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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.

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's special puja at the famous Hasanamba temple here drew the ire of devotees, who allegedly had to wait for hours for darshan, with some expressing their anger by throwing footwear at an LED screen displaying visuals of him performing the ritual.

The Ladakh Administration has announced the schedule for Panchayat, Municipal Council and LAHDC elections, with polling for local bodies scheduled for November 21 and elections to all eight Hill Development Councils on December 4. Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra assured adequate winter arrangements at polling stations and highlighted the reservation of 36 out of 100 LAHDC seats for women.

Meghan Markle made her first public appearance since her father Thomas Markle was charged with possessing child sexual abuse material. She accompanied Prince Harry to an online child safety event in Brussels but withdrew from her scheduled speech, with Harry addressing the gathering alone.

Gold and silver prices slipped on November 10 after a strong rally in the previous session as investors booked profits and awaited US inflation data. Spot gold fell 0.3 per cent to $4,128.48 per ounce, while silver declined 0.3 per cent to $53.25

Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya escaped a fire at their Andheri building with their twin sons, but their 56-year-old watchman, Dhanpat, lost his life. Divyanka paid an emotional tribute, recalling how he had blessed her newborn boys.

The 30-minute electric-powered cruise will operate between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, with facilities including food and gaming zones, a musical fountain show and plans for water sports activities

A complete shutdown was observed in Kargil following a call by the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) against holding LAHDC elections during winter. The KDA, Ladakh MP Mohammad Hanifa and Leh Apex Body have demanded postponement of the polls until April-May and a review of the delimitation process, citing harsh weather conditions, connectivity challenges and concerns over adequate voter participation.

Kalyan and Anna, a Russian citizen, got married in 2013 and have a daughter and a son. This is his third marriage. He married his first wife, Nandini, in 1997, and the two separated in 1999. In 2009, he married Renu Desai. They had a son and a daughter before divorcing in 2012.

Indian stock markets remained closed on November 10 for Diwali-Balipratipada, with trading scheduled to resume on November 11. In the previous session, Sensex and Nifty ended higher, while the Nifty 500 extended its winning streak to seven sessions.

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has recalled breaking down in tears while watching the demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992. In her memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, she reflects on the incident, describing the challenges of preserving India's secular identity.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's wife, Lori Huang, could potentially receive up to $81.1 billion (approximately 7.62 lakh crore) in a hypothetical divorce settlement, according to media reports. However, the couple has not announced any divorce plans, and the figure is speculative.

Karnataka Police have recovered all seven bodies in the alleged mass murder of members of a single family, with the investigation now focusing on establishing the motive. The accused told investigators that mental harassment by his wife and her family, along with property disputes, drove him to commit the killings. H

The White House was placed under lockdown after a driver crashed into a sign near Lafayette Square on Monday. The driver reportedly clashed physically with Secret Service personnel and National Guard members before being detained. President Donald Trump was inside the White House

Mumbai Fire Brigade received 142 fire calls on November 8, of which 137 were attributed to firecrackers, making it one of the busiest days for the department in recent times. Region 4, covering Borivli to Kandivli, tops the list with 53 calls

10-year-old boy, identified as Rishi, died after a firecracker exploded while he was celebrating Diwali in Delhi's Narela area. His family has accused Satyawadi Raja Harish Chandra Hospital of medical negligence, alleging delayed treatment and claiming that his body was transferred for post-mortem without informing them.

Her remarks drew sarcastic reactions online amid concerns over Kolkata's post-Diwali air pollution. Kolkata recorded an average AQI of 301 on Diwali, placing it in the 'very poor' category.

Qatar is stepping up mediation efforts, with its Prime Minister set to meet Trump in Washington. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has also signalled Tehran's willingness to negotiate, although differences over sanctions, the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear programme continue to hinder a peace agreement.

Farah Khan has called out online portals for sharing videos that falsely claimed a fire had broken out at her Mumbai home. She clarified that the fire was at an under-construction building and not her residence. Sideos.

Gold and silver extended their recovery on MCX on Monday, with gold touching 1,44,400 per 10 grams and silver hitting 1,89,399 per kg. Both metals pared some gains later in the session. Investors are now tracking US inflation data due Tuesday for clues on the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook.

Poor construction quality at transit accommodation for Kashmiri migrant employees in Zewan, Srinagar, has come under scrutiny within a week of its inauguration. A viral video shows rooftop water overflow flooding flats, with water reportedly entering through ceiling fans, raising serious questions about construction standards and official negligence.

The move is expected to save consumers around Rs 3,540.38 crore annually, with 679 brands reporting price reductions of more than 50 per cent and the highest cut reaching 96.45 per cent. Consumers can check revised prices through the Pharma Sahi Daam app or NPPA website.

AIIMS Delhi reported 42 burn injury cases linked to Diwali 2026 celebrations. 37 were caused by firecrackers, while 11 patients suffered major burns and four were admitted to the ICU. The hospital also reported injuries among 18 children below the age of 18

The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has raised concerns over the ongoing debate surrounding the use of firecrackers in Delhi during Diwali, questioning whether an outright ban on their sale would guarantee better air quality in the national capital.

Nvidia shares plunged 9.26 per cent in their sharpest single-day decline since the DeepSeek shock, pushing the chipmaker into negative territory for 2026 and triggering a wider sell-off in US technology stocks. CEO Jensen Huang's net worth dropped by $15.1 billion to $150.9 billion

The Kapoor family celebrated Diwali 2026 with a festive gathering at their Krishna Raj bungalow in Mumbai. Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor and other family members shared glimpses of their celebrations on Instagram.

Sensex gained 107 points and Nifty rose 58 points as late buying reversed sharp intraday losses, helping both benchmarks finish higher despite volatile trading.