Odisha on alert for third cyclone in three weeks; no hint of landfall area yet, says minister

Odisha is preparing for a third cyclone in three weeks, as a Bay of Bengal low-pressure system may become a cyclonic storm Monday and a severe storm Wednesday. With landfall uncertain, officials have alerted districts and urged fishermen ashore; rain and rough seas are expected. Two recent storms affecting Odisha made landfall in Andhra Pradesh.

Square brackets and sleepless nights: What really happens inside a UN climate summit

At COP31 in Antalya, 200 countries negotiate climate action through consensus, where a single objection can delay agreement and final wording determines what governments promise. Technical teams resolve draft text, then ministers broker compromises through flexible language and linked deals. The summits build on the UN climate framework, producing political benchmarks and occasional landmark treaties.

Dallas Love Field Airport closed due to potential bomb threat day after FAA grounded flights

Dallas Love Field Airport closed Saturday evening, November 14, after air traffic control audio indicated a possible bomb threat, though officials released no further details. The FAA’s National Airspace System Status site listed the airport as closed at 9:13 p.m. CST without citing a cause, a day after a nationwide grounding over an FAA communications issue.

Ananya Panday aces understated luxury in minimal Kartik Research, Chanel ensembles at Delhi events

Ananya Panday made fashion statements at Delhi events on November 14, pairing a beige-and-red Chanel skirt-and-blouse set for Harper’s Bazaar India with a floral-embroidered Kartik Research bandhgala jacket and mauve skirt at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Gold jewelry, sleek styling and pink makeup completed her looks across both appearances, with craftsmanship outweighing flashy embellishment.

Raghu Babu mourns father Giri Babu's death, says last rites to be held in Ravinuthala

Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu died on November 14, aged 83, prompting tributes from colleagues including Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan and others at the Film Chamber. His son Raghu Babu said the last rites would be held in hometown Ravinuthala in keeping with his father’s final wish. Giri worked in 650 films over 47 years.

10+ stops, 604-km route: Train connecting Ayodhya to Nepal's Janakpur Dham gets nod

Indian Railways approved a weekly train linking Janakpur Dham in Nepal with Ayodhya Cantt in Uttar Pradesh, easing travel for pilgrims, tourists and other passengers; commercial launch dates remain unannounced. Covering 604 kilometres, it will depart Janakpur on Saturdays and Ayodhya on Mondays, connecting sites associated with Sita and Ram and strengthening India-Nepal cultural ties.

UPS plane and Copa Airlines aircraft collide at Miami International Airport; no injuries reported

A UPS Boeing 767 cargo plane and a Copa Airlines Boeing 737 passenger jet collided at Miami International Airport Saturday night, November 14, officials said; no injuries were reported, and airport operations were unaffected. The aircraft made contact around 9:15 p.m. at the intersection of two taxiways, with flights redirected to other taxiways, according to airport officials.

Actors Tyriq Withers, Daniel Kaluuya stranded at Oregon’s Eugene airport amid FAA ground stop

Actors Tyriq Withers and Daniel Kaluuya were stranded at Oregon’s Eugene Airport Friday after a nationwide FAA ground stop forced them off their Los Angeles-bound plane. The roughly four-hour disruption triggered thousands of cancellations. Withers joked about the inconvenience, while Kaluuya praised safety measures and workers. Withers is an emerging actor; Kaluuya is an Oscar winner.

Hilton CEO credits long-term employee investment for world's best workplace title

Hilton has topped the world’s best workplaces list for a second consecutive year, as CEO Chris Nassetta credits sustained investment in employees, shared purpose and consistent values—not flashy leadership—for success. Employee engagement reached 93%, and 93% of hotel leaders began in frontline roles. Nassetta sees AI as a staff tool, while stressing culture-building takes years.

Democratic Socialists of America warns Nithya Raman needs to govern like ‘true democratic socialist'

DSA’s Long Beach chapter warned Los Angeles mayor-elect Nithya Raman it could oppose her unless she advances its priorities, straining ties after her victory. It cited concerns over policing, Palestine, housing and a mansion-tax proposal, including Raman’s softened stance on retaining Police Chief Jim McDonnell. Though a DSA member, Raman’s campaign credited unions and allies for her win.

