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Kangana Ranaut booked over social media posts on Gandhi family; FIR registered

The FIR has been registered under Sections 196, 353 and 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deal with promoting enmity, statements capable of causing public mischief and defamation, respectively.

14 Nov 2026 8:59 am
India records $90 bn exports in Oct, on track for $1 trillion target: Piyush Goyal

India records $90 bn exports in Oct, on track for $1 trillion target: Piyush Goyal

14 Nov 2026 8:55 am
Mahanadi Coalfields IPO may open next week, issue size pegged at Rs 10,000 crore

Mahanadi Coalfields, a subsidiary of Coal India, is set to launch its initial public offering next week. The IPO will open on November 19 and close on November 23, with an expected size of

14 Nov 2026 8:40 am
Two oil tankers explode, catch fire after hitting naval mines near Hormuz: Iran's IRGC Navy

Two oil tankers exploded and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after striking naval mines. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps reported the vessels had turned off their radar and positioning systems. This incident raises tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel in the strategic waterway. The IRGC also claimed responsibility for targeting a US radar installation in Bahrain.

14 Nov 2026 8:39 am
General insurers clock 10.5% premium growth in October

General insurance companies in India saw a 10.5% increase in gross direct premium income in October. Standalone health insurers also reported significant growth, outperforming general insurers in several areas. HDFC ERGO and SBI General led the performance among private insurers with impressive increases in premium income. Public sector insurers like National Insurance also experienced growth, though some faced declines.

14 Nov 2026 8:31 am
Musk endorses purported move to reinstate Jensen Huang at Nvidia

Elon Musk has publicly endorsed a petition to reinstate Jensen Huang as CEO of Nvidia. Huang recently resigned amid controversy regarding his alleged extramarital relationships. These relationships have included a woman who is suspected of having ties to Chinese intelligence services. Musk's support joins that of other prominent figures advocating for Huang's return. The situation raises significant questions about Huang's leadership and personal conduct at Nvidia.

14 Nov 2026 8:31 am
FAA flight ground stop disrupts NBA, NHL and college football travel this weekend

FAA flights grounded due to communications issues, affecting multiple sports teams nationwide. College football teams faced delays, with some opting to travel by bus rather than wait for flights. Professional basketball and hockey teams also scrambled to alter travel plans ahead of their scheduled games. Many teams were forced to seek accommodations, with uncertainty lingering about flight availability.

14 Nov 2026 8:29 am
Drone activity over US base in Britain prompts security response, US military says

Unauthorized drone activity at RAF Lakenheath resulted in a security response by US Air Force personnel. The incident was resolved without impacting personnel or aircraft according to US and UK defense officials. Recently, other US bases in the UK faced similar threats, prompting a heightened alert status. Earlier incidents involved suspicious vehicles near RAF Fairford, leading to arrests linked to a potential attack.

14 Nov 2026 8:23 am
Trump official seeks $50 billion for air traffic control after outage

FAA flights grounded: After a nationwide groundstop halted thousands of flights, the Trump administration increased its air traffic control funding request. The official request has risen from $30.1 billion to $50 billion due to ongoing issues. Funding aims to modernize aging airports and enhance air traffic systems across the United States. Major airlines have shown support for this funding request during this critical safety period.

14 Nov 2026 8:22 am
HUDCO, PFC, others raise over Rs 10,000 crore via bond sales

The corporate bond market in Mumbai was abuzz with activity on Friday, pulling in an impressive

14 Nov 2026 8:21 am
Democratic senators order Musk to preserve records over Ukraine Starlink access: Report

Democratic senators have urged Elon Musk to maintain records pertaining to SpaceX's restrictions on services in Ukraine. These services are crucial for Ukraine's military communication and operations amid ongoing conflicts. The restrictions raised questions about SpaceX's influence on national security communications and decision-making processes. Reports indicated that the service limitations originated within the White House but were later disputed by officials.

14 Nov 2026 8:16 am
Softbank further trims India exposure, offloads Meesho shares worth Rs 1,885 cr

In the latest transaction, SVF II Meerkat (DE) LLC, an affiliate of SoftBank, offloaded 7.64 crore shares in Bengaluru-based Meesho, according to the block deal data on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

14 Nov 2026 8:15 am
OpenAI, Google, Anthropic hit with lawsuit to halt AI development

A group of nonprofits has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, Anthropic, and other tech companies. They seek to prevent further development of advanced AI models citing potential harm to humanity. Company leaders have raised concerns about the dangers associated with artificial intelligence technologies. The lawsuit relies on California's laws regarding unfair business practices for its basis. If successful, this could significantly impact the future of AI development in these companies.

