The Times of India

Many individuals choose to avoid eye contact with familiar faces in public spaces to evade unforeseen interactions. This behavior can stem from various motivations, including feeling rushed or distracted. Studies suggest that some individuals may grapple with social anxiety, prompting them to steer clear of direct visual engagement. When comparing curated meet-ups to chance encounters, the difference in expected interactions is evident.

In a remarkable achievement at the Youth Olympic Games, Tanvi Patri has secured a historic silver medal in badminton, becoming the first Indian woman to earn a medal at the event. Competing fiercely, she reached the finals, facing off against China's Zhang Yi Xin. Although she narrowly missed out on victory, her unwavering spirit and determination shone through, amplifying India's growing reputation in the badminton arena.

Researchers are trialling Bear-vision, an AI-powered system aimed at detecting approaching polar bears in Canada. This technology combines radar and cameras to provide advance warnings to communities about nearby bears. The trial occurs at a waste facility in Churchill, which has concerns due to bears searching for food. Climate change impacts polar bear behavior, increasing human-polar bear encounters on land.

France is witnessing a fresh wave of nationwide protests as thousands take to the streets against President Emmanuel Macron's government. Riot police fired tear gas and used water cannons against demonstrators in Lyon, while massive crowds gathered in Paris amid escalating public anger.The protests, backed by trade unions and student groups, are driven by rising living costs, concerns over public services and education. Public-sector workers have also joined a nationwide strike, intensifying pre

China responded cautiously after the U.S. midterm elections, refusing to treat the Democratic victory as a direct shift in ChinaU.S. relations. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said the elections were a domestic affair and that Beijing would continue working with Washington to implement agreements reached by President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump. He called for greater communication, the careful management of differences, and expanded cooperation. China also stressed that future

Michigan Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed has laid out three major priorities challenging President Donald Trump's agenda. Speaking to MSNOW, the Democrat called for Congress to reclaim its war-making authority and bring the Iran conflict to an end. He also demanded an end to Trump's tariffs and trade confrontation with Canada, while warning that Medicaid cuts could trigger a major healthcare crisis. El-Sayed, who defeated Republican Mike Rogers and became the first Muslim elected to the US Senate,

Donald Trumps bizarre arm movement during a recent speech has sparked fresh health questions in the wake of the midterm loss. Clinical and forensic psychologist John Paul Garrison says the movements appeared involuntary in his video analysis, drawing attention to Trumps gestures and mouth movements. But the footage does not establish what caused them, and Garrisons observations are not a medical diagnosis. Watch as the moment draws scrutiny and questions about Trumps health continue to swirl.

Under Taliban governance since August 2021, Afghanistan is grappling with severe rollbacks in women's rights and education. Over 2.6 million girls are deprived of secondary school education, and women's public engagement is significantly curtailed. The international community is alarmed by these developments, as restrictions on womens employment further hinder access to healthcare. A report by UNESCO and UNICEF emphasizes the urgent decline in educational standards among Afghan youth.

Jaypal Malviya announced his talent by winning a silver medal at the ISSF World Championships. His performance earned India its first shooting quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Malviya had qualified for the final in third place and showed resilience during tense moments. He previously made a mark by winning gold in national trials and has since equipped himself for future competitions.

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is burning again. JAAC alleges that Pakistani security forces used drones and heavy firing near protest sites in Rawalakot, leaving three people dead and 18 injured. Pakistan says it was a law-and-order operation to remove barricades and reopen roads. But conflicting accounts remain, and the drone claims have not been independently verified. The unrest is not new. It began with protests over electricity prices, flour shortages, governance and political representation. N

A Turkish soldier was killed by gunfire believed to have originated from Iran while attempting to stop an illegal border crossing on October 31. Turkey's Defence Ministry confirmed that soldier Yusuf Sait Unlu died following the shooting in Hakkari province. Turkish and Iranian officials met at the site on November 3, with both countries launching investigations into the incident. The deadly shooting comes amid heightened regional tensions and longstanding security concerns along the heavily for

Fresh violence has erupted in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as protests led by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee intensify in Rawalakot.JAAC has accused Pakistani security forces of using drones and heavy weapons near protest sites. Reports claim three people have been killed and 18 injured.As competing narratives emerge, civilians remain trapped amid gunfire and security operations.Watch: https://youtu.be/5Jq8hJRaNrE

Tehran has turned Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu into symbols of defeat.At rallies marking the anniversary of the 1979 US embassy seizure, giant billboards showed Trump behind bars and Netanyahu in shackles. Posters of Trump, JD Vance, Netanyahu and Steve Witkoff were also set on fire.Iran is presenting the political setbacks as a rejection of the war campaignand using provocative imagery to declare victory.Watch: https://youtu.be/Od3XJNHwIQw

Japan is quietly building a new security network across the Indo-Pacific from the waters near Taiwan to the Indian Ocean.As the United States gets pulled into the Iran war and Washingtons commitment to allies comes under question, Tokyo is expanding defence ties with Australia, India, the Philippines and Southeast Asia.India could be the most important link in this emerging network, offering strategic depth, naval power, industrial capacity and access to the Indian Ocean.Is Japan preparing for

Anthropic has launched Smart Reports to enhance visibility into workplace usage of Claude tools for managers. This feature provides insights into work performed by teams and the associated costs related to those activities. Managers can access these reports but need to enable specific settings to view individual user data. Privacy safeguards are in place to protect sensitive topics from being revealed in reports.

Bhumika Malathesh Iter, a nine-year-old from Haveri, Karnataka, has become recognized for singing 65 Kannada songs. She uploaded her performances to her YouTube channel, which has gained significant attention. The India Book of Records awarded her for this impressive achievement at the age of 9 years, 10 months, and 11 days. Her work emphasizes the cultural importance of Kannada music among young musicians.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford celebrated the Democrats' victory in the 2026 US midterm elections, saying he was doing cartwheels and was happy as punch as the results came in. Ford joked about his excitement, saying he was jumping up and down while watching the election results. His enthusiastic reaction comes amid tensions between Canada and the Trump administration over trade and tariffs, adding another dimension to the political fallout from the US midterms.

Banners, burning posters, Kill-Trump slogans and massive street celebrations: that is how Tehran is rejoicing in the middle of a war. A giant billboard in central Tehran shows Donald Trump behind bars and Benjamin Netanyahu in shackles. Two leaders who attacked Iran are now facing back-to-back political setbacks. Trumps Republicans suffered a staggering midterm defeat, while Netanyahus coalition lost its parliamentary majority. Tehran says the posters were meant to go viral, and they did. Iran c

Asim Munir was called Donald Trumps favourite field marshal. Shehbaz Sharif nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Pakistan celebrated its renewed access to Washington. But Trumps Republican midterm rout has changed the equation. Democrats now control Congress, and every Trump-era foreign deal can face tougher questions. Pakistans charm offensive included a reported $1.3 billion focus on Balochistans minerals and an agreement exploring the USD1 stablecoin through a World Liberty affiliate. C

A preliminary post-mortem has identified accidental chest trauma as consistent with the death of Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, who suffered a fatal collision with a goalkeeper during a match. Further tests are still pending, while investigators continue examining the circumstances of the incident and the emergency medical response. The referees report described the challenge as involving excessive force, but no findings of criminal or medical wrongdoing have been established. De Miguels fune