France faces new protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest

Hundreds of thousands are expected to protest across France Thursday, as strikes intensify pressure on Macron amid weeks of unrest ahead of the election. Authorities expect 500,000–700,000 demonstrators outside Paris and will deploy 70,000 police, while schools, transport and electricity face disruption. The movement grew from student concerns into anger over living costs and services.

MPSC panel recommends over 16,000 Group C posts, one-year age relaxation

A Maharashtra government committee has recommended raising MPSC Group-C Preliminary Examination 2026 vacancies to more than 16,000 and granting a one-time, one-year upper-age relaxation across recruitment exams, responding to aspirants’ concerns. It also proposed reopening applications once, retaining the existing preliminary syllabus, announcing new-cadre mains syllabi, and securing fresh question-paper preparation, printing, storage and transport.

Jantar Mantar protests: HPEC received hardly any complaints, SC told

The Supreme Court panel probing alleged violence and police excesses during Cockroach Janta Party-led protests cannot yet reach findings, citing scant evidence and few complaints, the court was told Thursday. It ordered petitions, videos and complaints sent to the committee and sought interim reports. The July 20 march to Parliament ended in violent protester-police clashes.

100 pc targets under cleanliness, records management campaign achieved: Union health ministry

Union Health Ministry met targets in Special Campaign 6, clearing 5.82 lakh square feet, removing 1.20 lakh physical files and earning over Rs 1 crore from scrap and e-waste. The October 2–31 drive covered 1,62,325 sites, resolved public grievances, closed 32,542 e-files and simplified 19 rules, aiming to reduce administrative delays and improve records management.

Delhi HC protects personality rights of actor Kriti Sanon

The Delhi High Court barred AI impersonation, explicit deepfakes and persona-based merchandise involving actor Kriti Sanon, ordering platforms to remove infringing content. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav said the material harmed her commercial identity and dignity. The interim order preserves legitimate news, criticism and satire; Sanon sued over alleged misuse across social media and online sales.

Danish comedian secretly filmed over 4 months for reality show, TV channel apologises

Denmark’s TV 2 withdrew and apologized for a reality show after public backlash over secretly filming comedian Rasmus Wallbridge for four months while deceiving him into believing he was directing a feature film. Its 149-person setup used hidden cameras and enlisted friends; critics, including the culture minister, condemned it as unethical. TV 2 investigated after October’s broadcast.

Amit Shah challenges Rahul to debate on poll roll revision at ‘any Haryana chowk’

At a Karnal rally, Union Home Minister Amit Shah challenged Rahul Gandhi to debate voter-roll revision “at any chowk in Haryana,” accusing Congress of evading Parliament and spreading “anarchy.” He offered a session and said deaths, migration and duplicate registrations explained most of 13 crore deletions, alleging the remaining names were infiltrators. Shah spoke at the close of the BJP’s Haryana march.

Harry Kane signs Bayern Munich extension until 2029 after Ballon d'Or triumph

Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane has extended his Bayern Munich contract through June 2029, committing to the club amid links with a Premier League return. Since arriving from Tottenham in 2023, the 33-year-old has scored 156 goals in 161 appearances and also helped Bayern win two Bundesliga titles, the German Cup and two Super Cups.

IPL players trade: Livingstone and Edwards to CSK; Khaleel and Ellis to SRH

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings have agreed a four-player trade ahead of IPL 2027: Liam Livingstone and Jack Edwards join CSK, while Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis move to SRH. Livingstone’s fee drops to INR 6 crore; the others retain their fees. Injuries sidelined all four in 2026, while Khaleel claimed 15 wickets for CSK in 2025.

North Korea tells EU to 'mind own business' over ‘non-existent’ human rights issues

North Korea denounced the European Union’s draft UN resolution on its human rights record as a politically motivated provocation, telling the bloc to “mind its own business” and accusing it of distortion. The measure is expected to advance at the UN later this month; resolutions have condemned Pyongyang yearly since 2005 amid allegations of abuses.

