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The ongoing protests by the doctors of West Bengal over the rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata, seem to be taking a murky turn with the two rival associations making accusations against each other. 

The Mumbai Police on Tuesday arrested a 20-year-old man from Noida for allegedly issuing death threat to Zeeshan Siddiqui, son of NCP (Ajit Pawar) leader Baba Siddique, who was shot dead on October 12. The threat came via a phone call to the public relations office of Zeeshan, who is a member of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, representing Bandra East.

The inauguration of the TATA Aircraft Complex in Gujarat's Vadodara to manufacture C-295 military transport aircraft marks a key milestone in India’s journey toward Atmanirbharta in defence, as the country reached Rs 1.27 lakh crore in domestic defence production in FY24, the government said on Tuesday.

Three terrorists were killed in a round-the-clock surveillance operation that started after a failed ambush attempt on an Army vehicle in the Battal area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor on October 28, the Army said on Tuesday. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed young recruits in government departments and organisations via video conferencing, marking a significant step towards youth employment.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED), probing the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam, continued its raid on the second consecutive day at the residence and offices of Rakesh Papanna, a close confidant of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, said officials here on Tuesday.

The authorities on Tuesday blamed the temple officials attached to Anjootambalam Veererkavu Temple in Kerala's Nileshwaram for the cause of the fire that left 154 people injured. The police took two officials into custody for questioning.

This initial batch also included 30 tonnes of medicines and food items, including a range of essential medical supplies, surgical items, dental products, general medical items, and high-energy biscuits.

Extending his greeting to the nation on the occasion of Ayurveda Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he is confident that the ancient medicine system will be useful for the health of entire humanity.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that to control the traffic congestion in the state, especially in Agartala, measures should be taken to control car sales to curb vehicular growth.

India and Spain on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of rail transport that is expected to boost collaboration in the planning, deployment, operation and maintenance of high-speed and conventional railways.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest 146 seats leaving four seats from its quota to allies including Yuva Swabhiman Party, Rashtriya Samaj Paksha, Republican Party of India (Athavale) and Jan Surajya Shakti Paksha.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said the spontaneous response from people during the membership drive would further strengthen the foundation of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday re-affirmed his commitment to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), saying emphatically that he would not re-join the 'Mahagathbandhan' in the future.

Listing promotion of just and equal multipolarity as a vital priority, Russia's Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov on Monday asserted that the addition of more partner-countries will multiply the value of diversified partnership and add to BRICS's global influence, which is now making a decisive contribution to the global food and energy security.

Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Monday chaired a preparatory meeting for the 43rd Agartala Book Fair, scheduled to begin from January 2 next here at Agartala Hapania International Ground.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) probing the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam conducted raids at the residences of former MUDA commissioners D.B. Natesh and G.T. Dinesh Kumar on Monday, sources said.

The military disengagement process between India and China on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) was believed to be completed on Monday even though latest reports suggest that the process is still going on in Depsang plains and Demchok -- two 'friction points' -- in Eastern Ladakh, sources said.

Residents in south Delhi’s Saket on Monday sought help from Chief Minister Atishi for an immediate solution to the severe water shortage in the area that has thwarted their preparations for Diwali.

Congress-led UDF candidate Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday began her byelection campaign in the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency by launching a scathing attack on the Centre, alleging that the values of the Constitution are constantly being subverted. She urged the people to vote for peace, democracy and equality in India.

Three terrorists involved in an attempted ambush on an Army vehicle in Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor area on Monday have been killed, official sources said here.

A powerful live hand grenade was found at the gates of Ghanapriya Women's College, located less than 100 metres from the Raj Bhavan here on Monday, police said.

Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Working President, Manas Sinha, resigned from the Congress on Monday and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in a move seen as a significant shift in state politics.

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) candidate from Mahim constituency, Amit Thackeray, who made his debut in electoral politics with this nomination, on Monday completely ruled out a reunion between estranged cousins Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray. 

In a heartwarming moment during Vadodara roadshow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish President Pedro Sanchez took a special pause to greet Dia Gosai, a specially-abled student from MS University who presented them a sketched portrait of both leaders.