Gynaecologist explains importance of dental care during pregnancy, shares easy checklist

Poor oral health during pregnancy matters: periodontitis is associated with preterm birth and low birth weight, though causation is unproven, and mothers may transmit cavity-causing bacteria to babies. Necessary dental care, including X-rays and local anaesthesia, is safe. Hormonal changes and morning sickness can inflame gums and erode enamel, making brushing, flossing and check-ups important.

Bhai Dooj: The story behind the Kayastha community's Kalam-Dawat tradition

On Bhai Dooj, Kayastha families honor Lord Chitragupta, the divine record-keeper, by worshipping pens, inkpots and account books in Kalam-Dawat Puja, seeking wisdom, learning and success. The ritual also emphasizes accountability, as Chitragupta is believed to record every person’s good and bad deeds and their consequences. The tradition reflects Kayasthas’ association with writing and administration.

A year after Red Fort blast, empty homes, shattered dreams and scars that refuse to heal

One year after a Red Fort car blast killed 15 people, survivors and bereaved families remain deeply scarred by hardship as Delhi celebrates Diwali. Injured Ankush Sharma remains housebound; Toman’s death left his family without its breadwinner, while Amar Kataria’s wife, parents and young son continue grieving. The blast occurred near Red Fort Metro Station.

Horoscope Tomorrow for November 10, 2026

Tomorrow’s horoscope urges signs to meet uncertainty with patience, reflection and emotional honesty, favoring measured choices over impulsive reactions. Work may reward persistence and judgment, while relationships benefit from communication, boundaries and understanding. Opportunities, healing or setbacks may arise, but avoid assumptions and keep long-term goals in view. Forecast by tarot reader Kishori Sud.

Delhi cannot leave its air to the weather

Delhi’s Diwali pollution was severe before fireworks, with AQI at 382 on November 6, showing celebrations add to, but do not cause, the crisis. Transport, biomass burning, dust and secondary particulates reflect failures in urban planning, infrastructure maintenance and regional coordination; clean air requires accountable governance beyond seasonal restrictions, including year-round regional coordination and enforcement.

Man stabbed at Jamie Foxx’s Thousand Oaks Halloween party, suspect arrested

A man sustained a reportedly superficial neck wound during a Halloween gathering at Jamie Foxx’s home on November 7, and a suspect was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon. Paramedics treated him at the scene; authorities have not clarified the confrontation’s cause or announced charges. The gathering was SKVLK Fest, linked to Foxx and daughter Anelise.

The need to treat animals ethically

India’s revised draft rules on animal experimentation have alarmed activists, as easing restrictions could increase animal suffering and ecological risks. Critics say the proposal overlooks animals’ sentience, capabilities and inherent value, including their capacity to feel pain and pursue their own good. The article urges review and laws grounded in duty and respect for animals.

Changes in Washington and Jerusalem: India's strategic dilemma

US and Israeli political shifts could reshape Iran-war dynamics and West Asia, though neither guarantees a major security-policy change. A Democratic Congress may scrutinize Trump’s military choices and Israeli aid, while possible Israeli leadership change could shift diplomatic tactics. India must therefore safeguard ties with all regional partners, energy and connectivity interests, and strategic autonomy.

US crypto market today: Bitcoin, Ether hit lowest levels since August

Bitcoin and Ether fell to August lows as investors feared a Democrat-controlled US Congress could tighten cryptocurrency rules, with Bitcoin down 2% to $73,708 and Ether 5% to $2,223. Regulatory concerns and a Binance heist weighed on markets; spot Bitcoin ETFs lost $1.28 billion last week. Democrats have sought stricter oversight, clouding crypto-friendly laws backed by Republicans.

BMC bans rockets, aerial firecrackers across Mumbai till Nov 25 after multiple fires

Mumbai banned rockets and similar aerial firecrackers until November 25 after 142 fires were reported Sunday, including 137 linked to fireworks and two women injured. The immediate citywide prohibition covers public and private spaces, with police and firefighters enforcing it; officials cite falling embers and dense urban conditions. Other firecrackers remain subject to existing rules.

