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Samreen Kaur's reported engagement to Indian cricketer Arshdeep Singh has brought renewed attention to her past association with Ashish Chanchlani. Social media users have revisited their old collaborations and interactions, bringing back discussions about the dating rumours that once surrounded them.

A new Covid-19 variant, PJ.2.1, first detected in Canada in May 2026, has spread to the US, Europe and parts of Asia. Preliminary research suggests it may enter human cells more efficiently due to increased ACE2 receptor binding.

Restaurants across India are raising menu prices by around 5-10% as rising input costs squeeze their profit margins. Restaurant operators say expenses on dairy products, food ingredients and fuel have increased by 15-20% over the past six to eight months, prompting businesses to pass on part of the additional costs to customers.

Kareena Kapoor faced backlash after Madhya Pradesh Congress spokesperson Abbas Hafeez reportedly served a legal notice to her stylist, Rhea Kapoor, over a pendant allegedly featuring Ayat-ul-Kursi, a Quranic verse, worn by the actress during Diwali celebrations.

Lori Mills, wife of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, has come into the spotlight following reports surrounding his alleged infidelity and public admission of being unfaithful. The couple met as engineering students at Oregon State University in the early 1980s and married in 1985.

The Pannun lawsuit summon tests the boundaries between international justice, sovereign immunity, national security and the responsibilities of a rising power.

In a series of posts on X on November 11, Durov made light of the espionage allegations surrounding Huang, suggesting that technology executives who are not attracted to Asian women are missing out on dating opportunities supposedly arranged by intelligence agencies.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has resigned with immediate effect after leading the company for 33 years. CFO Colette Kress has been appointed interim CEO while the board searches for a permanent successor. His departure comes amid controversy surrounding reports of two extramarital affairs

Former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah has termed the recent Kulgam and Kishtwar terror attacks an eye-opener for those claiming normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370. He also urged Pakistan to shun terrorism and initiate dialogue with India while clarifying his controversial remarks at a recent Baramulla rally.

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan attended the event alongside Danube Group Founder and Chairman Rizwan Sajan, Managing Director Adel Sajan and filmmaker Karan Johar, who hosted the evening. The launch marked the second collaboration between the Bollywood superstar and the Dubai-based developer.

From joking about the delayed delivery to fans searching for Saif ka Ghee on Blinkit and Swiggy, the actor's association with Gowardhan has become a pop-culture talking point. The buzz has also brought attention to Parag Milk Foods, the company behind Gowardhan Ghee.

Gold and silver prices declined on November 12, 2026, amid a stronger US dollar and concerns over further US interest rate hikes. Gold bullion was quoted at Rs 1,39,510 per 10 grams, while silver stood at Rs 1,83,010 per kg.

Broader markets outperformed, with the Nifty MidCap 100 rising 0.85% and SmallCap 100 gaining 1.12%. Realty stocks led sectoral gains with a 4% rally, while auto stocks remained under pressure. Analysts maintained a positive outlook, identifying 25,000 as immediate Nifty support and 25,500 as resistance.

Apple has reportedly laid off hardware programme managers as part of efforts to reduce management layers and streamline its engineering operations. Companies are reviewing workforce structures, reducing costs and adapting to changing business priorities, including the growing use of AI.

Old videos showing Microsoft employees enjoying free meals and workplace perks have resurfaced online amid discussions around the company's Voluntary Exit Offer, sparking fresh debate about corporate culture and job security.

Delhi's Diwali PM2.5 levels may have been 49% higher than official figures, reaching an estimated 400 g/m, according to a CREA analysis of missing monitoring data. Bengaluru also witnessed a sharp rise in pollution, with its AQI peaking at 141 during the three-day Deepavali period, compared with 98 last year.

A DJI Matrice 300 drone was recovered by the BSF from an agricultural field near the international border in the Samba district following a suspected drone sighting. The device has been sent for forensic examination to establish its origin, ownership, and possible flight history.

