DHAKA, Bangladesh, November 13, 2025 (AP) Classes and transportation in Bangladesh were seriously disrupted Thursday as ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her former ruling Awami League party called for a nationwide lockdown in protest against her trial over last years protests that left hundreds dead. Hasina faces charges of crimes against humanity involving a crackdown on the student-led uprising that ended her 15-year rule in August 2024. She has been in exile in India since then and ha

Patna (Bihar) [India], November 13 (ANI): Ahead of the counting of votes for the Bihar Assembly elections set to happen on November 14, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav held an online meeting with the partys candidates, party office bearers at the district level, having in-depth discussion was held on guidelines related to vote counting and preparations for the counting process. Repeating allegation of alleged electoral malpractice, the RJD leader said that the party, along with

KYIV, Ukraine, November 13, 2025 (AP) As Russias renewed attacks on Ukraines energy infrastructure cause rolling blackouts ahead of winter, a major embezzlement and kickbacks scandal involving the state-owned nuclear power company has put top officials under scrutiny. Its fast becoming one of the most significant government crises since Moscows full-scale invasion, with media reports implicating a close associate of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Responding to a public backlash, Zelenskyy calle

MUMBAI, Nov 13 (Reuters) The Indian rupee slipped on Thursday, weighed down by persistent corporate hedging demand but intermittent dollar sales by state-run banks kept the currency above its record low, echoing price action over recent weeks. The rupee was hovering near 88.70 as of 11:20 a.m. IST, down modestly from its close at 88.63 on Wednesday. The currency had touched an all-time low of 88.80 on September 30. Frequent market interventions by the Reserve Bank of India have solidified 88.80

People with a history of heart attack could protect themselves from future to take Vitamin D daily. A study at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City, Utah, discovered that supplementing with vitamin D3 can significantly reduce the risk of a second heart attack in those who have already suffered one. In a large, randomized clinical trial, researchers monitored patients blood levels for vitamin D, while adjusting doses to achieve optimal levels, according to a press release. They found that treat

Patna, Nov 12 (PTI) As the counting day draws near in Bihar after a fiercely contested campaign followed by a record voter turnout in the assembly polls, both the BJP-led NDA and the INDIA bloc have expressed confidence in their prospects, with the ruling alliance interpreting the high polling as a renewed mandate for good governance, and the Opposition terming it as a clear sign of the publics desire for a change. The crucial outcome on Friday will make it clear whether Nitish Kumar, the JD(U)

New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) Gold prices rallied by Rs 2,000 to Rs 1,27,900 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday amid firm global trends, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity jumped by Rs 2,000 to Rs 1,27,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Mondays closing of Rs 1,25,300 per 10 grams. The yellow metal has added Rs 3,300 per 10 grams in the last two sessions. In the local bullion market on Monday, gold of 99.9 per cent had se

Mumbai, Nov 12 (PTI) Stock market benchmarks Sensex and Nifty stayed firm for the third consecutive day and ended with sharp gains on Wednesday, buoyed by massive buying in IT and consumer durables shares amid a rally in global equities markets. Traders said optimism over the anticipated resolution of the US government shutdown and growing expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve also bolstered the sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex rallied 595.19 points, or 0.71 per cent, to se

New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked the Delhi University to reply to pleas seeking condonation of delay in filing appeals challenging an order relating to disclosure of details of Prime Minister Narendra Modis bachelors degree. A bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela granted three weeks to the varsity to file its objection to the pleas. The bench was informed that there was a delay in filing the appeals challenging the single ju

New York, Nov 12 (PTI) US President Donald Trump appeared to defend the H-1B visa programme, saying America has to bring in talent from around the world as it does not have certain talents in the country. I agree but you also do have to bring in talent, Trump said, responding to a question in an interview with Laura Ingraham on Fox News on whether the H-1B visa issue will not be a big priority for his administration and if one wants to raise wages for American workers, the country cannot be floo

