Gold, silver prices today, November 18: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On November 18, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 12,541 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,496 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced a

'Ranbir Kapoor has no...': Ramayana's Vishwamitra Ajinkya Deo on success mantra of Rishi Kapoor's superstar son, admits he 'made me feel so...'

Ajinkya Deo will soon be seen in Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana, playing sage Vishwamitra. Deo is in awe of the superstar son, and he recalled shooting

Morning Digest: India to submit updated climate targets by December; U.N. Security Council adopts U.S. resolution on Gaza peace plan, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

Kishan Reddy, Ramchander Rao Mourn Loss of Telangana Pilgrims in Saudi Accident

Indian Embassy in Riyadh is supervising identification and relief measures, striving to ease the families anguish in this devastating tragedy

Good News for Uttar Pradesh Residents: CM Yogi government to spend Rs 7.97 crore for revamping roads linking historical, religious sites in THESE cities; Check details here

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued instructions that the beautification and restoration of religious and heritage sites remain among the t

Resident Evil Survival Unit release date, time, preorder bonus and rewards: Is it free? Schedule, plot, gameplay, new monster, pre-registration rewards and how to claim bonus

Resident Evil Survival Unit release date, time, preorder bonus and rewards are now confirmed for mobile players. The new game expands the Residen

Kavitha Questions Harish Raos Silence on Allegations

Despite public dissatisfaction with the Congress government for not fulfilling its poll promises, the Opposition failed to convert that disconten

Hamas rejects UN Gaza resolution, says international force would become party to conflict

The UN Security Council on Monday voted to adopt a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza and aut

Trump highlights economy at McDonalds Impact Summit with owners and operators

President Donald Trump spoke at the McDonalds Impact Summit about affordability, cost of living, and tax cuts. He praised McDonalds, shared his f

Epstein files and affordability concerns threaten to knock Trump's 2nd presidency off course

The twin challenges, coming shortly after Democratic victories in recent elections and before next year's midterm campaigns that will determine c

Jipmer launches awareness drive to improve neonatal survival

Kovalam teams up with NGOs to restore ponds and boost groundwater recharge

Environmental groups oppose Centres move to exempt WTE plants from Environment Impact Assessment

In its notification, the MoEFCC said solid-waste management systems play an important role in protecting environmental and human health, advancin

Germany and Netherlands lock up World Cup spots in style

Germany took early control as they beat Slovakia 6-0 in Leipzig

US Imposes Visa Restrictions On Nicaragua Over Immigration

The United States is imposing visa restrictions on people in Nicaragua who have enabled illegal immigration to the country, the State Department

Trump Says Will Talk To Venezuela's Maduro Amid Growing Tensions

President Donald Trump said Monday he will talk to Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro as Washington's military buildup stokes tensions, and added that he

Need for being vigilant against online fraud, cybercrimes stressed

Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu says it is required especially in the wake of increasing instances of online and financial fraud

FBI probes potential second shooter in Charlie Kirk assassination amid mounting evidence of conspiracy

The FBI is intensifying its probe into Charlie Kirk's assassination, suspecting Tyler Robinson, the arrested gunman, may have had accomplices. Ne

Cosnova Beauty and RRL to bring essence to India

Excelsior Correspondent MUMBAI, Nov 17: Reliance Retail Limited (RRL) today entered into an exclusive distribution partnership with cosnova Beaut

Sunil, Raina visit Ujala Hospital to inquire about Nowgam blast victims

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 17: Leader of Opposition, Sunil Sharma, today visited Ujala Cygnus Hospital, here to personally inquire abo

Airtel extends mobile network to Ladakhs remote Man, Merak villages

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 17: Bharti Airtel today announced that it has expanded its mobile network to the remote villages of Man and

Puducherry govt. hands over financial assistance to medical, nursing students

MEPZ SEZ unlocks 158 crore investment with eight new unit approvals

The Nowgam Blast and the high cost of vigilance

Maj Gen Sanjeev Dogra (Retd) Sanjeev Dogra (@sanjeev1dogra) On the outskirts of Srinagar, the shattered remains of the Nowgam Police Station stan

