Times of India

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has relocated to a military base due to death threats from Iran. He believes these threats indicate that America's economic pressure on Tehran is effective. Bessent discussed his concerns during an interview, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Additionally, he accused a newspaper of endangering his security by revealing his home location. This ongoing pressure from the US aims to alter Iran's aggressive military behavior.

The World Bank currently defines the international extreme poverty line at $3.00 per person per day in 2021 purchasing power parity (PPP) terms. According to the World Poverty Clock, extreme poverty may be considered eliminated when the poverty headcount ratio falls below 3%. With the World Bank estimating India’s extreme poverty rate at about 2% in 2024, India can, on this measure, be considered to have crossed that threshold.

An Abu Dhabi court has sentenced eight people to six months in prison, fined them AED 300,000 each and ordered their deportation following the brawl involving Usman Nurmagomedov’s entourage and Merab Dvalishvili. Dvalishvili and a friend were fined AED 50,000 each but avoided jail time. The ruling comes as questions remain over Nurmagomedov’s future and potential UFC move.

A quarrel over an unpaid bill at a local Chinese restaurant spiraled into violence between two rival factions from Ashok Nagar and Anand Nagar. This confrontation led to the vandalism of vehicles and the assault and robbery of a young man amid the turmoil. As retaliation unfolded, one group brutally attacked another youth, capturing the incident on video and sharing it online.

A 170-member Indian military contingent is heading to Sri Lanka for the Mitra Shakti 2026 exercise. This exercise will take place from November 13 to 26 at the Army Training School in Maduru Oya. It involves troops primarily from the Rajputana Rifles and aims to improve joint counter-terrorism operations. Participating forces will engage in joint planning and tactical drills in semi-urban environments.

Air India and Air India Express have announced an extension of their flight suspensions to Riyadh and Dammam until November 30, with Jeddah flights suspended until November 21. This decision, impacting also IndiGo and Akasa Air, arises from the increased instability in the region due to threats from Yemen's Houthi militia. Affected passengers may reschedule or obtain refunds for their bookings.

Saqib Khan made quite a splash in his Test debut for Pakistan, clinching seven wickets. Despite his impressive feat, Sri Lanka edged ahead in the first innings by a slender margin of 12 runs. Meanwhile, Saud Shakeel's solid 97 runs in Pakistan's second innings provided much-needed stability. However, rain and poor visibility thwarted the match's progress, resulting in a draw.

Usman Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has publicly apologised to Abu Dhabi and its leadership following the violent confrontation involving members of the Russian fighter’s camp and Merab Dvalishvili. Calling the incident embarrassing and unacceptable, Abdelaziz admitted the fallout could affect Usman, Khabib and their wider team, as 10 people remain arrested following the brawl.

Donald Trump has stated that the continuation of Iran's ruling regime would signify a failure during his presidency. He urges Iranians to rise against their government, assuring them of his support. In alignment, Israel perceives Iran's leadership as a dire threat, advocating for its removal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vocally endorsed efforts to overthrow the Iranian government, linking this to broader regional stability.

Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes’ foundation organised a rally to bring in changes in over 300 students' lives.

At the 2026 ISSF World Championship in Doha, India marked a remarkable achievement, clinching a total of 13 medals. The nation's impressive haul consisted of two golds, seven silvers, and four bronzes across different events. Additionally, India secured three Olympic quota spots for the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, showcasing strong individual performances in both men's and women's competitions.

With Ajinkya Rahane retiring from the IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders are on the hunt for a new captain. Aakash Chopra has thrown Rinku Singh's name into the mix for potential leadership in IPL 2027. As the retention deadline approaches alongside the auction on November 17, KKR is contemplating letting go of costly foreign players to realign their budget.