Covid jabs administered in India cross 109 crore

The cumulative Covid-19 vaccine doses administered in the country crossed 109 crore on Monday, the Union health ministry said.

More than 54 lakh vaccine doses have been administered till 7 pm.

The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late night, the ministry said.
(PTI)

Srinagar imposes Covid curfew in 5 areas for 10 days

Terrorists fired upon a civilian in Srinagar who is 'critical'

Lack of commitment to international laws: India tacitly hits out at China

“A lack of commitment to settled international law has led to an increased militarization of the region. Militarisation always adds to complexities,” Foreign Secretary Harsh Shringla said.

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Poland reports highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu in poultry (Reuters)

Britain reports bird flu outbreak at poultry unit

An outbreak of highly pathogenic H5birdfluhas been reported at a small poultry unit in central England, the country's farm ministry confirmed on Monday.

Allbirdson the infected premises, near Alcester in Warwickshire, will be culled. (Reuters)

Sinha congratulates Padma awardees from J-K

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday congratulated the Padma awardees from Jammu and Kashmir and said it was a proud moment for the people of the union territory.

Former Jammu and Kashmir deputy chief minister Muzaffar Hussain Baig was presented Padma Vibushan for public affairs by President Ram Nath Kovind in Delhi on Monday.

Shiv Datt Nirmohi received Padma Shri for literature and education while Javed Ahmad Tak also received Padma Shri for social work. (PTI)

Assam government launches eviction drive in Lumding reserve forest, 1,500 people evicted

Assam government on Monday launched an eviction drive inside Lumding reserve forest in Hojai district during which nearly 1,500 people vacated the land fearing action by the administration.

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Favourable wind speed bring Delhi's air pollution level down marginally

Strong surface winds lowered pollution levels in the national capital marginally on Monday and its 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) at 4 pm was in the 'very poor' category at 390, according to agencies.

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Xavi unveiled as Barcelona coach to fans at Camp Nou

Xavi Hernandez was unveiled as Barcelona's new coach on Monday as thousands of fans welcomed the debt-ridden club's legendary former midfielder back to Camp Nou.

Xavi walked out to chants of "Xavi, Xavi" before signing his contract on the pitch, alongside his family and Barca president Joan Laporta.

"I don't want to get too emotional so I will just tell you one thing -- we are the best club in the world," Xavi told the crowd of around 10,000 fans. (AFP)

India to buy 1 crore doses of Zydus Cadila's Covid-19 vaccine at Rs 265 each (Reuters)

Kuwaiti govt resigns, possibly helping to end political standoff

Kuwait's government on Monday submitted its resignation to the ruling emir, a move which along with an amnesty pardoning political dissidents could help end a standoff with opposition lawmakers that has hindered fiscal reform.

The resignation, reported by state news agency KUNA, is the second this year by a government headed by Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah al-Khalid al-Sabah in the feud with the elected parliament of the Gulf OPEC producer.

It was not immediately clear if Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmed al-Sabah, who has final say in state matters, would accept the resignation of the government, which was formed in March. (Reuters)

Putin, CIA chief discuss 'regional conflicts': Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed regional conflicts and a crisis in ties with the head of the US Central Intelligence Agency who paid a rare trip to Moscow last week, the Kremlin said Monday.

CIA chief William Burns was in Russia for two days of meetings with top officials at the request of President Joe Biden, the US embassy has said.

CNN reported last week that Burns had been sent to Moscow to warn the Kremlin about the alleged build-up of troops near Ukraine's border. It said that after his meetings in Russia, Burns spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky by phone. (AFP)

Dengue death toll in Delhi rises to nine, cases mount to over 2,700 (PTI)

Security heightened outside Antilia

Parliament's Winter Session to be held from November 29 to December 23

A high-decibel Winter Session of Parliament will be held from November 29 to December 23 during which the Opposition is hoping to corner the Narendra Modi government on a variety of issues, including price rise, as well as demanding the outer of a junior minister in connection with the killing of farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri.

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When I don’t support them (BJP) they brand me as anti-national: Telangana CM

'When I don’t support them (BJP) they brand me as anti-national. BJP also brands people as urban naxals if they speak against them. I'm asking a simple question will Centre buy the state's parboiled rice or not?", saidTelangana CM K Chandrashekhar Rao in Hyderabad.

