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Bihar elections: 60 per cent turnout till 5 pm, Patna sees lowest voting figures

Bihar elections: 60 per cent turnout till 5 pm, Patna sees lowest voting figures

Stakes are high for both the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc, with several key leaders, including RJD's Tejashwi Yadav, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary, and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and several ministers, in the fray

Paan vendor attacked with sharp weapon in Maharashtra's Beed district

The victim, Hanumant Shivaji Fawde, who runs a paan stall, was assaulted following a heated argument. The attacker fled the scene immediately after the attack

06 November,2025 11:03 PM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondent

Bihar polls: Nitin Gadkari blames global economy for agrarian distress

Speaking at a rally in poll-bound Supaul District of Bihar, the former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President was canvassing for Bijendra Yadav, a senior minister in the Nitish Kumar Government and a veteran Janata Dal (United) leader

06 November,2025 10:57 PM IST | Bihar | mid-day online correspondent

No farmer should vote for Mahayuti until loan waiver is granted: Uddhav

Taking a dig at Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the Shiv Sena (UBT) criticised him for campaigning in Bihar while local farmers face severe losses. He recalled that Fadnavis, as the leader of opposition in assembly, had previously called for declaring a ‘wet drought’ under similar circumstances

06 November,2025 10:12 PM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondent

Bihar Election 2025: State records 'highest turnout' of nearly 64.66 per cent

The turnout marks the start of a closely watched, high-stakes contest seen as a litmus test for the ruling National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA’s) popularity. The Election Commission described the polling as peaceful and “festive,” with a record 64.66 per cent of voters exercising their franchise

06 November,2025 09:54 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent

Revenue official suspended over Rs 300-crore land deal linked to Parth Pawar

Officials said 40 acres of government-owned Mahar Vatan land was sold to Amadea Enterprises LLP, where Parth Pawar is a partner, for Rs 300 crore. The stamp duty has reportedly been waived off. “Since the land belongs to the government, it cannot be sold to a private entity,” an official said

06 November,2025 09:49 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

'Rs 6 credited to farmer was interest, not government crop loss aid'

The farmer, a resident of Dawarwadi village in Paithan taluka, had told reporters on Wednesday that he received a message stating that Rs 6 had been credited to his account

06 November,2025 08:20 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondent

PM Modi to inaugurate national conference on legal aid delivery at Supreme Court

The two-day conference will deliberate on key aspects of the legal services framework. As per an official release, it will also include the Legal Aid Defence Counsel System, panel lawyers, paralegal volunteers, permanent Lok Adalats, and the financial management of legal services institutions

06 November,2025 07:51 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Bihar Election 2025: Popular YouTuber Khan Sir casts vote in Patna

Popular YouTuber and educator Khan Sir cast his vote in Patna during the first phase of Bihar Election and urged young voters to exercise their democratic right. He emphasised that voting is the only moment when every citizen—rich or poor—stands equal in a true democracy

06 November,2025 06:29 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent

India repatriates 270 victims from Thailand after Myanmar cyber scam crackdown

Around 500 Indians were among 1,500 people from 28 countries who crossed into Thailand late last month after authorities raided KK Park, a major cybercrime hub in Myawaddy area of Myanmar

06 November,2025 06:18 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Bihar Election 2025: Locals in Danapur use boats to reach polling stations

Despite facing floods and lack of infrastructure, the voters in Bihar’s Danapur Diara showcased strong democratic spirit by using boats to reach polling booths in the first phase of voting the Bihar Election 2025

06 November,2025 05:45 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent

'Make Bihar infiltrator-free’: Shah delivers election pitch in West Champaran

As Bihar votes in the first phase of assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the polls aim to make the state ‘infiltrator-free’. Addressing a rally in West Champaran District, Shah attacked RJD for past crimes, promised development in the region, and highlighted NDA’s focus on security

06 November,2025 04:40 PM IST | Bettiah | mid-day online correspondent
Bihar Election 2025: Locals in Danapur use boats to reach polling stations

Bihar Election 2025: Locals in Danapur use boats to reach polling stations

Despite facing floods and lack of infrastructure, the voters in Bihar’s Danapur Diara showcased strong democratic spirit by using boats to reach polling booths in the first phase of voting the Bihar Election 2025

