Ranbir Kapoor reveals plans for directorial debut, wants to move behind the camera in 2-3 years

Ranbir Kapoor has begun writing his directorial debut and hopes to film it within two or three years, after current projects, as a warm, feel-good family drama. Still shaping the story, he cited *Life Is Beautiful*, *It’s a Wonderful Life* and Rajkumar Hirani’s films as inspirations, and said his acting schedule allows time to write.

Exclusive| Hansal Mehta on Pralay: Mumbai, home of Indian cinema has become most unfriendly to shoot

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta says *Pralay* had required permissions for its six-hour shoot at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan, rejecting claims it disrupted inter-school cricket matches. He criticizes Mumbai’s complex filming-clearance process, warning crews increasingly shoot elsewhere, though he hopes to keep working in the city he loves. The MCA questioned the commercial use of a ground for young cricketers.

Arunachal govt releases 4 Siang dam protesters, seeks fresh dialogue

Arunachal Pradesh released four protesters detained over opposition to the proposed Siang dam, approving reinstatement of traditional authorities to restart talks with the Siang Indigenous Farmers’ Forum. The group still demands security-force withdrawal and dropped criminal cases, which officials say require legal and safety review. Many Adi communities fear displacement, farmland loss and lasting environmental damage.

Former Babri litigant Iqbal Ansari showers petals on Shobha Yatra in Ayodhya

Former Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid litigant Iqbal Ansari and Panjitola residents welcomed Ayodhya’s Shobha Yatra with flower petals Saturday, calling for festivals to promote brotherhood as the city prepares to light 3 million diyas for Deepotsav. The 10th celebration will span 56 Saryu riverfront ghats, featuring laser-enhanced storytelling and 2,500 performers, including international Ramlila artists. Muslim groups will attend.

Scrolling, oversleeping or overworking: Psychiatrist shares signs of avoidant coping

Excessive scrolling, oversleeping and overworking may briefly ease emotional distress but deepen avoidance and disrupt daily life, psychiatrist Amit Malik warns, urging people to notice triggers, take manageable steps and set boundaries. Seek professional help if distress persists or daily functioning suffers. Amaha found 82.7% of care-seekers used avoidant coping, while 53% delayed care for over a year.

Apple's autocomplete restrictions include 'Dictator Trump' and 'Sleepy Joe,' researcher finds

Apple’s iOS keyboard suppresses autocomplete and swipe-typing suggestions for about 100,000 words and phrases, including vulgarities and politically sensitive terms, researcher Derik Kauffman says, raising concerns that predictive text can subtly shape communication. Users can still type them, and Apple says its keyboard avoids inappropriate suggestions. Researchers verified the multilingual gray list hidden inside iOS.

Nov-Jan ban on non-Delhi vehicles below BS-VI standards to be in force every year

Delhi will annually bar out-of-state BS-IV-and-older vehicles from plying November 1 through January 31 under its winter pollution plan. From November 2026, restrictions will also cover non-compliant goods vehicles and buses entering the capital. About 250 personnel will enforce the ban; electric and CNG vehicles are exempt. Diwali and stubble burning could worsen already deteriorating air quality.

From strategic Eastern airbase, Rajnath calls for highest military preparedness

Rajnath Singh urged India’s armed forces to maintain top readiness, warning adversaries exploit vulnerabilities through cyberattacks, drones and disinformation rather than confrontation. At Bagdogra Air Force Station near the China frontier, the defence minister called for cyber resilience and information integrity, praised community engagement and indigenous technology, and highlighted the base’s importance to eastern India.

Madison Square Garden denies Macklemore’s claim that ‘Free Palestine’ tour was rejected for politics

Madison Square Garden denied Macklemore’s claim that it rejected his US “Free Palestine” benefit tour for political reasons, saying he is “not an arena-level act” and dates are limited. Macklemore says nine arenas withdrew dates after learning the shows would benefit Palestine; some cited scheduling. The dispute follows sold-out European concerts and his removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour.

Rajnath warns of complex security challenges, says warfare no longer limited to cross-border firing

Defence Minister Singh warned that warfare extends beyond cross-border firing to cyberattacks, drone swarms, proxy wars and information operations, urging Air Force personnel to stay vigilant. He said adversaries exploit vulnerabilities and spread misleading social-media content to unsettle soldiers and populations, while discipline and conduct shape the forces’ image. He spoke at Bagdogra ahead of Diwali.

