Delhi records first 'very poor' air quality of season, three stations report 'severe' category

Delhi’s AQI reached 324 on Monday, its first “very poor” reading of the season and highest in nine months, while Jahangirpuri, Rohini and Punjabi Bagh recorded “severe” levels above 400. PM2.5 dominated, with transport contributing 19.2% and stubble burning 8.4%; forecasts expect very poor air through November 5, before marginal improvement. AQI 301–400 is classified as very poor.

Tourists star in personal microdramas in 'China's Hollywood'

Tourists at Hengdian World Studios are paying to star in short, social-media microdramas, turning palace sets into attractions as the genre’s popularity surges. Packages include costumes, makeup, direction and videos, appealing to foreign visitors seeking escapist stories and an immersive experience. Meanwhile, AI-generated dramas threaten actors’ jobs, though performers say technology cannot reproduce genuine emotion.

Thane, Hingoli, Pune and Beed courts receive bomb threat emails; nothing suspicious found

Bomb-threat emails sent Monday to district and sessions courts in Pune, Thane, Hingoli and Beed prompted evacuations and searches across Maharashtra, with no suspicious objects found in Thane, Hingoli or Beed and Pune’s Shivajinagar court search still underway. Police and bomb squads searched premises, while cybercrime teams investigate whether messages were hoaxes.

US Treasury yields mixed ahead of midterm elections, jobs data and major corporate earnings

U.S. Treasury yields moved unevenly Monday as investors braced for a consequential week of labor-market reports, major technology earnings and midterm elections. The 10-year yield dipped to 4.914% and the 30-year to 5.284%, while the two-year rose to 4.589%. Oil fell on hopes for U.S.-Iran diplomacy, and bond prices generally move opposite to yields.

₹8000 crore gross, 10 blockbusters: How SRK dwarfed contemporaries to become the 'King' of Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan leads with No. 1 films in 10 calendar years and is the only Indian star to top the box office in four decades; his overseas success and post-pandemic comeback underscore his enduring reach. His films have grossed about ₹8,000 crore, including ₹2,671 crore since 2020. He rose from the 1990s’ three-Khan rivalry to dominate the 2000s.

Horoscope Tomorrow for November 3, 2026

Tomorrow’s horoscope emphasizes patience, reflection and decisions, as emotional uncertainty or delays may challenge some signs while happiness, learning and growth await others. Aries should revisit unresolved feelings, Taurus avoid rushing progress, and Leo question fearful assumptions. Across the zodiac, guidance, persistence and openness can help turn ideas into progress, says tarot reader Kishori Sud.

Uttarakhand: 10-member mountain rescue team airlifted to trace 8 missing on Kedartal trek

A 10-member rescue team was airlifted Monday to search for seven trekkers and their guide missing after an avalanche near Bhojkhadak on Uttarakhand’s Kedartal trek, officials said. Aerial searches found no trace, while an NDRF team advancing on foot faces snowfall and blocked routes. The group set out October 27; four support workers were found safe.

John James, Republican Congressman and Army veteran running for Michigan governor in 2026 midterms

Republican John James is seeking Michigan’s governorship, promoting Army and business experience and an agenda focused on manufacturing, jobs, energy and deregulation. He backs preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons without prolonged war, and Trump’s trade policy while urging protection for Michigan’s commerce with Canada. Wealth and data-center ties draw criticism; James entered Congress in 2022.

Imran Khan allowed to stay in India after apology, Bombay HC seeks undertaking against protests

The Bombay High Court let US citizen and OCI cardholder Imran Khan stay in India after he agreed to apologize unconditionally and undertake not to join future protests, while stressing OCI holders lack citizens’ rights. Khan challenged an FRRO departure order issued after his detention at an October political protest against alleged electoral-roll irregularities.

MP cop death in hit-and-run: Entire chain of liquor smuggling identified, say police

Police identified the illicit-liquor network and launched searches across five districts after a truck allegedly crushed an officer trying to stop it in Dewas, authorities said. Carrying over 1,800 litres, its driver fled. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav ordered an impartial probe, announced ₹1 crore for the family and a sub-inspector’s job for the officer’s wife.

