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Crew member missing as Indonesian water-bombing helicopter crashes

Dramatic video footage showed the firefighting helicopter being slowly dragged downward after filling its bucket from the Barito River, eventually plunging nose-first into the water.

8 Nov 2026 3:23 pm
Taiwan detains Communist Party leader over alleged Chinese sponsorship in election

Prosecutors also alleged that Mr. Lin sought to buy votes by repeatedly recruiting voters to travel to mainland China, where they received hospitality, the report said.

8 Nov 2026 3:22 pm
Stock markets begin Samvat 2083 on a firm note in special Muhurat trading

Muhurat trading is a symbolic market session held on Diwali, which also marks the beginning of the new Hindu calendar year

8 Nov 2026 3:19 pm
Vijayan demands withdrawal of circular allowing colleges to increase seats without Keralam Govt nod

The CPI(M) veteran said a September 11 circular issued by the Higher Education Department had made prior government approval mandatory for introducing new courses and increasing seats in government, aided and autonomous colleges

8 Nov 2026 3:16 pm
Riyadh financial district targeted in missile attack, Aramco tower damaged: witnesses

Multiple floors of the Aramco tower appeared to have sustained damage, said another witness, with glass shattered and damage to part of the tower's facade visible

8 Nov 2026 3:02 pm
Poland: Six killed, 15 injured in shooting at Krakows Main Square

Six people were killed and 15 others injured after a gunman opened fire at Krakows Main Square in Poland on November 7, 2026. The 25-year-old suspect, described by authorities as holding far-right and ultranationalist views, was shot and wounded during a confrontation with police.

8 Nov 2026 3:00 pm
Bangladesh Law Minister calls Hasina convicted criminal, says extradition request sent to India

Indian govt previously acknowledged receiving Bangladesh's extradition requests for Ms. Hasina but has not announced any decision on handing her over

8 Nov 2026 2:53 pm
Thane court sentences man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping minor on promise of marriage

Four prosecution witnesses, including the survivor, her mother and neighbour, were examined to prove the charges against the accused

8 Nov 2026 2:16 pm
Dangerous harmonies: Is there a hidden villain in Indias devastating electrical fires?

Electrical causes are predominating in Indias recent fire incidents; while codes and guidelines are covering these increasingly, there are still major gaps such as taking into account harmonic currents put into the system by state-of-the-art electronics equipment

8 Nov 2026 2:08 pm
Sanskrit University suspension row: Govindan backs stir, says it should go on till suspended students write exams

Sixteen students were suspended after a Students Federation of India-led protest during a syndicate meeting on August 13 over a lack of adequate campus facilities

8 Nov 2026 2:08 pm
Rajasthan BJP MLA Jaswant Yadav dies at 73 after prolonged illness

Mr. Yadav was a four-time MLA and had also represented Alwar in the Lok Sabha

8 Nov 2026 2:07 pm
Notes & Chords | Taking Parai Isai to new stages

In this episode of The Hindus Notes & Chords series featuring conversations with seasoned artistes and young practitioners of music we speak to Parai Isai artiste N. Deepan from Chennai. Rescued from child labour, he was introduced to folk art forms, including Parai Isai, as a student. Having picked up its nuances over the years, he decided to pursue the art form full-time after obtaining a masters degree in Commerce. Along with his friends, he founded the Nanbargal Gramiya Kalai Kuzhu in 2011

8 Nov 2026 1:51 pm
Why are the U.S. midterm elections significant?

What do the results tell us about American voters attitudes towards President Donald Trump? What do they mean for Democrats and Republicans? What lies ahead for Democrats? Why are these results so important for the rest of the world?

8 Nov 2026 1:47 pm
Conservative activists storm Deepavali celebrations in Seattle

Videos of the storming of the Deepavali celebrations in Seattle went viral on social media.

8 Nov 2026 1:45 pm
Punjab records nearly 2,800 farm fires as authorities step up action

Punjab recorded 2,787 stubble burning incidents between September 15 and November 5, with Tarn Taran reporting the highest number of farm fires. Authorities have registered 710 FIRs and imposed fines exceeding 46 lakh. Amid concerns over the rising number of incidents, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed officials to intensify monitoring and enforcement measures.

8 Nov 2026 1:41 pm
Japan earthquake: At least 22 injured as 5.7-magnitude quake strikes

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan on Sunday (November 8), injuring at least 22 people. Local television footage showed broken windows at a car dealership in Toyohashi city and books scattered across the floor of a bookstore in Toyota city.

8 Nov 2026 1:23 pm
An wins Korea Open for 11th badminton title of year

The 24-year-old beat Japans Akane Yamaguchi 21-12, 15-21, 21-16 in the final in Yeosu to extend an unbeaten run that stretches back to March

8 Nov 2026 1:18 pm
Body of Punjab anti-drug activist Jhota brought to Mansa for last rites

Jhota was shot dead in broad daylight at a medical store in a busy marketplace in Mansa town on October 13

8 Nov 2026 1:12 pm
Nithya Raman | The urban planner

Before entering U.S. politics, L.A.s first South Asian Mayor-elect worked among the urban poor in Chennai, where she used data to expose gaps in slum resettlement and public facilities

8 Nov 2026 12:49 pm
Jon Ossoff | Ambition without ambition

While headlines scream Ossoff looks more presidential after his Senate win, he remains focused on his State while attacking Donald Trump and his family

8 Nov 2026 12:48 pm
Kremlin hopes U.S. election shake-up won't shift Trump's negotiations on Ukraine

Mr. Peskov shrugged off a question from reporters on whether the new Congress would challenge Mr. Trump's stance on Russia and Ukraine. He called it an internal matter for the U.S.

