Train Tragedy in Chhattisgarh: At least six people were killed and several others injured after a passenger train (MEMU) collided with a goods train near the Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh. Railway officials have launched an immediate inquiry into the incident, with preliminary assessments suggesting the passenger train may have passed a signal at danger.
World Cup Heroes Return: The victorious Indian Women’s Cricket Team arrived back home to a rousing reception after securing their maiden ICC ODI World Cup title. The team is scheduled to meet with the Prime Minister on Wednesday.
Supreme Court on Online Gaming: The Supreme Court orally indicated that the new online gaming law’s prohibition on real money games might exclude regular competitions and tournaments, suggesting a distinction between skill-based events and betting or gambling.
Electoral Roll Revision Begins: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0 of electoral rolls kicked off in 12 States and Union Territories, covering approximately 51 crore voters. The exercise has drawn sharp criticism, with West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleging “silent rigging” and the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu challenging the process in the Supreme Court.
Hinduja Group Chairman Passes Away: Gopichand P. Hinduja, the chairman of the globe-spanning Hinduja Group, passed away in London at the age of 85
US Election Day: Voters in the United States are heading to the polls for Election Day, with key gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia. The contentious New York City mayoral race is also reaching its climax, with Democratic socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani reported as the frontrunner.
Former US VP Dick Cheney Dies: Dick Cheney, the former influential and controversial Vice President of the United States under George W. Bush, died at the age of 84.
Government Shutdown Ties Record: The ongoing U.S. federal government shutdown has entered its 35th day, tying the record for the longest shutdown in the nation’s history, with no immediate resolution in sight.
Typhoon Kalmaegi Strikes Philippines: The death toll has risen as Typhoon Kalmaegi continues to batter the Philippines, causing widespread flash floods, landslides, and displacing thousands of residents.
