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During a meeting of the INDIA bloc, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge prioritized electoral transparency, proposing the reinstatement of ballot-paper voting and the implementation of pre-Special Intensive Revision electoral rolls. He underscored the critical need to uphold citizens' democratic rights amidst growing dissatisfaction with the Election Commission's voter roll management, calling for opposition unity to forge a collective action plan focused on enhancing voter rights.

Delhi winter plan: Delhi is poised to introduce stricter vehicle regulations aimed at reducing winter pollution levels. This includes banning older vehicles and progressively shifting to electric models for commercial and personal use. The new rules will affect various transport categories, including buses, goods vehicles, and private motorists. As part of the measures, a 'No PUCC, no fuel' rule will be applied across NCR.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh said on Wednesday that the party will not attend the INDIA bloc meeting on Election Commission-related issues, reiterating that AAP is no longer part of the opposition alliance. Singh said the party supports the impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and raised allegations concerning the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), voter deletions and changes to electoral roll procedures.

The last US troops are scheduled to depart Iraq under a 2024 agreement between Baghdad and Washington. This withdrawal is celebrated by Iran-backed groups but raises concerns among others, particularly in the Kurdish region. The Kurdish government fears increased vulnerability after the removal of US air defense systems. Iran-aligned militias have celebrated the end of US military presence, claiming it signals full sovereignty for Iraq.

Indian compound archers won the men's team final at the Asian Games 2026, beating China.

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday recused itself from hearing the NIA’s appeal against bail granted to dismissed cop Sachin Waze in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare case. Justices Bharati Dangre and Ashish Chavan said they had difficulties hearing the matter and directed that it be placed before another bench. The NIA had challenged the special court’s finding that it failed to establish a prima facie terrorism case against Waze under the UAPA.

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday recused itself from hearing the NIA’s appeal against bail granted to dismissed cop Sachin Waze in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare case. Justices Bharati Dangre and Ashish Chavan said they had difficulties hearing the matter and directed that it be placed before another bench. The NIA had challenged the special court’s finding that it failed to establish a prima facie terrorism case against Waze under the UAPA.

The Indian men's compound archery team, consisting of Kushal Dalal, Sahil Jadhav, and Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru, won gold. They defeated the Chinese team by a narrow margin after trailing for most of the match. This victory marks the third consecutive gold medal for India's compound archers at the Asian Games. Additionally, the win follows their success in the mixed archery and women's compound events.

A tragic incident unfolded when 34-year-old B Sirisha was found dead in an OYO hotel room on Tuesday. Her companion, A Srinivas, reportedly checked out early, claiming she would follow later. Authorities suspect a possible fight between the couple led to her death. Forensic teams were dispatched to gather essential evidence, with police conducting a search for Srinivas across multiple transit locations.