Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations
Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated today across the country. The auspicious time for the puja will begin at 11:03 AM.
Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia Join Congress
Ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections, renowned wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have joined the Congress Party. Vinesh will contest from the Julana seat, while Bajrang has been appointed as the Working Chairman of the All India Kisan Congress. Both had resigned from their railway jobs before joining the party.
Congress Releases First List of Candidates
The Congress has released its first list of 31 candidates for the 90 Haryana Assembly seats. This list includes 28 current legislators, including former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda. Surender Panwar, a legislator from Sonipat currently in jail, has also been named as a candidate. Voting in Haryana will take place on October 5, with counting on October 8.
BJP’s Manifesto for Jammu and Kashmir
Home Minister Amit Shah has released the BJP’s manifesto for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. He promised 500,000 job opportunities in the state. Under the Ujjwala scheme, two free LPG cylinders will be provided each year. Students will receive a transportation allowance of ₹3,000 annually, and 10th-grade students will be given tablets and laptops.
Shah’s Statement on Article 370
Amit Shah stated, “Jammu and Kashmir will always remain an integral part of India. Article 370 and 35A are now history and will not be reinstated.”
Attack on Former Chief Minister’s Home in Manipur
In Manipur, Kuki militants attacked the home of former Chief Minister Mairembam Koireng with a rocket launcher, resulting in the death of an elderly person and injuries to five others. The state has seen other violent incidents, including drone attacks.
ED Raids in Kolkata
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has raided six locations related to Sandeep Ghosh, former principal of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, in connection with financial irregularities. Prasun Chatterjee, an associate of Ghosh, has been detained.
Disagreement on Seat Sharing Between AAP and Congress in Haryana
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress have failed to reach an agreement on seat sharing for the Haryana Assembly elections. AAP is now preparing to contest 50 seats independently. Congress leader Randeep Surjewala stated that the party is capable of contesting the elections without AAP.
8% Drop in Price of Veg Thali
Due to a decrease in LPG cylinder and tomato prices, the cost of a vegetarian thali has dropped by 8% in August. The price of a veg thali is now ₹31.2, down from ₹34 in August of last year.
Landslide in Uttarakhand, Badrinath Highway Closed
A heavy landslide in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district has closed the Badrinath Highway. Meanwhile, Rajasthan has broken a 13-year rainfall record, with several dams overflowing. In Andhra Pradesh, floods have claimed 17 lives so far.
India Wins Gold at Paris Para Athletics
Indian athlete Praveen Kumar won a gold medal in the Men’s High Jump T64 event at the Paris Para Athletics. He set an Asian record with a jump of 2.08 meters. India’s medal tally now stands at 27, including 6 gold, 9 silver, and 12 bronze medals.
Other Important News:
- Mushir Khan’s stellar performance in the Duleep Trophy; Shreyas and Padikkal score fifties.
- Controversy over spiritual classes in a government school in Tamil Nadu; Principal transferred.
- Super Typhoon ‘Yagi’ wreaks havoc on China’s southern coast; millions evacuated to safety.
- Kangana Ranaut’s film ‘Emergency’ release date postponed; actress shares her feelings on social media.
Start your day with these important updates and stay tuned for more information.
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