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According to the advisory, traffic on roads leading to and adjoining these ghats will be regulated on a need basis

Delhi Traffic Police warns of restrictions on roads near Yamuna ghats for Chhath Puja

Delhi and Ghaziabad police will regulate traffic for Chhath Puja November 15-16, with heavy vehicles barred from Ghaziabad city limits as devotees visit riverfront ghats. Delhi restrictions may affect Yamuna-area roads from 2 pm Saturday until 8 am Sunday; Ghaziabad diversions start at noon and last through celebrations. Ghaziabad’s festivities will cover about 79 sites.

Man arrested for allegedly conducting reconnaissance of sensitive locations in Mumbai

Man held for conducting ‘reconnaissance’ of sensitive locations in Mumbai

A 20-year-old Navi Mumbai man was arrested for allegedly surveying sensitive South Mumbai locations, including Chabad House, for criminal syndicate-linked handlers, officials said. Yash Singh was reportedly paid for reconnaissance and contacted handlers via Telegram; Keralam police arrested him under the UAPA after Maharashtra ATS detained him. Chabad House was targeted in the 2008 Mumbai attacks.

Indian players celebrate as they thrash Guam

AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers: India thrash Guam 12-0

India crushed Guam 12-0 in AFC U-17 Asian Cup qualifiers Saturday, earning a second win as Raj Singh Wahengbam scored four goals and Dallalmuon Gangte netted a first-half hat-trick. The result is India’s third-biggest win; they lead Group E on goal difference and face Palestine Tuesday, with group winners alone advancing to the 2027 finals.

Woman, 62, dies days after being assaulted by son in Goregaon

Woman, 62, dies days after being assaulted by son in Goregaon

A 62-year-old Goregaon West woman died Friday, four days after her son allegedly slammed her head against a wall; police will upgrade his attempted-murder charge to murder. Sadhana Karande suffered severe injuries in the November 9 assault, reportedly during a drunken dispute over household expenses. Her elder son found her unconscious, and neighbours restrained the accused.

Police and the FBI continue searching Peoria's BioUrja plant for explosives after one bomb was found, while nearby residents remain evacuated.

Peoria bomb threat: Police continue search for more explosives at BioUrja plant

Police and investigators continued searching BioUrja Renewables in Peoria Saturday for additional explosives after a bomb was rendered safe Friday night, while a one-mile evacuation remained in effect. Officials have not confirmed other devices, and claims of three more bombs are unverified. The threat began with a suspicious package at the ethanol plant; no injuries or arrests were reported.

Former UP Congress chief Ajay Rai (HT File Photo)

Owaisi-Azad alliance aims to divide Oppn votes: Ajay Rai

Former Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai accused AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi and Azad Samaj Party chief Chandrashekhar Azad of indirectly helping BJP by splitting opposition votes ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The alliance, Samajik Parivartan Morcha, has named Azad its chief ministerial candidate and plans to contest 403 seats statewide; Rai plans to contest too.

Pierre Jeanneret brought mathematics onto an exterior wall of Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 16-D, Chandigarh.

Chandigarh Chord | Geometry of memory: A wall, a theorem and a thousand memories

Pierre Jeanneret’s brick Pythagorean wall at Chandigarh’s Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 16-D, turns a theorem into climate-conscious architecture and an emblem of schoolchildren’s memories. Built in 1954, its geometric design teaches through everyday surroundings while shielding classrooms from sun. Known as 16 Model, friendships, assemblies and games give Chandigarh’s geometry its human heart.

The Allahabad high court in Prayagraj (HT File Photo)

HC upholds dismissal of court staff for manipulating records

Allahabad High Court upheld court employee Seema Sharma’s dismissal for changing a prisoner’s age in judicial records to secure his release under a scheme, calling it serious misconduct and direct interference with justice. She altered Juber’s age from 19 to 38; convicted of murder, he was serving life. The 2000 scheme covered prisoners over 60.

Suriya and Nazriya Nazim star in Jithu Madhavan's comedy-action film Scene.

Scene box office collection day 9: Suriya's crime comedy bounces back, crosses ₹125 crore

Gautam Ghattamaneni, Mahesh Babu’s son, called Suriya’s *Scene* “crazy good,” praising its humor, performances—especially Naslen’s—and music, as the Tamil film’s Saturday earnings climbed to ₹8.40 crore from Friday’s ₹6 crore. Its total reached ₹126.10 crore, putting it within reach of ₹150 crore. *Scene* stars Suriya as a police officer investigating a serial-killer case.

Sean Duffy says contractor error or a faulty router may have caused Friday's nationwide FAA ground stop.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy explains what caused FAA nationwide ground stop

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Saturday that an FAA contractor may have caused Friday’s nationwide telecommunications outage, which grounded flights and prompted thousands of cancellations. At a briefing at Transportation Department headquarters, Duffy said a contractor at one remote FAA site was performing work to move communications from copper lines to fiber.

