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Mumbai's air quality better than last year on Diwali, but firecrackers trigger sharp pollution spike

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Mumbai's air quality deteriorated sharply following Diwali celebrations, with firecracker emissions contribut

Simbu's 'Arasan' makers release glimpse video; actor plays a character called Daas in film!

Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 9 (IANS) The makers of director Vetrimaran's eagerly awaited film 'Arasan', featuring actor Silambarasan alias Simbu

Trump Says He Won't Forgive Enemies, Even on His Deathbed

Throughout the past decade, Trump has frequently directed sharp criticism at several political adversaries, some of whom have faced legal scrutin

Elon Musk, Bill Ackman back NVIDIA chief Huang amid controversy

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) Tesla CEO Elon Musk and billionaire investor Bill Ackman on Monday backed NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang amid a c

Katherine Schwarzenegger celebrates son Fords second birthday with an adorable wish

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Katherine Schwarzenegger, wife of Hollywood star Chris Pratt celebrated her son Fords second birthday with a

Police officer beaten to death in Theni during Diwali celebrations; four arrested

Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 9 (IANS) In a shocking incident that has raised serious concerns over law and order in Tamil Nadu, a police Special S

BB20: Love Gill Ties Rakhi To Scout Op

Scout Op's fans have urged viewers to end the romantic narratives about their bond.

Begum Bazar : 16 Arrested For Playing Cards At Fish Godown

Acting on a tip-off, police raided the Dhanalakshmi Fish Godown, where several people were allegedly playing cards.

Delhi AQI Nears Severe Level a Day After Diwali, Thick Smog Engulfs City

Delhi wakes up to thick smog after Diwali as AQI reaches 370. Several areas record severe pollution levels, with air quality expected to worsen o

China, Hong Kong stocks edge up as State Council vows to stabilise market

Mainland China and Hong Kong stocks

Delhi Chokes on Post-Diwali Morning as AQI Hits 376; Severe Smog Spikes PM2.5 Across Capital

The National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi woke up to dense toxic smog on Monday morning, 9 November 2026, as post-Diwali firecracker emission

Dorgus 96th-minute header completes stunning Man Utd comeback against Villa

Digital Desk | Manchester, Nov 9 (IANS) Manchester United produced a remarkable late fightback to snatch a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at Old Tr

10-year-old boy dies in Delhis Narela after firecracker explodes in his hand

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) A 10-year-old boy died after a firecracker exploded in his hand while he was bursting it outside his house

Don't want to go to hell: Trump believes he will go to heaven after his death

US President Donald Trump stated he believes in going to heaven and does not want to go to hell. During an interview, he admitted he struggles to

Two minor boys murdered at Samayapuram near Tiruchi

The two were murdered on the canal bank road at Samayapuram at around11 p.m. on November 8, 2026 by unidentified persons

Kareena Kapoor flaunts sindoor look, obliges fan requests for selfies

Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor on the occasion of Diwali, stepped out in a graceful festive look, sportin

Congress' Ajay Maken flags missing PM2.5 data at 25 Delhi stations on Diwali night

Ajay Maken raised concerns about the lack of PM2.5 data at 25 air quality monitoring stations on Diwali night. He noted that pollution levels ave

AQI slips to 'severe' in Delhi; Mumbai, Chennai wake up to smog morning after Deepavali

Delhis air quality plunged to the edge of the severe category on Monday as post-Deepavali pollution surged, with AQI readings above 400 across th

Hyderabad police arrest 16 in illegal gambling raid

Hyderabad: Goshamahal police arrested 16 persons for allegedly organising and participating in illegal gambling activities at a gaming house in B

In Pictures: From homes to markets, India celebrates the festival of lights

Nifty slips below 25,000 as IT, power stocks drag; banks, pharma hold firm

SBI led Nifty50 gains, up 1.82% to 1,034.45 from 1,016, on 49.10 lakh shares worth 506.18 crore

Iran says no unauthorised vessels transited Strait of Hormuz overnight after navigation aids destroyed

Navigational aid systems in the south of the Strait of Hormuz were destroyed and no unauthorised vessels transited the maritime route overnight,

