Seats with largest Indian-American populations in US mostly went blue

Democrats won 85 of the 100 U.S. House districts with the largest Indian-American populations in Tuesday’s midterms, up from 79, an analysis found. Republicans fell to 15 seats, while Democrats swept top Indian-population districts. The result reflects Indian-American voters’ Democratic lean, although they are not a majority in any district; these seats contain over half the community.

Diwali 2026 Date & Timings in India, USA, UK, Dubai and Other Countries: Check Lakshmi Puja Muhurat

Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday, November 8, and Lakshmi Puja is traditionally performed during the overlap of Pradosh Kaal and Vrishabha (Taurus) Lagna, with timings based on local sunset and astrological calculations. Families abroad should follow their city’s muhurat, not Indian Standard Time. Amavasya begins 11:27 a.m. IST November 8; Taurus signifies stability and prosperity.

Cristiano Ronaldo's retirement after 23 years with Portugal marks the end of an era

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal duty Thursday, ending a 23-year career with 234 appearances and 146 goals, and thanking fans. The Ballon d’Or winner captained Portugal to Euro 2016 and Nations League titles in 2019 and 2025; he leaves as international football’s leading scorer and appearance-maker, having competed at six World Cups.

Not clear who can form a government, says Herzog following consultations

Israeli President Isaac Herzog said he remains unsure who can form a government, despite 67 lawmakers recommending opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot and 46 backing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He will decide Sunday after talks, citing mutual vetoes that cloud coalition prospects. Arab parties hold 19 seats but face resistance from both blocs over Hamas.

Jacob Pearson, 35-year-old Orlando man, identified as suspect killed in Tampa Citibank shooting

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister identified Jacob Pearson, 35, of Orlando, as the armed suspect in Wednesday’s shooting at a Citibank complex; Pearson died at a local hospital. Chronister called the security guard who shot him a hero. He said Pearson had no prior criminal record, was married with a 7-year-old child, and carried 90 rounds of ammunition.

Fact check: Cardi B did not share alleged Offset chat about son Grey's paternity

Viral claims that Offset questioned whether Cardi B’s son with Stefon Diggs was his are fabricated: Cardi did not post the exchange, which remains unverified. The screenshot appeared after she revealed one-year-old Grey Marsean Diggs on November 4. Separately, a judge denied Offset’s DNA-test request in divorce proceedings; that ruling does not validate those messages.

Thar mows down cyclist in Kharar

A 50-year-old cyclist, Lalan, was killed Monday evening when a black Mahindra Thar struck his bicycle near Vidya Valley School in Kharar’s Sector 123, then fled. His brother Naresh witnessed the crash at 6.30 pm and took him to hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Police registered rash-driving and negligent-death charges against the unidentified driver.

Hakeem Jeffries’ ‘private’ Jared Kushner meetings trigger petition against his House speakership

Jeffries’ private meeting with Jared Kushner has fueled opposition to his Speaker bid, as a petition urging Democrats to reject him surpassed 600,000 signatures. They reportedly discussed housing, immigration and living costs, while Kushner suggested Jeffries meet White House chief of staff Susie Wiles. Jeffries says Democrats will demand affordability reforms; the January 2027 House vote requires 218 votes.

Scott Colom's wife Nadia, and their two daughters, were instrumental in his historic Senate run

Democrat Scott Colom holds a 1,000-vote lead over Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith with more than 96% of ballots counted, potentially ending Mississippi’s decades-long streak without a Democratic senator and making Colom its first Black senator. His wife, Nadia, is described as the campaign’s backbone, supporting his run while leading a nonprofit for youth; they married in 2014.

AIIMS Awantipora OPD services likely to begin before Dec: Nadda

Union Health Minister JP Nadda said AIIMS Awantipora will launch OPD services by December 2026, with MBBS seats doubling from 50 to 100. He ordered faster recruitment and equipment procurement, inpatient and academic services to begin in July 2027, and remaining construction to finish by March 2027. An Awami Itihaad Party spokesperson urged work to resume at stalled GMC Handwara.

