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DU college student suspended for 'luring' women to Ahmedabad concert; ABVP-NSUI spar

DU college student suspended for 'luring' women to Ahmedabad concert; ABVP-NSUI spar

Delhi University’s Ramanujan College suspended a fifth-semester Hindi honours student until February 1, 2027, after investigating allegations he offered female students incentives to attend a Diljit Dosanjh concert in Ahmedabad. He may sit exams but is barred from regular activities. ABVP alleged NSUI links; NSUI said it had already suspended him, denied affiliation and sought a fair inquiry.

Mckenna Grace wears a Katniss Everdeen-inspired look.

Mckenna Grace channels another Katniss Everdeen look for Sunrise on the Reaping press tour

Mckenna Grace continued her Hunger Games method-dressing streak at an LA screening, recreating Katniss Everdeen’s Capitol gown in a custom black Elisabetta Franchi dress. Burgundy feathers, a plunging neckline, fang detailing and sheer skirt echoed the original, while lace, tassels and a slit personalized it. Grace plays Maysilee Donner in Sunrise on the Reaping, due November 20.

US Senator Kevin Cramer has called for Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to step down.

Republican senator says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang ‘has got to go’ amid probe

Republican Senator Kevin Cramer urged Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to resign, warning that his alleged relationship with a Chinese businesswoman suspected of spying for Beijing creates an unacceptable extortion risk. Nvidia directors appointed former federal prosecutor Joon H. Kim to lead an independent investigation after Huang acknowledged an affair. The controversy stems from reports that China’s intelligence service targeted him.

Complaint filed against Minister Priyank Kharge for linking RSS to cartridge seizure case

Complaint filed against Minister Priyank Kharge for linking RSS to cartridge seizure case

A complaint has been filed against Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge, accusing him of spreading false information and disturbing social harmony by allegedly linking the RSS to a seizure of 44,250 live cartridges in Bihar and Haryana. Filed Tuesday at Banashankari police station, it seeks an FIR under cited criminal-law provisions; police say none has been registered so far.

A residential building burns after it was damaged by a Russian military strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in the frontline city of Sloviansk, Ukraine, in this handout picture released November 10, 2026.   Press service of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Donetsk region/Handout via REUTERS ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. DO NOT OBSCURE LOGO.

Our analysis of the leaked Russian death toll in Ukraine

Leaked Russian government records, unverified but consistent with outside estimates, suggest about 504,000 Russian soldiers had died in Ukraine by August 28, underscoring the war’s toll and offering little sign the Kremlin will change course. Rosstat’s database recorded 450,100 deaths, though processing delays leave losses uncounted; hackers Silent Crow and Cyber Partisans released the files.

BJP national spokesperson CR Kesavan criticised the memoir, suggesting it could have been titled “Whitewashing”.

BJP leader Phoolka questions Sonia Gandhi’s account of 1984 anti-Sikh riots in memoir

BJP attacked Sonia Gandhi’s memoir, “Belonging: A Journey of Love,” alleging it absolves the Gandhi family over the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Lawyer HS Phoolka challenged its account of army deployment, citing a commission’s finding that troops were available in Delhi; BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan called it “whitewashing,” while Congress accused BJP of reopening wounds before elections.

7 arrested over irregularities in NIOS exam in Assam's Tinsukia

7 arrested over irregularities in NIOS exam in Assam's Tinsukia

Seven people, including a school principal, were arrested in Assam’s Tinsukia district for allegedly facilitating cheating during National Institute of Open Schooling examinations for money, police said. Candidates reportedly paid Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 for help and permission to use unfair means. A police raid uncovered the alleged malpractice; investigators are probing its extent.

Winter lip care meets colour

Winter lip care meets colour: 7 tinted lip balms to keep your lips soft and pretty

Tinted lip balms ease winter dryness while adding colour, offering an alternative to lipstick for chapped lips. Choices include WishCare and Deconstruct with SPF 50, RENEE with SPF 30, and Vaseline, Mamaearth, Swiss Beauty and vegan Plum. Look for butters, oils or ceramides, and choose a shade and SPF to suit your needs. Cold, dry winter air makes lip care essential.

US House blocks bid to impeach defence secretary Pete Hegseth; Maatrubhumi trailer out: Salman Khan heads to the battlefield

HT morning brief Nov 11: Hegseth survives impeachment bid; vessel carrying 6 Indians hit in Gulf

Republicans blocked a House vote to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, sending the articles to the Judiciary Committee. A Liberia-flagged tanker carrying six Indians was struck in the Persian Gulf, injuring four crew members, including one Indian. CPCB excluded readings above 1,000 μg/m³ from AQI calculations; IBM will end visa sponsorship for some roles, while Salman Khan’s *Maatrubhumi* trailer depicts conflict and peace.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has led an aggressive economic pressure campaign against Iran.

