Your Money: How to plan your next gold purchase

Gold’s 24% fall from its January 2026 peak may tempt festive buyers, but investors should focus less on timing prices than allocation: planners recommend 5%-10% as a portfolio hedge, not a core wealth-builder. Buy gradually through low-cost funds or ETFs, avoid chasing past returns, and treat jewellery and digital gold cautiously; gold lacks income and can stagnate for years.

2013 rape cae: SC refuses to suspend Tarun Tejpal’s sentence

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to suspend Tarun Tejpal’s 10-year sentence in a 2013 rape case, citing prosecution testimony, evidence and messages, but agreed to hear his appeal and Goa’s plea for punishment. Tejpal’s lawyers disputed the complainant’s account, while the state cited apology messages. The Goa High Court overturned his 2021 acquittal.

Hoax bomb threat email targets Amitabh Bachchan’s bungalow, Bombay HC, Diljit Dosanjh concert venue

Security agencies launched an investigation on Friday after a bomb-threat email targeted Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa bungalow, the Bombay High Court and Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Racecourse, police said. The email threatened to blow up all three locations, and the racecourse is scheduled to host singer Diljit Dosanjh’s concert later this month.

‘Constitution supreme’: SC invokes ‘iron hand’ treatment over Kerala Congress’s remarks against CJI

India’s Supreme Court issued contempt notices Friday to Kerala Congress office bearers over a post targeting Chief Justice Surya Kant, stressing the Constitution’s supremacy and warning attacks on judicial authority demand firm action. The post demanded Kant’s resignation after remarks during a hearing; it was deleted after backlash, leaders apologized, and bar groups condemned it.

Sarvam AI CEO offers lifetime access to oral cancer survivor seeking affordable speech tools

After 70-year-old speech-impaired cancer survivor Raghunath AS said Sarvam AI’s character-based pricing made text-to-speech costly, CEO Pratyush Kumar granted him lifetime access and pledged wider accessibility efforts. Raghunath called the technology essential to restoring independence, urging an affordable unlimited plan for India’s estimated 1.99 million people with speech disabilities. Sarvam’s tool supports 11 Indian languages.

Kerala HC grants bail to 4 Mini Cooper crash accused; driver Suhail to be released after 10 days

Kerala High Court granted bail Friday to four accused in an intoxicated Mini Cooper crash that killed three workers in Kochi, but ordered driver Suhail Sajeev, 19, released only after 10 days; the others may be freed immediately. The court deemed detention unnecessary after a month in custody. Blood alcohol measured five times the legal limit.

Excise Commissioner transferred; Keralam minister says it is routine procedure

Kerala transferred Excise Commissioner Seeram Sambasiva Rao amid ministerial dissatisfaction over licences issued under prior liquor policy, though Minister M Liju called the move routine. Rao was posted to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Development Department, with an additional commissioner taking charge. Liju suspended officials and cancelled a horti-wine licence as government prepares new policy.

Man arrested in Jharkhand for duping Lucknow resident of ₹32 lakh through fake Green Gas APK

A 22-year-old Dhanbad man was arrested in Jharkhand for allegedly defrauding a Lucknow resident of nearly Rs 32 lakh through a WhatsApp malware file disguised as a Green Gas meter update, police said. The victim’s download exposed his phone and banking details; police seized cash, phones and SIMs. Similar scams have prompted complaints across Lucknow.

Couple, 3-month-old son killed as car falls into water-filled pit in UP’s Hardoi

A couple and their three-month-old son died after their car plunged into a water-filled pit in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, while returning from Gurugram for Diwali; their 28-year-old driver-relative survived and was hospitalised. The car left the Bilgram-Kannauj road near Jafarpur around 3.30am. Police and villagers rescued all occupants. Ramesh worked in Gurugram, where the family lived.

LPT Launches CLATgpt: The Most Powerful AI Mentor Exclusively for CLAT

Law Prep Tutorial has launched CLATgpt, a free-at-launch AI mentor for CLAT aspirants that drew over 20,000 users on launch day. Available at clatgpt.ai, it answers doubts in English or Hinglish, explains reasoning with sources, and supports practice, planning, mock analysis and revision. Developed with teacher and student feedback, it may be integrated into LPT’s learning platform.

New Zealand votes after a tense election campaign as Christopher Luxon eyes second term

New Zealand’s election is too close to call, with neither Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s National-led coalition nor Labour’s Chris Hipkins expected to win a majority, leaving smaller parties pivotal. Voters are weighing sluggish recovery, unemployment and living costs after three years of conservative rule. Results are due Saturday; under a proportional system, parties must form coalitions.

Preparing the Class of 2030: Equipping Graduates for an AI-Driven World of Work

With AI reshaping entry-level work, universities must prepare graduates not merely to use today’s tools but to adapt throughout working lives, combining AI literacy with human judgement, communication, creativity and resilience. Employers should help embed work-based learning and career support across degrees and beyond graduation; 39% of workers’ core skills are expected to change by 2030.

Bengaluru cab driver claims he killed wife, in-laws ‘over 15 to 20 days’: Police

Bengaluru cab driver Indushekhar, 45, was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife and six in-laws over 15 to 20 days amid a domestic dispute, police said, though the timeline remains unverified. He reportedly killed relatives one by one and dumped their bodies at different locations; six bodies remain unrecovered. The investigation began with a missing-person complaint.

Odds against Netanyahu as Arab parties back Eisenkot in Israel govt formation battle

Israel’s opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot gained ground after the Joint List and Ra’am backed him, potentially giving his bloc 67 Knesset seats—if partners accept Arab parties. President Isaac Herzog plans to assign a government-formation mandate Sunday. Netanyahu’s camp alleges election interference despite officials’ denials; neither candidate secured a majority in the October 27 vote.

Ranji Round 4 headturners: Urvil, Pradosh slam double centuries in big wins

Urvil Patel’s unbeaten 210 powered Gujarat to an innings win over Kerala in the fourth round of the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy, while Maharashtra’s Pradeep Dadhe took seven wickets and Tanay Sanghavi starred against Bengal. Hyderabad’s Anikethreddy anchored a one-wicket chase; Tripura’s Sridam Paul and Tamil Nadu’s Pradosh Paul produced scores, showcasing match-winning talent beyond the spotlight.

CM unveils logo, website of Institute for Transforming Sikkim

Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang unveiled the logo and website of the Institute for Transforming Sikkim, a government think tank to guide long-term development through research, strategic planning and evidence-based policymaking. It will prioritize agriculture, education, healthcare, tourism and climate resilience, supporting inclusive growth, stronger governance and sustainability, while advancing national Viksit Bharat 2047 goals.

Thailand’s inflation accelerates past central bank’s target

Thailand’s inflation accelerated to 3.9% in October from 2.82% in September, exceeding the 3.5% forecast and the central bank’s 1%-3% target as Middle East-driven fuel volatility raised living costs. Core inflation rose to 1.58%. The Bank of Thailand held its policy rate at 1% in October, viewing pressures as temporary while monitoring pass-through amid below-potential growth.

‘A rejection of Trump’: Outgoing US Congressman Shri Thanedar on the midterm verdict

Outgoing Michigan Congressman Shri Thanedar said Democrats’ historic midterm sweep decisively rejected President Donald Trump and Republicans, urging action on affordability, healthcare and accountability. He called for ending Iran-war funding, reversing tariffs and restoring Medicaid cuts, while keeping impeachment available but not a priority. Defeated in his primary, Thanedar said immigration reform and H-1B changes remain unlikely.

House gherao threat in Zubeen death case poses danger to my family, to be raised in court: Assam CM

Sarma will bring threats to gherao his residence to the Supreme Court and Gauhati High Court, saying a warning over bail for prime accused Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddhartha Sharma endangers his family and may constitute attempted murder. Their bail pleas are scheduled for November 30; he urged respect for the courts. Garg died in Singapore last year.

Mckenna Grace channels Jennifer Lawrence in dreamy floral gown at The Hunger Games Madrid premiere

Mckenna Grace wore a floral Miss Sohee gown and pink cape at the Madrid premiere of *The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping*, echoing Jennifer Lawrence’s sheer Givenchy look at the 2026 Golden Globes. Cherry-blossom embroidery lent the Spring/Summer 2024 couture design a romantic, fantastical feel. The tribute linked Grace’s Maysilee Donner with Lawrence’s Katniss Everdeen.

Embraer pitches India-made C-390s to meet Asian demand for 500 military aircraft

Embraer sees India as a production and export hub for its C-390 Millennium, bidding with Mahindra for the Indian Air Force’s ₹1-lakh-crore contest to supply 60 aircraft. It estimates Asia could need 500 planes over 20 years. If selected, the partners may establish a C-390 assembly line outside Brazil in Nagpur, under a programme requiring domestic production.

Gauhati HC quashes detention under NSA of land rights activist Pranab Doley

The Gauhati High Court quashed land-rights activist Pranab Doley’s detention under the National Security Act, after Assam held him despite bail in a protest case. The government invoked the law on July 28, citing 13 cases and alleged threats to public order. Doley was arrested after protesting a hotel near Kaziranga over environmental and Indigenous-rights concerns.

HC sets aside Jharkhand govt order cancelling exams amid protests against irregularities

Jharkhand High Court on Friday overturned cancellation of the JSSC-CGL exam and recruitment, finding no definitive evidence that a widespread paper leak compromised all successful candidates. The CID will continue investigating individual malpractice allegations, while appointments remain subject to the probe’s outcome. The government had cancelled the process amid 24 days of student protests over irregularities.

SC reluctant to shut schools or shift classes online amid Delhi's worsening air quality

The Supreme Court signalled it would not order Delhi schools closed or shift children online despite “severe” pollution, preferring expert-backed GRAP guidance over anecdotal claims. The bench warned online classes could worsen educational inequality and questioned age-based health distinctions without paediatric evidence. Delhi’s AQI hit 391 Friday; GRAP allows hybrid classes at higher pollution stages.

India's deep tech indigenisation

India’s bid for sovereignty hinges on building a full-stack deep-tech ecosystem, requiring ₹47–66 lakh crore ($500–700 billion) by 2035 and private investment alongside government support. The effort could create millions of jobs, but funding and scale-up remain bottlenecks. Low research spending and past technology-denial episodes underscore the stakes as AI and advanced technologies reshape global power.

I would skip predictable tech gifts this Diwali and consider these smartwatches instead

Before gifting a smartwatch this Diwali, consider the recipient’s phone, routine and needs: check compatibility, screen visibility, health and fitness features, battery life, and comfort. Options include the Galaxy Watch 8, rugged Noise Endeavour Pro and Garmin Forerunner 165, which serve different needs. Smartwatches offer connectivity and activity tracking, making them practical festive gifts across price points.

Utah teen held captive for over 500 days used video game ‘Among Us’ to alert player, get rescued

A Utah teenager was rescued after using Among Us to alert another player that she was held captive in Oregon for over 500 days, court documents say. Authorities rescued Kylie Arellano on November 1 and arrested Adam Harmel, 39, accused of kidnapping her. Harmel allegedly met her online, took her at 15, and confined and assaulted her.

Andy Burnham promises three foreign-policy overhauls

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is using diplomacy to recast Britain’s global role, linking foreign policy to domestic priorities before Manchester’s 2027 G20. He seeks AI agreements, support for Ukraine, closer EU ties and new partnerships, while navigating China, the Middle East and Commonwealth disputes. Once a domestic-focused politician, he says global challenges shape life at home.

Spiritual mentor Jai Madaan makes debut as author, pens self-help guide on mastering the inner world

Spiritual mentor Jai Madaan’s debut, *The Inner Kingdom*, explores prosperity, power and peace as foundations for shaping life, rather than controlling events. Drawing on Vastu, astrology, numerology, chakras and energy alignment, it offers guidance for harmony across homes, relationships, careers and inner lives. Inspired by readers’ questions, the book reinterprets Indian traditions and practices.

Boat capsizes off Andhra coast: 3 more Tamil Nadu fishermen’s bodies recovered, death toll at 7

Three more bodies of Tamil Nadu fishermen were recovered Friday off Andhra Pradesh, raising the death toll to seven after their boat capsized during Cyclone Murasu; two remain missing as searches continue. The fishermen had left Chennai and capsized November 3 while navigating toward Ramayapatnam. Officials are coordinating searches, identification and repatriation with Tamil Nadu.