Times of India

In August of 1981, a Cessna aircraft disappeared in Australia's Barrington Tops, carrying five men. Despite numerous searches and thorough investigations, both the plane and its passengers were never discovered. Reports indicated that severe turbulence and ice accumulation likely played a role in the incident. The mystery remains captivating for amateur sleuths and volunteers, while the families of the missing continue their quest for answers about their loved ones' fate.

Banks will observe several holidays throughout November for Diwali and various regional festivals across India. Closure dates vary by state, impacting customers' banking activities and access to physical branches. While ATMs and online banking services remain operational, branch-dependent transactions may require rescheduling. Customers should review the holiday schedules for their respective states to avoid inconveniences. Planning banking requirements around these holidays can help customers manage their transactions efficiently.

Amidst the rising concern over antibiotic resistance, doctors are turning to phage therapy, a novel approach that employs viruses to target and eliminate dangerous bacteria. A recent Belgian study found that over 77% of patients showed significant clinical improvement. To enhance the application of personalized bacteriophage treatments, new international guidelines have been introduced, though researchers underline the importance of further studies to comprehend the therapy's potential fully.

In a pivotal divorce ruling in Ohio, the court upheld the husband's ownership of his pre-marital property, rejecting the wife's assertions about marital contributions from their joint bank account. The trial court mandated that she pay $20,000 towards his legal expenses, reflecting on her actions throughout the proceedings. The husband's rental income was deemed adequate to maintain mortgage obligations, highlighting the relevance of asset tracking in such cases.

Delhi's Diwali pollution is influenced by both firecrackers and vehicles, which have varying impacts. Vehicle emissions contribute significantly to the city's daily PM2.5 pollution throughout the year. Fireworks, while contributing to pollution during the festive season, spike levels of harmful particles rapidly. The combination of these emissions complicates air quality situations during Diwali, especially given challenging weather conditions.

The rupee has gained strength for the second consecutive session, dipping below the 94-per-dollar mark. This positive movement can be attributed to declining crude oil prices and an uptick in foreign fund inflows. Additionally, prospects for better diplomatic ties in the Middle East have bolstered optimism in the forex market.

Sheikh Hasina has applied for a new passport and national identity card, indicating her intent to return and address the legal matters awaiting her in Bangladesh. Despite a prior ban, her Awami League party continues to enjoy robust support. Her return is likely to heighten the existing political unrest and may further complicate India-Bangladesh relations, as discussions on her extradition unfold.

In separate fire incidents during Diwali, at least 12 family members lost their lives in Madhya Pradesh. Six people died after a fire broke out at a goldsmith's house in Chhapara town. Another six, including a two-month-old infant, were killed in a fire at a crockery shop in Barhi town. The cause of both fires has not yet been determined by officials.

Sunil Gavaskar recently commented on Virat Kohli's pursuit of 100 international centuries during an ODI match. Kohli contributed significantly to India's victory but fell short of his century with a score of 74 runs. Gavaskar suggested a teammate might help Kohli reach his milestone without affecting the team's chances of winning. He emphasized that Indian cricket fans are eager to see Kohli achieve this landmark.

Team India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on Monday revealed that the management is also considering keeping Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi back for the Test camp, and head coach Gautam Gambhir will soon make the final call. Kotak and bowling coach Morne Morkel will go with the Test team, whereas Gambhir will stay back with the ODI team.

New Zealand are experiencing significant challenges regarding player injuries ahead of the third ODI against India. Lockie Ferguson is ruled out of the final two ODIs due to a calf injury he sustained previously. Blair Tickner is also unable to play immediately and must follow a stand-down protocol after being hit while batting. Kristian Clarke has been included in the squad to provide additional fast bowling options.

A Surat school student, Dheyay Shah, has won the national title at vivo Ignite 2026 for developing JALAAKAR, a machine-learning-based project that estimates groundwater availability using historical borewell records, rainfall and soil data. The innovation generates taluka-level estimates to support informed water management. The competition recognised 10 student projects addressing challenges including water conservation, online security, road safety and assistive technology, attracting over 6,100 ideas from schools across India.

The women’s singles final of the WTA 250 Chennai Open has been postponed to Monday due to delays caused by rain and fireworks smoke from Diwali celebrations. Defending champion Janice Tjen will compete against Poland's Magda Linette in this crucial match. Additionally, India's Vaishnavi Adkar and Rutuja Bhosale came in second place in the women’s doubles, setting the stage for an exciting showdown as both athletes pursue career milestones.

If India see the keeper-bat as their World Cup No. 5, the time to give him ownership of that position is now instead of using Axar Patel

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has endorsed Ilse Aigner for the upcoming presidential election in Germany. Aigner, if elected, would be the first woman to hold this position. Supported by the Christian Democratic Union and the Christian Social Union, she has backing from various political parties. She could succeed Frank-Walter Steinmeier, whose presidency ends on March 18. Aigner has previous government experience and a strong political network in Germany.

Shourya Ambure secured a bronze medal in the women's 100m hurdles at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. This marked India's first track and field medal at the current Youth Olympics edition, showcasing her talent. Ambure set a personal best of 13.59 seconds during the final, improving upon her earlier semi-final time. Her achievement contributes to India's overall medal tally, which now stands at eight.