Mumbai, Nov 12 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices in stock markets Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Wednesday driven by buying in blue-chips Reliance Industries, Infosys and Bharti Airtel amid firm global cues. Besides, traders said that optimism over an impending India-US trade deal also supported the investors sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex benchmark increased by 464.66 points, or 0.55 per cent, to 84,335.98 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty appreciated by 134.70 points, or 0.52

WASHINGTON, November 12, 2025 (AP) The US Supreme Court on Tuesday extended an order blocking full SNAP payments, amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume. The order keeps in place at least for a few more days a chaotic situation. People who depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to feed their families in some states have received their full monthly allocations, while others have received nothing. The order, which is three sentences

New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) Gold and silver prices rallied in the futures trade on Tuesday tracking firm global trends amid easing concerns over the US government shutdown and growing expectations of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in its December meeting. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery extended the gains for the fourth consecutive day appreciating Rs 725, or 0.58 per cent to Rs 1,24, 695 per 10 grams. Similarly, the February 2026 contract for the yellow

DHAKA, Bangladesh, November 11, 2025 (AP) Islamists in Bangladesh rallied on Tuesday to demand the interim government legalize a national charter proposed after the ouster of the previous regime, saying that there is no possibility of holding a general election without a legally binding roadmap for political reforms. Thousands of supporters of the largest Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami and seven other political parties who gathered in the capital, Dhaka, also demanded that the next election ex

Mumbai, Nov 11 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended on firm footings despite starting on a weak note on Tuesday as investors rushed to grab low-priced bellwether stocks of IT, services and telecom players amid optimism on a US-India trade deal. The 30-share BSE Sensex began the trade on a negative note by declining 411.32 points or 0.49 per cent to 83,124.03. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 125.1 points, or 0.48 per cent to 25,449.25 in the early trade. However, both the indices

Mumbai, Jul 25 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Friday dragged down by Bajaj Finance and persistent foreign fund outflows. A weak trend in Asian markets also dented investors sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 407.45 points to 81,776.72 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 144.3 points to 24,917.80. From the Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance tanked nearly 6 per cent post its June quarter earnings announcement. Bajaj Finserv fell by over 4 per

London, Nov11 (PTI) There are important lessons that democracies in South Asia can learn from each others experiences,former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India Dr S.Y. Quraishi said at the UK launch of his in-depth analysis of the state of democracy in the region. Democracys Heartland: Inside the Battle for Power in South Asia, which followed Quraishis Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) Fellowship at the Kings India Institute, came full circle with its launch

New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday urged the people of Bihar to vote for jobs, education, health, and industry, as well as for the protection of democracy and the Constitution. Her remarks came as voting was underway for 122 constituencies in Bihar in the second and final phase of the high-stakes assembly polls amid tight security arrangements. The polling began at 7 am and will continue till 5 pm. Today is the second and final phase of voting in Bihar. I ap

Chennai, Nov 11 (PTI) The DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance will hold protest across Tamil Nadu on Tuesday to condemn the Election Commission of India for carrying out the SIR in a haste. The month-long exercise to update the electoral rolls will result in the removal of the voters from the minority community, the DMK has said. DMK organisation secretary R S Bharathi had made a representation to the Election Commission on November 10, on behalf of the party, highlighting the practical difficu

New York/Washington, Nov 11 (PTI) The US is pretty close to reaching a fair trade deal with India, President Donald Trump has said, adding that he will lower the tariffs imposed on New Delhi at some point. Were making a deal with India, much different deal than we had in the past. So right now, they dont love me, but theyll love us again, Trump said on Monday. He made the remarks during a ceremony in the Oval Office, where Sergio Gor was sworn in as Americas Ambassador to India by US Vice Presid

