Times of India

A UN report details widespread torture and abuses against Palestinian detainees by Israeli security forces over the past two years, including severe beatings, dog attacks, and denial of medical care.

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar visited a temple after a breakfast meeting with CM Siddaramaiah amid a power tussle. Shivakumar, who faced legal challenges, expressed a sense of glory at the temple. The meeting followed reports of a power-sharing agreement between the two leaders after the 2023 assembly elections.

St. Xavier's College has lodged a complaint with Azad Maidan police after a guest speaker allegedly photographed female students without consent and made inappropriate physical contact during a national conference. The college's Internal Complaints Committee received complaints from at least 10 students.

India's engineering exports plunged 16.71% in October 2025, hitting $9.37 billion, largely due to a significant drop in shipments to the US and a high base effect. Key markets like Asean also saw steep declines. Despite this monthly dip, cumulative exports for April-October 2025 showed a modest 1.68% growth.

Pop superstar Taylor Swift's close friend Ed Sheeran only learned of her engagement to Travis Kelce a week after the news broke. Sheeran revealed he's ditched social media and his iPad, preferring in-person connections. He and Swift recently had a four-hour catch-up, highlighting their deep, effortless friendship that transcends digital updates.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar stated that the world is now in an era where politics increasingly influences economics, urging India to diversify supply sources to protect national interests. He highlighted global fragmentation and supply insecurity, emphasising India's pursuit of self-reliance and manufacturing growth to secure its future.

Election Commission has doubled Booth Level Officers' pay to Rs 12,000 and supervisors' to Rs 18,000, acknowledging their crucial role. This comes as the BJP forms a team to monitor electoral roll revisions and address BLO issues, amid reports of BLO deaths and protests over workload.

Airlines are urgently upgrading Airbus A320 aircraft software. Intense solar radiation could corrupt flight data. This directive follows an incident where an aircraft pitched downwards unexpectedly. IndiGo, Air India, and Air India Express are accelerating fixes. No aircraft can fly until the mandatory modification is complete. This global alert impacts thousands of jets, causing travel disruptions.

A special NIA court has convicted two more individuals, Mohd. Mustaqueem and Shakeel, in an Al-Qaeda conspiracy case, sentencing them to 20 months in prison. This follows a previous conviction in the same plot, which aimed to carry out terror attacks in Uttar Pradesh. The accused were found guilty of procuring weapons and ammunition for the banned outfit's affiliate.

Businessman Jeet Pabari, brother-in-law of cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara, was found dead at his Rajkot residence on Wednesday, reportedly by suicide. Family members stated he had been battling depression for two months. The incident occurred a year after a rape complaint was filed against him, for which he had secured anticipatory bail.

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis will not enter the upcoming IPL auction, opting instead for the Pakistan Super League after 14 seasons in India. Du Plessis, a consistent performer for CSK and RCB, thanked franchises and fans for his IPL journey. He communicated this decision through a post on Instagram.

US President Donald Trump has declared Venezuelan airspace entirely closed to all airlines, pilots, drug dealers, and human traffickers. This move follows new US measures against alleged Venezuelan drug-trafficking networks, with ground strikes planned soon. The US has also designated President Maduro and associates as a foreign terrorist organization, expanding sanctions authority.

Donald Trump asserted his tariff regime has made the U.S. "Rich, Strong, Powerful, and Safe," claiming it has stopped wars, strengthened alliances, and boosted the stock market. He attributed these outcomes to "Strong Leadership and TARIFFS," as tariff revenues have significantly increased, with a Supreme Court ruling on presidential authority pending.

Vanessa Bryant recently shared a heartwarming glimpse of a Disneyland outing with her daughters Natalia, Bianka, and Capri on Instagram. The philanthropist has been a steadfast presence for her girls, balancing their needs with her own grief. Bryant expressed immense pride in Natalia's resilience and maturity, highlighting her role as a supportive big sister and daughter.

A Russian oil tanker, the Virat, was struck by an unmanned vessel in the Black Sea near the Turkish coast, with explosions reported. Another vessel, the Kairos, also experienced an explosion. In footage of a crew member aboard Virat, a man reports it to be a drone attack in panic. Ukrainian sources have claimed responsibility, stating they targeted the ships for allegedly transporting sanctioned Russian oil.

Cyclone Ditwah is nearing India's North Tamil Nadu coast, bringing warnings of extreme rainfall and strong winds. After causing significant devastation and over 150 deaths in Sri Lanka, the storm's approach has prompted widespread evacuations, flight cancellations, and school closures across southern Indian states. Relief efforts are underway, with authorities on high alert.