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The petitioner argued that air travel is an essential service and that the steep fare hike violates Article 14 of the Constitution. Meanwhile, the apex court is separately hearing a plea seeking an independent aviation regulator and guidelines to prevent unpredictable fluctuations in airfares and additional charges.

Until now, Trump has benefited from Republican control of both chambers, with congressional leaders largely supporting his principal legislative priorities. It's going to change now.

Seven Diwali photo tips from an iPhone photographer everyone must follow this Diwali to get the best pictures.

Bengaluru Skill Summit 2026 will be held from November 3 to 5 at The Lalit Ashok Bengaluru, bringing together government representatives, industry leaders, academic institutions and global partners to advance Karnataka's Workforce 2030 agenda.

The Supreme Court has permitted certified green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR on November 7 and 8, allowing bursting only between 6 am and 7 am and 8 pm and 10 pm. Crackers are prohibited near hospitals, schools and other designated zones. The complete firecracker ban will return from November 9.

Bombay High Court has asked actor Imran Khan to file an unconditional apology and submit an undertaking that he will not participate in protests in India in the future, following his participation in an anti-CEC demonstration in Mumbai.

CJP co-convenor Saurav Das hosted a Diwali gathering at his South Delhi residence, attended by political leaders Arvind Kejriwal, Supriya Sule and Kapil Sibal, among others. One of the highlights was journalist Rajdeep Sardesai singing Kishore Kumar songs with Saurav Das and Abhijeet Dipke.

Following Sanjay Gupta's reported death, his wife Anuradha Lekhi Gupta issued a statement addressing a viral video involving their daughter and paparazzi. She said their children, who had grown up away from the spotlight, were distressed by the sudden intrusion during their mourning

Bhagwant Mann's possible visit to Lahore for the World Punjabi Conference has raised questions about the timing and political implications of the trip, as AAP faces challenges ahead of the polls.

Dia Mirza has defended her participation in the BMC's Diwali awareness campaign after the civic body removed her video. She said the message was intended to encourage healthier and more mindful celebrations, stressing that air pollution affects public health.

The Sensex surged 1,233.25 points, or 1.66 per cent, to close at 75,692.78, while the Nifty jumped 387.70 points to settle at 23,440.80.

The monarch was left drenched as Queen Camilla was quickly handed an umbrella, while Charles was seen gesturing towards officials for one. His apparent displeasure during the unexpected weather interruption prompted remarks about the Windsor temper being on full display.

Sonia Gandhi visited RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav at his daughter Misa Bharti's residence in New Delhi on Monday to enquire about his health as he continues to receive medical treatment at AIIMS. Lalu Prasad recalled his longstanding political association with Sonia Gandhi during the UPA government

Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi reportedly termed the marriage 'invalid' under his interpretation of Islamic law, citing their different religious backgrounds.

Amitabh Bachchan has criticised a media outlet for allegedly twisting the meaning of his earlier post. Clarifying that his remarks referred to Lord Krishna, he rejected their portrayal as a challenge to opponents.

TV actor Anuj Thakur passed away on October 27 at the age of 33 after reportedly suffering a seizure in his sleep. Yamini Malhotra, known for her appearance on Bigg Boss 18, was equally shocked by the news.

Shah Rukh Khan's King song Tu Mil Jaaye, released on his 61st birthday, has attracted attention for a possible glimpse of Suhana Khan. A brief shot shows a figure against a massive fire, although the face is not clearly visible.

Gold and silver prices edged higher in the domestic market on Monday amid a higher-for-longer rate view from Federal Reserve firms due to persistent inflation, following the recent decision to hold benchmark interest rates steady.

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to the very poor category for the first time this season on Monday, with a thick haze enveloping the national capital as pollution levels rose sharply after last week's brief respite brought by rain.

Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and Chetan Singh Jouramajra joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi on Monday in a major setback for AAP. Their exit follows differences with the AAP leadership over candidate selection and governance issues

Air traffic control audio has captured the terrifying final moments of a Learjet 60 before it crashed in Florida's Greenacres, killing all nine people on board. The crew made desperate mayday calls, reporting an uncontrolled descent and overspeed condition.

Sensex surged 719 points and Nifty crossed 23,200 on November 2 as energy, auto and IT stocks rallied amid easing crude oil prices and strong economic indicators.

Banks will remain open on Dhanteras, November 6, in most states. Check the November 18 holiday schedule, regional closures and banking services available during Diwali week.

Gold prices in Delhi fell Rs 3,200 to a 10-month low of Rs 1.42 lakh per 10 grams, while silver declined Rs 4,200 per kg, tracking a sharp global sell-off amid inflation and interest rate concerns. Gold of 99.9% purity was quoted at Rs 1,42,000 per 10 grams in Delhi, compared with the previous close, while silver declined to Rs 1,86,000 per kg.

Using a parody of the popular 'Johny Johny Yes Papa' rhyme, Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of 'loot and plunder', claimed voters in Bengal had been removed from electoral rolls, and vowed to continue the fight through democratic means.

