WORLD
- Deadly Train Disaster in Spain: At least 69 people killed in one of Europe’s deadliest railway accidents this century.
- Ukraine Cyberattack: Ukraine suspects its air-raid warning application was hacked after false nuclear and chemical alerts appeared.
- North Korea Condemns US–South Korea Drill: Pyongyang warns it will strengthen its nuclear deterrence capabilities.
- Middle East Tensions: Diplomatic efforts continue to prevent further escalation between Iran and the United States.
INDIA
- Cyclone Murasu Alert: Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Odisha remain on alert as heavy rain and strong winds are forecast along coastal regions.
- GST Collections Rise: India’s October GST revenue increases 22.9% to ₹2.31 lakh crore.
- INDIA Bloc Protest: Opposition parties stage a major demonstration in Delhi against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
- Manipur Tensions: Fresh unrest follows the discovery of bodies of two missing Kuki youths in Senapati.
- Mahadev Betting Case: CBI secures the extradition of alleged betting-app promoter Sourabh Chandrakar from Oman.
- Madhya Pradesh Tragedy: Four people die from suffocation while cleaning a hotel waste chamber.
KARNATAKA
- Bengaluru–Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off the new sleeper train service.
- Bengaluru Hotel Tragedy: Two foreign nationals die following suspected electrocution at a five-star hotel’s swimming pool.
- Nine New Fire Stations: Greater Bengaluru Authority approves a proposal to establish nine additional fire stations.
- Bengaluru Traffic: A study proposes distance-based congestion charges during peak hours.
- Karnataka–Goa Rail Link: A Bengaluru–Goa Vande Bharat service via Udupi is expected to begin in November.
- Udupi District Hospital: Minister Rizwan Arshad schedules a meeting on November 3 to discuss the delayed inauguration of the 250-bed hospital.
MUMBAI & SUBURBS
- Bengaluru–Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: The new sleeper service connecting the two major cities has been inaugurated.
- Mumbai Indians: Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa takes up the batting coach role ahead of IPL 2027.
- Indian Super League: Mumbai City FC suffer a comeback defeat against SC Delhi.
- Thane Metro: The Gaimukh–Cadbury Junction stretch of Metro Line 4 is expected to open in December.
UDUPI DISTRICT
- District Hospital Delay: Minister Rizwan Arshad will hold a meeting on November 3 regarding the delayed inauguration of the 250-bed Udupi District Hospital.
- Pradeep Poojary Case: Police register cases against more than ten people over alleged abetment to the suicide of Pradeep Poojary.
- Missing Fishermen: Two fishermen reported missing from Malpe fishing harbour.
- Postal Insurance Services: PLI and RPLI transactions will remain suspended from November 4 to 7 due to a software upgrade; services resume November 9.
- NH-66 Safety: MP Kota Srinivas Poojary directs officials to improve safety at 22 accident-prone locations.
DAKSHINA KANNADA & MANGALURU
- Fish Safety Inspections: Food safety officials inspect ice-manufacturing units used for preserving fish and collect samples for testing.
- Drinking Water Concern: Dakshina Kannada records a 29% rainfall deficit, raising concerns over water inflow into Thumbe Dam, a major drinking water source for Mangaluru.
- Karavali Utsav: Preparations begin for the December festival, with folk performances, food festivals, helicopter rides, triathlon and vintage car rallies proposed.
- Soujanya Case: SIT conducts crime-scene reconstruction at Mannasanka in Dharmasthala.
- Fake E-Challan Fraud: Mangaluru motorists reportedly lose around ₹44 lakh in cyber fraud; police issue a public warning.
- Rajyotsava Recognition: Three personalities from Dakshina Kannada are selected for the 2026 Karnataka Rajyotsava Awards.
UTTARA KANNADA
- Ankola Naval Base Project: The district administration publishes a land-acquisition notification for the Indian Naval Base project at Nelluru Kanchina Bail village.
- Ankola Drinking Water Project: A final land-acquisition notification is issued for a 21 MLD drinking-water pipeline project from the Gangavali River.
- Kannada Rajyotsava: Celebrations take place in Karwar, Dandeli, Haliyal and Joida, with cultural programmes and processions.
- Sugarcane Farmers’ Protest: Farmers stage a road blockade at Mundgod, demanding better prices for sugarcane.
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