I tried these 5 blushes on my skin, and now I'm obsessed with two of them

After trying five blushes, Pixi On-the-Glow and MARS Liquid Blush Hour emerged as the writer’s favourites: Pixi offers a fresh, dewy finish and doubles as a lip tint, while MARS provides an affordable way to explore liquid blush. The remaining options span cream and powder formulas, giving everyday makeup users alternatives suited to different textures and finishes.

Rare Siberian bird travels thousands of miles to England, only to be killed by pet cat

A Siberian rubythroat apparently travelled from Siberia to Cumbria, where a domestic cat caught and killed it, ending a rare British appearance. Found November 8, the bird was identified by Cumbria’s county recorder; just 17 UK records exist, mostly on Scotland’s northern islands. Its westward migration remains unexplained, as the species normally winters in Asia.

US air travel not expected to return to normal schedules until late on Sunday: FAA head

US air travel may not return to normal until late Sunday after an FAA shutdown triggered thousands of cancellations and delays. Airlines canceled 6,400 flights and delayed 8,000 Saturday; officials traced the disruption to L3Harris router installation, which overloaded communications at 17 air-traffic centers. The episode exposed aging technology and staffing shortages, prompting calls for billions in upgrades.

My real mission is to see Tricolour on Moon by 2040: Captain Shubhanshu Shukla

India’s first ISS astronaut, Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, said he hopes to see another Indian plant the Tricolour on the Moon by 2040, and is helping prepare Gaganyaan. At Chandigarh’s Military Literature Festival, he recounted Axiom-4’s 20-day spaceflight and urged young people to pursue science; festival discussions called for stronger security planning amid growing global instability.

BJP MLA’s son makes reel inside Ujjain's Mahakal temple, action initiated against security firm

Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple committee fined its security contractor ₹5 lakh and suspended three guards after a video showed BJP legislator Golu Shukla’s son Rudraksh filming in restricted areas despite a mobile-phone ban. It also barred him from VIP and protocol access for a year after complaints that guards facilitated his visit; he may enter only as an ordinary devotee.

UK to expand jobs guarantee scheme for 18-to-24-year-olds amid rising youth unemployment

Britain will expand its government-funded jobs programme nationwide, offering more than 90,000 young people guaranteed work to tackle youth unemployment. From late November, eligible 18-to-24-year-olds on Universal Credit can get 25 paid hours weekly for six months; from April, eligibility starts after 12 months on benefits, down from 18. The move follows a 13% youth inactivity rate.

India no longer a democracy, says Rahul Gandhi at Bharat Summit in Hyderabad

Rahul Gandhi told the Bharat Summit 2026 in Hyderabad that India was “no longer a democracy,” accusing the BJP-led government of weakening institutions and alleging electoral irregularities. He cited Maharashtra’s voter-roll changes and different results, without providing detailed evidence. The BJP questioned foreign speakers, while Congress said delegates from 70 countries would discuss India’s role.

Cape Verde votes for president, with incumbent favoured to win

Cape Verdeans vote Sunday in a presidential election, with incumbent Jose Maria Neves favoured for a second term against five challengers, including Joana Rosa Amado, the country’s first woman candidate. Polls close after 10 hours, with provisional results expected overnight. The president safeguards unity as voters face costs, unemployment and transport barriers amid democratic stability.

Weekly Career & Finance Horoscope, November 16 to November 22, 2026

This week brings varied career shifts across the zodiac: Aries and Leo consider new directions, Taurus and Virgo may gain recognition, while Cancer faces fast-moving responsibilities. Other signs should prioritize planning, collaboration, skill-building and patience, maintain financial stability, and avoid impulsive choices. Each forecast pairs career advice with crystal remedies, from tarot reader and crystal healer Kishori Sud.

HT Leadership Summit 2026: Imtiaz Ali and Ananya Panday talk love, changing dynamics of cinema

At the 24th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Imtiaz Ali and Ananya Panday described Indian cinema as an exciting, unpredictable phase, with films succeeding beyond formulas. Ali urged filmmakers to trust stories and audiences’ changing tastes, discussing Partition and romance; Panday spoke about nepotism, safer sets, varied roles and enduring love. Ali’s latest Partition-themed film earned acclaim.