14 Nov 2026 8:14 am
Trump is taking Elon Musk on his Asia trip, but he plans to avoid talking about Nvidia scandal

US President Donald Trump will travel to the Philippines and China with Elon Musk for important diplomatic meetings. In Manila, he intends to sign a trade deal with Thailand and meet with Southeast Asian leaders. Trump's agenda includes discussions about trade measures and export controls related to advanced computer chips. A trilateral meeting with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin is also scheduled during this trip.

14 Nov 2026 8:02 am
Can markets extend gains amid rising crude and rate hike fears?

The Indian stock indices experienced a retreat as increasing crude oil costs negatively impacted market sentiment. Retail inflation hit 6.09% in October, breaching the tolerance threshold set by the Reserve Bank of India. This spike raised alarms about possible future rate adjustments. Sectors like realty, auto, and cement faced considerable selling activity due to these economic dynamics. However, the benchmarks concluded the week with minor gains.

14 Nov 2026 8:00 am
Tanker hits a river cruise boat on the Mississippi River in New Orleans, rescue underway

A tanker struck the American Heritage paddleboat while it was docked on the Mississippi River in New Orleans. The collision caused the paddleboat to partially submerge, with 129 passengers aboard at the time. Rescuers, including nearby workers and police, promptly responded to assist those in distress. At least 32 individuals required hospitalization, though none suffered critical injuries.

14 Nov 2026 7:55 am
Can Indian IT stocks regain momentum as AI-led disruption reshapes the sector?

The Indian IT sector has seen a rollercoaster of activity, where mid-sized companies have outperformed their larger peers recently. Increased deal bookings are promising, yet slow revenue growth due to client indecision lingers. The emergence of AI technology brings both new possibilities and pricing pressures for classic services. To sustain their margins in this shifting landscape, companies are honing their operational efficiency.

14 Nov 2026 7:43 am
US Transportation Department says air traffic system gave inconsistent data prompting shutdown

FAA flights grounded reason: US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy reported that an overloaded air traffic control communications system led to a nationwide groundstop. This issue resulted in more than 10,000 flights being cancelled and delayed across the country. The system experienced inconsistent data due to overloaded switches and routers, prompting the decision to shut it down. Intermittent communication occurred along with intermittent radar problems which contributed to the disruption.

14 Nov 2026 7:42 am
Trump not expected to raise Alice Huang case with China's Xi, US officials say

Donald Trump is set to meet with Xi Jinping next week during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in China. Recently, Jensen Huang resigned as CEO of Nvidia amid allegations involving Alice Huang and potential national security concerns. The US Justice Department has not concluded any investigation regarding Alice Huang's affiliations with the Chinese government. Trump is not expected to raise the allegations during his meeting with Xi.

14 Nov 2026 7:36 am
Airlines issue advisories amid FAA ground stop

Airlines including Air Canada and American Airlines issued passenger advisories after a nationwide ground stop imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) disrupted flight operations across the United States, triggering cancellations and departure delays.Air Canada cancelled all flights to and from the US for the remainder of the evening, warning that services between Canada, the Caribbean and South America that transit US airspace could also be affected.Also Read: US flights remain sus

14 Nov 2026 7:00 am
Anthropic CEO sells investors on safety, 'no jerks' culture

Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei pitched investors on safety and a strict hiring culture on Friday, days before the AI company's stock market debut. Nvidia, the chip giant at the center of the AI buildout and an Anthropic investor, has been rocked by the resignation of chief executive Jensen Huang after he admitted to an affair with a woman US intelligence reportedly believes was a Chinese spy.

14 Nov 2026 6:45 am
Rubio acknowledges in wake of GOP midterm losses that 'people are struggling' economically

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged the economic struggles faced by Americans during his speech to conservatives. He emphasized that economic health should be measured by people's ability to afford necessities, rather than stock market performance. Rubio defended controversial decisions made during the Trump administration regarding foreign policy and claimed international law has been weaponized against U.S. actions.

14 Nov 2026 6:38 am
SpaceX launches 15th Starship flight with hopes of achieving first round trip

SpaceX successfully launched its Starship spacecraft on a mission that aimed for both orbit and return. Unfortunately, the lower-stage Super Heavy booster rocket failed to complete its return flight. Starship's upper-stage vessel reached orbit and deployed 26 satellites into space. This launch marks SpaceX's 15th Starship test flight, contributing to their satellite connectivity business. The company hopes to achieve a fully reusable rocket system for future missions.

