A life in full bloom: Economist extraordinaire NK Singh talks about his new memoir, Endeavours

Nand Kishore Singh’s second memoir, *Endeavours*, reveals the passions behind a career shaping modern India, moving beyond his first account of public policy to explore gardening, photography, homeopathy and Hindustani classical music. The former 15th Finance Commission chair recounts pivotal economic roles; his forthcoming book will examine India’s development choices and missed opportunities.

Delhi Metro revises timings on Diwali; services to start 1 hour early on 3 lines, last train at 10pm

Delhi Metro will start services an hour early on the Pink, Magenta and Grey lines on Diwali, November 8, 2026, with service beginning at 6 am rather than the usual Sunday 7 am. The last metro on all lines, including the Airport Express, will depart at 10 pm, an hour earlier than usual; passengers should check DMRC updates.

Are Pop-Ups here to stay in Bengaluru?

Bengaluru’s pop-ups are thriving, increasingly spotlighting India’s regional cuisines, while celebrity-chef takeovers draw diners and train hotel teams. Yet chefs warn fleeting events can dilute a restaurant’s identity unless they foster lasting innovation. Some venues answer with rotating, region-led menus; others favor familiar dining. Once chiefly a retail term, pop-up restaurants gained momentum worldwide around 2014.

How America’s political reset could reshape its global role

The 2026 US midterms are more than a referendum on Trump: they could reshape congressional oversight and expose party divisions, but a change in control would not automatically reverse his agenda or foreign policy. Stakes include uncertainty over US commitments, immigration, tariffs and industrial policy, affecting India’s defence, technology and trade ties. Partnerships require engagement beyond the presidency.

Dilwali Diwali review: This sweet film starring Manoj Pahwa will tug at your heartstrings

Dilwali Diwali is a warm, feel-good watch, recommended for its relatable family story and strong performances, though its straightforward narrative offers few surprises. Manoj Pahwa and Neelu Kohli shine as parents alienated by their upscale home, while Mihir Ahuja plays their son returning from abroad. The film asks whether material comfort can replace belonging and festive togetherness.

‘The Trump regime is over’: Rosie O’Donnell celebrates blue wave as she contemplates returning to US

Rosie O’Donnell is weighing a return to New York from Ireland, saying separation from her children and six-month-old grandson has become painful, despite enjoying Dublin. The comedian celebrated Democrats’ midterm gains, saying election news brought her to tears and declaring the “Trump regime” over. She moved after Trump’s reelection; their feud prompted a White House rebuke.

India does not have to choose between protectionism and globalisation

As former free-trade champions erect tariff and regulatory barriers, India’s expanding trade agenda must reckon with who gains and who pays. Trade has reduced poverty and inequality between countries, but its benefits are uneven: consumers gain cheaper goods while exposed workers and small exporters face losses and costly standards. Openness requires adjustment and shared prosperity.

Fire breaks out at car showroom on Delhi's MG Road, several fire tenders rushed to spot

A fire broke out at a car showroom on Delhi’s MG Road, prompting the Delhi Fire Service to send several fire tenders to the scene, the department said. The report gave no information about the blaze’s cause, extent, possible injuries or damage, or whether firefighters had brought it under control; details were not provided.

HSBC Electronic Data Processing sub-leases office space in Bengaluru for a total rent of ₹207 cr

HSBC Electronic Data Processing India has sub-leased 119,751 sq ft of furnished office space at Bengaluru’s Ecospace Campus for five years, with rent exceeding ₹207 crore. Monthly rent starts at ₹3.19 crore, or ₹267 per sq ft; the deal includes 119 parking spaces and a ₹19.18-crore deposit. COWRKS sub-let it along Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Road.

Washington changes, India's interests endure

India should treat America’s midterm results as a reminder to protect strategic autonomy, not as a setback or opportunity in Washington relations. It must deepen institutional ties while strengthening manufacturing, defence, technology, energy security and supply chains, and maintaining diverse partnerships. Democrats’ congressional victories constrain Trump’s administration, but India-US cooperation rests on enduring shared interests.