Scattered by war, the band that gave voice to Sudan's revolution plays again

After war scattered them across continents, Sudanese band Aswat al-Madina has reunited in Cairo to record and perform as fighting between Sudan’s army and Rapid Support Forces devastates their homeland. Their first concert since the conflict began rekindled memories among audiences. Founded in Khartoum in 2014, the group’s protest songs became an anthem of the 2018 uprising.

Katrina Kaif calls Vicky Kaushal the ‘peace to her hysteria’ as she talks about running a business

Katrina Kaif says husband Vicky Kaushal is her “peace to my hysteria,” supporting her as she balances motherhood, marriage, acting and Kay Beauty. Speaking on CNBC-TV18’s Young Turks Reloaded, she said passion means she does not count hours, though Vicky reminds her to put down her phone. They married in 2021 and welcomed their first child in 2025.

Warner raises questions about Cricket Australia's investigation into sandpapergate

David Warner has renewed claims that Cricket Australia’s 2018 Sandpapergate investigation was incomplete, saying he was never told whether bowlers Starc, Lyon and Hazlewood had been interviewed. He questioned why CA withheld evidence; the governing body said players could speak then or later, but did not confirm the interviews. Warner, Smith and Bancroft faced bans.

I bought two Amazon wall décor finds and they made my room feel prettier

Two Amazon décor finds—a 55-cm golden floral wall clock and BLUEWUD’s five-shelf white floating unit—refreshed the writer’s room, adding personality and vanity storage without furniture. The clock makes a statement above the television, while shelves display perfumes, jewellery and décor using vertical space; heed installation and weight guidance. Both suit her pink-and-purple room.

‘BJP betrayed people of India by breaking promises’: Akhilesh Yadav at HT Leadership Summit

Akhilesh Yadav said the Samajwadi Party had no image problem, accusing Uttar Pradesh’s BJP government of failing on development and law and order while relying on publicity and bulldozer action. Ahead of elections, he pitched the SP as an alternative rooted in social justice and infrastructure, citing the Agra–Lucknow expressway, 1090 helpline and NCRB figures on crime.

From cash counter to closing time, five CCTV cameras help you keep your shop under watch

Shop owners can compare CCTV cameras by coverage, image quality, night vision and smart detection, from basic wired outdoor bullets to rotating Wi-Fi indoor models; Qubo’s 4MP options offer broad views and app-based monitoring. Buyers praise clarity and features but report app, connectivity, recording and detection problems. Consider installation, storage costs, weather protection and shop layout before choosing.

SP has made up its mind on how many seats it will contest in UP elections: Akhilesh Yadav

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav said his party had settled its seat-sharing plans for Uttar Pradesh’s election, while Congress is seeking 181 of 403 seats, and predicted the INDIA alliance would defeat the BJP. At a summit, he cited youth anger over jobs and exam leaks and a PDA coalition, building on the alliance’s 2024 showing.

Real estate push: Three townships, new infrastructure on southern Lucknow’s horizon

Lucknow’s southern corridor may gain three townships—IT City, Wellness City and Saumitra Vihar—planned this month by LDA and UP Housing Board, with inauguration expected during a proposed November visit by Rajnath Singh and Yogi Adityanath. Plots are priced indicatively at Rs 2,510–5,100 per sq ft; accompanying plans include Green Corridor and flood-control works.

‘PM to address national skills convocation in Lucknow on Nov 21’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will honour 52 vocational and skill-development toppers at Lucknow’s National Skills Convocation on November 21, the first time the event is held outside Delhi. Six honourees are from Uttar Pradesh, including three CITS trainees from one Lucknow institute. Organisers expect 1,000–1,200 participants; the convocation celebrates achievement in government training schemes.

58-year-old man killed by son, daughter-in-law in Tarn Taran village

A 58-year-old man was allegedly murdered by his son and daughter-in-law in Valtoha village on Saturday, with police linking the attack to an ongoing domestic dispute. The victim, identified as Lakhwinder Singh, alias Lakha, was killed; police registered a murder case against Harpreet Singh and Jashan and sent his body for post-mortem examination. Valtoha falls under Khemkaran constituency.