After convening a Union Cabinet meeting on the blast near Red Fort in Delhi, the government has declared the blast as a terrorist incident. "The country has witnessed a heinous terrorist incident, perpetrated by anti-national forces," the government said. The Cabinet passed a resolution which reiterated India's position that it won't tolerate any kind of terror in the country.

India has fully operationalised the Nyoma (Mudh) airfield in Ladakh. It is the highest fighter-capable military airbase at 13,700 feet, located close to the LAC with China. With an investment of over ₹210 crore and a 3-km runway, it enables deployment of fighter jets like the Su-30MKI and Rafale, marking a significant military-aviation milestone for India's northern frontier, reports said.

Exit polls for the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections had predicted seats ranging from 69 to135 for the BJP-led NDA, and 104 to 161 for the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan (MGB). NDA had won 125 seats, while MGB got 110 seats in 2020 elections. The prediction for 2015 elections was 64 to 121 seats for NDA and 112 to 176 for MGB.

The Intelligence Wing of the Kerala Police has identified 455 polling booths in the Kannur district as 'sensitive' ahead of the two-phased local body elections, warning of possible law-and-order problems. The report said 'highly sensitive' booths will be barricaded and secured with paramilitary forces, while additional police will be deployed to prevent clashes and bogus voting.

EAM S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Canada. Sharing the picture on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Appreciate his condolences on the loss of lives in the blast in Delhi." The two leaders also discussed bilateral ties, focusing on trade and supply chains and exchanged views on the Middle East/West Asia situation.

The Axis My India exit poll projected a victory for the BJP-led NDA in Bihar, while stating that RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav was the top choice for Bihar CM with 34% approval. The poll predicted 121 to 141 seats for NDA, with 98 to 118 seats for the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan. It predicted 0-2 seats for the Prashant Kishor-led 'Jan Suraaj'.

The Karnataka High Court issued a Standard Operating Procedure for the protection and rehabilitation of minor victims of sexual offences, after noticing a lack of compliance with existing directions. The SOP is founded upon a set of non-negotiable principles that must inform every action, decision, and interpretation of its provisions by all stakeholders.

Indian Air Force Chief ACM AP Singh made an inaugural landing at the newly upgraded Nyoma airbase in Ladakh using a C-130J aircraft. Situated near the LAC at 13,700 feet, the base can now operate fighter jets, helicopters, and transport planes. The airbase enhances India's defence readiness and supports rapid troop deployment near the China border.

Veteran actor Dharmendra, fondly known as Bollywood's 'He-Man', continues to reign as one of Indian cinema's most iconic and financially successful figures. With an estimated net worth ranging between ₹335 crore and ₹450 crore, the 89-year-old actor’s fortune is a result of more than six decades of cinematic excellence, sharp investments, and entrepreneurial vision.

Persistence has finally paid off for Manjunath Harohalli, a 46-year-old Indian expatriate from Bengaluru, who has been trying his luck in Abu Dhabi’s famous Big Ticket raffle for the past seven years. The long-time Al Ain resident, who once missed the Dh15 million grand jackpot by just one number.

28-year-old Ankush Sharma, a jewellery trader who got critically injured in the Delhi blast, has lost one eye, suffered extensive burns across half of his body, and sustained severe hearing loss. "Whenever he wakes up, he only screams in pain and can’t move," his family said. Ankush had gone to visit a Temple near Red Fort when the blast happened.

Bangladesh's foreign ministry summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner in Dhaka Pawan Badhe over former Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina's media access in India. The ministry reportedly conveyed that India giving Hasina a platform to speak against Bangladesh's interests won't be good for the bilateral relations between both nations. It requested India to immediately discontinue Hasina's media access.

Karnataka has been placed on high alert following the Delhi bomb blast. Police have intensified security checks across temples, beaches, and railway stations. In Bengaluru, inspections are ongoing at Vidhana Soudha, Majestic, and KIA. Security has also been tightened at tourist spots such as Hampi, Mysuru Palace, and coastal areas including Malpe and Murudeshwar.

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed authorities to secure South Delhi forest land with fencing, warning boards, and dense Miyawaki-style tree plantations. It also ordered the removal of waste and action on landlocked forest parcels. Separately, the NGT asked Uttar Pradesh to map heavy metal contamination in Kanpur and surrounding districts and submit a report on its health impact.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu extended condolences to PM Narendra Modi and the families of those killed in the car blast near Delhi's Red Fort. Writing on X, he said, "Terror may strike our cities...but it'll never shake our souls." He added, "Israel stands strong with you in sorrow and in strength in this time." Blast claimed at least 12 lives.

IPS officer Anshu Kumar has assumed charge as Chief Superintendent of Bengaluru's Parappana Agrahara Central Prison following a government order. His appointment, made after a controversy over special facilities for inmates, is seen as a move to restore public confidence, although reports suggest it may be a temporary posting.

PIB Fact Check has alerted citizens about a fake letter falsely claiming to be from Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL), offering LPG gas dealership approval. The letter requests personal documents and money for verification. Officials have clarified that HPCL has not issued any such approvals and advised people to verify genuine dealership information only on www.lpgvitarakchayan.in.

The Union Cabinet approved schemes worth ₹45,060 crore to support exporters amid global challenges. This comprises the ₹25,060-crore Export Promotion Mission, under which sectors like textiles, leather, gems and jewellery, engineering goods, and marine products will be prioritised. Additionally, the Cabinet cleared a ₹20,000-crore expansion of the Credit Guarantee Scheme for exporters.

Delhi car blast suspect Dr Umar had marked 'December 6' on his calendar, according to reports. The reports further suggested that initially the attack was planned on December 6 to avenge the demolition of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, which took place on the same day in 1992. He reportedly panicked after his accomplices were caught during Faridabad terror module bust.

Bengaluru's Basavanagudi is preparing for the annual Kadalekai Parishe, scheduled from November 17 to 21. The fair, known for its rich traditions, will feature decorations inspired by the Hassanamba Temple Festival. Over five lakh devotees are expected, with elaborate security, lighting, and amenities arranged to ensure a safe and festive celebration.

Dr Adil Ahmed, whose arrest from UP reportedly led to the busting of doctors-led terror module in Faridabad, used to earn ₹5 lakh/month while working at Saharanpur hospital, an official said. He was arrested a month after his marriage in J&K, and it's suspected he used his marriage ceremony as the meeting point for the module's key members and facilitators.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray took a subtle yet sharp dig at Shrikant Shinde, son of Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, during the FICCI Young Leaders Summit in Mumbai. When told the debate would have been 'fire with fire' had Shrikant participated, Thackeray quipped, "We build things. Let's not compare thieves to us."

The Election Commission has revised the rules for appointing Booth Level Agents (BLAs). Previously, a BLA had to be a registered voter of the same part of the electoral roll for which they were appointed. Under the new rules, if no eligible voter is available, a BLA can now be appointed from any registered elector within the same Assembly constituency.

Odisha's Nuapada assembly constituency recorded a huge voter turnout of 83.45% during the bypoll held on Tuesday, Additional Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sushanta Kumar Mishra said. "People were airlifted to some of the critical booths," he said, adding that the process was conducted smoothly. The voter turnout was nearly 10% higher than that recorded in the 2024 general assembly elections.

Surendra Koli walked out of Noida jail on Wednesday after the Supreme Court acquitted him in the 13th case under the 2006 Nithari serial killings. Carrying charges of abduction, rape, and murder, he was sentenced to death by a CBI court in Ghaziabad in 2010. However, Allahabad High Court acquitted him in 12 cases in 2023, which the SC upheld.