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The accused, a resident of Airoli in Navi Mumbai, was initially detained by the Maharashtra ATS following inputs about his social media interactions with anti-national handlers. He was subsequently taken into custody by the Keralam police in connection with a case registered in Thrissur district

The Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, questioned the circumstances under which the two SPOs were sent across difficult mountainous terrain to assist Army personnel, alleging that the decision exposed them to unnecessary risks and ultimately resulted in their killing

The committee appointed to study the Nashik-Pune railway project has missed its 60-day deadline and is yet to complete its assessment. MLA Satyajeet Tambe is willing to allow more time for the exercise but insists that a public hearing must be held before a final decision is taken

Union Minister Chirag Paswan and Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor on Saturday criticised Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray over his remarks on Chhath Puja, accusing him of targeting people from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar for political relevance

Mahanagar Gas Limited has increased the price of compressed natural gas (CNG) by Rs 1.50 per kg in Mumbai and adjoining areas, taking the revised rate to Rs 91.50 per kg from November 15. The company cited rising gas procurement costs and increased dependence on imported fuel

The extended Diwali holiday rush triggered heavy traffic on highways leading out of Mumbai on Saturday. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway saw vehicle queues stretching up to 6 kilometres, while motorists also faced slow movement on the Mumbai-Goa Highway near Mangaon

Four earthquakes, ranging in magnitude from 2.9 to 3.9, were recorded across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh within 11 hours on Saturday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Three tremors were recorded in the Chenab Valley region of Jammu and Kashmir, while one struck Leh in Ladakh

President Droupadi Murmu interacted with children from various schools and organisations at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre on Children's Day. She encouraged them to pursue their dreams with commitment, dedication and perseverance

Meanwhile, in Mumbai, the maximum temperature stood at 34.7 degrees Celsius, while the Santacruz (representative of the suburbs) observatory registered 34.9 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperatures at the two observatories were 24 degrees Celsius and 20 degrees Celsius, respectively

Pakistan has nominated its Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Musadik Masood Malik, to represent the country at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Civilisational Dialogue in New Delhi from November 20 to 22, 2026.

His remarks come a month before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's likely visit to the US for the G20 Summit, on the sidelines of which he and President Donald Trump may meet to review the broader trajectory of bilateral ties and progress on the trade pact

The action included the seizure of health supplements worth Rs 1.38 crore after officials detected the use of ingredients rejected by the FSSAI, the suspension of licences of two Pune restaurants over hygiene violations and the seizure of 21,004 litres of suspected edible oil worth Rs 45.95 lakh in Kolhapur

Chhath Puja entered its second day on Saturday, with devotees observing Kharna, an important ritual marking the beginning of a rigorous 36-hour nirjala fast. The four-day festival began on November 13 with Nahaay-Khay and is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya

The restrictions include changes to traffic movement around Hutatma Rajguru Chowk, Ballard Pier and several roads in the NCPA area. Certain traffic movements will be regulated on November 16, while pay-and-park facilities on two roads will remain suspended throughout the four-day period

Amnesty International has raised serious concerns over an alleged crackdown by Pakistani security forces on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), calling for an independent investigation into reported civilian deaths, injuries and violations of human rights.

Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil outlined the proposal in an interview with a regional news channel, saying the government was examining the fee structures, financial balances, land allotments and other details of self-financed universities

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Saturday dismissed speculation about a possible merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), asserting that Sharad Pawar leads the real NCP

Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched the Telangana Gig Workers' Social Security and Welfare Scheme, announcing measures to improve working conditions and provide greater transparency for gig workers

The BMC Tree Authority has approved the felling of 56 trees and transplantation of 72 others for CSMT redevelopment. RLDA has proposed planting 2,463 trees within 15 days, while Kishori Pednekar has questioned the BMCs record of earlier compensatory plantations

Nationalist Congress Party (SP) working president and MP Supriya Sule on Saturday said discussions about a possible merger between the two rival NCP factions had ended following the death of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar

A 31-year-old man was arrested in Mumbai's Agripada area on Saturday after police allegedly recovered two illegal firearms and 19 live cartridges from him near Dosa Compound. Police are investigating the source of the weapons and ammunition

The CPS said its Organised Child Sexual Abuse Unit presented the court with overwhelming evidence gathered by police investigators in Cheshire and the West Midlands.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Ministry of Education over a complaint alleging inadequate awareness and educational activities related to Veer Baal Diwas, observed annually on December 26.

The US Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop after a telecommunications outage affected all 22 Air Route Traffic Control Centers. Around 7,000 flights were reportedly delayed or cancelled, while officials said all flights had been accounted for

A tanker carrying asphalt collided with the docked American Heritage river cruise ship in New Orleans on Friday, causing the vessel to capsize in the Mississippi River. Around 180 people were aboard the cruise ship when the incident occurred.

