K Marigowda resigned as chairman of Mysore Urban Development Authority citing health issues and following Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's request. He emphasized loyalty to the CM and denied stepping down due to the ongoing investigation related to the allotment of residential sites to the CM's wife.
The Congress party urged the Indian government to engage the opposition in addressing rising tensions with Canada, emphasizing national unity and transparency. They stressed the shared responsibility of protecting India's global reputation amidst serious allegations by the US and Canada against India. Diplomatic expulsions have ensued.
The Supreme Court upheld the decision by the UP BJP government to cancel the 2012 land lease to Maulana Mohd Ali Jauhar Trust, calling it a misuse of power by founder trustee Azam Khan. The court noted the education department should ensure students' rights are protected.
Mumbai police have uncovered a plot to assassinate NCP leader Baba Siddique, orchestrated by Pune-based brothers Pravin and Shubham Lonkar, who financed and managed shooters Shivkumar Gautam and Dharmaraj Kashyap. Three individuals have been arrested while police continue to investigate additional suspects and explore connections to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Enforcement Directorate has begun returning lost funds to nearly six crore investors targeted by the Rs 50,000 crore Pearl Group ponzi scam. It shared details of Rs 700 crore worth of attached assets with the Lodha Committee for victim restitution. Investigations revealed funds siphoned off internationally, leading to multiple property attachments, including assets in Australia and India.
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal advises Omar Abdullah on handling limited CM powers in J&K, likening it to Delhi's constraints. Kejriwal welcomes AAP's first electoral win in J&K and hopes Mehraj Malik gains a ministerial role. He criticizes BJP for not providing free electricity and improving public services despite ruling in 22 states.
Over four lakh devotees offered prayers at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district during Navaratri. The shrine board introduced new initiatives, including langar sewa at Ardhkuwari, improved healthcare facilities, and a free virtual darshan. The nine-day Shat Chandi Maha Yagya concluded with Dussehra for global peace and well-being.
Madhur aka Ayaan, linked to Lawrence Bishnoi and Hashim Baba gangs, was arrested by Delhi Police's Special Cell after an encounter in Narela. He was involved in the murder of gym owner Nadir Shah in Greater Kailash 1. Fired upon by police, he sustained bullet injuries. His accomplice Raju remains at large.