Mumbai: Bomb threat to CSMT turns out to be hoax after security agencies launch search ops

An alleged bomb threat at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) proved a hoax Saturday, after security teams searched the station and found no explosives or suspicious objects. The 6:40 p.m. call to the Wadi Bunder control room prompted the GRP, RPF, Mumbai Police and bomb squad to inspect platforms, footbridges, parcel areas and trains.

NITI Aayog to hold workshops to document lessons from Modi’s 25 years in government

NITI Aayog will hold five workshops over a year to document lessons from Narendra Modi’s 25 years in government, converting participants’ experiences into case studies, research and teaching material for civil servants and universities. Themes include leadership, governance delivery, inclusion, civilisational identity and India’s global role. Modi led Gujarat before becoming prime minister in 2014.

6 arrested as Delhi Police busts family-run heroin trafficking network, seizes drugs worth ₹5 crore

Delhi Police busted a family-run interstate heroin network, arresting six and seizing 2.25 kg of heroin worth about Rs 5 crore, alongside cash, vehicles and phones. A September tip led to the interception of three relatives transporting drugs; alleged receivers and associates were later arrested across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. It was the ANTF station’s first FIR.

Two-storey parking facility with capacity for 100 vehicles planned near Dhari Devi Temple in U'khand

Uttarakhand identified 0.14 hectares near Maa Dhari Devi Temple in Pauri for a two-storey parking facility for about 100 vehicles, easing congestion from growing pilgrim and tourist traffic, particularly during Char Dham Yatra and festivals. GIS assessment found the highway-side site suitable, but surveys, technical approvals, agency appointment and transfer of land from the hydro project remain pending.

Delhi woman loses ₹71 lakh to 'digital arrest'; three held for providing mule accounts

Delhi Police arrested three people, including two women, in Bhopal over an alleged Rs 71 lakh “digital arrest” fraud, in which a caller posing as an IPS officer threatened a woman with custody over fabricated money-laundering claims. Investigators traced mule accounts and recovered phones bought with fraud proceeds; an e-FIR was registered October 8.

Artist Kader Attia explores dreams, memory in his curatorial vision for Kochi-Muziris Biennale 2027

Artist-curator Kader Attia says the 2027 Kochi-Muziris Biennale will explore how art can help reclaim sovereignty over dreams and memory, enabling repair amid AI’s capacity to predict and monetize human experience. His vision links imagination to colonial legacies and Kochi’s port history; the exhibition runs from December 12, 2027, to March 31, 2028.

PM Modi credits tribal welfare schemes for poverty reduction, announces ₹3,000 crore projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said nearly 50 crore people had escaped extreme poverty over 12–13 years and claimed India was free of Naxalism and Maoist terror, calling gains transformative for tribal communities. At Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas in Gadchiroli, he cited more than ₹1 lakh crore for tribal schemes supporting regions long deprived of basic services.

High pollution keeping pets indoors: Vet shares ways to keep them active at home

On polluted days, dogs and cats can stay active indoors through games that ease boredom and support health, veterinarian Dr Reshma Konaraddi advises. Use corridors, hide-and-seek, obstacle courses, cat trees, puzzle feeders and trick-training, while joining them for bonding. Keep play gentle, supervise toys, avoid exertion after meals, and consult a vet about behaviour changes.

Kolkata man kills live-in partner's two dogs after she moves out, shares videos with her

Police detained Sanjib Bhattacharya in Kolkata after he allegedly killed his live-in partner’s two dogs when she moved out, then sent her videos of the killings. Neighbours alerted officers after she saw the footage, and police arrived before he could harm a third pet. The couple lived in Jadavpur; she allegedly owed him several lakh rupees, and the investigation continues.

Delhi Police busts 'family-run' heroin cartel; six arrested, contraband worth ₹5 crore seized

Delhi Police busted a family-run interstate heroin network, arresting six and seizing 2.25 kg worth about Rs 5 crore. A tip-off led officers to intercept three relatives carrying drugs on two-wheelers; subsequent raids and arrests recovered additional heroin, cash and vehicles. It was the first case registered at the Anti-Narcotics Task Force’s new station.

