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The Madhya Pradesh High Court's Gwalior bench received an email threatening a bomb explosion and referencing singer Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming concert in Indore. Police have heightened security and are investigating the origin of the threat, which follows similar warnings to schools and the Indore Mayor's office. Despite the threats and a ban on some of his songs, Dosanjh confirmed the concert will proceed.

Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, scored a magnificent 160 runs to lead India to a 70-run victory over the UAE in the U-19 Asia Cup. This win secured India's spot in the semifinals, where they will face Afghanistan on Thursday.

The United States has evacuated American aircraft from an air base in the UK following a threat from Iran, according to people familiar with the matter, raising fresh concerns over the security of US military assets amid the ongoing conflict.

Pakistan's debutants continued to dominate as Saqib Khan took two wickets to leave Sri Lanka 114 for three, trailing by 320 runs after Pakistan declared at 434 for nine.

Delhi Police have dismantled a large-scale illegal network involved in the storage and distribution of banned e-cigarettes and conventional cigarettes across the national capital. Ten individuals, including seven pan-shop owners, have been apprehended. The operation uncovered a three-tier supply chain, with products allegedly reaching students near schools and colleges, and revealed potential cross-border links.

Delhi Police have arrested two alleged kingpins of a Jamtara-based cyber fraud network, Md Mehruddin Ansari and Md Arsad Ansari, who were absconding for over five years. They are accused of siphoning off Rs 27.10 lakh from a complainant through a fake Canara Bank website. The duo allegedly designed fraudulent banking websites and operated fake customer care services, leading to the victim sharing banking credentials and losing a significant sum. Eight other accused were previously arrested in co

Four individuals have been arrested and a juvenile apprehended in connection with the murder of a 45-year-old man in northwest Delhi's Mahendra Park. The victim, Vijay Prakash alias Sonu, was found injured on Tuesday and later declared dead. Police investigations, including CCTV footage analysis and technical surveillance, led to the arrests. The motive is believed to be old enmity.

Sonia Gandhi's new memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', is now available on the quick-commerce platform Blinkit for Rs 849, showcasing the platform's expansion beyond groceries into books. This move highlights the speed advantage of quick-commerce over traditional online retailers like Amazon, with Blinkit offering rapid delivery in select areas. The memoir, published by HarperCollins India, details Gandhi's life from Italy to her political career in India.

A 43-year-old female Home Guard was allegedly murdered by her 38-year-old husband in Nalgonda district, Telangana, on Tuesday. The accused reportedly banged her head against the floor during an argument over family issues. The couple, who had a love marriage in 2012 and have three children, frequently quarrelled due to the husband's drinking habits. Police have registered a murder case, and teams are searching for the absconding accused.

Official sources reveal a coordinated anti-India campaign by Chinese vloggers and livestreamers. These individuals are reportedly filming in impoverished areas of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and falsely presenting them as parts of New Delhi, India, while making derogatory comments about India's living conditions, sanitation, and poverty to international audiences. This deliberate misrepresentation aims to create negative perceptions about India and highlights growing concerns about misinformation.

In a life fully and adventurously lived, Bunker Roy creatively defied many conventions and opened paths for subsequent generations to follow. Long before the term 'social entrepreneur' was coined, Bunker innovated empowering social processes and village-level production systems that dramatically improved the lives of tens of lakhs of people not only across India but in 96 other countries, notes Rajni Bakshi.

Abhinav Mukund urges Mumbai Indians to target an Indian wicketkeeper at the IPL 2027 mini-auction, saying it would improve team balance, batting flexibility and overseas-player combinations.

A long-standing land dispute between two extended families in Nagaon district, Assam, escalated into a violent clash on Monday night, resulting in seven injuries, including one from gunfire. Police have detained three individuals and are investigating the incident.

Mizoram Police have conducted three separate operations, seizing drugs and foreign-origin cigarettes valued at Rs 6.84 crore and arresting six individuals. The seizures included methamphetamine, heroin, and smuggled cigarettes across different districts.

