The Election Commission extended the deadline for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in six states and union territories. However, West Bengal is not included in these states, where the opposition is most aggressive regarding SIR. According to ECI, forms will be filled in Tamil Nadu and Gujarat by December 14 and the draft voter list will be released on December 19. In Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, the SIR process will be done till 18th December and the draft voter list will be released on 23rd December, whereas in UP, the forms will be filled till 26th December and the draft roll of the voter list will be released on 31st December.

SIR for these states including Bengal schedule

The time to fill the form for Goa, Gujarat, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan and West Bengal will end today, i.e. on 11 December 2025. Here the draft electoral rolls will be published on 16 December 2025. in kerala SIR Of schedule Was changed earlier. Here till 18th December 2025 SIR The process has to be done and the draft electoral Roll on 23rd December published Will be done.

ECI’s instructions regarding SIR process

A day earlier on Wednesday (10 December 2025), the Election Commission issued an important instruction under the ongoing SIR process in all 12 states and union territories. ECI has ordered the Chief Electoral Officers of the respective States and Union Territories to share the list of absentee, transferred, dead or repeated voters (ASD) prepared at the booth level with the booth level agents of political parties.

The Election Commission said that those voters who could not be contacted even after three or more door-to-door contacts by the booth level officials, have been kept in the ASD category. Now it is necessary to confirm the status of these voters, so that the mistakes can be corrected before the voter list is released.

For this, booth level officers at every booth will meet booth level agents appointed by political parties and the complete ASD list will be handed over to them. According to the Election Commission, approximately 5 lakh booth level officers and more than 12 lakh booth level agents will participate in the booth-wise meetings in these 12 states and union territories.

Solo traveling not only means traveling but also knowing yourself. Solo travel is becoming increasingly popular in India today and women especially are now fearlessly exploring new places. In such a situation, it becomes important to know which places are not only beautiful, but also safe, comfortable and full of facilities.

Many hill stations of India prove to be absolutely suitable for women in this matter, where the natural beauty fascinates the mind and the environment gives you the freedom to roam without any stress. Let us tell you 10 such destinations.

1. Rishikesh – Most trusted place for women solo travel

Rishikesh should be at number one in the list of female solo travelers. This is a spiritual city where people come to connect with yoga and spirituality. The Ganga Aarti of Triveni Ghat in Rishikesh city of Uttarakhand, which is very peaceful and situated in the lap of nature, gives peace to the mind. This experience gives inner peace to any woman traveling alone. If you like adventure then options like river rafting, jungle trek and Beatles Ashram make your trip more memorable.

2. Aizawl, Mizoram – Safe and beautiful capital

Aizawl is the capital of Mizoram which is famous all over India for its natural beauty. This city is situated on a mountain range about 900 meters high. This city with beautiful valleys is known for its culture, food and tradition. This city is very safe for female solo travelers and the atmosphere here is calm and friendly.

3. Coorg, Karnataka – A perfect blend of nature and peace

Coorg is a famous hill station of Karnataka which is perfect for female solo travel. This place situated on the hills of Karnataka is known as the Scotland of India. Its dense greenery, coffee plantations, Abby Falls, Iruppu Falls and peaceful environment make it special.

4. Hampi – A place to learn history and understand yourself

Hampi is a place where traces of history are visible everywhere. The big stones, old temples and peaceful atmosphere here are great for wandering alone. Here you can see the ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire and connect with history.

5. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu – Princess of Hills

Kodaikanal is a beautiful hill station in Tamil Nadu which is called the princess of hills. It is famous for its cool, misty climate, lush green forests, rolling hills and beautiful places like Kodai Lake.

6. Gangtok, Sikkim – Quiet, safe and beautiful

Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim and is famous for its natural beauty. This city is considered safe for women travelers. The people here are very welcoming. Tsomo Lake, Nathula Pass and Anchi Monastery are the main attractions here.

7. Wayanad, Kerala – A tranquil experience amidst nature

Wayanad is a peaceful city situated amidst the beautiful hills of Kerala. It is surrounded by the Nilgiri hills and is a great place for wildlife lovers. The rainforest stays here provide a safe and relaxing experience for women.

8. Shillong, Meghalaya – Music, cafes and safe vibes

Shillong is a safe, calm and attractive hill station for women. Its clean roads, friendly people, good cafes and easy public transport make it a comfortable place for solo women travelers. Waterfalls, view-points and musical atmosphere make it a memorable place.

9. Almora, Uttarakhand – Peace and natural beauty

Almora is a quiet, safe and very relaxing hill station. Located in the Kumaon hills, this city is known for temples, pine forests and beautiful sunrises. There is less crowd and the atmosphere remains calm.

