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Iran war, Israel ties: JD Vance's pollster's view of why voters chose Democrats in midterms echoes exit polls
Trump to face Democratic-controlled Congress in both chambers for the first time after midterm elections losses
U.S. midterm elections 2026 LIVE: Republican U.S. House Speaker to step down; Zelenskyy hopes Democrat gains will bring more help for Ukraine
Oil prices plunge over 9% as JD Vance blames Iran war for GOP losses in US midterm elections
Hakeem Jeffries formally announces bid to become first black house speaker after democrats win midterm elections
U.S. midterm elections 2026 LIVE: Trump says 'largely true' Iran war caused election loss
Mumbai’s Byculla Zoo closer to getting four Asiatic lions from Gujarat
Under the proposed exchange, the Mumbai zoo will transfer three pairs of tufted capuchin monkeys to Sakkarbaug. Both zoos have already agreed to the exchange, the BMC said
Foreign Secretary holds talks in Nepal ahead of Balen’s visit
Review of Agniveers’ performance behind service extension: CDS
Agniveer scheme: Extension brings relief but kin seek job security
HC seeks replies on plea to speed up Ranitidine safety review
Politics
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Satheesan: Ex-guv didn’t consult us on PSC chairman’s removal proposal
Keralam chief minister VD Satheesan on Wednesday said that former state governor Rajendra Arlekar did not consult the state government before recommending the removal of Public…
Agniveer extension: Congress takes ‘U-turn’ dig at BJP; SP says make posts permanent
BJP not giving much importance to Rajput, says Rajiv Pratap Rudy
TFR down, need relook at popn control laws like 2-child norm for polls: SC
SC: Can't become third chamber of Parliament
MP Ruhullah’s exit from NC a success of BJP, attempt to disempower people like in 1953: NC leaders
Spend more time in India: Rijiju takes jibe at Rahul, list conditions for Congress to ‘win more MPs’
ZPTC, MPTC Elections postponed due to rains in Agency mandals
Two 17-year-old students sexually assaulted at party, two booked under PoCSO
Business & economy
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Asian Rice Price Climbs Near Two-Year High in Inflation Threat
A benchmark Asian rice price climbed to the highest in almost two years, threatening to accelerate food inflation as the El Niño weather pattern disrupts production of the staple…
Indian shares set to open higher as oil hits 2-month low after US Democratic win
Fake ship flags, Iran oil trade: US sanctions Indian entities in expanding crackdown on Tehran
Prepaid voice-only plans, reworked Flex by Google Pay, & analysing Kärcher AF30
Muhurat Trading Picks: Shanti Gold to Apollo Micro Systems - Angel One’s 8 stocks to buy on Diwali 2026 for Samvat 2083
Top stocks to watch today: Bharti Airtel, LIC, Nykaa, Torrent Power shares in focus on Thursday, 5 Nov | Full list
Trump-linked cryptocurrencies, AI Data Center stocks see red after blue wave in US midterms
Crude crashes below $100: Brent, WTI hit over two-month lows after midterm elections
Three Govts., three CMs in Telangana failed to complete ₹35 crore 700-metre bridge in 15 years
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Keerthy Suresh admits facing problems at home due to interfaith marriage with Antony Thattil
Actor Keerthy Suresh said her mother discovered her relationship with businessman Antony Thattil by reading her diary when she was in college.
Sachin Tendulkar uses Mohanlal's iconic 'Narasimham' dialogue
Sachin Tendulkar responded to a fan's inquiry about his chats with Sanju Samson during the T20 World Cup. He quoted an iconic line from the Malayalam film 'Narasimham', which…
Suriya's 'Scene' makers thank CM Vijay; leads 6 AM ticket booking
Suriya's much-anticipated film 'Scene' has secured approval for six daily screenings during its debut week, a decision that has been positively received by both producers and…
Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi' trailer may release this Friday
Salman Khan's upcoming film 'Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace' could release its trailer soon. The proposed timing aligns with the theatrical launch of 'Ramayana: Rise of a…
Elections
U.S. midterm election results: Senate, House and Governor shifts before and after
Democrats surged to full control of Congress in the November 2026 U.S. midterm elections, flipping the Senate and House after winning net seats across key battlegrounds and…
84/100: Democrats sweep districts with high concentration of Indian-American voters in midterms
Democratic dominance was strongest in California, where the party won 19 of the 20 seats on the top 100 list with the most Indian-Americans.
