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# India: Sunday 1 November 2026

40 stories. Cite the publisher using original_url.

### Kaniyambetta panchayat in Wayanad unveils tourism plan; Kallanchira check dam to be developed as major tourist attraction

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:42 IST (2026-11-01T22:42+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/dc04d27776dd
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kaniyambetta-panchayat-in-wayanad-unveils-tourism-plan-kallanchira-check-dam-to-be-developed-as-major-tourist-attraction/article71652744.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/dc04d27776dd-l.webp

Boating and kayaking facilities will be introduced at the check dam. Proposed plan also includes walkways, seating arrangements and a children’s park.

### India Celebrates State Formation Day with Pride in Linguistic Heritage

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:18 IST (2026-11-01T22:18+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ec6413cd8e39
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116933400988664229

Indians marked State Formation Day, recalling the 1956 States Reorganisation Act that redrew boundaries along linguistic lines, creating states like Andhra Pradesh from Telugu areas and Kerala from Malayalam regions.

### Two arrested for selling marijuana in Patancheru

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:39 IST (2026-11-01T22:39+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/bf70e2986ea1
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/two-arrested-for-selling-marijuana-in-patancheru/article71652690.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/bf70e2986ea1-l.webp

### India Launches BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:09 IST (2026-11-01T22:09+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/6b46e0e6f7a4
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116848825206026730

Running November 1 to 7 under India's BRICS chairship, the event promotes seven Mission LiFE actions like saving energy, cutting waste, and choosing healthy routines.

### RJD and JSP call for disqualification of independent MLCs who ‘joined’ BJP

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:58 IST (2026-11-01T22:58+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/af6f7fe9cbc7
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/bihar/rjd-and-jsp-call-for-disqualification-of-independent-mlcs-who-joined-bjp/article71653634.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/af6f7fe9cbc7-l.webp

The Bihar Bharatiya Janata Party issued a press statement saying both had joined the party; when a controversy erupted both MLCs said they have not joined the party but are supporting the BJP

### Over 22,000 litres of ‘adulterated’, expired ghee worth ₹1.6 crore seized in Rajasthan; 3 arrested

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:45 IST (2026-11-01T22:45+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/696ef7f05df9
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/over-22-000-litres-of-adulterated-expired-ghee-seized-in-rajasthan-3-arrested-101793551843059.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/696ef7f05df9-l.webp

Food safety authorities also recovered expired ghee, containers without labels, packaging material, stickers, a packing machine and other equipment.

### Gautam Buddha Relics Displayed In Arunachal For First Time In 13 Years

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:24 IST (2026-11-01T22:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/a9c863041125
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/gautam-buddha-relics-displayed-in-arunachal-for-first-time-in-13-years-12268254#publisher=newsstand

The relics will be taken to three districts as part of the programme, allowing people from different parts of the state to offer prayers and pay their respects.

### 750 Families Removed, Mosques Demolished In Assam Eviction Drive

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:21 IST (2026-11-01T22:21+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d89a65e00903
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/750-families-removed-mosques-demolished-in-assam-eviction-drive-12268248#publisher=newsstand

The 750 families had allegedly occupied government land and established settlements in the Alamganj Ninth Block area for several years.

### Gem Veeramani case: Greater Chennai Police seek cancellation of Prakash Kanniah’s passport

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:44 IST (2026-11-01T22:44+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/912cacbb0969
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/gem-veeramani-case-greater-chennai-police-seek-cancellation-of-prakash-kanniahs-passport/article71653502.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/912cacbb0969-l.webp

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted to probe the POCSO Act cases involving the businessman and others conducted an Identification Parade at the Puzhal central prison for one of the victims to identify the accused persons.

### ‘She is upstairs’: Panchkula school boy who attacked 6-year-old led her father to bloodied classroom

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:32 IST (2026-11-01T22:32+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/280cdf4011aa
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/panchkula-school-boy-who-attacked-6-year-old-led-her-father-to-bloodied-classroom-101793548526320.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/280cdf4011aa-l.webp

The incident took place between 3 pm and 4 pm at the school in Sector 20 on October 28.

