Is Mumbai ready for international art?

Art Mumbai’s four-day fair opened with 94 exhibitors, including record 21 international galleries, as six made their India debuts. Galleries are courting cosmopolitan Indian collectors with Asian and global artists, accessible price points and distinctive presentations, while Indian modernists remain central to sales. The event has grown from six international galleries at its first edition.

Keralam to bring in athlete-centric sports bill: Minister Janeesh

Kerala plans to replace sports laws with a comprehensive, athlete-centred bill to improve professionalism and bridge coordination gaps between State Sports Council and Sports Directorate, Janeesh said. The government is increasing incentives and clearing overdue awards; 900 athletes received Rs 1.5 crore, while training support may expand and KSRTC teams may return.

From midfield metronome to managerial casualty: Michael Carrick's United legacy

Michael Carrick’s Manchester United managerial spell ended after a disastrous season left the club 18th, with eight points from ten games and eight winless matches. His interim success secured Champions League qualification, but tactical limitations, weak recruitment and United’s lack of identity contributed to his failure. He leaves behind a celebrated 12-year playing career at Old Trafford.

Sensex, Nifty open negative after gains as markets recover from 2-year slump

India’s Sensex and Nifty were set for a flat Friday opening as steady foreign inflows offset rising Brent crude and elevated domestic inflation, with GIFT Nifty at 25,267.5 at 7:13 a.m. The benchmarks gained 1.1% this week after Thursday advances, positioning them for a third consecutive weekly rise and recovery from nearly two years of underperformance.

Microsoft outage: Outlook, Copilot and Teams services remain disrupted

Microsoft’s global outage disrupted Outlook, Teams and Copilot Thursday, affecting businesses reliant on Microsoft. Downdetector recorded nearly 200,000 reports shortly after 1 p.m. New York time, while Microsoft later cited limited recovery in some regions and said fixes and traffic rerouting were working. OpenAI and Anthropic reported connector problems, and Workhorse postponed its results announcement.

Indore still on top in cleanliness survey, let score sheet be released, says mayor

Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava says the city remains India’s cleanest, claiming top marks in the 2025-26 survey despite missing the national top three, and urges critics to await the scorecard. Indore ranked second with Depalpur in the new city-pair initiative; Navi Mumbai won. Indore topped the survey from 2017 to 2023 before entering the Super Swachh League.

UP Board Exam 2027: Teachers asked to ensure syllabus completion, focus on revision and regular test

With UP Board examinations starting February 5, 12 to 13 days earlier than last year, Uttar Pradesh has urged teachers, students and parents to work backward from exam dates, finish syllabi early and protect time for revision and testing. A 22-point catch-up plan, daily remedial teaching, peer learning, answer-writing practice and NIPUN assessments aim to address learning gaps after administrative duties reduced instructional time.

Man arrested for stabbing nephew for refusing to bring liquor from market in Gurugram

Gurugram police arrested Raju, 35, for allegedly stabbing his nephew in the head and face with scissors during a dispute over fetching liquor in Sector 28, leaving him injured. The victim fled downstairs to seek help from Raju’s brother, while Raju allegedly threatened to kill him and escaped. He was remanded to judicial custody on Thursday.

Warner disappointed with Cummins, says Australia captain threw Khawaja ‘under the bus’

David Warner accused Pat Cummins of throwing Usman Khawaja “under the bus” after Cummins dismissed Khawaja’s account of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal as “complete and utter nonsense.” Warner backed Khawaja’s autobiography, saying the team knew about the sandpaper scheme, calling the investigation botched, and disclosing that he and his wife lost a baby during that period.

Tea Board panel recommends minimum sustainable price for tea; industry associations welcome move

Tea industry associations welcomed a Tea Board committee recommendation for a Minimum Sustainable Price (MSP), urging government adoption to protect producers, especially small growers, and secure the sector’s future. Tea prices rose 2–3% against input costs’ 10–14%, while wages account for 60% of production costs. Proposed benchmarks would track wage movements and inflation, with periodic reviews.

