Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court has granted actor Nora Fatehi exemption from personal appearance in the Rs 200 crore extortion case involving Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The court has now directed her to appear on November 6 to record her deposition. Fatehi missed the hearing due to short notice and prior work commitments. Her legal team clarified that she is not an accused in the case, but is appearing solely as a prosecution witness to assist the court.
bollywoodhungama.com
A 65-year-old woman in Maharashtra's Palghar district was killed in a leopard attack on Sunday evening. The animal, identified as a leopard, bit her neck, leading to her death. Villagers are demanding camera and cage installations to capture the leopard and prevent future attacks, threatening a protest if their demands are not met.
freepressjournal.in
Eight labourers were electrocuted at a road construction site in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district on Monday after a gravel-mixing machine came into contact with a high-tension power line. The incident occurred in Chhapoli village, triggering an electric current that passed through the equipment and electrocuted the workers. The exact circumstances of the accident are still under investigation.
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At least 18 people were killed and five injured in a Russian attack on a Ukrainian village on Monday. Officials said nine aerial bombs hit a school in Komyshuvakha where residents were gathering to receive weekly humanitarian aid. A second strike then hit a shelter at the site. Rescue teams are searching for 27 missing people trapped under the rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack, while Russia has not yet commented.
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recommended reducing long-term capital gains tax for foreign investors and exempting domestic mutual fund investors from LTCG tax when switching between schemes. The proposals aim to improve India's investment appeal and encourage foreign portfolio inflows, amid a record $31 billion foreign equity withdrawal this year. The recommendations are non-binding and await government approval.
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India
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered all schools in Haryana to strictly comply with guidelines aimed at preventing student suicides and bullying. The court directed schools to cover complaints of bullying and harassment based on gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and ensure prompt and confidential handling of such complaints. The guidelines, which were issued by the Supreme Court in 2025, were already in force, but the High Court observed that their effective implementation was the real issue.
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Entertainment
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma defended recent A-rated Bollywood blockbusters, including Animal and Dhurandhar, against criticism that they glorify violence. He compared blaming films for rising violence to blaming the Indian epic Ramayana for kidnappings, arguing that films aim to provoke emotions and startle audiences. Varma has previously praised both films, with one director countering that modern action films feature alpha-male heroes responsible for violence, rather than villains.
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India
India plans to export its Vande Bharat trains to foreign countries within 3-4 years, according to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The government aims to stabilize domestic operations, standardize regional configurations, and scale production to target international markets. This move is part of the railway sector's long-term vision to expand its global presence.
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India
Heavy rainfall in Baramati, Pune district, caused waterlogging, disrupting traffic and turning roads into streams. The city received 158 mm of rain by 7 am on Monday, with water accumulating on roads and in low-lying areas, posing concerns for vehicle movement and drainage. The rain brought relief to farmers, but also raised concerns about potential damage to orchards and crops.
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India
The Indian Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth ₹53,866.50 crore with two shipyards to build eight Next Generation Corvettes, marking a significant step in India's indigenous warship design and construction capabilities. The corvettes will be equipped with advanced missiles and systems, strengthening the Indian Navy's maritime trade route security and operational capabilities. The project aims to promote self-reliance in defence manufacturing and support Indian industries.
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Politics
Nisha Khicher, Rajasthan State Vice President of the Indian Youth Congress, has been accused of vandalising a Delhi Police vehicle with a spray can. She allegedly used a spray can to deface the vehicle. The incident raises questions about the party's disciplinary actions against its members.
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Sports
PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen won the women's and men's singles titles respectively at the HYLO Open 2026 in Saarbrücken, Germany. Sindhu beat Denmark's Line Højmark Kjærsfeldt 21-12, 21-14, while Sen defeated Indonesia's Jonatan Christie 21-17, 21-10. This marks India's first double singles win at a Super 500-or-higher event abroad since 2014.
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World
Five teenagers, aged 16 and 17, were seriously injured in a stabbing incident at a Halloween party in Chandler's Ford, Hampshire, on Saturday. An unknown group is believed to have entered the party before the stabbings, and police are appealing for witnesses and information. The investigation is ongoing, with a police cordon still in place.
