Times of India

An 18-year-old medical student in Gujarat tragically died after allegedly being forced to stand for hours during a ragging incident. Fellow students claim seniors subjected their group to prolonged standing and questioning. The college and police have initiated investigations, promising disciplinary action against any seniors found culpable.

Despite a decrease in reported stubble burning instances in northwest India and Pakistan, experts are raising concerns over potential manipulation of burning timings to avoid satellite detection. This suspicion arises from unchanged aerosol levels and observations from a Korean geostationary satellite, prompting calls for further investigation using Indian satellites for continuous monitoring.

The Election Commission directed the removal of a controversial video from BJP Jharkhand's social media platforms following complaints from the Congress and JMM, who alleged it spread misinformation and aimed to incite hatred. The EC issued a notice to BJP Jharkhand seeking an explanation for the alleged Model Code of Conduct violation.

A family in Ahmedabad, India, mistakenly cremated the wrong body after identifying it as their missing relative, Brijesh Suthar. Suthar, a share broker, was believed to be deceased after going missing for several weeks. However, he reappeared shortly after his family held a funeral for the unidentified body.

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Hira Devi, an 80-year-old woman from a remote Uttarakhand village, is set to make her film debut in 'Pyre,' which premieres at the Tallinn Black Nights International Film Festival. Devi, who lives alone with her buffalo, almost missed the opportunity due to concerns about leaving her animal companion unattended.

Dehradun police are investigating a tragic accident that killed six young people after their speeding Toyota Innova crashed into a truck. CCTV footage reveals the car traveling at an estimated 150 km/hr moments before the impact. The footage also shows a red car that may have prompted the Innova to speed up.

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Indian business tycoon Harsh Goenka playfully poked fun at Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Rizwan's unclear response to a reporter's question about India's refusal to participate in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Mumbai police arrested two more individuals, Salman Vohra and Akash Deep Gill, in connection with the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique. Vohra is accused of handling the finances and transferring funds to the shooters, while Gill allegedly acted as a coordinator. Police investigations revealed that the gang received approximately Rs 8 lakh from Canada via hawala channels.

Matthew Hayden believes India's recent Test series loss to New Zealand could be beneficial. He says playing long-format cricket gives India a preparation advantage for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The series against Australia starts on November 22 in Perth. The teams will then play in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney. The final Test match will be in Sydney on January 3.

Four months after a devastating landslide in Wayanad, affected residents are yet to receive compensation from the Rs 658.42 crore collected in the CMDRF. While both the state and central governments debate over aid approvals, the lack of disbursement raises concerns about the timely allocation of relief funds, leaving many families struggling to rebuild their lives.

With Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill unavailable for the first Test against Australia, India has called up Devdutt Padikkal as batting backup. Jasprit Bumrah will captain the team in Rohit's absence. Additionally, uncapped pacer Harshit Rana may make his Test debut in Perth, having impressed during recent matches and net sessions.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, reportedly chose his son, Mojtaba, as his successor during a secret meeting of the Assembly of Experts. The decision, driven by Khamenei's declining health, was allegedly made under pressure and kept secret to avoid public backlash. Mojtaba Khamenei, known for his role in suppressing past protests, has been gradually gaining influence within the regime.

The makers of Pushpa 2: The Rule have finally unveiled the official trailer, and it has already taken the internet by storm. The trailer launch event took place in Patna earlier today, featuring a glimpse of Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, offering fans a fresh experience.

Canara Bank has accused Reliance Communications, Anil Ambani's bankrupt telecom company, of fraudulently misappropriating a Rs 1,050 crore loan. The bank alleges the funds, intended for capital expenditure and debt repayment, were misused. Reliance Communications, currently undergoing insolvency proceedings, denies any wrongdoing.

Delhi chief minister Atishi will retain all departments previously overseen by Kailash Gahlot, who resigned from both the Delhi Cabinet and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Gahlot cited dissatisfaction with the party's direction, specifically mentioning controversies like the 'Sheeshmahal' issue and a perceived shift in priorities from public service to internal political agendas.

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for labeling SP members as criminals. Yadav argued that the SP has consistently supported the police, unlike other parties. He also accused the BJP of deploying excessive police force in the Kundarki assembly constituency to intimidate voters ahead of the by-elections.

Former India opener Aakash Chopra suggests KL Rahul as a potential successor to MS Dhoni for Chennai Super Kings. With Dhoni's future uncertain, Chopra believes Rahul's experience and availability make him an ideal candidate for the captaincy role. Rahul will be a sought-after player in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction.