New stations on periphery cloud AQI data in Delhi

Delhi’s AQI hit 382 on Friday, its worst since January 19, but HT analysis found 13 monitors added in October lowered the 4pm reading: without them, it would have reached 393, while new stations’ PM2.5 readings were 35% below nearby monitors. CAQM imposed GRAP Stage 3 as severe conditions loomed, amid traffic, weak winds and smoke.

Pedro Alliana sworn in as Paraguay president after Santiago Peña's impeachment and arrest

Paraguayan senators appointed Vice President Pedro Alliana president on Friday after impeaching Santiago Peña amid a major banking crisis, and police arrested Peña shortly afterward, local media reported. Alliana will serve through 2028 and pledged not to abandon millions of Ueno Bank depositors who lost access to their funds after the bank’s takeover.

US sanctions 8 Canadian entities over alleged Iran links and money transfers

The US sanctioned eight Canadian entities accused of enabling Iran-linked transactions, including exchanges of Iranian currency for digital assets, as it seeks to isolate Tehran through Operation Economic Outcast. Treasury said some entities worked with Ryan Wedding, an alleged cocaine-network leader. Coordinated with Canadian authorities, the penalties come amid scrutiny of Canadian oversight and strained US-Canada ties.

Paraguay Senate removes President Santiago Peña over Ueno Bank collapse

Paraguay’s Senate ousted President Santiago Peña Friday after Ueno Bank’s collapse froze millions of customers’ accounts and sparked protests, installing Vice President Pedro Alliana. Lawmakers accused Peña of directing public funds to the lender and weakening oversight; he denies wrongdoing, while prosecutors investigate him and officials. The crisis deepened a rupture with party chief Horacio Cartes.

Panchang Today, November 7, 2026: Krishna Trayodashi under Chitra Nakshatra

Panchang guidance for November 7, 2026, favors measured progress: review unfinished responsibilities, verify details and communicate considerately rather than rushing decisions or making ambitious promises. Use the day for quiet planning, reflection or prayer; avoid discretionary new beginnings during Rahu Kaal, ending 10:42 a.m. Brahma Muhurta runs 4:52–5:44 a.m. These are traditional cues, not predictions.

'Wanted to make a change': Trump explains Susie Wiles' exit, praises Stephen Miller

Trump said he replaced Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as chief of staff because he “wanted to make a change,” after Republicans’ midterm defeat left Democrats poised to control Congress. He praised Wiles, who will remain in his political organization, while promoting adviser Miller, a hard-line immigration advocate, signaling no retreat despite voters’ enforcement concerns.

Pisces Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Pisces may feel drawn to partners today, making conversation, a reunion for unmarried couples, or a marriage proposal central; business partnerships, legal matters, and financial help from in-laws deserve attention. Later, restlessness and low energy favor routine duties, company, and delaying major choices. The Moon’s shift into the eighth house underlines the change in mood.

Aquarius Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Aquarius faces low spirits, work hurdles and a decision, so favor familiar tasks and defer commitments. Spousal tensions and budget concerns call for calm speech and restrained spending; routine duties suit the morning, while study or an elder’s guidance may lift the afternoon. This reflects the Moon’s move into Libra and the easing Sade Sati phase.

Capricorn Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Capricorn can expect joy and renewed energy from children’s support today, with satisfactory studies and a warm family atmosphere. Affection for a spouse deepens, while people-facing work and business discussions may bring recognition or help launch a venture. Be patient over joint-account or in-law-related finances. Health looks sound, and learning or religious observances may enrich the day.

Scorpio Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Scorpios may welcome unexpected guests today, with warm conversation and good news brightening home before a desire for privacy and rest. A gentle manner favors romance and social ease; measured exchanges support work and study. Investments for emergencies look promising, but avoid overexertion and watch spending. The Moon shifts from Virgo to Libra, emphasizing solitude.

Sagittarius Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Recognition is likely to put Sagittarius in the public eye today, with work receiving notice and businesspeople attracting orders, although inner uncertainty may complicate important decisions. The Moon’s shift from Virgo to Libra moves attention from career success toward friends and useful contacts. Lingering household responsibilities may make rest and quiet companionship especially welcome.

Libra Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Expenses and fatigue may weigh on Libra today, while impatience calls for care during travel and a spending limit. The mood should lift later, bringing sensitivity and a wish to be heard; romance offers the day’s clearest pleasure. Work and study may feel slow, so favor quiet rest. The Moon’s Virgo-to-Libra move underlies the shift.

Virgo Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Virgos can expect a cheerful, sensitive day centered on family or social gatherings, where warm communication wins approval and a spouse offers support. Cancelling shopping plans may keep you home; finances bring satisfaction alongside higher expenses. Allow for discomfort and prioritize rest, as the Moon shifts from Virgo to Libra, emphasizing family, food and spending.

Leo Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Leo’s day centers on unexpectedly heavy work and delayed answers about shared finances, so steady effort and a simple plan will matter more than quick results. A younger sibling’s encouragement will bolster confidence, while a spouse remains supportive and children’s achievements bring family cheer. Astrologically, Saturn’s retrograde influence points to slow progress and private worries.

Taurus Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Home offers Taurus warmth and reassurance, with family conversation setting the day on a positive note. Morning favors creativity, children, romance and outings, while afternoon brings busier schedules and colleague demands that steady effort can resolve. Students benefit from study, and business owners may consider calculated risks; Jupiter supports home comfort as the Moon shifts into Libra.

Gemini Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Gemini can expect an enjoyable outing, family warmth and renewed interest in making home more comfortable, though spending on household items or changes may rise, so set a limit. Relationships remain cordial, children and creative pursuits brighten the afternoon, and curiosity may turn toward unfamiliar studies or travel; Venus retrograde and the Moon’s shift shape the domestic-to-social mood.