06 November,2025 05:45 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent
'Make Bihar infiltrator-free’: Shah delivers election pitch in West Champaran

'Make Bihar infiltrator-free’: Shah delivers election pitch in West Champaran

As Bihar votes in the first phase of assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the polls aim to make the state ‘infiltrator-free’. Addressing a rally in West Champaran District, Shah attacked RJD for past crimes, promised development in the region, and highlighted NDA’s focus on security

06 November,2025 04:40 PM IST | Bettiah | mid-day online correspondent
Farmers yet to receive any help from state: Uddhav

Farmers yet to receive any help from state: Uddhav

Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday interacted with farmers at Karajkheda village in Dharashiv district on the second day of his four-day tour of the Marathwada region

06 November,2025 04:39 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | mid-day online correspondent
ED freezes Rs 11.14-crore assets of ex-cricketers Raina, Dhawan

ED freezes Rs 11.14-crore assets of ex-cricketers Raina, Dhawan

A provisional order under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has been issued to attach an immovable property of Dhawan valued at Rs 4.5 crore and Raina’s Rs 6.64-crore mutual fund, in connection with the case against the online betting platform 1xBet, sources said

06 November,2025 04:16 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
India, US explore trade, defence and technology partnerships during meetings

India, US explore trade, defence and technology partnerships during meetings

India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met US Senator Steve Daines to discuss trade engagement, defence cooperation and technological innovation as both nations strenghten bilateral ties. The White House reaffirmed strong ties between PM Modi and President Trump

06 November,2025 04:07 PM IST | Washington | IANS

IN PHOTOS: High voter enthusiasm marks day 1 of Bihar assembly elections 2025

Polling booths across constituencies that went to polls in Phase-1 of the Bihar Election 2025 witnessed lively scenes on Thursday, with voters turning out in record numbers. By 6 pm, 64.46 per cent of the electorate had cast their votes across 121 seats, exercising their democratic right (PICS/PTI)

06 November,2025 08:52 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad
Fadnavis orders probe into Pune land deal by company linked to Ajit Pawar's son

Fadnavis orders probe into Pune land deal by company linked to Ajit Pawar's son

The 40-acre plot, located in a prime zone of Koregaon Park, is said to be government-owned. Opposition leaders have launched sharp attacks, accusing the Pawars of misuse of power

06 November,2025 03:24 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

Bihar elections: 42.31 per cent turnout in first phase of Bihar polls till 1 pm

Bihar elections: 42.31 per cent turnout in first phase of Bihar polls till 1 pm

Voting for the first phase of Bihar assembly elections began at 7 am for 121 seats amid tight security arrangements, an official said, adding it will continue till 5 pm

06 November,2025 02:12 PM IST | Patna | PTI

Money laundering case: ED summons Anil Ambani to depose on November 14

Money laundering case: ED summons Anil Ambani to depose on November 14

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani for questioning on November 14 in connection with an alleged bank loan fraud and money laundering case. The agency recently attached assets worth Rs 7,500 crore from his group companies.

06 November,2025 01:58 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Driver's quick action averts major mishap as bus catches fire in Andhra Pradesh

Driver's quick action averts major mishap as bus catches fire in Andhra Pradesh

A major tragedy averted in Andhra Pradesh's Parvathipuram Manyam district after a government bus caught fire. The driver's timely action ensured all passengers were safely evacuated.

06 November,2025 01:02 PM IST | Salur (Andhra Pradesh) | PTI

Breaking: Cyclone Montha slams Indian coast, highest alert in Andhra

    Breaking: Cyclone Montha slams Indian coast, highest alert in Andhra

    A powerful severe cyclonic storm — Cyclone Montha — is tearing across the Bay of Bengal, heading straight for India’s eastern coast. Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu are on high alert as winds surge past 110 kmph, uprooting trees, flooding cities, and halting flights and trains. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red warnings for multiple coastal districts, with mass evacuations underway. From Kakinada to Machilipatnam, people brace for landfall tonight as authorities battle rising tides and power outages.

    28 October,2025 07:47 PM IST
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