Breaking News LIVE: Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde To Chair Meeting On Maratha Reservation Today

<p><strong>Breaking News LIVE:</strong> Hello and welcome to the breaking news live blog, please follow this space for all the latest updates and breaking news from India and around the world.</p> <h3><span style="color: #ba372a;">PM Narendra Modi's 2-Day Visit to Gujarat to Begin Today</span></h3> <p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to his home state of Gujarat, scheduled for October 30-31, during which he will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation, and lay the foundation stones for various development projects. This visit is poised to have a significant impact on the state's infrastructure and development.</p> <p>On the first day, October 30, at approximately 10:30 AM, the Prime Minister will commence his visit by performing Pooja and Darshan at the revered Ambaji Temple. Following this, at around 12 noon, he will preside over the inauguration and laying of foundation stones for numerous development projects in the Mehsana district.</p> <p>The second day, October 31, will see Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit Kevadia, where he will pay his respects at the Statue of Unity, with floral tributes, in honor of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. This will be followed by the celebration of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas. The Prime Minister will also partake in laying the foundation stones and inaugurating multiple projects designed to bolster various sectors, including rail, road, drinking water, and irrigation.</p> <p>Further, at around 11:15 AM, the Prime Minister will address the Officer Trainees of the 98th Common Foundation Course in Aarambh 5.0, emphasizing the importance of efficient governance.</p> <p>The projects to be inaugurated and dedicated to the nation are estimated to be worth around Rs. 5800 crores and span various crucial sectors.</p> <p>The visit is anticipated to showcase a commitment to the development and prosperity of Gujarat, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for the state.</p> <h3><strong>Verdict on Manish Sisodia's Bail Pleas in Delhi Excise Policy 'Scam' Today</strong></h3> <p>The Supreme Court is scheduled to announce its verdict on Monday regarding two separate regular bail pleas filed by former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, news agency PTI reported. These cases pertain to allegations of corruption and money laundering connected to the now-voided excise policy for the national capital.</p> <p>A bench comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and S V N Bhatti, which had reserved its verdict on October 17, will deliver its decision on both the pleas. In a previous hearing, the Supreme Court expressed concerns regarding the proof of the money-laundering case against Sisodia and the necessity to prove that a bribe was part of the predicate offense.</p> <p>Sisodia was arrested on February 26 by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in relation to his alleged involvement in the excise policy scandal. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader has remained in custody since his arrest.</p> <h3><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Supreme Court to Hear Pleas on Disqualification Proceedings of Maharashtra MLAs</strong></span></h3> <p>On Monday, the Supreme Court will hear pleas requesting an expeditious decision by the Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly regarding disqualification proceedings against Shiv Sena MLAs. These proceedings relate to defection petitions filed by different factions of the Shiv Sena party.</p> <p>A bench led by Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, along with Justices J.B. Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, will preside over the hearings. The petitions filed by NCP leader Jayant Patil and Shiv Sena leader Sunil Prabhu are listed for hearing on Monday. On October 17, the Supreme Court had given the Maharashtra Speaker, Rahul Narwekara, a final opportunity to provide a realistic schedule for deciding the pending defection petitions filed by rival factions within the Shiv Sena. These factions are led by Uddhav Thackeray and Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, respectively.</p> <p>The Supreme Court's involvement in these matters underscores the significance of these cases in the context of Maharashtra's political landscape.</p>

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