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Codeine cough syrup: UPFSDA sends 6 proposals to Centre to curb illegal trade

Uttar Pradesh’s FSDA has urged the Centre to overhaul codeine-cough-syrup distribution after finding billed consignments failed to reach authorised retailers, raising fears of misuse and cross-border diversion. Proposals include state notification, approved distributors, barcode tracking, medical-demand-based limits and a ban on wholesale-to-wholesale sales. The medicine is not banned and remains necessary for patients when prescribed.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang embraces Chinese businesswoman Alice Huang after delivering his keynote speech at COMPUTEX 2024 in Taipei, Taiwan, June 2, 2024.

AI tools Jensen Huang championed now star in memes of his downfall

AI-generated memes of former Nvidia chief Jensen Huang have flooded platforms, turning reports of affairs and his departure into comedy—and making him a target of tools from his own industry. Videos show him dancing or appearing in movie scenes with women linked to the scandal, attracting millions of views. Creators used Kling and Higgsfield to make the clips.

Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana.

Ramayana box office collection day 10: Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's film crosses ₹670 crore

Ramayana Part 1 opens the BRICS segment at the 57th International Film Festival of India, showcasing films from all 11 member countries and partner nations. Nitesh Tiwari’s film, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi, has earned ₹673.95 crore, surpassing Jawan and Stree 2. Released November 5, it adapts Valmiki’s epic, with a second installment planned.

Pune duo held for running car over cop in Kalamboli

Pune duo held for running car over cop in Kalamboli

Two Pune-based men were arrested for allegedly striking a constable with a car and fleeing a Kalamboli checkpoint five days earlier. Constable Dilip Bhoir, 43, fractured his heel and is stable. CCTV and phone-location analysis helped police trace the driver and passenger. They say they panicked after getting lost and face attempted-murder and assault charges.

4 held, including 2 minors, for gangraping 14-yr-old in Kandivali

4 held, including 2 minors, for gangraping 14-yr-old in Kandivali

Four people, including two 17-year-olds, were arrested in Kandivali for allegedly raping a 14-year-old girl twice after threatening to circulate a purported bathing video; the minors were sent to an observation home, and the adults remanded in custody. The girl reported the assaults after threats on November 6 and 10, prompting a case under the POCSO Act.

Duo on the run for 10 weeks after killing Andheri man held in Kolkata

Duo on the run for 10 weeks after killing Andheri man held in Kolkata

Two men accused of killing 22-year-old Shivam Kanojia in Mumbai’s Sahar area were arrested in Kolkata two and a half months after the August 30 attack, while three alleged accomplices remain at large. Police say Shivam was fatally stabbed after intervening in a fight reignited by a year-old feud between an accused man and a neighborhood resident; the young men knew one another.

Mohit Ulva celebrates India's win as he holds the Tricolour aloft!

Ulva stuns Pakistan and takes India to 9th U-19 Asia Cup win

India won their ninth Under-19 Asia Cup, beating Pakistan by one wicket in a last-ball thriller as Mohit Ulva’s unbeaten 49 off 26 balls completed a remarkable chase of 338. Ulva and Manal Chauhan (47) added 57 for the ninth wicket. Earlier, Pakistan posted 337/9, powered by Usman Khan’s 107. Aaryavir Sehwag also scored 58.

Enforcement has to be done through a process known to law. It can’t be done by force, the HC observed. (For Representation)

Finance firms can’t use goons to seize vehicles over loan default: Allahabad HC

Allahabad High Court ruled lenders cannot forcibly seize vehicles over loan defaults, requiring repossession claims to go through courts or arbitration. It ordered the lender to return the vehicle unconditionally, restructure the loan without penal interest and pay Rs 10,000 in costs. The borrower had paid 31 of 45 instalments before agents allegedly seized it at gunpoint.

Court quashes case against Viacom 18 over Borivali man’s photo shown in tribute to dead celebs

Court quashes case against Viacom 18 over Borivali man’s photo shown in tribute to dead celebs

A Mumbai sessions court quashed a criminal defamation case against Viacom18 over a 2012 Colours TV broadcast, finding no intent to damage a Borivali man’s reputation. Somak Mukherjee said his photograph appeared among deceased Bollywood stars, prompting worried calls and taunts; the broadcaster apologized. The court also found his complaint’s verification procedurally defective.

Ranveer Brar's veg lollipop recipe can be made in just half an hour.

Chef Ranveer Brar shares crispy veg lollipop recipe to enjoy in the evenings: See preparation

Chef Ranveer Brar’s crispy vegetarian lollipops offer a meat-free take on the chicken starter, combining mashed potatoes, vegetables, soya granules and Schezwan sauce around ice-cream sticks. Coat each lollipop in flour and spiced batter, then deep-fry until crisp and serve hot with Schezwan sauce. The 30-minute recipe comes from unverified social-media content online.

