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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

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

Nearly eight years after construction began, Mumbai Metro's Green Line 4 and Pink Line 6 remain unfinished amid land acquisition hurdles, depot issues and deadline extensions. While both corridors await passenger services, Orange Line 5 is progressing faster, with trial runs underway on its first phase

Mumbai's iconic 52-year-old Amarsons store in Breach Candy has reopened just 12 days after a Level-1 fire gutted its premises on October 20. While renovation work remains pending, the store is welcoming customers again, with longtime patrons celebrating the return of a South Mumbai landmark

Fifty days after IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode was found dead on campus, his parents continue their protest at Azad Maidan, demanding justice and complete CCTV footage. They have announced plans to protest at the institute, while IIT-B has outlined several student welfare and campus reform initiatives

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The passenger vehicle was travelling from Golaghat to Nagaon, while the container truck was headed towards Upper Assam, police said. PM Modi has announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those killed and Rs 50,000 for the injured

The lottery is part of CIDCO's My Preferred CIDCO Home scheme, launched under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) 1.0. The lottery for applicants in the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category has already been conducted

Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir defended the right-handed batsman by saying that the management is looking to provide as many opportunities as possible

The services will include four trips between LTT and Chhapra and two trips between Khadki and Khatipura. The railway has announced the schedules, halts and coach compositions for the special trains

The railway zone recorded an increase of around two lakh passengers compared to the corresponding festive period last year, according to a press release issued by Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Vineet Abhishek on Friday

Gondia recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 12 degrees Celsius, 4.1 degrees below normal, according to the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) daily bulletin

According to the civic body, the Nerul ward office had received multiple complaints that the structures were hindering vehicular movement and making it difficult for pedestrians to pass through the area

Actor Bobby Deol and filmmaker Prakash Jha celebrated the successful wrap-up of the much-awaited Aashram Season 4.The entire cast and crew of the upcoming season marked the milestone moment with a cake-cutting ceremony.

The Maharashtra Government appointed the commission to conduct a detailed inquiry into allegations of malpractice in examinations conducted by the MPSC. The inquiry covers alleged irregularities, including question paper leaks and answer key leaks, in nine competitive examinations

Actor Ram Charan offered prayers at Shirdi Sai Baba's shrines. The RRR actor recalled his childhood visits to the holy place and also expressed his happiness at finally fulfilling his wish for Baba's darshan

The transport minister said the selection of candidates through external agencies must strictly follow the eligibility criteria prescribed by the corporation. He also instructed the administration to ensure that no candidate is misled or defrauded during the recruitment process

According to the police, Dwivedi allegedly operated through a firm named Guru Builders and Developers. He had promised to construct a building in Sector 24, Ulwe, and provide rooms at comparatively cheaper rates

US lawmakers have summoned former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to face questions in December amid a controversy involving a suspected Chinese spy. The allegations have raised national security concerns and intensified scrutiny of the AI chip giant

At Thane station, the upgraded facilities are located on Platform No. 2 at the Kalyan end. The ladies' toilet block has four units, including three Indian-style toilets and one Western-style toilet. One unit is designated for persons with disabilities

According to the latest status displayed on the forest clearance portal, the proposal submitted by the Ministry of Railways for diversion of forest land and mangroves in connection with the Juchandra yard remodelling and Vasai Road bypass double-line project has been marked Delisted by System

The Jumbo Block will be undertaken on the UP Fast line from 11:55 pm on November 14 to 2:55 am on November 15. On the DOWN Fast line, the block will be in effect from 1:30 am to 4:30 am on November 15

Developed at an investment of Rs. 330 crore, the terminal marks a significant milestone in strengthening Karnataka's energy infrastructure, enhancing fuel supply reliability and supporting the region's growing economic and industrial needs

In a travel advisory, the airlines said passengers holding confirmed bookings issued on or before November 10 (Tuesday), with travel dates falling within the affected periods, could opt for complimentary rescheduling, subject to availability, or seek a full refund upon cancellation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that measures taken by his government over the past decade to strengthen India's energy security helped the country navigate the crisis arising from the war in the Middle East.

More than 22 vehicles were damaged and several passengers injured after a speeding truck rammed into a queue of stationary vehicles on the Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra's Buldhana district on Friday morning. Seven to eight vehicles were reportedly wrecked

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that a new Vande Bharat Express service between Mangalore and Bengaluru will begin on Saturday, connecting Karnataka's coastal region with its state capital

IndiGo and Air India have issued passenger advisories amid a global Microsoft service disruption. While IndiGo reported disruptions to its email support services, Air India confirmed that flight operations and customer communication channels remain unaffected after temporarily rerouting incoming emails

SpiceJet cancelled four Dubai flights after ground handler Dnata suspended check-in services over unpaid dues exceeding 14 million dirhams. Delhi airport has also warned passengers of possible disruptions amid the airline's financial difficulties and ongoing operational challenges

Microsoft has admitted that its fixes are not working as expected as a major global outage disrupts Microsoft 365 services on November 13. Outlook, Exchange Online, Copilot and several other platforms are affected, while Teams' core calling, meeting and messaging features remain largely operational

Pimpri Chinchwad civic body orders free flats for kin of eight workers killed in Moshi landfill accident. Families to get homes in Yashwantnagar SRA project; legal heirs of ninth worker to receive flat after completing documentation

The Indian Navy and Royal Navy of Oman conducted the 15th edition of bilateral maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr to strengthen operational interoperability and maritime cooperation. INS Surat and Omani vessel Al-Muazzar participated in joint sea operations, VBSS drills and cross-deck activities

He added that the introduction of modern technology such as Digi Yatra for passenger convenience at airports has reduced entry time from 90 seconds to 20 seconds.