Mumbai experienced morning haze and relatively cooler early hours on Saturday, but hot and humid conditions persisted. The city's overall AQI stood at 127, while Navy Nagar recorded the highest reading of 208 among the listed monitoring stations

BEST will operate 21 additional buses on November 15 and 16 to help devotees reach Chhath Puja venues across Mumbai, including Juhu Beach, Dadar Chowpatty, Powais Ganesh Ghat and Gorai Creek. Extra staff, security and a breakdown van will also be deployed

A life convict recently released on three-month parole has been arrested with two others for allegedly assaulting a restaurant manager and forcibly taking Rs 6,400 during a bill dispute at a Sion restaurant. The accused has a history of serious criminal cases

Three four-wheelers caught fire near SMG School on Diva-Agasan Road in Thane's Diva East on Saturday morning. Two cars, including a Hyundai Aura, were completely gutted, while a Maruti Suzuki Wagon R sustained minor damage. No injuries were reported

Microsoft has apologised to customers and partners after a two-day outage disrupted Outlook, Teams and other Microsoft 365 services worldwide. The company said a technical issue linked to an earlier network capacity upgrade caused the disruption, ruling out a cyberattack or AI-related incident

At least 23 people were killed and 20 injured after a minibus collided head-on with a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday. The accident occurred on National Highway-715 near Hathikuli Tea Estate, with several college students among the deceased

Four civilians, including two women, were killed after suspected militants opened fire on two four-wheelers in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Friday. The incident took place in the New Heaven area along the Imphal-Ukhrul road, police said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated welfare, renewable energy and petroleum infrastructure projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore across Karnataka. He also inaugurated the Bengaluru Metro Pink Line stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere, built at a cost of around Rs 3,470 crore

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has alleged that his phone is being tapped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and claimed he has evidence of his allegations on the device. Gandhi also renewed his challenge to Modi for a one-on-one debate, saying it could end the Prime Minister's political career

SpaceX is preparing for a historic Starship test flight, attempting to recover both the Super Heavy booster and the upper-stage spacecraft using the launch tower's mechanical chopstick arms. A successful double catch would mark a major milestone in the company's push for rapid rocket reusability

Pakistan has announced that its security forces killed at least 74 militants in operations across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa beginning November 3. The forces also recovered weapons, ammunition and improvised explosive devices during the operations

In a separate incident, Iran said that a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) tanker triggered an explosion after striking a mine in the eastern Strait of Hormuz, allegedly after ignoring repeated warnings.

Indian hockey midfielder Nilakanta Sharmas recent retirement call is a brave one, just like his courageous on-field tackles and fearless off-field advocacy for his home state Manipur

When citizens become stakeholders in the effort, it negates the not my problem, or not on my doorstep thinking.

Iran's IRGC Navy has claimed that two oil tankers exploded and caught fire after striking naval mines while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without coordinating with Iranian authorities. The claims come amid escalating tensions involving Iran, the US and Israel

With diabetes increasingly affecting young adults, psychiatrists highlight its emotional and psychological impact. On World Diabetes Day, experts explain how patients and families can cope with anxiety, guilt and lifestyle changes while prioritising mental well-being alongside blood sugar management

A non-functional lift at Mumbai's KEM Hospital has made its orthopaedic ward difficult to access, leaving several beds vacant. Patients with fractures and mobility issues have reportedly been shifted to other wards or hospitals, raising concerns over neglected infrastructure at the civic-run hospital

Grant Medical College students and resident doctors are facing uncertainty over hostel accommodation after GT Hospital put up notices on rooms occupied by JJ Hospital students. With the new JJ Hospital hostel still four to five years away, resident doctors fear eviction amid an existing shortage of rooms

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation plans to install 200 AI-enabled cameras across the city to monitor garbage accumulation, litter-prone areas and waste collection operations. The initiative will use a centralised command centre to improve accountability and help the civic body maintain its India's cleanest city ranking

A late-night fire gutted the Nature's Basket store in Oshiwara on Thursday, destroying most of its inventory. The blaze took nearly four hours to extinguish, with no injuries reported. Around 40 employees have been shifted to other outlets as the store assesses the damage

A CREA review of 184 health studies spanning over 40 years has found that 164 studies reported at least one adverse health association with air pollution. The findings link poor air quality to respiratory, cardiovascular, mental, metabolic and pregnancy-related complications, highlighting the need for stricter pollution standards

The Maharashtra government-appointed Commission of Inquiry probing alleged irregularities in nine MPSC examinations has extended the deadline for submitting affidavits from November 16 to November 23. Candidates and others with relevant information can now submit statements and supporting documents

A dispute over a Chinese food bill at a Chembur eatery escalated into violent clashes between two rival groups in Govandi on November 12. Police registered two cases involving assault, robbery, vehicle vandalism and attempt to murder. Seven of the nine accused have been arrested

Maharashtra orders an immediate stop to all ongoing constructions lacking mandatory military clearances, leaving thousands of homeowners stranded

India needs to increase annual electric bus registrations nearly 12 times to meet its 2030 target, according to ITDP India. Meanwhile, Mumbai's BEST Undertaking is inducting 1,500 electric midi buses, primarily for Metro feeder services and last-mile connectivity