Sai Pallavi got emotional when she saw Vijay's Jana Nayagan promo, OM director Rajkumar broke down

Director Rajkumar Periasamy became emotional recalling actor and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, whose final film, *Jana Nayagan*, moved him to tears when its “one last time” promo appeared. Sai Pallavi said she had never seen him cry, and he described a 2024 meeting with Vijay as special. *Jana Nayagan* grossed ₹324 crore; Periasamy’s *OM* releases November 20.

Traffic curbs, road closures in south Mumbai from Nov 16 ahead of Prince William's visit

South Mumbai faces diversions, closures and parking bans November 16–19 for Prince William and Catherine’s visit, with Monday’s restrictions reserving routes for VIP convoys and exempting emergency vehicles. N Morarji Road will close to general traffic, while pay-and-park facilities are suspended on several roads. The couple will attend the Earthshot Prize Summit and Awards Night.

Scene worldwide box office collection day 9: Suriya film overtakes Vishwanath & Sons

Suriya thanked fans for Scene’s cross-border support as the film grossed ₹227.25 crore worldwide, becoming his second-highest grosser and giving him three ₹200-crore hits in 2026, a first for a Tamil actor. It earned ₹127.20 crore net in India and ₹79.50 crore overseas, surpassing Vishwanath & Sons. Jithu Madhavan’s cop thriller marks Naslen’s Tamil debut.

Chakra Horoscope Today, November 15, 2026

November 15’s horoscopes emphasize emotional balance, self-trust, and adapting to change, with patience and healthy boundaries helping signs navigate uncertainty, disappointment, and unclear conversations. Some may revisit memories or rebuild confidence, while others find spiritual insight or meaningful relationship discoveries. Meditation, prayer, and reflection are encouraged; chakra practices, foods, and crystals offer sign-specific support throughout the day.

Nandish Singh Sandhu marries Kavita Banerjee in intimate Bengali wedding

Actor Nandish Singh Sandhu, 44, married actor Kavita Banerjee in a traditional Bengali wedding ceremony in Hooghly, West Bengal, on November 14, surrounded by loved ones. Festivities began November 13 with engagement and sangeet, followed by haldi. The ceremony followed their private 2025 roka and marks Nandish’s second marriage; he divorced Rashami Desai in 2016.

‘Alice Huang left in 2025’: Megaspeed’s first reaction on Chinese businesswoman amid Nvidia spy row

Amid reports alleging an affair involving Nvidia founder Jensen Huang and Alice Huang, Megaspeed said she left on August 30, 2025, and has no current role. The company declined to discuss her private life, rejected claims about its business and operations as unsupported by verifiable evidence, and said it retained external counsel for an investigation.

Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate aims ₹6,000-cr revenue from 900-acre housing plot project near Mumbai

Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate plans a 900-acre township near Khopoli in the Mumbai-Pune corridor, targeting Rs 6,000 crore in revenue as demand for residential plots remains strong. The health-and-wellness-themed project has approval for its first 200 acres, with completion targeted within three years. SPRE entered the plotted-home segment in Pune in late 2025 after a positive debut.

Viral 1,000 kg seal gets new legal protections in Australia as fans told to stay 30 metres away

Neil the Seal, a 1,000kg southern elephant seal and internet sensation, is covered by Tasmania’s protection order requiring people to stay 30 metres away; rules govern vehicles, dogs, boats and drones, with fines for violations. The measures safeguard Neil and public safety amid crowds. His neighbourhood visits made him famous, and protections cover the species.

US sees 40% surge in international student interest after midterm elections: Report

International students’ interest in studying in the United States jumped 40% in the week after November 3 midterm elections, signalling a possible recovery after two years of decline, Studyportals says. Democrats’ victories in both chambers may have boosted confidence, but online interest does not confirm applications or enrolments. Proposed OPT and CPT restrictions remain pending.

Hurled a bottle, said 'I hope you die': Jensen Huang's outbursts at Nvidia employees

Reports say former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang frequently berated staff, telling a senior executive he hoped he would die and allegedly throwing a water bottle at another leader. Insiders described tense, marathon meetings and public outbursts. Huang stepped down amid scrutiny over alleged affairs; CFO Colette Kress is interim CEO as Nvidia seeks a successor.

