East Bengal make history, beat Ho Chi Minh to set AWCL record for Indian teams

Fazila Ikwaput scored twice as East Bengal opened the Women’s Champions League with a 2-1 win over Ho Chi Minh City, becoming the first Indian club to record multiple group-stage victories. Her penalty and 34th-minute finish secured a two-goal lead before Dau Nguyen Quynh Anh replied. East Bengal previously beat Iran’s Bam Khatoon 3-1.

Over 22,000 litres of ‘adulterated’, expired ghee seized in Rajasthan; 3 arrested

Authorities arrested three men in Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar after seizing 22,138 litres of suspected adulterated ghee worth ₹1.60 crore, plus ₹3.5 lakh, in raids on two premises during a festive-season crackdown. Investigators allege expired ghee was relabelled and mixed with palm oil or vanaspati; samples await laboratory testing. Delhi officials separately seized 948.9 litres.

Data centre will not exhaust Ujani’s water: Sharad Pawar

Sharad Pawar declined to oppose AI data-centre and energy projects near Ujani dam, saying AI would not necessarily exhaust water, while stressing careful use and reserving judgment until he gathers details. His stance follows protests by grandson Rohit Pawar over risks to agriculture, fisheries and the environment. Amid drought, 139 Solapur villages require 135 water tankers.

‘She is upstairs’: Panchkula school boy who attacked 6-year-old led her father to classroom

An eight-year-old boy allegedly lured a six-year-old girl into an empty classroom at a Panchkula government school and repeatedly attacked her, leaving her unconscious; he later led her father to her. Haryana suspended two teachers, while police booked the school management for alleged negligence after preliminary findings cited security and supervision lapses. Circulated footage of the assault remains unverified.

America's Jessica McClain finishes second as Sheila Chepkirui reclaims NYC Marathon title

Sweden’s Andreas Almgren won the men’s New York City Marathon in 2:06:01, while Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui captured the women’s race in 2:24:36 for her second title in three years. Switzerland swept the wheelchair events, with Marcel Hug winning the men’s race and Catherine Debrunner taking the women’s title. The results list remains subject to updates.

Feuillassier, Christian Borrego strike as FC Goa beat Inter Kashi to secure first win

FC Goa claimed their first win of the Indian Super League season, defeating Inter Kashi FC 2-1 at Pune’s Balewadi Stadium on Sunday after recovering from a second-half equaliser. The Gaurs took the lead before Sumeet Passi levelled, then scored again in the 66th minute to seal three points and leave Inter Kashi with a third defeat.

Petrol poured on rat, set ablaze; three arrested in Kanpur

Three men have been arrested and a fourth is being sought after a video showed a rat tied to an iron gate, doused with petrol and set alight in Kasai Mandi, Orchha Gate, sparking protests. Police say the October 29 act was filmed by the accused, and the rat died. Animal lovers demanded strict action.

Heat director Michael Mann hospitalised after accidently shooting himself at a gun range

Filmmaker Michael Mann was hospitalized after a gun accidentally discharged while holstered at a range Saturday, causing a leg injury; representatives said he was treated and being released. Mann, whose latest film was 2023’s *Ferrari*, is developing highly anticipated *Heat 2*, a follow-up to his 1995 crime drama, with Leonardo DiCaprio and Christian Bale attached.

Jailer 2 box office collection day 18: Rajinikanth film remains steady, crosses ₹454 crore

Rajinikanth’s *Jailer 2* has earned ₹454.33 crore net in India, becoming the year’s second-highest-grossing Indian film, as a weekend rebound brought its latest reported daily collection to ₹9.33 crore. The film collected ₹334.35 crore in its opening week and ₹95.55 crore in week two. Written and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, it continues Tiger Muthuvel Pandian’s story.

Wrestling: Kajal’s golden run, a silver lining and an Olympic dream

At 18, wrestler Kajal Dhochak is targeting gold at the 2027 World Championships and an Olympic medal at Los Angeles 2028, after taking silver on her senior Worlds debut in Astana. In 2026, she won five golds in eight competitions. She lost the final 8-6 after rallying from behind, and plans to sharpen her defence.

