Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Chinese counterpart General Li Shangfu held a bilateral meeting in Vientiane, Laos, to discuss the next steps in the peace-building process along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This meeting follows agreements to de-escalate border tensions and initiate coordinated patrols in disputed areas.

The Delhi High Court has temporarily halted the trial court proceedings against senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering case. Chidambaram is contesting the trial court's acceptance of the Enforcement Directorate's complaint against him and his son, arguing that proper prosecution sanction was required as he was a public servant during the alleged offense, and the absence of such sanction renders the proceedings invalid.

On Maharashtra's election day, BJP released an audio recording, alleging NCP's Supriya Sule and Congress's Nana Patole of using Bitcoin scam money for election funding. While Sule denied the allegations and filed a defamation case, her brother and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar confirmed her voice in the recording. Patole also refuted the claims, calling them BJP's tactics to influence voters.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar confirmed that the voice in the leaked audio clips accusing his sister, Supriya Sule, of using Bitcoin for illegal campaign funding belongs to her. He stated that while he recognizes her voice, an inquiry will be conducted to uncover the truth.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Guyana for the first time in 56 years, marking a historic visit to strengthen ties between the two nations. Warmly welcomed by Guyanese President Irfaan Ali, Modi will address Guyana's parliament, participate in the India-CARICOM summit, and explore opportunities in sectors like hydrocarbons and defense to enhance bilateral cooperation.

Supriya Sule, NCP-SCP MP, refuted allegations of using bitcoin for funding the Maharashtra Assembly elections, calling them «lies and fake.» She filed complaints with cybercrime and for criminal defamation against BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi. Sule expressed readiness to address the accusations publicly.

Voting is underway in 15 assembly constituencies across four Indian states: Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand. These bypolls, while significant, won't alter the legislative assemblies' composition. The outcomes hold particular interest as they present the first electoral test for both the INDIA bloc and the NDA since the Lok Sabha elections. Results are anticipated on November 23.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau briefly interacted at the G20 Summit in Brazil amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.

Divisions within the BJP's Manipur unit intensified as 19 party MLAs skipped an NDA meeting concerning the ongoing ethnic conflict. The meeting, boycotted by Kuki representatives, resolved to take action against «Kuki militants» allegedly responsible for the deaths of six Meiteis.

The FBI has stepped up its efforts to locate Vikash Yadav, a former R&AW operative, by releasing wanted posters in Punjabi and Hindi. This development comes despite Indian authorities informing the FBI that Yadav is currently out on bail after being jailed for alleged robbery.

The G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro produced a declaration that, like its predecessor in New Delhi, avoided directly criticizing Russia for the Ukraine conflict. While acknowledging the war's global consequences, the declaration emphasized peace efforts and condemned nuclear threats, reflecting a consensus reached after intense negotiations.

Over 1.23 crore voters in Jharkhand are casting their ballots today in the final phase of the assembly elections. Key figures like Chief Minister Hemant Soren and BJP state president Babulal Marandi await their fate as 528 candidates compete for 38 seats. The ruling JMM faces a challenge from the BJP, particularly in tribal areas.

Maharashtra gears up for a crucial Assembly election, with the ruling Mahayuti and opposition MVA vying for power. Key issues include economic distress, caste dynamics, and the impact of regional party splits. While the Mahayuti highlights welfare schemes, the opposition criticizes their performance and divisive rhetoric.

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.

Senior Congress leader Okram Ibobi Singh voiced concerns over a deleted social media post by party colleague P Chidambaram regarding the Manipur crisis. The post, which suggested regional autonomy for different communities and criticized Manipur CM Biren Singh, was deemed potentially misleading.

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.