Junior doctors from Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College announced new protests, expressing dissatisfaction with the CBI’s investigation into the August 9 rape and murder of their colleague. They criticized the chargesheet for naming only one suspect, despite the involvement of other “perpetrators,” including former principal Sandip Ghosh. The West Bengal Junior Doctors’ Forum has scheduled a rally on November 9 in Kolkata, joined by civil society members, and a lamp-lighting event on November 4. TMC MP Kalyan Bandyopadhyay criticized the protest, alleging CPI(M) interference, stating it inconveniences the public.

In Budgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, two migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh were shot by terrorists on Friday. The injured, identified as 25-year-old Sofiyan and 20-year-old Usman Malik, were daily wage laborers with the Jal Shakti Department and are currently in stable condition at JVC Hospital Bemina in Srinagar. Security forces swiftly arrived at the scene and initiated a search for the assailants. This attack marks the second targeted assault on non-locals in just 12 days, following the tragic killing of a doctor and six migrant workers in Ganderbal on October 19 and another worker on October 18.

A viral Instagram video shows a man launching a small rocket for Diwali with a simple voice command through Amazon’s Alexa. The video, shared by Mani’s Projects Lab, captures the moment as the man says, “Alexa, launch the rocket,” to which Alexa replies, “Yes, Boss, launching the rocket,” before the firework ignites. This unique blend of technology and tradition has amassed over 13 million views, drawing reactions from Amazon Alexa India and Swiggy Instamart, both of which responded humorously. Internet users are applauding the “hands-free” Diwali celebration, calling the man a “desi Elon Musk” for his innovative spirit.

Bibek Debroy, Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, passed away today at AIIMS Delhi due to intestinal obstruction. He was 69. A renowned economist and Padma Shri awardee, Debroy served as Chancellor of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics and was a member of NITI Aayog until 2019. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his death, praising Debroy's significant contributions to India's economic policy and intellectual landscape. Debroy's vast expertise spanned economics, policy, and research, leaving a lasting impact on the country.

A 16-year-old boy has been detained by Delhi Police for allegedly masterminding the murder of a man and his nephew in Shahdara's Farsh Bazar area on Diwali night. Akash Sharma, 44, and Rishabh Sharma, 16, were shot dead outside their residence. CCTV footage shows the boy touching Akash's feet before the shooter fired multiple rounds. The victim's 10-year-old son, Krish, was also injured. Police investigation revealed a money dispute as the motive behind the killings. The shooter and accomplice are still at large, with police efforts underway to apprehend them.

The Delhi Fire Department reported an unprecedented 320 emergency calls on Diwali night, marking the highest number of fire-related incidents in the last 10 years. From midnight to 6 a.m., officials responded to 158 fire cases across the capital. The incidents resulted in the deaths of at least three people, with 12 others sustaining injuries, according to Delhi Fire Services Director Atul Garg. This year’s Diwali night saw a sharp increase in fire emergencies compared to previous years, raising concerns over public safety and fire preparedness during the festive season across Delhi.

A fatal accident occurred in Andhra Pradesh's Eluru district when a two-wheeler carrying Diwali firecrackers, known as "onion bombs," hit a pothole and exploded. One person died and six others were injured in the blast, which happened near a temple at 12:17 pm. The explosives had an equivalent power to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). CCTV footage captured the incident. The injured are receiving medical treatment. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with Indian soldiers at the India-Pakistan border in Gujarat's Kachchh district. He visited Lucky Nala near Sir Creek, a challenging marshy area, to show solidarity with personnel from the Border Security Force, Army, Navy, and Air Force. PM Modi traditionally spends Diwali with troops, having done so since 2014. This year's visit aimed to boost morale and acknowledge the soldiers' dedication to national security. The Prime Minister offered sweets to the jawans, reinforcing his commitment to the armed forces.

To maintain law and order on Diwali, Delhi Police have heightened security measures across the city, particularly in crowded areas such as markets, malls, train stations, and metro stations. At least 377 teams of police personnel have been deployed to ensure compliance with the AAP government's blanket ban on firecracker production, storage, sale, and use, effective until January 1, 2025. Those violating the ban will face legal action. Additional officers in civil dress will also be on patrol. Key areas of focus include Chandni Chowk, Sarojini Nagar, Lajpat Nagar, Greater Kailash, Azadpur, and Ghazipur, where large crowds typically gather during Diwali celebrations.

A sudden and mysterious spike in elephant deaths has occurred in Madhya Pradesh's Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, with eight fatalities reported within 48 hours. The deceased include seven three-year-old female calves and a four-to-five-year-old male. A ninth elephant is in critical condition, while a tenth has recovered and been released. Authorities have launched an investigation, deploying a three-member National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) team and a five-member Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) team. The probe's findings are expected within 10 days.