Sundar Pichai reacts to SpaceX's historic Starship catch: 'Still feels like science fiction'

SpaceX made history November 14, catching Starship’s upper stage at its launch tower after returning from orbit. On its 15th flight test, the spacecraft spent 22.5 hours aloft, completed 14 orbits and deployed 26 Starlink satellites. The catch advances SpaceX’s reusable-rocket plans, though the Super Heavy booster failed to return, preventing recovery of both stages.

BITS pilani endowment drive reaches USD 54 million in 23 months: Group VC Ramgopal Rao

BITS Pilani’s endowment crossed USD 54 million, 23 months after setting its USD 100 million target, Vice Chancellor V Ramgopal Rao said. Annual alumni giving hit a record Rs 82 crore in FY 2025–26, up 43 per cent, as over 24 donors pledged at least USD 1 million each; cumulative contributions fund research and scholarships.

IFS Sanjeev Chaturvedi moves SC seeking framework to protect whistleblowers

Sanjeev Chaturvedi has asked the Supreme Court to protect whistleblowers nationwide and issue interim guidelines, arguing the non-operational Whistleblowers Protection Act leaves them exposed to retaliation without redress. The Magsaysay-winning officer says actions demonstrate systemic persecution and chill anti-corruption disclosures. Enacted in 2014, the law remains inactive after amendments stalled and a 2015 bill lapsed.

Maharashtra extends 7% VAT on aviation turbine fuel till April 14

Maharashtra extended its 7% VAT on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) until April 14, 2027, allowing airlines to keep the lower rate five months beyond its November 14 expiry. The state cut tax from 18% in May amid rising crude prices and West Asia disruptions; fuel represents 40–50% of airline operating costs, making the extension a source of relief for carriers.

Haryana sets up district-level boards to monitor jails, includes human rights panel member

Haryana has formed Boards of Visitors for all 20 jails under Supreme Court directions, with assistant registrar Puneet Arora representing the Haryana Human Rights Commission. Chaired by each district’s principal judge, boards will inspect prisons quarterly, assessing discrimination, treatment, healthcare, sanitation, food, security, legal aid and rehabilitation, implementing the Court’s 2024 ban on caste-based discrimination.

Savannah Guthrie extends Today show contract after 15 years as Nancy Guthrie probe continues

Savannah Guthrie has extended her NBC News contract and will continue co-hosting *Today* after returning from leave in April. At NBC since 2012, she co-hosts with Craig Melvin. Her mother Nancy’s abduction remains unresolved, while a second ransom note reportedly said she died soon after being taken; the first note sought cryptocurrency for her return.

‘Somebody hit us’: Recording captures pilot's words as two planes collide at Miami airport

Two people were injured when a UPS Boeing 767 and a Copa Airlines jet collided while taxiing at Miami airport Saturday, after controllers instructed the cargo plane to yield, the FAA said. The Copa jet’s wingtip struck the UPS plane’s nose; crews were safe, and investigators are probing. The collision followed a glitch-related nationwide flight halt.

Dil Raju says Ramayana makers have not yet struck OTT deals, predicts ₹2000 crore collection

After Ramayana crossed Rs 1,000 crore worldwide, distributor Dil Raju predicted a Rs 1,800–2,000 crore total and more than Rs 100 crore in Telugu states, while revealing its makers have not sold OTT or satellite rights. He defended Sai Pallavi’s warrior Sita portrayal amid criticism. The November 5 release stars Yash as Ravana.

From Karna to Sita: The legends from the Mahabharata and Ramayana associated with Chhath Puja

Chhath Puja’s worship of Surya Dev is linked in tradition to Karna, Draupadi and Sita, whose stories reflect devotion and the Sun’s life-giving role. The four-day festival includes offerings to the setting and rising Sun; devotees observe Nahay Khay and Kharna before gathering at water bodies for evening and dawn prayers, though these associations vary among communities.

18-year-old woman found murdered inside Delhi showroom's trial room: Police

An 18-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her elder sister’s brother-in-law inside west Delhi showroom’s trial room Saturday night, police said, after staff found her body at closing time. Her throat had been slit, possibly with a sharp-edged weapon. Police are reviewing CCTV and conducting raids; investigators say the pair had disputed for three months.