10. Kalimpong, West Bengal – Quiet and safe alternative to Darjeeling

Kalimpong is a quiet and safe hill station which is more relaxing and less crowded than Darjeeling. The monasteries, flower nurseries and views of the hills here make it perfect for female solo travellers.

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On Sunday, two government buses collided head-on near Thirupathur in Sivagangai district of Tamil Nadu, in which 11 people died. It is feared that more than 30 people may be injured in this accident. Investigation has been started to find out the reasons for this accident.

Emergency team reached the spot

Police said that one bus was going to Karaikudi while the other was going to Madurai when both the buses collided with each other on the road near Tirupathur. Many passengers were trapped in the vehicles after the collision, but local residents and emergency teams rescued them.

The injured have been taken to Sivagangai Government Hospital. Officials said that the death toll may increase due to the serious condition of some passengers. Police said that the collision was so strong that the front parts of both the buses were badly damaged, due to which many people died on the spot.

two major bus accidents in one week

This is the second time in the last one week in Tamil Nadu that two buses collided with each other, resulting in the death of many people. On Monday (23 November 2025), two buses collided head-on in Tenkasi district of the state. Six people died in this accident, while about 30 passengers were injured.

Those who died included 5 women and one man. The bus going from Madurai to Senkottai and the bus going from Tenkasi to Kovilpatti had collided. Then investigation revealed that the driver was at fault. The driver of the bus going from Madurai to Senkottai was driving carelessly and at high speed.

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The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a big update late on Tuesday night and said that the deep depression over the Strait of Malacca has now turned into a cyclonic storm ‘Senyar’. This storm can hit the coast of Indonesia by Wednesday (26 November 2025) afternoon. According to IMD, in the last six hours the system took the form of a storm while moving towards the west at a speed of about 10 kilometers per hour. Because of this, the weather patterns have suddenly changed not only in South-East Asia but also in the coastal areas of India.

The Strait of Malacca is the place that connects the Andaman Sea to the South China Sea, so any storm formed here affects the eastern coasts of India. According to the IMD, the storm will maintain its intensity for the next 24 hours and then move in a west-southwest direction and may turn eastwards after 48 hours. Wind speed can reach 70–90 km per hour on Wednesday.

Heavy rain alert in Andaman and Nicobar

The first impact of the cyclonic storm will be seen on Andaman and Nicobar Islands. IMD said in its national bulletin that there will be heavy to very heavy rain at many places on 26 and 27 November. There will be less rain on 28–29 November but sea winds may remain strong. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea in the Andaman region.

Second system also active in Bay of Bengal

Apart from the storm over the Strait of Malacca, a distinct low pressure area has also formed in the south-west region of the Bay of Bengal. According to IMD, this system may turn into depression in the next 24 hours. Due to its movement in the north-northwest direction, there are chances of heavy rains in many districts of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Heavy rains have started in many areas of Tamil Nadu since Monday. Many parts of Tuticorin district have been submerged.

Schools and colleges closed in Tamil Nadu

In view of heavy rains and waterlogging, schools and colleges were closed in many districts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, but no official announcement has been made yet regarding the closure on Wednesday. IMD has warned that heavy rains with thunderstorms may continue in Tamil Nadu between 26–29 November. In such a situation, there is a possibility that institutions may be closed again in many districts, but this will be confirmed by the local administration.

Heavy rain in Kerala and Mahe on 26 and 27 November

The weather is changing rapidly in Kerala also. IMD estimates that heavy rain with thunder, lightning and high waves in the sea may be seen on Wednesday and Thursday. People living in coastal areas have been advised to take necessary precautions.

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Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin also participated in the ABP Southern Rising Summit held on Monday (25 November) in Chennai. During this, he spoke openly on many issues. He said that the state government is continuously working on Coimbatore Metro and whatever is being said is not an achievement but our responsibility. Chief Minister M.K. We are doing our work as per Stalin’s expectations. He also thanked ABP Network for inviting him again.

During the program, Udhayanidhi made a scathing attack on the central government. He said that the Center talks about addressing itself as a ‘Union Government’, but the Coimbatore Metro project was not approved only because the population was not said to be sufficient. He also said that the Governor of Tamil Nadu tried to change the name of the state, but had to back down as opposition grew.

Udhayanidhi Stalin accused BJP

He alleged that the central government is trying to keep all the powers in its hands. BJP is working towards making the economically strong states politically weak and making the politically strong states economically weak. Udhayanidhi said that power is gradually being concentrated in one place in the country and due to this the rights of the states are getting weakened. He also said that Tamil Nadu is troubled by many issues – like wrong distribution of taxes, stopping of funds, new education policy and future delimitation.