Ladakh liquor traders slam Wangchuk's dry UT demand, raise questions over licence to his wine brand

Ladakh’s liquor traders challenged climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s opposition to expanded alcohol sales, questioning whether his apple-wine brand Ule Topo has a government licence and why officials have not acted. The association accused him of inconsistency and demanded equal scrutiny of other practices. Wangchuk objects to a policy proposing more outlets, later withdrawn by the administration.

Enjoy the seasonal spirit with Kunal Kapur’s pumpkin spice caramel custard recipe: See preparation

Kunal Kapur shared a pumpkin spice caramel custard recipe on Instagram November 1. Serving three, the dessert takes 55 minutes. Eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice and ginger make the custard, poured over caramel, baked in a water bath, chilled and served with whipped cream. The social-media recipe is unverified and not endorsed.

Retired college professor, 78, arrested for blocking delivery robot in Philadelphia

Philadelphia police cited 78-year-old retired professor Carolyn Marvin for disorderly conduct after allegedly blocking an Uber Eats delivery robot and refusing officers’ orders to move. She says she obstructs the machines to protest threats to delivery jobs, pedestrian safety and privacy. Pennsylvania law classifies delivery robots as pedestrians, and Marvin plans to continue protesting their presence on sidewalks.

Carlos Alcaraz crushes dogged Alex De Minaur in Vienna final

Alcaraz completed an unbeaten ATP 500 season by defeating Alex de Minaur 6-1, 6-4 in Sunday’s Vienna final, extending his record to 7-0 and claiming his 28th title. He won five matches without dropping a set; Vienna followed Tokyo and Doha, completing a hard-court sweep. Returning from a wrist injury, he said the week boosted confidence.

Dhami joins ‘Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy’ march in Pauri’s Srinagar

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami joined hundreds of BJP workers and residents at a “Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy” march in Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal, where a meeting drew crowds. People welcomed Dhami along the route, and participants discussed democracy, governance and public interest. The march and meeting formed a programme centred on the event’s theme.

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen triumph, making it a rare Indian badminton double

Lakshya Sen swept past Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie 21-17, 21-10, winning the Hylo Open at Saarlandhalle in Germany and claiming his first BWF title of the season. Earlier, PV Sindhu defeated Denmark’s Line Højmark Kjadersfelt 21-12, 21-14, securing her second BWF title of 2026; Sen’s triumph offers much-needed respite after a difficult year on court.

Andhra youth, who attacked schoolgirl with chainsaw, shot at while ‘trying to escape’ police custody

The 15-year-old chainsaw-attack victim at Rapthadu school remains critical after surgery, with minister Nara Lokesh warning the next 48 hours are crucial. Police opened fire, firing six rounds at 21-year-old Hemanth Sunday after he allegedly attacked officers while attempting escape during crime-scene reconstruction; he was seriously injured, and Lokesh promised continued government support.

Tensions flare in Manipur after two missing Kuki men found dead, 3 injured in clashes

Two missing Kuki men were found dead in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Sunday, sparking protests and clashes that injured protesters as police fired tear gas and shots. The men, aged 20 and 21, were reportedly abducted October 28; forces recovered them near National Highway 2. CoTU rejected the bodies pending five demands amid a shutdown.

ACT hockey: Harmanpreet's hat-trick powers India to 4-2 win over Malaysia

Harmanpreet Singh’s hat-trick powered India to a 4-2 victory over Malaysia in Jalandhar, ending Malaysia’s unbeaten run and extending India’s winning streak to four at the Asian Champions Trophy. Sukhjeet Singh also scored, while goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak made crucial saves. Already semi-finalists, India next face Korea after opening with a 13-0 win over Bangladesh.

Panchkula school assault case: Two suspended, child rights panel seeks report

Haryana’s Education Department suspended JBT teachers Simranjeet Kaur and Pooja Rani in connection with alleged assault on a six-year-old at a Panchkula government school. The child-rights commission sought a factual report, while police registered an FIR against school management for alleged negligence. Family alleges a third-grader lured and attacked her, questioning CCTV and school security.