Chakra Horoscope Today, November 5, 2026

November 5’s horoscope urges discernment, emotional release, gratitude and openness, with intuition guiding choices and relationships. Aries and Pisces should question appearances; Gemini and Scorpio can release guilt or burdens, while Cancer and Sagittarius benefit from connections. Creativity and discovery favor Virgo, Taurus and Capricorn; meditations, foods and crystals offer gentle rituals for all signs today.

Regina Cassandra questions Karan Johar for ignoring her during Kesari 2 promotions

Regina Cassandra says actors who feel uncomfortable should leave projects, responding to Janhvi Kapoor’s criticism of Peddi’s sexualised portrayal and Radhika Apte’s account of a Telugu-film experience; she warned such remarks risk deepening North-South divisions. She alleged Dharma Productions excluded her from Kesari 2 promotions, despite featuring her in its song, and questioned the omission.

Every Kareena Kapoor look from Koffee With Karan, ranked: Pink mini in 2004 to red suit in 2026

Kareena Kapoor’s most memorable Koffee With Karan style traces her evolution from early-2000s pink mini dresses to confident, tailored glamour, with her wine-red sequinned Season 6 gown crowned the standout. Her Season 9 red pantsuit, maternity gown, hot-pink looks and restrained saree reveal phases. The ranking weighs outfits’ fit, timing and reflection of Kareena’s life.

Athiya Shetty turns 34: KL Rahul calls her his biggest blessing, Suniel Shetty shares childhood pics

Actor Athiya Shetty celebrated her 34th birthday as husband KL Rahul and father Suniel Shetty shared heartfelt tributes. Rahul posted couple photos, calling her his biggest blessing, while Suniel shared childhood throwbacks and reflected on watching her build a family. The couple married in 2023 and welcomed daughter Evaarah in March 2025; Athiya has stepped away from films.

Sobhita Dhulipala says being an outsider in film industry was very intimidating

Sobhita says entering film without connections was intimidating, with no mentor to guide her through auditions. Her pageant and modelling background complicated casting, but persistence brought her debut in Anurag Kashyap’s *Raman Raghav 2.0* and a trip to Cannes in 2016. She later starred in *Made in Heaven* and made her Hollywood debut with *Monkey Man*.

Exclusive: Cops told MCD of illegal construction at Chawri Bazar building months ago, say officials

Delhi Police say they alerted MCD in June to unauthorised construction at the Chawri Bazar building that collapsed Thursday, killing two people and injuring one, but no action followed. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ordered two engineers suspended, an inquiry, an FIR against the contractor, and medical care and compensation for victims. It was another capital building collapse.

German Conservative leader found dead at Berlin hotel hours after cancelling speech at party office

Hubert Aiwanger, Bavaria’s deputy governor, economy minister and longtime Free Voters leader, was found dead in a Berlin hotel Wednesday; authorities are investigating. The 55-year-old reportedly withdrew from a speech for health reasons. He helped turn the party into a governing force in Bavaria, though it made limited headway nationally and never entered Germany’s parliament.

Tribunal orders ₹32 lakh compensation to kin of road accident victim

A Thane tribunal ordered Maharashtra’s state-run transport corporation to pay Rs 31.95 lakh to delivery executive Vijay Laxman Kadam’s family after he died when a bus struck his motorcycle on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway in 2020. In its November ruling, it assigned 80% negligence to the bus driver and 20% to Kadam, reducing the award for his contributory negligence.

Lara Dutta humbled to be in Ramayana, calls Kaikeyi one of the ‘most misunderstood’ women in history

Lara Dutta marked Ramayana’s global release with a tribute to her role as Kaikeyi, calling her a misunderstood woman whose humanity and role in fulfilling divine prophecy deserve recognition. She thanked director Nitesh Tiwari, producer Namit Malhotra and cast, remembering her father. The epic stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, opening on 70,000 screens.

Weekend Planner (November 7 and 8): Delhi-NCR residents, here’s everything you must check out!

Delhi-NCR’s weekend lineup spans all-day cinema, dining, festivals, live music and a morning run. Theatres screen *Ramayana*, *Scene*, *Mahasakthi*, *Summer Holidays*, *Bhavantara*, *The Cat in the Hat* and *Disco*, while Burma Burma and The Lodhi offer food and drinks. Saturday brings Diwali celebrations, Keshavam live, rock ’n’ roll and a 7am run at Nehru Park.