US treasury chief Scott Bessent relocated to military base amid Iranian threats: Report

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and his family have moved from their Washington home to a military base after US officials assessed Iranian threats against him had advanced, the Treasury Department confirmed. Bessent says he will not be deterred from leading sanctions and trade restrictions against Tehran; several Trump officials have relocated amid threats and tensions.

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Lessons from a miserable month for hedge funds

Hedge funds suffered their worst month since the pandemic began in October, as fading AI enthusiasm, political shocks and credit turmoil drove a 1.7% decline and heavy selling. Multi-strategy funds, constrained by loss limits and exposed to AI-linked assets, face questions over whether diversified trading can cushion shocks—a model intended to deliver steadier returns.

Mumbai Police responded to an X post made by Vir Das regarding firecracker use.

Mumbai Police responds to Vir Das flagging bursting of firecrackers outside Jogger's Park

Vir Das questioned Mumbai residents continuing to burst firecrackers in public spaces despite a High Court prohibition, and Mumbai Police referred his complaint about crackers near Joggers Park to Bandra Police Station. He mocked enforcement after the BMC banned rockets and aerial fireworks until November 25, following fire incidents; officials warned of pollution and health risks.

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Inside America’s first new submarine base abroad for 53 years

Stirling is preparing to host four rotating US nuclear-powered submarines, a major shift in American Indo-Pacific forces and AUKUS’s first major milestone. Australia is investing billions in infrastructure and training crews, while relocating local seahorses. The 2021 pact promises Australian Virginia-class boats and a jointly designed submarine, but strained US and British shipyards threaten delivery.

Taking the gravity of the matter, a case for abduction and gangrape was registered with Tilouthu police station.

Rohtas girl kidnapped, gang-raped in Bihar's Aurangabad; auto-rickshaw driver among three arrested

Three men were arrested after allegedly abducting and gang-raping a 19-year-old woman in Bihar, with police recovering the autorickshaw within five hours. The woman was travelling from Banjari to Tilouthu when the driver and two passengers took her to Barun, Aurangabad, where she was assaulted. She raised an alarm from a secluded place; investigation continues.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Hegseth Survives Impeachment Effort in House

The House voted 211-204 Tuesday to return articles seeking Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s impeachment to committee, blocking the effort for now; Democrats may revive it in January. Charges allege unlawful Iran and Venezuela operations, civilian deaths and retaliation against Sen. Mark Kelly. Hegseth called them policy disputes; Trump praised his defense. Earlier Trump and Mayorkas impeachments failed.

Police are present at the site of the North Hollywood crash, Image for representational purposes.

At least three killed as vehicle strikes pedestrians in North Hollywood

Three people were killed and three others critically injured when an SUV struck pedestrians near a Metro entrance in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, around 6 p.m. November 10, authorities said. The Fire Department said the injured were taken to local hospitals. Police have not disclosed what caused the crash; circumstances remain unknown at this stage.

SEC headquarters in Washington, D.C.

SEC Enforcement Penalties Fall to 18-Year Low

The SEC obtained $1.1 billion in penalties in the fiscal year ending September, its lowest total in nearly two decades, as enforcement actions fell to 348—almost half the prior decade’s annual average—under President Trump’s deregulatory agenda. Chairman Paul Atkins says financial remedies alone do not measure the agency’s work, while Democrats promise scrutiny; under Biden, penalties averaged $5.8 billion annually.

Cranbury, N.J., Town Hall.

The $26 Million Cyberheist Rocking a Small New Jersey Town

Cranbury lost $26 million to cybercriminals after officials wired funds using fraudulent instructions, prompting outrage over delayed disclosure. Police say $17.3 million was recovered, nearly $9 million remains missing, and insurance is uncertain. Residents questioned leaders and election timing; officials cited an ongoing probe. The theft followed land disputes and exposed weaknesses in town oversight.

The site of President Trump's proposed arch.

Kennedy Family Joins Effort to Block Construction of Trump’s Arch

Nine Kennedy members have joined efforts to block President Trump’s 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington Cemetery, arguing it would shadow relatives’ graves and obstruct the sightline from John F. Kennedy’s eternal flame. Their filing follows a judge’s temporary construction halt amid disputes over whether Trump needs congressional approval. The arch would mark America’s 250th anniversary.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced an impeachment motion for US military actions in the Middle East and Latin America.

Eleven Democrats, seven Republicans did not vote in motion to impeach Pete Hegseth

House Republicans blocked Massie’s impeachment motion against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: 211 opposed consideration, 204 supported it, and 18 members missed the vote, including 11 Democrats and seven Republicans. Massie was the lone Republican in favor. Referred to the Judiciary Committee, the measure is expected to languish amid scrutiny of Hegseth’s military actions and leadership.