New Zealand vs India 3rd ODI: Playing 11, live toss time (IST), streaming

While India's bowling unit has emerged as the biggest positive from the first two matches, the batting performances have left room for improvemen

Not funny: Elon Musk reacts after Dave Chappelle jokes Charlie Kirk's murder made him 'feel better'

Comedian Dave Chappelle has triggered uproar with a joke about the murder of Charlie Kirk during a live show. After the joke, Elon Musk expressed

Trump says his immigration policy 'too tough' after midterm drubbing

I think it was too tough. I think it might be too tough, Trump told CBS' 60 Minutes in response to a question on his administration's deportation

Child among six burnt alive after car carrying Haryana residents catches fire in Muzaffarnagar

Six people, including a child, were burnt alive after a speeding car crashed into a roadside light pole and caught fire on the Panipat-Khatima Na

We Wont Be Considering Marn: Bailey Confirms Labuschagnes Omission From NZ Tests

NZ Tests: Cricket Australia selection chair George Bailey on Monday confirmed that Marnus Labuschagne will not be considered for the upcoming fo

Morepen launches first US prescription generic, eyes further filings

Morepen's first US prescription generic launch expands its presence beyond API supplies into finished-dosage medicines and distribution.

MP: Six of Family Killed After Blaze Erupts at Goldsmith's House

Ten persons were present in the house at the time of the incident. Six of them died, and four were evacuated

IND vs NZ third ODI: Rohit Sharma in focus as India eyes series-clinching win over New Zealand

India lead 2-0 in the five-match rubber, but barring Virat Kohli's majestic knock at Eden Park, none of the other batters, including skipper Shub

Sensex, Nifty open higher amid positive global cues

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Monday, tracking positive global cues and gains in financial and ba

Delhi Air Quality Spikes To 'Severe' Levels Post-Diwali Despite GRAP-III Curbs

The post-Diwali spike occurred despite the authorities invoking Stage III of GRAP on Friday

Why are filmmakers returning to Indian epics? From Ramayana to a new wave of mythological films

Indian cinema seems to be looking towards its past to find stories for the future. From the Ramayana and Mahabharata to lesser-known mythological

He's A Fine Person, But You Never Know: Trump On Nvidia CEO's Affair

US President Donald Trump on Sunday called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang an honorable person and praised his contributions to the United States, but sa

Yogi Adityanath accuses Congress, SP of spreading propaganda against Ayodhya

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused the Congress and Samajwadi Party of spreading propaganda against Ayodhya because of the temp

FOCUS-Farmers fight to adapt as droughts loom in COP31 host Turkey

Farmer Mehmet Kabak has grown cotton on the same land in drought-prone

China extends suspension of port fees on US-linked ships

China on Monday extended its suspension of special port fees on US-linked vessels until January 10, 2027, the country's transport ministry said i

Delhi's AQI breaches 400 on morning after Diwali

A thick smog lingered around Inderlok, while other parts of the city awoke to hazy air, deteriorating quality, and poor visibility

Tennis-After winning Paris Masters, Alcaraz high on confidence ahead of ATP Finals

World number three Carlos Alcaraz said his Paris

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Kurnool: 26-Year-Old Man Found Dead In Adoni, Probe Underway

Police have registered a case and launched an investigation to ascertain the exact motive behind the murder.

Revanth Reddy accuses KTR of driving sister Kavitha out of family home over property dispute

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy accused BRS leader KT Rama Rao of driving his sister K Kavitha out of the family home over a property di

Searched Social Media for Quick Money, Then Killed Cousin's 4-Year-Old Son to Sell His Organs Online; Police Recover Kidneys, Lungs and Eyes from Bucket

A 27-year-old man in Chhattisgarh allegedly murdered his four-year-old cousin's son and removed his organs to sell them online after searching so

Rubio Says No Breakthrough in Iran Talks, Slams Tehran

Washington DC: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said diplomatic efforts to end the ongoing conflict with Iran remain deadlocked, ruling out

