INDIA
In Uttar Pradesh, a Class 12 student gives his school a new staffer: an AI robot named ‘Sophie’ | Watch video
A 17-year-old Class 12 student in UP has built a Hindi-speaking AI teacher robot named Sophie using an LLM chipset, pitching it as a stand-in when teachers are absent.
INDIA
L&T, defence firms eye counter-drone tech as Sudarshan Chakra mission takes off
India has begun work on Mission Sudarshan Chakra, a new air-defence and offensive capability programme, Defence Secy Rajesh Kumar Singh said at a security summit.
INDIA
IMF’s ‘C’ grade meets 8.2% GDP: Jairam Ramesh reignites India data quality debate
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has questioned India’s 8.2% Q2 FY26 GDP print, citing the IMF’s ‘C’ grade on national accounts and an “unrealistically low” GDP deflator.
WORLD
Deadly Hong Kong estate fire: 8 fresh arrests, probe widens to graft and safety lapses as death toll hits 128
Hong Kong’s ICAC has arrested 8 more people over the Wang Fuk Court estate fire that killed at least 128, as probes widen into graft, unsafe materials and scaffolding.
WORLD
US halts all visas for Afghan passport holders after DC Guard shooting, orders tougher vetting
Trump administration halts all US asylum decisions after a DC National Guard shooting, with USCIS ordered to pause rulings until tougher vetting is done.
WORLD
What triggered Trump’s ‘permanent pause’ threat and what it means for Third World migrants
After a DC shooting by an Afghan migrant, Trump has vowed to 'permanently pause' migration from 'Third World countries'. What triggered it, and what it really means.
WORLD
Can your Green Card interview get you arrested? ICE detains spouses and parents of US citizens, spark alarm
Lawyers in San Diego say ICE is detaining visa overstays, including spouses and parents of US citizens, at USCIS Green Card interviews as federal agencies step up enforcement.
WORLD
‘Are you stupid?’ Donald Trump snaps at reporter when asked why he blames Joe Biden for DC attack
Donald Trump snapped at a reporter over questions on the DC shooting, blaming Joe Biden’s Afghan evac program as critics and supporters clash over vetting.
INDIA
Can Aadhaar decide what you watch online? SC tests age-gating after ‘India’s Got Latent’ row
Supreme Court seeks a neutral regulator for social media content, explores Aadhaar-based age checks and tougher rules on user-generated material after the ‘India’s Got Latent’ case.
INDIA
Pune woman booked for allegedly drugging, sexually assaulting man and extorting Rs 2 lakh
Pune Police book a 42-year-old woman for allegedly drugging, sexually assaulting a 47-year-old man and extorting Rs 2 lakh using obscene photos and videos.
BUSINESS
Gold quota auctions, data sharing and $100 billion trade: What India’s CEPA review with UAE changes
India and the UAE have reviewed their CEPA pact, shifting gold import quotas to auctions and pushing data, pharma and food-safety cooperation as trade tops $100 bn.
WORLD
Is Imran Khan dead? Adiala jail’s health statement answers the rumours
Adiala jail says Imran Khan is 'fully healthy' and in custody after death rumours, even as his sisters allege assault and denial of access outside the prison.
INDIA
S-400 ‘gamechanger’: India reportedly plans more squadrons, Rs 10,000 cr missile order after Op Sindoor
India plans to push for more S-400 squadrons and clear Rs 63,000 crore Su-30 upgrade at the Modi–Putin summit, balancing Russia and US defence ties.
BUSINESS
‘Big Short’ vs Nvidia: Michael Burry’s AI bubble warning and the chip giant’s memo to Wall Street
Michael Burry is warning of an AI bubble and shorting Nvidia. The chip giant has replied with a memo to Wall Street. Our explainer breaks down the fight.
INDIA
Dismissal of Christian officer who didn't enter Gurdwara: How Army veterans view SC's stern observations
The Supreme Court has upheld the dismissal of Lt Samuel Kamalesan, a Christian officer. Veterans explain what the ruling means for faith, discipline and the Army’s secular ethos.
INDIA
Modi meets Canada’s Carney, Italy’s Meloni at G20: trade, defence, space and AI top the agenda
Modi met Canada PM Mark Carney and Italy PM Giorgia Meloni at G20, pushing CEPA trade talks, defence-space ties, AI, and counter-terror finance.
WORLD
'Zero gratitude': Trump lashes out at Kyiv while US-backed 28-point plan faces scrutiny in Geneva
Trump says Ukraine shows ‘zero gratitude’ as Geneva talks weigh a 28-point peace plan with major concessions to Russia; Europe questions its authorship.
INDIA
First mineral auction in J&K: Centre launches limestone block bidding in Anantnag, Rajouri, Poonch
Jammu & Kashmir will launch its first limestone block auction on Nov 24. Seven blocks across 314 hectares go up for e-auction under MMDR rules.
BUSINESS
Should you expect a new payslip and a new roster? What the new labour codes mean for employees
New labour codes are in force. Basic pay must be 50% of CTC, PF/gratuity rise, take-home may dip.
WORLD
Trump’s DOGE quietly shuts down early, with eight months still left on its charter
Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency has disbanded early, Reuters reports. Damages claimed were unverifiable; OPM takes over functions.
BUSINESS
Don’t touch IPOs on day one: JM Financial’s Vishal Kampani warns retail of lock-in selloff risk
JM Financial’s Vishal Kampani urges retail to avoid day-one IPO buys, warns lock-in expiry supply can cap gains; Rs 1.2 lakh cr pipeline.
BUSINESS
Rich Dad Poor Dad author revives 2013 ‘prophecy’, says markets are crashing now; touts silver’s $200 target
Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 2025 global market crash, links it to AI-driven job losses, and urges buying silver, gold, Bitcoin and Ethereum.
INDIA
Which Delhi district will you belong to next? Cabinet reportedly approves 13-district blueprint in principle
Delhi Cabinet clears plan to increase revenue districts from 11 to 13 and SDM offices from 33 to 39; ABP News says file work to move closer to residents.
INDIA
Uranium in breastmilk? Bihar study finds U-238 in every sample, hazard marker raised for 70% infants
Study in six Bihar districts finds uranium (U238) in all breastmilk samples; 70% infants show potential risk, but levels stay below limits.