What is ueno bank and how did it trigger Paraguay's political crisis?

Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña resigned Thursday as digital lender ueno’s collapse intensified a crisis over his past ties to controlling shareholder Grupo Vázquez. Regulators intervened after finding the bank had breached solvency rules, leaving customers unable to access accounts. Investigations and accusations of conflicts of interest heightened scrutiny; ueno had served three million Paraguayan customers.

Daisy Shah on redefining ‘Dhan’ this festive season: My biggest Dhan is my family

Actor Daisy Shah says Dhanteras is about prosperity, health, happiness and positivity—not simply buying gold; family, love and peace are her greatest wealth. She favors meaningful gifts and balances gold, utensils and modern investments, celebrating with diyas, flowers and homemade festive food. Childhood traditions taught her gratitude and togetherness matter more than lavish spending.

AP Exclusive: Trump administration held talks with Iran on deporting Iranians during the war

Unsealed court records show the Trump administration discussed deporting detainees via a third country during the war while contacting Iranian officials. At least 12 detainees were warned of deportation, prompting a judge to demand notice and threaten contempt. A lawsuit alleges information-sharing endangers asylum seekers; DHS denies sharing records. Deportations to Iran are rare.

Iran's security chief discusses regional, bilateral affairs with Putin

Putin met Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei at the Kremlin, where Rezaei delivered Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s message and discussed post-war arrangements and a Russia-Iran gas pipeline. He said Tehran would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz or negotiate until Washington meets seven conditions, while peace efforts remain stalled over sanctions, nuclear talks and the US blockade.

Putin envoy joins Melania Trump at White House event to discuss ceasefire she brokered in Oleshky

Melania Trump hosted Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev and Ukrainian officials at the White House Thursday to recognize a six-day ceasefire she brokered in Oleshky, enabling aid deliveries and evacuations; she said nearly 800 people left. Dmitriev conveyed Vladimir Putin’s thanks, while Ukrainian representatives urged her to continue. The truce followed months of deprivation in the Russian-occupied city.

Noida markets deck up for Diwali as festive stalls draw shoppers

Noida’s markets are filling with Diwali stalls selling decorations, lights, handicrafts and green firecrackers, while shopper turnout at Noida Haat remained modest and vendors reported mixed sales. Sector 18 attracted sellers from across India, as shoppers bargained and fireworks remained scarce; vendors said police had driven many sellers away. Homes across the city are also lighting up for Diwali.

Mexican judge arrested and accused in US with taking bribes in international drug trafficking case

Mexican judge Luiz Benítez Alcántara was arrested in Colombia, accused of accepting $2 million to release Canadian suspect Andrew Clark during 2024 extradition proceedings, U.S. officials said. He faces a nine-count indictment, and Washington will seek his extradition. Clark was recaptured and sent to the United States to face drug and murder charges linked to Ryan Wedding’s alleged trafficking network.

Met Gala unveils new theme after Galliano controversy

The Met will replace its planned John Galliano retrospective with “extraORDINARY,” an exhibition on how design reveals possibilities in everyday objects, opening May 9, 2027. The cancellation followed backlash over Galliano’s past antisemitic remarks, for which he apologized. Curator Andrew Bolton says ordinary garments carry personal memories. The Met’s annual gala is scheduled for May 3.

First major case under Uttar Pradesh anti-conversion law: HC grants bail to eight convicts, denies relief to eight others

Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow bench granted bail to eight of 16 convicts in Uttar Pradesh’s unlawful-conversion case, while rejecting pleas from alleged masterminds Mohd Umar Gautam and Maulana Kaleem Siddiqui and six others. It cited differing roles and evidence, although all spent over four years in custody. Appeals will be heard in January 2027.

Jaypal secures India's first LA Olympics quota with 10m air pistol silver

Jaypal Malviya secured India’s first quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, winning men’s air pistol silver with 242.2 points behind China’s Hu Kai (243.9). The 31-year-old held his nerve in his first international final, ending India’s quota drought. The place belongs to India, with the Olympic team to be chosen in 2028.