WASHINGTON, November 11, 2025 (AP) The US Senate passed legislation Monday to reopen the government, bringing the longest shutdown in history closer to an end as a small group of Democrats ratified a deal with Republicans despite searing criticism from within their party. The 41-day shutdown could last a few more days as members of the House, which has been on recess since mid-September, return to Washington to vote on the legislation. President Donald Trump has signaled support for the bill, s

NEW DELHI, November 11, 2025 (AP) A car explosion near the historic Red Fort in Indias capital on Monday killed eight people and injured at least 19 others, police in New Delhi said. The blast, which triggered a fire that damaged several vehicles parked nearby, took place near one of the gates of the Red Fort metro station, the fire services said. The cause is being investigated. New Delhis international airport, metro stations and government buildings were placed on a high security alert after

New Delhi, Nov 10 (PTI) The Nitish Kumar government in Bihar has destroyed the state by finishing off its education and healthcare systems, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed during an interaction with youngsters. Gandhi put out on X a video on Monday of his recent interaction with a group of Gen Z youngsters and said this generation believes in satya (truth) and ahimsa (non-violence), and will lead India towards a brighter future. The energy of Indias Gen Z gives me hope. This generation beli

Mumbai, Nov 10 (PTI) Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty bounced back on Monday after three straight days of losses following buying in IT and financial shares and a rally in global peers. The 30-share BSE Sensex benchmark climbed 319.07 points, or 0.38 per cent, to close at 83,535.35. In the intraday session, the index rallied 538.21 points, or 0.64 per cent, to hit a high of 83,754.49. The NSE Nifty advanced 82.05 points, or 0.32 per cent, to settle at 25,574.35. During the day, it climbe

New Delhi, Nov 10 (PTI) Gold prices rallied by Rs 1,300 to Rs 1,25,900 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday amid strong global cues and a weak dollar, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity climbed by Rs 1,300 to Rs 1,25,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) against Rs 1,24,000 per 10 grams on Friday. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.9 per cent purity had settled at Rs 1,24,600 per 10 grams in the previous market session. Go

Hamilton, Nov 10 (The Conversation) Reading is a complex cognitive skill that predicts career prospects and social mobility throughout our lifetimes. For newcomers to a country, success often depends on learning to read fluently in a new language. In fact, language proficiency, including reading fluency, has been found to be the most important factor for successful employment and social participation. With record numbers of immigrants settling in Canada and migrating globally, understanding how

Mumbai, Nov 10 (PTI) The rupee fell 4 paise to 88.69 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by the strength of the American currency in the overseas market and elevated crude oil prices. Forex traders said the rupee sentiment remained fragile amid global uncertainty. The US shutdown is providing a counter-intuitive lift to the dollar, with government spending halted, fewer dollars are circulating tightening supply and offering short-term support to the currency, they said.

Mumbai, Nov 10 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Monday after sliding for the past three sessions tracking positive trends in Asian markets and buying in blue-chip stocks. Besides, traders said fresh foreign fund inflows also supported investors sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 267.74 points or 0.32 per cent to 83,484.02 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty advanced 84.90 points or 0.33 per cent to 25,577.20. Among the 30 Sensex firms, Asian

Your alarm goes off. Somehow you manage to get dressed, drag yourself to the gym, and start squatting. But why does it feel so hard? Your legs are heavy and the weight you lifted only a couple of days ago in the afternoon feels almost impossible. No, youre not imagining it. Theres a large body of evidence to suggest most of us are stronger, more powerful, and have better endurance later in the day. There are several reasons exercising can feel much harder first thing in the morning. Heres why,

For millions of individuals managing Type 2 diabetes, every visit to the doctor carries the same concern; What do I do to prevent my heart health risks like heart attack or stroke? A new study presented at the American Heart Associations Scientific Sessions 2025 indicates that a simple, familiar pill may offer some added protection. The researchers examined individuals with Type 2 diabetes and moderate to high cardiovascular risk who took low-dose aspirin and found they had lower rates of heart