Police vehicle torched, factories shut: Unrest in Bangladesh as textile workers demand higher wages

Garment workers in Bangladesh’s Dhaka and Gazipur protested Sunday for a BDT 30,000 monthly minimum wage, as clashes turned violent, a police vehicle was torched and 19 people were arrested in Dhaka. At least 80 factories closed amid unrest; the government formed a wage board for its major export industry, which employs over four million people.

4K smart projector vs big-screen TV: Which one gives you a better home cinema for the money?

A 4K smart projector suits movie and sports fans who can darken a room and want a cinema-sized picture more affordably than a TV; daylight viewers and anyone seeking effortless use should choose a large TV. Buyers should check resolution, ANSI brightness, throw distance and apps, while weighing sound, gaming, lifespan and setup—the practical trade-offs behind projector promises.

Ram Gopal Varma defends violence in films after Andhra Pradesh attack, internet disagrees

After a chainsaw attack injured two Class 10 students at an Andhra Pradesh school, social media users questioned whether violent films normalize brutality, while filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma rejected blame, comparing criticism of cinema to blaming the Ramayana for kidnappings. Commenters argued films shape attitudes; one girl remains critically injured in Bengaluru, while the other was hurt protecting her.

UK charity ordered to pay employee ₹2.7 lakh compensation after boss screamed ‘I am the CEO’

UK tribunal ruled Julie Mayes was unfairly dismissed after raising concerns about charity chief Matthew Gibbs, who allegedly screamed “I am the CEO” in her face; the charity must pay her £2,160.81. Trustees relied on anonymous claims she sought to oust management, without properly investigating her account. Mayes supported vulnerable people; her separate protected-disclosure claim failed.

Buried cash: IT dept pauses excavation, probes Pune link

Income tax investigators have paused excavation at brothers Rakesh and Rajesh Yadav’s Prayagraj home while examining documents and statements to trace over ₹3.90 crore buried there. Early evidence suggests a Pune bullion-trader link, but officials have not established the cash’s source. The brothers worked in Pune; relatives link the cash to a 2019 raid, a claim unverified.

Senior IPS officer removed as Odisha DG prisons after woman jailor alleges sexual harassment

Odisha prisons chief Susanta Kumar Nath has been booked for alleged sexual harassment of a subordinate and shifted to the Home Department pending investigation. A 41-year-old jailor says Nath’s friend invited her to meet him privately; she alleges refusing led to retaliation, including suspension and implication in a prisoner-escape case. The October 31 FIR also names Kuldeep Rath.

15 females among 80 medical students faced anti-ragging disciplinary action in Rajasthan

Barmer Medical College disciplined 80 students, including 15 women, after finding ragging-related demands for introductions, abusive WhatsApp chats and objectionable social-media posts, but no physical assault. Thirteen were expelled from the hostel; others faced academic and extracurricular bans. Officials denied claims that juniors’ hair was forcibly cut in a nearby room called the “White House.”

Dudhwa tourism season opens; Kishanpur tigers steal the show

Dudhwa Tiger Reserve’s 2026–27 tourism season opened Sunday with traditional rituals, but waterlogged, damaged tracks halted safaris there as tourists saw tigers at Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary. Officials kept charges unchanged, citing eight free-ranging rhinos that helped lift last season’s tourism revenue 49%; two more are planned. A new portal centralizes safari bookings and wildlife information.

UPSSSC PET 2026 ends; 68.79% candidates write test

UPSSSC PET 2026 concluded Sunday, with 24,36,253 of 35,41,297 candidates (68.79%) appearing and 67 flagged as suspicious; police filed FIRs against two candidates, including one caught with a Bluetooth device in Mainpuri. Held across 1,372 centres in 60 districts on three dates, the exam was monitored using AI, facial and Aadhaar-based checks, CCTV and security deployment.

ISL: SC Delhi upstage Mumbai City 3-2

SC Delhi stunned Mumbai City 3-2 on Sunday, completing a comeback with Juan Sebastian Pena’s solo winner in the 94th minute after trailing 2-0 at halftime. Carlos Fortes and Akshat Mehra scored late to spark the turnaround, exposing Mumbai’s defensive collapse. Delhi earned its first win of the season, while Mumbai remained winless after an opening defeat and two draws.