Stalin targeted Modi government

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin made a big attack on the Modi government. He said, “If any attempt is made to impose Hindi or any other language, we will not step back from fighting another language war.” He further said, “Tamils ​​will never accept the 3 language formula. Tamil Nadu will always stand to protect its language and culture.”

The Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu said, “We want constitutional amendments that give more power to the states, so that India can function as a strong union of states.”

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The weather patterns have started changing across the country. As the month of November is passing, the cold is also increasing. On one hand, the weather remains clear and dry during the day, while on the other hand, as the evening approaches, a drop in temperature is also seen. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has expressed the possibility of a cyclonic storm. According to IMD, the new weather system forming in the Bay of Bengal is becoming increasingly active and it may take the form of a major cyclonic threat in the coming days.

According to IMD, the low pressure area near Malaysia and the Strait of Malacca currently remains there and the cyclonic circulation associated with it is active up to a height of 7.6 kilometers. It is estimated that this system will move in the west-northwest direction and turn into a depression over the South Andaman Sea in the next 24 hours and after that it may intensify into a cyclonic storm over the South Bay of Bengal in the next 48 hours.

Heavy rain in next 5 days
Due to the effect of this cyclonic system, heavy rains are going to start in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Lakshadweep and Coastal Andhra Pradesh in the next 5 days. A warning of very heavy rain has been issued in Tamil Nadu along with heavy rain from 25 to 27 November on 28, 29 and 30 November. There is a possibility of heavy rain in Kerala and Mahe till 26 November. There is a possibility of heavy rain in Andhra Pradesh and Yanam on 29 and 30 November.

No respite from poisonous air in Delhi
The weather has changed in Delhi due to change in wind direction. The minimum temperature in the capital once again fell below 10 degrees Celsius on Monday, while despite the full day’s sunshine, the maximum temperature of Delhi also remained below normal. Due to cold weather and low wind speed, the level of pollution is highest at night. There is no hope of relief from poisonous air for the next one week.

Cold is increasing in UP
The weather is changing rapidly in Uttar Pradesh and now gradually the cold is increasing at night. Coldness may increase in the coming days. Meteorologist Atul Kumar Singh said that the decline in temperature that has been going on for the last 2-3 days will continue for the next 48 hours. The weather may remain dry in the state on November 25. Similarly, on 26, 27 and 28 November, despite the clear weather in the state, there may be fog in the morning.

Now the minimum temperature has started falling in the state. In many districts the minimum temperature has fallen below 10 degrees Celsius. Barabanki, Kanpur Nagar, Etawah and Meerut have recorded a minimum temperature of 9 degrees Celsius, while Muzaffarnagar has recorded a minimum temperature of 9.8 degrees Celsius and Bareilly 9.9 degrees Celsius.
mercury dropped in bihar
In Bihar, the weather remains clear and dry during the day, while on the other hand, a drop in temperature is seen as the evening approaches. Fog is also being seen in many parts of the state. In the last 24 hours, dense fog was seen in 10 cities including Gopalganj, Begusarai. According to the Meteorological Department, the cold may increase further in the coming 3-4 days.

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On Monday, two private buses collided head-on in Tenkasi district of Tamil Nadu. 6 people died and 28 were injured in the accident. After the accident, there was chaos in the area and rescue operation was started immediately.

Heavy collision between two buses
According to the police, one private bus was going from Madurai to Shenkottai, while the other bus was going from Tenkasi towards Kovilpatti. Both the buses were badly damaged due to the sharp collision. Teams of local administration and fire department reached the spot and evacuated the passengers.

High speed and careless driving caused the incident
Talking to the media, a senior police officer said that according to the initial investigation, carelessness and high speed of the driver of the bus going from Madurai to Shenkottai seem to be the main reasons for the accident.

Treatment of 28 injured continues
All 28 injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals. According to health officials, the condition of many of the injured is very serious and the number of deaths is expected to increase. Police have started a detailed investigation into the incident. CCTV footage and statements of eyewitnesses are being collected to reach the cause of the accident. The administration has appealed to the people to follow road safety rules so that such accidents can be prevented.

MK Stalin on SIR: Tamil Nadu’s ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Monday filed a petition in the Supreme Court against the Special Intensive Revision process.

The move comes after the Election Commission of India (ECI) last week issued orders for the next phase of SIR of voter lists in 12 states and union territories, which will cover a total of 51 crore voters.