A young man was critically injured after being shot by a neighbour in Nalagarh, Himachal Pradesh, on Tuesday. He sustained three bullet injuries and was shifted to PGIMER, Chandigarh, due to the critical nature of his abdominal wounds. Police have registered a case and are investigating the motive, while the incident highlights ongoing law-and-order concerns in the area.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has called an emergency meeting of TVK legislators in Chennai to address growing concerns over the conduct of party MLAs. The meeting, scheduled for November 11, will focus on maintaining discipline and public behaviour, particularly in light of allegations against Deputy Speaker M Ravisankar and MLA C Arul Vignesh. Opposition parties, including DMK and AIADMK, have heavily criticised the ruling TVK over these issues, demanding accountability from the Chi

Four suspected poachers were arrested in Assam's Jorhat district during an operation by the Forest Department. One of the arrested individuals was reportedly injured by a rhinoceros. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to protect Assam's one-horned rhinos, a critical part of the state's natural heritage.

A 61-year-old man, Udaibir Singh, who was serving a life sentence for a 1997 murder-cum-dacoity case, has been arrested by Delhi Police after being on the run for nearly 16 years. He had absconded in 2010 after being released on one-month parole following his son's death. Singh was apprehended from Uttar Pradesh on October 23, and a Rs 50,000 bounty was on his head.

Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok celebrated their first Diwali as a married couple.

Delhi Police's crime branch has busted an interstate illegal pharmaceutical drug supply network, arresting four men and recovering over 14 kilograms of Alprazolam and Tramadol. The operation involved multiple arrests, including the initial interception of two individuals on October 31, leading to the apprehension of their supplier and another accomplice, with two vehicles also seized.

A mother and son were found hacked to death in their home in Mattannur, Kannur, in a suspected murder-suicide. Police believe the son killed his mother before taking his own life.

Bollywood stars celebrate Diwali with family, festive traditions, puja and plenty of love.

Former India wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat, who retired from international cricket in June, is planning a return to top-flight cricket by playing for the UAE national team after his cooling-off period ends in February 2027. He is currently playing in the Abu Dhabi T10 and training in Dubai, expressing his enjoyment of this second innings in cricket.

A man in Hoshiarpur allegedly strangled his wife to death over suspicion of an affair. He initially reported her missing but later confessed to her family members. Police have arrested the husband and recovered the body, with further investigation underway under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

A 13-year-old girl in Thiruvananthapuram is seven months pregnant after being repeatedly sexually assaulted by a 17-year-old close relative. Police were alerted by a doctor. The minor boy was apprehended on Monday, presented to the Juvenile Justice Board, and subsequently released to his mother.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis addressed speculation regarding a merger between NCP factions led by Sharad Pawar and Sunetra Pawar, stating neither had informed the BJP. He also discussed drought relief measures, water management, pollution in Mumbai, and the city's law and order situation, defending the Mumbai Police's actions against criminal gangs.

Police in Lucknow are investigating three separate incidents where bodies were discovered. One unidentified man's body was found in a sack, suspected to be a murder victim. Another man, Subhash Chandra, was found dead in an orchard, with his family suspecting foul play. A woman, Anita Singh, was found dead by a roadside, with police awaiting a post-mortem report.

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has received fitness clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence and is scheduled to depart for New Zealand on Thursday to join India's Test squad.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India's 100th chess Grandmaster, hailing it as a significant milestone that showcases the nation's burgeoning talent and the sport's increasing appeal among young people.

Two individuals have been named as accused in the alleged suicide of tribal activist Nisha Kumari Bhagat, who died on November 6. The officer-in-charge of Pithoria police station has also been removed from his post. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the incident, which has also drawn the attention of the National Commission for Women and the Jharkhand BJP.

A jawan has been arrested in Kolkata for allegedly molesting the daughter of an army officer within a military residential complex. The incident, which occurred on November 5, led to a complaint by the girl's mother, and the accused was identified through CCTV footage. The investigation is ongoing, and the jawan has been remanded to police custody.

A jawan has been arrested in Kolkata for allegedly molesting the daughter of an army officer within a military residential complex. The incident, which occurred on November 5, led to the jawan's arrest on Sunday night after the girl's mother filed a complaint. Police used CCTV footage to identify the accused, who is now in custody.

Sonia Gandhi's memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love details the tumultuous relationship between her and Maneka Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi's wife. It covers Maneka's entry into the family, growing tensions, political ambitions, and eventual dramatic departure, which Sonia describes as a eality show.

A married woman in Ghaziabad was allegedly killed by a man she befriended on Facebook following an altercation at her residence. The accused, Pintu, has been taken into custody, and police are investigating the incident.