UK man allegedly stored body of ‘soulmate’ with her guinea pigs in freezer for 3 years

At Liverpool Crown Court, George Gordon, 65, is accused of murdering Delia McInerney, 62, and hiding her dismembered body in a freezer beside her five guinea pigs for nearly three years. Prosecutors say he impersonated her and stole money; Gordon admits killing her but denies murder and animal cruelty. McInerney planned to move to Portugal.

Georgia officer who fatally shot baby donkey HeeHaw won't face criminal charges; owner files lawsuit

Georgia prosecutor Jaeson Smith cleared Officer Trenton Garner of criminal charges for fatally shooting one-year-old donkey HeeHaw during a search for a missing child, ruling he reasonably acted to protect another officer. HeeHaw approached despite a Taser warning. The child was found, while owner Hannah Israel pursues a civil lawsuit alleging unlawful entry and unjustified shooting.

Tanker hit by 2 unidentified projectiles off Qatar coast, crew status remains unknown: UKMTO

A tanker was struck by two unidentified projectiles about 50 nautical miles north of Madinat ash Shamal, Qatar, at 23:20 UTC on November 4, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said, Reuters reported Thursday. Authorities had not confirmed the crew’s condition or vessel damage, and no further details were available at the time.

Centre to set up panel to revisit UGC equity regulations, Supreme Court told

The Union government told the Supreme Court it is considering a committee to revisit the UGC’s 2026 equity regulations, stayed after judges warned vague provisions could be misused and harm society. The court urged protections for every student, while 2012 rules remain in force. The framework’s caste-discrimination definition faces challenges over exclusions and possible false complaints.

Dublin-Rome flight diverted to French air base after bomb alert

An Airbus A320 operating from Dublin to Rome was diverted to the Évreux base in Fauville, France, after a bomb alert, according to reports. The French prime minister’s office said it was closely monitoring the situation, Reuters reported. Further details were not available, and the circumstances of the alert and the aircraft’s status remained unclear.

Cyclone Murasu impact subsides across Andhra

Cyclone Murasu’s impact has weakened across Andhra Pradesh, rainfall has subsided, and no heavy-rain warning is in force, the emergency centre said Thursday. Reservoir and drainage levels are stable or falling, though light to moderate showers may affect coastal districts this weekend. Heavy rainfall had been concentrated in Godavari districts, and low-lying residents should remain cautious.

No moral policing of IT firms, but Kannadigas must form workforce majority: CM Shivakumar

Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar said the government would protect tech firms from interference and moral policing, while expecting Kannadigas to form a majority of company workforces amid calls for hiring quotas. He said Bengaluru must stay open to migrants and talent. KRV seeks employment data and reservations; a 2024 quota bill was paused after objections.

JD(U) welcomes two-year extension for Agniveers, calls it 'wonderful Diwali gift'

The Janata Dal welcomed the Centre’s two-year extension for Agniveers, calling it a “Diwali gift” that could attract more Army aspirants, particularly in Bihar. Under revised Agnipath rules, eligible personnel may enter permanent service after the extension. The scheme previously offered four-year enlistments, retaining only 25 per cent; the changes follow an exhaustive review by the three services.

US Postal Service issues second Diwali stamp in 10 years, features rangoli by Indian artist

The US Postal Service issued its second Diwali stamp, featuring an eight-foot rangoli created by Indian artist Sangita Bhutada, completed in eight to 10 days. Unveiled October 21, 2026, in Washington, the Forever stamp was photographed by Bijay Dixit and designed by Jennifer Arnold; 20 million were printed. The first Diwali stamp appeared in 2016.

Indiana executes Jeffrey Weisheit; two others set to be put to death in Florida and Alabama

Indiana executed Jeffrey Weisheit Thursday for killing his girlfriend’s two children in a 2010 house fire, as Florida and Alabama prepared executions later that day, marking the second time three US executions were scheduled on one day this year. Jesse Guardado and Michael Taylor faced lethal injection, with both states’ governors rejecting their clemency requests.