US vetoes UN resolution backed by many nations demanding immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza
The voting on the resolution came after UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in a rare move, had invoked Article 99 of the UN Charter to appeal to the Security Council for a humanitarian ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict and to avert a "humanitarian catastrophe, which he said has potentially irreversible implications for Palestinians and peace and security in the region.
Gold slides over 1% as strong US jobs data clouds rate cut bets
Spot gold fell 1.4% to $2,000.49 per ounce by 2:15 p.m. ET (1915 GMT) after hitting a session low of $1,994.49 earlier. Prices were down 3.4% so far for their worst week in ten.
Volunteers wade through Chennai's inundated areas, distribute food, rescue affected
Dedicated volunteers walked through thigh-high water in the residential areas of Pattalam, Pattinapakkam, and Varadarajapuram in Kancheepuram, and distributed food and rescued the marooned through boats.
India announces $1 million immediate relief assistance to Papua New Guinea in the wake of volcanic eruption
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said India extended deep sympathy to the government and the people of Papua New Guinea for the damage and destruction caused by the disaster.
ICC Rankings: Ravi Bishnoi becomes world's No.1 T20I bowler
The 23-year-old was India's go-to bowler in the just-concluded series against Australia, taking nine wickets from five games.
Silkyara Tunnel collapse: Plasma cutter flown in to remove auger blades from rubble
The rescue effort began November 12 when a portion of the under-construction tunnel on Uttarakhand's Char Dham route collapsed following a landslide, cutting off the exit for the workers inside.
Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Operation to rescue 41 workers trapped in Silkyara tunnel may take long time: NDMA
Drilling at the collapsed portion of the Silkyara tunnel to rescue the trapped men halted again on November 24 night after the auger machine engaged in drilling through the rubble to prepare an escape passage faced a hurdle, apparently a metal object, and busted.
UK PM Rishi Sunak gets small bump in opinion polls after crowd-pleasing tax cuts
It is the highest rating since mid-September and only three points below Sunak's highest-ever rating last April, the newspaper analysis notes.
Vivo PMLA case: Delhi court extends judicial custody of four accused till Dec 7
The four arrested are Lava International Managing Director Hari Om Rai, Chinese national Guangwen alias Andrew Kuang, and chartered accountants Nitin Garg and Rajan Malik.
Workers may be rescued in few hours or by tomorrow: NDMA on Silkyara tunnel collapse
Briefing media about the ongoing rescue operations, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) member Lt Gen (retd) Syed Ata Hasnain, also added that it would not be fair to speculate on the timeline for rescue operations as it is just like fighting a war.
Lashkar terrorist killed in encounter in JK's Rajouri
Four Army personnel, including two captains of special forces, were killed and two others injured in the encounter on November 22.
'It will help her before 2024 polls': Mamata on expulsion recommendation against Mahua Moitra
Last week, Moitra, who is facing recommendations for expulsion from Lok Sabha, was tasked with strengthening the party's organisation in Nadia district, in a clear message of support from the TMC.
India announce 26-member contingent for Junior World Boxing Championships
The Indian junior squad will be high on confidence after their recent exploits at the 2023 Asian Youth and Junior Boxing Championships, wherein they won a total of 21 medals, including 13 medals for girls and eight for boys.
Bhutan, India and Nepal collaborate to counter wildlife trafficking in South Asia
The first Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop under this project commenced on November 21 at Dehradun in Uttarakhand and will culminate on November 29 in New Delhi, officials said.
Trudeau highlights need of action to uphold rule of law and international law during virtual G20 Leaders' Summit hosted by India
India had designated Nijjar as a terrorist in 2020. India has rejected Trudeau's allegations as "absurd" and "motivated". Prime Minister Trudeau participated in a virtual G20 Leaders' Summit hosted by India, following the in-person G20 Leaders' Summit in New Delhi last September.
Adoption: SC directs states, UTs to carry out drive to identify children for adoption in childcare institutions
The bench also directed all states and UTs to compile and submit to the CARA Director data on Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act (HAMA) adoptions by January 31, 2024.
Health Ministry releases draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill
According to the draft, the Pharmacy Ethics and Registration Board will maintain a National Pharmacy Register which will have details of pharmacy professionals to ensure transparency.
Rohit Sharma 'probably the most unlucky man in the world': Travis Head
Head dominated the Indian bowlers on way to a match-winning 120-ball 137 to help Australia complete a chase of 241 with six wickets to spare for a record-extending sixth title in the tournament that started way back in 1975.
World Cup 2023: Australia's record sixth title win and other statistical highlights
Australia recorded their sixth World Cup win by beating India in the final of the 2023 edition. They have title wins in 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015.
Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Drilling on hold, rescue workers prep for multi-pronged approach
Boring through the debris of the collapsed 60-metre stretch from the Silkyara end was put on hold Friday afternoon when the American-made heavy-duty auger machine encountered a hard obstacle after about 22 metres.
Unknown flying object affects flight services in Manipur
An official of the Air Traffic Control (ATC) said they received a message from the CISF at 2.30 pm, informing them that a UFO was found near the airport.
PM Modi, Australia's Deputy PM arrive in Ahmedabad to watch WC cricket final
Batting first, the Indian team has been bowled out at 240 in the high-stake final of the tournament.
Railways should roll back dynamic pricing, give priority to safety of passengers: Mamata Banerjee
Banerjee, a former railway minister, claimed that train fares were sometimes higher than flight tickets, following reports that ticket costs rose astronomically this week on various routes during the ongoing festive season.
Key points: How Australia managed to dominate mighty Indian batting unit
Their dominance over the hosts had multiple focal points to it, while India made a couple of moments of their own through fifties by Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. Here's a closer look at important moments in the match.