Trump ally Harmeet Dhillon resigns as DOJ civil rights chief after Democrats’ midterm wins

Harmeet Dhillon plans to leave as Justice Department civil-rights chief after Democrats’ midterm gains, becoming the first senior DOJ official to resign afterward, according to people familiar. Since her 2025 confirmation, she steered the division toward conservative causes, hiring attorneys for voting, immigration and campus litigation. A former Trump ally, she has said she hopes to return to private practice.

'Sí Votan': Young Latinos drive Democratic gains in US midterm elections

Latino voters helped Democrats win the midterms: 79% of those aged 18–29 backed Democratic House candidates, rising to 84% among ages 18–24, according to CNN. Their “Sí Votan” momentum extended to Texas, where 80% of voters aged 18–29 supported Gina Hinojosa. UnidosUS says their growing participation signals a generational shift from the “No Sabo” label.

BSP to revive social engineering formula, woo Gen Z in 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly polls

Mayawati said the BSP will contest the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election with its Dalit–upper-caste social-engineering strategy, while courting Gen Z through issues including unemployment, paper leaks and corruption. She will launch her campaign with a December 6 Lucknow rally, urging workers to secure a fifth government and arguing the BSP offers welfare and good governance.

Kimmarie Johnson, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ actress, dies at 50 after heart-related medical emergency

Actress and model Kimmarie Johnson, known for *Beverly Hills, 90210* and *Dude, Where’s My Car?*, died at 50 on November 4 in Los Angeles after a heart emergency, her niece said. Johnson suffered a “heart event” and was diagnosed with an aneurysm. Miss Pennsylvania USA in 1992, she launched a skincare brand and is survived by her son.

Thomas Massie to force vote on new Epstein files bill when the US House returns after midterms

Rep. Thomas Massie says he will seek 218 signatures to force a vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act II, while Ro Khanna calls it the “Epstein 2.0 Act.” The bill would give survivors access to records, let state attorneys general prosecute crimes, and permit lawsuits against DOJ. Earlier law required release of Epstein’s files.

ISL 13: Mohun Bagan quell Odisha FC fight and stay on top

Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Odisha FC 3-2 on Thursday to enter the international break atop the ISL with 12 points from four wins in five rounds. Dejan Drazic scored twice as Odisha twice equalised, before Lee Irwin struck the winner in the 87th minute. Anirudh Thapa contributed to all three goals, while second-placed NorthEast United trail by one point.

Deepinder Goyal defends Temple amid criticism over its science, says it's not a scam

Deepinder Goyal defended Temple’s science, saying the company stands by its methods, its claims can be independently verified, and validation studies, including preprints, are forthcoming. He said Whoop launched products before publishing studies and argued Temple is valuable enough to reach users, with evidence expected as independent research follows. Critics dispute the device’s brain-monitoring claims.

Nigerian court nullifies presidential contender Atiku Abubakar's candidacy 2 months before election

A Nigerian court voided Atiku Abubakar’s candidacy Thursday, ruling the ADC leadership illegally constituted, two months before January 2027 election. The party will appeal; Abubakar called the ruling an effort to weaken his campaign. The decision may aid President Bola Tinubu as opponents battle legal challenges amid economic hardship and insecurity; Abubakar placed second in 2023.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on November 6, 2026 in Delhi, Noida and Gurugram

Delhi-NCR’s November 6–7 events offer Diwali celebrations, live music, theatre, art, comedy and craft. Dilli Ki Diwali fills Connaught Place’s Central Park both days, while November 6 brings The One Note Live in Noida, a sculpture show at Triveni Gallery and Master Builder at LTG Auditorium. Workshops and a Gurugram festival add free and ticketed choices.

Ludhiana: Man learning driving crashes car into multiple vehicles; 1 dead, 5 injured

A 22-year-old learner driver was arrested after a Hyundai Creta struck five people in Ludhiana’s Issa Nagri Thursday morning, killing vendor Jagtar Singh, 55, and injuring others. Witnesses said the speeding car dragged Singh through the market before crashing into scooters about 50 metres away; another occupant fled. Singh had sold vegetables there for two decades.