14 Nov 2026 6:32 am
Ex-Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang misled top lawyer on affair with Chinese businesswoman

Jensen Huang, who resigned as CEO of Nvidia following revelations about his affair with Alice Huang, misled company leaders regarding the nature of their relationship, which raised concerns. Internal communications revealed that Huang had described their interactions as standard business dealings. An investigation was launched by Nvidia's board after media reports surfaced about the affair. Nvidia's stock has significantly declined since the news broke, causing losses of over $1.8 trillion.

14 Nov 2026 6:16 am
FAA Ground Stop nationwide reason: Why are all flights across U.S grounded first time since 9/11-September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks? United Airlines, American Airlines say when will operations resume

FAA Ground Stop: This is the first nationwide ground stop since January 2023 when a key FAA computer system malfunctioned. Before that the last time had been after the September 11, 2001 attacks.

14 Nov 2026 5:09 am
US Stock Market today: S&P 500, Nasdaq fall ahead of Nvidia earnings report, Anthropic IPO. List of Wall Street stocks that rise on Friday

S&P 500, Nasdaq's losses came ahead of AI company Anthropic's much-anticipated IPO next week. Nvidia is scheduled to announce earnings report on next Tuesday, November 17.

14 Nov 2026 4:18 am
Strait of Hormuz, Iran-US war: Situation worsens as oil tankers explode, US military says it intercepted Iranian drones, IRGC claims it struck American radar

Iran US War: UN's International Maritime Organization said 25 seafarers died and many others were injured or remain missing following some 134 incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Middle East maritime area as of November 11.

14 Nov 2026 3:35 am
Why Bitcoin price today crashed to $68,000? ETF outflows, weak buying demand and $856 million in liquidations fuel selloff - can BTC USD rebound to $90,000?

Bitcoin price crash today: Bitcoin price has dropped to nearly $68,000, its lowest level since August, as more than $856 million in crypto positions were liquidated. ETF outflows and weak demand have added to the pressure, while Anthropic's upcoming IPO raises questions about investor interest in BTC USD and its chances of recovering to $90,000.

14 Nov 2026 3:27 am
Techie reveals how he managed to land Rs 35 LPA job after 1.5 years of job hunt and 500+ rejections: I know how

A software expert shared his story on the Developers India subreddit, explaining how, after months of failed attempts, he was able to eventually turn things around. He disclosed that he currently works as a software developer and has three years of industry experience, earning 22 lakh annually.

14 Nov 2026 3:13 am
Fed officials signal further rate hikes as inflation remains elevated

Federal Reserve officials are signaling further interest-rate increases to combat persistent inflation pressures in the economy. San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly expressed concerns about services inflation and its implications for future policy. Both Boston Fed President Susan Collins and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan emphasized the need for tighter monetary policies. They indicated the possibility of upcoming rate hikes to achieve price stability and mitigate inflation.

14 Nov 2026 2:39 am
Rene Haas to take over Jensen Huang role at Nvidia? All about Arm Holdings CEO, ex-Vice President of Nvidia

Rene Haas has 35 years of experience in semiconductors and systems. Jensen Huang stepped down on Thursday after revelations of extramarital affairs, including one involving a suspected Chinese spy.

14 Nov 2026 2:30 am
HPE CEO Antonio Neri reveals what employees should do to get promoted: His career advice for getting ahead at work

Career growth tips: HPE CEO Antonio Neri shares career advice for employees hoping to get promoted, stressing the importance of keeping promises, communicating ambitions and taking responsibility for professional growth. His recommendations come as a 2026 study finds that only 40% of US employees have quality jobs, highlighting gaps in workplace development opportunities.

14 Nov 2026 2:20 am
Social Security could have lasted until 2059, so where did $10.8 trillion go? AARP reveals the income shift behind its 2034 funding crisis

Social Security's funding crisis may have arrived decades earlier because a smaller share of American income is subject to payroll taxes. AARP estimates the programme could have paid full benefits until 2059 if taxable wages had maintained their 1980s share of the economy. The actual trust fund depletion projections remain 2032 and 2034.

14 Nov 2026 2:13 am
Miss Universe visa controversy: Zambia, Republic of Congo crown winners fail to secure visa, contestants from other countries wait for Puerto Rico pageant event

United States has imposed sweeping travel restrictions affecting dozens of countries, many of them in Africa, under proclamations issued during Donald Trumps second administration.

