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Andhra goes ahead with Kotia local body polls despite Odishas plea in Supreme Court

The YSRCP and the TDP both claim the disputed border villages will vote for them on November 5

Iran says considering two-day plan to reopen Hormuz

The possibility of implementing this plan in two days is another indication of Iran's good-faith approach, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil

South Bullet Train to connect Bengaluru and Hyderabad in 2 hours

Bengaluru: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday, November 1, announced that the proposed South Bullet Train corridor would connect Bengalu

KEA to go ahead with written examination for recruitment of PU college principals in Karnataka on November 20, 22

The lecturers association had submitted a representation seeking postponement of the examination by one month citing lack of time for preparation

Hikal inks a multi-year global CDMO contract with Europe-based agrochem company

Commercial launch of the product is expected by end FY 202627, the company said, adding that volumes are anticipated to grow as the regulatory ap

Senior Land Acquisition Officer Trapped by Odisha Vigilance Taking Rs 3.10 Lakh Bribe

Odisha Vigilance today caught Ajay Kumar Garanaik, Special Land Acquisition Officer for the Sambalpur-Talcher Doubling Rail Line Project, red-han

Passenger EV retail dips 4% amid supply crunch; overall PV market grows 15%

Supply constraints at Tata Motors and a sharp fall at Vinfast weighed on EV registrations, while Mahindra and MG gained market share.

Students of Wayanad school protest seeking revocation of principals transfer over alleged lapses during study tour

Higher Education department took action against him claiming that official guidelines were not followed during a study tour undertaken by student

Salary is no longer enough: 47% of Indian taxpayers earn beyond their jobs

What used to be a single paycheck has diversified into multiple income streams, and the tax return is where this shift becomes visible first. Nea

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (November 02, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, November 02, 2026.

Russia, Ukraine report cyberattacks on emergency, air raid alert systems

Residents received warnings of a 'nuclear danger' on Sunday through the air raid alert app, which millions of Ukrainians rely on for information

Saint-Gobain India collaborates with IIT Madras to establish next-generation research labs

The outcomes planned from the labs include developing practical solutions for the built environment, supporting the construction industrys transi

Cheranalloor luxury car crash case: High drama marks hearing on plea to cancel teen drivers bail

Prosecution and counsel for victims family trade charges. Court says further proceedings to be held in-camera in the afternoon, considering invol

Ministry of Defence seals contracts worth over 53,000 crore to procure eight warships for Navy

The contracts were signed with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for acquisition of eight Next

Darshan Halted at Puri Srimandir for 3 Hours Today

Public entry and darshan of the Holy Trinity at the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri will remain temporarily suspended for three hours this aftern

Shweta Tripathi opens up about low fertility and changing views on motherhood

Shweta Tripathi initially envisioned herself as a mother, but her experiences transformed her outlook. She faced a toxic relationship that prompt

Nitte (Deemed to be university) focussing on research and emerging technologies, says Vice-Chancellor

New academic block at Nitte to house section on emerging technologies while 50 crore set apart to promote research by offering fellowships

UK opens 3 new legal routes for refugees through jobs, study: What to know

Britain will initially admit hundreds of UNHCR-approved refugees, with community sponsorship and strict security checks forming part of the schem

From Losing Her Father At 11 To Making History At Siachen: Captain Shiva Chauhan

After personal loss and rigorous training, Captain Shiva Chauhan became the first woman Army officer deployed at Siachen's Kumar Post.

Crude, not rupee, holds key to FII flows; JM Fin flags $105 threshold

According to its analysis, past FII flows help predict the next month's USD/INR movement, but past movements in the currency do not predict FII f

TMC Leaders Decline to Contest Kolkata Municipal Elections

Several senior TMC leaders, including former mayor Firhad Hakim, have opted out of the upcoming Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections. TMC Lead

Jharkhand High Court to Inaugurate

The Jharkhand High Court will launch a new data center to enhance judicial efficiency and security, inaugurated by Chief Justice Surya Kant. Jhar

Is there an alternative to corticosteroids to control vomiting during chemotherapy? A new study attempts to find out

An Indian multicentre phase III trial found that an olanzapine-based regimen, which is non-steroidal, was not inferior to the standard dexamethas