### Andhra Chainsaw Attacker Shot At, Cops Say 'Tried To Escape Carrying Knife'

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:27 IST (2026-11-01T22:27+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8b8a339bb062
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/andhra-chainsaw-attacker-shot-at-cops-say-tried-to-escape-carrying-knife-12268170#publisher=newsstand

According to police sources, six rounds were fired at the accused, identified as Hemanth, also known as Dummu, after officers received information that he was hiding in a forest area.

### "Be Quiet, Or I Give An Hour-Long Speech": M Kharge's Warning To Noisy Crowd At Delhi Rally

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:26 IST (2026-11-01T22:26+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d5546e38f3fc
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/be-quiet-or-i-give-an-hour-long-speech-mallikarjun-kharges-long-speech-warning-at-india-bloc-delhi-rally-12268232#publisher=newsstand

At INDIA bloc rally in Delhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge stood silent on the dais for about 30 seconds as slogans rang. He was not impressed by the high decibel level.

### West Bengal government notifies jobs for kin of those killed in political violence

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:12 IST (2026-11-01T22:12+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2f4af5e627c5
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/west-bengal/west-bengal-government-notifies-jobs-for-kin-of-those-killed-in-political-violence/article71653803.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2f4af5e627c5-l.webp

The notification provides a cut off date from 2001 onwards; families of victims of political violence in the past 25 years can apply for government jobs

### Ladakh liquor traders slam Sonam Wangchuk's dry UT demand, raise questions over licence to his wine brand

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:09 IST (2026-11-01T22:09+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/dfdd4e02dd78
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ladakh-liquor-traders-slam-sonam-wangchuks-dry-ut-demand-raise-questions-over-licence-to-his-wine-brand-101793545317007.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/dfdd4e02dd78-l.webp

Ladakh liquor traders questioned Sonam Wangchuk over targeting liquor for a ban while drug use, smoking and meat consumption remained unaddressed.

### West Bengal CM promises CAA certificates to 2.5 lakh Matuas by end of 2026

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:07 IST (2026-11-01T22:07+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/016c107db438
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/west-bengal/suvendu-adhikari-accuses-mamata-banerjee-of-dividing-matuas-and-opposing-caa/article71652508.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/016c107db438-l.webp

During his first visit to Thakurbari in North 24 Parganas after taking up the office of Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari says West Bengal would have turned into Bangladesh had the BJP not come to power in 2026

### Panchkula school assault case: Two suspended, child rights panel seeks report

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:23 IST (2026-11-01T21:23+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/13d9c974fcaf
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/panchkula-school-assault-case-two-suspended-child-rights-panel-seeks-report-101793547600832.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/13d9c974fcaf-l.webp

The incident came to light after a six-year-old girl student was allegedly assaulted at a government school in Panchkula by a third-grade student.

### Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak-2026 for police inspector of Karimnagar Police Commissionerate

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:50 IST (2026-11-01T21:50+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/6bbc726cbe7f
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/kendriya-grihmantri-dakshata-padak-2026-for-police-inspector-of-karimnagar-police-commissionerate/article71650426.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/6bbc726cbe7f-l.webp

### Andhra youth, who attacked schoolgirl with chainsaw, shot at while trying to escape police custody

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:36 IST (2026-11-01T21:36+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/83a338dad01a
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/andhra-pradesh-chainsaw-attack-accused-teenager-girl-school-anatapur-shot-at-while-trying-to-escape-police-custody-101793546482135.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/83a338dad01a-l.webp

The accused, Hemanth alias Dummu, was picked up by a special party of the police in Atmakur forest area of the district in the evening.

### Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan asks Keralam govt. to reverse premium hike for NoRKA Care insurance scheme

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:49 IST (2026-11-01T21:49+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/69ea6247215a
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/opposition-leader-pinarayi-vijayan-demands-keralam-govt-to-reverse-premium-hike-for-norka-care-insurance-scheme/article71653239.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/69ea6247215a-l.webp

The premium for a ‘family floater’ policy (with a coverage of ₹5 lakh) has been hiked from ₹13,411 to a range between ₹35,664 and ₹77,773, he says

### Tensions flare in Manipur's Kangpokpi after two missing Kuki men found dead, 3 injured in clashes

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:26 IST (2026-11-01T21:26+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d4dbffa16c18
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/tensions-flare-in-manipurs-kangpokpi-after-two-missing-kuki-men-found-dead-3-injured-in-clashes-101793547799049.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/d4dbffa16c18-l.webp

The two were reportedly abducted by unidentified miscreants on October 28 while travelling between Hengbung and Taphou Kuki village in Kangpokpi district.

