Rajinikanth attended the finale of IFFI 56, where his film 'Lal Salaam', directed by his daughter Aishwarya, was screened. The megastar was greeted warmly by fans, while the festival is set to honour him for completing 50 years in cinema. Aishwarya expressed pride as the film premiered before an international audience.

Shweta Tripathi will star in and produce 'Nava', her first horror film, set in the Sundarbans. Directed by Anshul Chauhan, the story follows a woman drawn into a haunting mystery involving river gods and family secrets. Tripathi launches her banner, Bandarful Films, with the project, marking her second major production venture.

A private school teacher in Bhaluwahi village, Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, was caught on camera slapping young students while shouting, “Saari zimmedari kya meri hai? Padhna nahi hai…” The video went viral, sparking outrage. Parents and locals demand strict action. Police have been informed, and an inquiry is underway to verify the authenticity of the footage.

NEHU hosted the IIC Regional Meet 2025, drawing over 500 participants from across the Northeast. Organised by MIC and AICTE, the day-long event featured keynote sessions, masterclasses, mentoring, pitching and the “Swadesh Udyami Bazaar.” Speakers urged stronger regional innovation ecosystems as the meet ended with awards and feedback sessions.

Spot silver climbed to about $54.30 per ounce on Friday, nearing its record high of $54.50 as rising rate-cut expectations fueled demand. The metal is set for its biggest weekly gain since late May and remains above its 50-day moving average despite recent pullbacks. ING noted China silver inventories have fallen to decade-low levels, signaling potential supply pressure.

Researchers have developed a smart bacterial pore that changes shape to detect different molecules. Using a protein called CymA, they chemically 'stapled' an internal loop to create a precise filter for small targets. Unstapling the loop allowed detection of larger sugars. This dynamic, tunable sensor enhances nanopore technology for future diagnostic devices.

Cases of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are rising amid worsening air pollution levels across the country. It is a condition caused by damage to the airways or other parts of the lung. This damage leads to inflammation, hampering one’s ability to carry out day-to-day activities with ease. Its symptoms include wheezing, chest tightness, breathing difficulties, and chronic cough.

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said India's tourism sector is poised to grow over 20% annually, driven by a rising middle class, strong economic growth and major infrastructure upgrades. He said the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad will further boost tourism, urging bold private investment to elevate India's global tourism potential.

After a TMC delegation met CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Delhi and alleged that more than 30 Booth Level Officers had died due to Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, CEC appointed a special roll observer for West Bengal, as per reports. ECI told TMC delegation not to threaten BLOs regarding dead, shifted and duplicate voters, reports added.

A paan shop in Pune's Viman Nagar was violently vandalised by a koyta-wielding gang after the shopkeeper refused to give free cigarettes. CCTV footage shows the youths smashing glass and shelves during the late-night attack. Residents say the incident mirrors rising 'Koyta Gang' violence across Pune. Police have not issued a statement yet, heightening safety concerns.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has invited DK Shivakumar for a breakfast meeting at 9 am on November 29 amid speculation over a leadership change. Shivakumar's Delhi trip was abruptly cancelled, raising political curiosity. Meanwhile, DK Shivakumar’s brother and Bengaluru Rural MP, DK Suresh, is already in Delhi. The meeting is closely watched for potential unity signals or a joint press briefing.

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma announced a ₹145-cr Hilton–Park five-star hotel and a full green-mobility shift as Tura prepares to host National Games 2027 events. The govt will subsidise homestays to create 350 rooms, push electric autos and buses, develop parks and open spaces, and set up rehab centres and safety measures under the Tura beautification drive.

Bengaluru’s Madanayakanahalli police cracked a shocking Gangondanahalli murder in which Basavaraju, 28, was killed by his wife Sharanamma and her lover Veerabhadra, aided by an accomplice, to hide their affair. The trio burned the body to erase evidence, but CCTV, technical data, and intelligence led police to arrest all three, who now face legal action.

A team of Palestinian teens from the West Bank travelled 24 hours to compete at the World Robot Olympiad in Singapore, showcasing their AI-powered "Agribot" designed to help farmers boost crop yields. Despite not winning a medal, the students said they wanted to highlight Palestinian innovation beyond the conflict. Their project measures soil health using sensors to support modern farming.

Economists cautioned that India's stronger-than-expected 8.2% GDP growth may not sustain, with US tariffs posing a major risk ahead. Emkay Global's Madhavi Arora said growth exceeded forecasts due to easing measures and steady exports, while ICRA's Aditi Nayar warned of an adverse base and limited government spending. The IMF also cut next year's forecast, citing prolonged tariff pressure.

RBI has repealed 9,445 circulars and consolidated rules into 244 Master Directions across 11 types of regulated entities to ease regulatory framework. Of the total repealed circulars, around 3,800 were consolidated into master circulars, while the rest were withdrawn for being obsolete. The process included all regulations issued over several decades since 1940, RBI Deputy Governor SC Murmu said.

A man in UP’s Bahraich got trapped inside a cage set up by the forest department to catch a leopard after he entered the cage to steal the goat used as bait. When he couldn't open the door after trying for several minutes, he called acquaintances for help. Villagers rushed to spot and alerted forest department, who unlocked the cage.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai said quantum computing is currently where maybe AI was five years ago. "So, I think in five years from now we'll be going through a very exciting phase in quantum, and we're investing with a view towards that," he added. He further stated that Google has "state-of-the-art quantum computing efforts in the world".

A group of banks is in talks to lend another $38 billion for Oracle and data centre builder Vantage to fund further sites for OpenAI, reported Financial Times on Friday. Companies supplying data centres, chips, and compute processing power to OpenAI have already taken on approximately $96 billion in debt to fund their operations, as per FT's analysis.

Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said vibe coding is making coding "much more enjoyable". "Things are getting more approachable, it's getting exciting again, and the amazing thing is, it's only going to get better," he added. Vibe coding is a software development approach where an AI generates code from natural language prompts.

After India's GDP was estimated to grow by 8.2% in the second quarter of FY26, the BJP has hit back at Rahul Gandhi over his 'dead economy' remark. "Where are those who said the Economy is Dead? Their political careers are dead!" BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said. Notably, US President Donald Trump had also called the Indian economy dead.

Hot-air balloon rides will open to the public at DDA's Asita Park near Delhi's ITO area from Saturday, November 29. The ticket price is approximately ₹3,000 per person (excluding taxes) for less than 20 minutes, and the basket will accommodate up to four passengers. These are tethered flights, and the balloon ascends to a fixed height of around 120 feet.

Indian nationals were among 5 who died in a tragic fire incident in Canada's Brampton, stated Consulate General of India in Toronto. Three women and a young toddler died in the fire. Additionally, a pregnant woman who jumped out a window to escape fire survived with injuries, but her unborn child did not. Cause of fire hasn't been determined yet.

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said India's full-year economic growth could reach 7% or even higher. "The confluence of stable inflation, sustained public capex, and reform momentum positions the economy to navigate risks," he stated. His remarks come after the real GDP grew by an estimated 8.2% in the July-September quarter.

Delhi is all set to build a 53 km green corridor along the Yamuna River. The project aims to promote cycling and walking. It will reduce pollution, ease traffic and give residents a new public space to spend time outdoors. The track stretches from Wazirabad Barrage to NH-24 and Kalindi Kunj Biodiversity Park.