‘Fight with us instead of making allegations’, Chandra Shekhar Azad asks SP, BSP to join his bloc

Azad invited the SP and BSP into the Samajik Parivartan Morcha, his alliance with AIMIM for Uttar Pradesh’s 2027 election, saying it aims to stop the BJP winning a third consecutive term. He said seat-sharing with AIMIM was settled, promised partners respectable seats and denied claims the bloc would split opposition votes. Both parties won no seats in 2022.

Tea industry bodies back proposed MSP to offset rising costs

Five Indian tea associations backed a Tea Board proposal for a Minimum Sustainable Price (MSP), urging government action as costs outpace returns. The benchmark would track wages and inflation, with periodic reviews. Production costs have risen 10–14% annually, against tea-price gains of 2–3%, threatening growers. India, the world’s second-largest tea producer, produces 1.35–1.4 billion kilograms yearly.

Fast-track courts take 4 years for POCSO cases, says Delhi High Court report

Delhi’s fast-track courts take about four years to dispose of rape and child sexual abuse cases, while 15,890 cases remain pending, including 10,616 POCSO cases, a Delhi High Court report to the Supreme Court says. Monthly disposal averages 4.68 cases per court against the 13.75 benchmark, with forensic-report delays and prosecutor shortages driving the backlog.

Abrasive, arrogant: Pat Cummins addresses 'ugly underbelly' of Australian team in 2018

Australia captain Pat Cummins rejected Usman Khawaja’s claim that the entire Australian team knew of the 2018 ball-tampering plot, while acknowledging a win-at-all-costs culture marked by arrogance and abrasive conduct. He said his captaincy has focused on changing it, and disputed Khawaja’s claim that skin colour cost him the leadership, following revelations in Khawaja’s autobiography.

Kajal Aggarwal recalls near-death experience on Indian 2 set when 100-foot crane crashed next to her

Kajal Aggarwal recalled surviving the 2020 crane collapse on Indian 2’s set, saying an unidentified hand pulled her from a tent moments before the 100-foot crane fell beside her; three crew members died and nine were injured. During a night shoot, she turned back as it fell. Indian 2 later earned ₹150 crore worldwide.

Sharvari takes over the runway in 2 showstopper looks for Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla at Art Mumbai

Sharvari serves not one, but two stunning looks as she takes centre stage as the showstopper for designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla at Art Mumbai on November 12. The 29-year-old actor graced the runway in two strikingly different ensembles, first dazzling in an intricately embellished mini dress before making a statement in a breathtaking red saree with a contemporary twist. From glamorous embellishments to modern Indian elegance, let’s decode both her showstopper looks.

NITI Aayog praises mobile phone production-linked incentives, says laptop scheme lost time

NITI Aayog says India’s mobile-phone incentive scheme is among the most effective PLI programmes, driving ninefold export growth, sharply lower imports and domestic manufacture of 99.2% of phones sold. Yet gains rely heavily on assembling imported components while local-parts incentives lagged. The report also finds IT-hardware incentives remain nascent after a flawed launch and redesign.

Hannah Storm, Dan Hicks' wife, has vascular birthmark, battled cancer

ESPN host Hannah Storm announced that her husband, NBC Sports announcer Dan Hicks, died at 64 after an acute illness; they had three daughters. The loss comes as Storm recovers from a cancer diagnosis and surgery, after overcoming breast cancer. She founded a charity for children with vascular birthmarks, which she has had since birth.

Godzilla returns in special-effects glory in the latest movie with an anti-war message

Godzilla Minus Zero opened with $31.6 million in North America, setting a record for a foreign-language live-action film while renewing the franchise’s warning about nuclear war and human folly. Director Takashi Yamazaki advances the story to 1947–49, reunites characters, and uses IMAX spectacle as Godzilla battles Ghidorah. The monster debuted in 1954, embodying Japan’s atomic-bomb legacy.

Career & Finance Horoscope for November 13, 2026

Today’s career outlook urges zodiac signs to pursue opportunities, trust their abilities, and stay adaptable, while avoiding impulsive spending, fear-driven decisions, and discouragement after setbacks. Prioritize long-term goals, planning, patience, and support; intuition and cooperation may help navigate workplace dynamics. These sign-by-sign forecasts, which include crystal suggestions, come from tarot reader and healer Kishori Sud.

