Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu mourned the passing of veteran actor Dharmendra, hailing his «end of an era» contribution to Indian cinema. The 89-year-old actor, known as the 'He-Man of Bollywood', leaves behind a legacy of over 300 films and memorable performances.

The BJP has criticized Rahul Gandhi for his absence at the oath-taking ceremony of Justice Surya Kant as the new Chief Justice of India. Party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged Gandhi's boycott showed disrespect to B.R. Ambedkar and the Constitution, suggesting a preference for 'parivaar tantra' over constitutional norms. The event saw the presence of top government dignitaries.

Christian Michel, an accused in the AgustaWestland chopper scam, has challenged a provision of the India-UAE extradition treaty before the Delhi High Court. He argues that he should only be prosecuted for the specific offences for which he was extradited, not connected ones. Michel also seeks release from jail, claiming he has served the maximum sentence for the charges.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed alarm to the Election Commission over two «disturbing» developments concerning the state's election machinery. She questioned the outsourcing of data entry work by the Chief Electoral Officer and the proposal to set up polling booths in private housing complexes, citing concerns about fairness and potential political influence.

BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized protesters at India Gate for raising slogans supporting a slain Naxal commander, accusing them of being influenced by «pollution of Marx and Mao.» The protest, initially against air pollution, saw demonstrators holding posters of Madvi Hidma, leading to arrests by Delhi Police for obstructing personnel and assaulting them.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju is in Bhutan to bring back sacred relics of Lord Buddha. These relics were displayed in Bhutan from November 8 to 18. The exposition highlighted the spiritual and cultural ties between India and Bhutan. Bhutan's Prime Minister thanked India for the significant event. Prime Minister Modi also expressed gratitude for the warm reception of the relics.

An Afghanistan Ariana flight mistakenly landed on a departure runway at Delhi Airport on Sunday afternoon. The Airbus A310, cleared for runway 29L, touched down on 29R, which is designated for takeoffs. Fortunately, no aircraft was present on the runway at the time, averting a potential disaster. Aviation authorities are investigating the serious incident.

India's coastal defence has been significantly bolstered with the commissioning of INS Mahe, the first of eight Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts. Built by Cochin Shipyard Limited, this indigenous vessel is designed for high-tempo ASW missions and coastal patrol in shallow waters, enhancing India's maritime security capabilities.

Anti-pollution protests in Delhi turned political as demonstrators displayed pro-Maoist posters, leading to over 22 arrests. Police reported protesters used chilli spray on personnel. The BJP labelled them 'professional protesters' and 'urban Naxals.' Meanwhile, Aam Aadmi Party questioned the BJP-led Delhi government's «inaction» on the pollution as the air quality remained «very poor» in the region.

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) described the Tejas aircraft crash in Dubai, which resulted in the death of IAF pilot Wing Commander Namansh Syal, as an «isolated occurrence caused by exceptional circumstances.» The company assured that the incident has no impact on its business operations or future deliveries, while its shares experienced a significant drop before partially recovering.

Authorities in Jammu division apprehended three drug peddlers, seizing over Rs 2 lakh and banned tablets in Katra. Properties of two others, including a house and a car valued at over Rs 22 lakh, were attached. Investigations into a major heroin seizure are ongoing, with further arrests anticipated.

A man, Imran, has been arrested for allegedly strangling a 60-year-old woman, Joshina, in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district. Police say Joshina had pressured Imran to marry her. After reviewing extensive CCTV footage, investigators traced Imran, who reportedly confessed to killing her to 'get rid of her' and then attempting to stage the scene.

Chief Justice BR Gavai defended the collegium system, stressing the importance of filtering out the 'creamy layer' from SC quotas and urging the government to take action. He expressed regret over not appointing enough women judges during his tenure and reaffirmed his decision to forgo post-retirement positions, ensuring his contentment with his judicial service.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh said borders can change and the Sindh region might rejoin India. highlighting country's long civilisational links with the region. Singh referenced L K Advani's views on Sindhi Hindus still not able to accept the separation. He added everyone who considers Indus river pious is our own.

Rahul Gandhi has alleged widespread «chaos» due to the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, claiming 16 Booth Level Officers died from work-related stress. He called the exercise an «imposed tyranny» and a «conspiracy» to protect those in power.

Prime Minister Modi stressed the urgent need to reform the UN Security Council, urging India, Brazil, and South Africa to champion global governance overhauls. He advocated for enhanced security cooperation, including institutionalizing NSA-level dialogues, and proposed an 'IBSA Digital Innovation Alliance' for technology sharing. Discussions also covered climate resilience and South-South cooperation.

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami offered prayers at the Brahmaji Temple in Pushkar, Ajmer on Sunday. During the worship, the chief minister prayed for the well-being and prosperity of Rajasthan and its people.

Wing Commander Namansh Syal died in a Tejas fighter jet crash in Dubai. The aircraft crashed during an aerobatic demonstration. His mortal remains were brought to his native village in Himachal Pradesh. Villagers and family members paid emotional tributes. The Indian Air Force is investigating the cause of the mishap. This is the second Tejas crash since its induction.

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah's tenure is under renewed speculation as the Congress government reaches its halfway mark. Party chief Mallikarjun Kharge stated the high command will decide on any leadership changes, while Siddaramaiah maintains the buzz is media-driven. Friction reportedly exists over a cabinet reshuffle, with supporters of Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar seeking clarity on leadership first.

Two wildlife trafficking suspects were apprehended by police in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, with 74 rare turtles. The duo, identified as Yanendra Gangwar and Arsh Pathania, were intercepted while attempting to transport the animals to Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand, for local buyers. The vehicle used in the smuggling attempt was also seized.

Sonam Wangchuk's wife challenges his detention under the NSA in the Supreme Court, calling it illegal and a violation of fundamental rights. The plea argues his arrest is based on stale allegations and aims to silence dissent, not address security. Wangchuk's wife also appealed to the President, alleging a 'witch-hunt'.