Shraddha Walkar case: Court summons Tihar jail superintendent over threats to accused Aaftab

A Delhi court summoned Tihar Jail’s superintendent to explain protection for murder accused Aaftab Amin Poonawala, after he reported continuing threats from inmates despite an earlier safety order. The superintendent must submit a compliance report November 6, when Poonawala will appear by video link. The case involves the alleged 2022 murder of Shraddha Walkar in Delhi.

Italian chef in Australia fired after refusing to make pineapple pizza, calls it ‘insult to culture’

An Italian chef in Brisbane was fired after repeatedly refusing to make ham-and-pineapple pizzas, calling the topping an insult to his culture; Australia’s Fair Work Commission rejected his unfair-dismissal claim because it was filed late. Management cited his language and conduct. He had refused pineapple orders three times in four years, in Queensland, pineapple heartland.

What a weaker Trump & Republicans' midterm rout could mean for Iran, Israel and Ukraine

Democrats’ midterm victories will give them control of Congress in January 2027, reshaping US policy on Iran, Israel and Ukraine and exposing Republican divisions over Trump’s war. JD Vance blamed the conflict for defeat, while Trump defended it. Congress may constrain strikes and aid, but Trump’s veto limits its leverage, amid conflict and partisan strain.

French bank says cyberattack stole around $100 mn

French bank Crédit Mutuel Arkéa said a cyberattack enabled fraudulent transfers of about €100 million ($112 million) from its accounts, with no customer losses. The attack was contained, funds blocked, and prosecutors opened an investigation as the bank pursues recovery of cryptocurrency-converted proceeds. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT publicized the fraud; Arkéa reported €230 million first-half profit.

Tata Sons chairman Chandrasekaran meets Italian PM Meloni after Iveco acquisition

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome, with Tata Motors’ acquisition of an 89.42% stake in Iveco Group central to discussions on closer India–Italy industrial ties. The €3.43-billion deal makes Iveco an indirect subsidiary and sets up a global commercial-vehicle powerhouse; Chandrasekaran also highlighted Tata Motors’ historic Turin connection.

‘Don’t need foreign backing for return': Hasina on if she wants US, India to pressure Bangladesh

Sheikh Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh by December despite possible arrest or death, insisting she needs no foreign power’s backing. In India since fleeing a 2024 uprising, the former prime minister was sentenced to death in absentia over the protest crackdown, a verdict she rejects; Dhaka has repeatedly sought her extradition.

Keralam sanctions probe against Gyanesh Kumar after bribery complaint linked to his state tenure

Keralam sanctioned a VACB inquiry into allegations that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar sought a ₹2-crore bribe while serving as PWD secretary in 2006, following a KSTP contractor’s complaint. Chennithala authorized the probe under anti-corruption law. The contractor alleges the payment was demanded to clear ₹14-crore bills for a World Bank-funded project; Kumar did not respond.

SC relief for Punjab govt in DA arrears case; stays HC contempt proceedings

The Supreme Court stayed Punjab and Haryana High Court criminal contempt proceedings against Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha and officials over unpaid dearness allowance, while asking the state how much it could pay by March 31, 2027. The High Court had ordered arrears paid to employees and pensioners, then summoned Sinha over alleged non-compliance.

‘Approach Calcutta HC’: SC declines plea seeking speedy disqualification of 10 rebel TMC MLAs

The Supreme Court directed Calcutta High Court to urgently hear a Trinamool legislator’s plea over disqualification petitions against 10 rebel West Bengal MLAs, declining to intervene. The cases remain undecided despite an October 8 deadline for the Speaker, while precedent calls for decisions within three months. The dispute follows a TMC split after elections.

France faces new protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest

Hundreds of thousands are expected to protest across France Thursday, as strikes intensify pressure on Macron amid weeks of unrest ahead of the election. Authorities expect 500,000–700,000 demonstrators outside Paris and will deploy 70,000 police, while schools, transport and electricity face disruption. The movement grew from student concerns into anger over living costs and services.