MUMBAI, Nov 10 (Reuters) The Indian rupee and government bonds will yet again count on market interventions by the RBI (Reserve Bank of India) this week, to help keep the currency above its record low and protect the benchmark bond from falling sharply. The rupee closed at 88.66 against the U.S. dollar, up 0.1% on the week, supported by multiple dollar-selling interventions by the central bank. Lacklustre foreign portfolio flows, persistent dollar demand from local importers and renewed strengt

LONDON, November 10, 2025 (AP) The head of the BBC and the British broadcasters top news executive both resigned Sunday after criticism of the way the organization edited a speech by U.S. President Donald Trump. The BBC said Director-General Tim Davie and news CEO Deborah Turness had both decided to leave the corporation. Britains publicly funded national broadcaster has been criticized for editing a speech Trump made on Jan. 6, 2021, before protesters attacked the Capitol in Washington. Critic

WASHINGTON, November 8, 2025 (AP) President Donald Trump said Friday that no U.S. government officials would be attending the Group of 20 summit this year in South Africa, citing the countrys treatment of white farmers. Trump had already announced he would not attend the annual summit for heads of state from the globes leading and emerging economies. Vice President JD Vance had been scheduled to attend in Trumps place, but a person familiar with Vances plans who was granted anonymity to talk ab

WASHINGTON, Nov 8(Reuters) The U.S. Senate on Friday rejected legislation that would resume paychecks for hundreds of thousands of federal workers during the longest shutdown in U.S. history, as Democrats and Republicans remained at odds over how to reopen the government. The measure received 53 yes votes to 43 no votes in the Republican-controlled chamber, short of the 60 yes votes it needed to advance. Most Democrats voted against the bill and argued it would give too much discretion to Repub

KOLKATA, November 7 (PTI) An assistant engineer of Kolkata Municipal Corporation was arrested on Friday in a corruption case, police said. Partha Chongdar, 35, was under scanner for months after several complaints of graft were registered against him, they said. He was arrested from his residence after a marathon interrogation, they added.

New Delhi, Nov 7 (PTI) Gold prices extended gains for the third consecutive session on Friday, by rising Rs 520 to Rs 1,21,133 per 10 grams, tracking firm global cues amid expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut following soft labour data. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery appreciated by Rs 520, or 0.43 per cent, to Rs 1,21,133 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 13,446 lots. Silver futures also have robust traction. The white metal for December d

New Delhi, Nov 7 (PTI) Congress leader KC Venugopal on Friday claimed that a former union minister has exposed a scam related to power purchases in Bihar and said the people are rejecting the NDA in the ongoing elections in the state as they know that the system is being remote controlled. In a post on X, Venugopal alleged that the Adani Group is receiving red carpet treatment in Bihar and asserted that corruption would be uncovered, with those responsible being held accountable. However, there

Nov 7 (Reuters) The Supreme Court said on Friday that a preliminary report on the fatal Air India crash does not insinuate anything against the pilot and will hear a plea from the pilots father seeking an independent probe on November 10. The father of the Air India pilot in a June crash that killed 260 has asked the Supreme Court to order an independent investigation that takes into account causes other than pilot action. Indias air accidents investigating agency published an interim report ea

Melbourne, Nov 7 (The Conversation) Differences between men and women in intelligence and behaviour have been proposed and disputed for decades. Now, a growing body of scientific evidence shows hundreds of genes act differently in the brains of biologically male or female humans. What this means isnt yet clear, though some of the genes may be linked to sex-biased brain disorders such as Alheizmers and Parkinsons diseases. These sex differences between male and female brains are established early

LONDON, November 7, 2025 (AP) Hes the left-leaning Muslim mayor of the countrys biggest city, and U.S. President Donald Trump is one of his biggest critics. Londons Sadiq Khan has a lot in common with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani but also many differences. Khan, who has been mayor of Britains capital since 2016, welcomed Mamdanis victory, saying New Yorkers had chosen hope over fear, unity over division. Khans experience holds positive and negative lessons for Mamdani, the 34-year-old D

