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NCP leader challenges Sunetra Pawar’s decision to appoint a new national chief spokesperson
Brijmohan Shrivastav claimed that the previously raised queries about her appointment as the national president were still unresolved
Times of India
California brothers face 35 felony charges each over unbuilt backyard homes
A retired nurse in California paid more than $40,000 in 2023 for a backyard home that was never built. The company, Anchored Tiny Homes, later faced more than 200 complaints across 18 counties over unfinished projects and missing payments. Its founders, brothe
Times of India
Bolsonaro declares himself Brazil’s ‘true president’, vows to lead opposition from US

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Corporation councillor willing to express regret for abusing and body shaming Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, her counsel tells Madras High Court
She has sought anticipatory bail in a case booked against her pursuant to a speech at DMK women’s wing meet held in Chennai on October 7, 2026
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Delhi HC rejects PIL against passport fee hike for NRIs
NCP leader challenges Sunetra Pawar’s decision to appoint a new national chief spokesperson
Brijmohan Shrivastav claimed that the previously raised queries about her appointment as the national president were still unresolved
To empower panchayats, gram yojana gets nod
Centre’s Diwali gift to pensioners, staff: 3% DA hike
Corporation councillor willing to express regret for abusing and body shaming Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, her counsel tells Madras High Court
She has sought anticipatory bail in a case booked against her pursuant to a speech at DMK women’s wing meet held in Chennai on October 7, 2026
Pakistan minister invites Punjab CM Mann
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann had said that he wished to accept the invitation from the organisers of the Lahore International Punjabi Conference in Lahore from November 27 to 29 and would want to visit Sikh shrines in Pakistan
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The UK plans to send giant robotic claws into orbit to grab two dead satellites; 2029 mission
In a groundbreaking initiative, the UK plans to unveil a pioneering spacecraft in 2029, designed specifically for the cleanup of space debris. Utilizing advanced robotic arms, the mission aims to snatch up and incinerate inactive satellites, tackling the escal
Times of India
Maui Estate Fetches $18.5 Million: Renovated Makena home tops 2026 sale; big price cut reflects cooling market
Recently, a stunning oceanfront estate in Makena, Maui, fetched a remarkable $18.5 million. After undergoing extensive renovations to boost its allure, this property saw an adjustment in its listing price from an initially higher value. While Hawaii's ultra-lu
Times of India
Two California brothers face 35 felony charges each after hundreds complain of unfinished homes
A retired nurse in California paid more than $40,000 in 2023 for a backyard home that was never built. The company, Anchored Tiny Homes, later faced more than 200 complaints across 18 counties over unfinished projects and missing payments. Its founders, brothe
Times of India
Flávio Bolsonaro claims Brazil election fraud, declares himself ‘true president-elect’
Times of India
In 2012 and 2013, Maine removed two old Penobscot River dams to restore migratory routes; by September 2026, the Milford fish lift had counted a preliminary 5.85 million river herring returning upstream
In a significant ecological feat, the Penobscot River restoration in Maine has revitalized migratory fish numbers dramatically. The removal of the Great Works and Veazie dams has paved the way for essential fish migration pathways once again. As a result, the
Times of India
Australian couple sells 1832 Georgian Mansion for A$1.6M after 14 years
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Anthropic Is Said To Plan UK Share Offering Via RetailBook
Anthropic will follow Elon Musk's SpaceX in bypassing the need for a UK prospectus by using the country's "public offer platform."
US Fed Meeting Highlights: FOMC Holds Rates Steady Despite Concerns Over Inflation; Warsh Makes Changes In Annual Meetings
US Fed Meeting Live Updates: Track the Fed's rate decision, Kevin Warsh's comments and the impact on the US dollar, Wall Street and global markets.
Warsh-Led FOMC To Reduce Rate-Setting Meetings From 2027 Despite Inflation Fight: Five Key Highlights
Warsh avoided committing to a particular course of action for the December meeting, saying the Fed's decisions would remain dependent on incoming data.
Disinvestment as key economic strategy
Given the fact that privatisation of several PSEs is a long journey, calibrated disinvestment could serve as an interim measure
US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, leaves door open to further hikes
U.S. Fed holds interest rates steady despite surging inflation
The 12-member FOMC voted 10-2 to hold rates at a target range between 3.75 and 4.00%, citing the need for more data in the fight against inflation
Technology
Startups, silicon and the digital systems rewiring Indian life.