4 coaches of Karmabhoomi Express catch fire near Rajpura; passengers safe

Fire engulfed four coaches of the Amritsar–New Jalpaiguri Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara in Punjab Friday, but no passengers were injured. The safety system stopped the train, allowing evacuation as firefighters contained the blaze. Railway staff arranged an alternative train. Three coaches were damaged, and a technical probe is underway. The unreserved service carries long-distance passengers.

Greater Noida man loses ₹6.1 lakh after video call over credit card application

A 54-year-old Greater Noida man allegedly lost ₹6.1 lakh after fraudsters posing as credit-card representatives accessed his phone during a video call, police said, making 12 unauthorised transactions. Suspects obtained OTPs and diverted calls through phone settings; police registered cheating and IT Act cases, and are tracing them. The victim was seeking credit-card application help.

Making the India-EU trade deal work for Tiruppur and Moradabad

India’s EU trade agreement promises export growth with preferential access for over 99% of Indian exports, but benefits hinge on firms, especially small exporters, using the deal and meeting Europe’s carbon standards. Low use of agreements and CBAM obligations make verified emissions data, guidance, monitoring and targeted EU support vital. Negotiations began two decades ago.

Olympic champion Imane Khelif to make pro boxing debut in December

Olympic champion Imane Khelif announced Friday she will make her professional debut in Paris on December 15, facing Clarida Sarabia at super-welterweight. It will be her first bout since winning welterweight gold at the 2024 Games; a training injury delayed her planned April return. Khelif, born female, faced Olympic gender controversy and discussed hormone treatment.

Workplace risk factors that can raise stroke risk

Workplace routines can raise stroke risk through inactivity, stress, poor sleep, unhealthy diets, smoking and excess alcohol, contributing to hypertension, diabetes, obesity and abnormal cholesterol. Regular movement, balanced meals, adequate sleep, stress management and avoiding tobacco help; screening and treatment for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol and atrial fibrillation are vital. Recognise stroke symptoms and seek emergency care.

Can green steel become the next industrial policy success

India’s plan to double steel output to 300 million tonnes by 2030-31 risks locking in carbon-intensive production and costly imported coking coal, making green steel an industrial and climate imperative. The shift requires clean power, financing, scrap, hydrogen, phased procurement, emissions standards and support for smaller producers and workers; current pilots and national taxonomy offer a foundation.

The fiery heat of the Deccan is all grit and no garden

An Uttara Karnataka meal centered on jowar and bajra offers a filling alternative to rice-heavy feasts, pairing jolada rotti with salads, spicy stuffed brinjal, peanut podis and lightly sweet holige. Shaped by the Northern Deccan’s dry landscape, this cuisine preserves millet traditions; historical accounts describe jowar rotti as a daily staple, with rice reserved for festivals.

Making adaptation finance deliver for India’s frontlines

COP31 must redirect climate finance toward adaptation outcomes: developing countries need $310–365 billion annually by 2035, yet received $26 billion in public adaptation finance in 2023. The article urges community-led, climate-risk-informed projects that demonstrate additionality and reduce vulnerability, with CSR and private capital complementing public funding. The Paris Agreement’s Global Goal on Adaptation and Belém indicators frame progress.

Garbage piles up in Bhopal, other MP cities as municipal employees’ strike enters third day

Madhya Pradesh’s strike entered its third day Friday, leaving garbage piling up and disrupting water supply across cities, with Bhopal worst hit: 2,550 tonnes of waste accumulated as tanker services halted. More than one lakh workers seek higher wages, job regularisation and an end to contracts. Talks may yield an agreement; Bhopal generates 850 tonnes daily.

From Payments to Savings: Bringing Everyday Money Management into One Place

Kotak811 brings everyday payments, transfers and savings together in one account, while eligible balances earn interest and ActivMoney can move surplus funds into fixed deposits at applicable rates. Its zero-balance account requires no minimum balance, and app tools help customers review spending, plan bills and save. These features support an organised routine for managing finances.

Kids’ nutrition guide: What growing children need for healthy development?