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India
AAP MLA Singh resigned on November 1, 2026, citing completion of 90% of his duties and pushing a 'Punjab First' vision. He joins fellow AAP MLAs Chetan Singh Jouramajra and Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, who quit the party's primary membership after the 2027 election candidate list was dropped. Speculation suggests the trio may join the BJP, amid AAP's internal tensions.
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India
A woman from Uttar Pradesh claims she was robbed of ₹2.5 lakh worth of jewellery and ₹25,000 cash in a First AC coach at Lucknow station on November 1, 2026. Despite pulling the emergency chain four times, she received no help from Railway Protection Force (RPF) or staff. The incident is being investigated, raising concerns over safety in top coaches and emergency responses.
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Entertainment
Bollywood director Sanjay Gupta, 59, died after a sudden fall at his home in Mumbai. His wife, Anuradha, has requested media privacy as she and their two young children grieve his loss, citing the distress caused by paparazzi intrusion. Anuradha has asked the media to delete videos of her 13-year-old daughter's reaction to the news.
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Economy
The world's oil inventories have dwindled by nearly 1 billion barrels since the US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Diesel stockpiles are at 35-year lows, and prices have surged to record highs, posing inflation and cost-of-living threats to governments and consumers. The International Energy Agency has released over 20 million barrels of diesel to boost supply and cool prices.
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India
A police station in-charge was killed in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district after being run over by a truck suspected of transporting illicit liquor during an interception operation. The driver was arrested and the truck seized, with an investigation underway to establish the source of the consignment. The incident is part of a wider crackdown on the illicit liquor trade following a series of suspected hooch deaths in the state.
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India
Two foreign nationals, a German and a Slovakian, died in a suspected electrocution incident at a luxury hotel in Bengaluru, India. The victims, who were resting in the hotel's swimming pool, were identified as Alexander Theiss and Juraj Horvat. The incident has raised concerns about electrical safety standards and emergency preparedness at high-end hotels.
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Entertainment
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has been named the new brand ambassador for Hindustan Unilever’s Brooke Bond Taj Mahal Tea. He stars in the brand's latest campaign film titled ‘Awaken Your Masterpiece’, which is now live on digital platforms. The film explores how taking a tea break helps Rahman overcome a creative block and regain inspiration. This collaboration carries forward the brand's long legacy of associating with music, previously highlighted by tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain.
bollywoodhungama.com
The world's oil inventories have dwindled by nearly 1 billion barrels since the US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Diesel stockpiles are at 35-year lows, and prices have surged to record highs, posing inflation and cost-of-living threats to governments and consumers. The International Energy Agency has released over 20 million barrels of diesel to boost supply and cool prices.
thehindubusinessline.com
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recommended removing the 12.5% long-term capital gains tax for foreign portfolio investors to curb massive outflows of $31 billion from Indian equities. The move aims to boost lagging market performance. SEBI also proposed tax exemptions for domestic mutual fund investors switching between schemes.
Fortune India
The Indian defence ministry has signed contracts with two state-run shipbuilders to procure eight warships for the Indian Navy. The projects will be indigenously designed and constructed by Defence Public Sector Undertakings, marking a significant milestone in India's indigenous warship design capabilities. The contracts are worth Rs 53,866 crore and will see Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited and Goa Shipyard Limited construct five and three warships respectively.
thehindubusinessline.com
Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court has granted actor Nora Fatehi exemption from personal appearance in the Rs 200 crore extortion case involving Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The court has now directed her to appear on November 6 to record her deposition. Fatehi missed the hearing due to short notice and prior work commitments. Her legal team clarified that she is not an accused in the case, but is appearing solely as a prosecution witness to assist the court.
bollywoodhungama.com
Tips Films and Tips Music have joined hands with actor Emraan Hashmi for his upcoming musical horror film, Rooh. Directed by Mayank Sharma, the movie blends horror and romance with music at its core. Produced by Kumar Taurani, Girissh Kumar, Vikram Khakhar, and Sunny Khanna, the project marks another collaboration between Hashmi and Taurani after his debut film Footpath. Rooh is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2027 across Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.
