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- GCC to Establish Unified Military Command HQ in Kuwait
· World
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has decided to establish an advanced headquarters for its Unified Military Command in Kuwait, with plans to station…
- China Urges Global Shift to Green Energy as Climate Summit Opens
· Climate & Environment
China pledges to lead global climate governance, exports $220B clean‑tech, 85% solar capacity, 80% lithium batteries, 75% EVs. COP31 in Turkey tests leadership.
- Trump Calls for Compensation from Israel and Gulf Allies for Iran War Costs
· Politics
Trump says the U.S. should be paid $47.1 billion for the Iran war from Israel and Gulf allies like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
- FIBA Africa Announces 2027 Road to BAL Elite 16 Groupings
· Sports
FIBA Africa held the 2027 Road to BAL Elite 16 draw in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, dividing 16 clubs into four groups. Top teams will qualify for the 2027 BAL…
- Iran‑US Talks Shift Toward Synchronized, Verified Steps
· World
For nearly twenty years, Iran and the United States have debated who should move first in their negotiations. The question has been whether Iran should…
- HHRC Orders Statewide Police Storeroom Security Review After 32 Firearms Theft
· India
The Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) has directed the director general of police (DGP) to conduct a statewide review of security arrangements at…
- Delhi Declares 16 November 2026 a Public Holiday for Chhath Puja
· India
The Delhi government has announced that Monday, 16 November 2026, will be a public holiday for all government offices, autonomous bodies and Public…
- Morocco’s Trio Advance to African Footballer of the Year Shortlist, Salah Missing
· Sports
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) released a 10‑man shortlist for African Footballer of the Year on December 2, featuring Morocco captain…
- President Murmu Warns of Rising Misinformation Threats, Calls for Smart Policing
· India
President Droupadi Murmu warns that misinformation and deep‑fake content are rising threats, urging Indian police to adopt smart policing to protect citizens.
- Delhi High Court Rejects Exemption for Surrogacy Couple Over Age Limit
· Law & Justice
Delhi High Court denied a surrogacy exemption for a couple because the woman exceeded the 50‑year age limit set by the Surrogacy Act, 2021.
- Kolkata Police Inspector Suspended Over Alleged WhatsApp Comment About West Bengal Government
· India
Kolkata police commissioner suspended Inspector Ekhlaque Ahmed over alleged derogatory WhatsApp remarks about the West Bengal government, pending inquiry.
- FDA warns of rare eye‑loss risk with GLP‑1 diabetes and weight‑loss drugs
· Health
FDA warns that GLP‑1 diabetes and weight‑loss drugs may raise risk of rare NAION eye condition, causing sudden painless vision loss.
- India Faces 38.6 Million Undiagnosed Diabetes Cases, Survey Finds
· Health
A new IDF survey finds 38.6 million adults in India have undiagnosed diabetes, 57 % diagnosed, and fear of results is the top barrier to testing.
- Zelensky Visits Denmark for Air Defence and Energy Security Talks
· World
Ukrainian President Zelensky arrives in Denmark on Nov 10, 2026 to discuss military support, air defence and energy security with Nordic leaders.
- Kashmiri Doctor’s Failed Afghanistan Plan Linked to Red Fort Suicide Bombing
· India
Investigators link the November 10, 2023 Red Fort suicide bombing to Dr. Umar un Nabi, a Kashmiri doctor, and his AQIS‑linked associates.
- Iraq Reopens Al‑Sheeb Border Crossing with Iran After U.S.‑Driven Closure
· World
Iraq’s Al‑Sheeb border crossing with Iran reopened on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, after the Iraqi government had closed it in October amid growing U.S.…
- UK Urges Direct Military Dialogue with Russia to Avoid Miscalculation
· World
UK defence secretary Wes Streeting calls for new military-to-military channels with Russia to reduce accidental escalation amid rising tensions.
- India Wins Women’s 25m Pistol Team Gold at ISSF World Championships
· India
India’s women’s 25m pistol team, led by Esha Singh, won gold at the ISSF World Championships in New Delhi with a score of 1,761, beating South Korea and…
- Three Men Arrested in Greater Noida for Selling 55 kg of Cannabis via Telegram and E‑Commerce Delivery
· India
Police in Greater Noida seized 55 kg of cannabis and arrested three men who sold it via Telegram and e‑commerce deliveries.
- India Targets Island Fisheries for Blue Economy Growth with Tuna, Seaweed and Ornamental Fish
· India
India invests ₹393 crore to develop tuna, seaweed and ornamental fish in Andaman, Nicobar and Lakshadweep, boosting blue economy and local value chains.
- Karnataka Home Minister Defends Tipu Sultan, Criticizes RSS Role in Freedom Struggle
· India
Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge defended Tipu Sultan, denied RSS role in freedom struggle, and cited a book praising the ruler while criticizing BJP.
- Mars and Jupiter Align 1.2° Apart on 15‑16 November, While Meteor Showers and a Supermoon Light Up the Sky
· Space
NASA’s skywatching guide highlights November’s Northern Taurids, Leonids, a full supermoon on Nov 24, Mars & Jupiter 1.2° apart, and Voyager 1’s light‑day…
- Washington Ranchers Face $267,540 Fine and $3.7 Million Restoration Demand Over Wetland Claims
· Law & Justice
Wade and Teresa King, owners of King Ranch in Grant and Douglas counties, have spent three years contesting a $267,540 state penalty and restoration…
- Congress Announces Second Bharat Summit in Hyderabad, 70 Countries to Attend
· India
The Congress has announced that the second Bharat Summit will be held in Hyderabad from November 12 to 14, 2025. The three‑day event will bring together…
- TGSRTC to Upgrade 86 Bus Stations with Enhanced Security and Passenger Services
· India
The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) will upgrade 86 of its bus stations, selected for having a daily footfall of at least 5,000…
- Supreme Court Holds Society Status Does Not Exempt Bodies From State Definition
· Law & Justice
Supreme Court ruled society registration does not exempt an organisation from being a State entity under Article 12, citing government control over the…
- California Voters Reject One‑Time 5% Billionaire Tax
· Politics
California voters rejected Proposition 40, a one‑time 5% tax on billionaires that would have raised $100 billion for healthcare, education, and food assistance.
- Netanyahu Holds Full Executive Powers as Israel’s Caretaker Prime Minister
· Politics
After Israel’s national elections, President Isaac Herzog gave opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot a chance to form a government. Neither Eisenkot’s alliance…
- Massie and Allies Introduce Eight Impeachment Articles Against Defense Secretary Hegseth
· Politics
Representative Thomas Massie, with support from lawmakers such as Representative Ro Khanna, introduced eight Articles of impeachment against U.S.…
- Govt Targets Rainfed Lands to Boost Chana Production and Cut Imports
· Agriculture
India plans to map 80 districts for rainfed chana cultivation, aiming to cut gram imports and boost domestic supply.