Sat, Koul lead Padyatras to commemorate Sardar Patels 150th birth anniversary

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir organized Ekta Padyatras across the Union Territory (UT) as

CM sanctions Rs 30.14 cr for welfare of construction workers

* Mourns death of Indian pilgrims in Saudi Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also serves as the Chairman o

Departmental proceedings cant be stalled on pendency of criminal case: HC

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Nov 17: The High Court has held the departmental proceedings against delinquent offices cannot be stopped merel

Karra reviews preparations for Cong function on Nov 19

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: JKPCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra today chaired a review- cum-preparatory meeting of the party to for organiz

Social Security for middle class

Prof M K Bhat drmkb1963@gmail.com The growing middle-class in India has become a point of attraction for both local and international companies.

Hamas Rejects UN Gaza Resolution, Says It Doesn't Meet Palestinians' Rights

Gaza's Hamas rulers said they rejected Monday's UN resolution which calls for an international force to be deployed in the territory, saying it f

Gurpreet fetches silver in 25m centre fire pistol; India end 3rd

ISSF WORLD CUP CAIRO, Nov 17: Olympian Gurpreet Singh came agonisingly close to becoming the world champion in mens 25m Centre Fire Pistol event

Popeyes Freddy Fazbear Crunch Menu Launch: Five Nights at Freddys 2 fans can now enjoy limited-time only spooky food. Here's items, prices, extra collectibles, film release

Popeyes Freddy Fazbear Crunch Menu arrives as a limited-time tie-in with Five Nights at Freddys 2. The fast-food chain introduces new bundles, Ch

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Satwik-Chirag duo anchors Indias hopes in Australian Open

BADMINTON Lakshya, Prannoy eye consistency at the Australian Open SYDNEY, Nov 17: With Indias singles stars still searching for rhythm, the spotl

Abhay and Anahat in India team for squash WC

CHENNAI, Nov 17: India has announced their team ahead of the 2025 Squash World Cup, which is set to be hosted in Chennai from December 9 to 14. A

Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title in Turin

TURIN, Nov 17: The final installment of the Sincaraz rivalry for 2025 went to Jannik Sinner. The second-ranked Sinner beat top-ranked Carlos Alca

Kessler Twins die at 89: Iconics of post-war German entertainers choose assisted suicide

The Kessler Twins, famous German entertainers, have died at 89. They were well known for their dancing, singing, and long careers across Europe.

Sri Lankan skipper Asalanka, pacer Fernando return home due to illness

COLOMBO, Nov 17: Two senior players of the Sri Lankan cricket team, including skipper Charith Asalanka, currently touring Pakistan for a T20 tri-

Window Is Closing: Pope Calls For Concrete Actions On Climate Change

Pope Leo XIV on Monday urged concrete actions on climate change and complained that some leaders lacked the will to act, as he addressed religiou

Ranking points to play a role in LA Olympics qualification: World Boxing President

GREATER NOIDA, Nov 17: Outgoing World Boxing President Boris van der Vorst on Monday said ranking points will play a role in the qualification pr

Pumped storage projects to play imp role in meeting power demand during non solar hours: Minister

NEW DELHI, Nov 17: Union Power Minister Manohar Lal on Monday said pumped storage projects (PSPs) can play a critical role by storing surplus gr

Indian envoy in Shanghai felicitates noted Chinese scholar

BEIJING, Nov 17: Indian Consul General in Shanghai Pratik Mathur on Monday felicitated renowned Chinese scholar Prof. Wang Zhicheng who translat

Red Fort blast: NIA arrests suicide bombers second aide who is accused of modifying drones, trying to make rockets

NEW DELHI, Nov 17: The NIA has arrested a second close aide of suicide bomber Dr Umar Nabi in the Red Fort Area car blast case with the man from