bollywoodhungama.com
The Bombay High Court has granted legal protection against piracy to the upcoming movie Ramayana: Part 1. Justice Madhav Jamdar issued an order to stop unauthorized recording, streaming, and digital sharing of the film's content. The injunction allows makers to quickly block illegal links and mirror websites across online platforms like Google. Rights holder Godpower Media filed the suit citing piracy concerns and the project's Rs 2,000 crore budget. The Nitesh Tiwari directorial stars Ranbir Kapoor.
bollywoodhungama.com
A viral social media trend claimed Sania Mirza donated her tennis academy land for mosque construction, but fact-checks and her father's statement revealed the images are AI-generated fakes. The original 2006 grant from Andhra Pradesh was for the tennis academy, not for mosque construction. The Hyderabad academy site remains operational.
The Bridge Report
The Chevella police raided an LG Farmhouse party in Hyderabad, detaining 108 students, mostly from ICFAI and IBS colleges. Four students tested positive for cannabis, and a large quantity of liquor, seven cars, and 70 mobile phones were seized. A case has been registered under excise and narcotics laws, with students questioned and further investigation ongoing.
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Eight individuals were arrested along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura after a violent mob attacked Border Security Force (BSF) jawans during an anti-smuggling raid in Boxanagar. The aggressive crowd vandalized operational vehicles and attempted to snatch weapons from the security personnel. Authorities have registered an FIR, and security forces have initiated strict legal action against all perpetrators involved.
TOI
A 78-year-old paediatrician, Dr. P. Krishnan, has been sentenced to 47 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl at his clinic in Kasaragod district in 2020. The court found him guilty under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. He will serve 20 years in prison, with an additional fine of ₹1.25 lakh.
thehindu.com
A 65-year-old woman in Maharashtra's Palghar district was killed in a leopard attack on Sunday evening. The animal, identified as a leopard, bit her neck, leading to her death. Villagers are demanding camera and cage installations to capture the leopard and prevent future attacks, threatening a protest if their demands are not met.
freepressjournal.in
Nisha Khicher, Rajasthan State Vice President of the Indian Youth Congress, has been accused of vandalising a Delhi Police vehicle with a spray can. She allegedly used a spray can to deface the vehicle. The incident raises questions about the party's disciplinary actions against its members.
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The INDIA bloc, led by top opposition figures including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, staged a massive "Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao" rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan. Protesters accused the Election Commission of facilitating widespread "vote chori" and demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. In response, the BJP dismissed the event as a empty "flop show" and "political theatre.
The Hindu
PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen won the women's and men's singles titles respectively at the HYLO Open 2026 in Saarbrücken, Germany. Sindhu beat Denmark's Line Højmark Kjærsfeldt 21-12, 21-14, while Sen defeated Indonesia's Jonatan Christie 21-17, 21-10. This marks India's first double singles win at a Super 500-or-higher event abroad since 2014.
Free Press Journal
Chennai Super Kings are set to release Prashant Veer, the ₹14.2 crore all-rounder, to free up funds for the upcoming mini-auction on December 16. Veer, a potential long-term replacement for Ravindra Jadeja, had a quiet debut season due to a shoulder injury. He was bought for a record-breaking ₹14.20 crore in the previous auction.
Cricbuzz
New Zealand defeated India by 7 wickets in the fifth T20I in Hamilton, though India secured the overall series 3–2. Tim Seifert smashed a powerful 93 and Glenn Phillips anchored the chase with an unbeaten 65, setting a new world record for the most runs scored in a bilateral T20I series.
TOI
At least 18 people were killed and five injured in a Russian attack on a Ukrainian village on Monday. Officials said nine aerial bombs hit a school in Komyshuvakha where residents were gathering to receive weekly humanitarian aid. A second strike then hit a shelter at the site. Rescue teams are searching for 27 missing people trapped under the rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack, while Russia has not yet commented.
bbc.co.uk
Five teenagers, aged 16 and 17, were seriously injured in a stabbing incident at a Halloween party in Chandler's Ford, Hampshire, on Saturday. An unknown group is believed to have entered the party before the stabbings, and police are appealing for witnesses and information. The investigation is ongoing, with a police cordon still in place.
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