Trump wants to work with Democrats after election defeat: Can bipartisan cooperation survive?
Trump has signalled willingness to work with Democrats after Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress. But deep political divisions, veto powers and disagreements…
Republican blame game starts after midterms setback as 2028 hopefuls angle for position
Trump, for his part, held court at the construction site of the White House ballroom on Wednesday, a sign he's unlikely to radically shift his focus away from controversial pet…
Stock market
Upbeat Earnings Bolster Case for India Stocks as Asia Wavers
Indian equities are gaining an edge in Asia as stronger earnings and a nascent return of foreign investors bolster the case for further outperformance.
Stock market outlook today, 5 Nov: Sensex, Nifty prediction - DJIA, S&P, NASDAQ, GIFT Nifty, Kospi, Nikkei, Taiwan cues
Stock market prediction for Thursday, 5 November, 2026: Gift Nifty was trading around the 24,300 level, up nearly 350 points or 1.50% from the Nifty futures’ previous close…
Doctor shares anti-inflammatory chicken bone broth recipe to strengthen immunity in winter: See preparation
Dr Rupy Aujla shared an easy chicken bone broth recipe that can be enjoyed in many ways for a quick immunity boost when feeling under the weather.
Korea to Introduce Cornerstone Lockups to Curb Post-IPO Selloffs
South Korea’s top financial regulator will introduce a system for cornerstone investors in initial public offerings to curb sharp price drops after listings.
AI & gadgets
Arnold Su on how ASUS is rethinking the creator laptop with its new ProArt range
Arnold Su speaks to HT Tech about ASUS’ ProArt strategy, the shift towards local AI computing and the changing needs of creators in India. | Technology News
Omnissa expands sovereign AI security push as enterprises confront agentic threats
As autonomous AI agents gain access to enterprise applications and data, Omnissa argues that traditional security methods must evolve to manage threats moving at machine speed |…
Cabinet clears ₹4,371 crore statistics overhaul, ₹2,814 crore critical minerals scheme, 850 fast-track courts
The VISTAR initiative will use AI and machine learning, expand the number of surveys and introduce new data sources to support policymaking.
AI, defense stocks slide as clean energy shares rally after Democrats take control of Congress
AI data center stocks fall after Democrats win Congress, as investors brace for tougher scrutiny of the AI boom and rising concerns over spending and returns.
Crime & safety
Mahadev app co-promoter Ravi Uppal arrested in UAE, India moves for his extradition
Authorities in Dubai arrested a 46-year-old Ravi Uppal based on an Interpol Red Notice issued by Indian probe agencies, officials told PTI
'Bachelor Party D'eux' trailer review: 'No one has an aura'
Amal Neerad's film 'Bachelor Party D'eux' features an ensemble cast including Naslen, Tovino Thomas, and Kunchacko Boban. The trailer reveals an action-comedy and crime thriller…
YouTuber EDP445 arrested in Las Vegas over alleged sex crimes involving a minor
YouTuber EDP445, whose real name is Bryant Moreland, has been arrested and charged after his comments in a documentary led prosecutors to reopen a 2021 case.