Growing children need balanced meals to support growth, brain development, immunity and steady energy, combining protein, whole-grain carbohydrates, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. Offer snacks and milk or fortified alternatives, while addressing picky eating with variety, cooking involvement and repeated exposure. Iron, calcium, vitamin D, iodine, zinc and B vitamins matter; supplements may bridge gaps.

Grap 3 curbs implemented in Delhi-NCR as air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category

Delhi-NCR authorities imposed Stage 3 GRAP curbs as the air-quality index reached 382, nearing severe levels. The measures ban dust-generating construction and restrict older, high-emission vehicles, while requiring hybrid classes for pupils in Delhi and nearby districts. Governments may halve office attendance; essential infrastructure projects and less-polluting work remain exempt under controls targeting dust and emissions.

Tucker Carlson blames Iran war for Republican losses, calls it ‘end of the Trump era’ and Fox News

Tucker Carlson says Trump’s era and Fox News’s influence may be ending after midterm losses, blaming the Iran conflict and candidate choices for alienating voters. He accused Fox News and Netanyahu of influencing Trump’s attack on Iran; the White House rejected his criticism. The former Fox host, once a Trump ally, said Trump exposed Washington’s hidden power structures.

Magnitude-6.1 quake hits off Tokyo, no tsunami alert: weather agency

A magnitude-6.1 earthquake struck off Tokyo on Friday evening, Japanese authorities reported, but officials issued no tsunami alert. The shallow tremor hit at 7:39 p.m. local time (1039 GMT) in waters off the Kanto region, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency, which published the details on its website.

Police, mining authorities bound to register FIRs for theft of state-owned minerals, says NGT

The NGT ruled police and mining officials must register FIRs for theft of state-owned minerals; penalties for illegal mining do not prevent criminal prosecution. In a case of sand extraction and storage in Odisha’s Mahanadi riverbed, it ordered proceedings against Prem Kishore Patel, environmental compensation, and stricter transport monitoring. Chikhili was not an authorised sand source.

Pro Kabaddi League to give 2026 season a miss

The PKL will skip 2026, its first non-pandemic year without a season since 2014, after teams and broadcaster JioStar failed to finalize media-rights terms; JioStar sought to halve the ₹905-crore deal. Negotiations are advanced, while owners weigh shorter seasons for stronger audiences, fewer injuries and reduced fatigue. The league’s pause in 2020 was due to COVID-19.

Why do diabetics feel hungry? Explore meal planning and diabetes-friendly recipes for solutions

People with diabetes may feel hungry because insulin resistance prevents glucose from reaching cells, while refined-carbohydrate meals can trigger blood-sugar spikes and crashes. Balanced meals rich in vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, fiber and fats may improve fullness and glucose stability. Persistent or unusual hunger warrants medical advice; World Diabetes Day highlights awareness of symptoms.

Vastu-inspired home decor for modern homes: What to place and where for a balanced living space

Vastu-inspired home styling recommends keeping the north-east light and uncluttered, leaving the centre open, and placing heavier décor in the south-west, south or west. Silver accents suit north and northwest areas, while handcrafted objects should be located according to material and weight. Avoid broken, unused or overcrowded décor, says Aarna Jai Madaan, reflecting traditional directional beliefs.

Notices purportedly issued at police’s behest for takedown of IFF, SFLC accounts fake, X tells HC

X told Delhi High Court notices targeting Internet Freedom Foundation and Software Freedom Law Center accounts and posts were fake, and promised no action against either group. Its investigation found Delhi Police had not issued them, and X reported the notices to police. The court closed the groups’ petition challenging notices dated October 31 and November 2.

4 tiny bottles, one clear favourite: A perfume discovery set reviewed after weeks of testing

CIDA’s ₹3,299 set contains four 10 ml scents for moods; Oud Elysian is the favourite, while Aqua Eclipse is easiest to gift. Tahitian Spice energises, and Obsidian Rose suits intimate evenings. Portable vials allow switching, though longevity is modest. The set offers a low-risk way to explore modern Indian perfumery before committing to full bottles.