Russian leader Vladimir Putin and President Trump

Trump’s Plan to Import Russian Diesel Stalls on the High Seas

President Trump’s Russian-diesel import plan has stalled, with tankers diverting to South America or Egypt after buyers balked at legal, sanctions-compliance and reputational risks. No Russian diesel has entered the country since 2022, despite a Treasury waiver and prices reaching $6.16 a gallon. Russia resumed exports after Ukrainian refinery strikes, but analysts say volumes remain limited.

Career & Finance Horoscope

Career & Finance Horoscope for November 11, 2026

Career and financial forecasts for zodiac signs emphasize planning, disciplined choices and steady effort, advising readers to avoid rushed commitments, risks and overwhelming workloads. Aries should prioritize and delegate, while Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius may advance through expertise, determination or leadership; Pisces should compare options before deciding. Each sign receives career tips and crystal guidance.

COP31 President Murat Kurum poses with former COP presidents Alok Sharma of COP26,

At COP31, India urges developed nations to honour Paris Agreement finance commitments

India urged developed nations at COP31 in Antalya to meet Paris Agreement finance obligations, saying public funding must anchor support for developing countries and strengthen adaptation. Secretary Narendra Bhooshan cited Article 9.1 and equity; India seeks predictable concessional finance, technology access and a Climate Finance Work Programme, amid efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

Passenger train derails at Digaru railway station in Assam's Kamrup

Passenger train derails at Digaru railway station in Assam's Kamrup

Six coaches of the Kolkata–Sairang Express derailed at Digaru railway station in Assam’s Kamrup (Metro) district around 6:54 a.m. Wednesday, Northeast Frontier Railway spokesperson Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said, adding that no casualties had been reported so far. Senior railway officials rushed to the site, while further details about the derailment and its impact remained awaited.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Taipei, June 2.

China’s Jensen Huang Caper

China’s alleged connection to Nvidia chief Jensen Huang may be less about stealing information than sowing confusion, the article argues, as politicians turn the relationship into a spectacle. Rather than panic over a hypothetical “AI Chernobyl,” Washington should pursue pragmatic safeguards and arms-control talks, while recognizing that AI misuse and Chinese intentions remain uncertain.

A Salvadoran Army soldier stands guard at their encampment in the Tabarre neighborhood after their arrival in Port-au-Prince,Haiti, on October 31,2026. Over 2,000 troops have flown in from El Salvador to Haiti in little over a week, effectively doubling the contingent of foreign soldiers operating in the Caribbean island nation. President Nayib Bukele ordered the rapid deployment after four Salvadoran personnel, who were operating in Haiti as part of a UN-backed anti-gang force, went missing in an ambush attack on October 18. (Photo by Clarens SIFFROY / AFP)

El Salvador’s president thinks he can eliminate Haiti’s gangs

El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele has sent 2,000 troops to Haiti, ostensibly to rescue missing aviation technicians, in a deployment outside the UN-backed mission, raising questions about authorization, funding and command. Haiti approved it, but terms remain secret; experts warn it could disrupt coordination and cause civilian casualties. Bukele’s approach faces a harsher, gang-governed landscape.

UNSPLASH

Europe has been living beyond its means. Now the bills are due

Europe’s generous welfare states are colliding with unaffordable spending, rising prices and fractured politics, fueling protests as debt and borrowing costs climb. France is the sharpest case: its weakened government faces opposition to €43bn in savings, including pension and pay freezes, while Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands struggle to agree on reforms. Decades of protections now demand difficult choices.

Barenboim orchestra spreads 'message of peace' in Berlin

Barenboim orchestra spreads 'message of peace' in Berlin

Decades after Barenboim and Edward Said founded the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, its Israeli, Palestinian and Arab musicians continue using classical music to foster dialogue despite tensions since the October 7 attacks and Gaza war. Members say touring and performing together build empathy and humanity; a Berlin festival will bring the mission to even wider audiences.

The wreckage of a damaged bus at the scene after it crashed into about 10 vehicles, in Seongnam, South Korea, November 11, 2026.

At least 57 injured in South Korea's Seongnam after bus crashes into 32 vehicles

A commuter bus struck 32 vehicles stopped at a traffic light during Wednesday’s morning rush hour in Seongnam, south of Seoul, injuring at least 57 people, including nine seriously, though none faced life-threatening injuries, fire officials said. The bus hit a median, and police questioned the driver, who tested negative for alcohol and reported brake failure.

One Indian national is among four crew members injured in the attack, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said.

Vessel carrying 6 Indians hit in Persian Gulf, closely monitoring situation: Govt

A Liberia-flagged tanker carrying six Indian seafarers was hit by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf, injuring four crew members, India’s government said Wednesday. One injured person is Indian, while the other five Indian seafarers aboard are safe. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the remaining 18 crew members were also safe and accounted for.