14 Nov 2026 2:09 am
GTA 6 Online release window: Multiplayer could be launched in late 2027

GTA 6 online could launch in 2027, media reports said citing industry insiders. Rockstar Games have not officially confirmed any multiplayer launch window for Grand Theft Auto VI. The multiplayer may be launched a year after the base game, a Bloomberg video said. This is unconfirmed. A PlayStation database discovery has also suggested that there could be some multiplayer development.

14 Nov 2026 1:46 am
Australia cricket captain Pat Cummins describes Khawaja's Sandpapergate claim as 'utter nonsense'

Australia captain Pat Cummins strongly refuted Usman Khawaja's claims regarding widespread knowledge of the Sandpapergate incident. Cummins held a news conference addressing these allegations and insisted he was unaware of the ball-tampering plot. David Warner expressed disappointment in Cummins' comments and supported Khawaja's perspective on the investigation. The management and coaching staff have undergone significant changes since the scandal occurred in 2018.

14 Nov 2026 1:28 am
Alice Huangs unusual Megaspeed exit draws attention Amid Nvidia China chip controversy: She got one share for just one Singapore dollar on the day she left

Alice Huang received one Megaspeed share for just S$1 on the day she stepped down as managing director in 2023. The corporate filing has drawn attention as the Singapore-based firm faces scrutiny over alleged $7.5 billion Nvidia chip shipments to China, its financial growth and Huang's reported relationship with Jensen Huang.

14 Nov 2026 1:25 am
Indias day of wreckoning

New Zealand dominated the fourth ODI against India, winning by 244 runs and staying alive in the series. Will Young scored a century, while Matt Henry took six wickets to dismiss India for 89 runs. India faced a terrible start, losing three key wickets in the first over, resulting in a challenging chase. Henry's exceptional bowling performance highlighted India's struggle, leading to their sixth-lowest ODI total.

14 Nov 2026 1:21 am
IRS 2027 tax changes: Millions of Americans could pay less tax as standard deductions rise, income brackets widen and child credits get bigger

The IRS has raised the standard deduction, widened federal income tax brackets and increased key family tax credits for 2027. The changes, announced on November 5, cover nearly 70 provisions of the federal tax code. The standard deduction for single filers will rise to $16,600, while married couples filing jointly will get $33,200. The Child Tax Credit will also increase to $2,300 per qualifying child.

14 Nov 2026 1:14 am
United get their man

Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new head coach of Manchester United following disappointing league results. The club decided to hire him after Michael Carrick was relieved of his duties. Pochettino, who previously managed Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain, was the only candidate directly approached by United. He left a positive impression on the club during previous considerations for the role.

14 Nov 2026 1:13 am
Why Indians behave better at sacred sites

The tranquil and indescribably beautiful environs of Kamarpukur and Joyrambati, the birthplaces of Sri Ramkrishna Paramhansa and Maa Sarada Devi in the verdant plains of West Bengal, are truly balms for the soul. Green-gold vistas of ripening rice fields criss-crossed by a myriad of small rivers and dotted with distant sleepy hamlets greeted the eye as a friend and I headed there from Kolkata. And the early morning autumn sun cast a golden, almost divine glow.It was a world away from the polluti

14 Nov 2026 12:49 am
Yemen govt forces fortify Aden defences as Houthis advance

Yemen's internationally recognized government is reinforcing its military positions around Aden against advancing Houthi forces. The recent conflict has escalated since a truce ended in July, leading to increased military actions. Houthi fighters have captured strategic areas in the Al-Madaribah wal Ara district, complicating government operations. The Houthis also maintain control over the Red Sea coast, impacting government access to vital routes.

14 Nov 2026 12:49 am
SpaceX to attempt first Starship spacecraft recovery on land in 15th flight

SpaceX plans to launch its Starship rocket for the 15th time to test spacecraft recovery. The mission will attempt to catch the spacecraft at the Texas launch site rather than discarding it at sea. Elon Musk envisions regular Starship launches to expand the Starlink satellite network and future AI capabilities. NASA has provided significant funding for the Starship project under the Artemis moon program.

14 Nov 2026 12:42 am
Sagittarius season horoscope: 3 zodiac signs could get a lucky break before November 22 where might it come from?

Three zodiac signs could find an opening they might normally pass up in the week ending November 22. Jupiter in Leo and the start of Sagittarius season set the backdrop for a horoscope about trying something different. A lucky break might begin with an invitation, an idea worth testing or a change to the usual routine.

14 Nov 2026 12:40 am