Rubio calls Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi ‘very productive’, aims to include Europe in future ne

US Secretary Marco Rubio called Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi “very productive” Tuesday and said Washington hopes to include European partners in a trilateral format, arguing they are essential to a lasting solution. The first negotiations since February lasted hours and resume Wednesday, with US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff joining delegations seeking to end the war.

India declines comment on Sheikh Hasina’s passport request, says travel document needed

India declined comment on Sheikh Hasina’s request for a Bangladeshi passport and national identity card, saying travel requires a “travel document,” as she prepares to return home from exile next month. Dhaka dismissed her application and renewed its extradition demand. Her passport was revoked after her 2024 ouster; she faces a death sentence in Bangladesh.

Pulmonologists share guidelines for high-risk groups to stay safe during rising air pollution

Children are vulnerable to air pollution because developing lungs and faster breathing increase exposure, risking cough, wheezing, breathlessness, worsened asthma and impaired lung growth. Parents should limit outdoor activity during pollution peaks, avoid traffic-heavy areas, maintain indoor air quality and follow asthma treatment plans; persistent symptoms need medical attention. Post-Diwali winter pollution spikes intensify concerns.

Gynaecologist shares what women should know before considering hormonal contraception

Women should consult a gynaecologist before starting hormonal contraception, as the safest option depends on health risks, history and preferences; liver disease or clotting disorders may make methods unsafe. Doctors may check liver function and lipids, discuss alternatives, and urge care for warning signs such as chest pain or breathlessness. Options include combined and progesterone-only pills.

From Bengaluru to Downing Street: Akshata Murty reflects on celebrating Diwali around the world

Akshata Murty reflected on Diwali’s enduring meaning, recalling celebrations at Downing Street during Rishi Sunak’s premiership, when the festival was celebrated there by a Hindu prime minister for the first time. Though settings changed—from Bengaluru to California, North Yorkshire and London—the stories of light overcoming darkness remained constant. She cited Diwali’s reach in Leicester, Scottish schools and Wales, and wished everyone a happy Deepawali.

Vehicles torched, crude bombs exploded: One killed as fresh wave of violence hits Bangladesh

At least one person was killed as a fresh wave of violence, including vehicle arsons and crude-bomb blasts, struck Bangladesh overnight Monday into Tuesday; police arrested 11 and detained six. A Faridpur bus driver died from smoke inhalation, and a train coach was torched. Police blamed banned Awami League activists amid a nationwide blockade, but links remain unverified.

Pet obesity can go unnoticed: Vet highlights hidden health risks and the need for check-ups

Excess weight can threaten pets’ health, raising risks of diabetes, joint disease, breathing problems, and organ disorders that may progress unnoticed. Dr Maneesh Kumar Gupta urges regular veterinary check-ups and body-condition assessments, with bloodwork or imaging as needed. Gradual weight gain is easy to miss; global estimates put 40–60% of pets overweight, while Indian data remains limited.

‘Today or tomorrow, Siang Dam will be built,’ says BJP MP amid protests in Arunachal Pradesh

BJP MP Tapir Gao said the Siang mega-dam would be built “today or tomorrow,” despite protests, noting its 2008 designation as a national project. Adi Ba Kebang United challenged conflicting government assurances, demanding clarification. Following violent protests and arrests, officials say only a pre-feasibility study is underway, while communities fear displacement, cultural loss and environmental damage.

Chinese Horoscope, November 11, 2026: Daily astro guidance as per your zodiac

An Earth Ox day and Full Day Officer favor steady routines, practical choices and quiet progress: most signs are balanced, Rooster leads, Snake fares well, and Horse and Goat should take extra care. Gentle communication, organized work, cautious spending, regular meals and rest are advised. These readings combine the day’s energies with 2026’s Fire Horse year.

Doctors advise N95 masks, indoor exercise, air purifiers amid high pollution in Delhi

Delhi doctors urged residents to wear properly fitted N95 masks outdoors, avoid morning and evening walks, and exercise indoors as pollution remains high. Children, older adults and people with chronic heart, lung or kidney conditions face the greatest risks. Experts recommend air purifiers, hydration and regular medicines. Winter weather traps emissions near the ground; Delhi’s AQI improved to 299 Tuesday.