MPSC panel recommends over 16,000 Group C posts, one-year age relaxation

A Maharashtra government committee has recommended raising MPSC Group-C Preliminary Examination 2026 vacancies to more than 16,000 and granting a one-time, one-year upper-age relaxation across recruitment exams, responding to aspirants’ concerns. It also proposed reopening applications once, retaining the existing preliminary syllabus, announcing new-cadre mains syllabi, and securing fresh question-paper preparation, printing, storage and transport.

Jantar Mantar protests: HPEC received hardly any complaints, SC told

The Supreme Court panel probing alleged violence and police excesses during Cockroach Janta Party-led protests cannot yet reach findings, citing scant evidence and few complaints, the court was told Thursday. It ordered petitions, videos and complaints sent to the committee and sought interim reports. The July 20 march to Parliament ended in violent protester-police clashes.

100 pc targets under cleanliness, records management campaign achieved: Union health ministry

Union Health Ministry met targets in Special Campaign 6, clearing 5.82 lakh square feet, removing 1.20 lakh physical files and earning over Rs 1 crore from scrap and e-waste. The October 2–31 drive covered 1,62,325 sites, resolved public grievances, closed 32,542 e-files and simplified 19 rules, aiming to reduce administrative delays and improve records management.

Delhi HC protects personality rights of actor Kriti Sanon

The Delhi High Court barred AI impersonation, explicit deepfakes and persona-based merchandise involving actor Kriti Sanon, ordering platforms to remove infringing content. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav said the material harmed her commercial identity and dignity. The interim order preserves legitimate news, criticism and satire; Sanon sued over alleged misuse across social media and online sales.

Danish comedian secretly filmed over 4 months for reality show, TV channel apologises

Denmark’s TV 2 withdrew and apologized for a reality show after public backlash over secretly filming comedian Rasmus Wallbridge for four months while deceiving him into believing he was directing a feature film. Its 149-person setup used hidden cameras and enlisted friends; critics, including the culture minister, condemned it as unethical. TV 2 investigated after October’s broadcast.

Amit Shah challenges Rahul to debate on poll roll revision at ‘any Haryana chowk’

At a Karnal rally, Union Home Minister Amit Shah challenged Rahul Gandhi to debate voter-roll revision “at any chowk in Haryana,” accusing Congress of evading Parliament and spreading “anarchy.” He offered a session and said deaths, migration and duplicate registrations explained most of 13 crore deletions, alleging the remaining names were infiltrators. Shah spoke at the close of the BJP’s Haryana march.

Harry Kane signs Bayern Munich extension until 2029 after Ballon d'Or triumph

Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane has extended his Bayern Munich contract through June 2029, committing to the club amid links with a Premier League return. Since arriving from Tottenham in 2023, the 33-year-old has scored 156 goals in 161 appearances and also helped Bayern win two Bundesliga titles, the German Cup and two Super Cups.

IPL players trade: Livingstone and Edwards to CSK; Khaleel and Ellis to SRH

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings have agreed a four-player trade ahead of IPL 2027: Liam Livingstone and Jack Edwards join CSK, while Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis move to SRH. Livingstone’s fee drops to INR 6 crore; the others retain their fees. Injuries sidelined all four in 2026, while Khaleel claimed 15 wickets for CSK in 2025.

North Korea tells EU to 'mind own business' over ‘non-existent’ human rights issues

North Korea denounced the European Union’s draft UN resolution on its human rights record as a politically motivated provocation, telling the bloc to “mind its own business” and accusing it of distortion. The measure is expected to advance at the UN later this month; resolutions have condemned Pyongyang yearly since 2005 amid allegations of abuses.

Chakra Horoscope Today, November 5, 2026

November 5’s horoscope urges discernment, emotional release, gratitude and openness, with intuition guiding choices and relationships. Aries and Pisces should question appearances; Gemini and Scorpio can release guilt or burdens, while Cancer and Sagittarius benefit from connections. Creativity and discovery favor Virgo, Taurus and Capricorn; meditations, foods and crystals offer gentle rituals for all signs today.

Regina Cassandra questions Karan Johar for ignoring her during Kesari 2 promotions

Regina Cassandra says actors who feel uncomfortable should leave projects, responding to Janhvi Kapoor’s criticism of Peddi’s sexualised portrayal and Radhika Apte’s account of a Telugu-film experience; she warned such remarks risk deepening North-South divisions. She alleged Dharma Productions excluded her from Kesari 2 promotions, despite featuring her in its song, and questioned the omission.

