Hello readers! Through this news wrap, we present the top developments of the day. Today's rundown include approval of 'One Nation One Election' bill by the Union Cabinet, SC hearing on pleas challenging Places Of Worship law, Iran's Hijab law, Israeli forces continuing to attack Syria, and more.

Here are the top headlines of the day:

Union Cabinet Approves 'One Nation One Election' Bill

The Union Cabinet has given the nod to the 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, PTI reported quoting sources. The bill, approved by the union cabinet on Thursday is likely to be introduced in the ongoing Winter Session of the Parliament.

The One Nation One Election model aims at nationwide simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. The proposal first received the union cabinet’s approval on September 18, 2024, following the recommendations of the former President Ram Nath Kovind-led committee. READ FULL STORY

Supreme Court Stays Fresh Pleas Challenging 1991 Places Of Worship Law

The Supreme Court of India today banned all civil courts from accepting any new pleas challenging the 1991 Places of Worship Act till the next hearing.

The Apex court directed that no fresh suits shall be registered or proceedings ordered. The court also said that no new orders should be passed in the suits that are already pending before various courts. READ FULL STORY

15 Years Jail, Death Penalty, Hefty Fines On Violation Of Morality Laws

Under the new set of stringent morality laws, women in Iran could now face the death penalty or up to 15 years of imprisonment. The laws are set to come into effect this week.

The new rules adopted in a bid to enforce the “culture of chastity and hijab” include severe penalties applicable for individuals who violate the morality laws by “promoting nudity, indecency, unveiling, or improper dressing.” READ FULL STORY

UNGA Votes For 'Immediate' Ceasefire In Gaza; Israeli Forces Continue To Attack Syria

The United Nations General Assembly has once again overwhelmingly voted in favour of implementing an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza. Along with the ceasefire, UNGA also reaffirmed its support for the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA).

Meanwhile, Israeli forces continued to attack Syria. As per the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the IDF attacked the port of Latakia and a missile warehouse. READ FULL STORY

IPL Takeover Of The Hundred: ECB Rejects Indian Premier League Control Over English Cricket

The England Cricket Board (ECB) has dismissed the possibility of an "Indian Premier League (IPL) takeover" of The Hundred, following the latest deadline in the tournament's sales process, which witnessed interest from American investors.=

Interested investors had until Monday to submit their bids in the second round of the process. Each host county or club was also permitted to select two preferred partners for a potential joint venture.

Reportedly, eight of the ten IPL teams were represented in The Hundred's sales process by their owners or co-owners, who were engaged in discussions with counties for more than two months. READ FULL STORY