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Labour unrest hits Bangladesh garment industry as 13 factories shut indefinitely

Fresh labour protests in Bangladesh have led to the indefinite closure of 13 garment factories, with five others declaring a holiday. Workers are demanding a minimum monthly wage of 30,000 taka, while police have used tear gas and sound grenades to disperse demonstrators

15 Nov 2026 7:40 pm
Ajit Pawar death probe: Rohit Pawar appeals to Amit Shah for CBI investigation

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has urged Amit Shah to announce a CBI probe into Ajit Pawar's death and name Pune Ring Road after him

15 Nov 2026 6:51 pm
Jordan court sentences three men to death over deadly church shooting

A Jordanian court sentenced three men to death for a church shooting in Karak that killed nine people and injured 25. The verdict comes as Jordan's Christian community cancels Christmas celebrations to mourn the victims and stand in solidarity with their families

15 Nov 2026 6:34 pm
Empty Vande Bharat train covers 463 km journey with faulty brakes

An empty Vande Bharat rake travelled 463 km from Hatia in Jharkhand to Uttar Pradesh despite ineffective coach brakes. South Eastern Railway has ordered a probe after staff allegedly ignored repeated warnings from loco pilots about the braking failure

15 Nov 2026 5:47 pm
Pune family's car collides with lorry in Belagavi; 3 killed, 3 injured

According to the police, the accident occurred when the family was travelling from Pune, Maharashtra, to the Savadatti Yellamma temple. Their car collided with an oncoming lorry travelling from Yaragatti towards Gokak. The impact was so severe that the car was reduced to a mangled heap of metal

15 Nov 2026 5:14 pm
Telangana BJP chief accuses Rahul Gandhi of insulting India's democracy

Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao criticised Rahul Gandhi's claim that India is no longer a democracy and demanded an apology. Rao invoked the Emergency imposed during Congress rule and questioned foreign delegates' comments at the Bharat Summit over India's internal affairs

15 Nov 2026 5:01 pm
Kerala: Two Nigerian nationals and Nagaland woman arrested in MDMA seizure case

Two Nigerian nationals and a woman from Nagaland were arrested in Tiruppur over an alleged link to a 34.990-gram MDMA seizure in Kerala's Kaipamangalam. Police traced the trio following the interrogation of two men arrested in the case on November 12

15 Nov 2026 2:29 pm
Copa Airlines plane collides with UPS cargo plane at Miami airport, two injured

Two people sustained minor injuries after a Copa Airlines passenger jet collided with a UPS cargo plane at Miami airport. The incident came amid widespread US flight disruptions, with thousands of cancellations and delays following an FAA communications system failure

15 Nov 2026 2:28 pm
Tribal heroes ignored in history books, Modi brought them into focus: Fadnavis

Fadnavis thanked Modi for initiating Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas in 2021 to honour tribal freedom fighters and recognise their contribution to India's history

15 Nov 2026 2:19 pm
Punjab records 5,835 stubble burning cases; Patiala tops districts

The report, covering data up to Saturday, stated that field-level inspections were conducted at 5,539 locations across the state, confirming crop residue burning at 2,442 sites

15 Nov 2026 2:04 pm
Air India restores non-stop New York flights from Delhi, Mumbai

According to the airline, journeys that had taken around 22 hours because of en-route refuelling stops can now be completed in approximately 17 hours

15 Nov 2026 1:44 pm
Bahrain sounds alarm sirens as IRGC claim attack on US base

Explosions and air raid sirens were reported across Bahrain as authorities urged residents to seek shelter. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for a drone attack targeting a US radar system at a military base, escalating tensions in the Gulf region

15 Nov 2026 1:37 pm
Pune-Guwahati IndiGo flight makes emergency landing after technical glitch

According to a statement issued by the airport authorities, the pilot informed Air Traffic Control (ATC) that the aircraft's landing gear, or undercarriage, had failed to retract and remained in the extended position

