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Kerala government on Sunday continued to express its displeasure over the delay in central assistance to landslide-hit Wayanad and said the union government was yet to announce the category in which the disaster is classified. Revenue Minister K Rajan said 100 days have passed since the massive landslides rocked the hamlets of Wayanad, but the state was yet to receive any assistance from the union government for its rehabilitation. The «negative approach» adopted by the Centre in terms of the rehabilitation of Wayanad was 'painful' for the state, he told reporters here. The state government has raised demands for central assistance several times.

Assam Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday approved the proposal to increase the Dearness Allowance (DA) for the state government employees by three per cent from the current 50 per cent to 53 per cent of their basic salary. The increase in the DA will be retroactively effective from July this year, Chief Minister Sarma announced in the press conference. The employees will receive their DA arrears starting from December to March, with the government providing 25 per cent of the amount each month.

Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday that Jharkhand is a «tough state» in terms of BJP's prospect in the upcoming assembly elections there but the saffron camp is «hopeful» of coming to power. Sarma, who is the party's co-in charge for the poll-bound Jharkhand, also said he has been busy campaigning there and is not able to focus on the November 13 by-polls in Assam. «I have not been keeping tabs on the bypolls here. I have been very busy with Jharkhand,» the chief minister said, addressing a press conference here.

Amit Shah said on Sunday that infiltration at Indo-Bangladesh border will stop completely if BJP comes to power in the state in 2026. Lashing out at the Trinamool Congress-led government over corruption, Shah said the funds sent by the Modi government are routed to corrupt Trinamool leaders. “Mamata Didi talks about injustice in MGNREGA. You (Mamata) were part of UPA. But now in the NDA regime, Modi, in the last ten years, has sent Rs 56,000crore for NREGA. When Modi sends money, it goes to corrupt TMC leaders. Where does this money go? Did the money go to people or Trinamool Congress.” Shah hit out at INDIA Alliance as well during his speech. He also assured that “Achhe Din” will come to Bengal after counting of 2026 assembly polls is completed and BJP comes to power. “Peace will come once infiltration stops. Partnership with neighbouring countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar in terms of business and cultural aspects will be enhanced. In terms of progress, several initiatives can be possible,” Shah said as he inaugurated the Passenger Terminal Building and Maitri Dwar at Land Port in Bengal's Petrapole today.

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Samvidhan yatra across the country, the BJP-led NDA government is going all out to commemorate 75th anniversary of constitution day, drawing lessons from 2024 polls the saffron party working overtime to showcase its commitment to the legal document. In run upto 2024 Lok Sabha polls opposition especially Congress succeeded in cornering the BJP accusing that that if saffron party came to power it would amend the constitution. The Congress constitution narrative helped it in increasing its tally and checking saffron party from crossing majority mark.

Washington Post reported on Saturday that South African-born billionaire businessman Elon Musk worked illegally in the United States during a brief period in the 1990s while building a startup company. The news outlet reported that Musk arrived in Palo Alto, California, in 1995 to attend Stanford University but never enrolled in his graduate studies program there. Instead, he developed software company Zip2, which sold in 1999 for around $300 million, according to the outlet. Two immigration law experts quoted by the Post said Musk would have needed to be enrolled in a full course of study in order to maintain a valid work authorization as a student.

Arvind Kejriwal, leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of orchestrating an attack on him during a foot march in Vikaspuri, Delhi. Kejriwal claimed 'BJP goons' assaulted him during the event. He questioned whether the BJP intended to «kill him» and challenged them to contest elections against him. Kejriwal addressed a gathering in Delhi, saying, «Do you want to kill me? If you have the courage, contest elections against me.» He stressed that he has no desire for power and is more concerned about the development work in Delhi. Accompanying Kejriwal, AAP MP Sanjay Singh stated that Delhi's citizens would «take revenge for this insult» in the upcoming elections, accusing BJP of being nervous about their electoral prospects in Delhi.

Indian Army's Romeo Force, in a joint operation with Special Operations Group (SOG) police, busted a terror hideout in the Balnoi sector in Poonch, officials said. According to the Poonch police, the operation that took place on Saturday led to the recovery of two grenades and three PakistMines from the hideout. Meanwhile, a search operation was carried out in Tangmarg and several parts of Jammu and Kashmir as the Indian Army and police intensified their searches to trace the accused in terror attacks in Gulmarg, Baramulla in north Kashmir and Gagangir in the Ganderbal district of the Union Territory.

Nirmala Sitharaman urged the G7 and G20 nations to intensify their support for the African countries and highlighted India's commitment to the continent, particularly in areas such as infrastructure development and healthcare. The Finance Minister participated in the G7 African Ministerial Roundtable on Saturday (local time), the Ministry of Finance stated. During her address at the meet on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings 2024, Sitharaman highlighted the «deep-rooted partnership between India and Africa, which has been redefined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi through 10 guiding principles» that aim to support Africa's growth by focusing on capacity-building, enhancing public services, and addressing climate change, the Ministry added.

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The Israeli military said its aircraft targeted facilities that Iran used to make the missiles fired at Israel as well as surface-to-air missile sites. Crucially, there was no indication that Iran’s oil or nuclear sites were struck. Iran insisted the strikes caused only «limited damage», and Iranian state-run media downplayed them. Taken together, the moves suggested at least for now that both countries are trying to avoid a more serious escalation.

Harry Enten predicts a significant outcome for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, suggesting a 60% chance that the winner will secure over 300 Electoral College votes. Despite the current polls indicating a tight race, Enten explains that the dynamics of swing states could lead to a substantial victory for one candidate. CNN host John Berman questioned how a close race could also result in a «relative blowout,» which Enten clarified by analyzing the historical polling data. Enten emphasized that while the margins in the key swing states are currently tight, under 2 points, the average polling error in these states has been about 3.4 points since 1972. He provided electoral maps indicating how either former President Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris could potentially achieve over 300 Electoral College votes. Enten’s analysis highlights the trend that swing states often lean in one direction, historically favoring a stronger outcome for the eventual winner. Also Read: Dandadan: Here’s Episode 5 release date, time, where to watch and upcoming episode schedule

Alex Buljan, a White House replica in Hillsborough, California, sold for $23 million just in time for the presidential election. The approximately 24,400-square-foot house outside of San Francisco, dubbed the Western White House, sold for $38.9 million in June 2023, as quoted in a report by The Wall Street Journal. Mehrdad Elie, a real estate investor, and his wife, Neda Elie, were the sellers. In 2022, they paid $15 million for the property. A request for comment on the sale was not answered by the Elies.

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Aaron Judge was voted player of the year and the American League’s outstanding player for the second time by fellow major leaguers in the annual Players Choice Awards of the Major League Baseball Players Association. Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani was voted the National League’s outstanding player, the union said Saturday. Judge led the major leagues with 58 homers and 144 RBIs, hitting .322. He also won both awards in 2022. Ohtani became the first player with 50 homers and 50 stolen bases, batting .310 with 54 homers, 130 RBIs and 59 steals. He was voted the AL's outstanding player in 2021 and 2023 when he was with the Los Angeles Angels and won the overall player of the year in 2021.

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