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President Droupadi Murmu emphasized that tax collection should be smooth and minimally discomforting for taxpayers. She highlighted their role in nation-building, enforcing law and facilitating legitimate trade. Murmu praised recent GST reforms, urging officers to balance enforcement with economic growth while fostering trust and inclusive development.
The rupee pared early gains and settled 4 paise lower at 89.20 against the dollar, pressured by weak domestic equities and FII outflows. Falling crude oil prices provided limited support, while a strong US dollar capped gains. Analysts expect the rupee to trade between ₹89 and ₹89.50 amid global and domestic volatility.
India star batter Shreyas Iyer has started training after a spleen injury in October against Australia. He underwent minor surgery and spent time in the ICU before stabilising. Though he will miss the South Africa white-ball series, Iyer is recovering well and could be fit for India’s T20I series against New Zealand in January.
A six-year-old boy in Delhi’s Prem Nagar was severely attacked by a neighbour’s pitbull, resulting in his ear being torn off and multiple bite injuries. CCTV captured the attack. The dog’s owner, Rajesh Pal, was arrested, and the dog sent to a shelter. The child is in critical condition, receiving treatment at Safdarjung Hospital.
India’s Russian oil imports may drop to a three-year low in December as refiners avoid sanctioned suppliers and face tighter bank scrutiny. Most refiners have halted Russian purchases, while others limit buys to non-sanctioned entities. The shift has boosted US oil’s share in India’s imports as Washington pressures New Delhi.
Music composer Palash Muchhal faces online controversy after alleged private chats with another woman, Mary D’Costa, leaked on Reddit and Instagram. The messages suggest flirtatious exchanges and a strained relationship with fiancée Smriti Mandhana. Fans reacted strongly, while the couple postponed their November 23 wedding due to health issues.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah asked Congress’s top leaders to clarify the confusion over a possible leadership change. MLAs from DK Shivakumar’s camp went to Delhi to push for him as CM. Siddaramaiah said he would follow the high command’s decision. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge confirmed the party will make the final call.
Naveen Polishetty is making his singing debut in the upcoming comedy film ‘Anaganaga Oka Raju’ with the first single titled “Bhimavaram Balma.” The makers have announced that the song, sung by Naveen himself, will be released on November 27. A fun promo video highlights his humorous journey into playback singing.
China dismissed claims that its Shanghai airport officials harassed an Arunachal Pradesh-born Indian woman and followed legal norms. UK-based traveller Pema Wangjom Thongdok said officials labelled her passport “invalid” solely because it listed Arunachal as her birthplace. Her brief layover turned into a distressing three-hour ordeal.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee warned the BJP not to threaten her or Bengal voters before the Special Intensive Revision exercise. At Bongaon, Mamata said that any attack on her people would lead her to “shake the nation” across India. Mamata assured voters that no genuine voter would be deleted and urged them to stay […]
The Congress asked the Maharashtra SEC to extend by 15 days the deadline for objections, citing major irregularities in the draft voters’ list. The party said many residents were missing from ward rolls and the objection process was overly complex. Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders separately met the SEC, seeking a 21-day extension.
The first glimpse of Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli’s film ‘Varanasi’ wowed audiences with amazing visuals and VFX. Rumours suggest Sudheer Babu’s younger son, Darshan, could play young Mahesh Babu, though it’s unconfirmed. Darshan is also portraying young Prabhas in Fauzi. The film features Priyanka Chopra, Prithviraj, and music by Keeravani.
On November 25, 2025, Indian markets ended lower as monthly Nifty F&O expiry pressured indices. BSE Sensex fell 313.7 points to 84,587.01, while NSE Nifty50 dropped 74.7 points to 25,884.8. Realty and PSU Bank sectors gained, but IT and Media declined. Midcap and Smallcap indices outperformed, rising 0.36% and 0.19%, respectively.
Bihar’s new Cabinet, led by CM Nitish Kumar, approved a plan to generate one crore jobs in five years. Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit said initiatives include a defense corridor, semiconductor park, tech hubs, AI mission, and start-up support. The govt will also build greenfield townships and revive nine sugar mills while establishing 25 new ones.
Before the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, Australia, received good news as Josh Hazlewood returned to training after a hamstring injury. He may play from the third Test. Pat Cummins also trained with the pink ball and is pushing to return for the second Test. Coach Andrew McDonald said both fast bowlers are close to […]