Every Kareena Kapoor look from Koffee With Karan, ranked: Pink mini in 2004 to red suit in 2026

Kareena Kapoor’s most memorable Koffee With Karan style traces her evolution from early-2000s pink mini dresses to confident, tailored glamour, with her wine-red sequinned Season 6 gown crowned the standout. Her Season 9 red pantsuit, maternity gown, hot-pink looks and restrained saree reveal phases. The ranking weighs outfits’ fit, timing and reflection of Kareena’s life.

Athiya Shetty turns 34: KL Rahul calls her his biggest blessing, Suniel Shetty shares childhood pics

Actor Athiya Shetty celebrated her 34th birthday as husband KL Rahul and father Suniel Shetty shared heartfelt tributes. Rahul posted couple photos, calling her his biggest blessing, while Suniel shared childhood throwbacks and reflected on watching her build a family. The couple married in 2023 and welcomed daughter Evaarah in March 2025; Athiya has stepped away from films.

Sobhita Dhulipala says being an outsider in film industry was very intimidating

Sobhita says entering film without connections was intimidating, with no mentor to guide her through auditions. Her pageant and modelling background complicated casting, but persistence brought her debut in Anurag Kashyap’s *Raman Raghav 2.0* and a trip to Cannes in 2016. She later starred in *Made in Heaven* and made her Hollywood debut with *Monkey Man*.

Exclusive: Cops told MCD of illegal construction at Chawri Bazar building months ago, say officials

Delhi Police say they alerted MCD in June to unauthorised construction at the Chawri Bazar building that collapsed Thursday, killing two people and injuring one, but no action followed. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ordered two engineers suspended, an inquiry, an FIR against the contractor, and medical care and compensation for victims. It was another capital building collapse.

German Conservative leader found dead at Berlin hotel hours after cancelling speech at party office

Hubert Aiwanger, Bavaria’s deputy governor, economy minister and longtime Free Voters leader, was found dead in a Berlin hotel Wednesday; authorities are investigating. The 55-year-old reportedly withdrew from a speech for health reasons. He helped turn the party into a governing force in Bavaria, though it made limited headway nationally and never entered Germany’s parliament.

Tribunal orders ₹32 lakh compensation to kin of road accident victim

A Thane tribunal ordered Maharashtra’s state-run transport corporation to pay Rs 31.95 lakh to delivery executive Vijay Laxman Kadam’s family after he died when a bus struck his motorcycle on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway in 2020. In its November ruling, it assigned 80% negligence to the bus driver and 20% to Kadam, reducing the award for his contributory negligence.

Lara Dutta humbled to be in Ramayana, calls Kaikeyi one of the ‘most misunderstood’ women in history

Lara Dutta marked Ramayana’s global release with a tribute to her role as Kaikeyi, calling her a misunderstood woman whose humanity and role in fulfilling divine prophecy deserve recognition. She thanked director Nitesh Tiwari, producer Namit Malhotra and cast, remembering her father. The epic stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, opening on 70,000 screens.

Weekend Planner (November 7 and 8): Delhi-NCR residents, here’s everything you must check out!

Delhi-NCR’s weekend lineup spans all-day cinema, dining, festivals, live music and a morning run. Theatres screen *Ramayana*, *Scene*, *Mahasakthi*, *Summer Holidays*, *Bhavantara*, *The Cat in the Hat* and *Disco*, while Burma Burma and The Lodhi offer food and drinks. Saturday brings Diwali celebrations, Keshavam live, rock ’n’ roll and a 7am run at Nehru Park.

UK man allegedly stored body of ‘soulmate’ with her guinea pigs in freezer for 3 years

At Liverpool Crown Court, George Gordon, 65, is accused of murdering Delia McInerney, 62, and hiding her dismembered body in a freezer beside her five guinea pigs for nearly three years. Prosecutors say he impersonated her and stole money; Gordon admits killing her but denies murder and animal cruelty. McInerney planned to move to Portugal.