Mother Dairy also announced it was raising the prices of milk Rs 2-4 per litre, with the revised rates set to come into effect on Thursday. The biggest market for Mother Dairy, which is owned by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), is Delhi-NCR.

Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran's Greece wedding pictures have taken social media by storm, with the couple embracing dreamy pastels, earthy browns and bohemian glamour. A viral video from the sangeet ceremony shows Rajinikanth dancing to 'Manasilaayo' from the 2024 film Vettaiyan, composed by Anirudh.

Three members of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's family work at the chipmaker amid reports that its board is reviewing his future. Daughter Madison is a senior director in product marketing, son Spencer works in robotics, and son-in-law Nico Caprez is a vice-president. None has been named his successor.

ITC has increased the price of Gold Flake Premium cigarettes by Rs 10 per pack, taking the MRP to Rs 135. With 10 cigarettes in a pack, the cost of one cigarette now stands at Rs 13.50, up from Rs 12.50.

In a significant political development in Kashmir, Ruwa Shah, granddaughter of veteran separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, is reportedly in talks to join the PDP. The development comes more than two years after she publicly distanced herself from separatist ideology and pledged allegiance to the Constitution of India. PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has welcomed the possibility, while the BJP has termed the reported move an eye-opener for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir

The bullet-riddled bodies of two Special Police Officers (SPOs), who went missing while proceeding for duty in Kishtwar's Dachhan-Marwah belt, were recovered from a forest area on Thursday. Their service rifles are also missing, raising suspicion of a terrorist ambush. Security forces have launched an intensified operation to track down the perpetrators.

Sensex rose 316 points and Nifty crossed 25,300 as falling crude prices and strong FII buying lifted markets. Investors now await October CPI inflation data for further direction.

Meet five Indian leaders making an impact in 2026 across astrology, cybersecurity, digital media, home services, and autonomous drone technology: Dr. Rajan Raj, Dr. Lalit Gupta, Mohit Patel, Anjali Sardana, and Naman Pushp

Multi-hyphenate poet, lyricist, and performer Ayaz Gorakhpuri bridges classical Urdu literary heritage with modern urban life through over 150 diverse songs, including contemporary cultural pieces like Emoji Wala Dil and Burji Pav.

Amit Shah was meeting visitors and exchanging greetings when his grandson came up and began tugging at his hand. Smiling at the little one's insistence, Shah held his hand and walked with him from the stage towards the staircase before returning to greet people.

The incident reportedly took place around 9.10 pm on November 8 in Gopalpur Khadana village when a dispute broke out between Saurabh's family and their neighbours, identified as Dheeraj and Sonu, over bursting firecrackers.

Foreign institutional investors have poured nearly $6 billion into Indian equities in November, their biggest monthly investment since September 2024. Despite the recent gains, the rupee remains down around 4% year-to-date, while analysts warn it could weaken to 100 against the dollar by June 2027.

On Wednesday, November 11, the makers officially unveiled a new motion poster, revealing the movie's release date. Inji Vellam will hit screens worldwide on January 29, 2027, about a fortnight after the Pongal weekend. The motion poster features Sethupathi and Pallavi holding two little girls and smiling.

Security has been tightened across J&K following the Kulgam terror attack in which three CRPF personnel were injured. Additional forces have been deployed in sensitive areas, including Jammu, while security has been enhanced along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, the International Border and the Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route. Meanwhile, Kulgam Police have dismissed reports linking a motorcycle to the terrorists, terming the claims false and misleading.

Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran have shared their first wedding picture on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of their special day. Dressed in matching white outfits, the couple looked elegant, while another picture from the ceremony features MK Stalin, Rajinikanth and MP Dhayanidhi Maran.

Three CRPF personnel were injured after two motorcycle-borne terrorists opened fire at a security party in the Akhran area near Mir Bazar in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Wednesday. The injured personnel, belonging to the CRPF's 46th Battalion, were shifted to Anantnag Medical College Hospital for treatment.

Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh and Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal celebrated Diwali 2026 with their families and children, skipping Bollywood parties. Deepika and Katrina coincidentally twinned in yellow traditional outfits at their respective celebrations.

Gold and silver prices witnessed gains on Wednesday, November 11, supported by changing global economic conditions and movements in crude oil prices. Domestic gold prices rose to Rs 1,42,010 per 10 grams, while silver climbed to Rs 1,86,660 per kg

WhatsApp global head Kunal Shah has outlined plans to make the messaging platform simpler and more useful by introducing improvements to voice notes, groups, stickers and video features. The company also aims to make everyday services such as payments, bill payments, loans and travel-related services easier to access.

Reacting to Pandya's departure, Akash Ambani praised his contribution, commitment and leadership, recalling his journey with the franchise since 2015. Ambani also welcomed Arshdeep, saying his experience, skills and competitive spirit would strengthen MI's bowling attack

Actress Samreen Kaur announced her engagement to cricketer Arshdeep Singh through a series of romantic pictures on Instagram. Flaunting her diamond ring, she shared glimpses of the proposal and expressed happiness about their future together.

Through witty headlines, sharp satire and inventive wordplay, veteran journalist Arun Kumar chronicles the controversies, contradictions and political spectacle of Donald Trump's second term, writes Shubhangi Chowdhury reviewing the book.

Ranaut was reacting to an old video that went viral on social media after Gandhi's memoir Belonging: A Journey Of Love hit the stores yesterday. The video footage showed a family dinner attended by Indira Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Maneka Gandhi.

From his debut IPL deal of Rs 10 lakh in 2015 to becoming a Rs 18 crore player, Pandya's salary journey reflects his rise as a key all-rounder and successful captain. He has represented Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans, winning IPL titles with both franchises.

Qualcomm has begun layoffs in India, with employees sharing reports of their exits and severance packages on Reddit. One employee claims the package includes two months' notice pay, one month's salary for every year of service, RSUs, insurance, leave encashment and bonus, although Qualcomm has not officially confirmed the details

Eisenkot's Yashar party also cancelled a scheduled coalition meeting with Likud, accusing Netanyahu of prioritising political survival over national unity. The political standoff comes amid efforts to form Israel's next government.

The controversy has intensified scrutiny of the chipmaker, while Nvidia shares reportedly fell sharply, wiping out nearly $500 billion in market value. Huang also lost approximately $7.4 billion in personal wealth in a single day, briefly slipping out of the world's top 10 richest people

Indian stock markets rallied on Wednesday, with Sensex surging over 1,350 points and Nifty crossing 25,400, reaching eight-month highs. Strong foreign portfolio inflows, softer crude oil prices, positive global market cues and rupee appreciation supported investor sentiment.

IBM is ending H-1B visa and green card sponsorship for the majority of roles in its consulting division, its largest business unit, amid tighter US immigration policies under President Donald Trump. Affected employees have reportedly been given the option to continue working from outside the US or leave the company by the end of 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and UP CM Yogi Adityanath extended greetings on the occasion. In Mumbai, Bhau Beej is celebrated with sisters performing aarti, applying tilak and praying for their brothers' long life, happiness and prosperity.

The makers of Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace shared the trailer of the film on Tuesday evening. Offering a glimpse into a story of patriotism, sacrifice and the human cost of war, the film features Salman Khan as an Indian soldier. Let's take a look at what fans have to say

The new promo of Koffee With Karan 9 features Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, with Sidharth's witty ara Hindi mein batayiye (Please say that in Hindi) response leaving Karan Johar tongue-tied. Kiara also spills secrets about their sangeet night, while the couple shares fun and candid moments on the show.

HUL raises Surf Excel, Rin and Wheel prices by up to 20 percent, while Dove and Pears soaps also become costlier due to rising raw material and packaging expenses.