### BJP conspiring to delete 20 crore votes, says CM Revanth

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:24 IST (2026-11-01T21:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ef9de40a0f9f
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/bjp-conspiring-to-delete-20-crore-votes-says-cm-revanth/article71653693.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/ef9de40a0f9f-l.webp

### Indian States Mark Formation Days with Pride on November 1

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 18:50 IST (2026-11-01T18:50+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/91da2432ba86
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116797976592920577

States like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Haryana observed their formation anniversaries on November 1, marking the 1956 States Reorganisation Act that united regions by language.

### HDK accuses police chief of leaking sensitive information

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:23 IST (2026-11-01T21:23+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/32b7b10adfba
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/hdk-accuses-police-chief-of-leaking-sensitive-information/article71653795.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/32b7b10adfba-l.webp

### Halloween Celebrations Stir Debate on Indian Traditions

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 17:28 IST (2026-11-01T17:28+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/146555012a13
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116861514112258249

Intern doctor drpurpleready posted a jab at 'Nikhil from Indiranagar' searching for Halloween gear while questioning why no American does Satyanarayan Puja, a key Hindu ritual for blessings and prosperity.

### Arrangements made for smooth landing of Jagan’s chopper, asserts Kadapa Collector

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:19 IST (2026-11-01T21:19+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9e16712e49db
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/arrangements-made-for-smooth-landing-of-jagans-chopper-asserts-kadapa-collector/article71653604.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/9e16712e49db-l.webp

There is a brief disruption in providing pilot, escort and rope party that are mandatory to a Z-Plus category VIP as the helicopter has arrived much ahead of schedule, says the District Election Officer, adding that there are no complaint about obstruction of booth agents anywhere in the district

### Traffic, Chaos At Delhi Borders As Anti-Pollution Curbs Kick In

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:09 IST (2026-11-01T20:09+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/38bf13531cf8
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/delhi-air-pollution-traffic-chaos-at-delhi-borders-as-anti-pollution-curbs-kick-in-12267832#publisher=newsstand

Heavy congestion was seen at several entry points, particularly along the Delhi-Gurugram and Delhi-Noida borders, as traffic police and enforcement personnel conducted checks on vehicles entering the national capital.

### India Celebrates Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Honoring Sardar Patel's Unity Legacy

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:36 IST (2026-11-01T19:36+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/e7d50566c81a
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116893528617820347

On October 31, 2026, people across India marked Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, known as the Iron Man for integrating over 550 princely states into one nation after Independence.

### Storm ‘Murasu’ to bring very heavy rain over north Tamil Nadu

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:19 IST (2026-11-01T21:19+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/11544af310b5
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/storm-murasu-to-bring-very-heavy-rains-over-north-tamil-nadu/article71653048.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/11544af310b5-l.webp

Isolated places over Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet and Nilgiris districts are likely to get heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning on Monday, November 2

### Avarekai cultivation in Kolar district drops by 70% amid rainfall deficit

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:55 IST (2026-11-01T20:55+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2d7c42edfa48
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/avarekai-cultivation-in-kolar-district-drops-by-70-amid-rainfall-deficit/article71653287.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2d7c42edfa48-l.webp

The decline is attributed to inadequate rainfall, depleting groundwater levels and dry weather conditions, which have discouraged farmers from taking up sowing

### Senior IPS officer Susanta Kumar Nath removed as Odisha DG prisons after woman jailor alleges sexual harassment

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:49 IST (2026-11-01T20:49+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/cd08d912296d
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/senior-ips-officer-susanta-kumar-nath-removed-as-odisha-dg-prisons-after-woman-jailor-alleges-sexual-harassment-101793542653124.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/cd08d912296d-l.webp

Susanta Kumar Nath, a 1993-batch IPS officer and one of the contenders for the state's director general of police post.

