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On News At 2 this November 6, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

Voting has begun for 121 constituencies in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections, with over 37 million voters deciding the fate of key leaders including Tejashwi Yadav and Samrat Choudhary.

Meanwhile, the Centre blacklisted 178 training centres under the Skill Development Ministry for corruption and fake documentation. In Kerala, the state government and opposition parties united to challenge the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls, calling it politically motivated and similar to NRC-like exercises.

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On News At 2 this November 5, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

Democrats notched major wins in Donald Trump’s second term’s first elections, with Zohran Mamdani becoming New York’s first Muslim and Indian-origin mayor, invoking Nehru in a fiery speech promising rent freezes and childcare reforms.

In Uttar Pradesh’s Mirzapur, six people died after being hit by a train while crossing tracks. Meanwhile, India and Israel signed a defence cooperation pact in Tel Aviv, focusing on co-development, AI, cybersecurity, and joint innovation against global threats.

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On News At 2 this November 4, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The DGCA has proposed a 48 hour window allowing passengers to cancel or reschedule flight tickets within two days of booking, with feedback open until November 30.

In Bihar, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav promised Rs 30,000 annual aid for poor women, free electricity for irrigation, and MSP bonuses if elected. Meanwhile, India and Bahrain agreed to enhance cooperation on counter terrorism, cybersecurity and defence ties, with ministers Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Abdullatif Alzayani reaffirming commitments after the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack.

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On News At 2 this 3rd of November, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. India clinched their maiden Women’s World Cup title, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in Navi Mumbai, powered by Shafali Verma’s 87 and Deepti Sharma’s all-round brilliance.

In Telangana, 24 people were killed after a gravel-laden lorry collided with an RTC bus near Mirzaguda, prompting CM Revanth Reddy to order relief efforts. Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate attached properties worth ₹3,084 crore linked to Anil Ambani in a money laundering probe involving alleged loan fraud by Reliance Home and Commercial Finance.

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On News At 2 this October 31, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

India and the US signed a 10-year defence pact in Malaysia to deepen military cooperation, joint production, and intelligence sharing. The Supreme Court summoned all state chief secretaries over non-compliance in the stray dog menace case, criticising state inaction. Meanwhile, the NDA’s Bihar manifesto promised 10 million jobs and 10 million ‘Lakhpati Didis’, along with major infrastructure, agriculture, and welfare pledges including free education, power, and healthcare ahead of the upcoming state elections.

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On News At 2 this October 30, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

US President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping have agreed to reduce tariffs and secure rare earth supplies, marking a brief thaw in trade ties.  In India, the Election Commission has launched helpline number 1950 in West Bengal to aid voters ahead of electoral roll revision. Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate urged Tamil Nadu Police to probe a cash-for-jobs scam in a state department, alleging bribes of 2 to 3 million rupees per post and large-scale exam manipulation.

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On News At 2 this October 29, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

President Droupadi Murmu became the first Indian president to take a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet at Ambala Air Force Station, following her 2023 Sukhoi-30 MKI flight. In a diplomatic milestone, India will host European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa as chief guests for Republic Day 2026, coinciding with the India-EU Summit. Meanwhile, Cyclone Montha weakened after landfall in Andhra Pradesh, triggering heavy rains, one death, travel disruptions, and widespread alerts in Andhra and Odisha.

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On News At 2 this October 28, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in 12 states has drawn opposition from Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Kerala, with parties alleging political bias. Meanwhile, Cyclone Montha intensified into a severe storm, prompting mass evacuations in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as it nears landfall near Kakinada. In the Indian Ocean, the Indian and U.S navies completed joint anti-submarine warfare drills near Diego Garcia, strengthening cooperation and regional security under the Indo-Pacific network.

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On News At 2 this 27th of October, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai has recommended Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India, set to take office on November 23. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 47th ASEAN Summit virtually, declaring 2026 as the ‘Year of ASEAN-India Maritime Cooperation’ and reaffirming India’s Act East Policy. Meanwhile, India and China resumed direct flights after a four-year gap, signalling warming ties through renewed trade, tourism, and diplomatic engagement following pandemic-related and border disruptions.

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On News At 2 this October 24, Taniya Dutta brings you the afternoon's most crucial headlines. At least 20 people killed after a bus collided with a two-wheeler and caught fire in Andhra Pradesh, with 18 survivors escaping. Delhi Police arrested two suspected ISIS operatives planning “fidayeen” attacks, seizing arms and electronic devices, while investigations probe possible ISI links. In Tripura, a 24-hour Tiprasa strike turned violent, injuring police and officials, with shops looted and internet suspended. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders, and Chief Minister Manik Saha condemned the unrest, calling for strict action.

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