Gurugram Police have arrested Jatin, 21, for the murder of 35-year-old Deepak in Sidhrawali village on Diwali night. The killing was reportedly motivated by a previous enmity, as Deepak had assaulted Jatin's brother six months prior. Deepak, who had a criminal record, was found shot dead in his car. Police are searching for Jatin's accomplice.
Police in Baghpat have announced a Rs 10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of two absconding accused involved in the shooting of a President's Bodyguard (PBG) jawan. The incident occurred on November 8 during a clash over firecrackers, where the jawan, Saurabh, was hit in the head by a ricocheting bullet. He is currently stable.
Sunrisers Hyderabad co-owner Kavya Maran has married music composer Anirudh Ravichander. The couple celebrated their wedding in Greece on November 11, with SRH sharing pictures and well wishes on social media.
Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed that a Saudi Arabia-flagged oil tanker, carrying three Indian seafarers, was involved in a possible attack in the Strait of Hormuz. All Indian nationals and the entire crew are reported safe, and the situation is being continuously monitored.
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured, one critically, after two heavily armed terrorists opened fire at a CRPF post in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district. Security agencies suspect the involvement of Mohammed Lateef Bhat, a local commander of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) outfit.
The IPL trading window is active, with the retention list due post-November 16 and the mini-auction on December 16. Several significant player trades have already occurred, including high-profile moves like Hardik Pandya to Punjab Kings and Rishabh Pant returning to Delhi Capitals, alongside other strategic transfers involving T Natarajan, Zeeshan Ansari, Liam Livingstone, Jack Edwards, Khaleel Ahmed, and Nathan Ellis.
The 2018 'Sandpapergate' ball-tampering controversy has resurfaced following claims by former Australia batter Usman Khawaja in his autobiography. Khawaja alleges that the entire Australian team was aware of ball-tampering practices, including lifting the quarter seam during the 2017-18 Ashes and using sandpaper before the Cape Town Test. England Test captain Joe Root has declined to speculate on the revelations, while Australia batter Peter Handscomb also refused to comment, emphasizing the need to move on from off-field discussions.
Police in Bhubaneswar have arrested a ninth person, Somanath Gajendra, in connection with the death of a 21-year-old man, Tapu Nayak, during celebratory firing on November 4. Gajendra is accused of helping dispose of the illegally procured pistol used in the incident.
A 14-year-old Dalit girl in Bhadohi was allegedly raped repeatedly by a 45-year-old man, resulting in her being four months pregnant. The incident came to light when her health deteriorated, and doctors revealed her pregnancy. The accused has been arrested, and a case has been registered under various acts, including POCSO and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Former India sprinter Ashwini Nachappa claimed she withdrew from the Indian Olympic Association's Sportspersons of Merit (SOMs) elections due to "external pressure," raising concerns about transparency. Her withdrawal, along with others, occurred just before the virtual elections, which also saw complaints of code of conduct violations against Dola Banerjee and alleged misuse of IOA resources.
Mumbai City FC has announced the signing of Brazilian attacking midfielder Hadrian Benavenuto Dos Santos, a 30-year-old left-footed player, to strengthen their squad following a season-ending injury to Leandro.
India's Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei has reached the men's 50kg boxing final at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, securing a dominant 5-0 win in the semifinals. This achievement marks the end of a 16-year wait for an Indian boxer in a Youth Olympics final, matching a milestone set in 2010.
Gujarat Police have arrested Balbhadra Ramcharan Maharana, a 40-year-old man, in Surat for the murder of 76-year-old Kunjalata Nanda during a robbery at her Bhubaneswar residence. Maharana, who was Nanda's caretaker, had been absconding since the November 3 incident and was planning to flee to Delhi when apprehended.
A DCP-rank officer has been appointed to investigate the murder of seven family members in Bengaluru, aiming to expedite evidence collection and chargesheet filing. The accused, cab driver Indusekar alias Sekar, allegedly killed his wife's family over domestic disputes and disposed of bodies across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The case emerged from a missing person complaint, leading to the recovery of all seven bodies and the arrest of the accused.