Nomination work will start from November 4

The nomination process for this phase will begin from November 4 and the final voter list will be published on February 7, 2026, with January 1, 2026, as the base date. Assembly elections are to be held in the five states/union territories next year in April-May 2026. West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are included in the list of 12 states where the SIR process will run in the next three months. However, Assam, which is one of the election states, is not included in this list.

CM M.K. Stalin accused ECI of conspiracy

On Monday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin accused the Election Commission (ECI) of a conspiracy and said the SIR was a malicious attempt aimed at removing opposition voters.

Stalin said, “To stop this undemocratic step, we called an all-party meeting and passed a resolution condemning the SIR. The complete revision of the voter list by the Election Commission a few months before the elections is a deliberate strategy to remove legitimate voters.”

Big allegation made giving example of Bihar

CM Stalin alleged that a similar process was adopted in Bihar also, where lakhs of genuine voters were removed from the list. He said that the first opposition to this controversial process started from Tamil Nadu, after which Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and opposition leaders of Bihar also opposed it. Stalin said, “Even after the legal case was registered, the Election Commission did not give any satisfactory answer”.

AIADMK and BJP also targeted

Stalin met AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. He also made a scathing attack on Palaniswami and said that he was playing a double game and was afraid of the Election Commission because of his links with BJP. He further said that migrant laborers from Bihar have got respect and employment in Tamil Nadu, but the Prime Minister is “doing political drama for electoral gains in Bihar.”

Today, gathering of huge crowds of people has become common in India, the world’s most populous country. But since the beginning of this year till now, many serious accidents have happened in India due to this huge crowd. Be it the crowd of devotees in the temples, the victory ceremony, the crowd of passengers at the railway stations or the crowd of fans of the leaders at political rallies. So far this year, there have been eight stampede accidents in India, in which a total of 129 people have died.

In a country like India, during religious events, huge crowds of devotees often gather at temples and pilgrimage sites. This often leads to overcrowding in most cases and creates difficulties in security measures.

One such incident of stampede took place on Saturday (November 1, 2025) at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple located in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. Where a huge crowd of devotees gathered on the occasion of Kartik Ekadashi and due to lack of adequate arrangements, nine people died and many were injured. A child was also included among those who died. Eyewitnesses of the accident blamed the poor crowd management system of the temple administration for this accident.

Where have stampede incidents taken place in India?

Andhra Pradesh temple stampede (1 November): At least nine people died after a huge crowd gathered at Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh on the occasion of Ekadashi. These included eight women and one child.

Karur stampede (27 September): A total of 41 people were killed and more than 50 injured when a stampede broke out during a public meeting of Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-politician Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu on September 27, 2025.

Haridwar Stampede (27 July): On July 27, 2025, in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, a stampede broke out due to a huge crowd of devotees gathering on the staircase-like path leading to Maa Mansa Devi temple. A total of eight people, including a child, died in this accident and 30 others were injured. Later, after the death of a 55-year-old woman in AIIMS Hospital, Rishikesh, the number of deaths increased to 9.

rcb of IPL Stampede in Bengaluru after victory (June 4): A total of 11 people died and more than 50 were injured in a stampede amid a huge crowd during the celebration of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)’s first win in the IPL in Karnataka’s capital Bengaluru.

Goa temple stampede (3 May): Six people were killed in a stampede at the Lairai Devi Jatra temple in Shirgaon, North Goa. Apart from this, 70 other people were injured. Temple committee chairman Dinanath Gavankar said that about 50 to 70 thousand devotees were present in the temple at the time of the stampede.

New Delhi Railway Station Stampede (15 February): At the same time, 18 people including four children died in the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. This accident happened when a large number of passengers were trying to board trains to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela organized in Prayagraj.

Mahakumbh Stampede (January 29): 30 people were killed and 60 others were injured in a major stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This accident happened in the early hours when lakhs of devotees had gathered to take bath on the holy occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

Tirupati stampede (January 9): A large crowd of devotees had gathered at the Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple located in the Tirumala Hills of Andhra Pradesh to get tickets for Baikuntha Dwara Darshanam, which led to a stampede and six people died in this accident.

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Cyclone ‘Montha’ made landfall in coastal parts of Andhra Pradesh and Yanam on Tuesday (October 28, 2025). Its center was between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam. Initially, the wind speed of the storm reached 100 to 110 kilometers per hour, due to which trees were uprooted in many coastal areas and power supply was disrupted.

How long did the landfall last?
The process of landfall continued from 7:30 pm to around 1 am, i.e. for about 5 hours 30 minutes. Although the speed of ‘Montha’ slowed down slightly after hitting the coast, its effect is being seen in many parts of the country. Alert of heavy rain and strong winds has been issued in many states. The Meteorological Department has appealed to the people to be cautious and not to go near the beaches.

