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Justice Sanjiv Khanna to succeed Chandrachud as CJI

Justice Sanjiv Khanna will take the oath of office a day after incumbent Justice D Y Chandrachud will step down following his retirement on Nov 10. He will hold the position only for 183 days as he is set to retire on May 13, 2025.

SC directs Delhi HC to consider Sharjeel Imam’s plea to expedite bail hearing in 2020 Delhi riots case

PM Modi discusses key issues with German Chancellor Scholz to bolster bilateral ties

Indian envoy warns of rising Khalistani extremism in Canada, urges parents to safeguard students from radicalization

Two soldiers, as many army porters killed in Kashmir terror attack

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in a post on X condemned the attack and expressed concern over the spike in terrorist-related violence in Kashmir.

Over 80 flights receive hoax bomb threats from single X account

At least 250 flights operated by the Indian carriers have received bomb threats in the past 11 days. A source at the Pune airport said that the X account holder's message mentioned airline names and flight numbers.

Union Cabinet approves 2 rail projects worth ₹ 6,798 crore in 3 states

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the doubling of the Narkatiaganj-Raxaul-Sitamarhi-Darbhanga and Sitamarhi-Muzaffarpur section in Bihar covering 256 km. It also approved construction of a new line between Errupalem and Namburu via Amaravati covering 57 km.

Germany to compete with Spain for submarine contract, plans back-to-back visit to India

Project 75(I) aims to enhance India's naval capabilities by developing six advanced submarines, featuring cutting-edge technology, stealth capabilities, and indigenous design, boosting maritime security and self-reliance in defense.

S Jaishankar pushes for India seat at UNSC, advocates peaceful resolution of global disputes

Speaking at the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan, Indian External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar said a permanent seat at the UNSC has been country’s longstanding demand backed by major world powers, including the US, UK, and France.

SCBA raises objection over modifications to 'Lady Justice' statue without consultation

In contrast to the customary portrayal of the Lady Justice with its eyes blindfolded, the new statue's eyes are open to convey the idea that the law is not blind.