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Bangladesh witnessed tight security and empty roads as the International Crimes Tribunal–Bangladesh will give a verdict against deposed PM Sheikh Hasina today. She was in a case of alleged crimes against humanity. Unidentified assailants set ablaze the dumping corner of a police station complex. Currently, Hasina is staying in India.
The NCR-Delhi has witnessed severe air quality today as the AQI went up to 427. Bawana experienced the highest AQI level of 427 and falls under the severe category despite the GRAP-III in force across Delhi. The NSIT Dwarka has recorded the lowest AQI of 225. India Gate and Kartavya Path have witnessed a layer […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, November 17, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 84,769.30, up 87.27 points, or 0.29%, and the Nifty was at 25,950, up 24.50 points, or 0.23%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 88.96 against the dollar.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta has announced that three metro stations in the Pitampura region will be renamed soon. Uttari Pitampura Station will be renamed as Uttari Pitampura-Prashant Vihar Metro Station. Pitampura North Metro Station will be renamed Haiderpur Village Metro Station, and Pitampura Metro Station will be renamed Madhuban Chowk Metro Station.
PM Anthony Albanese announced that Australia will not co-host the COP31 climate summit with Turkiye amid ongoing diplomatic tensions. Turkiye had proposed a joint leadership of next year’s UN climate talks. Sources indicate that discussions over the hosting stalemate remain unresolved, reflecting continued differences between the two countries.
Trump said he plans to meet New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani, suggesting they could “work something out.” Trump has previously criticized Mamdani, falsely calling him a “communist” and warning of negative impacts. He also threatened deportation and cutting federal funds, despite Mamdani being a naturalized American citizen.
The USS Gerald R. Ford’s arrival in the Caribbean marks a sharp escalation in US military presence. Framed by Washington as a counterdrug mission, the surge of troops and warships signals broader strategic intent. The move raises speculation about pressure on Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro amid strikes on suspected narcotics vessels.
Mahant Rishi Raj Giri announced a 2.5-km padyatra around the Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid–Harihar Mandir disputed site on November 19, without seeking permission. He called it a religious activity marking the survey’s anniversary. Meanwhile, an FIR was filed against two mosque committee members for allegedly obstructing ASI officials during an inspection.
India captain Shubman Gill was discharged after a neck injury in the first Test against South Africa. Sourav Ganguly visited him, criticized the Eden pitch, and urged fair wickets. Praising Gambhir and stressing Shami, Bumrah, and Siraj’s value, he advised India to focus on five-day Test wins, despite home struggles on turning tracks.
The NIA arrested a Kashmiri man linked to the Red Fort car bomb blast that killed 10 people on November 10. Investigators found the explosive-laden car was registered in his name and said he helped bomber Dr Umar Un Nabi procure it. The agency is tracking a wider network and expects more arrests.
Sabarimala temple opened on Sunday for the annual Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage, drawing heavy crowds even before the season officially begins. Devotees filled the trekking routes as priests opened the sanctum. Authorities capped daily entry at 90,000 through virtual queues, arranged water, toilets, medical aid, and tightened management amid a gold-loss controversy.
Despite rapid smartphone upgrades, a few devices created historic global sales records. Nokia 1100 leads with over 250 million units, loved for durability and simplicity. iPhone 6 series sold 220 million units, while Nokia 1110 dominated budget markets. iPhone 11 crossed 159 million sales, and Samsung Galaxy S4 sold 80 million globally.
Delhi recorded its coldest November day in 3 years at 9°C, 4.5 degrees below normal. Fog is expected on Monday with temperatures ranging from 9 to 25°C. The city’s air quality stayed very poor at 377, leading to GRAP-III measures such as construction bans, vehicle restrictions, industrial curbs, and online classes for young students.
OPPO’s Find X9 series will launch in India on November 18. Leaks reveal the standard model at ₹74,999 (12GB+256GB) and the Pro at ₹99,999 (16GB+512GB). A Hasselblad Teleconverter Kit costs ₹29,999 extra. The Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and IP66–IP69 durability. Available on Flipkart and the OPPO online store.
The Bihar government’s swearing-in ceremony is set for November 20 in Patna. Sources confirm that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend. Top leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), including union ministers and chief ministers of coalition-led states, will also be present to witness the oath-taking of the new government.