Post-Diwali Air Quality Decline Poses Health Risks, Experts Warn

After Diwali, worsening air quality threatens health, especially for vulnerable groups. Experts share essential precautions to stay safe. Post-Di

Stalemate in U.S.-Iran Talks, Rubio Declares Tehrans Demands Unacceptable

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio states Irans demands are unacceptable amid stalled diplomatic talks. Stalemate in U.S.-Iran Talks, Rubio Decl

Weekly policy watch: Retail inflation, forex reserves and deposits in focus

India's policy agenda this week will centre on retail inflation, forex reserves and bank deposit growth

S. Korean economy continues to post 'solid' growth amid AI investment

Digital Desk | Seoul, Nov 9 (IANS) The South Korean economy appears to be continuing to grow at a solid pace on the back of global investment in

I bow to statehood movement activists who sacrificed everything for creation of Uttarakhand: CM Dhami

Digital Desk | Dehradun, Nov 9 (IANS) Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended heartfelt Foundation Day greetings to Uttarakhand's p

Celine Dion thanks Metallica for warm welcome, says she absolutely loved the show

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Singer Celine Dion expressed her gratitude to rock band Metallica, including James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kir

Congress to continue agitation until CEC Gyanesh Kumar is removed, says KC Venugopal

Congress general secretary KC Venugopal said the party would continue its agitation against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar until he wa

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Drops 130 Points Lower, Asian Markets Rebound

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Brent Falls Below $98 After Biggest Weekly Drop Since 2020.

Tickner, Ferguson Ruled Out Of 3rd And 4th India ODIs As NZs Injury Woes Deepen

The New Zealand Cricket: New Zealands pace-bowling resources have taken another hit ahead of the remaining matches of the ODI series against Ind

BJP Attacks Congress Over Kharges Eid of Happiness Remark on Diwali

In a video message posted on X, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari described the Congress as an anti-Hindu party

Post-Diwali pollution chokes Delhi; AQI nears 450 in Sonia Vihar, multiple areas record severe air quality

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) Delhi witnessed a sharp deterioration in air quality on Monday, a day after Diwali celebrations, with poll

Rachel Shelley shares BTS moments from shooting O Re Chori from Lagaan 25 years ago with Aamir Khan

Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) British actress Rachel Shelley, who played Elizabeth Russell in Ashutosh Gowarikers much acclaimed perio

Congress leader flags missing PM2.5 data at 25 Delhi stations on Diwali night

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Sheikh Hasina seeks new passport in clearest sign of Bangladesh return

The request marks the clearest step by Hasina to act on her plan to return to Bangladesh in December, more than two years after a deadly uprising

Are banks open today on November 9, 2026? Check the full list of holidays by RBI and other details

Planning to visit a bank right after Diwali? You might want to check the RBI calendar first, as bank branches in select states will remain closed

Tyra Banks embraces Indian festive glamour in stunning green and gold lehenga for Diwali

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Supermodel Tyra Banks embraced the festive spirit of Diwali in style as she dazzled in a green and gold lehen

NVIDIA to probe CEO Jensen Huangs relationship with possible Chinese spy

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) NVIDIAs board of directors has announced that they are launching an independent investigation following re

Hyderabad Witnesses Multiple Fire Accidents, Firefighters Rush To Spots

A medical distributor's shop was gutted in a fire accident in Secunderabad. Meanwhile, a house was completely gutted after a fire broke out in Ja

Series of fire incidents at firecracker shops, godowns mar Deepavali in Hyderabad

A fire broke out at a plastic manufacturing unit in Katedan Industrial Area and subsequently spread to a neighbouring plywood unit, prompting the

Diwali 2026: Esha Deol, Bharat Takhtani walk hand-in-hand two years after divorce despite him dating Meghna Lakhani

Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani, who announced their separation in February 2024 after 12 years of marriage, were seen arriving together at a Diwal

India bonds could rally some more as fundamentals favour bulls

Benign oil prices and Treasury yields boost investor sentiment

Ranbir Kapoor greets paps with folded hands; Alia Bhatt waves ; duo celebrate Diwali with Neetu Kapoor at Krishna Raj Bungalow

