Kim Kardashian revisits fashion history in stunning Paco Rabanne metal-disc gown from 1989

Kim Kardashian is making a strong case for vintage couture, proving once again that some of fashion’s most iconic creations only get better with time. The reality star and SKIMS founder recently stepped out for an appearance on Good Morning America in a spectacular archival gown that brought a touch of high-fashion drama to her latest press tour. Kim was joined by her fellow All’s Fair cast members as she promoted Season 2 of the Hulu legal drama. Let’s take a closer look at what she wore and pick some fashion notes.

Bharat Parv draws over 25,000 visitors in first three days at Ekta Nagar

Bharat Parv 2026 has drawn more than 25,000 visitors in its first three days at Gujarat’s Ekta Nagar, near the Statue of Unity, showcasing India’s cultural diversity through regional food, crafts, tourism displays and folk performances. Running November 1–15 under “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat,” the festival features state pavilions, artisan demonstrations, 25 food stalls and nightly performances.

From Akshay Kumar's son Aarav to Sonakshi Sinha, stars steal the show at Diwali bash

Kritika Kamra stole focus at Michael Kors’ Mumbai Diwali bash on November 4, wearing a rani-pink silk saree with a deep-purple, spaghetti-strap blouse, accessorized with statement jewellery and minimal makeup. The gathering also drew Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal, Natasa Stankovic, Aarav Bhatia, Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha, as Bollywood’s annual pre-Diwali celebrations got underway.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces 3% DA hike for employees, pensioners

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a three-percentage-point DA/DR increase for state employees and pensioners, effective November 1 and reflected in December payments, taking DA to 53% and benefiting nearly 800,000 people. Following September’s eight-point hike, the latest move brings the two-month increase to 11 points. Mann said pay-commission arrears would be paid in phases.

QS Asia Rankings 2027: No Indian university in top 50 for second consecutive year

No Indian university ranked in Asia’s top 50 for a second consecutive year, while all six Indian institutions in the top 100 slipped in QS’s 2027 rankings, despite India’s representation rising to 325 universities, second only to mainland China. IIT Delhi led at 66. Research and doctoral capacity contrast with weaker impact, reputation and internationalisation.

Pushkar Singh Dhami honours winners at Vidya Bharati national sports meet

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami honoured medal winners at Vidya Bharati’s 37th All India Sports Meet 2026 in Ghaziabad, praising sport for fostering discipline, unity and national spirit. Participation from across India helped students bridge cultural differences, while wins and losses both encourage growth. Vidya Bharati, founded in 1952, was praised for educational work.

‘Maybe he won’t run’: Trump on JD Vance’s 2028 presidential bid after midterm setback

Trump said he was unsure whether JD Vance would run for president in 2028, as Democratic midterm gains sharpened speculation about his ambitions. Vance blamed losses on the Iran war, energy costs and abandoning “America First”; Trump defended the conflict but acknowledged gasoline prices hurt. Vance is reportedly building a coalition of disaffected Trump voters.

Rene Karabash: “A voice appeared out of nowhere and wanted to tell this story”

In *She Who Remains*, a woman becomes an Albanian “sworn virgin” to escape forced marriage, gaining men’s rights while sacrificing her own freedom and life. The novel explores survival, gendered power, family betrayal and forgiveness under the Kanun; blue and red signify opposing energies. Pepa Hristova’s photographs inspired its intuitive, cinematic style and cross-media adaptations.

Search for 10 missing Odisha villagers, missing after 3 landslides in one night, halted

Odisha authorities have temporarily suspended searches for 10 people missing after landslides buried seven homes in Gidipabali, citing dangerous weather, unstable slopes and inadequate equipment; operations will resume when conditions improve. Rescuers recovered two bodies, while villagers support the pause and propose a mass funeral and memorial. Cyclone Arnab’s October 28 rains triggered the disaster.

The Auckland ODI showed that a pacer-friendly pitch is fun in its own way

India’s Auckland ODI showed how a lively, overcast pitch can transform struggling fast bowlers into match-winners, with Anshul Kamboj taking 2 for 22 and setting an Indian pace-bowler record of 46 dot balls. Gurnoor Brar claimed three wickets and Arshdeep Singh four, as movement and short-pitched deliveries troubled batters. Their revival contrasted with recent high-scoring games and renewed calls for balance between bat and ball.