More than 51 million Americans have voted before US midterms. How early polling works

More than 51 million Americans voted before Election Day in a record midterm turnout, while a seven-month legal fight over mail ballots failed to change Tuesday’s rules. States—not the president—set voting rules, and courts blocked Trump’s restrictions. Early voting includes in-person and mail ballots, whose deadlines and counting rules vary widely by state.

TN govt shuts prison-run fuel outlets post jailbreaks; recaptured inmate's torture claim sparks row

Following jailbreaks, Tamil Nadu temporarily closed 11 prison-run fuel stations and inmate bazaars, tightened security and ordered a probe. In a viral video, recaptured Theni prisoner Meenakshisundaram alleges torture and poor food, disputes the count of 17 by claiming 21 fled, and says police targeted him. One remains missing; outlets earned Rs 55 crore since 2019.

Jocelyn Benson, Michigan's Secretary of State running for Governor in 2026 midterm elections

Jocelyn Benson, Michigan’s 2026 Democratic gubernatorial candidate, is shifting from election defense to pledging action on costs, jobs, healthcare and housing, while criticizing Trump’s Iran policy and tariffs. She backs responsible AI and tighter data-centre safeguards, amid scrutiny of her husband’s industry ties. A civil-rights lawyer, Benson became secretary of state in 2018 and won reelection in 2022.

2 killed, dozens injured in stampede at social media influencer's wedding in Pak's Punjab

Two people were killed and more than 20 injured when a crowd surged into a Sialkot wedding venue after TikToker Anser Mahmood urged attendees to enter for promised cash and prizes, police said. Six suspects have been arrested, while witnesses cited poor crowd management and confusing announcements. Mahmood denies responsibility; Pakistan’s defence minister condemned influencers’ giveaway-driven events.

Delhi court denies bail to man accused of possessing heroin, MDMA

A Delhi court denied bail to Abhishek Singh, accused of possessing heroin and MDMA, citing allegations and an investigation into the narcotics’ source and supply chain. Police say 9.89 grams of heroin and 9.96 grams of MDMA were recovered near MCD Park in Govind Puri. Singh’s defence disputed the case, but the court rejected the plea.

From SUVs to flats: Extravagant Diwali gifts given by Indian bosses to employees over the years

Indian companies mark Diwali by rewarding staff with vehicles, homes and savings; MITS Group founder MK Bhatia recently gave four Kia Sonet SUVs, after gifting 51 cars in 2025. Chennai firms have distributed dozens of vehicles, while a Tamil Nadu tea estate gifted Royal Enfields. Diamond tycoon Savji Dholakia’s past Diwali programmes included hundreds of cars and flats.

Flexibility paradox for women in India’s platform economy

India’s platform economy will empower women only if flexibility delivers control, safe working conditions and reliable income. Transparent algorithms, fair grievance systems, public facilities, childcare and portable social protection can prevent care, safety and climate risks from becoming personal costs. Gig work promises choice, but growth and women’s labour participation do not guarantee decent livelihoods.

Indian-American politicians: Past and present

Indian-American politicians have shaped US politics across parties and levels of government, from Congress and governorships to city halls. Pioneers such as Dalip Singh Saund opened the way, followed by Nikki Haley and Bobby Jindal; newer leaders including Ghazala Hashmi, Aftab Pureval and Danny Avula have won state and local offices, reflecting diverse immigrant journeys.

Leo and Katherine Lindeman, elderly Missouri couple, found dead days after going missing

Leo and Katherine Lindeman, missing since mid-September, were found dead on a neighbor’s property about 400–500 yards from home, McDonald County Sheriff Rob Evenson said; their poodle, Itty Bitty, remains missing. The couple, 73 and 74, were reported missing September 24. Relatives said their unlocked home, car, phones, identification and medications were all left behind.

Building green markets and integrated value-chains

Clean-industry projects need dependable buyers as much as renewable power: only just over 6 million tonnes of the 27 million tonnes of hydrogen production announced for 2030 has committed demand. India can turn its $150-billion project pipeline into investment through procurement, long-term contracts, port infrastructure and aligned certification, building on SECI’s tenders and cross-border partnerships.