New Delhi, Nov 7 (PTI) The CBI has registered an FIR against former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana and others in connection with the murder case of their son Aquil Akhtar (35), who was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Panchkula, Haryana, on October 16, officials said. There was simmering discontent between the deceased and his family, according to the FIR registered on Friday. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR in the Aqil Akhter murd

Nov 7 (Reuters) Indias retail vehicle sales jumped 40.5% year-on-year to a record high in October, boosted by strong demand for two-wheelers and passenger vehicles, in the first full month since the governments tax reforms took effect, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations said on Friday.

Our immune system has a dark side: Its supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But sometimes it turns traitor and attacks our own cells and tissues. What are called autoimmune diseases can affect just about every part of the body and tens of millions of people. While most common in women, these diseases can strike anyone, adults or children, and theyre on the rise. New research is raising the prospect of treatments that might do more than tamp down symptoms. Dozens of clinical trials

Purnea (Bihar) [India], November 6 (ANI): A day after levelling fresh allegations of voter fraud in the 2024 Haryana assembly elections, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister amid the first phase of polling in 121 constituencies underway in Bihar. Wherever they are contesting elections, they are winning elections by stealing votesYesterday, we showed the whole world that the BJP and the Election Co

Patna, Nov 6 (PTI) Amid stray incidents of violence, including an attack on Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinhas vehicle, 60.18 per cent of 3.75 crore voters exercised their franchise till 5 pm on Thursday across 121 constituencies in the first phase of Bihar assembly elections. Begusarai district recorded the highest polling percentage so far at 67.32, followed by Samastipur (66.65) and Madhepura (65.74). Stakes are high for both the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc in the first pha

MUMBAI, Nov 6 (Reuters) India needs more big banks and efforts are underway to achieve that goal, including the possibility of consolidating some state-run banks, the countrys finance minister said on Thursday. India has 12 state-owned banks, which together held assets totaling 171 trillion rupees ($1.95 trillion) as of March, representing 55% of the nations banking sector. The Indian government in 2020 consolidated 27 banks into 12 to form larger entities. It is also considering allowing highe

New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Snapping the two-day losing streak, gold prices on Thursday rebounded by Rs 600 to Rs 1,24,700 per 10 grams in the national capital on a fresh wave of buying by traders and firm global cues. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity increased by Rs 600 to Rs 1,24,100 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes), according to All India Sarafa Association. The metal had closed at Rs 1,23,500 per 10 grams on Tuesday. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.9 per cent purity had end

Mumbai, Nov 6 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower in a highly volatile trade on Thursday amid relentless foreign fund outflows and selling in blue-chip ICICI Bank. Falling for the second day in a row, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 148.14 points or 0.18 per cent to settle at 83,311.01. During the day, it hit a high of 83,846.35 and a low of 83,237.65. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped by 87.95 points or 0.34 per cent to 25,509.70. Among Sensex firms, Power Grid, Eternal, Bharat E

Running may help burn calories, but when it comes to preventing diabetes and obesity, pumping iron might have the edge, according to preclinical findings from the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC. The research, published Oct. 30 in the Journal of Sport and Health Science, compared the effects of endurance and resistance exercise in mice fed a high-fat diet, a widely used model of obesity, hyperglycemia, and type 2 diabetes. A team led by exercise medicine researcher Zhen Yan of Virgin

WASHINGTON, November 6, 2025 (AP) An anti-fascism protest in Washington, D.C., planned weeks ago to mark the one-year anniversary since President Donald Trump was elected took on added vigor Wednesday, fueled by a night of sweeping wins by Democrats in prominent races around the country. Several thousand people, energized by the results, carried signs, wore costumes and chanted: Trump must go now! The protest began in the shadow of the Washington Monument and was the first large anti-Trump gath