Sonia Gandhi's memoir "Belonging: A Journey Of Love" details the political targeting of her son, Rahul Gandhi, by the BJP and Narendra Modi government. She asserts that neither she nor Rahul received any monetary benefit from the National Herald revival process, despite facing legal challenges. The book also touches upon the legal issues faced by Priyanka Gandhi's husband, Robert Vadra, and highlights the family's resilience.
A 26-year-old tourist from Noida died after falling from a tandem paraglider at the Bir-Billing site in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. This incident, the fourth in the district within a month, has reignited concerns about the safety of commercial paragliding operations, leading to calls for stricter regulations and inspections. An FIR has been registered against the pilot.
A viral video from the engine cab of the Kolkata-Sairang Express, which derailed near Guwahati, shows the loco pilot and assistant loco pilot struggling to stop the train despite applying all brakes. While the crew member in panic stated brake pressure wasn't dropping, experts note the gauge showed zero pressure, indicating a potential functional error in the braking system that prevented the train from stopping.
The 14th leg of the 2026 Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour is set to begin in Jaipur, with Vani Kapoor and Ridhima Dilawari as the leading contenders. Both players have shown exceptional form this season, with Dilawari leading the Order of Merit and Kapoor recently achieving a strong international finish. The event will also feature other season winners and promising young talents, all vying for victory as the tour nears its conclusion.
Delhi Police has detained a 17-year-old Class 12 student from Srinagar for allegedly impersonating police officials and forging a senior officer's signature. The student sent fake notices to social media platform X, requesting the blocking of accounts belonging to the Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) and the Software Freedom Law Centre. The forgery came to light during a Delhi High Court hearing.
A Mumbai Police head constable, Anand Naik, has been booked for allegedly sexually and mentally harassing a female colleague over the last three years. The FIR was registered at Tardeo police station after the woman constable filed a complaint, alleging repeated demands for sexual favours.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued new Domestic Money Transfer (DMT) Directions, 2026, allowing walk-in bank customers to remit up to Rs 50,000 to a beneficiary's account via NEFT. These guidelines aim to harmonise existing instructions and facilitate small-value fund transfers, especially for individuals lacking formal banking access. The directives also cover cash pay-in and pay-out services through Business Correspondents and ATMs, while mandating robust safeguard systems for secure and timely transactions.
Sri Lanka has successfully conducted its first official trial of an electric-powered passenger drone, the Chinese-made EHang E216, at Colombo Port City. Aviation Minister Anura Karunatilaka participated in the flight, marking a significant step towards future commercial drone services in the country.
Jhalawar Police have dismantled an interstate syndicate that used AI tools and digital arrest traps to extort money, leading to the suicide of a 56-year-old woman. Six individuals, including four women from Bihar, have been apprehended, and three minors detained, following an extensive investigation that traced the gang 1,500 km away.
Jhalawar Police have dismantled an interstate syndicate that used AI tools and digital arrest scams to extort money, leading to the suicide of a 56-year-old woman. Six individuals, including four women, were arrested from Bihar, and three minors were detained in connection with the case. The gang lured victims with fake old-coin trading schemes and employed psychological torture, including AI-generated threatening videos, to coerce them.
A special MCOCA court in Mumbai extended the police custody of five accused, including the alleged shooter, in the firing case involving actor Tiger Shroff's car until November 16. Police sought further custody to confront them with Suneha Pandit, sister-in-law of gang leader Anil Pandit, who was arrested on November 1. Authorities are also verifying the alleged shooter Phool Singh's claim of being a minor. So far, 13 people have been arrested in connection with the October 18 incident.
The body of a 19-year-old youth, Pankaj Gope, who went missing on Monday night, was discovered in a bush in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharsawan district on Tuesday. Police have launched an investigation, questioned the victim's parents, seized his mobile phone, and are interrogating suspects after a complaint was lodged against unidentified persons.
