The Economic Offence Wing (EOW) of Odisha Police conducted raids on the properties of former Rajya Sabha member Nekkenti Bhaskar Rao and his family in Rayagada and Bhubaneswar. The raids are part of an investigation into large-scale financial irregularities, criminal misappropriation of funds, extortion, and criminal intimidation involving a truck owners' association.
'Not every couple with fertility issues requires IVF,' says Dr Rohan Palshetkar, IVF specialist, endoscopic surgeon, obstetrician and gynaecologist.
Senior NCP leader Praful Patel met NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, stating that despite political differences, their family relations remain strong. They discussed the political situation, and Pawar was in good spirits. This meeting follows the 2023 NCP split and recent developments within the Ajit Pawar faction.
Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja, along with Prasidh Krishna, are set to gain valuable red-ball preparation in the third and final four-day game for India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln, ahead of the upcoming two-Test series.
A 51-year-old man was apprehended in northeast Delhi's Sonia Vihar for allegedly selling illegal firecrackers. Police recovered 8.5 kg of various firecrackers from his residence following a tip-off.
Delhi Police have arrested two individuals from Bihar, recovering counterfeit Indian currency worth Rs 2.65 lakh, after dismantling a fake currency supply network in Paharganj. The accused were apprehended during a raid and were planning to sell the fake notes.
The National Conference leadership, including Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, met with disgruntled MLAs in Srinagar on Friday to address their concerns and dismiss rumours of a party rift. The leadership asserted the party's unity and pledged to resolve issues, including the ongoing struggle for Article 370 and 35A.
Following the midterm elections, attention is already turning to the 2028 US presidential polls. Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna is seeing early support for a potential bid, with allies launching a group to build momentum. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed reports of his own presidential aspirations, affirming his commitment to the current administration.
A 30-year-old man, Rahul alias Gulab, allegedly bludgeoned his colleague, Dilip Kumar (28), to death at an under-construction building in northwest Delhi's Model Town. The murder, which occurred on Friday, stemmed from repeated disputes over money and humiliation. Rahul was later arrested from Mughal Sarai Railway Station in Uttar Pradesh.
New investors should avoid a lumpsum investment after last year's big rally. Limit gold to 5 to 10 per cent of the portfolio and hold for 5 to 10 years.
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the field after twisting his left ankle while fielding on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies. Meanwhile, Hasan Mahmud delivered an impressive bowling performance, claiming his fifth five-wicket haul in Test cricket to bring Bangladesh back into the contest.
A 22-year-old man from Jharkhand was arrested for allegedly defrauding a Lucknow resident of nearly Rs 32 lakh. The fraud involved sending a malware-infected APK file via WhatsApp, disguised as a Green Gas meter update, to gain access to the victim's banking details. Police recovered cash, mobile phones, ATM cards, and SIM cards from the accused. This scam has seen multiple complaints in Lucknow recently.
Delhi Police arrested Mohammad Faizan, 39, in Rohini and seized 30,000 counterfeit cigarettes. The arrest followed a tip-off about a supplier distributing fake cigarettes in North Rohini. Police are investigating the source of the illicit goods.
Customs officials at Pune International Airport seized 10.6 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 3.72 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The drugs were cleverly concealed in "Freeze Dried Monthong Durian" packets among noodles and vacuum-sealed polythene. The passenger was intercepted on November 4 and booked under the NDPS Act, with further investigation ongoing.
A man named Sasikumar was arrested in Thiruvarur district for allegedly tampering with official land records to illegally transfer and sell properties belonging to mutts, temples, and private individuals. The investigation is ongoing to identify other conspirators involved in the fraud.
Indonesian tennis sensation Janice Tjen returns to Chennai to defend her WTA singles title, reflecting on a demanding season where she learned to manage expectations and bounce back from setbacks. She discusses the increased competition on the WTA Tour, the growing popularity of tennis in Indonesia, and the invaluable lessons learned from playing doubles with Venus Williams. Tjen also credits her parents' strict upbringing and her collegiate pathway for instilling the resilience needed to navigate professional tennis.
India's Velavan Senthilkumar has progressed to the quarterfinals of the London Open squash tournament after defeating Paraguay's Francesco Marcantonio.
The Supreme Court has sought responses from news portal NewsClick and its editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha regarding a plea by the Enforcement Directorate. The ED is challenging a Delhi High Court order that quashed a money laundering case against NewsClick, which was registered for alleged violation of FDI rules. The High Court had previously stated that the FIR was a "gross abuse of the process of law."
The body of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who was shot dead on October 13, has been moved to PGIMER for post-mortem after his family ended a 22-day agitation. The family's protest concluded following a meeting with Punjab government representatives, who agreed to several demands including compensation, a job for Jhota's wife, and the release of arrested protesters.
