November 3, 2026: Cyclone Murasu made landfall along the south Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole, while the Election Commission reviewed preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Meanwhile, IIT Ropar released a white paper on measuring wisdom in artificial intelligence, and the Haryana government approved new rules to curb fraudulent overseas recruitment and human trafficking.
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- Cyclone Murasu Makes Landfall Near Ongole in Andhra Pradesh: Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu crossed the south Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narasapur, near Ongole, early on November 3. Wind speeds reached 100–110 kmph, with gusts up to 120 kmph, according to the India Meteorological Department.
- Election Commission Reviews Preparations for 2027 UP Assembly Elections: The Election Commission of India reviewed election preparations in 18 Uttar Pradesh districts across four divisions. Officials were directed to strengthen voter lists, security arrangements and personnel training to ensure free, fair and peaceful polling.
- Haryana Approves New Travel Agent Rules to Curb Human Trafficking: The Haryana government approved new travel agent regulations to protect young people from fraudulent agents, illegal overseas recruitment and human trafficking. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced the decision following a Cabinet meeting in Chandigarh.
- IIT Ropar Releases White Paper on Measuring Wisdom in AI: IIT Ropar launched Beyond Intelligence: Defining and Measuring Wisdom for AI, a white paper exploring how artificial intelligence can be evaluated for wisdom rather than intelligence alone.
- ED Conducts Searches in Srinagar Terror Financing Case: The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at four premises in Srinagar as part of an investigation into an alleged terror financing case involving Umar Adil Dar and his associates.
- Ramdas Athawale Highlights Welfare-Oriented Development: Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale said economic growth and social empowerment must progress together. Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh, he emphasised inclusive development and equal opportunities for all sections of society.
- BJP Organises ‘Loktantra Bachao Padyatras’ in Lucknow and Bareilly: The Bharatiya Janata Party organised marches in Lucknow and Bareilly, with leaders from National Democratic Alliance constituent parties participating. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan joined the Lucknow march.
- Arunachal Pradesh Kiwi Reaches Dubai Through Trial Export: APEDA facilitated the trial export of 1.5 metric tonnes of kiwi from Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh, to Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The consignment reached Dubai and was showcased as part of efforts to connect local producers with international markets.
- Tripura CM Condemns Attack on BSF Personnel: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha condemned the assault on Border Security Force personnel at Ashabari in Boxanagar, Sepahijala district. He reiterated that violence against security forces would not be tolerated.
- Bombay High Court Orders ₹20 Lakh Relief for Goa Fire Victims’ Families: The Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court directed interim compensation of ₹20 lakh each for families of those killed in the December 6, 2025, Birch nightclub fire in Arpora. The court directed the accused individuals and their company to deposit the compensation.
