US charges Iranian man in plot to kill Donald Trump before Presidential election

 The US Department of Justice (DoJ) disclosed on Friday an alleged assassination plot by Iranian agents targeting President-elect Donald Trump. Court filings reveal that operatives linked to Iran's elite Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) directed an agent, Farhad Shakeri, this September to devise a plan to monitor and assassinate Trump.

Prosecutors stated that Shakeri, a 51-year-old Iranian operative, was ordered to set aside his usual duties and focus on the mission. Shakeri reportedly warned his IRGC contact that the plan would require massive funds. The IRGC official assured him that money was “not an issue,” stating that they had already spent significantly on the operation. Following this, the official advised Shakeri to postpone the plan if he couldn't meet a seven-day deadline, expecting that a Trump defeat in the upcoming election would make it easier to carry out the assassination later.

The revelations come shortly after Trump’s election victory over Democratic challenger and Vice President Kamala Harris, amid what officials describe as continued efforts by Iran to target the former US president. Trump’s role in the January 2020 drone strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran’s Quds Force, has led to years of escalated hostility from Iran.

The DoJ had earlier brought charges in August against a Pakistani man with Iranian connections in a separate plot to kill Trump. Additional charges were filed later in September against three Iranian hackers who allegedly tried to disrupt Trump’s campaign by hacking into systems to undermine his re-election prospects. Officials expect US-Iran relations to further deteriorate in Trump’s second term, with anticipated policy measures, including stricter sanctions aimed at weakening Iran’s support for Middle Eastern militant proxies and curbing its nuclear program.

Three coaches of Secunderabad-Shalimar Express train derail near Nalpur Station Bengal's Howrah

 Three coaches of the Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) derailed near Nalpur Station in West Bengal's Howrah on Saturday morning. According to South Eastern Railway's chief public relations officer (CPRO), Omprakash Charan, the incident involved three coaches—one of which was the B1 coach.

Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) near Nalpur Station in West Bengal's Howrah on Saturday morning.

The derailment, reported early this morning, has raised concerns among passengers and authorities alike. However, Om Prakash Charna confirmed that no injuries or fatalities have been reported so far.

Muhurat trading 2024: Key timings, what to watch and hot stock picks by brokerages

Leading into Samvat 2081, market sentiment has been mixed. Nifty fell by 5.7% in October, driven by disappointing Q2 earnings and valuation concerns. According to SBI Securities, “Samvat 2081 will be a bottoms-up stock pickers market. Investors should aim to preserve the wealth created post-COVID and moderate return expectations over the next 6-12 months.”                          Stock markets are closed today for Diwali, but the annual Muhurat Trading session will take place today, November 1, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. 

This marks the beginning of the new Hindu calendar year, Samvat 2081. The pre-opening session will be from 5:45 PM to 6:00 PM. Historically, Muhurat Trading has often resulted in gains, with the BSE Sensex closing higher in 13 of the last 17 sessions.

Samvat 2081 Market Outlook
Leading into Samvat 2081, market sentiment has been mixed. Nifty fell by 5.7% in October, driven by disappointing Q2 earnings and valuation concerns. According to SBI Securities, “Samvat 2081 will be a bottoms-up stock pickers market. Investors should aim to preserve the wealth created post-COVID and moderate return expectations over the next 6-12 months.” They recommend a gradual capital deployment approach to take advantage of potential gains in the latter half of the year.

Trading Strategies and Market Levels
Nilesh Jain, Assistant Vice President (AVP) at Centrum Broking, suggests that Muhurat Trading is a prime opportunity for long-term investments. "It's a chance to invest in quality stocks after market corrections, focusing on those with strong fundamentals," he explained. Jain also highlighted that the Nifty index has shown signs of weakness but remains above the 200-day EMA at 23,500, which could act as crucial support. Resistance levels are noted at 24,300-24,400, and a rally could target 25,100 if these levels are maintained.

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Miss you the way I said

Other ways to say - I Miss You:

1. I can't wait to see you again. - मैं तुम्हें दोबारा मिलने के लिए इंतज़ार नहीं कर सकता.

2. I can't wait to talk to you again. - मैं तुमसे दोबारा बात करने के लिए इंतज़ार नहीं कर सकता.

3. I wish you were here. - काश तुम यहाँ होते.

4. I hope I see you soon. - आशा है मैं तुम्हें जल्द ही मिळून.

5. I'm counting down the days. - मैं दिन गिन रहा हूँ.

6. I think of you night and day. - मैं दिन रात तुम्हारे बारे में सोचता हूँ.

7. All I do is think of you. - मैं बस तुम्हारे बारे में सोचता रहता हूँ.

8. You've been on my mind. - तुम मेरे ख्यालों में रही हो.

9. I feel sad without you. - मैं तुम्हारे बिना उदास महसूस करता हूँ.

10. I can't wait to be with you again - मैं दोबारा तुम्हारे पास होने का इंतज़ार नहीं कर सकता

11. You've been running through my head all night. - तुम पूरी रात मेरे खयालों में थे.

12. I smile when I think of the time we spent together. - मैं मुस्कुरा देता हूँ जब मैं साथ बिठाये वक़्त के बारे में सोचता हूँ.

Israel attacks Iran live: IDF concludes strikes, says 'fulfilled mission'

 Israeli forces, early on Saturday, conducted “precise strikes on military targets in Iran", in retaliation for a ballistic missile assault by the latter on October 1, officials told news agency Associated Press. In a statement released by the Israeli military, it said, “The regime in Iran and its proxies in the region have been relentlessly attacking Israel since Oct. 7 – on seven fronts – including direct attacks from Iranian soil. Like every other sovereign country in the world, the State of Israel has the right and the duty to respond.”

In a separate statement on X, posted military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, said it had "fully mobilised" its offensive and defensive capabilities ahead of the attack. Hagari also asked for people to remain “vigilant”, as Israel has placed its defense systems on high alert after the attacks.

The Iranian state had previously stated that any strike on their country would be met with a stronger retaliation.

American news channelFox Newsreported on Friday that The White House was notified shortly before Israel carried out air strikes on Iran. The US had no involvement in Israel's strikes in Iran early on Saturday, a US defence official told the BBC, adding that Washington had been informed of the operation beforehand.

The Israeli offensive comes amid US secretary of state Anthony Blinken's visit to Israel to mediate between the countries in the Middle East and achieve a ceasefire.

Israel also conducted strikes in Syria on early Saturday, with explosions heard in Damascus. Since late September, Israeli forces have carried out raids in Syria and Lebanon in an alleged attempt to wipe out Hezbollah “terror targets”.

Israeli military also drew backlash after they launched a strike at 3 am in a journalist compound and killed three journalists in southeast Lebanon on Friday.