Disappointed with disputes in IOA elections: IOC

The IOC expressed disappointment over disputes in the Indian Olympic Association’s election process, urging officials to follow the Olympic Charter and ensure a free, fair vote without external interference. The controversy follows PT Usha’s fifth-place finish in the athletes’ commission election and reported request for an IOC review; Abhinav Bindra questioned inconsistencies in election rules.

Whole-wheat, multigrain or sourdough: Understanding fibre, ingredients and nutritional value

Consumers choosing multigrain, brown or sourdough bread should check ingredients and nutrition labels, because names and colour do not guarantee a healthier choice. Nutritionist Dr Eileen Canday recommends whole-wheat flour or whole grains as the first ingredient, at least 3 g fibre per slice and minimal added sugar; some commercial sourdoughs are not traditionally fermented.

Kolkata-Sairang train derailment: Preliminary probe points to faulty braking system

Preliminary findings say the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed after its braking system may have failed because the locomotive’s BP angle cock was isolated, leaving it unable to stop at a signal. It overshot, striking a dead end. Investigators have not identified who closed the cock, though staff may have failed to reopen it after brake repairs.

The Fallout From the Fall of Jensen Huang

Jensen Huang’s resignation after reports of affairs with a subordinate and an alleged Chinese spy has exposed Nvidia to legal, regulatory and political scrutiny, risking broader damage to America’s AI sector. The article links the allegation to Megaspeed, investigated over chip-smuggling, urges stronger export controls and vigilance toward Beijing, and argues Nvidia may outlast Huang.

Jensen Huang is out. His successor has the toughest job in tech

Nvidia interim chief Colette Kress must steady investors and preserve growth after Jensen Huang abruptly resigned amid revelations about his private life, wiping 20% off the company’s value. Her immediate tests include earnings, supply-chain delivery, Washington relations and sustaining sprawling AI partnerships. Nvidia’s financial success—and its improvised succession—had depended heavily on Huang.

Fear of FIRs prompts BLAs, others to withdraw Form 7 voter deletion requests in Mumbai

Many requests to delete voters from Maharashtra’s rolls have been rejected or withdrawn after officials tightened scrutiny and warned complainants of criminal action for false objections. In Bhiwandi East, over 450 of 540 applications were rejected; statewide, 95,000 deletion requests have been filed during the revision. The scrutiny follows controversy over political misuse of Form 7.

Jensen Huang Is a White House Scandal

The article argues that reports Nvidia chief Jensen Huang was involved with a suspected Chinese spy pose a national-security scandal, given his access to Trump and influence over AI policy. It says Trump failed to act despite warnings, as China chip controls loosened, and urges bipartisan hearings to establish the truth and protect U.S. security.

Elijah Wood says reprising Frodo for The Hunt for Gollum was like ‘stepping back into time’

Elijah Wood says returning as Frodo in *The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum* felt “beautiful and surreal,” as the familiar costume and hobbit feet revived his “muscle memory” after 27 years. Andy Serkis has wrapped filming on the story, which follows Aragorn’s hunt for Gollum, ahead of its Dec. 17, 2027, release.

Javokhir Sindarov seems so happy playing chess, that inspires me: D Gukesh

World champion D Gukesh says challenger Javokhir Sindarov’s joyful approach to chess inspires him as he prepares to defend his title from November 24. Seeking to recover form amid pressure, Gukesh is prioritising fun and believes his previous championship experience could help. Sindarov, known for balancing chess with Counter-Strike, reminds him to enjoy the game.

Do grandchildren have a share in ancestral property after partition? Supreme Court explains

The Supreme Court ruled that a son cannot claim coparcenary rights in his grandfather’s property after partition among legal heirs, as his father’s allotted share became individual property under the Hindu Succession Act. The ruling dismissed a 29-year-old suit over Chennai property. Grandchildren have birthrights only in joint coparcenary property; title and inheritance determine entitlement.