Eleven tribals arrested for seeking rehabilitation for a proposed land port project in West Bengal
Construction at the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) site in Gotabari, Torsa Tea Garden, had been going on for nearly five months and during the period, the locals maintained…
Cricket
'God help you': Shastri as Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's record
Virat Kohli made batting look easy in India's first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland on Wednesday. The star batter scored 74 runs off 51 balls to help India win the match by…
Ranji Trophy: Father played alongside Kapil Dev, son Jayant Goyat bags maiden fifer, wants to wear India colours
Services pacer Jayant Goyat's maiden five-wicket haul, in his 12th first-class match, has strengthened his belief in an India dream. The 21-year-old from Bhiwani, whose father was…
'That's for my girlfriend': Arshdeep reveals romantic reason behind unique celebration
Arshdeep Singh delighted fans by showcasing a special dance dedicated to his girlfriend Samreen Kaur after claiming a wicket. He shared that these dance moves are a mood booster…
Virat Kohli creates history! Becomes first to average 50-plus in all SENA countries
Virat Kohli has reached a remarkable achievement by maintaining an average above 50 across all four SENA nations. In the first ODI against New Zealand, he contributed 74 runs…
Courts & law
Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea to stay release of Sunny Deol-starrer Suryaa
The Delhi High Court has refused to stay the release of Sunny Deol's Suryaa, quashing a PIL against it.
Lil Durk awaits bond decision in VICAR case as judge delays ruling on release from jail
A judge did not announce a decision on Lil Durk’s bond on Wednesday and said he will rule soon.
Salman Khan's house firing: Shooter denied bail for brother's wedding
Vickykumar Gupta, alleged shooter in the 2024 Salman Khan firing case, sought temporary bail for his brother's wedding. The special court denied his request for release on…
Schools must address bullying based on gender identity, sexual orientation: High Court
The court gave directions after hearing a petition by the mother of a 16-year-old boy, a student of a prominent school in Faridabad, who died on February 24, 2022, accusing the…
Weather & monsoon
IMD weather alert today: Heavy rainfall likely in Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Andhra; shallow fog in Delhi NCR as AQI slips
Southern India continues to face turbulent weather today as the remnants of Cyclone Murasu trigger fresh IMD warnings for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms
Cyclone Murasu impact on Telangana | Extremely heavy rains lash Bhadradri on November 4
Extreme heavy rainfall hit Khammam and Bhadradri Kothagudem in Telangana overnight, with ongoing heavy showers and orange alert on November 4.
Celebrations among NDA alliance leaders after landslide victory
NDA leaders celebrate a landslide win in Vijayawada, pledging development, infrastructure, and public service for the city.
U.S. midterm elections 2026 LIVE: Trump says 'largely true' Iran war caused election loss
Democrats won full control of the U.S. Congress in a sweeping midterm rout with a landslide of upsets that delivered a crushing rebuke of President Donald Trump and his Republican…
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Telangana6 stories
Kerala6 stories
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Sports
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Warriors coach Steve Kerr mocks Trump's $5,000 pledge after Democrats secure midterm victories
No.1 Alexander Zverev, Novak Djokovic crash out of Paris Masters, Carlos Alcaraz advances
LIV Golf turnaround derailed with league nearing liquidation
Liverpool lose to Fenerbahce but Real Madrid, Arsenal and Manchester City win in Champions League
PSG, Barca turn on the magic, United posts win
Indian shooters miss medal targets
History! Tanvi Patri becomes first Indian woman to reach Youth Olympic badminton final
Sports journalist Bhasi Malaparamba no more
Gauff, Pegula in Rybakina’s group in WTA Finals
Entertainment
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Telugu indie music takes centrestage in The Moonshine Project in Hyderabad
Jen Affleck divorcing Zac Affleck after relationship struggles shown on ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’: Report
SRK, Abhishek-Aishwarya spotted at Sanjay Gupta’s prayer meet - WATCH
'Udta Teer' box office collection day 13: Ayushmann Khurrana's film collects Rs 1.20 cr
'AK 47' BO day 6: Trails 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu'
'Ranabaali' BO day 20
Saif Ali Khan credits Kareena Kapoor for forging a bond with Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan, says they reciprocate her efforts
