India

The G20 declaration condemning terrorism unequivocally was a key outcome from India’s perspective

Pakistan, led by Muhammad Asif, defeated Hong Kong China ‘B’ 3-2 in a thrilling final to win their third team title at the World Cup of Snooker in Muscat. The victory followed a semifinal upset over India ‘A’

Abhinav Deshwal clinched India’s 15th shooting medal at the Tokyo Summer Deaflympics, winning gold in the 25m Pistol event with a score of 44. He edged past South Korea’s Seung Hwa Lee, while Chetan Hanmant Sapkal finished fifth

India’s women’s blind cricket team created history by winning the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind in Colombo. Khula Sharir’s unbeaten 44 guided India to a seven-wicket win over Nepal, capping an unbeaten campaign across the six-team tournament

Senuran Muthusamy’s maiden hundred and Marco Jansen’s explosive 93 powered South Africa to 489 in the second Test against India in Guwahati. Indian spinners struggled on a flat track, leaving the hosts trailing 0-1 in the series at stumps

KL Rahul has been appointed captain of India’s ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against South Africa, with Rishabh Pant as vice-captain. The squad includes Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal and other key players for the December fixtures

The Visakhapatnam District Athletics Association will host the Asmita Athletic League on November 28 at the SAP Integrated Sports Complex. The event, for under-14 and under-16 girls, aims to foster female participation and strengthen grassroots athletics in the district

Saina Nehwal and Peter Gade headlined the opening of The Legends’ Vision – Legacy Tour India at Delhi’s Sirifort Complex. The event launched A Racquet’s Second Life, inspiring juniors and promoting badminton’s growth through legacy, youth and community-driven initiatives

Lakshya Sen expressed joy after winning the Australian Open title, saying he overcame injuries and tough phases to finish the season positively. He highlighted the importance of a strong start and focus on each point while looking forward to the next season

Hyderabad Royals unveiled their squad for the inaugural Indian Pickleball League, featuring international stars Ben Newell and Megan Fudge. The six-team competition begins December 1 in Delhi, with 53 players drafted across categories to showcase India’s emerging pickleball talent

The Sports Authority of Telangana signed multiple MoUs with North East states during the Telangana–North East Connect Sports Festival. Agreements include training support from Baichung Bhutia, Saritha Devi and others, marking a milestone in sports development and cooperation between Telangana and the region

Cuban high jump legend Javier Sotomayor, the only man to clear 8 feet, visited Delhi’s JLN Stadium with Palestinian runner Mohammed Dwedar. He praised India’s athletics rise, interacted with athletes, and highlighted the importance of infrastructure for world-class performances

The Southern Rising Summit 2025, organised by ABP Network, will be held on 25 November at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao will deliver an address and participate in discussions on political, economic, cultural and technological transformation in southern India.

BirlaNu has announced a greenfield fibre cement board plant in Andhra Pradesh’s Nellore district, with an initial investment of Rs 127 crore. The first phase will create nearly 600 jobs, while future expansion includes PVC pipes, fittings and construction chemical units

The Union Home Ministry has clarified that the Chandigarh bill, listed provisionally for the Winter Session, will not be introduced. The Centre said the proposal is only meant to simplify law-making for the UT and does not alter existing arrangements with Punjab or Haryana

The IMD has issued alerts for 16 districts in Tamil Nadu as a fresh low-pressure area over the South Andaman Sea intensifies, triggering widespread rainfall across southern, Delta, central and northern regions. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable areas to stay cautious

Pune police busted an inter-state illegal arms manufacturing and trafficking racket operating from Madhya Pradesh’s Barwani district, detaining 36 people and destroying 50 weapon-making furnaces. The crackdown followed seizures of 21 pistols in Pune over three weeks, officials said

The Election Commission reported 99.02 per cent distribution of Enumeration Forms in Phase II of the Special Intensive Revision 2025 across 12 states and UTs. Digitisation remains slow at 39.29 per cent. Goa and Lakshadweep lead distribution, while Kerala lags in digitisation

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu hailed Sri Sathya Sai Baba as “god in human form” whose service initiatives, spiritual teachings and global humanitarian work transformed millions of lives. He highlighted the Trust’s contributions to education, healthcare, drinking water and international service

The Supreme Court will on November 24 hear a plea filed by Sonam Wangchuk’s wife challenging his detention under the National Security Act, alleging the order is arbitrary, based on vague charges, and aimed at silencing his dissent amid Ladakh’s statehood protests.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said the party will extend full cooperation to the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government if it ensures justice for the Seemanchal region and keeps communalism in check. He also criticised the RJD for its declining electoral influence

Security forces have set up a new camp in Chhattisgarh’s Karregutta Hills, strengthening their hold on a former Maoist stronghold. The camp will enhance operations, facilitate essential services, and serve as a training centre for jungle warfare and counter-insurgency

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin lauded Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s centenary celebrations, highlighting his enduring contributions to healthcare, education, rural development, and water security. He emphasised Baba’s belief that compassion translates into meaningful service for society’s welfare

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay addressed a controlled indoor meeting in Kancheepuram, his first public interaction since the Karur stampede. He criticised the DMK, highlighted local issues like sand mining and weavers’ plight, and outlined TVK’s welfare-focused election commitments.