Military veteran and former minister Matan Kahana is Gadi Eisenkot’s pick for 26th Knesset speaker

Former Israeli military chief Gadi Eisenkot said Tuesday that opposition leaders agreed on candidates for 26th Knesset posts, naming Matan Kahana as speaker. Their slate proposes Roi Folkman for House Committee chair, Avigdor Lieberman for Foreign Affairs and Defense, and Liran Avisar Ben-Horin for Finance. Herzog tasked Eisenkot with forming a government Sunday; committee posts await approval.

UPCA defends squad selection for T20 Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Uttar Pradesh’s 18-member Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy squad for the upcoming tournament has renewed questions about whether the UPT20 League shapes selection: leading pacer Abhinandan Singh, with 24 wickets, was omitted, while Arnav Baliyan was picked after scoring just 53 runs. UPCA defended the squad as merit-based despite criticism; the state’s previous title came in 2015-16.

NASA announces $1 million in prizes for students designing solutions for future Moon base

NASA offers up to $1 million in prizes for student ideas for a Moon base near the Moon’s South Pole. Teams of two to five high-school or college students will tackle six challenges spanning infrastructure and crew safety. Registration closes January 25, 2027; winners are announced May 6. The base would support research and prepare for Mars.

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth dismisses impeachment move as ‘political spectacle’

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday dismissed impeachment efforts as a “political spectacle,” accusing a defeated opponent of President Donald Trump of pursuing personal revenge rather than oversight or accountability. He stood by military operations carried out under his leadership, describing the impeachment push as a personal manifesto driven by ego and resentment.

Reading Rome: 10 books that showcase the city

Ten books reveal Rome as a city reshaped by myth, power, art, hardship and modern life, from Virgil’s founding epic and Caesar’s account to Jhumpa Lahiri’s stories. Spanning historical fiction, memoir, travel writing and thriller, the selection shows how monuments and ordinary streets hold competing versions of the Eternal City, which no single book or visit captures.

Neighbours fire at woman after she objects to firecrackers in Ghaziabad; booked

Police in Ghaziabad registered an attempted-murder FIR against two neighbours and up to seven other suspects after they allegedly entered a woman’s home and fired at her family on Diwali, following objections to firecrackers. The complainant also alleged casteist abuse and theft of ₹7,000; police are reviewing CCTV and investigating before arrests. The incident occurred on November 8.

Trump reveals he threatened to jail AI Executive over security concerns: ‘Kiss your wife goodnight’

Trump recounted telling an unidentified AI-company executive, “Please give your wife a kiss good night,” before threatening arrest over alleged security concerns; he said the warning changed the executive’s approach, while the Justice Department remains involved. In a 60 Minutes interview, he rejected existential-risk warnings, welcomed bipartisan safeguards, and insisted regulation preserve U.S. leadership over China.

'Where is CM Vijay': BJP targets Tamil Nadu government over ₹22-crore bank fraud

The BJP accused Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s government of negligence after police reported ₹22.10 crore siphoned from government accounts, demanding answers about safeguards. Investigators are tracing transfers and examining compromised credentials or bank handlers, while suspecting a Nigeria-based cybercrime syndicate. The fraud adds to criticism of TVK’s administration since taking office six months ago.

Diwali celebrations can impact lung health; an oncologist explains air quality's harmful effects

Diwali smog, firecrackers, construction dust and crop burning inflame lungs, worsen asthma and COPD, and raise lung-cancer risks; tobacco remains a major preventable threat. Children and older adults are vulnerable. Experts recommend avoiding tobacco and crackers, checking air quality, wearing N95 masks in severe smog, and seeking care for lasting symptoms; exposure weakens lung defenses.

Loni near Delhi chokes on toxic air, struggles to shed tag of world's most polluted city

Loni near Delhi recorded severe air pollution Tuesday, with real-time AQI reaching 470 as residents demanded a lasting solution. Industrial emissions, traffic, dust, construction and garbage burning fuel the crisis; authorities imposed Stage III restrictions and halted nonessential construction. Residents report breathing problems and want sustained clean-up. Loni topped IQAir’s global pollution list in 2025.