Gadgets 360
MacBook Pro With PROLED XDR Display Launched in India as Apple’s First Touchscreen Laptop: Price, Specifications
MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR display has been launched in India, the Cupertino-based tech giant announced on Wednesday. The laptop was launched as part of the company's ‘Pro and Tell’ event. The MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR display arrives as Apple’s first lapto
YourStory
‘Keep learning, keep adapting’: Priyank Kharge tells IT professionals to stay ahead of AI
Priyank Kharge urges IT professionals to adapt to AI, upgrade their skills and prepare for changing industry needs through initiatives like Nipuna Karnataka.
YourStory
Meesho narrows loss by 68% while revenue rises 34% in Q2 of FY27
The annual transacting user base of Meesho now stands at 284 million for Meesho and the seller base has grown to 1.13 million.

The Hindu
Vehicle data shared only in masked form: ULIP
Clarification comes after Road Ministry sought audit of users accessing the Centre’s logistics portal following complaints that multiple apps and websites are selling vehicle information

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Lava Diwali Sale Offers Announced on Smartphones and Feature Phones in India
Lava has announced festive prices for select smartphones and feature phones across online platforms and offline retail stores in India. The deals include models from the Virat, Bold and Agni series, with smartphone prices starting at Rs. 7,549 on Amazon and Rs
Gadgets 360
Coinbase, Bithumb and South Korean Financial Firms Report Data Leaks
Coinbase, Bithumb, Mirae Asset Global Investments and Daishin Securities have reported data security incidents involving customer information or internal business systems. Coinbase attributed its incident to third-party analytics provider Amplitude and said cu
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Times of India
The UK plans to send giant robotic claws into orbit to grab two dead satellites; 2029 mission
In a groundbreaking initiative, the UK plans to unveil a pioneering spacecraft in 2029, designed specifically for the cleanup of space debris. Utilizing advanced robotic arms, the mission aims to snatch up and incinerate inactive satellites, tackling the escal
In 2012 and 2013, Maine removed two old Penobscot River dams to restore migratory routes; by September 2026, the Milford fish lift had counted a preliminary 5.85 million river herring returning upstream
In a significant ecological feat, the Penobscot River restoration in Maine has revitalized migratory fish numbers dramatically. The removal of the Great Works and Veazie dams has paved the way for essential fish migration pathways once again. As a result, the
A community in South Australia’s first dark-sky reserve is opposing a proposed hyperscale data centre; residents fear the development could change the rural landscape and threaten the darkness that draws visitors
Residents of Tungkillo, South Australia, are concerned about a proposed data centre that could disrupt their dark-sky reserve. The development may introduce light and noise pollution that affects the rural landscape. Community members believe preserving their
Dubai is growing coral in hotel lagoons before moving it back to the sea
In an ambitious effort to rejuvenate its marine life, Dubai is spearheading the Dubai Reef initiative, directed by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. The project focuses on restoring coral biodiversity along the coastal waters of the city. The Al Nas
Rock that sank over 90 kilometres into Earth reveals a sharp shift in thermal gradient
A rock found on Goodenough Island indicates an unexpected thermal gradient change during its descent deep within Earth's crust. Researchers estimated that this rock traveled over 90 kilometres into a subduction zone about 4.4 million years ago. Initial warm co
Hawaii turns abandoned fishing nets into electricity for over 300 homes
Health
Medicine, public health and wellbeing across India.

The Hindu
India must build a holistic care system
Care is split across multiple Ministries, from women and child development to housing and urban affairs. Each runs valuable programmes, but without a common framework

The Hindu
India rejects patent bid for treatment of drug-resistant TB
Civil society groups urge U.S.-based Global Alliance for TB Drug Development to withdraw related patent claims in other countries

The Hindu
How imaging offers a window to treat wake-up strokes
One in five ischaemic strokes is a wake-up stroke. “This means a person wakes up from his/her sleep with symptoms of stroke. The symptoms include facial drooping, difficulty speaking, sudden vision problems and weakness on one side of the body

The Hindu
Will the price caps on cancer drugs help bring down the cost of treatment?
For cancer patients in India, the struggle to stay alive is as much about the disease as about the arithmetic of fighting it. Experts call the government’s price caps a tokenistic, short-term measure. Patients will not benefit unless structural changes includi

Hindustan Times
5 breathing techniques to try when stress makes it hard to focus, from box breathing to the 4-7-8 technique
If you have a stressful day ahead, try doing breathing exercises, in order to deal with high-pressure moments.