Aries Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

Aries can expect success in a competitive examination today, while effort will help resolve a colleague’s demands; keep plans and strategy private as work grows busy and a partner’s expectations take focus. Avoid borrowing, meet expenses, and prioritize rest amid fatigue. The Moon shifts from Virgo to Libra, while retrograde Saturn underscores spending and obligations.

'Middle East wouldn't exist today': Trump takes credit for stopping Iran's nuclear program

Trump claimed Israel and the Middle East would not exist without his intervention to stop Iran’s nuclear ambitions, as his administration weighs renewed strikes and reviews Tehran’s proposal. Sent through Qatar, Iran’s offer is conditional on sanctions relief and ending the US blockade, while Washington insists nuclear limits must anchor talks. The conflict began February 28.

Horoscope Today, November 7, 2026

November 7 urges zodiac signs to embrace change, pursue opportunities and release draining patterns, as flexibility clarifies direction and sustains momentum. Creative inspiration, emotional renewal and practical turnarounds shape the day, while each sign should balance optimism with caution. Verify financial details, communicate honestly, prioritize tasks and let go of fear; forecasts provide love guidance.

Abdul El-Sayed launches 'Habibi PAC' days after winning Michigan Senate race

Days after winning Michigan’s U.S. Senate race, Abdul El-Sayed launched Habibi PAC, a leadership committee to support Democratic allies and extend his influence beyond his campaign. Its Arabic name, “my beloved,” became a campaign refrain and response to Republican attacks on his Muslim identity. El-Sayed’s victory made him the first Muslim American elected to the Senate.

Macklemore says US venues rejected his Free Palestine tour 

Macklemore says nine U.S. venues, including Madison Square Garden, refused to book his Free Palestine tour, which played Dublin, Paris and London. MSG Entertainment cited limited availability and said he was “not an arena-level act.” The rapper, a critic of Israel’s Gaza war, says he has never encountered such refusals during two decades of touring.

HT Picks; New Reads

For Gaza turns art into resistance, bearing witness to Gaza’s live-streamed devastation and holding power, complicity and silence to account. Edited by Jeet Thayil and Pascalle Burton, the anthology gathers contributors in poetry, fiction, essays, reportage, photography and music, including artists on the ground. It restores Gaza’s stories, memories and dreams beyond headlines, advocating justice.

Saeed Naqvi: “Our elites look at the world from a Western perspective”

Veteran correspondent says India’s foreign-policy establishment and media must escape colonial-era reliance on Western perspectives that shape coverage and elite thinking. This outlook obscures historic ties with West Asia and fuels suspicion of independent reporting, while foreign conflicts remain linked to domestic politics. His conclusions draw on six decades of reporting from over 100 countries.

Review: Moms by Shivani Sibal

Shivani Sibal’s *Moms* explores how class and social expectations shape private distress in affluent Delhi, following Radhika Khanna as marriage, motherhood and status define her world. After her death, the narrative shifts to Manik and family memories, exposing unequal relationships while questioning whether elite unhappiness is situated within material privilege, through Bourdieu’s theory of distinction.

Review: Forwarded as Received by Saadia Azim

Social platforms, especially WhatsApp, spread misinformation and deliberate disinformation, fueling prejudice, riots and mob violence in India as algorithms intensify polarization. Saadia Azim’s *Forwarded as Received* documents the damage and calls for platform accountability, transparent regulation, school-based digital literacy and a public habit of pausing to verify before forwarding. WhatsApp’s intimacy magnifies its reach worldwide.

Harvard expert on spiritual well-being: How everyday activities can become a form of meditation

Mindfulness can be practised through everyday tasks—washing dishes, walking or folding laundry—by giving them full attention, without a quiet room or lengthy meditation. Harvard lecturer Monica Sanford recommends noticing sensations, returning focus when thoughts wander, or trying breath, walking and loving-kindness meditation. Rooted in Buddhist teachings, mindfulness connects awareness with ethical choices and compassion, extending beyond stress relief.

A chilling love story that gives goosebumps but gets repetitive

Relics of Love, Kashif Mashaikh’s horror novel, delivers supernatural scares but little beyond them, as its revenge plot proves compelling over its love story. Discharged agent Kareem seeks seven relics to free his wife Nahid, while memories expose his deceit and neglect. The review praises morally grey characters but faults repetition and Nahid’s thin portrayal.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on November 7, 2026 in Delhi, Noida and Gurugram

Delhi-NCR has six events on November 7, spanning festivals, sport, music, crafts, comedy and shopping. Highlights include Apna Pahadi Utsav at Kasha Farms and the Indian Masters Polo Championship finals in Delhi Cantonment, alongside DJ Ratta’s Diwali party, toran-making, stand-up and a Y2K pop-up. Entry ranges from free to ₹749, with nearby metro stations serving venues.

Why is the New Moon a good time to manifest your dreams during Mercury and Venus retrograde?

The November 9, 2026, Scorpio New Moon supports intention-setting, but astrologers advise reflection rather than rushed beginnings while Mercury and Venus retrograde. Review unfinished plans, correct mistakes and clarify goals, then take steps after a day or two. Scorpio themes favor emotional healing, change and transformation, while Venus retrograde calls for reassessing relationships and values.

Cornell faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university leadership after alleged fraternity gang rape

Cornell’s Faculty Senate voted 75-50 to declare no confidence in President Michael Kotlikoff and leaders, signaling frustration over their response to sexual-misconduct allegations and campus safety. The symbolic resolution cannot remove administrators but aims to pressure trustees. It follows a former student’s lawsuit alleging rape at a fraternity party; defendants deny wrongdoing, and an independent review continues.