Two people died in Andhra Pradesh due to Cyclone Montha
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said that two people have died in the state due to the severe cyclonic storm ‘Montha’. He said that precautionary measures helped in reducing the damage. The Chief Minister called upon the entire government machinery to continue its efforts for the next two days to provide more relief to the cyclone affected people.

Instructions to restore normalcy as soon as possible
Naidu said in one, ‘If we work like this for the next two days, we can provide a lot of relief to the people. Two people have died due to the cyclone. The Chief Minister directed the officials to restore normalcy as soon as possible and asked the ministers and officials to visit the affected places and ask the people if they were facing any kind of problem. He directed the officials to assess the damage caused by the cyclone so that it can be handed over to the Central Government.

Effect visible in Telangana too, torrential rain in many districts
The effect of cyclonic storm Montha was also seen in Telangana. There was torrential rain in different districts. This storm passed the coast of neighboring Andhra Pradesh last night. In Telangana, heavy rains were recorded in many districts including Warangal, Mahabubabad, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Jangaon, Suryapet, Nalgonda, Nagarkurnool and Siddhipet. There was heavy rain in Hyderabad also. State Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy held a meeting with senior officials to review the impact of Cyclone Montha.

Red alert issued in the state
According to Telangana Development Planning Society, Redalwada in Warangal district recorded 183.3 mm rainfall and Kalleda recorded 159 mm rainfall between 8.30 am and 2 pm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red alert’ for Mahabubabad, Warangal and Hanumkonda districts from 1 pm on Wednesday to 8.30 am on October 30. The Meteorological Department has warned that heavy to very heavy rainfall along with lightning and strong winds at a speed of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour are expected at some places in these districts.

Possibility of heavy rain in many districts of West Bengal
Due to cyclone ‘Montha’, there is a possibility of heavy rain in many districts of West Bengal till Friday. The IMD said that as the cyclone moves in a north-northwest direction and the pressure area weakens, light to moderate rain is likely over parts of South Bengal. The weather office said there is a strong possibility of heavy rain (7 to 11 cm) in parts of South 24 Parganas, East and West Medinipur, Jhargram on Wednesday and till Friday in Birbhum, Murshidabad, East Bardhaman and Purulia districts. The department said heavy to very heavy rain in parts of North Bengal districts – Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar and Alipurduar on Friday. There is a strong possibility of (7 to 20 cm).

How was the impact of Montha in Odisha?
Light to moderate rain was recorded in the coastal region of Odisha with winds speed of 30 km per hour to 40 km per hour. These areas include districts like Khurda, Cuttack, Puri, Kendrapara and Jagatsinghpur. Maximum rainfall of 105 mm has been recorded in Mayurbhanj district, followed by 93.5 mm in Balasore, 90 mm in Khurda and 74.4 mm in Chandbali.

After the landfall, the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Center has withdrawn its ‘Red’ and ‘Orange’ alerts for the southern Odisha region and issued a new weather forecast. Dr Manorama Mohanty, Director of Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre, said, ‘We have issued a ‘yellow’ alert for very heavy rain at isolated places in Ganjam, Sundergarh, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Balasore, Bhadrak, Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada, Gajapati, Kalahandi and Navrangpur districts.

Many trains canceled due to cyclone ‘Montha’
Due to Cyclone Montha, many trains have been canceled on 29th and 30th October. Trains canceled on October 30 include – Kirandul-Visakhapatnam Passenger (58502), Koraput-Visakhapatnam Passenger (5837), Shalimar-Cherlapalli East Coast Express (18045) and Howrah-Secunderabad Falaknuma Express (12703). At the same time, on October 29, Secunderabad-Vishakhapatnam Duronto (22204) train was also cancelled. Railways has requested the passengers to check the status of the train before travelling.

Air services also affected, two flights cancelled.
Due to the cyclone, two morning flights from Visakhapatnam airport were canceled on 29 October. These include Air India Express flight IX 2885/2745 (Hyderabad-Vishakhapatnam-Hyderabad), which was canceled due to strong tail wind exceeding the flight limit. Apart from this, Indigo flight 6E 7128/29 (Vijayawada-Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada) was also canceled due to bad weather.

Effect of Montha will be visible in Uttar Pradesh also
The effect of Storm Montha is expected to be visible in Uttar Pradesh for the next two days. The Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rain in Varanasi and Mirzapur divisions as well as Purvanchal during October 30 and 31. Besides, an alert has also been issued for winds blowing at a speed of 30 to 40 km per hour along with thunderstorms in 31 districts of the state.

(with language inputs)