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Elon Musk stirred excitement online by suggesting Jensen Huang, who recently left Nvidia after three decades of leadership in artificial intelligence, could be a potential hire. Musk and Huang's collaborative history includes innovations that benefited Musk's Tesla and SpaceX initiatives. While this may lay the groundwork for future developments, it's important to note that there hasn't been any concrete job offer made yet.
Supriya Sule highlighted the absence of new proposals regarding delimitation after previous discussions. She mentioned a suggestion for a uniform 50 percent increase in parliamentary seats across all states. Sule emphasized the need to address the demographic strain caused by growing electorates in constituencies. She advocated for prioritizing women's reservation during the delimitation process and connecting it to the proposed increase.
Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Saturday launched the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Rules, 2026, setting out 12 fundamental rights for gig and platform workers, including minimum remuneration, social security benefits, transparency in payments and protection against arbitrary account deactivation.Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, who launched the Telangana Gig Workers Special Security Scheme along with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in Hydera
BM Sandeep has been appointed as the new All India Congress Committee in-charge of Telangana effective immediately. This decision by party president Mallikarjun Kharge ends Meenakshi Natarajan's tenure in this role. Natarajan has chosen to step back from her responsibilities to pursue higher studies abroad. The appointment is significant as senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visits Hyderabad for the Bharat Summit 2026.
Delhi's air quality stayed in the very poor bracket on Saturday, though the India Meteorological Department noted that upcoming rainfall could bring marginal relief over the next few days.The capital recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 367a slight dip from Friday's reading of 373keeping it firmly in the very poor range. Both the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) and the Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) for Delhi forecast modest improvements ahead, noting that PM2.5
Pakistan is set to participate in the SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum, which will occur in New Delhi. Musadik Masood Malik has been nominated to represent Pakistan at this significant event. The forum will take place from November 20 to 22, 2026, and aims to enhance cultural exchanges among SCO states. India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that several countries have been invited to participate in this dialogue.
Rahul Gandhi spoke at the Bharat Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, claiming that democracy in India has been undermined. He alleged that the 2014 general election introduced unprecedented funding into the political system. Gandhi expressed concerns over the credibility of the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections and pointed out discrepancies in voter data. He also noted the addition of new voters in Maharashtra ahead of the Assembly polls.
On November 14, a telecommunications failure caused the cancellation of over 2,000 flights across the United States, leading to the most extensive nationwide ground stop in a quarter-century. This event affected more than 15,000 flights, leaving many passengers stranded with long delays. Those impacted are eligible for refunds according to regulations from the US Department of Transportation.
Addressing the Bharat Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, Gandhi hit out at what he termed fascists in business, academia, and politics, asserting that they tend to scream and refuse to listen while the humble majority remains quieter.
When President Donald Trump's administration convinced the US Supreme Court last year to restrict the ability of federal judges to block his actions nationwide - a major boost to his power - the ruling left untouched a separate tool that some of them have used to stymie presidential policies.Now Trump is taking aim at that tool as well in another challenge to judicial authority that could further insulate his far-reaching agenda against broad legal attacks.Also Read: Why US flights stopped: Agei
Yes Bank has filed a petition with the Supreme Court to review an order from October 15. This order upheld a Bombay High Court ruling that quashed the bank's decision to write off AT-1 bonds. These bonds, worth Rs 8,415 crore, were questioned during Yes Bank's financial difficulties. The high court ruled that the bank's administrator lacked authority for such a write-off.
RHI Magnesita has reported a remarkable surge in net profit, soaring to Rs 62.09 crore for the September quarter. The consolidated revenues experienced a modest increase, hitting Rs 1,038.26 crore this period. Additionally, overall expenses decreased to Rs 953.06 crore compared to the last year. EBITDA saw a 30 percent growth, reflecting operational enhancements despite challenging economic conditions.
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the need for increased troop presence along the China border. He highlighted the significant enhancements in infrastructure and military capabilities since the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020. Jaishankar noted that improving border infrastructure had been neglected until about a decade ago. The talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping marked a shift towards normalising relations.
Visakhapatnam is set to develop as a center for films, digital content, and gaming in Andhra Pradesh. Actor-producer Rana Daggubati has pledged to collaborate with the state government on this initiative. Minister Nara Lokesh emphasized the importance of creating a complete ecosystem for the entertainment industry. The plan includes building infrastructure for studios, production, and post-production facilities.