K Annamalai completes Ironman 70.3 in Goa for second consecutive year, recalls 'excruciating pain'

K Annamalai, former IPS officer and ex-BJP leader, completed Goa’s Ironman 70.3 for a second consecutive year, saying severe pain and cramps made the final stretch difficult but crossing the finish line worthwhile. Online users praised his determination and fitness; he thanked participants and volunteers. The race combines a 1.9-km swim, 90-km cycle and 21.1-km run.

What will it take for India to become a MedTech global innovation hub?

India could raise its share of the global medical-device market from 1.65% to 10–12% over 25 years by moving beyond manufacturing to become a MedTech innovation hub. Connected care systems and responsible AI can improve diagnosis and access. Building on talent, research and digital infrastructure, sustained investment and industry-academic collaboration can deliver globally relevant solutions.

Social Security November 3 payments: Who qualifies for up to $5,181?

Social Security pays recipients Tuesday, November 3, 2026: people who began benefits before May 1997 and those receiving both Social Security and SSI. Retirees could get up to $5,181, but only by claiming at 70 after earning the taxable maximum. Others are paid Wednesdays, with Veterans Day adjustments; benefits depend on earnings and claiming age.

CAT Admit Card 2026 releasing this week at iimcat.ac.in, check exam date and exam pattern here

The IIM will release CAT 2026 admit cards this week at iimcat.ac.in, where candidates can download and print hall tickets. The exam is scheduled for November 29, with 68 questions across three sections in two hours; candidates get 40 minutes per section, with no switching. Scores support admissions, while each IIM sets selection criteria.

Taika Waititi dismisses critics of his new movie 'Klara and the Sun' as 'irrelevant'

Taika Waititi called critics “sad lost souls” after *Klara and the Sun*, his Kazuo Ishiguro adaptation, drew negative reviews, dismissing reviewers as irrelevant and out of touch on Instagram. The Jenna Ortega-Amy Adams film scored 26% on Rotten Tomatoes against audiences’ 78% and earned just $1.1 million domestically; Ishiguro’s novel follows an android companion to an ill teenager.

Trump's Vietnam War remarks draw fact-check over Ho Chi Minh City: 'I would've won that war'

Trump faced criticism on X after claiming he could have won the Vietnam War in a week and saying US forces should have targeted Ho Chi Minh City; a Community Note clarified it was South Vietnam’s capital, while Hanoi was North Vietnam’s capital. At an Iowa rally, he criticized US strategy and called Agent Orange red.

Actor Nora Fatehi gets fresh summons in extortion case involving Sukesh Chandrasekhar

A Delhi court has summoned actor Nora Fatehi as a witness for November 6 in the Rs 200-crore extortion case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, after criticizing her absence in court. Police said notices and calls went unanswered. The case alleges Chandrasekhar duped Aditi Singh while posing as a government official; prosecution evidence is underway.

HS Prannoy leads Indian challenge at Korea Open as Lakshya Sen pulls out

Lakshya Sen’s withdrawal from the Korea Open leaves veteran HS Prannoy to lead India at the $500,000 Super 500 tournament beginning Tuesday in Yeosu. Prannoy opens against South Korea’s Yoo Tae Bin, while Hylo semifinalist Anmol Kharb and Tanvi Sharma bring momentum to the event. Sen’s Hylo Open title in Germany revived his season.

Pune ACB books retd Maharashtra agriculture official, wife in disproportionate assets case

Pune’s ACB booked agriculture deputy director Kiran Shamrao Jadhav and his wife, alleging he amassed ₹4.37 crore in assets, 128.7% above known income, between 1994 and 2025. Investigators say Sangeeta Jadhav abetted the accumulation; the case invokes the Prevention of Corruption Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita following an open inquiry. Jadhav serves in Solapur.

SC asks exam body to explain insistence on limited disclosure of answer keys for NEET-PG exams

The Supreme Court ordered the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences to justify restricting disclosure of NEET-PG questions and answer keys, saying it is dissatisfied with the policy. The board argues its small question bank is a national asset and disclosure could deplete future questions. Petitioners seek transparency, noting previous papers are sold online.