Chawri Bazar building collapse: What probes into previous Delhi tragedies found

An under-construction three-storey building collapsed in Old Delhi’s Chawri Bazaar Thursday morning, with several people feared trapped as rescue teams responded. The incident renews scrutiny of Delhi’s recurring building disasters, where inquiries found illegal construction, ignored complaints, regulatory lapses and weak emergency preparedness. In earlier cases, authorities documented violations but repeatedly failed to enforce safety rules.

30 lakh join Keralam's anti-drug campaign under Operation Toofan: Minister Chennithala

More than 30 lakh people have joined Keralam’s anti-drug campaign as “Toofan Warriors,” Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said, describing Operation Toofan as a public-backed effort combining enforcement with prevention and recovery. Police arrested 15,515 people in 14,369 cases during five months, while the campaign expands counselling, treatment, rehabilitation and local vigilance under Toofan Thaddesham 2.0.

Billionaire John Morgan never fixed his missing tooth, says it reminds him of childhood struggles

American billionaire lawyer John Morgan, 70, refuses to replace a childhood tooth despite offers from his dentist brothers, saying the gap reminds him of his family’s hardship. His father chose a $5 extraction over a $50 root canal, a decision that exposed the family’s poverty and prompted Morgan to pursue independence by delivering newspapers.

SC ends distinction between detention and arrest, says 24-hour clock starts when liberty curtailed

The Supreme Court ruled that the 24-hour deadline to produce a person before a magistrate begins when liberty is curtailed, not when an arrest is recorded, rejecting a detention “buffer period.” It ordered the release of four NDPS accused for violating Article 22(2); they had been detained during a Tripura search involving 11.03 kg of yaba tablets.

Armed with lessons from China, Tanvi Patri takes on Zhang Yi Xin in Youth Olympics final

Fifteen-year-old Tanvi Patri reached the Dakar Youth Olympics final after beating Japan’s Yuzuno Watanabe in a gritty three-game semi-final, and will face China’s world junior champion Zhang Yi Xin, seeking India’s first women’s singles title. The first Indian woman to reach the final, Patri developed her skills during three years of training in China, where her father worked.

Ahead of Deepavali, TN govt launches Vetri special vegetable pack

Tamil Nadu launched a Rs 100 “Vetri Special Vegetable Pack” ahead of Deepavali, offering 10 kitchen essentials to help households manage festival-season prices. Available November 5–7 at 218 selected cooperative outlets statewide and four mobile units in Chennai, each 2.55–2.60 kg pack is limited to one per person. Vegetables are sourced directly from farmers.

Indonesia battles its most intense wildfires in 11 years across Sumatra, Borneo and Papua

Indonesia’s worst wildfire crisis in 11 years has burned across Sumatra, Borneo and Papua, while haze caused over 400,000 acute respiratory infections in seven provinces by November 2. Australia is deploying a C-130 Hercules and Cessna Citation for firefighting from November 6–12, as El Niño-driven fires continue to disrupt communities and spread toxic haze abroad.

Maniyoor residents march in support of police after expat bizman's arrest in POCSO case

Maniyoor residents marched after police arrested expatriate businessman Abdul Rafeeq in a controversial POCSO case, following the Kerala High Court’s lifting of an interim stay on his bail cancellation. Police will seek custody; demonstrators demanded justice for the minor and a detailed probe. The case alleges abuse over two years and prompted criticism of police handling.

Hosting a Diwali party? Here's how to enjoy it without living in the kitchen

Diwali hosts can enjoy the party with a manageable menu, advance preparation, self-serve snacks and drinks, and delegated tasks. Keep perishables safe: hot foods at 65°C or above, cold foods at 5°C or below; serve small portions and replenish as needed. A prep timeline, festive styling, and help or ordered food round out the advice.

Jailer 2 OTT release: Rajinikanth film arrives on Prime Video amid record-breaking box-office run

Rajinikanth’s *Jailer 2* streams on Prime Video from November 12 across 240-plus countries and territories in five languages after theatrical release. Nelson Dilipkumar’s sequel reunites Rajinikanth as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, featuring Mohanlal, Hrithik Roshan and Vijay Sethupathi. It has crossed ₹820 crore worldwide; retired jailer Muthuvel goes undercover against an idol-smuggling gang threatening his own family.