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Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd has filed its Red Herring Prospectus for an initial public offering with regulatory bodies. This IPO features an offer for sale of roughly 66.18 crore equity shares from Coal India, amounting to a 10 percent stake in the subsidiary MCL. The intended capital raise is around Rs 9,500 crore, with the final execution reliant on regulatory approval and market conditions.
The Nifty's current technical structure remains positive. Although a sharp rebound from the vicinity of the 200-week moving average has significantly improved the near-term technical setup, the Index is near its overhead resistance area.
Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri resigned from his Rajya Sabha seat from Uttar Pradesh on November 14. Puri had recently been re-elected unopposed to the Upper House from Madhya Pradesh on November 5. His term from Uttar Pradesh was set to end shortly after the resignation. Puri's new term from Madhya Pradesh will continue until April 2030. He has previously held multiple prominent ministerial roles in the Indian government.
New Delhi [India]: The government has opened the registration process for consent managers under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, allowing eligible Indian companies with a minimum net worth of Rs 2 crore to apply for registration.According to an official release issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Saturday, the registration framework came into effect on November 13, 2026.The ministry said, Eligible Indian Companies Can Now Apply For R
India and the US have nearly resolved issues regarding the proposed trade deal. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed hope that the agreement could soon be finalized. Negotiations have focused primarily on changes needed from the American side. The upcoming meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump may further progress the deal. Securing this trade pact would significantly benefit Indias economy in the large context.
India's consumption growth is projected to be robust, driven by a young population and digital adoption. Despite this, rural income pressures and food inflation could pose challenges for near-term demand. Premium products are expected to outperform mass-market categories as consumer preferences evolve. The impact of Super El Nino may exacerbate rural demand issues due to agricultural pressures. Companies must adapt to changing consumer dynamics and enhance operational efficiencies for success.
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Investing through a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) can help individuals build a Rs 1 crore corpus over time. The time to reach this goal varies based on the monthly SIP amount and the assumed return rate. For a Rs 10,000 investment at a 12% annualised return, it may take around 21 years. Increasing the investment to Rs 20,000 can reduce the duration to approximately 15 years.
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The Indian men's football team aims to rebound after their recent defeat against New Zealand. Head coach Khalid Jamil urged players to take responsibility for the outcome of the last match. Captain Anirudh Thapa emphasized the need for improved discipline and communication among team members. The upcoming match will be the first international fixture at One New Zealand Stadium.
SoftBank Group-backed investment vehicle SVF II Meerkat (DE) LLC sold 7.64 crore shares of Bengaluru-based Meesho at an average price of Rs 246.75 apiece on Friday, according to block deal data on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). This takes the total value of the deal to a little over Rs 1,885 crore.
One of the key reasons behind the weakness in base metals is the strength of the US dollar. The Dollar Index (DXY) has climbed to the 103-104 range, supported by resilient US economic data, elevated Treasury yields, and expectations that the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates relatively restrictive for longer.
The portfolio of this contra fund is spread across 13 sectors with highest allocation in retailing of around 12.17%. This was followed by 11.79% in automobiles and ancillaries, and 11.21% in the healthcare sector. The fund holds 42.35% in large caps, 17.89% in mid caps, 24.27% in small caps, and 15.5% in others.
In the past 24 hours, Bitcoin and Ethereum were down 1% and 0.3% respectively. Among the major altcoins, BNB, XRP, Solana, Hyperliquid, Dogecoin, and Cardano corrected upto 3.6% whereas Tron was up 0.5%.
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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office summoned the telecommunications secretary on Saturday to explain how officials ordered the takedown of more than 100 websites based on court orders that Reuters revealed were fake, two government sources said.The intervention from Modi's office signals intensifying scrutiny after Reuters revealed on Wednesday that telecom officials directed internet providers to block 129 illegal betting websites based on fake High Court orders which were emailed
On Jawaharlal Nehru's birth anniversary, Congress leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute. Kharge emphasized Nehru's role as the principal architect of modern India, highlighting democracy and diversity. Rahul Gandhi referred to Nehru as a 'jewel' guiding India's future through his vision and ideals. The leaders gathered at Shanti Van to honor Nehru's contributions to the nation after independence.

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