SEBI wants LTCG tax to be removed for foreign investors: Report

Indiana dad loses custody appeal after $350,000 job loss and move to Virginia

An Indiana father who lost his $350,000-a-year job after 26 years and moved to Virginia for work has lost his appeal in a custody dispute. The In

PMI manufacturing drops to 54.7 in October

Despite a moderation in factory activity, output and new orders continued to expand. Employment recorded a second consecutive monthly increase, w

SC Ends Monitoring in Ayodhya Ram Temple Fund Embezzlement Case; Permits Petitioners to Assist Trial

The Supreme Court on Monday closed its monitoring of the alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya after the Uttar Pradesh governme

Massive Multi-Agency Rescue Operations Swung into Action at Ganjam Landslide Site

A high-intensity, coordinated search and rescue operation is actively underway at the Gidipabali landslide site in Ganjam district to locate miss

Nellore: 7 Fishermen Stranded Off Juvvaladinne Coast, Rescued

Seven fishermen who were stranded in the rough waters near Juvvaladinne coast were safely rescued.

Woman in labour carried across stream to 108 ambulance in Asifabad

Hyderabad: A pregnant woman was rescued by a 108 ambulance team while crossing a stream in Asifabad district on Monday, November 2. The incident

SC Rejects Sukesh Chandrasekhar's Plea To Stay Conviction

The alleged conman was sentenced to eight years in jail for impersonating a Supreme Court judge.

Tejashwi Yadav Calls for United Opposition Amid Sonia Gandhis Meeting with Lalu Prasad Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav emphasizes the need for a united opposition during a meeting between Sonia Gandhi and Lalu Prasad Yadav in Patna. Tejashwi Yadav C

Television Actor Anuj Thakur Passes Away at 33, Leaving Industry in Shock

Anuj Thakur, beloved TV actor, has died at 33, leaving friends and fans in mourning. Tributes pour in from the entertainment industry. Television

Watch: Delhi chokes again as AQI hits 310, restrictions tighten

Delhis air quality deteriorated to the very poor category on November 2, with the AQI touching 310. As pollution levels rise across north India,

DMK chief Stalin slams TVK govt over GST slump, loss of Rs 1,614 cr Korean investment to AP

M K Stalin has accused the ruling TVK government of causing economic decline in Tamil Nadu. He pointed out the record lows in GST revenue growth

Severe cylone Murasu closest to Nellore at 11.30 am

Landfall point is projected between Nellore and Narsapur, to the south of Ongole, beginning late night today at 11.30 pm, and the process likely

Chennai police granted custody of ex-Minister Anbil Mahesh for three days

A fresh medical fitness certificate must also be obtained and submitted to the court when he is produced after the completion of the interrogatio

Karnataka Opposition Leader Slams Congress Over Proposed Bus Fare Hike

Karnatakas R. Ashok criticizes the Congress government for a proposed bus fare increase, warning of protests if its not revoked. Karnataka Opposi

CM Yogi Criticizes Samajwadi Partys Governance in Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi Adityanath condemns Samajwadi Party for past governance failures while announcing new development projects in Gonda. CM Yogi Criticizes S

Samantha Ruth Prabhu shares heartwarming moment as Raj Nidimoru gets ready for fatherhood ahead of baby's arrival

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru are eagerly expecting their first child, set to arrive in December. Recently, Samantha shared an adorable i

US: Private jet crashes near busy road in Florida, 9 killed (VIDEO)

A Learjet plane crashed near a busy road in a residential neighborhood in Palm Beach County, leaving all nine people on board dead and a large cr

US midterm elections 2026: What they are, why they matter and when results will be out

The US midterm elections are set for November 3, affecting Congress and local offices. Voters will select members of the House and Senate, impact

100 new seismic observatories planned to be setup across country: MOES secretary

The Ministry of Earth Sciences is gearing up to deploy 100 additional seismological observatories nationwide, with four designated each for Jammu

Akshay Bysani on his 1945 Patek Philippe and its legacy

This watch has been in my family for a long time and it means the world to me, says Akshay Bysani, a luxury marketer and watch collector

'Don't travel by air. Next case': SC judge on plea alleging 700% airfare hike

Union Min Pressuring Modi Govt To Raid Our Ministers: Priyank Kharge

Though Kharge has not named anyone in his post, his allegation seems directed at the BJP's coalition partner, JDS' top leader and Union Minister