Army marksman receives grand reception as he returns home with Gold

ISSF World Championships Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: Naib Subedar Ravinder Singh, a 29-year-old ace marksman from the Army Mark

PPP lawmaker becomes new premier of PoK

ISLAMABAD, Nov 17 : A Pakistan Peoples Party lawmaker was on Monday elected as the prime minister of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir after the regiona

Kathuas Anekha shines in Womens T20 Blind Cricket World Cup

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: Anekha Devi from Machhedi village in Kathua district created history with a sensational performance

J&K dominate Hyderabad as Sunil, Aquib, Kanhaiya, Samad, Qamran shine

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: Jammu & Kashmir put themselves in a commanding position in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group-D clash aga

India committed to strong cybersecurity frameworks, data protection across borders: MoS Telecom

NEW DELHI, Nov 17: India is committed to collaboration on establishing strong cybersecurity frameworks, sharing best practices and protection of

Mental health impacts on young children surrounded by violence

Children in many countries are growing up surrounded by violence. It may happen at home, in their neighbourhoods, or both. Some children are dire

Researchers use AI to create first 100-billion-star Milky Way simulation

Researchers combined deep learning with high-resolution physics to create the first Milky Way model that tracks over 100 billion stars individual

U.N. Security Council adopts U.S. resolution on Gaza peace plan

Russia, which holds a veto on the Security Council, earlier signalled potential opposition to the resolution but abstained from the vote, allowin

45 Indians, mostly Umrah pilgrims, killed in accident at Madina

PM, other leaders condole deaths HYDERABAD/JEDDAH, Nov 17: At least 45 Indians, majority of them Umrah pilgrims from Telangana capital Hyderabad,

Tawi barrage delay keeps Barjala-Khandwal under flood threat

* HC raps authorities over 9 years apathy Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: Coming down heavily on the continuing delay in completion of Taw

J&Ks Republic Day tableau to showcase regions rich handicrafts, folk dances

Only UTs artists allowed participation Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Nov 17: The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is set to showcase the regions rich a

Restoration of damaged roads to be completed by Dec 15 , Rs 72 cr earmarked

Central agency to construct portion of 4th bridge Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Nov 17: The restoration of maximum damaged roads on which work has been alrea

DP summons Al Falah chairman

NEW DELHI, Nov 17: The Delhi Police has issued two summons to Al Falah University chairman in connection with the ongoing probe into the Faridaba

Nitish set to take oath as Bihar CM for record 10th term

PATNA, Nov 17: The process for formation of the new NDA Government in Bihar began on Monday after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met Governor Arif M

CBI nabs ESIC officer with Rs 9,000 bribe

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 17: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) today arrested a Social Security Officer of the Employees State

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The Game Awards 2025 Date, Time, Venue, Nominations and How to Watch Online: What is The Game Awards 2025? Here's full list of nominees

The Game Awards 2025 will take place on December 11 in Los Angeles. The nominations are announced, and fans can watch the live event online. This

Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home

Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Chicago and Portland, Oregon, are being sent home, and those who will remain will not be on the str

Novo Nordisk launches limited offer: New patients can start Ozempic or Wegovy for $199 a month

Novo Nordisk is offering a new discount on its GLP-1 drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for a short time. The prices are lower for both new and existing pa

Will hunt down blast culprits even from netherworld: Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah vowed to bring perpetrators of the Delhi car bomb blast to justice, emphasizing the government's commitment to eradicatin

Stock market down today: Dow, Nasdaq, S&P slip, Nvidia falls ahead of earnings report

US stock market closed lower on Monday. Investors are keenly watching for clues from the US Federal Reserve's upcoming decisions. Delayed economi

Trump backs tougher action on drug cartels in Mexico and Colombia

Mr. Trump has intensified his campaign against maritime drug trafficking, authorising more forceful interdiction operations and giving U.S. force

Lone Survivor Shoaib Lost His Parents In Saudi Mishap

Two brothers of Ahmed reached Haj House to arrange for the last rites of the family.

