Bihar elections 2025: Election commission REVEALS cash worth Rs 715700000, liquor, drugs seized ahead of polls

Since the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, various enforcement agencies have seized cash, liquor, drugs, and other contraband worth Rs 71.57 crore, according to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday.
Tamil Nadu weather LIVE Updates: All schools to remain closed due to heavy rain in Chennai

District collectors in Cuddalore, Villupuram, and Ranipet have also announced holidays for their districts’ schools and colleges, in addition to Chennai. Only schools in Thoothukudi will be closed, according to the announcement made on Tuesday.
PM Modi responds to US President Trump’s Diwali greetings amid trade talks, says, ‘May our great…’

In a post on X on Wednesday, Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for President Trump’s warm wishes and emphasised the shared democratic values and global responsibilities of India and the United States.
Delhi-NCR pollution soars after Diwali fireworks; AQI in ‘very poor’ category; Check 10 most polluted areas in Delhi

Delhi’s air quality worsened sharply after Diwali, reaching the ‘Very Poor’ category on the Air Quality Index. The city recorded alarming AQI levels due to fireworks, with Punjabi Bagh topping the list. Despite green cracker regulations, air pollution remains a significant issue.
Agra-Lucknow Expressway toll plaza employees refuse to collect toll, here’s all you need to know

The company officials and police arrived at the scene to negotiate with the employees and resolve the issue.
India’s Astra Mk-2: A 200km+ challenge to China’s PL-15

As per the new proposals, the missile’s range will be increased well beyond its earlier 160 km limit, giving it much longer reach. The Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to order about 700 upgraded Astra missiles, which will be fitted on its Sukhoi Su-30MKI and Tejas fighter jets.
Who is Mohammad Mustafa? Ex Punjab DGP, wife Razia Sultana booked in connection with son’s ‘suspicious’ death

Punjab’s former Director General of Police Mohammad Mustafa and his wife, former minister Razia Sultana, have been booked in connection with the ‘suspicious’ death of their 35-year-old son, Aqil Akhter, in Haryana’s Panchkula. They are charged with murder and criminal conspiracy under Sections 103(1) and 61 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Why no Muslim candidate from BJP, 27 from allies and opposition in Bihar Elections 2025?

Bihar Elections 2025 see declining Muslim representation as BJP fields none and RJD, JD(U), Congress, and AIMIM allocate limited tickets.
Bihar Election 2025: Prashant Kishor makes BIG allegation against BJP, says ‘Jan Suraaj’s candidates are being…’

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing them of poaching leaders and pressuring his party candidates from withdrawing their nominations. Speaking to the reporters, Kishor alleged that there is no democracy or alliance left in Bihar, and three of his party’s candidates have withdrawn their nominations under the BJP’s pressure.
Delhi pollution: BJP makes BIG claims, accuses AAP for forcing Punjab farmers to…

Sirsa’s comment comes after AAP President Saurabh Bharadwaj launched a scathing attack on the government, accusing it of betraying Delhiites with false promises.