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt greeted paparazzi from their new Krishna Raj bungalow in Mumbai on Diwali 2026. Ranbir waved and blew flying kisses

Parliament's Monsoon session remains unprorogued for record 88 days

Parliament's Monsoon session has not been prorogued for 88 days, exceeding the previous record of 87 days. This situation raises the possibility

Trump backs US energy permitting reform bill ahead of key Senate vote

Trump endorsed a bipartisan bill to speed up federal approvals for energy and infrastructure projects, urging senators to back the measure ahead

US asks Iraqi govt to close most of its border crossings with Iran

Washington has asked Baghdad to close all but two commercial crossings with Iran as part of its pressure campaign

Parliaments Monsoon session remains unprorogued for record 88 days

As of November 9, 2026 morning, neither the Lok Sabha nor the Rajya Sabha had been formally prorogued, keeping open the possibility of convening

Telangana govt targets one crore membership in women's Self-Help Groups by 2034: CM Revanth Reddy

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has set a goal to empower one crore women in Self Help Groups. He emphasized the importance of women's fin

Why Nvidia's board is investigating CEO Jensen Huang: All you need to know

Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang will remain in his role as the company's board investigates reports that he was targeted by a foreign intelli

Two 17-year-olds hacked to death near Samayapuram on Diwali night

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BJP accuses Congress of appeasement after Kharge calls Diwali an

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Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital: 48 Suffer Eye Injuries During Diwali Celebrations

According to reports, 48 people sought treatment at the hospital. Of them, 38 were treated as outpatients, while the remaining 10 were admitted a

Samsung's US chip plant nears trial run in December, mass production planned for 2027

The company has installed equipment, set up production lines, and started performance checks, with trial operations possibly starting mid-to-late

Air of Deepavali celebrations lingers in Hyderabad with AQI remaining at hazardous levels

The air quality in Hyderabad deteriorated in the night itself with particulate matter 2.5 reaching 392 micrograms per cubic meter (g/m) at 9.30 p

EXCLUSIVE-Hasina seeks new passport in clearest sign of Bangladesh return

Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina requested on Monday a new passport and identity card so she can return from self-imposed exile in

Henry Cavill pays tribute to fallen soldiers on Remembrance Sunday: Forever grateful

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Actor Henry Cavill marked Remembrance Sunday with a family outing, while taking a moment to honour the brave

16-year-old boy stabbed to death for resisting phone snatching attempt in Delhi's Wazirabad

A 16-year-old boy was stabbed to death after allegedly resisting an attempt to snatch his mobile phone in north Delhi 's Wazirabad, said official

Telangana aims for 10 million women in self-help groups by 2034, says CM Revanth Reddy

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath performs Govardhan Puja, highlights cow welfare

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Consumer firms absorb rising costs as inflation squeezes household budgets

India's inflation accelerated to an almost two-year high of 5.54% in September, driven largely by food costs

South Korea fines Coupang $220 million for abusing dominance in food delivery market

South Korea's antitrust regulator said on Monday it was imposing a 300.8 billion won ($220.59 million) fine on e-commerce firm Coupang for abusin

Karnataka to release report on alleged excess ethanol in petrol on Monday; OMCs seek joint testing

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said the state would release findings from inspections at 67 locations on Monday after complaints of petro

China extends suspension of 24% tariff on US imports for two months

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Pollution wreaks havoc in Patiala, AQI touches 499; PPCB reports 288 stubble burning incidents, imposes fine of Rs 3.45 lakh

Digital Desk | Patiala, Nov 9 (IANS) Air pollution in Patiala has reached alarming levels following Diwali, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQ

Short-term bonds may underperform as rate hikes, cash squeeze loom

The Reserve Bank of India may raise interest rates by as much as 75 basis points in the coming months, adding to a 25-basis-point hike on Oct. 7

'Lots of people didn't like his comments, not me...': Trump defends Vance over Iran war remarks

Yogi Adityanath hints special scheme for women in UP ahead of polls: 'We're bringing a special package'

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has hinted at a special package for women ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, promising a majo