8 Nov 2026 12:45 pm
New Zealanders wont know for weeks who won election as neither side secures clear victory

The tightest vote in years delivered a stinging rebuke to the major parties which have long dominated New Zealand politics, Christopher Luxons centre-right National party and centre-left Labour led by Chris Hipkins

8 Nov 2026 12:45 pm
Dindigul youth killed in Israel construction site accident laid to rest in native village

Veeramani had gone to Israel two years ago to work in construction. He last visited his village on leave six months ago before returning to work

8 Nov 2026 12:42 pm
BJP celebrates Advanis birthday with puja, havan; leaders laud his role in Indian politics

The event, coinciding with Deepavali, was organised to commemorate Mr. Advanis life, dedication to the nation, organisational contributions and long public career, the BJP said

8 Nov 2026 12:25 pm
Adani Enterprises plans 35,000-40,000 crore annual capex in next two years

The planned spending comes as the group seeks to scale up businesses built over recent years, including airports and data centres, while bringing its large manufacturing investments closer to commercial operation.

8 Nov 2026 12:18 pm
Wanted gangster Gurwinder alias Afridi deported from Ethiopia after 10 month manhunt

Punjab Police, with the assistance of central agencies, has secured the deportation of wanted gangster Gurwinder alias Afridi from Ethiopia following a 10-month international manhunt. Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav announced the development on November 8, 2026. The Punjab government had announced a reward of 5 lakh for information leading to his arrest.

8 Nov 2026 11:40 am
Village anti-drug committee member shot in Punjabs Barnala, injured

Dhanaula SHO Baljinder Singh said the matter is under investigation; We are investigating the motive behind the incident, he said, while adding that four people, who are locals, have been identified

8 Nov 2026 11:40 am
Bombay High Court allows BNS Section 75 charge where complainant identifies as woman

The judge rejected the argument that Section 75 cannot apply because the complainant is a transgender and not a woman

8 Nov 2026 11:10 am
Iran says two tankers caught fire in Hormuz after hitting mines

Since the outbreak of the Iran war in late February, Tehran has severely restricted traffic through the strategic waterway, insisting vessels use routes authorised by the Islamic republic

8 Nov 2026 10:40 am
Two women, man found dead in Krakow mass-shooting suspects home, says Prime Minister

A Polish man with far-right views drove into a busy central square in Krakow on Saturday, November 7, and opened fire, killing six people and injuring 15 others before police shot and wounded him, authorities said

8 Nov 2026 10:28 am
Delhi faces new challenge from Samosa caucus

Surge in Indian-American wins in U.S. midterms may test MEA as young Desi Democrat leaders are more ready to take up civil rights causes in India too

8 Nov 2026 10:22 am
Chawri Bazar building collapse: Death toll rises to seven; body of 66-year-old recovered on third day

One more body pulled out on Sunday, taking the toll to seven; four bodies were recovered on Saturday and two on Thursday; rescue operations continue amid access constraints in narrow lanes

8 Nov 2026 10:21 am
Delhi wakes up to toxic haze on Diwali, close to 'severe' AQI at 383

Jahangirpuri recorded the highest AQI at 450, followed by RK Puram at 448, according to the Sameer app.

8 Nov 2026 10:20 am
Israel: Netanyahu rival Gadi Eisenkot gets first chance to form new government

Israels President Isaac Herzog has nominated opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to form the next government after the October 27 election left the country without a clear parliamentary majority. While Benjamin Netanyahus Likud emerged as the largest single party, his coalition fell short of a majority.

8 Nov 2026 10:09 am
Apologise to saints, devotees before visiting Ayodhya: Adityanath ahead of Akhileshs visit

The Chief Minister's remark came within hours of the announcement that Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav would visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on December 12

8 Nov 2026 9:47 am
Strong earthquake shakes central Japan, shattering store windows, injuring at least 22

The quake, which struck at 1:04 a.m., was located about 40 kilometres below the earths surface in Shizuoka Prefecture. Aichi and Shizuoka are neighbouring regions

8 Nov 2026 8:39 am
FSSAI seizes 3,280 tonne food items, cancels 52 licences in nationwide inspection drive

The regulator said it inspected 56,431 food establishments during its nationwide enforcement drive between September 1 and November 5, and seized non-compliant food products, including paneer, ghee, milk and sweets

8 Nov 2026 7:24 am
Trump offers UFC boss press secretary post, urges criminal probes of Democrats

Dana White had earlier shared a photo -- possibly AI-generated -- showing him behind the lectern in the White House press briefing room, captioned On to the next chapter.

8 Nov 2026 6:59 am