Three-storey building collapses in Delhi’s Chawri Bazar; 2 dead, 1 injured

A three-storey building under construction collapsed Thursday in Old Delhi’s Chawri Bazaar, with several people feared trapped beneath the debris, officials said. Reported at 9:50 am in Gali Sitara near Chawri Bazaar Metro station, the incident brought at least six fire units, including water tenders and rescue vehicles, to the site, as senior officers supervised operations; further details were awaited.

Indian highways and expressways still lack perfect signage, says Nitin Gadkari

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said inadequate signage on Indian highways and expressways contributes to accidents, urging clear signs on every road and greater accountability in urban road development. He called for better preparation and skilled engineers. India records nearly five lakh road accidents and 1.8 lakh deaths annually; Gadkari also cited poor road conditions and encroachments.

ILV South Warehousing Parks Pvt Ltd acquires 47-acre industrial land near Bengaluru for ₹105 crore

ILV South Warehousing Parks has secured a 47.44-acre industrial parcel in Kolar near Bengaluru for ₹105.47 crore, or about ₹2.22 crore an acre, with the lease-cum-sale transaction beginning August 17, 2026. The 10-year arrangement permits absolute sale after development and production conditions are met. The KIADB-allotted site lies in Mindahalli’s Jakkasandra 2nd Phase Industrial Area.

LA mansion dating back to 1915 sold for $8.5m in 2024 after owner restored its Tiffany stained glass

A 1915 Los Angeles mansion once owned by Muhammad Ali sold at auction for $8.5 million in July 2024, about half its original $17 million asking price. After a $13.5 million 2022 listing, the auction’s $9.52 million total included the 12% buyer’s premium. The grand home retains original Tiffany glass, chandeliers and fireplaces.

Bharti Real Estate Unveils World St. at Worldmark with a Two-Day Launch Weekend Celebration

Bharti Real Estate has opened World St. at Worldmark, Aerocity, a 260,000-square-foot pedestrian dining destination with 29 operational F&B and retail brands. Its launch featured Open Plate, headlined by Kutle Khan, and World St. Live, with street performances. The promenade links Worldmark 4, 5 and 6; brands including India’s first Time Out Market are planned.

Delhi minister apologises for non-BS-IV vehicle entry curbs, calls them ‘necessary’

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa apologised to NCR residents for inconvenience from restrictions barring non-BS-VI, non-Delhi-registered vehicles, saying the measure is necessary to protect children as pollution worsens. In force November 1-January 31, 2027, the rules exempt CNG and electric vehicles; 45,601 vehicles were detected since November 1. Thursday’s AQI was 368, “very poor.”

Israel president begins talks with parties as Netanyahu revives ‘interference’ allegation

President Isaac Herzog accepted results of the October 27 election and began consultations on forming a government, as neither Benjamin Netanyahu’s nor Gadi Eisenkot’s bloc won a Knesset majority. Netanyahu alleged foreign interference, but election officials said they found no evidence of irregularities. Endorsements gave Eisenkot a lead, though coalition-building remains difficult and a Shin Bet probe continues.

Leon Black sues Dem. Congressman Robert Garcia over alleged false statements linking him to Epstein

Apollo co-founder Leon Black sued California Representative Robert Garcia for $7.5 million, alleging Garcia falsely linked him to Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and trafficking network. Filed Wednesday in Manhattan, the defamation complaint follows Garcia’s pledge to investigate Epstein-related matters. Black denies knowledge or involvement and was held in contempt for refusing congressional subpoenas seeking Epstein-related nondisclosure agreements and further testimony.

Kazakhstan releases second Amur tiger in the wild as country works to revive lost population

Kazakhstan released Amur, its second tiger, into Ile-Balkhash Reserve on October 31, advancing efforts to restore tigers to Central Asia. Assessments confirmed he could hunt independently, while a satellite collar will track his adaptation. He joins Umit, released in July. The Caspian tiger disappeared in the mid-20th century; habitat and prey restoration underpin its return.

Kansas, South Carolina, Texas, Ohio and Iowa: States Trump won in 2024 backed Democrats in midterms

Democrats scored sweeping victories Tuesday across Republican states including Texas, Kansas, South Carolina, Ohio and Iowa, disrupting a decade-long electoral map and raising the prospect of competition in red states in 2028. Gains included Senate wins and statehouse flips, fueled by Trump’s unpopularity and economic discontent. Though polarization persists, Democrats can now build local organizations for future campaigns.