Topic: Central

In Deoria, the Diwali firecracker market remained subdued as prices rose about 25 to 30 per cent compared with last year, affecting customers’ purchases.

Mundra Port set a new record, handling 20.27 million in October

Children participated enthusiastically in sports competitions in Bhopal, showcasing their talent and physical ability in kho-kho, kabaddi and tug of war.

Children displayed their talent and imagination through various creative activities in Bhopal, presenting art, skills and new ideas with enthusiasm.

In Unnao, a committee purchased 1.51 lakh earthen diyas from local potters and distributed them free to promote indigenous products and Vocal for Local.

Markets across Uttar Pradesh saw heavy shopping on Dhanteras, with strong demand for vehicles, bullion, electronics and utensils, including four Fortuners bought in Balrampur.

Smoke from fireworks and firecrackers on Diwali can harm eye health, causing irritation, redness, watering and dryness, doctors warn.

/ Agencies: An initiative is being undertaken to provide loan assistance to make women economically self-reliant and connect them with entrepreneurship.

71 volunteers took out a rally to raise awareness on environmental protection, cleanliness and de-addiction, urging people to help build a cleaner and addiction-free society.

Air traffic and security arrangements in Europe were affected on November 3 after bomb threats targeted at least seven passenger flights in Italy, Poland, Spain and Bulgaria.

A local holiday has been declared in Chhattisgarh on November 20 for Dev Uthani Ekadashi, affecting government offices in Raipur and Nava Raipur Atal Nagar.

Police in Chhattisgarh’s Raigarh district arrested one accused in a cattle smuggling case and recovered six cattle allegedly being taken to a slaughterhouse in Odisha.

Cyclone Murasu may change weather in the state’s central and southern parts, with yellow alerts for 19 districts today and 15 the next day.

The Ajit Pawar faction of the NCP has rejected speculation about a merger with the Sharad Pawar-led NCP, saying it is united under Sunetra Pawar.

Actor Dia Mirza’s appeal urging people not to burst firecrackers on Diwali drew objections from BJP leaders, prompting BMC to remove the video.

In Maharashtra’s Jalgaon, villagers foiled a robbery involving around Rs 36 crore, chased four fleeing accused for about 17 kilometres and handed them to police.

Actress Dia Mirza faces controversy over her appeal not to burst firecrackers on Diwali, as BJP and Shiv Sena leaders object and BMC removes the related video.

The counselling process for admission to nursing courses begins today, with online applications open from 2 pm and the last date fixed as November 8.

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk said suppressing the voice of the people can ultimately harm any government, citing protests in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal.

India’s men’s hockey team continued its strong Asian Champions Trophy run, beating Malaysia 4-2 as captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a hat-trick.