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Trump faces a new political rival in New York’s incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani. The young Democratic socialist matched Trump’s theatrics, calling him out at his victory rally. Trump mocked Mamdani’s background and threatened federal funding, but the 34-year-old’s bold response caught the former president’s attention, a rare moment of being upstaged.
Karnataka Cabinet approved the Innovation Policy 2025-2030 with a ₹518.27 crore outlay to foster 25,000 startups and position the state as a global innovation hub. It also cleared rules for police records, approved ₹94.5 crore for a Mysuru cancer centre, ₹20 crore for Mangaluru Haj Bhavan, municipal mergers, and BWSSB sewage maintenance.
The US Supreme Court allowed Trump’s administration to enforce a policy blocking transgender and nonbinary people from choosing passport gender markers that match their identity. Conservatives said listing sex at birth isn’t discriminatory, while liberal justices warned it risks harassment and violence. The policy stems from Trump’s 2021 executive order.
Experts warn of “popcorn brain,” a condition where constant scrolling and short-form videos make it hard to focus. Psychologist Sheena Sood explains that this restlessness causes the brain to jump between stimuli, crave instant gratification, and procrastinate—fueling anxiety, poor productivity, and rising attention deficit issues among youth.
A viral Reddit post comparing Hyderabad and Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Roads (ORR) has sparked a heated online debate. Users clashed over road quality, cleanliness, and infrastructure, with Hyderabadis boasting smoother highways while Bengalurians defended their older ORR’s functionality. The light-hearted city rivalry quickly turned into a online showdown.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan asserted that Rahul Gandhi’s repeated “vote chori” allegations signal an NDA-favored outcome. He predicted a “record-breaking victory” for the alliance in Bihar. Chouhan claimed Rahul was preemptively preparing excuses for an anticipated defeat, dismissing Congress’s claims.
The Left Unity coalition won all four key posts in the JNU Students’ Union elections 2025. Aditi Mishra was elected President, K Gopika Vice President, Sunil Yadav General Secretary, and Danish Ali Joint Secretary. The ABVP failed to secure any position, marking a complete Left sweep this year.
Yesteryear actress Roja Selvamani returns to Tamil films after a 12-year hiatus with ‘Lenin Pandian,’ directed by DD Balachandran. The teaser shows her in a mature, de-glam role with a poignant storyline, showcasing her commanding presence. Fans expect her comeback to add another powerful performance to her illustrious career.
Three people were feared dead after being struck by a suburban train between Sandhurst and CST stations in Mumbai. The incident occurred around 7 pm amid a protest by railway employees against an FIR filed in the June 9 Mumbra accident case. Train services were briefly disrupted but later resumed.
The Delhi High Court questioned Patanjali Ayurved for calling rival chyawanprash brands “dhokha” in its ads, following Dabur’s complaint. Justice Tejas Karia said Patanjali may claim superiority but cannot label others fraudulent. Patanjali’s lawyer defended the ad as “puffery,” while Dabur argued it was misleading. Verdict reserved.
The Telangana government may approve the Gig and Platform Workers’ Welfare Act, 2025 on November 12. Labour Minister Vivek Venkataswamy held consultations with unions and companies. TGPWU’s Shaik Salauddin demanded fair pay, social security, legal recognition, algorithmic transparency, and equal representation for workers, platforms, and government.
Bihar’s first phase of Assembly elections recorded a voter turnout of 64.46%, with strong participation from women. Chief Electoral Officer Vinod Gunjyal noted only 1.21% of EVMs needed replacement, lower than in 2020. Voting continues in some areas, and final updated turnout data will be released shortly after all arrangements are verified.
In Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Muzaffarabad erupts as Gen Z leads protests against rising university fees and alleged government favoritism. What began as a student movement has grown into broader demands for independence and dignity, with roads blocked and clashes with security forces. The unrest draws attention from India and international observers.
The Supreme Court has stayed the Calcutta High Court’s proceedings regarding West Bengal’s preparation of a fresh OBC list. A three-judge bench led by CJI B.R. Gavai passed the order after senior advocate Kapil Sibal submitted that the High Court was moving ahead with hearings despite the apex court already being seized of the matter.
A Sambhal court on Thursday postponed the Jama Masjid case hearing to December 3 following the Supreme Court’s stay. The dispute involves claims that the mosque stands on a former Harihar Temple site. The Hindu side seeks a survey, while the Muslim side has moved the Supreme Court, with the next apex hearing on November […]