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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.

Srinagar recorded the season’s coldest night at –2.8°C as temperatures dipped across Jammu and Kashmir. With further decline expected, schools up to Class 8 will close for winter vacation. Residents rely on traditional Pherans and Kangris to battle the intensifying chill

The body of IAF Wing Commander Naman Syal, who died in a Tejas fighter jet crash at the Dubai Air Show, was brought to Sulur Air Force Station, Coimbatore. Colleagues and officials paid emotional tributes before the mortal remains were flown to Himachal Pradesh for final rites.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said the restoration of the dharma dhwaja in Ayodhya, led by PM Modi on November 25, will usher in happiness and progress. He urged citizens to build a new UP inspired by Lord Ram’s ideals.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam founder Vijay will resume his political campaign on Sunday, addressing people at an indoor facility in Sunguvarchattiram, Kanchipuram. Around 1,500 attendees with passes will be allowed, with trained party workers managing crowd arrangements.

Delhi-NCR’s air quality deteriorated to ‘very poor’ with AQI at 380, while areas like Jahangirpuri and Ghaziabad entered the severe category. CAQM revises GRAP, enforcing stricter restrictions at Stage III, including partial office closures and staggered working hours.

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India stormed into the Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind final with a nine-wicket win over Australia in Colombo. Basanti Hansda starred with 45 runs, while Ganga Kadam and Karuna powered India’s dominant chase at P Sara Oval

Teenager Anahat Singh clinched her 13th PSA title by defeating former world No 10 Joshna Chinappa 3-2 in the Indian Open squash final at Indore. The top seed won a tense five-game battle to secure the championship

Lakshya Sen reached the Australian Open Super 500 final in Sydney after defeating second seed Chou Tien Chen 17-21, 24-22, 21-16. Sen staged a strong comeback and is the lone Indian left in the tournament after other exits

Kuldeep Yadav picked three wickets as India restricted South Africa to 247/6 on the opening day of the Guwahati Test. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja struck once each, with India taking four wickets in the final session

At the G20 Leaders’ Meeting, PM Modi proposed three initiatives: a G20 counter-drug-terror nexus plan, a Global Traditional Knowledge Repository, and a G20 Global Healthcare Response Team, emphasizing inclusive and sustainable growth and Africa’s skills development

Pakistan defeated India ‘A’ 3-1 in the World Cup of Snooker semifinal in Muscat, with Muhammad Asif starring through brilliant breaks. Pankaj Advani won the opening frame, but Pakistan stormed back to set up a final against Hong Kong China

The FIDE World Cup 2025 semifinals will be decided in tiebreaks after both matches ended in draws. Wei Yi held Esipenko under time pressure, while Nodirbek Yakubboev and Javokhir Sindarov also settled for a cautious stalemate in Panaji

Telangana’s Sakshi Yadav bagged a golden double at the 21st Masters National Swimming Championship in Hyderabad, winning gold in the 50m freestyle (30–34 years) and the 4x50m medley relay at Gachibowli Stadium. Several veterans also excelled across age categories

Tickets for the India-South Africa ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam will go on sale from November 28. ACA officials said 22,000 tickets will be available online, priced between Rs 1200 and Rs 18,000

Mizoram Sports Minister Lal Lallinglova said the North East has the talent to become a sports powerhouse. At the Telangana–North East Connect festival, icons including Mary Kom, Mirabai Chanu and Bhaichung Bhutia emphasized infrastructure, coaching and collaboration for athlete development

In Mandideep, near Bhopal, a shocking act of cruelty unfolded when a disabled farmer was publicly urinated on by his relatives during a dispute over a minor debt. The footage, showing the victim helpless on the roadside as bystanders recorded, sparked outrage across Madhya Pradesh, drawing condemnation from opposition leaders and human rights advocates.

Mominabad Mutiny of 1827 became a significant precursor to later uprisings, shaping early anti-colonial sentiment within the Nizam’s dominions

IMT Hyderabad held its convocation for the 2023–25 batch, where Volvo Group India MD Kamal Bali highlighted global challenges and India’s strong growth outlook. The institute presented its annual report and honoured students with gold, silver and distinguished achievement awards

Nalla Narasimha Reddy Education Society’s School of Pharmacy has secured a three-year NBA accreditation for its UG Pharmacy programme. The institution’s leadership lauded the efforts of students, faculty, and staff in achieving this recognition for academic excellence

Ficci’s Finance Conclave 2025 in Hyderabad highlighted how digitalisation, automation, AI and data analytics are reshaping the finance function. Speakers emphasised agility, precise forecasting, cross-functional collaboration and technology-led strategies needed for financial leadership in an increasingly fast-changing global economic environment