A viral video allegedly showing a Bangladeshi man harassing Indian schoolgirls near the Hakimpur border in West Bengal has triggered widespread outrage. Locals questioned how such an incident occurred in a high-surveillance zone and demanded stronger border vigilance. Authorities, including the BSF, have not confirmed the clip's authenticity.

Author Stephen Witt told CNBC that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reminds him of Thomas Edison, citing his engineer-driven, inventor mindset in building products. Witt added that Huang even felt stressed when Nvidia briefly became the world’s most valuable company in 2024. Nvidia shares edged up 0.4% pre-market, while retail sentiment remained bearish.

Gold prices could explode 15% to 30% in 2026, according to a World Gold Council report. The combination of falling yields, elevated geopolitical stress and a pronounced flight-to-safety would create exceptionally strong tailwinds for gold, supporting a sharp move higher, the report said. Gold has experienced a remarkable 2025, achieving over 50 all-time highs and returning over 60%, it added.

A CCTV video from Patiala, Punjab, shows a 7-year-old struck by a speeding motorbike seconds after stepping off a school bus. The bus blocked the child's view of oncoming traffic, and the road lacked safety measures. The incident has gone viral, sparking outrage and renewed calls for stricter road safety near school bus stops.

On December 7, 2025, Mumbai will host Chhau Porbo-2 at Ravindra Natya Mandir, showcasing the vibrant Purulia Chhau dance. Experience captivating mythological performances such as Sita Haran and Krishna's Deha Tyag. Presented by VIBGYOR, this UNESCO-recognised art promises an unforgettable spectacle for all Mumbaikars.

Strengthening its long-term healthcare strategy, the Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned funds to modernise hospitals in 14 districts. The money will be used for advanced testing facilities, including CT scans and X-rays, reducing the need for patients to travel to big cities. Officials say this will help district hospitals meet WHO standards and significantly improve rural healthcare access.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day visit to Delhi has placed ITC Maurya under heavy security, as he will be staying there. The entire hotel has been sealed and will be closely monitored. He will occupy the ultra-luxurious 4,600 sq ft Chanakya Suite, priced at ₹8-10 lakh per night. Known for its expansive spaces, the suite blends royal heritage with modern comfort.

Financial analyst Simon Dixon said altcoins largely exist to acquire more Bitcoin, especially pre-mined tokens. He noted he is unsure if all altcoins will go to zero but philosophically agrees many may lose value against BTC. His comments echo earlier views from cryptographer Adam Back, who believes all altcoins will eventually go to zero.

Gold prices fell by ₹600 to ₹1,31,600 per 10 grams in Delhi on Thursday, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Meanwhile, silver extended its losses for the second straight day, depreciating by ₹900 to ₹1,80,000 per kilogram. Globally, spot gold slipped by 0.15% to $4,197.10 per ounce.

Several entrenched beliefs about digestive health, such as spicy food causing ulcers or acidic drinks eroding the stomach, lack consistent evidence. Health expert Dr Pallav highlights that stomach discomfort often stems from H pylori, stress or lifestyle patterns, not myths. Clearing these misconceptions helps guide better digestive care.

In a major development in the Sabarimala gold heist investigation, former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) president A Padmakumar has been named an accused in the Dwarapalaka sculpture smuggling case. The SIT’s latest findings state that Padmakumar, a CPI(M) leader and former MLA, was involved in both the Kattilapalli (door frame) and Dwarapalaka cases.

The remnant of Cyclone Ditwah brought widespread rain over north Tamil Nadu for the third consecutive day, affecting several parts of Chennai and Tiruvallur districts. Weather officials noted that a trough extending from the remnant system over the north Tamil Nadu–Puducherry coast to the Lakshadweep region may lead to isolated heavy showers in parts of the state.

Skyroot Aerospace Co-founder Pawan Kumar Chandana, the man behind launch of India's first private rocket to space, was an average student who scored just 51 marks in mathematics. According to Deedy Das, Chandana's father didn't give up and instead got him enrolled in IIT-JEE coaching, where he improved academically and began loving science and mathematics. In 2007, he joined IIT-Kharagpur.

India saw the second most deaths in the world of children under the age of five in the year 2023, recording 1 lakh deaths, a study in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health journal showed. Nigeria recorded the highest number of under-five deaths at 1,88,000, while the Democratic Republic of Congo ranked third with more than 50,000 deaths.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed the plea for regular bail filed by former Cabinet Minister Bikram Singh Majithia in the corruption case based on a SIT report alleging accumulation of over ₹540 crore through illegal entities. Justice Tribhuvan Dahiya, at the same time, set a three-month deadline for the investigation's completion.

The Madras High Court on Thursday dismissed the Tamil Nadu government's appeal against the court's order directing to light a holy 'deep' near a dargah. "The appeal, filed with an ulterior motive, is dismissed," the court said. This comes after the diya was not lit at the place after the court's direction and was instead lit at another spot.

A video from Mumbai's Malad West shows an air quality display board reporting a PM 2.5 reading of '2' near a construction site. This unusually low figure has prompted residents and social media users to question the accuracy of Mumbai's real-time pollution monitors. Concerns are rising over sensor calibration and BMC accountability.

Reacting to Russian President Putin's India visit, NYT said, "PM Modi, who shares a warm personal bond with Putin will have to walk a tightrope between Russia and US." "Putin to be welcomed with pomp and ceremony reserved for one of India’s most steadfast partners," CNN said. "Modi to show he's still close to Putin despite Trump pressure," BBC reported.

After the notification, making Asim Munir the chief of defence staff in Pakistan wasn't notified, despite the deadline being November 29, many Pakistanis trolled him on X. "It is hereby notified that no notification will be notified until the notification is notified," one Pakistani journalist joked. "Where have you gone missing...I miss you," another X user joked about Munir.

Snapping a four-day losing streak, Indian stock markets ended higher on Thursday, helped by buying in IT shares as the rupee traded positive with gains against the US dollar. Gains, however, stayed modest as investors turned cautious ahead of the RBI Monetary Policy Committee's decision scheduled for Friday.

IndiGo offered to buy back leaves that pilots have applied for from January 1-February 3, 2026, as the airline grapples with hundreds of flight cancellations amid crew shortages, NDTV Profit reported. IndiGo has proposed buyback at 1.5 times of per-day gross salaries of captains and first officers operating Airbus planes. There's no cap on how many leaves pilots can offer.

Shares of Ola Electric tanked 5% on Thursday to hit an all-time low of ₹36.12, extending the fall for the fifth straight session. The share price has more than halved from the IPO price of ₹76 per share. The decline reportedly comes amid a dip in sales in November, triggered by operational challenges and service-related complaints.

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin urged Team India management to clarify Washington Sundar's role in the ODI team. He highlighted that if Sundar keeps bowling, he'll have the mindset of a bowler who can bat. Ashwin added, "If Sundar just bats and bowls a few overs, he'll keep searching who he is. So don't leave him in the searching space."

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said US President Donald Trump's pro-growth energy policy saved the AI industry. "He came into office and the first thing...he said was 'drill, baby, drill'. His point is...we need energy growth," Huang said. "If not for his...policies, we'd not be able to build factories for AI...We surely wouldn't be able to build supercomputer factories," he added.

Mumbai's Vivek Vidyalaya Junior College has introduced a new dress code barring students from wearing burqas inside classrooms, sparking protests by students. "We were not told about this earlier...if we had been told this earlier, we would not have taken admission here," a student said. "I’ve worn a burqa all my life...sitting in class without one feels uncomfortable," said another.