India A has announced its squads for the upcoming home series against England, featuring T20Is, ODIs, and a multi-day match. Anushka Sharma will captain the limited-overs teams, while Minnu Mani leads the multi-day squad. The series will be played in Pune and Mumbai, starting November 30.
India defeated Maldives 1-0 in their Group B match at the SAFF Championships, securing a spot in the semifinals. Suhail Ahmad Bhat scored the winning goal from a penalty in the first half. India, fielding a young squad, needed a draw or win to qualify.
England batter Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the white-ball tour of Australia due to a setback in his recovery from a knee injury, the England and Wales Cricket Board announced on Wednesday. He had surgery in September but a recent scan confirmed he cannot participate.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has claimed that 20 to 22 MLAs from the Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction might break away, hinting at significant political shifts in Maharashtra. He also criticised the ruling Mahayuti's conduct in the Gokul Dairy polls, alleging undemocratic practices and that victory was snatched from the Congress panel.
Gaganjeet Bhullar, Sachin Baisoya, and Arjun Prasad are tied for the lead after the opening round of the Phoenix Invitational 2026 Hyderabad. The trio carded six-under-par 66s at the Vooty Golf County on Wednesday, holding a one-shot advantage over four other players. Bhullar, a seasoned pro, impressed despite playing the course for the first time.
India pacer Arshdeep Singh announced his engagement to Samreen Kaur on November 11, 2026, and also completed a significant IPL trade, moving to Mumbai Indians from Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore ahead of IPL 2027.
A man was arrested in Nalagarh, Solan district, for allegedly firing at another man over an old land dispute. The victim sustained serious injuries and is undergoing treatment. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to AIIMS in New Delhi on Wednesday after he fell unconscious during his morning walk. The 75-year-old is under medical evaluation in the cardio-neuro centre and has a history of similar episodes, including a previous angioplasty in March 2025 and other fainting spells.
Manchester United executives are reportedly meeting with minority owner Jim Ratcliffe this week to discuss manager Michael Carrick's future following a poor start to the Premier League season. With Carrick's position under pressure, several high-profile managers, including Mauricio Pochettino, Eddie Howe, Julian Nagelsmann, and Antonio Conte, are being considered as potential replacements for one of English football's most demanding roles.
A Delhi court has granted bail to Rukhsana, accused of luring a minor boy into selling narcotic substances. The court noted that the recovered drug quantity was "intermediate," making stringent bail conditions under the NDPS Act inapplicable. Rukhsana, in custody since September 22, was granted bail on a personal bond of Rs 25,000 with conditions to prevent tampering or influencing witnesses.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has proposed a phased redevelopment of Mumbai International Airport's Terminal 1 (T1). The plan aims to keep the existing facility operational until its replacement is ready, preventing flight disruptions. This alternative sequence involves developing a new terminal section before demolishing the old one, addressing structural concerns and increasing passenger capacity from 15 MPPA to 20 MPPA by March 2029.
Police in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, detained Tosif Malik under the PIT-NDPS Act on Wednesday as part of an intensified crackdown on drug trafficking. Malik faces multiple NDPS Act cases and has been lodged in district jail.
Niraj Kumar won a bronze medal in the men's 50m rifle 3-positions event at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, securing India's second quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. He shot 346.5 in the final, narrowly missing silver. India also claimed a team bronze in the event.
Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill are the only Indian cricketers in the top 10 of the latest ICC Test batting rankings, holding eighth and tenth positions respectively. Afghanistan's Rahmat Shah made history by becoming the first player from his country to enter the top 10 in any ICC Test Player Rankings category, climbing to seventh after a century against Zimbabwe. Jasprit Bumrah remains fifth in Test bowlers' rankings, while Ravindra Jadeja is second in all-rounders. Recent ODI rankings also saw Indian bowlers Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, and Gurnoor Brar making gains.
