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The Tamil Nadu government approved implementation of the ₹12,642-crore Bharat for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission. The scheme will be funded jointly by the Centre and the state.
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A protest against the electricity department in Katihar, Bihar, turned violent after clashes between locals and police. Officials said one person died and two others were injured.
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Former Special Chief Secretary K.B.S. Sidhu sent a letter to Amit Shah with seven suggestions to strengthen the security along the Ravi border. He highlighted challenges from the river's changing course and suggested implementing integrated border management systems. The suggestions also cover drone threats and development for border villages.
The Meghalaya High Court pulled up the state government for submitting an incomplete report concerning crematorium and burial sites across the state. The court noted the report only covered 60 crematorium sites, leaving out required details on burial sites. The matter was listed for October 16.
Police will re-arrest accused Showab Dhebar regarding the demand of 25 crore rupees from Congress leader Anand Kukreja. The court allowed the police's request for his re-arrest after he received bail from the remand court. Police will investigate the entire conspiracy.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari held a meeting with local leaders in Nandigram. He emphasized that MLAs should focus on promoting the success of government development projects among people. During the closed-door session, he also discussed voter turnout targets for the upcoming by-election.
The search for enemy properties across Madhya Pradesh has restarted following a request from the central government. District administration is compiling details on old revenue records and property status for about 12 districts, including Bhopal. The sensitive case of Nawab Hamiduila Khan's land in Bhopal is also being addressed.
IRS officer Nisha Oraon stated on social media that she is not selling the rights of the Sanra tribal community. She asserted that those who do not sell are a major threat to 'missionaries' and 'Vatican residents,' calling the situation a 'religious war.'
Patna's Mayor, Sita Sahu, questioned the Congress and opposition regarding a political dispute involving the Election Commission and SIR. She stated that before making serious allegations against constitutional bodies, it is necessary to present facts and the commission's official stance. The Mayor addressed reports concerning the functioning of the Election Commission.
During the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) for Meghalaya's electoral roll, a 90 percent match rate was reported based on notices heard. The Additional Chief Electoral Officer stated that 21,69,243 voters are in the Draft Electoral Roll, with details provided by officials.
BJP leader and Cabinet Minister Sanbor Shullai stated that the NPP-BJP alliance under the NDA is intact. He dismissed reports of NPP legislators merging with the BJP as false, confirming central leadership's satisfaction with the Conrad Sangma-led government.
NPP state president and Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong asserted that the ruling NPP remains fully united on Tuesday. He stated there is no threat from BJP's expansion efforts, confirming that 33 NPP MLAs are intact. Tynsong also said no MLA was set to join the party as of today.
BJP MP Naresh Bansal criticized the opposition regarding the proposed India block meeting. He targeted various political issues, including promises made to Akhilesh Yadav's madrasas and questioned Congress's role under Rahul Gandhi's leadership.
The state government is intensifying vigilance along the Indo-Bangladesh border to check infiltration. Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong stated that police and BSF have been instructed to be more active on the ground. He noted infiltrators are largely ordinary citizens leaving Bangladesh.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will spend his day in Raipur attending various governmental and public events. His schedule includes sessions at the Youth Innovation Conclave-2026, followed by review meetings for departments like Transport and Water Resources. The day concludes with an interaction program with youth.
The government has transferred 125 officers of the State Administrative Service in Chhattisgarh. The order, issued on September 29, 2026, involves changes for posts like Additional Collector and Deputy Collector across various districts. These transfers affect roles in district administration, development authorities, and municipal corporations.
A video surfaced showing former CGPSC chairman Tamana Singh Sonwani receiving VIP treatment at Meghaara Hospital in Raipur. During the visit, security personnel opened his handcuffs, and he shared sweets with his wife and son. Meanwhile, ED filed a charge sheet regarding the recruitment scam.
Following a dispute between NDA's candidate Neeraj Kumar and Anant Singh for the Patna graduate seat, leaders like Vijay Chaudhary addressed the issue. Vijay Chaudhary stated that the matter is with the party and a solution is expected soon. Other leaders focused attention on upcoming Bihar Legislative Council elections.
The Vigilance Investigation Bureau initiated sealing action on more than half a dozen bank accounts belonging to Patna ADM (Supply) Ravindra Kumar Diwakar and his wife. The raid, conducted at their residences in Patna and Begusarai, reportedly uncovered over one crore rupees worth of assets.
Meira Paibi representatives from Naoriya Pakhanglakpa Assembly Constituency asked the Cyber Crime Police to take strict action against Paonam Dhaneshor. The demand followed allegations that Dhaneshor posted defamatory remarks about MLA S. Kebi on social media.
The League of Indigenous Peoples Upliftment (LIPUL) supported the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity's (COCOMI) call to boycott this year’s Sangai Festival. LIPUL stated that the prevailing situation in Manipur makes holding a major state-sponsored festival inappropriate. They urged the government to prioritize the resettlement of internally displaced persons.
The Supreme Court disposed of a petition filed by the Kuki Women Organization for Human Rights. This followed the Manipur government informing the court that the blockade on National Highway-2 had been removed and essential commodity supply restored. The court noted the reopening of NH-2 for movement of essentials, rendering the plea infructuous.
The JFD Women Wing launched a campaign to get the stance of MLAs regarding the "NO NRC, NO CENSUS" movement. They submitted memoranda demanding that the Census operation be withheld until the National Register of Citizens (NRC), 1951, is updated and illegal immigration addressed.
The Chhattisgarh government issued transfer orders for State Administrative Service (RPRSE) officers to streamline administration. Several senior officials' postings and districts have been changed. Notably, new Deputy Collectors were transferred to strengthen the administrative team in Surguja.
Milan Pradhan, a Congress candidate from Nandigram, was granted bail after being arrested in an old case. His daughter stated that her father never did anything wrong. Following the news of his release, there was celebration at the local Congress office.
The Calcutta High Court's Division Bench ordered the appointment of an administrator for Alipurduar Municipality. This ruling overturned a previous single bench decision. The order comes after the board was dissolved and an administrator was appointed following resignations.
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