A 76-year-old retired education department employee in Indore was duped of Rs 2 lakh by cyber fraudsters offering at-home life certificate services via a Facebook ad. The police swiftly investigated, traced the money used for online purchases in West Bengal, cancelled the orders, and recovered the entire amount within 24 hours.

The Supreme Court of India has directed WhatsApp and other intermediaries to propose measures against digital arrest scams and cybercrimes. Simultaneously, the court emphasized that financial institutions, including banks, must be held accountable and compensate victims for losses due to their failure in exercising due diligence. The RBI has been asked to submit a list of authorized financial institutions, and law enforcement agencies are to report on FIRs and suggest prevention strategies.

A woman, approximately 40 years old, was discovered murdered at a vacant plot in north Delhi's Burari area on Tuesday morning. She sustained severe head and face injuries, possibly from a stone attack. Police are working to identify the victim and suspects, examining CCTV footage, and conducting a postmortem.

Sonia Gandhi's memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, reveals for the first time her profound grief over the loss of her first child, a boy born prematurely in January 1969. The intensely personal account details the family's brief joy, the baby's subsequent death, and the difficult decision regarding his burial at Feroze Gandhi's farm in Mehrauli, alongside the emotional toll and public scrutiny she faced.

A 28-year-old man and his associate have been arrested in central Delhi's Karol Bagh for allegedly murdering a 19-year-old man. The motive appears to be the victim's relationship with the accused's wife, with whom he had been living for about three months.

An electrical manager in Maharashtra's Beed district was severely injured after three unidentified assailants intercepted his vehicle and brutally assaulted him with iron rods. Police suspect personal vendetta as the motive, and a probe is underway.

Police in Delhi have apprehended a teenager in connection with the fatal stabbing of an 18-year-old in Bawana. The victim, Brijesh alias Bali, was found with stab injuries on Monday and declared dead at the hospital. The accused, Fardeen alias Akash, was identified through CCTV footage and local intelligence after a quarrel between the two. An investigation is underway to determine the motive.

A minor argument over children bursting firecrackers in Badlapur, Thane, escalated into violence when three individuals allegedly assaulted and verbally abused a 32-year-old man who tried to intervene. A non-cognisable offence has been registered against the accused.

The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against Rahul Sudan for forgery and cheating. He is accused of procuring a vehicular loan from Canara Bank using fraudulent means and then illegally transferring the vehicle with a fake No Due Certificate, leaving an outstanding amount unpaid. Investigations also revealed he is a habitual offender.

Cricket Scotland has announced it will not schedule matches against Afghanistan outside ICC events due to concerns over the Taliban government's treatment of women and girls and broader human rights issues. This decision aligns with similar stances taken by Cricket Australia and the England and Wales Cricket Board.

A clash erupted between two youth groups in Jharkhand's Palamu district during Kali idol immersion, leading to stone-pelting on a police team. Four police personnel were injured, and officers fired in the air in self-defence. Eight people have been detained, and an FIR has been registered against 31 named and 200 unidentified individuals.

A 25-year-old woman was sexually harassed on the Malabar Express on Tuesday. When she threatened to report the perpetrator to the police, he beat her, causing her to fall unconscious on the platform. The 39-year-old accused has been arrested and will be booked under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

An online fraud amounting to Rs 22.10 crore has been uncovered in Tamil Nadu, with police suspecting an international cybercrime syndicate. BJP leader Vinoj P Selvam has criticised the state government's administrative oversight and accountability regarding the siphoning of public funds.

The Supreme Court has mandated urgent action from Delhi and three neighbouring states (Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana) to tackle the sharp increase in vehicular emissions contributing to air pollution in the National Capital Region. The court has sought detailed responses on measures to prevent over-age vehicles, enforce emission standards, and improve inter-state coordination, highlighting the critical need for intervention despite a decline in stubble burning.

Sonia Gandhi's memoir Belonging: A Journey Of Love shares personal anecdotes about her interactions with prominent world figures. She recounts observing Bill Clinton's behaviour at a reception, Nicolas Sarkozy's open discussions about his love life, and her poignant meetings with Princess Diana, highlighting their personalities and the dynamics of these high-profile encounters.

The traditional Dhami stone fair in Himachal Pradesh draws villagers and spectators for a centuries-old post-Diwali ritual steeped in history and culture.