He also said democracy could be saved only by removing the Modi government. Meanwhile, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said the protest was aimed at safeguarding citizens' constitutional voting rights and ensuring clean electoral rolls amid concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

The railway minister flagged off the 16-coach Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train from SMVT Bengaluru on Sunday. The service is scheduled to arrive at CSMT Mumbai at 6.15 am on Monday. Regular runs begin on November 2 towards Mumbai and November 3 towards Bengaluru

Trump administration has revoked more than 300,000 US visas since January 2025, with the US State Department saying most cancellations involved individuals who were no longer eligible to hold visas. Reasons included criminal activity, immigration violations, public safety concerns, fraud and misrepresentation.

Videos of the political leaders enjoying the festivities have surfaced on social media. Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Kapil Sibal and NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) leader Supriya Sule attended a wedding reception in Delhi.

Footage from France showing protesters trampling and setting fire to US and Israeli flags during street demonstrations in Lyon has surfaced online, drawing widespread attention. The incident took place amid nationwide protests over rising living costs, inequality, and deteriorating public services.

Elon Musk has faced criticism after an X account questioning his parenting and co-parenting arrangements was reportedly suspended. The controversy has reignited debate over his commitment to free speech, with critics accusing him of applying different standards when criticism is directed at him personally.

US President Donald Trump kept his Halloween costume simple, joking that he had come dressed as himself because he did not have enough time to prepare. Vice President JD Vance dressed up as Albus Dumbledore from the Harry Potter series

Police have launched further search and combing operations to identify and apprehend those responsible. Meanwhile, a 48-hour shutdown called by the Committee on Tribal Unity (COTU) over the alleged abduction disrupted vehicular movement and business activities in the district.

He identified restoring the IAF's combat strength to its sanctioned level, promoting indigenous fighter aircraft such as Tejas Mk1A, Tejas Mk II and AMCA, and strengthening AI-enabled warfare and counter-drone capabilities as key priorities. Dixit said the IAF would remain prepared to respond whenever the nation calls.

LPG cylinder prices have increased by Rs 10 to Rs 2,820 for a 19-kg cylinder from November 1, while aviation turbine fuel (ATF) rates have risen by Rs 1.37 to Rs 138.50 per litre. This marks the second consecutive monthly hike in commercial LPG prices and the fourth consecutive increase in ATF rates.

Delhi has been placed under tight security ahead of the INDIA bloc's anti-CEC protest at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday. Nearly 10,000 police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed, with drones, AI-enabled CCTV cameras and barricades put in place

His appeal comes after traders' associations expressed concerns that the November 1 protest could disrupt business worth Rs 10,000-12,000 crore across major Delhi markets due to traffic restrictions and crowd movement. Gandhi dismissed the concerns, accusing the BJP of spreading rumour

Janhvi recreated her late mother Sridevi's iconic look from Nagina alongside Orry, giving fans a nostalgic Halloween treat. Meanwhile, Khushi Kapoor channelled Wonder Woman in a glamorous superhero avatar.

The ED is investigating alleged financial irregularities involving Mohammad Ali Jauhar University and the Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar Trust, including donations and financial transactions. The agency had earlier questioned Azam Khan inside Rampur jail for several hours as part of the probe.

Ajay Devgn has challenged the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) show-cause notice over his appearance in a Vimal Elaichi advertisement, alleging that the authority acted with a premeditated and predetermined mind and a prejudged and punitive outlook.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders participated in the proceedings, which listed six charges against the CEC. The opposition alleged that the SIR exercise was being used to delete genuine voters and demanded accountability from the Election Commission

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has warned the United States and Israel against launching fresh attacks on Iran, ordering the country's armed forces to deliver an immediate and geographically unrestricted response to any threats.

Days before his announced resignation on November 3, Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi launched a scathing attack on the National Conference, accusing its leadership of abandoning the party's ideology and warning that it may not survive after Farooq Abdullah.

Bigg Boss fame Jiya Shankar has addressed speculation surrounding her relationship with fianc Kaaran Dhanak, after fans noticed that the couple had unfollowed each other on Instagram. Some reports also alleged infidelity, but there has been no confirmation of these claims.

CCTV footage reportedly showed him losing his balance and hitting his head against a wall. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Rohit Roy, Ronit Roy, Milap Zaveri and Fardeen Khan, arrived to pay their last respects.

The government has revised export duties on petroleum products, exempting petrol exports from the special additional excise duty while increasing levies on ATF. Petrol export duty has been reduced to zero from Rs 2.50 per litre, while the levy on diesel has been raised to Rs 11.50 per litre from Rs 8.

In one of his last interviews, Sanjay revealed how an underworld-related episode and the misunderstandings surrounding it contributed to their separation. He also spoke about his love for Anu, calling her his true love.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has married journalist Nidhi Razdan. The couple announced their wedding on social media by sharing photographs. The wedding reportedly took place on October 30 in the presence of close family members.

The price of 24-carat gold is Rs 13,888 per gram, while 22-carat gold stands at Rs 12,730 per gram. The price of 18-carat gold is Rs 10,416 per gram.

Bengaluru recorded 11.5% annual growth in prime office rents in Q3 2026, matching Tokyo, while Mumbai and Delhi-NCR rose 4% and 5.4%. Leasing across the three Indian markets fell 13.6% year-on-year to 7.6 million sq ft, Knight Frank said.