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India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, sees an upgrade in his security cover from 'Y' to 'Z' category. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will now provide enhanced protection, including 14-15 armed commandos on round-the-clock shifts across the country.

The Manipur government has issued an order prohibiting the circulation of images and videos depicting violent activities that may exacerbate the law-and-order situation in the state. This move aims to restore normalcy amid ongoing ethnic clashes that have disrupted life in Manipur since May.

The Delhi High Court has upheld the conviction of Ariz Khan for his role in the 2008 Batla House encounter, which resulted in the killing of Inspector Mohan Chand Sharma. While the conviction is upheld, the death sentence has been commuted to life imprisonment, following a plea filed by Khan.

The Election Commission of India has rescheduled the Rajasthan assembly election from November 23 to November 25 due to concerns about large-scale weddings and social engagements causing inconvenience to voters. Here's an update on the revised election schedule and the political response to the change.

A devastating train derailment near Buxar, Bihar, has claimed five lives as the North East Express, traveling from Delhi to Kamakhya, Assam, derailed. Rescue teams are on-site, and government authorities are working to provide relief and assistance.

Tourist families share their harrowing experiences after being stranded for six days in flood-hit Sikkim as an army rescue operation brings them to safety. A flash flood, triggered by a glacial lake outburst, left them isolated without electricity and mobile connections.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assures Israel of India's support in the face of the deadly conflict with Hamas. This development marks a significant shift in India's historic stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, raising diplomatic challenges.

the founder of NewsClick, who was arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for allegedly receiving funds to spread pro-China propaganda, has vehemently denied the accusations, asserting that they are "false" and "bogus." Purkayastha made these statements during proceedings in the Delhi High Court, where he, along with Amit Chakravarty, the head of the news portal's human resources department, challenged their arrest and subsequent 7-day police remand.

Air Commodore DS Handa discusses the significant expansion of the Indian Air Force's role in Eastern Ladakh, focusing on the acquisition of long-range surveillance radar systems, during an airshow marking the IAF's 91st anniversary.

Disturbing video footage captures Bihar police disposing of an accident victim's remains in a canal. The incident has sparked outrage, resulting in disciplinary actions against the officers involved.

The Central Election Committee of the Congress is meeting in the national capital to select candidates for the Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections, which are scheduled to be held later this year. Top leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi, are present at the meeting as both the BJP and Congress intensify their campaigns for the state's 230 Assembly constituencies.

High-resolution satellite images provide crucial insights into the recent disastrous floods in Sikkim, showing exposed lake banks, receding water levels, and signs of a possible landslide near South Lhonak Lake. Experts suggest that glacier pressure and snowpack may have contributed to the breach, shedding light on the tragedy.

The Election Commission is grappling with a leadership dispute within the NCP, with Ajit Pawar asserting majority support and Sharad Pawar's camp dismissing the claims as 'imaginary.' The EC hearing raises questions about the future of the party's name and symbol.

India plans to discuss its strained relations with Canada during the upcoming P20 Summit in Delhi as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the G20 Parliamentary Speakers' Summit. The summit will focus on themes like sustainable development, women-led development, and public digital platforms, gathering delegates from various countries.