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Smriti Mandhana’s wedding to Palash Muchhal, which was to take place today, has been postponed due to her father’s illness. The couple had already held an intimate mehndi ceremony with close friends and women cricketers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had sent his wishes as teammates shared celebratory posts ahead of the now-delayed ceremony.
Ajit Pawar defended his controversial “you have votes, I have funds” statement, saying it was not a threat but a call for unified development in Malegaon. Opposition parties accused him of intimidating voters and misusing public funds. Pawar insisted election promises are common, while critics demanded Election Commission action ahead of the Panchayat polls.
Experts warn that ultrafine air pollutants can enter a pregnant woman’s bloodstream and reach the fetus, causing immunity issues, neurological harm, premature birth, and low birth weight. Dr. Shishir Bhatnagar urges precautions like using N95/FFP2 masks, air purifiers, avoiding outdoor exposure during high pollution, and supporting cleaner energy.
The United States will host the 2026 G20 Summit at Trump National Doral in Miami, Florida. Announced by Trump, the venue is just minutes from the airport and offers luxury accommodations. The US will assume the G20 presidency from December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2026, coordinating global economic discussions and key policy meetings.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada will resume trade talks with the United States when the time is right. He noted there is no urgent issue to raise with President Trump, despite the talks being suspended over an Ontario anti-tariff ad. Carney added that Canada remains open to dialogue, especially on reducing US tariffs.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi pledged full cooperation to Bihar’s NDA government if it ensures justice for the neglected Seemanchal region and avoids communal politics. Touring the area where AIMIM won five seats, he urged attention to Dalits, tribals, and Muslims. He also criticised the RJD, saying its MY-based strategy failed to stop the BJP.
Former Andhra Pradesh CM and YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy attended a wedding near the Raptadu National Highway in Anantapur district today. He blessed the newlyweds Tejesh Reddy and Mokshita Vishnupriya Reddy, daughter of Rajasekhar Reddy, brother of former YSRCP MLA Topudurthi Prakash Reddy, and conveyed his heartfelt wishes to the family.
New US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil are set to sharply reduce India’s Russian crude imports, though not stop them fully. December–January flows may fall to around 400,000 bpd. Major refiners like Reliance and HMEL have paused purchases, while only non-sanctioned Russian suppliers remain viable. Analysts expect short-term disruption, and higher uncertainty.
A 26-year-old cabin crew member accused a chartered flight pilot of sexually assaulting her at a Bengaluru hotel on November 18. She filed a complaint in Hyderabad, leading Begumpet Police to register a Zero FIR under relevant BNS sections. The case has been transferred to Halasuru Police in Bengaluru for investigation.
India’s blind women’s cricket team created history by winning their first-ever T20 World Cup, defeating Nepal by 7 wickets in the final held in Sri Lanka. Chasing 115, India reached the target in just 12.1 overs, with Phula Saren top-scoring with 44 runs. The victory marks India’s maiden World Cup title in the women’s blind […]
South Africa were bowled out for 489 in their first innings of the second Test against India at the Guwahati Stadium. Muthusamy scored a superb 109, while Jansen contributed a valuable 93. For India, Kuldeep Yadav claimed four wickets, while Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, and Siraj picked up two wickets each, helping restrict the South African […]
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police is creating ten all-women border posts along the challenging India-China LAC. As part of its post-2020 “forwardisation” strategy, the force has already moved 215 border posts further ahead on the northern and eastern fronts. The initiative aims to strengthen security and enhance women’s presence in frontline duties.
Prashant Kishor reacted to his party’s Bihar election wipeout, alleging the polls were “rigged” but conceding he lacks proof. He claimed voting patterns didn’t match ground feedback and accused the NDA of offering cash to women voters. Kishor said fear of “Jungle Raj” hurt his party but insisted his political journey isn’t over.
A woman died after a gas cylinder exploded in the Mathuranagar area of Hyderabad this afternoon. A gas cylinder exploded suddenly on the first floor of a building. A woman named Sonu Bai (40) died in the accident, while her parents, Gopal Singh and Lalita Bai, sustained minor injuries. Firefighters reached the spot after being […]
China’s FM Wang Yi criticized Japan’s PM for comments suggesting Tokyo could respond militarily to a Chinese attack on Taiwan. Beijing accused Japan of crossing a red line and escalating tensions that have already affected diplomatic and trade ties. China warned it would defend its sovereignty and condemned Japan’s stance as unacceptable.