Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that singing “Vande Mataram” will be made compulsory in all schools and educational institutions across the state. Speaking at an ‘Ekta Yatra’ and mass singing event in Gorakhpur, he said the initiative aims to instill respect, reverence, and pride for the national song among students and citizens.
A 1.35 crore liter drinking water tank near Kuthappady Temple in Kochi burst early today, flooding homes and streets in Thammanam. Vehicles were damaged, walls collapsed, and mud entered houses, leaving some uninhabitable. The 40-year-old tank’s wall reportedly gave way due to age. No casualties were reported. Authorities are assessing losses.
Renowned Telangana poet Ande Sri, author of the state anthem “Jaya Jayahe Telangana,” passed away in Hyderabad at 64. Born in 1961 in Siddipet, he rose from adversity to become a celebrated lyricist, winning a Nandi Award and state honors. Telangana leaders praised his monumental contributions to literature, culture, and the statehood movement.
South Africa and the ANC condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to boycott the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, calling his and Secretary of State Rubio’s claims “false” and “imperialist interference.” Trump cited alleged persecution of white Afrikaner farmers, repeatedly denied by South African authorities, as the reason for skipping the summit.
Jammu and Kashmir Police, following leads from the second detained doctor in the Anantnag Government Medical College case, seized two AK-47 rifles and nearly 350 kg of explosives from Faridabad, Haryana. This major recovery marks a significant escalation in the ongoing investigation, highlighting the serious security implications tied to the case.
“Dude,” starring Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju, released as a Diwali special and became a blockbuster. The film is back in the headlines as its streaming date has been officially announced. Netflix revealed it will begin streaming on November 14, 2025, in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. This is Pradeep’s third ₹100 crore grosser.
Sundeep Kishan, popular in Telugu and Tamil, stars in “Sigma,” a heist action-comedy directed by Jason Sanjay and produced by Lyca Productions. The first look shows him atop gold bars and cash, exuding a fierce, rugged vibe. Combining action, humour, adventure, and a treasure hunt, the film is 95% complete, with an early summer release […]
Rashmika Mandanna’s “The Girlfriend” began with a dull box office opening, recording low occupancy on day one. The film showed mild weekend growth, with improved numbers on days two and three. However, collections remain below expectations, keeping its fate uncertain. All eyes are now on the crucial today test, which will determine where the film […]
Campaigning for Bihar’s 2nd phase of Assembly Elections ended on Sunday, with voting scheduled for Tuesday across 122 constituencies in 20 districts. Security has been heightened statewide, with police and central forces deployed at sensitive areas. DGP Vinay Kumar said deployment and monitoring have been strengthened to ensure peaceful polling on November 11.
Delhi’s air quality remained in the ‘very poor’ category today as a thick layer of smog enveloped the city, with the AQI recorded at 345 at 7 am, according to CPCB. Amid worsening pollution, parents, children, and environmental activists gathered at India Gate on Sunday, urging the government to take immediate and effective measures for […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, November 11, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83198.20, down at 18.08 points or 0.02%, and the Nifty was at 25503.50, up at 11.20 points or 0.04%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 88.69 against the dollar.
The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department has announced the schedule for summative exams across all schools in the state. The exams will be conducted from today, to Nov 19. Timings are set from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM for classes 1-5, 1:15 PM to 4:15 PM for classes 6-7, and 9:15 AM to 12:30 PM […]
Laughter reduces stress by lowering cortisol levels and releasing endorphins. Watching comedies or sharing jokes with friends boosts mood and builds stronger bonds. Just a few minutes of genuine laughter each day can enhance emotional balance and resilience, offering mental wellness benefits comparable to meditation and mindfulness practices.
In a tragic incident, five members of a family died after the roof of their Indira Awas Yojana house collapsed while they were sleeping in Manas village, Danapur, Patna district, late Sunday night. The victims were identified as Bablu Khan, his wife Roshan Khatoon, their son Mohammad Chand, and daughters Rukhshar and Chandni, officials said.
As the US govt shutdown reached day 40, over 2,000 flights were cancelled and 8,000 delayed nationwide, FlightAware reported. The FAA’s 10% capacity cut at 40 major airports began Friday amid staff shortages and rising controller absences. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned travel disruptions will worsen ahead of Thanksgiving if the shutdown continues.