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AAP files a plea in Delhi High Court seeking a residence for Arvind Kejriwal, the party's national convener, arguing that guidelines entitle national party presidents to accommodation in Delhi. This follows Kejriwal vacating his CM bungalow and moving into an MP's official residence.

Afghanistan A triumphed over India A by 20 runs in an Emerging Teams Asia Cup T20 semi-final. Despite Ramandeep Singh's fighting half-century, India A fell short, ending at 186/7. Sediqullah Atal and Zubaid Akbari starred for Afghanistan, posting a strong 206/4. Afghanistan A face Sri Lanka A in the final on Sunday.

Germany increases annual visas for skilled Indian workers from 20,000 to 90,000, enhancing bilateral ties. Chancellor Scholz and PM Modi focus on economic growth, defence, and clean energy collaboration. A new green hydrogen roadmap and streamlined visa process are also introduced, marking deeper cooperation.

Schools in Bhilangana block, Uttarakhand, will remain closed indefinitely following fatal leopard attacks, resulting in four student deaths over the past four months. Efforts involving shooters, drones, and awareness teams are underway to locate the leopard, causing heightened security and precautionary measures in affected areas.

A couple from Udham Singh Nagar, posing as journalists, were arrested for extorting Rs 2.5 lakh from a retired teacher by threatening to release explicit videos. They drugged the victim and filmed him to blackmail him. The couple admitted to similar past crimes and are facing charges of extortion and blackmail.

Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested 19-year-old Annu Dhankar, associate of gangster Himanshu Bhau, near the Nepal border. Dhankar was wanted for her role in the June 18 murder of Aman Joon in Rajouri Garden, southwest Delhi. She had been hiding since the incident but was tracked and caught. Further proceedings are underway.

With just 11 days left in the US election, the Democrats face a tight race despite initially appearing more secure. The gamble of replacing Joe Biden with Kamala Harris has led to a "dead heat" in the polls, with Harris struggling to win public approval. Despite significant campaign spending, poll leads have narrowed, and Republicans have gained traction on key issues like immigration. Additionally, traditional Democratic support among Muslim-Americans and Hispanic men has waned, with Trump gaining unexpected backing. The Democrats’ uphill battle is complicated by lingering voter scepticism and the challenge of overcoming the Republican edge in swing states.

Maurizio Cattelan's provocative art piece 'Comedian', a banana duct-taped to a wall, will be auctioned by Sotheby's in New York City. The buyer receives a certificate of authenticity and instructions, not the original banana. The artwork, which evoked intense debates since its 2019 debut, could fetch $1.5 million.

India's 18-member Test squad for the series against Australia, starting November 22, is led by Rohit Sharma. Notable absences include Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav, while reserves Mukesh Kumar, Navdeep Saini, and Khaleel Ahmed are named. The series will feature five Test matches.

​Earlier it was reported that the paper was dragging its feet on the decision as owner Jeff Bezos is not willing to endorse Kamala Harris alienating Donald Trump. The decision to not endorse anyone confirms the dithering. A New York Post report earlier said that the editorial board of the Washington Post wrote its endorsement of Kamala Harris but received no approval from Bezos or Will Lewis to publish it.

Glenn Maxwell disclosed details of team infighting with mentor Virender Sehwag during his time at Kings XI Punjab in the IPL. Maxwell discussed the deteriorating relationship and power struggles that impacted team decisions and performance. This friction ultimately led to a strained relationship and his departure from the team.

WWE is reportedly planning high-profile bouts for Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 14, featuring Cody Rhodes versus Kevin Owens and Gunther versus Damian Priest. These anticipated matchups are creating excitement among fans, though they remain unconfirmed. The potential showdowns could mark significant moments for Rhodes and Priest, adding intrigue for WWE's future events.

Joe Rogan Podcast: Donald Trump is set to record an interview with Joe Rogan in Austin today though the episode's release date is unknown. Joe Rogan in 2022 called Donald Trump a threat to democracy, endorsed RFK Jr's candidacy for the presidential race over Donald Trump when Kennedy Jr was still an independent candidate, and also praised Kamala Harris' debate performance.

Two girls from Victory Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai were hospitalised after a suspected chemical gas leak. Approximately 30 students fainted and 40 experienced eye irritation. The source of the leak remains unknown, prompting officials to investigate whether it originated from the school's lab, nearby industrial plants, or another source.

In Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, a newly married woman was gang-raped by eight men while on a picnic with her husband. The attackers filmed the assault and threatened the couple. Police have arrested seven suspects and are seeking one at large. The incident has sparked political outrage, with calls for improved law and order.

A Varanasi court denied the Hindu side's request for a fresh ASI survey of the Gyanvapi premises. Advocate Rastogi plans to appeal in the high court within 30 days, arguing that the initial survey did not meet court-specified requirements, particularly regarding team composition and survey areas.

The Samajwadi Party, part of the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) bloc, has threatened to field 25 to 30 Independent candidates in Maharashtra's assembly elections if the Maha Vikas Aghadi does not endorse its five announced candidates. SP leader Abu Azmi criticized the MVA's delay in finalizing seat-sharing arrangements.

Ukraine's bid to blacklist Russia over high-risk money laundering was rejected by India, China, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa during the FATF discussions in Paris. Brazil also opposed the proposal, which led to a delay for further evidence gathering. Russia's FATF membership remains suspended.