Bryan Bedford, administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), during a House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies hearing in Washington, DC on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

FAA administrator says nationwide ground stop for ‘the right reasons,' rules out foul play

FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said Saturday that the nationwide ground stop, which began Friday afternoon, was imposed “for the right reasons,” while apologizing for the disruption to travelers. He ruled out foul play, saying officials had found “zero evidence” of anything nefarious or AI-related. The outage remains under investigation, and the story is being updated.

Dario Amodei explained why Anthropic turned down talented candidates who failed to meet its workplace standards.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei reveals four types of people he refuses to hire

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says exceptional technical skills cannot offset poor cultural fit: the company rejects candidates who are unpleasant, attention-seeking, unable to collaborate, or indifferent to public benefit. Applicants face a culture interview, with shared values credited for retention: more than three-quarters of Anthropic’s first 100 employees remain. Founded in 2021, Anthropic prioritizes collaboration.

Tanvi Patri won the silver medal at the Youth Olympics 2026

Youth Olympics medals context: Glimpse of potential, big test of transition

India’s 17-member contingent won 10 medals, including historic firsts, at Dakar’s 2026 Youth Olympic Games, but coaches stressed that youth success is only an indication, not a guarantee of senior achievement. The event offered exposure amid uneven fields, while IOC president Kirsty Coventry noted that only 15% of YOG athletes make the Olympic Games.

A quiet helpline is a warning, not a sign that all is well.

Guest column | Policy nudges to bring Elder Line back to life

Chandigarh’s Elder Line 14567 needs dependable access, prompt responses and accountability—not merely renewed funding: calls dwindled from 5,088 in 2022-23 to none in 2024-25, apparently stopping before its reported June 2025 suspension. An audit, call-routing backup, public performance data, complaint tracking and proactive checks on isolated seniors could rebuild trust as India’s ageing population grows.

The Ukrainian president described discussions about a new European security framework before the end of the war as dangerous.

Zelensky says Ukraine's neutrality won't be enshrined in Constitution amid push from Russia

Zelenskyy ruled out constitutionally enshrining Ukraine’s neutrality, saying it would not ensure lasting security, and reaffirmed Kyiv’s EU ambitions. He warned that debating Europe’s postwar security before fighting ends could fuel escalation, urging negotiators to prioritize a ceasefire, end the war and guarantee Ukraine’s security. Russia’s reported demands include NATO troop withdrawals and restrictions on Ukraine.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar went wicketless vs Rajasthan

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Rajasthan expose UP’s frailties in six-wicket rout

Rajasthan opened its Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy campaign by chasing Uttar Pradesh’s 172/6 in 15.4 overs, winning by six wickets with 26 balls remaining and exposing UP’s shortcomings. Abhijeet Tomar’s 63 and Rohan Rajbhar’s 48 powered a 114-run stand, while Sameer Rizvi’s 74 led UP. Returning Mohsin Khan, sidelined six months through injury, went wicketless.

Giri Babu's death came as a shock to several actors.

Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu dies at 83; Chiranjeevi, Anil Ravipudi pay tribute

Giri Babu, veteran Telugu actor, director and producer, has died aged 83, drawing tributes from Chiranjeevi, Anil Ravipudi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. Over five decades, he appeared in more than 600 films, playing villains, comedians and character roles. He also produced and directed films, and made his final screen appearance in 2023’s *Anni Manchi Sakunamule*.

Look beyond output power and assess surround sound, Dolby Atmos, subwoofer quality and connectivity for home theatre

When TV speakers fall flat, these Dolby Atmos soundbars bring the drama

Six Dolby Atmos soundbars on Flipkart could elevate movie nights, from compact virtual-surround models to complete systems with physical rear and up-firing speakers. The shortlist spans boAt, JBL, Samsung, Sonos and LG; buyers praise sound and bass but report mixed setup, connectivity and value. Check channels, HDMI eARC, room fit and speaker configuration before choosing.

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PMC to power four electric crematoriums with rooftop solar panels

Prayagraj Municipal Corporation will install rooftop solar panels at four of the city’s five electric crematoriums to reduce electricity use and secure daytime power. Customized after an energy survey, the systems will generate 10% above current needs for machinery, air conditioning and lighting. The sites handle five to six cremations, and three more crematoriums are planned.

US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy gives an update on the aviation ground stop in the White House briefing room in Washington, DC, on November 13, 2026.

Sean Duffy assures passengers ‘it is safe to fly’ as US flight operations slowly returning to normal

U.S. air travel is gradually recovering after an FAA ground stop disrupted flights Friday, though delays and cancellations will persist as airlines reposition planes and crews. Secretary Sean Duffy says flying is safe; more than 12,500 flights were canceled Friday and Saturday. Radar and telecommunications problems triggered the stop, renewing calls to modernize air traffic systems.