15 Nov 2026 12:24 pm
Pune poll officials file complaint over attempt to shift 40 Bhosari voters

Following the complaint, police registered a non-cognisable offence against unidentified persons, while election authorities said the voters' names had been restored to the Bhosari electoral roll

15 Nov 2026 11:18 am
Netanyahu urges unity government, warns Iran is reviving nuclear programme

In a prerecorded address on Saturday (local time), Netanyahu urged his political rival Gadi Eisenkot, who has been tasked with forming Israel's next government, to enter coalition negotiations without preconditions

15 Nov 2026 11:13 am
SpaceX Starship completes 15th flight test with first-ever tower catch

The giant rocket lifted off from SpaceX's Starbase facility in the US state of Texas on Friday afternoon. After about 22 and a half hours, the spacecraft returned to the launch site at about 3:20 p.m. Central Time on Saturday

15 Nov 2026 11:11 am
Pakistan to send minister Musadik Malik to SCO forum in Delhi

The development comes a day after Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that he was hopeful that Pakistan will also attend the event to be held here from November 20-22

15 Nov 2026 11:10 am
'More important than a heart': Albanese's hot-mic exchange grabs attention

The conversation between the two leaders, captured on camera during a break at the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31), revolved around the possible health effects of keeping mobile phones in different pockets

15 Nov 2026 11:08 am
Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu dies at 80; industry pays tribute

Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu passed away at the age of 83. His demise has left the Telugu industry grieving the loss of an actor, with Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan and others sharing emotional tributes to him on social media.

15 Nov 2026 9:30 am
South Carolina church opens memorial honouring members killed in shooting

The grand-daughter of one of the victims, Alana Grant, entered the basement of the oldest African Methodist Episcopal Church in the American south, the place where her grandfather, the Rev. Daniel Lee Simmons, attended his final Bible study

15 Nov 2026 8:06 am
US asks Ukraine to give up parts of Donbas in exchange for NATO membership

Zelenskyy also said the United States had asked for the first time whether Ukraine would withdraw from parts of the Donbas region in eastern Ukraine that Russia does not control if Kyiv were admitted to NATO

15 Nov 2026 8:04 am
US flight chaos: Over 15,000 flights delayed, 4,000 cancelled nationwide

Trump administration officials said new technology being added to the nations air traffic control system overloaded antiquated equipment and caused intermittent communications and radar gaps, leading to the flight shutdown of more than four hours

15 Nov 2026 8:01 am
India targets 900 GW clean energy capacity by 2035, nearly doubling its goal

The worlds most populous country and one of the biggest carbon polluters is also among the fastest to expand clean power. Accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels is a key goal of this years climate talks, known as COP31, in Turkey

15 Nov 2026 8:00 am
Kapil Sibal challenges Yogi to prove 1.27 crore Hindu voter deletions

Kapil Sibal asks UP CM Yogi Adityanath to disclose the names and constituencies of 1.27 crore Hindu voters allegedly removed from electoral rolls

15 Nov 2026 7:58 am
China border has become 'more alive', says External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

Jaishankar says India needs a greater and sustained troop commitment along the China border as the frontier becomes increasingly active

15 Nov 2026 7:56 am
Mumbai Diary: Sunday Dossier

The city - sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce

15 Nov 2026 7:31 am
Pune: FDA suspends licences of Hotel Vaishali, Roopali over hygiene lapses

In another serious lapse, raw chopped vegetables were found stored directly above ready-to-eat food items, creating a risk of cross-contamination.