Mohammed Shami made the ball sing, and Test cricket was richer for every note

Shami retired from Test cricket after bowling for Bengal at Eden Gardens, ending a 13-year career defined by seam movement, reverse swing, pace and precision that made pitches dangerous. Knee trouble limited him to 64 Tests, but he claimed 229 wickets, with match-winning spells at home and abroad. Kolkata’s maidans shaped his distinctive craft.

Russia launched 36 missiles, 172 drones targeting energy facilities in Kyiv, says Zelensky

Russia launched 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight, targeting Kyiv and regions, killing one person and injuring eight, including a child. Strikes damaged energy infrastructure, homes and the Northern Bridge over the Dnipro. Moscow said it targeted military, energy and transport facilities. The assault came days before US-backed peace talks in Abu Dhabi.

Democratic rights curtailed during Emergency, but it was done constitutionally: Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi says the Emergency curtailed democratic rights but was imposed constitutionally; viewing events from Indira Gandhi’s perspective, she saw a prime minister struggling with violent protests and widespread unrest. She said hindsight offers perspective; Indira later apologised for excesses. Sonia noted senior colleagues’ pressure and Rajiv’s differing view. The Emergency ran from 1975 to 1977.

Saiyami Kher on her 'working Diwali': An auspicious sign for the year ahead

Saiyami Kher will spend Diwali working away from family, replacing the annual trip with her parents and sister with video calls and celebrations on set. She will miss their time together but hopes a holiday can make up for it. Since childhood, Diwali has meant her grandmother’s cooking, and her sister plans to recreate treasured recipes.

Possible Love review: Lee Chang-dong delivers a masterful film about human connection

Lee Chang-dong’s *Possible Love* is a hypnotic study of class, desire and resilience, anchored by Jeon Do-yeon’s luminous Mi-ok, whose appetite for life endures amid her husband’s unemployment. Two married couples connect through a documentary about layoffs, exposing privilege, intimacy and the ethics of filming suffering. The Korean drama marks Lee’s return after an eight-year hiatus.

British runner solves 4 Rubik’s Cubes, runs a mile in just over 5 minutes to set world record

British speedcuber George Scholey set a Guinness record, solving four Rubik’s Cubes during a mile in 5 minutes 9.25 seconds and beating the previous 5:22.75 mark. In Toronto on October 12, he solved one cube before each 400-metre lap after seven weeks’ training. Scholey has set records solving cubes while skateboarding and running marathons.

From senators to mayors, US leaders join Diwali bash in six states and over 20 cities

Officials joined Indian-American communities for Diwali across six states and more than 20 US cities, praising their contributions and recognizing the festival with proclamations. Idaho, Montana and North Dakota hosted first-time state events, while Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared November 8, 2026, as Diwali, the Festival of Lights Day. Festivities featured rituals and community gatherings.

Nitesh Tiwari says he believes Homer was inspired by Ramayana for The Odyssey

Director Nitesh Tiwari believes Homer may have drawn inspiration from the Ramayana, citing parallels between the epics, while Ranbir Kapoor called the bow challenge a “sweet coincidence.” In Ramayana, Rama lifts and breaks Shiva’s bow to win Sita; in The Odyssey, Penelope tests suitors by requiring her husband’s bow and an arrow shot through 12 axe heads.

Bengaluru’s IT boom and decades-old job quota demand: Why are Kannadiga activists targeting firms

Kannada activists’ visits to Bengaluru IT firms have revived private-sector job quota demands, as the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike seeks hiring data. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged dialogue, promised protection from harassment and called for fair opportunities for Kannadigas. The 2024 quota Bill remains on hold after industry opposition, reviving demands dating to the 1986 Mahishi report.

Pakistani astronaut becomes first foreigner to join China's next space-station mission

A Pakistani astronaut will become the first foreigner to visit China’s Tiangong space station, joining the Shenzhou-24 mission expected by year’s end, China’s space agency said. The unnamed payload specialist will make a brief orbital flight, returning aboard Shenzhou-23. The mission follows a 2025 training agreement between Pakistan and China, close strategic partners for decades.

