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.
'A woman who changed the course of history. Or perhaps, one could say, set it upon the path it was always destined to take.'
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.
US President Donald Trump has met with his national security team to discuss resuming military operations against Iran, with senior officials confirming preparations are being finalised for potential major operations, while Iraq has warned against using its territory for strikes.
A local court in Muzaffarnagar has acquitted five individuals charged with vandalism, arson, and looting at a mosque during the 2013 riots. The acquittal came after all three prosecution witnesses, including the complainant, turned hostile during the trial, failing to support the prosecution's case. The incident occurred in Muthbhar village, and the accused were charged by the Special Investigation Team (SIT). The 2013 riots resulted in over 60 deaths and displaced 40,000 people.
Mercedes-Benz India has launched the Electric GLC 400 4MATIC, marking the first vehicle built on the MB.EA-M electric platform and locally assembled at its Chakan facility in Pune. The luxury EV, priced at 78.50 lakh, has already garnered significant interest with over 650 bookings and features advanced technology, impressive performance, and a long range.
Delhi Police arrested RK Regan Singh alias Gandhi, a 35-year-old alleged cadre of the banned People's Liberation Army (PLA), in Yusuf Sarai. He was wanted in two UAPA cases in Manipur and was handed over to Manipur police for further investigation.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met double Olympic medallist and World Champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra in Chandigarh, extending Diwali greetings and expressing confidence in his continued success. Chopra, currently recovering from an ankle ligament injury, provided an update on his improved condition and plans to resume training soon.
Police in Jharkhand's Palamu district arrested a man and seized 256 grams of brown sugar valued at Rs 40 lakh. Two accomplices escaped, and an investigation is ongoing.
India-born Democrat Saba Haider has made history by winning the election to the Illinois House of Representatives, becoming the first South Asian woman to be elected to the state's General Assembly.
Indian Army personnel remain deployed along the Line of Control in the Nowshera sector of Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, ahead of Diwali.
New Zealand pacer Blair Tickner backs his team to bounce back against India in the second ODI, insisting the hosts have the quality to level the three-match series.
A 22-year-old man, Anshu Dubey, allegedly involved in a firing incident at a mining company on October 27, was arrested in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, after a brief encounter with police. He sustained a gunshot wound during the gunfight while attempting to evade arrest and fire at officers.
From dreamy ethnic ensembles to Barbie-pink party dresses and edgy Western separates, Surabhi Das has quite the fashion repertoire. The actress, who now stars in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, is one to watch both on and off screen.
A man allegedly shot two sisters in Navi Mumbai after one of them ended their relationship. The main accused has been apprehended, while his accomplice is absconding.
Democrat Ranjeev Puri, an Indian-American, has been elected as the Speaker of the Michigan House, marking a historic first for the community. Puri, who previously served as the first Sikh American in the Michigan House, expressed his honour and commitment to working with other state leaders to fulfil election promises. His election is celebrated as a significant step for Indian-American representation in US politics.
Experience Diwali in places that ring in the festival in a strikingly special manner.
Some 73 speakers assembled on October 26 and 27 at the Raffles University at Neemrana in Rajasthan, a few with clearly tenuous ties with diplomacy, but were deemed to add value to the proceedings, notes Krishnan Srinivasan.
Jyot Singh has made history by becoming the first Sikh to be elected to the Georgia House of Representatives. The Yale University alumnus won his election for House District 97 in the November 3 elections, securing 68 per cent of the votes. Singh, a Democrat, highlighted his commitment to diversity and ensuring opportunities for all residents in his vision statement.
Former Australian batter Michael Hussey has been appointed as a coaching consultant for Australia's 2027 Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns, and will also serve as a T20 advisor for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the T20 World Cup.
'Only I know the amount of labour I've put into the performance. But now it's over. I need to move on.'
Eight more people have been arrested in Tripura's Sepahijala district for allegedly attacking BSF personnel, bringing the total arrests to 18. Three BSF personnel, including an assistant commandant, were injured in the Monday incident near the Ashabari border outpost, which occurred after villagers protested the detention of a smuggling suspect. Chief Minister Manik Saha has directed strict legal action and strengthened security measures.
Australian batter Chris Lynn has served a one-month suspension after testing positive for a cocaine metabolite following the T20 Blast Finals Day in England.
Indian shuttler Tanvi Patri secured a historic silver medal at the Youth Olympics, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat in individual badminton. She fought valiantly in a three-game final against China's Zhang Yi Xin, showcasing immense potential.
India fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh praises Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their brilliant fielding against New Zealand, explaining how anticipation made the difference.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned US and Israeli military aggression against Iran, including strikes on its nuclear facilities, and offered Russia's support to end the ongoing conflict in West Asia, according to Iran's security chief Major General Mohsen Rezaei.
India's promoter-friendly corporate governance ethos has been shaken by this unprecedented challenge to the revered Tata Group, known for putting public good above personal gain, points out Rama Bijapurkar.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated on Thursday evening that it is unclear who has the ability to form a government, despite Gadi Eisenkot receiving 67 recommendations and Benjamin Netanyahu 46. This uncertainty stems from mutual vetoes between and within political blocs, particularly concerning the inclusion of Arab parties due to their stance on Hamas. Herzog plans to hold personal talks with party leaders before tasking someone on Sunday.
A cab driver in Bengaluru allegedly murdered seven members of his wife's family, including a seven-year-old boy, over domestic disputes. The accused, Shekhar, committed the murders over two days, disposing of bodies at various locations. Police have arrested him and are investigating the shocking incident.