Godrej Properties to launch ₹32,000 cr worth homes for sale in H2 FY27 to cash in on demand

Godrej Properties plans to launch homes worth Rs 32,000 crore in FY27’s second half, double the Rs 16,000 crore launched in the first half, amid strong housing demand. Chairperson Pirojsha Godrej said launches across cities and company targets remain on track; bookings are forecast to rise 22% to Rs 41,500 crore. The company has led listed developers in sales bookings.

Post-Diwali air quality moderate in most parts of Kolkata barring Jadavpur

Kolkata’s average AQI reached 167 after Diwali, indicating moderate air quality, but Jadavpur was poor at 221, while several neighbourhoods saw sharp overnight pollution spikes. PM2.5-based AQI exceeded 300 in Salt Lake, Ballygunge and Jadavpur, and citywide PM2.5 hovered around 106 micrograms per cubic metre. Environmentalists blamed widespread illegal toxic fireworks used beyond permitted hours.

Bodies of 2 remaining family members of Bengaluru cab driver found as search across 2 states ends

Police recovered the final two bodies of seven relatives allegedly killed by Bengaluru cab driver Indushekar in Shiradi Ghat, Karnataka, on Monday, ending a search across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Forensic examinations will establish the killings’ sequence and test his disclosures. The victims were found at four sites; family disputes are a suspected motive.

Making the Global South count

India’s Global South leadership depends on turning shared priorities into practical gains, not forging a unified bloc. Climate finance, mineral value addition, digital inclusion and institutional reform offer common ground, while rivalries and divergent interests constrain consensus. India must convene coalitions, listen and share gains; its participation in BRICS, the Quad and G20 reflects its balancing role.

India’s mineral security cannot rest on mines alone

India’s critical-minerals strategy must move beyond mining to build processing, refining, recycling and manufacturing capacity, the article argues, or dependence on imported intermediates will undermine ambitions in clean energy, electronics and defence. The ₹16,300-crore National Critical Mineral Mission and incentives provide a framework, but success requires dependable demand, technology, partnerships, timelines and measurable delivery.

Delhi consumer commission directs hospital to pay ₹15 lakh compensation for deficiency in service

Delhi’s consumer commission held Metro Hospital deficient in service, ordering Rs 15 lakh compensation for failing to provide a life-support ambulance and doctor for a critically ill stroke patient. It cleared the cardiologist, finding treatment followed protocol. A clot had obstructed the patient’s artificial valve; the hospital must also pay Rs 50,000 in litigation costs.

Should women choose guaranteed income or market-linked wealth creation?

Women should match insurance choices to each goal’s timeline: guaranteed income plans provide predictable payouts and life cover for nearer needs, while market-linked ULIPs may suit long-term goals with time to ride market cycles. Since both combine savings and protection, a mix can serve objectives; reviewing premiums, terms and risks helps plans adapt to change.

Trump shares AI video of Dana White as press secretary, UFC fighters attacking reporters

Trump shared an AI-generated video showing UFC chief Dana White leading a White House briefing where fighters attack reporters and Josh Hokit repeats a baseless claim about Michelle Obama. The clip followed Trump’s joking suggestion that White become press secretary; Hokit made the remark at a UFC event, reviving a conspiracy theory circulated online since the 2010s.

Nvidia business partner Megaspeed denies ‘illegal transfer of AI chips’ to China amid espionage row

Singapore-based AI data-centre developer Megaspeed has denied helping route Nvidia chips to China in breach of US restrictions, saying inspections by US, Malaysian and Nvidia officials found no violations. Scrutiny intensified after its Malaysian sister company bought $4.8 billion in equipment containing Nvidia technology; US and Singapore authorities have investigated the firm since 2024.

India must deliver on its blue-economy promise

India is courting South Korean shipbuilders and marine-equipment firms to turn maritime reforms and ₹69,725-crore support into domestic manufacturing, narrowing its 0.06% share of global shipbuilding. KOMEA’s planned Mumbai office could connect Korean expertise with Indian companies, but success depends on technology transfer, local suppliers, workforce skills and investment that reduces reliance on imported components.