GHMC Receives 122 Plaints at Prajavani

The Hyderabad collectorate received 161 applications. Among them 99 sought houses and the remaining pertained to pensions, revenue department.

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Campaigns for November 30 MCD byelections gain momentum

BJP, AAP, Cong. to face off first time after Delhi election; Sachdeva addresses party workers a day after CMs rally; were confident as all our ca

Azhar, MIM MLA, Officials Leave for Saudi

Around 35 relatives, two from the family of each of the victims, along with two officers from the committee, will be leaving for Saudi on Tuesday

What is no tax on overtime deduction and where it is not applicable? Trump overtime tax rule and state restrictions explained. Here's when it starts, how it works

What is no tax on overtime deduction and where it is not applicable is a key policy question after the Trump administration approved a federal ov

Judge says Justice Department made serious missteps in case against Comey

A judge raised serious questions about how the Justice Department handled the case against former FBI Director James Comey. He said there were ma

Telangana Govt Releases 44.91 Cr for School Meal Costs

The amount includes 34.91 crore for cooking expenses and 10 crore for community cooking helpers, each paid 1,000 for the two-month period.

Telangana Youth Congress Protest Against Vote Theft

Mahesh Kumar Goud said there was a looming threat of vote deletions in Telangana under the proposed special intensive revision (SIR) exercise and

Can Visually Affected Be Made APPs: Telangana HC

A two-judge panel of the Telangana High Court will continue to hear a challenge to the states exclusion of visually impaired candidates from recr

MGL expects restoration of gas supply by November 18

The damage to the main gas supply pipeline of GAIL occurred at the RCF premises, Trombay, and also affected the gas supply at MGLs City Gate Stat

MeeSeva Services To Go Live On WhatsApp From Today

They can also apply for various government certificates directly from their phones.

Anil Ambani skips second ED summons

Fifty years ago | India-Bangla border quiet: Reports of clash termed false

Comey case explodes: Judge cites US govt misconduct, orders release of grand jury evidence

Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav offers to step aside, Lalu says he should lead RJD

An emotional Tejashwi Prasad Yadav offered to step down as RJD legislative party leader, but was urged by patriarch Lalu Prasad to continue. The

High-Altitude Research: TIFR To Conduct 10 Scientific Balloon Flights From Hyderabad

TIFR said, The people are requested not to tamper with them as they may contain extremely sensitive scientific equipment. Instead, inform the nea

Urban unemployment rate in October at 3-month high of 7%, shows PLFS

Overall unemployment held steady at 5.2% in October, though urban joblessness rose to a three-month high of 7%. The Labour Force Participation Ra

Construction Work Sinks Neighbour Building In Old City

Neighbours said the digging activity took place around midnight. At about 10 am on Monday, residents heard a sudden loud noise from the building.

FEMA Chief David Richardson resigns amid criticism and Trumps plan to restructure agency

David Richardson resigned as acting FEMA chief during a tough time for the agency. His exit comes as the Trump administration plans big FEMA chan

Ramp achieves $32 billion valuation, doubles revenue and customer base in past year driven by AI-powered financial automation

Financial operations platform Ramp has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a $32 billion valuation. This surge follows a $300 million fina

NRC case pending, EC skips SIR in Assam, orders 'special revision'

The Election Commission has ordered a special revision of Assam's electoral roll for the upcoming assembly polls, with January 1, 2026, as the qu

Bitcoin price prediction sparks debate: Worlds smartest man says BTC USD will hit $220,000 in 45 days - can it happen?

BTC USD price target: Dubbed the 'world's smartest man,' YoungHoon Kim has boldly predicted Bitcoin could surge to $220,000 in just 45 days. This

Esophageal cancer or GERD? The overlapping symptoms, and the one thing that sets them apart

Heartburn is common, but persistent chest discomfort or difficulty swallowing could signal serious issues. Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GE

Putin's Aide Holds Talks With NSA Doval

The Russian president is expected to visit India around December 5 to hold annual summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.