Shops shut near Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Shops remained closed, and security arrangements were strengthened around Charminar in the Old City of Hyderabad ahead of Union Home M

BJP MP Criticizes Congress, Calls Rahul Gandhi an Unsuccessful Leader

BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal condemns Congress and Rahul Gandhi, citing economic losses during protests in Delhi. BJP MP Criticizes Congress, Calls

Sebi proposes LTCG tax relief for FPIs: What it means for Indian markets

Sebi has proposed scrapping LTCG tax on foreign investors' equity gains and offering tax relief to domestic mutual fund investors who switch betw

Major Blow to AAP: 3 Punjab Leaders Join BJP Ahead of 2027 Assembly Polls

In a major setback for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, three of its prominent leadersHarmeet Singh Pathanm

Amit Shah Leads Save Democracy, End Anarchy March in Hyderabad

Amit Shahs visit to Hyderabad sparks political fervor as BJP counters Congresss claims with a nationwide awareness campaign. Amit Shah Leads Save

Dr. Rajkumars song If You Come Today gets a hip-hop twist, courtesy rapper Gubbi

Rapper Gubbi and culture curator Nandith Jaisimha recently releasedIf You Come Today 2.0, drawing inspiration from the 1978 classic sung by Dr. R

Vishnu Ravindran Nairs new single encapsulates the quieter side of New York City

Vishnu Ravindran Nairs new song is inspired by the calm and tranquility of New York City. The New York That Sleeps is about the rarer side of thi

Amitabh Bachchan slams media outlet for twisting his Lord Krishna invocation

Amitabh Bachchan criticized a media outlet for distorting his words in a social media post about Lord Krishna. He asserted that his invocation wa

How are equity investments taxed in India? A guide to capital gains tax

In a bid to invigorate domestic and foreign mutual fund investments, India's Securities and Exchange Board has put forth recommendations for tax

Ramlila Maidan rally: FIR registered over graffiti on police vehicle

The FIR was registered at Kamla Market police station under sections of the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Property Act

Keralam Assembly set to host two-day conference of PAC chairpersons from 25 States

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to inaugurate the conference in which 300 public representatives, including MPs and MLAs from various States, are expe

Pixxel says Indian government projects, IP remain under Indian ownership and control

The clarification follows questions over the companys work with Indian defence and space agencies, including projects supported by the iDEX initi

DMK chief Stalin slams TVK govt over GST slump, loss of 1,614 cr Korean investment to AP

Tamil Nadus collections grew by only 3%, following contractions of -1% in August and -5% in September

Over 8,000 police personnel deployed to protect polio teams in Pakistan's Karachi

The development comes a day after the National Emergency Operations Centre for Polio Eradication confirmed that the new case was reported from Kh

AAP finished in Punjab, Kejriwal and Mann brought about its collapse: Kunwar Vijay Pratap after joining BJP

Kunwar Vijay Pratap, along with two other AAP rebels, joined the BJP after resigning from the Assembly. He criticized the Aam Aadmi Party for its

India and UAE Discuss Strengthening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

India and UAE officials met to enhance their strategic partnership, discussing key global issues and regional developments. India and UAE Discuss

DivyaSree, HDFC Capital set up 1,500 cr residential development platform

The platform will acquire land and develop residential projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai, with a potential gross development value of

Ministry of Defence signs Rs 53,866 crore deal with GRSE, GSL to procure 8 warships for Navy

The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth Rs 53,866.50 crore with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) and Goa Shipyard

Five Andhra Youths Trapped in Russian Military

The remaining two youths fear that they could also be deployed to the frontline within the next two days. They have reportedly appealed for urgen

Soft Tennis: Its Origins, Rules, and Rise in Popularity

Discover the origins, rules, and growth of soft tennis, a sport gaining traction after Indias first medal at the 2026 Asian Games. Soft Tennis: I

Right to protest, right to trade: Trader's body CAIT urges Delhi LG to notify protest sites on city outskirts

CAIT has urged the Delhi Lieutenant Governor to notify designated protest sites to safeguard trade activities. They highlighted the growing disru

Velavan Senthilkumar Reaches Final of Czech Open Squash Tournament After Semi-Final Victory

