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On News At 2 this 22nd of October, Taniya Dutta brings you the afternoon's most crucial headlines. India has upgraded its Technical Mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, marking renewed diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan following Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit. In Kerala, a newly built helipad at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium partially collapsed after President Droupadi Murmu’s helic...

On News At 2 this October 21, Taniya Dutta brings you the afternoon's most crucial headlines. Delhi-NCR was blanketed in toxic smog after Diwali as firecracker violations pushed the Air Quality Index to a hazardous 451, with experts warning that even “green” crackers offer little relief. In Navi Mumbai, a midnight Diwali fire at Raheja Residency in Vashi killed four, including a 6-year-old girl, a...

On News At 2 this 14th of October, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. At least 21 people were killed after a Jodhpur–Jaisalmer bus caught fire due to a suspected short circuit, with Prime Minister Modi announcing compensation and rescue operations underway. In New Delhi, India and Mongolia signed ten pacts elevating ties, with India funding a $1 billion oil refinery a...

India announces reopening its full-fledged embassy in Kabul in a major development in strengthening ties with Afghanistan after Taliban take over. Voters may use 12 alternative photo ID documents, with special support for burqa-clad women, for Bihar Assembly elections on November 6 and 11. India and Australia enhance maritime security and defense collaboration, signing a...

On News At 2 this 8th of October, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. India has joined the Taliban, Pakistan, China, and Russia in rejecting U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid to retake Afghanistan’s Bagram air base, with the Moscow Format consultations opposing any foreign military presence. Meanwhile, tragedy struck Himachal Pradesh’s Bilaspur district as a landslide...

Nine children died in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara from suspected kidney failure linked to contaminated cough syrups, prompting bans and urgent testing. India and China agreed to resume direct flights after five years, with IndiGo restarting Kolkata-Guangzhou flights on October 26, promoting bilateral trade and tourism amid warming ties. Meanwhile, Punjab Police arrested three, recovering Pakistani...

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, in his Vijayadashami speech amid new U.S. tariffs, emphasized swadeshi goods and self-reliance while warning against violent protests inviting foreign interference. At Nagpur, he performed Shastra Puja during centenary celebrations. In Uttar Pradesh, Congress leaders alleged house arrest during tensions over the "I Love Muhammad" row, as CM Yogi vowed strict action after B...

On News At 2 this October 1, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The US government shut down Wednesday after Senate failure to pass a stopgap funding bill amid disputes over healthcare subsidies, furloughing 750,000 federal workers and costing $400 million daily, with President Trump warning of mass layoffs. Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge,...

At least 41 people were killed in a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally in Karur, sparking outrage, legal probes, and TVK’s demand for a CBI investigation. Meanwhile, India clinched the Asia Cup 2025 title with a thrilling five-wicket win over Pakistan, led by Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 and stellar spin bowling. On the global stage, US President Donald Trump announced peace talks with Netany...

On News At 2 this September 25, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Indian Air Force retired its iconic MiG-21 fighter jet after 62 years of service with a grand ceremony in Chandigarh attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, veterans, and families. The MiG-21, key in the 1965 and 1971 wars and the 2019 Balakot strike, will be replaced by Tejas and Ra...

On News At 2 this September 25, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Election Commission is preparing a nationwide revision of electoral rolls, unlike Bihar’s drive that saw 6 million deletions, sparking opposition concerns of an NRC-style exercise. Meanwhile, Ladakh’s Leh witnessed violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status, leaving at least f...

On News At 2 this 24th of September, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Election Commission has launched a new e-sign feature on its ECINet portal and app, requiring Aadhaar-linked mobile verification for voter forms to prevent fraud after allegations in Karnataka. At the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump accused India and China of funding the Ukrai...