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In today’s evening digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on the poll announcements for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections, new developments in Baba Siddique’s murder case, Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan, and other top stories.
Assembly Elections LIVE: Maharashtra To Vote In Single Phase On Nov 20, Polling In Jharkhand In Two Phases
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Assembly Elections 2024 LIVE Updates: Maharashtra will vote on November 20 while polling in Jharkhand will be held in two phases– November 13 and November 22. The counting of votes will be held on November 23, the Election Commission of India announced on Tuesday. READ MORE
Jaishankar Arrives In Islamabad For SCO Meet, First Visit To Pakistan By An Indian Minister In 9 Years
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Pakistan’s Islamabad on Tuesday to attend a conclave of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on Wednesday. Jaishankar is likely to attend a banquet reception hosted by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, to welcome the delegates from the SCO member nations, news agency PTI quoted people familiar with the matter. READ MORE
Maharashtra Assembly Polls To See ‘Pawar Play’ At 84? Why Senior NCP Leader Is The Saviour Congress, MVA Need
84 not out – That’s the experience Sharad Pawar brings to the table. At a rally, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief said that he would do everything to save Maharashtra, whether he is 84 or 90. For the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), especially the Congress, he remains the saviour and the superman they need to ensure a win in this critical state poll. READ MORE
Baba Siddique Murder Case: Mumbai Police Make Fresh Arrest, Recover Bag With Pistol Near Crime Scene
The Mumbai Police on Tuesday made its fourth arrest in the ongoing probe into the Baba Siddique murder case. A 23-year-old scrap dealer from Pune was detained in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich by the crime branch, police said. READ MORE
‘This Is Not What Allies Do’: Trudeau Critics Call Out Canada’s ‘Khalistan Problem’ As India Ties Collapse
Amid an escalating diplomatic row with India, the accusations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are probably way too big to be deemed true by experts, professionals, and even journalists of his own country. Trudeau may have accused India of choosing to use its diplomats and organising a crime to attack its citizens, however, experts believe Canada has failed to provide compelling evidence to the public. READ MORE
‘Nepotism, Fake Box Office, Unprofessionalism’: Allegations Against Alia Bhatt’s Jigra Explained
Jigra, starring Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina, was anticipated for its compelling storyline. However, its release has been marred by a series of controversies that have grabbed the attention of audiences and ignited heated discussions online. From accusations of inflated box office numbers to claims of unprofessional behaviour and the cancellation of press screenings, the film’s journey from script to the big screen has been anything but smooth. As Jigra struggles to find its footing at the box office, here’s a breakdown of the unfolding drama. READ MORE