Velavan Senthilkumar secures a spot in the Czech Open final after defeating Frances Auguste Dussourd in the semi-finals. Velavan Senthilkumar Rea

IND vs NZ series: You guys have set the tone for rest of the tour, says Gambhir

India defeated the hosts 3-2 in the T20 series despite landing here just a couple of days before the lung-opener and having very little time to r

Recovery in retail growth, margins key triggers for Reliance Industries

Near-term earnings upgrades are being driven by the strong O2C business, but a recovery in retail growth and profitability remains crucial for Re

SRK Expresses Gratitude To Fans On 61st Birthday With Special Note

Thousands of fans gathered outside the actor's residence to celebrate his birthday; a giant projector displayed his handwritten message, giving f

Why is India's probe of Scotch imports from Britain rattling liquor majors?

India's investigation into bulk Scotch whisky imports has triggered the first major trade dispute under the India-UK free trade agreement. The go

From code to content: How AI could make India the worlds next story exporter

Eloelo Groups Saurabh Pandey showcased Dolphin AI, an end-to-end video production suite, and told TechSparks 2026 that falling production costs c

Why ISROs latest success matters more than it appears | The Hindu Editorial

The successful GSLV-F18 mission could restore NavICs capabilities and strengthen Indias independent navigation system. But experts say bigger ref

Dia Mirza Diwali video controversy: Mumbai Deputy Mayor backs actor, wants BMC to restore deleted clip

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has removed actor Dia Mirza's video from its pollution-free Diwali campaign following objections fro

RPO Hyderabads Passport Mela on November 21

RPO Hyderabad to make available 4,000 appointments covering three categories of services normal passports, Tatkaal passports and Police Clearanc

Labourers electrocuted in Jhunjhunu Rajasthan while working on road-construction project

SHO Udaipurwati Rampal said that a machine being used to mix gravel came into contact with an overhead high-tension power line causing the electr

Ashok Pandit Criticizes BMC Commissioner Over Diwali Statement, Calls for Deletion of Posts

Filmmaker Ashok Pandit expressed outrage at BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhides Diwali message, demanding the removal of related social media posts.

Captive, commercial coal production rises 42% to 22.03 MT in October

Coal dispatches from captive and commercial mines increased 36% year-on-year to 21.11 million tonnes in October, while production during April-Oc

Press Report on the International Conference on Bhratya Arthastra Tradition

New Delhi [India], November 2: Citizen welfare and the well-being of society are the primary objectives of governance, and Chanakya emphasised th

Online obscenity case: Chargesheet filed against Keralam YouTuber Thoppi

According to the police, Nihad had shared nude images of some of his former friends on social media following a fallout with them. Throughout the

SC disposes of Ram Temple embezzlement petitions after Uttar Pradesh says charge sheet filed

The Supreme Court allowed petitioners, including Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Case Trust, Ajay Kumar Rai, Narendra Kumar Goswami and Sudhakar Singh, to as

Jagan accuses SEC of complicity in civic poll malpractices, says YSRCP will go to court

The SEC ordered repolling in only four booths despite overwhelming evidence, the YSRCP president alleges

AP: Strong winds, rough tides in Nellore amid Murasu cyclone warning

Srinibas Pradhan Constructions bags 31 cr road project in Odisha

The project involves widening and strengthening of existing roads across about 14.8 km in Jharsuguda district being executed by PWD Odisha with a

Rahul Gandhi has backstabbed DMK for two ministerial posts: DMKs Saravanan

Fact-Check: Old Video Shared as Turnout in Ramlila Maidan Rally

While the Ramlila maidan rally on 1 November did see a huge turnout, this viral video is from 2025.

Tragic Electrocution Claims Lives of Eight Workers in Rajasthan

Eight workers died from electrocution during road construction in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, sparking outrage among local residents. Tragic Electrocut

Rapthadu Incident: Hemant's Right Leg at Risk of Amputation

SP said that X-rays taken of both legs did not reveal any bullets. An anaesthetist was continuously monitoring his health condition.

This startup is selling a Rs 94,835 mosquito trap that uses a powerful blue laser and sensors similar to those in self-driving cars to track and kill mosquitoes while detecting people, pets and nearby surfaces to prevent accidental firing

Photon Matrix has introduced a laser device that identifies and eliminates mosquitoes effectively. The products are priced at around $1,000 each,