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The purported orders impersonated the Rajasthan and Allahabad High Courts and were issued in July and September. Following findings, the Allahabad High Court filed a police complaint on November 6, triggering an investigation into alleged forgery and cheating by unidentified persons.

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An investigation by Reuters has found that India's Department of Telecommunications ordered internet service providers to block 129 betting websites based on two forged High Court orders.

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A man who visited a Punjab National Bank branch in Rampura Phul, Bathinda, to deposit ₹50,000 had the cash stolen from his pocket by a minor. The theft was reportedly captured on the bank's CCTV cameras. Police are examining the footage to identify those involved and investigate whether the minor had an accomplice.

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Visakhapatnam has emerged as India's cleanest city in the 10 lakh-plus population category in the Centre's annual Swachh Survekshan cleanliness survey. Jabalpur secured second place, followed by Lucknow in third. The rankings were announced at an awards ceremony in New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu presented the award.

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An investigation by The Reporters’ Collective has flagged discrepancies between votes polled and votes counted in 51 constituencies across Maharashtra, Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir during the 2024 elections. The findings cite significant gaps in seats such as Haryana’s Badkhal and Mumbai North, while Srinagar reportedly recorded more votes counted than polled. The report also alleges that the Election Commission did not follow its prescribed investigation procedures.

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A couple had a narrow escape in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur district after a heavy Public Works Department (PWD) hoarding pillar collapsed onto their moving motorcycle near Bahua Road Chowk. The incident, which occurred in the Ghazipur police station area, was captured on CCTV. While the motorcycle was damaged in the impact, the riders sustained only minor injuries.

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The incident occurred around 10.25 pm on November 10, near the flyover leading towards Navi Mumbai International Airport.

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A 16-year-old boy from Old Panvel was rescued after falling nearly 70 feet from an under-construction flyover while reportedly bursting firecrackers on Tuesday night.

✍🏻 : Abhitash Singh

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The Indian rupee appreciated 7 paise to 93.70 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, supported by renewed foreign fund inflows, softer crude oil prices and improving geopolitical sentiment. The currency had closed at 93.77 against the dollar on Monday, gaining 21 paise.

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India and Norway are exploring joint research to convert industrial and construction waste, including fly ash, steel slag, plastic waste and red mud, into useful resources for roads, concrete and other construction products.

The discussions also covered using cement kilns to treat hazardous waste safely. Both countries identified joint research proposals, pilot projects and industry partnerships as priorities to promote resource-efficient technologies in the cement and construction sectors.

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A lift collapsed at Sunshine Apartment in Shivajinagar’s Vitthal-Rukmini Colony in Nashik’s Satpur area, leaving several women injured. The incident triggered panic among residents.

CCTV footage of the incident has emerged. The cause of the collapse and the lift’s maintenance status remain unclear.

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A juvenile justice board will assess her understanding of the alleged crimes, mental and physical capacity, and whether her father influenced or coerced her before deciding if she can face an adult trial.

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The 17-year-old allegedly helped her father, S Indushekar, 52, murder his wife, Sunitha, and six of her relatives in Bengaluru over 15 days in October. Police suspect she helped lure relatives to the house, conceal the killings, transport and dispose of the bodies, and clean the crime scene. Both were arrested on November 5.

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Three CRPF personnel were injured after terrorists attacked a CRPF naka in Kulgam district of South Kashmir. Dramatic footage of the incident has surfaced. Pakistani terrorists, allegedly assisted by local over-ground workers (OGWs), are suspected to be behind the attack. The circumstances and identities of those involved are yet to be independently established.

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Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut claimed that 20–22 MLAs from Sunetra Pawar’s NCP may leave the party and either join Sharad Pawar’s party or switch to other parties before the next elections. He said the MLAs had been meeting Sharad Pawar.

The claim comes amid speculation about a merger between the two NCP factions. However, both factions have denied that merger talks are underway. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said the BJP would need to be informed of any merger proposal.

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As Mumbai celebrates, the alarming numbers serve as a reminder that one spark can turn into a major fire. Stay alert, celebrate responsibly and prioritise safety!

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Mumbai witnessed 137 fire incidents in just 24 hours amid Diwali celebrations!

From aerial fireworks to firecracker-related hazards, the festive season brought a challenging 24 hours for the city’s fire brigade.

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has stepped in to oppose the proposed relocation of international flights from Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to Navi Mumbai airport. He has suggested an alternative, phased redevelopment of Terminal 1 to ensure flight operations continue without disruption.