UP teen girl takes charge, stops her own child marriage

A 16-year-old in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, stopped her planned marriage to a 25-year-old man in Saudi Arabia by calling helpline 1098, prompting officials, police and an NGO to intervene before the wedding. Both families agreed she would not marry before 18; she hopes to continue her education, despite her parents’ financial hardship and social pressure.

10 held as Delhi Police busts banned e-cigarette network supplying products near schools, colleges

Delhi Police arrested 10 people, including seven pan-shop owners, and seized 551 banned e-cigarettes and 102,800 cigarettes, uncovering an alleged three-tier network supplying outlets near schools, colleges and coaching centres. Investigators say wholesalers, distributors and retailers used couriers and cash payments to move products in Delhi; police are probing Nepal and Jaipur links under tobacco-control laws.

Telangana govt seeks loan relief for farmers hit by El Niño-induced drought

Telangana’s government urged banks to restructure crop loans, offer concessions and provide fresh credit for Rabi, as El Niño-related rainfall deficits leave farmers struggling to repay. Drought affects 365 mandals across 31 districts, 111 severely; depleted reservoirs and 1.5 million dry borewells worsen the crisis. Banks face a Rs 38,268-crore Rabi loan target this season.

HT Evening News Brief: Hasina faces death sentence on return, one year of Red Fort blast and more

Bangladesh’s prosecutor says Hasina faces a death sentence if she returns, as Dhaka rejects her passport request and renews its extradition demand to India. Investigators detail Red Fort bombing plot; Sonia Gandhi recounts world leaders in her memoir; Israel’s opposition names Matan Kahana for Knesset speaker, while Radcliffe is unsure about HBO’s Harry Potter series.

Two Jamtara cyber fraud kingpins arrested after five years in ₹27-lakh cheating case

Delhi Police arrested two Jamtara-based cyber-fraud kingpins accused of stealing Rs 27.10 lakh through a fake Canara Bank website after they surrendered at Patiala House court on October 30. The men allegedly designed fraudulent bank sites and customer-care services advertised on Google, directing victims to links that captured banking credentials. The case began in July 2021.

Anupam Kher says he felt proud as an Indian when audience got teary-eyed at Ramayana Sweden premiere

Anupam Kher said Ramayana: Part 1’s Stockholm premiere moved him, as viewers greeted him after the screening, where he voiced Jatayu. He praised the epic’s themes of love, duty, sacrifice and good triumphing over evil, expressing pride in its connection with Swedish audiences. Nitesh Tiwari directs the film, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash.

Jimmy Carr faces backlash over Russell Brand prison jokes during stand-up show: ‘Cashing in on this’

Carr faces backlash for joking about Russell Brand’s prison sentence in a clip viewed millions on X. Critics called the jokes inappropriate after Brand’s rape and assault convictions, accusing Carr of exploiting the controversy to promote his *Killing Jokes* tour. Others questioned Carr’s ties to Brand, sentenced to 10 years and six months after trial in London.

Indian teen co-develops ₹140 filter that turns ordinary fans into air purifiers, wins Diana Award

Delhi student Krish Aggarwal won the 2026 Diana Award for Project Vayu, an affordable fan-mounted filter that has helped more than 10,000 students breathe cleaner air. Co-founded with Samarth Meattle, the initiative provides free filters and monthly replacements to underprivileged schools, and plans expansion to 45 more. The award honours young people’s social action.

Most Americans want new US Congress to end Trump’s Iran war, repeal tariffs: Survey

Americans want the incoming Democratic-led Congress to end the Iran war and repeal Trump’s tariffs, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found, with 71% backing legislation to halt the conflict and 62% supporting tariff repeal amid rising living costs. Nine in ten say affordability should top Congress’s first 100 days, and majorities favor bipartisan cooperation. Still, 42% oppose impeaching Trump.

Rahul Gandhi likely to address gig workers at Congress' Bharat summit in Hyderabad

Rahul Gandhi may address gig workers in Hyderabad during the Bharat Summit on November 13–14, Telangana Congress chief B Mahesh Kumar Goud said, citing the state’s new welfare law. Goud also invited him to a proposed mega rally for Backward Classes. The gathering will host delegates from 70 countries to discuss global order, federalism and electoral integrity.