Kazakhstan's decision to support foreign-born tennis players like Elena Rybakina and Alexander Bublik has been a successful investment, according to 26-year-old Zhebik Kulambayeva. Their success has significantly boosted tennis culture in the country, inspiring a new generation of players. Kulambayeva, currently competing at the Chennai Open, also shares her experiences on the professional circuit and her affinity for playing in India.
From rich Mawa Karanji and crunchy Poha Chivda to Himachal's traditional Sepu Wadi, these six recipes offer plenty of delicious inspiration.
'Trump has weakened, not necessarily restrained.'
India's inexperienced pace attack impressed in the first ODI against New Zealand. As the teams meet in Wellington, India must decide whether to stick with its winning combination or bring Mohammed Siraj back into the XI.
Lewis Hamilton is set to make his 400th Formula One start at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, a milestone that sees rivals and fellow drivers praising his remarkable longevity, sustained speed, and unwavering dedication to the sport.
Katon Moyong, an engineer-turned-activist known as 'Abor Man', has rejected the Arunachal Pradesh government's offer for talks regarding the proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project. Moyong, who was recently detained for protesting the project, dismissed the government's national security argument as a tactic to overcome public resistance. The Adi community opposes the dam due to concerns over displacement, submergence of ancestral lands, and cultural impact, while the government cites water management and national security, particularly concerning China's upstream dam plans. Moyong alleges political motivation behind the project and calls for tribal unity against it.
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Buying silver on Dhanteras may carry cultural significance, but investors should not confuse the tradition with a financial strategy.
Vaibhav Chavan, 26, who was believed to have exposed a racket providing fake sports certificates for police jobs, was found dead by hanging in Beed district, Maharashtra, on Thursday. Police have registered a case of accidental death, though oral information suggests Chavan had previously complained about fabricated certificates. This incident follows Pune Police's unearthing in September of a large-scale racket involving over 1,000 fake Kurash certificates used for government job applications.
Three suspected criminals were killed in an exchange of fire with police in Patna's Maner locality on Friday. Family members of the deceased have alleged it was a "planned killing," while RJD MP Misa Bharti accused Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary of targeting a particular community through police encounters. Police stated the incident occurred during a patrol when a joint team was fired upon by individuals with criminal records. Separately, another wanted man was injured in a police encounter in Bhojpur district on Friday morning.
The Bihar Special Task Force (STF), in collaboration with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and district police, conducted two separate operations leading to the arrest of two alleged drug traffickers. Authorities seized charas valued at Rs 10 crore and 61 grams of smack in East Champaran and Purnea districts. One arrested individual, Rajesh Sahni, is believed to be part of an international narcotics syndicate supplying drugs across several Indian states after procuring them from Nepal. Investigations are ongoing.
Rajinikanth's blockbuster Jailer 2 is set to thrill audiences worldwide with its OTT premiere on Prime Video on November 12.
Dhanteras is all about welcoming prosperity, and what better way to celebrate than by dressing like a million bucks?
Reigning World Chess Champion D Gukesh seeks divine blessings at the Tirumala temple as he prepares to defend his title against Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded higher in early sessions, driven by sustained foreign fund inflows and moderate crude oil prices, even as global markets experienced a significant sell-off, particularly in the US and Asia. Track Sensex, Nifty on November 6, 2026.
The second One-Day International between New Zealand and India in Wellington faces a significant threat from rain, with India's practice session already cancelled and an 'overcast with spells of rain' forecast for Saturday's match.
Three Maharashtra PWD officials have been arrested in Palghar district for allegedly embezzling nearly Rs 73 lakh in government funds. The officials, including an Executive Engineer and an Auditor, are accused of tampering with documents to divert funds meant for unemployed engineers to a private construction company. Police registered a case in September 2026, and the main accused, a ruling party leader, secured anticipatory bail.
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A local BJP leader and his nephew have been booked in Muzaffarnagar for allegedly illegally stocking 26 cartons of firecrackers for sale. The nephew has been arrested, and police registered a case under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Explosives Act after a raid on Thursday evening.
India's automobile retail sales saw a 23.8 per cent year-on-year decline in October to 31.72 lakh units, primarily due to the shift of major festivals like Dhanteras and Diwali to November this year, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). Despite the overall dip, electric vehicle sales reached an all-time high, and commercial vehicles, three-wheelers, and tractors recorded their best-ever October sales.
New Zealand A's squad has been significantly impacted by multiple injuries to key pacers Simon Keene and Fraser Sheat, just before their third and final unofficial Test against India A.
