Two Chinese nationals were arrested in Tamil Nadu for allegedly operating illegal digital loan applications. They are accused of scamming individuals by offering quick loans with high interest rates and using coercive methods to recover the money. The ED investigation revealed that they laundered the proceeds through cryptocurrency platforms.

India is gearing up for by-elections across 15 assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand. The elections, scheduled for Wednesday with results expected on November 23, will be a key test for both the INDIA bloc and NDA alliances.

IIT Roorkee and Kyoto University have partnered to launch IN-CBI, a joint research laboratory in Kyoto. The lab will focus on developing solutions for global health and environmental challenges, starting with healthy aging and eye health. The collaboration brings together expertise in fields like AI, machine learning, and chemical biology to create innovative solutions.

The Assam government has decided to rename Karimganj district to Sribhumi, fulfilling a long-standing demand inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's description of the region. The state cabinet also announced plans for panchayat elections by February and an investment summit in 2025.

Maharashtra gears up for a one-day assembly election with all 288 seats in contention. Public transport will operate normally, while schools and government offices will be closed. Financial institutions and liquor shops will also remain shut on election day.

Jharkhand held the first of its two-phase assembly elections with 43 constituencies voting. Over 66% of voters turned out peacefully to choose from candidates fielded by alliances led by the BJP and the incumbent Congress-JMM coalition. The second phase will be held on November 20th, coinciding with Maharashtra's single-phase election.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and other political leaders criticized Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) for allegedly using Hindi predominantly on its website. They called it a form of Hindi imposition and demanded a rollback. LIC responded by saying a technical glitch caused the issue and has now been resolved.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi after BJP leader Vinod Tawde was accused of distributing money to voters in Maharashtra. Gandhi linked the incident to Modi's campaign slogan, implying misuse of public funds. Tawde denied wrongdoing, while BJP called the allegations a conspiracy.

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) is urging the Kerala government to stop what they call the 'oppression of devotees' at the Sabarimala shrine. They object to practices like including Vavar in traditions, claiming it distorts Hindu customs. The VHP also criticizes the lack of amenities for pilgrims and alleges financial exploitation by the Devaswom Board.

Indian news agency ANI has taken legal action against OpenAI, alleging the use of its content without permission to train the AI chatbot ChatGPT. ANI claims OpenAI fabricated news stories attributed to them and seeks licensing agreements similar to those with other major publications. OpenAI states it has stopped using ANI content and operates within legal boundaries.

Paytm has expanded its UPI payment services to international destinations including the UAE, Singapore, France, Mauritius, Bhutan, and Nepal. This will allow Indian travelers to make cashless transactions using their Paytm app at UPI-enabled locations in these countries, offering greater convenience for retail purchases, dining, and other activities.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Lucknow arrested Ravi Attri and Subhash Prakash, the masterminds behind the Uttar Pradesh Police Constable and UPPSC RO/ARO exam paper leaks. They are accused of leaking papers to candidates and generating significant illegal proceeds. The ED has been granted custody for further investigation.

The Delhi Metro reached a new record ridership of over 7.8 million passengers on November 18, surpassing its previous high set just three months prior. This surge comes as Delhi grapples with severe air pollution, prompting many to choose the metro over private vehicles. The DMRC has increased services and promoted the metro's environmental benefits to encourage ridership.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has penned a letter to President Draupadi Murmu, urging her intervention in the Manipur crisis. Kharge criticizes both the central and state governments for failing to restore peace, highlighting the escalating violence and displacement that has plagued the region for 18 months.

The Congress party has launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led government over the ongoing crisis in Manipur, alleging a disarray within the ruling NDA coalition and demanding Prime Minister Modi's immediate intervention. They highlighted the poor attendance at a recent NDA meeting as evidence of the turmoil and criticized the Prime Minister's silence on the matter.

Campaigning for the second phase of the Jharkhand assembly elections concluded on Monday. Thirty-eight constituencies will vote on Wednesday, determining the fate of prominent figures like Hemant Soren and Babulal Marandi. The results for all 81 assembly seats will be declared on November 23rd.

BVA workers led by MLA Kshitij Thakur disrupted a BJP meeting alleging cash distribution by BJP leader Vinod Tawde. Tawde refuted the claims, urging an inquiry by the Election Commission. The incident has fueled controversy ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections.

Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai has called for an emergency meeting with his federal counterpart to address the capital's severe pollution levels. Rai is demanding immediate approval for cloud seeding and criticized the central government for inaction, urging Prime Minister Modi to intervene.

Former AAP leader and Delhi MLA Kailash Gahlot joined the BJP after accusing his former party of abandoning its founding principles. Gahlot expressed disappointment with the AAP, stating that the values that attracted him and many others to the party had been compromised, leading to his departure.

The Samajwadi Party has accused Uttar Pradesh police of forcing Muslim women voters to remove their veils for identification during the Lok Sabha elections, deterring many from voting. While Congress echoed these concerns, Union Minister Giriraj Singh defended the practice, deeming it legally permissible for voter verification. By-elections in nine Uttar Pradesh constituencies are scheduled for November 20.

BVA workers led by MLA Kshitij Thakur disrupted a BJP meeting alleging cash distribution by BJP leader Vinod Tawde. Tawde refuted the claims, urging an inquiry by the Election Commission. The incident has fueled controversy ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met during the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro to discuss recent progress in easing border tensions. Both sides acknowledged the positive steps in disengagement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and talked about future steps to improve bilateral relations.

The Supreme Court withdrew its order requesting the President to decide on Balwant Singh Rajoana's mercy plea after the solicitor general assured to brief the court on the Centre's stand. Rajoana was convicted for the 1995 assassination of former Punjab CM Beant Singh and has been in jail for 29 years.

During the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met to discuss strengthening the strategic partnership between their two nations. The leaders announced a Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-2029 focusing on collaboration in trade, investment, and technology.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her 107th birth anniversary. Gandhi, India's first and only female prime minister, served from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. She is remembered as a towering figure in Indian politics.

Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and a suspect in multiple high-profile cases, has been detained in Sacramento, US. Accused of crimes including the murder of Baba Siddique and involvement in the shooting outside Salman Khan's residence, Bishnoi is also suspected of providing support in the murder of Sidhu Moosewala.