The Hindu
UNICEF urges media to promote inclusive early childhood development, report responsibly on AI
Workshop seeks to promote ethical, child-sensitive and non-stigmatising reporting, and raise awareness of AI-related risks, including misinformation, deepfakes, bias, privacy violations, and fabricated content
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Scottie Scheffler’s 10-Year East Lake Cup Record Falls As Two College Golfers Shoot 65
Logan Reilly and Preston Stout both shot 65 at the East Lake Cup, breaking Scottie Scheffler’s decade-old record as Auburn and Oklahoma State advanced to the men’s final.
Ravichandran Ashwin Rates Indian Players' Performance In 3rd T20I vs NZ, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Gets 10. Only 1 Gets Sub-4 Mark
It was carnage in Wellington on Tuesday. In the third T20I against New Zealand, India romped home in just 13.2 overs while chasing a 199-run target
Thomas van Tonder Crosses 600 Monkey Bars Beneath South Africa's 216-Metre-High Bloukrans Bridge In World First
Red Bull athlete Thomas van Tonder completed a world-first crossing beneath South Africa's 216-metre-high Bloukrans Bridge as part of Red Bull Bridge Bars.
First Time In 21st Century: Musheer Khan, Brother Of Sarfaraz Khan, Achieves Rare Feat In Ranji Trophy
Musheer Khan recorded a rare feat of scoring a century and taking a five-for as his all-round show gave Mumbai a massive 160-run first innings lead against Haryana in their Elite Group D Ranji Trophy match Tuesday.
Dawn Staley Raises Safety Concerns Ahead Of South Carolina’s Paris Opener Against Maryland
Dawn Staley has addressed security concerns in Paris ahead of South Carolina’s opener against Maryland, while both coaches prepare for a demanding start to the college basketball season.
Pranavi Urs To Compete At USD 1.2 Million Wistron Ladies Open In Chinese Taipei
Pranavi Urs, the only Indian in the 108-player field, arrives in Chinese Taipei after another strong showing at DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram.
Culture
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The Hindu
Austen again? Make it worth our while
Another Sense and Sensibility must prove it has more to say than its predecessors

The Hindu
When Indian gods took shape in European porcelain
A new exhibition traces how Indian lithographs inspired artisans in Japan and Europe to make deities for 19th century Hindu homes
Times of India
Peter Medak, director of ‘The Changeling’, ‘The Krays’ and ‘The Ruling Class’, passes away
Peter Medak, a Hungarian-born director and actor, has died at the age of 88 in Los Angeles. His notable films include 'The Changeling', 'The Krays', and 'The Ruling Class'. Medak directed 27 feature films throughout his career, spanning six decades and various
Times of India
Upasana Singh and Nagma Morarji claim legal win in CINTAA leadership battle
Upasana Singh and Nagma Morarji emerged victorious in their governance struggle within CINTAA, as they charged the former leadership with the mishandling of artists' funds and neglecting critical member welfare issues. The court sided with Singh and Morarji, e
Times of India
Varun Dhawan calls Ranbir Kapoor an 'amazing' dad on 'KWK9': 'He is so good as a father'
Varun Dhawan shared his thoughts on fatherhood during his appearance on ‘Koffee With Karan’ season 9. He humorously mentioned his arguments with his daughter Lara over music preferences. Varun also acknowledged Ranbir Kapoor’s parenting skills, which he admire

Hindustan Times
Udta Teer box office collection day 6: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan's spy comedy sees no growth, crosses ₹28 crore
Udta Teer box office collection day 6: The film marks the directorial debut of Akash A Kaushik who worked as a writer on Housefull 4 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
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Varun Dhawan calls Ranbir Kapoor an 'amazing' dad on 'KWK9': 'He is so good as a father'
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Udta Teer box office collection day 6: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan's spy comedy sees no growth, crosses ₹28 crore
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