Top news of the day: CBI examining Lokpal-referred complaint against Mahua Moitra; 68% voter turnout till 5 p.m. in Rajasthan Assembly polls, and more
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Top news updates from The Hindu on November 25, 2023
CBI examining Lokpal-referred complaint against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra
The CBI is looking into a complaint forwarded by the Lokpal regarding the allegation against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra related to certain questions raised by her in the Lok Sabha, according to sources. Clarifying that no preliminary inquiry has been instituted against Ms. Moitra so far, a source said the agency is currently examining the Lokpal reference.
Rajasthan Assembly elections | 68.24% voter turnout recorded till 5 p.m.
Rajasthan recorded 68.24% voter turnout till 5 p.m. in the Assembly polls on November 25, the Election Commission said. According to the Election Commission, Bagidora recorded a voter turnout of 78.21% whereas the capital city Jaipur recorded 69.22%. Jaisalmer recorded 76.57% and Ganganagar recorded 72.09%. Till 5 p.m., the maximum voter turnout was recorded in the Pokaran constituency with 81.12%.
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse | Rescue teams plan manual drilling from Silkyara tunnel’s mouth
Rescuers working to bring out the 41 workers trapped inside the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi, will now focus on vertical drilling, after the rescue operation was again halted after the auger machine broke down. International tunnelling expert Arnold Dix said the auger machine engaged for drilling through the rubble at the Silkyara tunnel has busted with rescuers considering other options, including vertical and manual drilling. Meanwhile, a new drilling machine used to dig vertically was brought to the accident site on November 25. The NDMA said that 47-meters of drilling was done so far, while efforts were on to retrieve broken part of auger machine. Rescue operations at Silkyara tunnel will take time, and the focus is now on vertical drilling, it said and added that 86 m of vertical drilling was needed to reach Silkyara tunnel’s crust.
Aditya-L1 solar probe expected to enter L1 orbit on January 7, says ISRO chairman
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy updates on the rescue efforts for eight trapped persons in Srisailam tunnel.
AIADMK takes credit for increasing Mullaperiyar reservoir storage level, criticizes DMK government, promises to fight for Tamil Nadu's rights.
Telangana faces intense summer with above-normal temperatures, potential heat waves, and increased pressure on public health and resources.
Tamil Nadu Governor emphasizes society's role in addressing mental health issues, urging compassion and care for the less fortunate.
Authorities reject commercial ventures near BRT Tiger Reserve, emphasizing conservation efforts and adherence to environmental protection guidelines.
MLC elections: All set for vote counting today, 800 counting staff deployed in Karimnagar
Congress intensifies efforts to strengthen organization in States with upcoming elections, focusing on ground-level organization and alliance dynamics.
Minister for Public Works E.V. Velu on Sunday reiterated the State government’s commitment to the two-language policy and also dismissed allegations about the all-party meeting on delimitation.
Coastal erosion threatens Kulasekarapattinam while land expansion due to accretion poses challenges in Manappad, Thoothukudi district.
University of Kerala researchers discover two new jumping spider species in India's Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary, expanding Epidelaxia's range.
Mukul Saran Mathur, new GM of South Western Railway, brings 30+ years of experience in Indian Railways.
Clarification on false reports of Blue Flag certification revocation for Rushikonda Beach by Collector M.N. Harendhira Prasad.
Over 500 locations raided in Cyberabad for drug abuse, gambling, prostitution, and traffic violations by multiple police wings.