15 Nov 2026 7:30 am
Thane, Kalyan railway stations get upgraded toilets for commuters

Railway officials said the upgraded facilities have received positive feedback and that the arrangement is intended to address recurring maintenance complaints

15 Nov 2026 7:26 am
Thane man held with two country-made pistols, 19 live cartridges in Mumbai

While police managed to apprehend one of the suspects, the other three escaped under the cover of darkness following a scuffle with the team

15 Nov 2026 7:21 am
Shivaji Maharaj's wagh nakh goes on display at Mumbai museum

The historic wagh nakh (tiger claws), a weapon used by the Maratha king to kill Afzal Khan, has arrived in Mumbai and has been on display at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya since Saturday

15 Nov 2026 7:17 am
Tiffin on the tarmac

He said, We are proud Indians, you will find us in every corner of the airports it is our aim to take India to the west, via our cuisine and our culture from dishes to dance.

15 Nov 2026 7:10 am
Weekly horoscope: Check astrological predictions for all zodiac signs

Horoscope today - Wondering what's in store for you today? Well, we have you covered. Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces

15 Nov 2026 3:01 am
20-year-old arrested for alleged recce of Chabad House, other sensitive sites

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

14 Nov 2026 11:00 pm
BJP's Sunil Sharma flags security lapses after killing of two SPOs in Kishtwar

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

14 Nov 2026 10:36 pm
Nashik-Pune railway project: 60-day deadline over, committee's study incomplete

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

14 Nov 2026 10:25 pm
Chirag Paswan, Prashant Kishor criticise Raj Thackeray over Chhath remarks

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

14 Nov 2026 10:10 pm
Mumbai: CNG price rises to Rs 91.50 per kg amid West Asia crisis

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

14 Nov 2026 9:53 pm
Diwali holiday rush triggers massive traffic jams on Mumbai-Pune Expressway

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

14 Nov 2026 9:19 pm
Rise and Fall 2: Shehzad Poonawalla regrets his comments on Priyanka Chahar

Rise and Fall 2 winner Shehzad Poonawalla opens up about his journey on the show, his clashes with Irina and Swara Bhasker, and his strained equations with Gautam Gulati and Priyanka Chahar. He also reveals what he regrets about his stint

14 Nov 2026 9:01 pm
Four earthquakes jolt Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh within 11 hours

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

14 Nov 2026 9:00 pm
Children's Day 2026: President Murmu meets schoolkids at Rashtrapati Bhavan

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

14 Nov 2026 8:57 pm
Ratnagiri records Maharashtras highest temperature for second day in a row

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

14 Nov 2026 8:23 pm
Pakistani minister Musadik Malik to visit India for SCO Civilisational Dialogue

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.

14 Nov 2026 8:03 pm
'India-US trade deal nearing finish line': Jaishankar

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

14 Nov 2026 7:27 pm
From banned gutkha to unsafe supplements: FDA seizes products worth Rs 1.9 cr

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

14 Nov 2026 7:06 pm
Suryakumar Yadav's fiery 60-run knock helps Mumbai defeat Hyderabad

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav smashed an unbeaten 60 runs off just 21 deliveries. His knock was laced with six boundaries and five maximums

14 Nov 2026 6:52 pm
Chhath Puja 2026: Devotees observe Kharna, begin 36-hour waterless fast

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

14 Nov 2026 6:24 pm
KWK 9: Ananya Panday calls exes Aditya Roy Kapur, Ishaan Khatter, Kartik Aaryan

The KWK 9 promo features Ananya Panday, Ananya Birla and Shanaya Kapoor. Ananya calls Aditya Roy Kapur, Ishaan Khatter and Kartik Aaryan, while she and Shanaya confess their admiration for Ranveer Singh

14 Nov 2026 5:46 pm
IND vs NZ Tests: Gurnoor Brar added to India's squad ahead of series

Ahead of the series, pacer Gurnoor Brar has been added to India's squad and star spinner Kuldeep Yadav was released to play domestic cricket. With Brar being included in the Test squad, he will not be available for the fifth ODI match against the Black Caps

14 Nov 2026 5:33 pm
Roads near Ballard Pier, NCPA to face curbs for VVIP visit from November 1619

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

14 Nov 2026 5:27 pm