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- New Zealand Election Heads to Tight Contest as National and Labour Stand Even
· Politics
New Zealand is preparing for a close election on 7 November, with the governing centre‑right National Party and the opposition centre‑left Labour Party…
- Three‑storey Construction Site Collapses in Old Delhi’s Chawri Bazar, Two Dead
· India
A three‑storey building under construction collapsed in Old Delhi’s Chawri Bazar, killing two and injuring a third. Fire and rescue teams responded.
- Jailed Scholar Sharjeel Imam Sparks Debate Over Muslim Representation in India
· India
Sharjeel Imam, a 38‑year‑old Muslim scholar from Bihar, gave a lengthy interview to The Quint from his New Delhi prison cell on September 29. In the…
- Diwali 2026 Falls on Sunday, 8 November, Not 9 November
· India
Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday, 8 November, with Lakshmi Puja in the evening Pradosh Kaal. Drik Panchang details the tithi and muhurat.
- Israel’s Opposition Blames Netanyahu for U.S. Congressional Shift
· World
Israeli opposition leaders blame PM Netanyahu for weakening Israel’s U.S. standing after Democrats won control of Congress.
- Supreme Court Clarifies 24‑Hour Arrest Clock Starts at Detention, Not Formal Arrest
· Law & Justice
Supreme Court says 24‑hour period to produce an accused starts from detention, not formal arrest, and prioritises constitutional rights over special laws.
- Kolkata Police Detain MassArt Secretary in Durga Puja Ticket Scam
· India
The Kolkata Police arrested MassArt secretary Dhrubajyoti Bose, known as Suvo, on the night of November 4, 2026, in connection with a Durga Puja ticket…
- Tamil Nadu Launches 10‑Variety Vegetable Kit at ₹100 for Three Days
· India
Tamil Nadu offers a 10‑variety vegetable kit for ₹100 at 218 cooperative shops and mobile vans in Chennai from Nov 5‑7, 2026, ahead of Deepavali.
- Delhi Police File FIR Against Meta India Over Child Abuse Content
· India
Delhi Police filed an FIR against Meta India for child sexual abuse material on its platforms, following NHRC directions.
- AIIMS Reports Surge in Potash‑Related Burns and Carbide Gun Injuries During Diwali
· Health
AIIMS Delhi reports 2024–25 surge in potash‑related burns and carbide‑gun eye injuries during Diwali; 200 eye injuries in 2025, 40 carbide‑gun cases.
- UK Faces Critical Mineral Dependence on China, Calls for New Policy and Funding
· World
UK parliamentary inquiry finds heavy reliance on China for critical minerals; calls for centralised policy, finance facility, and 2035 production targets.
- Trenton Volleyball Advances to District Finals After Five‑Set Victory Over Woodhaven
· Sports
TEMPERANCE – Trenton’s girls volleyball team secured a spot in the Division 1 district finals after a five‑set win over Brownstown Woodhaven Wednesday…
- Kerala High Court Orders Prompt Licence Revocation for Drunk Drivers
· India
Kerala High Court directs Transport Commissioner to revoke licences of drunk drivers under section 19, citing rising alcohol‑related accidents.
- West Bengal Minister Signals Possible Lift of Court Ban on Chhath Puja at Rabindra Sarobar
· India
The West Bengal government may allow Chhath Puja celebrations at the Rabindra Sarobar lake, Minister Agnimitra Paul said on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.…
- BCP Delegation Meets West Bengal RSS Leader to Address Church Attacks
· India
A delegation from Bangiya Christiya Pariseba (BCP), an interfaith forum representing Christians, met with senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader…
- Bihar Transfers Khagaria SP Bhanu Pratap Singh After Wife’s Harassment Complaint
· India
The Bihar home department issued an order on Wednesday transferring Khargaria superintendent of police Bhanu Pratap Singh, a 2021‑batch IPS officer, to…
- Elderly Couple Killed in Hathras House Fire, Short Circuit Suspected
· India
A short‑circuit fire in Mohalla Kahran, Hathras, killed 65‑year‑old Sahjad and his 62‑year‑old wife Salma. Firefighters fought the blaze for nearly two hours.
- Tech Shares Surge as Democrats’ Midterm Wins Spark Data‑Center Curbs
· Business & Finance
Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Apple share gains after Democratic landslide add $750B+ to market value, with tech giants planning $740B in data‑center…
- Congress Accuses Government of Turning Democratic Bodies into Anti‑Democratic Tools, Calls for Removal of Election Commissioner
· Politics
Congress general secretary KC Venugopal said the people of India want Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to become Prime Minister and criticised the Union…
- South Korea to Expand Anti‑Piracy Operations Near Oman Port
· World
South Korea plans to extend Cheonghae anti‑piracy unit to Duqm, Oman, to protect citizens and secure oil routes near Strait of Hormuz.
- CBI Secures Extradition of Delhi Sexual Assault Accused from UAE
· India
The CBI, with Delhi Police and INTERPOL, extradited Sajeer Palli Mooppam from the UAE to India for a sexual assault case. He was arrested after a Red Notice.
- India Plans ₹14,500-Crore Energy Storage Scheme to Bolster Solar and Wind Supply
· India
The Union government has earmarked ₹14,500 crore for a new energy storage scheme that the Cabinet has approved with the Prime Minister’s backing, Union…
- Pentagon CTO Highlights U.S. Drone Shortcomings as Ukraine Innovates on Battlefield
· Technology
Pentagon CTO Emil Michael admits U.S. was unprepared for modern drone warfare, urging expansion after Ukraine built millions of drones.
- Cabinet Approves Extension of Agniveer Tenure and Pathway to Regular Service
· India
Cabinet approves extending Agniveer tenure by two years, offering a route to regular armed forces service after a four‑year initial period.
- Virat Kohli Turns 38, Holds Record‑Breaking ODI, T20, Test, and IPL Milestones
· Sports
Virat Kohli celebrated his 38th birthday today. The Indian batting star has earned worldwide acclaim for his big centuries, match‑winning knocks…
- Agnipath Scheme Revamp to Trigger Periodic Financial Reviews, Officials Say
· India
India’s revamped Agnipath model, approved Wednesday, will allow two‑year extensions at higher pay and trigger periodic financial reviews to manage rising costs.
- Gurugram Residents Demand Action Against Open Burning of Scrap Materials
· Climate & Environment
Gurugram residents urge authorities to halt open burning of scrap metal, citing health risks and requesting joint inspections.
- Pia Dandiya Wins Florida Seat, Becoming First South Asian Representative
· Politics
In 2026 midterms, Democrat Pia Dandiya wins Florida's 22nd District, becoming the state's first South Asian House member and joining the Samosa Caucus.
- Rain Breaks 18‑Day Dry Spell in Baltimore on Thursday
· Climate & Environment
Rain arrives Thursday, ending 18‑day dry spell in Baltimore. Mild clouds, 70s highs, half‑inch rain, possible isolated thunder. WBAL‑TV 11 provides alerts.
- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith cites U.S. Midterm Results as Support for Tariff Stance
· Politics
Premier Danielle Smith cites U.S. midterm Democratic wins to back Alberta’s tariff stance and announces a policy favoring local companies in government…