### UGC Equity Regulations 2026 "Unbalanced", Centre Must Ensure Fairness: RSS

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:15 IST (2026-11-01T20:15+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/1009ca276d2a
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ugc-equity-regulations-2026-unbalanced-centre-must-ensure-fairness-rss-12267850#publisher=newsstand

RSS leader Sunil Ambekar said the organisation had already communicated its concerns about the regulations to the authorities, adding that both the government and the UGC had taken note of the objections.

### Sporadic clashes, rigging allegations mark urban local body polls in Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:55 IST (2026-11-01T20:55+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ddc41489e0a9
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/sporadic-clashes-rigging-allegations-mark-urban-local-body-polls-in-kurnool-nandyal-and-anantapur-districts/article71653410.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/ddc41489e0a9-l.webp

### Rajyotsava celebrated in Dharwad

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:24 IST (2026-11-01T20:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/50e990152dbb
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/rajyotsava-celebrated-in-dharwad/article71652387.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/50e990152dbb-l.webp

Minister promises that development programmes and welfare schemes will continue

### Nita Ambani announces 100-acre lifelong care home for orphans, seniors, disabled people

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:44 IST (2026-11-01T19:44+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/b00e84c8e717
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/nita-ambani-announces-100-acre-lifelong-care-home-for-orphans-seniors-disabled-people-reliance-101793542296745.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/b00e84c8e717-l.webp

Nita Ambani performed the Bhumi Pujan and laid the foundation stone for the proposed Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray in Karjat, near Mumbai.

### Elderly voters brave Vijayawada’s blistering heat to cast ballots

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:24 IST (2026-11-01T20:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/79a029cccbf0
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/elderly-voters-brave-blistering-heat-in-vijayawada-to-cast-ballots/article71652729.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/79a029cccbf0-l.webp

### '2 pilots mandatory': DGCA tightens Char Dham helicopter norms after Uttarakhand crash; operators threaten shutdown

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:43 IST (2026-11-01T19:43+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9c7a85691d31
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/two-pilots-for-char-dham-helicopters-dgca-tightens-norms-after-uttarakhand-chopper-crash-operators-threaten-shutdown-101793541447757.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/9c7a85691d31-l.webp

The DGCA also directed that crews obtain positive destination and enroute clearance from the control room at Sahastradhara before taking off for each sector.

### CJI calls for strengthening public confidence in High Courts

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:54 IST (2026-11-01T19:54+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ecfce1a03750
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/cji-calls-for-strengthening-public-confidence-in-high-courts/article71652566.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/ecfce1a03750-l.webp

High Courts should continue to remain accessible to the vulnerable, attentive to the urgency of human suffering, and unwavering in its commitment to constitutional values, says Surya Kant

### Avengers: Doomsday Hits Indian Theaters December 17, Ahead of U.S.

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 17:42 IST (2026-11-01T17:42+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/e89a55ad0142
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116864446597378050

Marvel India announced the early December 17 release in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, spotlighting Dolby Cinema and a special Diwali message from Downey and Chris Evans.

### ‘Vote chor’ graffiti, littered roads, and a muddy ‘catwalk’ at Ramlila Maidan after INDIA bloc rally

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:51 IST (2026-11-01T19:51+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/5b6655a3b418
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/vote-chor-graffiti-littered-roads-and-a-muddy-catwalk-at-ramlila-maidan-after-india-bloc-rally/article71653172.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/5b6655a3b418-l.webp

Waste-collectors, some of whom participated in the protest, gathered the discarded plastic bottles near the protest site; rain-soaked, waterlogged stretches forced protesters to tread carefully through the venue

### Indigenous Protesters Rally Against Arunachal's Massive Siang Dam in Delhi

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 17:13 IST (2026-11-01T17:13+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ef0121587b75
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116781244637749256

On October 31, demonstrators from Arunachal Pradesh gathered outside Arunachal Bhawan in New Delhi to protest the 11,200 MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, a hydropower dam they fear will submerge ancestral lands, displace over 100,000 people, and destroy their culture and livelihoods.