Eternals collects $161.7 million globally on first weekend

Oscar winner Chloe Zhao'sEternalssoared to the top of the USweekend box-office, making a $71-million debut, and added another $90.7 million internationally, bringing its global haul to an impressive $161.7 million, reports Variety. (IANS)

The third blessing that I want is for Pandharpur - I want to see Pandharpur in the cleanest pilgrimage sites in India in future: PM

"This will also be done with people's participation, only when the local people take over the leadership of the cleanliness movement, will we be able to realize this dream", said thePM.

The second blessing I need is to provide drinking water at every distance on this walkway, to make many drinking water on these routes: PM

Shady trees must be planted every few metres on either side of the special walkway that is being constructed along the Sreesanth Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi Marg, the Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Marg that will be constructed: PM

Pandhari's wari symbolides equality of opportunities, says PM

The Warkari movement also symbolises our sisters, the female power of the country, walking in Wari step by step, said Modi.

Pandhari's wari is the symbol of equality of opportunities. The mission sentence of the Warkari movement is 'discrimination inauspicious', he added.

The service of Pandharpur is the service of Shri Narayan Hari for me: PM

"This is the land where God is still directly conquered for devotees. This is the land about which Sant Namdev ji Maharaj has said that Pandharpur has been there since the world was not created", said Modi.

The court of Lord Vitthal is equally open to everyone, says Modi

"And when I say sabka saath sabka vikas-sabka vishwas, that is the feeling behind it. This spirit inspires us to develop the country, to take everyone along, to develop everyone", said the PM.

Pandharpur is 'dakshin Kashi', says Modi

Paths can be different, methods and ideas may be different, but our goal is one. In the end, all sects are 'Bhagwat Panth': PM

About 225 km long national highway, which connects to Pandharpur, has been inaugurated today: PM Modi

Pandharpur signifies happiness and prosperity, and with today's foundation laying, the aspect of service has also been adjoined to it, said Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with the awardees during the Padma Awards

The foundation stone of Sreesanth Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi Marg and Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Marg has been laid today, says Modi

Sreesanth Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi Marg is to be constructed in five phases and Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Marg willbe completed in three phases, said thePM.

PM addresses a programme on infra modernisation in Pandharpur

Uphaar fire tragedy: Delhi court also imposes Rs 2.25 crore fine each on Sushil and Gopal Ansal

HC seeks Nawab Malik's reply on Wankhede defamation case

Defamation suit filed by Dnyandev Wankhede, father of Mumbai NCB Zonal Director Sameer Wankhede, against Maharashtra Minister Nawab Malik adjourned for 10th November. HC has asked Nawab Malik to file a reply on Wankhede's plea by tomorrow.

Captain of the women's hockey team Rani Rampal, who led the team in the recent Tokyo Olympics, being conferred the Padma Shri award 2020

Massive waterlogging in Chennai; heavy rainfall expected in Andhra Pradesh

Schools and colleges will remain closed today due to heavy rain in Sivaganga district, District Collector Madhusudhanan Reddy said. Track live updates of Tamil Nadu rains here

4 CRPF personnel killed, 3 injured after firing by colleague in Chhattisgarh

Four CRPF personnel were killed and three others injured after their colleague opened fire at them in a camp of the paramilitary force in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Monday, a police official said. Read more

4.4 magnitude quake hits Manipur

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 on the Richter Scale hit 56 km ESE of Ukhrul, Manipur today at 7:48 am, according toNational Centre for Seismology.

Delhi's overall air quality continues to be 'severe'

Sell 10% of your Tesla stock, Twitter users tell Elon Musk

Tesla Inc CEO Elon Musk should sell about 10 per cent of his Tesla stock, according to 57.9 per cent of people who voted on his Twitter poll asking users of the social media network whether he should offload the stake.

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Cruise drugs case: NCB vigilance team summonses independent witness Prabhakar Sail on Monday

The Narcotics Control Bureau's (NCB) Delhi vigilance team, probing the pay-off allegations in the Cordelia cruise drugs case in which Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan is an accused, has summoned independent witness Prabhakar Sail on Monday for recording his statement, an official said on Sunday.

He said the NCB issued summons to Sail on Sunday. He has been directed to appear before the vigilance team at 2 PM on Monday. (PTI)

Eating out to in Bengaluru get costlier as hotels decide to hike prices

Starting Monday, Bengalureans have to shell out more for their favourite snacks as hotels in the city have decided to hike prices by Rs 5 to Rs 10 citing the continuous hike in price of commercial LPG.

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