Amaal Mallik says if films are criticised for violence then songs like Beedi Jalaile, Chikni Chameli and Munni Badnaam must be banned
'Prahaar' day 20: Rajkummar Rao beats his own 'Maalik' worldwide record
Technology
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MeitY Launches Three New Sovereign AI Models Under the IndiaAI Mission
Google Turns Off Gemini AI Access for K-12 Student Accounts, Expands Guided Learning to Search and Classroom
Apple Releases iOS 27.3 Beta With New Siri AI Tools for Developers, Health App Update
Crypto Traders Face Backlash for Launching Memecoins Using Jesús de Miguel’s Image
Vivo X500 Series Pre-Bookings Begin in India at Select Retailers, Tipster Claims
Motorola One Design Revealed in WPC Listing, Geekbench Appearance Hints at Key Specs
Oppo F35 Pro Gets ColorOS 17 Skin Based on Android 17 in India
AI moves beyond recommendations to reshape entire shopping experience on e-commerce apps: Report
Forget carrying a notebook and sketchpad, these five Android tablets bring digital pens and bigger possibilities to the table
Science
Satellite assessment shows 73% reduction in Bhutan’s lake after GLOF
Government proposes immediate suspension of manufacturing licences of substandard drugs
Anaemia burden — iron alone is no solution
Science should move past ‘top 2%’ label
As Canva restructures, how is AI reshaping creative businesses? | Explained
The Milky Way grew by devouring galaxies, leaving a trail of ghost stars
Why even a strong El Niño does not guarantee a poor Indian monsoon
Why psoriasis can sometimes be hard to diagnose and when you need to see a doctor
Education
SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 answer key released at ssc.gov.in; objection window closes on November 7
VTU to replace supplementary exams with on-demand tests
Rajasthan Mahila Supervisor result 2026 released at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
Can we deny caste on campus?
Agnipath scheme revised: Agniveers to get 2-year service extension, option for regular enrolment after 6 years
CAT 2026 admit cards not releasing today, hall tickets to be out on November 6: Here are important details that aspirants need to know
Bank of Baroda WMS Recruitment 2026: Apply for 805 Managerial posts at bankofbaroda.bank.in, details here
KTET admit card 2026 released for November 14, 15 exams: Check direct link to download hall tickets here
World
What the U.S. midterms mean for ties with China
South Korea to deploy military mission to help keep Hormuz open
U.S. slaps sanctions on Indian, Turkish firms and people for aiding Iran
Google extends voluntary buyout offers to employees in several countries
Trump renews push for permanent daylight saving time, criticizes Senate over stalled bill
‘Our principles haven’t changed’: Erika Kirk says Charlie Kirk would be ‘proud’ of conservatives after midterm setbacks
The electorate strikes back: America back to democracy and Democrats
One deputy dead, another ‘not expected to survive’ in Spokane County shooting that killed 3 others
Lifestyle
Sadhguru on spirituality: Why living to please everyone can take you away from your true self
How does meditation help open your chakras? What Grandmaster Choa Kok Sui's teachings reveal
Horoscope Today, November 5, 2026: Choose your battles wisely to protect your energy and personal boundaries today
An acclaimed biography of Alexander the Great wins the Baillie Gifford nonfiction prize
How to practise spirituality in everyday life? An expert shares 5 simple habits to find inner balance
Climate change and health: Doctor explains how extreme weather increases the risk of infections, respiratory problems and anxiety
Washing vs dry cleaning: How to choose the right cleaning method for silk, woollens and everyday clothes
From viral serums to elaborate routines, dermatologist explains why copying influencer skincare habits may not work for your skin
Explainer, 2 min read
How to check a viral WhatsApp forward before you share it
Seven quick checks — from reverse image search to reading the date — that catch most fake forwards in under five minutes.
Explainer, 2 min read
Lost money to an online fraud? What to do in the first hour
Speed matters. The order in which to call 1930, block your bank access and save the evidence.
Explainer, 2 min read
Repo rate explained: how an RBI decision reaches your home-loan EMI
The Monetary Policy Committee changes one number. Here is how it travels to your bank, your loan and your fixed deposit.
Explainer, 1 min read
How a Lok Sabha election works, from nomination to counting day
543 seats, one vote each, and a long chain of checks in between. A step-by-step guide.
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