NRS hospital doctor, 28, found dead in Nagerbazar hostel room; Kolkata cops say suicide

A 28-year-old postgraduate student and house staffer at Kolkata’s NRS Medical College was found dead in a Nagerbazar hostel room Sunday, police said; a suicide note was found and the body sent for post-mortem. Preliminary inquiries suggest severe stress over a family matter, though a relative suspects murder. He studied in Bethuadahari before medical school.

Unlocking India’s copper potential through investment and green growth

India must prioritize copper resource security as electrification and digital growth push demand toward a sixfold increase by 2047. Output—about 573,000 tonnes—lags consumption of 1.8 million tonnes, and over 90% of concentrate is imported. Exploration, overseas access and recycling are vital: just 8% of identified resources are reserves; Tamil Nadu offers circularity potential.

From coordinated interiors to eclectic spaces, how are people changing the way they decorate homes?

Social media has widened younger Indians’ exposure to interiors worldwide, making design more accessible and shaping home-decor purchasing decisions. It can inspire experimentation, but may prompt searches for exact replicas, overlooking craftsmanship and creative intent. India Circus argues that inspiration should foster personal style, while Indian heritage, functionality and space-saving design evolve to suit contemporary lifestyles.

Kunal Kohli slams residents for bursting loud firecrackers outside Mumbai hospital

Director Kunal Kohli criticized residents for bursting loud firecrackers outside Mumbai’s Khar Hinduja Hospital while his mother received emergency care on Diwali night; they ignored his request to stop. Actor Bhumi Pednekar warned of hazardous air and risks to vulnerable people. After Diwali, nine Mumbai stations recorded poor air; the city’s AQI was 171, moderate.

Plea in SC to ensure hygienic drinking water, medical facilities at railway stations

A plea before the Supreme Court seeks time-bound railway-station fixes for safe drinking water, toilets, sanitation, waste management, accessibility and emergency medical care, plus testing of water sources. It urges authorities to close contaminated supplies, provide alternatives and hold officers accountable for delays, citing a CAG report that found E. coli and poor washroom conditions.

TDB flags ghee shortage ahead of Sabarimala pilgrimage season

Sabarimala may face a ghee shortage during the pilgrimage season, TDB president K Jayakumar said, as stocks decline and the board considers extra procurement pending legal review. No decision has been made, while Aravana and Appam supplies are not considered at risk. Recent temple arrangements saw brief Appam delays and water shortages during contract changes.

Amitabh Bachchan steps out without bulletproof glass for Diwali Sunday darshan

Amitabh Bachchan greeted fans outside Mumbai home Jalsa on Diwali, stepping out without the bulletproof enclosure used previously, while son Abhishek was present. It was his second Sunday darshan after a bomb threat raised concerns. Bachchan apologized for delayed replies to fans, citing hand discomfort; he is hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati and is set for Kalki 2.

India’s 100 Grandmasters: How the numbers stack up state-wise

India is the world’s fourth country with 100 chess grandmasters, a milestone reached when Madhya Pradesh’s Anuj Shrivatri won the ASEAN Plus Open in the Philippines on November 8. The tally doubled from 50 in 2017 in under nine years. Since Viswanathan Anand became India’s first GM in 1988, players represent 14 states, though three dominate.

Diwali comes to the Presidential Palace in Cyprus for the first time ever as “Cyprus Glows”

Diwali will be celebrated at Cyprus’s Presidential Palace for the first time on November 9, with President Nikos Christodoulides addressing “Cyprus Glows: Diwali 2026,” hosted by Help2Live. Founder Dipak Kumar pledged €20,000 to two charities supporting vulnerable families and children with special needs. The programme combines performances, dinner and festivities, reflecting closer India–Cyprus ties and Help2Live’s 15 years of community work.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's China spy probe explained: Background, allegations and key details

Nvidia shares fell 5% in premarket trading Monday after reports linked CEO Jensen Huang to a businesswoman US agencies suspect of passing information to Beijing, prompting Nvidia’s board to investigate whether he was targeted by a foreign operation. Huang pledged cooperation; China rejected the unverified allegations. The probe unfolds amid scrutiny of Nvidia’s role in US-China AI-chip rivalry.