The Supreme Court has mandated that total reservations for SC, ST, and OBCs in Maharashtra civic body elections must not exceed 50%. The court warned it would halt the nomination process in constituencies breaching this limit. Elections will proceed based on pre-July 2010 OBC reservation norms, as the Banthia Commission's report is not yet finalized.

The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre and Rajasthan government regarding a plea challenging the state's anti-conversion law. Filed by 'The Jaipur Catholic Welfare Society', the petition argues the law unfairly targets minority communities and creates a chilling effect. The court will hear the case alongside similar petitions against other states' laws.

The Election Commission has ordered a special revision of Assam's electoral roll for the upcoming assembly polls, with January 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. This mandatory house-to-house verification aims to include all eligible citizens without requiring proof of eligibility. Details of 'doubtful' voters will be carried forward pending tribunal orders.

Overall unemployment held steady at 5.2% in October, though urban joblessness rose to a three-month high of 7%. The Labour Force Participation Rate reached a six-month high of 55.4%, driven by a significant increase in female participation, particularly in rural areas. This surge in the female workforce contributed to a rising overall worker population ratio.

An emotional Tejashwi Prasad Yadav offered to step down as RJD legislative party leader, but was urged by patriarch Lalu Prasad to continue. The party's poor election performance was discussed, with leaders blaming EVMs and demanding a return to ballot papers for future elections.

Garowe (HOL) — A senior Puntland government delegation visited the Puntland Defence Forces stationed in the newly liberated town of Dhaadaar on Monday to boost troop morale and assess the security situation in the area.

Mr Justice Peel made the ruling in relation to a child named D despite the history of serious domestic abuse.

Jonte William Bluck, aged nine months, suffered massive head injuries when he was killed by an XL Bully dog while staying with his father for the weekend, an inquest heard today.

Piers Morgan has broken his silence on Kelly Brook's feud with Ant and Dec amid her appearance on their show, I'm A Celebrity on Sunday night. 

The Supreme Court agreed to review what it means for a migrant to “arrive” in the United States.

Poonch police are offering a Rs 5 lakh reward for vital information on terrorist presence or activities, encouraging public vigilance. Informants' identities will be protected. This initiative follows a previous announcement of Rs 12.5 lakh for intelligence on trans-border activities. Security has also been heightened at Jammu railway station after a terror module linked to a Delhi blast was uncovered.

India's Chandrayaan-4 lunar sample-return mission, a complex joint effort with Japan, is slated for a 2028 launch. This initiative aims to explore lunar resources and develop crucial operational technologies. Concurrently, ISRO is progressing with its manned lunar mission target of 2040 and the Bharatiya Antariksha Station by 2035.

Mr Justice Peel made the ruling in relation to a child named D despite the history of serious domestic abuse.

[Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance] Major push by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and lower-income countries to extend access to the HPV vaccine has reached its target ahead of schedule - helping protect an estimated [1] 86 million girls in the world's highest-risk countries from cervical cancer, and preventing an estimated 1.4 million future deaths By the end of 2025, the vaccine will be available in countries where 89% of global cervical cancer cases currently occur Gavi's HPV vaccine programme has generated US$2.32 billion in economic

[Premium Times] Last Thursday, the Nigerian government said the implementation of a 15 per cent import duty on petrol and diesel, approved by President Bola Tinubu, in October was «no longer in view».

The National Investigation Agency has arrested Jasir Bilal Wani from Srinagar. He is linked to Delhi suicide bomber Umar Un Nabi. Wani's father died after setting himself ablaze. Investigations reveal Wani provided technical support for terror attacks. He allegedly modified drones and attempted to make rockets. The NIA is continuing its search for all involved in the bombing.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's Moscow visit focused on high-level discussions ahead of President Putin's India trip. Discussions covered bilateral ties, regional stability including Ukraine, and preparations for the upcoming annual summit. Both nations anticipate significant outcomes to deepen their «Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.»

Iran has suspended its visa-waiver facility for Indian passport holders starting November 22, 2025, following incidents where Indians were lured with false job promises and subsequently kidnapped for ransom. The Ministry of External Affairs advises vigilance against agents offering such arrangements. This action aims to curb the misuse of the visa-free entry for criminal activities.

A major step toward strengthening Malawi’s food security is underway in Kasungu, where the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR), in partnership with the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), is training frontline agricultural officers and lead farmers in food systems governance. The week-long training, running from 17–21 November 2025, brings together Assistant […] The post LUANAR, Norwegian University empower frontline farmers with cutting-edge food systems governance skills appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[Nile Post] The M23 rebel movement has rejected a decision by President Félix Tshisekedi's government to prepare for the reopening of Goma International Airport, describing Kinshasa's move as «illusory» and devoid of legitimacy.

Kirsty Gallacher cut a sad and lonely figure last week as she walked, alone, into High Wycombe Magistrates' Court, where she was banned from driving for six months.

Residents are furious at the plans for Crowborough Army Training Camp in East Sussex, with 2,000 people flooding the streets for a noisy protest yesterday.

Proposals set out by Shabana Mahmood this afternoon stress that the government wants to limit the scope for failed applicants to appeal.

The first B-52 mission with aerial refueling lasted around eight hours, during which the plane reportedly reached Finland’s border with Russia

Stepan Kuvachev said that Russian forces inflict substantial losses on enemy personnel and equipment

According to Leonid Slutsky, prospects for the diplomatic settlement between the United States and Venezuela can now be viewed only through the lens of Donald Trump’s statement

Alexander Mikheyev noted that countries across Asia and Africa are among the prospective buyers

One of the first four test benches was delivered to the construction site of the reactor in South France

George R.R. Martin, author of the Game of Thrones books, received a private tour this weekend of Edda – the House of Icelandic Language, where he familiarized himself with the nation’s cultural heritage: the Icelandic manuscripts.

The Icelandic Confederation of Labour (ASÍ) anticipates an interest rate cut on Wednesday, when the Central Bank of Iceland’s Monetary Policy Committee announces its decision.

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia is rolling out biometric national identity cards to replace passports as the country’s primary form of identification; a move officials say will underpin its digital transformation and expand access to essential services.