POLITICS
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Nov- 2025 -7 November
SC cautious not to strain India-Russia ties amid child custody dispute
The Supreme Court said it does not want to pass any order that could strain India-Russia relations while hearing a custody case involving a Russian woman who fled to Moscow with her child, directing the MEA and Delhi Police to intensify efforts New Delhi: The Supreme Court has observed that it does not want to pass any order that could hurt the India-Russia relationship, as it expressed concern over sincere efforts in tracing a Russian woman, who has fled to Moscow with her child amid a bitter custody battle with her estranged Indian husband. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi emphasised the need for proper coordination, as it pointed out to the diplomatic challenge for the Ministry of…
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7 November
Toll rises to ten in temple stampede at Kasibugga in Andhra Pradesh
Ten people, mostly women, died and several were injured in a stampede at the Venkateswara temple in Kasibugga, Srikakulam district, on Saturday. Officials said the tragedy occurred when a railing collapsed amid heavy rush on an auspicious day Kasibugga (Andhra Pradesh): As many as 10 people were killed and many others injured in a temple stampede here in Srikakulam district on Saturday, said an official. The stampede occurred at Venkateswara temple in Kasibugga town at around 11.30 am, said Kasibugga sub-division in-charge DSP Lakshman Rao. “Total 10 deaths. Seven on the spot and three while undergoing treatment,” Srikakulam District Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar told PTI, and added that most of the victims are women. Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha noted that at…
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7 November
Seven killed, two injured in temple stampede at Kasibugga in Andhra Pradesh
At least seven devotees were killed and two injured in a stampede at the Venkateswara temple in Kasibugga, Srikakulam district, on Saturday. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief and directed officials to oversee relief operations and medical aid. Kasibugga: At least seven people were killed and two others injured at a temple stampede here in Srikakulam district on Saturday, said a police official. The stampede occurred at Venkateswara temple in Kasibugga at around 11.30 am, and “Seven persons died and two others were injured,” Kasibugga sub-division in-charge DSP Lakshman Rao told PTI. Reacting to the incident, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, in a post on X said, “The stampede at Kasibugga Venkateswara temple in Srikakulam district…
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7 November
Shreyas Iyer discharged from Sydney hospital, to stay back for recovery: BCCI
India batter Shreyas Iyer, who suffered a spleen laceration during the third ODI against Australia, has been discharged from a Sydney hospital and is recovering well. The BCCI said he will remain in Sydney for follow-up care before returning to India. New Delhi: India batter Shreyas Iyer, who sustained a blunt injury to his abdomen while fielding during the third ODI against Australia on October 25, is stable now and has been discharged from the hospital in Sydney on Saturday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said. Iyer’s awkward fall while taking a catch during Australia’s innings resulted in a laceration of his spleen with internal bleeding. The injury was promptly identified, and the bleeding was immediately arrested…
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7 November
Delhi’s air quality remains ‘poor’; AQI rises to 251
Delhi’s air quality stayed in the ‘poor’ category on Saturday, with the overall AQI climbing to 251 from 218 a day earlier, CPCB data showed. Wazirpur recorded the highest AQI at 333 as pollution levels continued to worsen. New Delhi: Delhi’s air quality remained in the ‘poor’ category on Saturday, with the overall AQI rising slightly to 251 from 218 the day before, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed. The Air Quality Index (AQI) at eight stations was recorded in the ‘very poor’ category, while it was ‘poor’ at others. Wazirpur recorded the highest AQI reading of 333, according to the CPCB’s Sameer app. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered ‘good’, 51 to 100 ‘satisfactory’, 101 to 200…
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7 November
Pennsylvania reelects Supreme Court justices, extending Democratic majority on its highest court
Pennsylvania voters re-elected Supreme Court Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty, and David Wecht, preserving the court’s 5-2 Democratic majority. Their retention secures Democratic influence over key issues including voting rights, abortion, redistricting, and election laws ahead of upcoming state and national contests Harrisburg: All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court — one at the centre of pivotal fights over voting rights, redistricting and elections. The result shapes the makeup of the seven-member court through the next presidential election in 2028. The three justices had been elected as Democrats, and voters were deciding whether to extend the court’s Democratic majority.…
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7 November
Zohran Mamdani wins New York City Mayoral election, defeats Trump’s favourite Andrew Cuomo
Democrat Zohran Mamdani has made history as New York City’s first Muslim mayor after defeating Andrew Cuomo in a high-profile race. His progressive win marks a shift in US urban politics and drew criticism from Donald Trump on the campaign’s eve. New Delhi: Zohran Mamdani, Democrat candidate on Wednesday has secured a historic victory in New York City’s mayoral race, defeating independent candidate Andrew Cuomo in one of the most closely followed elections of the year. With this win, Mamdani becomes the city’s first Muslim mayor and one of the most prominent progressive figures to lead America’s largest metropolis. Socialist Zohran Mamdani to take charge as New York City Mayor on Jan 1, 2026. In his first X post after his…
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7 November
At least 3 dead, 11 injured in UPS plane crash in Kentucky; toll likely to rise: Governor
A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded while taking off from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport, killing at least three people and injuring 11. Kentucky’s governor said the toll is expected to rise amid a massive emergency response. Louisville: A large UPS cargo plane with three people aboard crashed and exploded on Tuesday while taking off from an airport in Louisville, Kentucky, leaving at least three people dead and 11 injured. Those numbers are expected to grow, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said. The plane crashed about 5:15 pm (local time) as it was departing for Honolulu from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said. Video showed flames on the plane’s left wing and a trail of smoke. The…
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7 November
Trump feels ‘very positive’, ‘strongly’ about future of India-US ties: White House
US President Donald Trump feels “very positive and strongly” about the future of India-US ties, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, noting his recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Diwali celebration at the Oval Office. New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump feels “very positive and strongly” about the future of India-US relationship, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has said. “I think he feels very positive and strongly about it. As you know, he recently, a few weeks back, spoke to Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) directly when he celebrated Diwali in the Oval Office with many high-ranking Indian-American officials at the White House,” Leavitt said on Tuesday during a press briefing in response to a question about…
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7 November
ChatGPT Go’s free rollout in India hits UPI glitch amid surge in demand
ChatGPT Go’s 12-month free access offer in India drew huge interest, but users faced payment failures and UPI verification errors during activation. OpenAI said heavy traffic briefly overloaded its systems, causing temporary disruptions in UPI transactions New Delhi: ChatGPT Go’s 12-month free access rollout in India on Tuesday witnessed significant user interest, but many reported difficulties activating the offer using their UPI credentials. OpenAI introduced a 12-month, no-cost ChatGPT Go plan for Indian users, beginning November 4, 2025, as part of a limited-time promotion. However, several users took to X (formerly Twitter) to complain about unsuccessful activation attempts. Common grievances include repeated approvals of a Re 1 UPI debit without activation, applications getting stuck on the payment screen, and ongoing errors relating…
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