Canada announces immigration plan for 2027–2029, adds 2 lakh permanent residence spaces

Canada will maintain targets of 380,000 permanent residents and 370,000 temporary residents through 2029, while offering up to 200,000 additional permanent residence places in 2027 for people living in the country. The spaces include workers, families and humanitarian applicants; economic admissions remain dominant, with provincial pathways rising and Express Entry allocations falling. Francophone targets also increase.

Chakra Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

November 7’s horoscopes urge signs to restore motivation, heal emotional burdens, and move forward with greater awareness, while balancing personal needs, relationships, work, and recovery. Aries is nudged to reclaim momentum, Taurus to follow passion, and others to embrace connection, confidence, creativity, or hope. Each sign receives chakra, food, and crystal suggestions for support.

Pithoragarh man held for killing live-in partner over character suspicion: Cop

Pithoragarh police arrested Devraj Nabiyal for allegedly murdering his live-in partner Meenu Lohari, whose injured body was found near Khotila bridge in Dharchula on Friday. Police said Nabiyal confessed during interrogation, citing suspicion about her character, and recovered a wooden stick allegedly used in the crime, along with bloodstained belongings. Lohari had separated from her husband three years earlier.

Environmental forum welcomes Bengal govt's stand on Chhath rituals at Kolkata lakes

West Bengal will comply with NGT orders restricting Chhath Puja at Rabindra Sarobar and Subhas Sarobar, a forum said, welcoming the move to protect their fragile ecosystems. It cited court-backed restrictions, ecological recovery since celebrations stopped in 2019, and alternative venues including Hooghly ghats and Jodhpur Park. Paul’s earlier comments suggesting permission had sparked objections.

Kamal Haasan revives Sandiyar, the title he dropped in 2003 after objections: Controversy explained

Kamal Haasan has revived Sandiyar as the title of his next film with SU Arun Kumar, drawing criticism from filmmaker Lenin Bharathi over its blood-soaked revenge tagline amid caste tensions in Tamil Nadu. The title provoked a row in 2003, when Haasan renamed the film Virumaandi, later a hit; Sandiyar means troublemaker or valiant hero.

IAF's IL-76MD completes landing in highest-altitude ever touchdown by the plane

An Indian Air Force IL-76MD “Gajraj” has landed at Nyoma in Ladakh, setting the aircraft’s highest-altitude touchdown anywhere in the world and strengthening India’s strategic airlift capability near the China border. At roughly 13,000 feet, thin air makes landing demanding. The four-engine transport can carry 40 tonnes. Nyoma’s 2.7-km runway supports fighters, transport planes and helicopters.

'Run bulldozers over our bodies': Mamata slams BJP over clashes outside nephew's home

Mamata Banerjee accused BJP supporters of “hooliganism” after clashes outside Abhishek Banerjee’s Kolkata residence left eight injured. She alleged the violence disrupted local Kali Puja celebrations and authorities allowed a new pandal on the main road, blocking access to a traditional puja. Police said clashes occurred from 2 to 3:30 a.m.; both sides blamed each other.

Delhi's Diwali celebrations light up Connaught Place with mega drone show

Delhi’s two-day “Dilli Ki Diwali” opened at Connaught Place’s Central Park on November 6, drawing crowds for a spectacular drone show, Lakshmi Maha Aarti and contemporary bhajan performances. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the government-organised festival, with contests offering prizes up to ₹1.51 lakh. November 7’s programme continues cultural celebrations, promoting community participation and sustainability.

Cheema alleges misuse of central agencies after ED searches linked to AAP MLA

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and Moga MLA Amandeep Kaur Arora accused the BJP of intimidation after ED searches of her properties lasted nearly 48 hours; they said no incriminating material was found, claims not independently verified. Arora alleged family harassment and rejected inducements to leave AAP. BJP response was unavailable; agency disputes continue.

ODOP: The new economics of Diwali

UP’s ODOP and Mati Kala schemes are directing Diwali spending to local artisans, supporting jobs, self-reliance and crafts. Over five million people are linked to the initiatives, whose products—from Moradabad brass to Gorakhpur terracotta—offer biodegradable alternatives to imports. Yogi Adityanath urges indigenous purchases to strengthen the rural economy and advance “Vocal for Local.”