US launches massive attack on Iran
Five explosions were heard across Iran's Qeshm Island as US launched a massive attack on the country, state media IRNA reported. An IRNA correspondent on the island reported that the explosions came in rapid succession. A US official told Reuters that the strikes were defensive measures against Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against US assets.
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08:17 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Five explosions were heard across Iran's Qeshm Island as US launched a massive attack on the country, state media IRNA reported. An IRNA correspondent on the island reported that the explosions came in rapid succession. A US official told Reuters that the strikes were defensive measures against Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against US assets.
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Delhi mandates bonus to outsourced workers ahead of festive season
The Delhi Labour Department has directed all government departments, autonomous bodies and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) to ensure the payment of statutory bonuses to outsourced workers for 2025-26 by November 30, ahead of the forthcoming festive season. Bonus ranges from 8.33% to 20%. Any default by contractors in paying the statutory dues would attract penalties.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
09:42 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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The Delhi Labour Department has directed all government departments, autonomous bodies and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) to ensure the payment of statutory bonuses to outsourced workers for 2025-26 by November 30, ahead of the forthcoming festive season. Bonus ranges from 8.33% to 20%. Any default by contractors in paying the statutory dues would attract penalties.
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09:42 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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2 helicopters collide near Mount Everest in Nepal
Two helicopters crashed at Nepal's Mount Everest Base camp on Tuesday. The incident took place at a heliport in Solukhumbu, 250 km from capital city Kathmandu. One foreigner was confirmed dead, while one Nepalese citizen has been injured. The helicopters involved in collision are of Fish Tail Air and Dynasty Air, ANI reported citing Mausam Tamang, Chief of Police, Solukhumbu.
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10:16 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Two helicopters crashed at Nepal's Mount Everest Base camp on Tuesday. The incident took place at a heliport in Solukhumbu, 250 km from capital city Kathmandu. One foreigner was confirmed dead, while one Nepalese citizen has been injured. The helicopters involved in collision are of Fish Tail Air and Dynasty Air, ANI reported citing Mausam Tamang, Chief of Police, Solukhumbu.
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10:16 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Diwali celebrated at US' North Dakota Governor's residence for 1st time
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong celebrated Diwali for the first time at the Governor's Residence in Bismarck in US. A video of the celebration showed Armstrong interacting with members of the Indian-American community. Kelly Armstrong, First Lady Kjersti Armstrong and Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring along with Indian-American community participated in ceremonial lighting of the diya.
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10:30 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong celebrated Diwali for the first time at the Governor's Residence in Bismarck in US. A video of the celebration showed Armstrong interacting with members of the Indian-American community. Kelly Armstrong, First Lady Kjersti Armstrong and Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring along with Indian-American community participated in ceremonial lighting of the diya.
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10:30 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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India's Prema Rawat breaks world record for smashing fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket
India all-rounder Prema Rawat smashed the fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket history, reaching the landmark off 14 balls for Uttarakhand against Hyderabad in the Senior Women's T20 Trophy on Monday. She surpassed the 15-ball record jointly held by Pakistan's Fatima Sana, England's Marie Kelly and New Zealand's Laura Harris.
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11:05 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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India all-rounder Prema Rawat smashed the fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket history, reaching the landmark off 14 balls for Uttarakhand against Hyderabad in the Senior Women's T20 Trophy on Monday. She surpassed the 15-ball record jointly held by Pakistan's Fatima Sana, England's Marie Kelly and New Zealand's Laura Harris.
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11:05 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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When will Devutthana Ekadashi be observed & when should one break fast?
According to Drik Panchang, the Devutthana Ekadashi tithi begins at 07:15 am on November 20 and ends at 06:31 am the next day, with Parana (fast-breaking) time from 01:11 pm to 03:18 pm on November 21st. Meanwhile, Gauna Devutthana Ekadashi will be observed on November 21st, with Parana time being 06:49 am to 08:56 am on the 22nd.
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11:48 am Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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According to Drik Panchang, the Devutthana Ekadashi tithi begins at 07:15 am on November 20 and ends at 06:31 am the next day, with Parana (fast-breaking) time from 01:11 pm to 03:18 pm on November 21st. Meanwhile, Gauna Devutthana Ekadashi will be observed on November 21st, with Parana time being 06:49 am to 08:56 am on the 22nd.
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Gold, silver prices fall sharply on MCX ahead of Dhanteras
Gold futures for December delivery on MCX fell over โน1,300 per 10 grams to โน1,38,806 on Tuesday. Meanwhile, silver futures dropped more than โน5,000 per kg to โน1,78,624. The decline in precious metal prices comes ahead of Dhanteras, as weakness in international bullion prices ahead of the US midterm election results weighed on investor sentiment.
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12:08 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Gold futures for December delivery on MCX fell over โน1,300 per 10 grams to โน1,38,806 on Tuesday. Meanwhile, silver futures dropped more than โน5,000 per kg to โน1,78,624. The decline in precious metal prices comes ahead of Dhanteras, as weakness in international bullion prices ahead of the US midterm election results weighed on investor sentiment.
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12:08 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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How can gold owners earn from unused gold?
Households can monetise old jewellery, coins and other unused gold items this festive season, helping reduce India's reliance on gold imports. Consumers can sell unwanted jewellery and coins to organised gold buyers. They can also deposit gold with designated banks and earn interest under the government's Gold Monetisation Scheme or lease it to service providers under agreed terms.
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12:39 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Households can monetise old jewellery, coins and other unused gold items this festive season, helping reduce India's reliance on gold imports. Consumers can sell unwanted jewellery and coins to organised gold buyers. They can also deposit gold with designated banks and earn interest under the government's Gold Monetisation Scheme or lease it to service providers under agreed terms.
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12:39 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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What is the significance of Devutthana Ekadashi?
Devutthana Ekadashi or Prabodhini Ekadashi marks the day in Kartik month when Lord Vishnu awakens from his four-month cosmic slumber during the rainy season. Auspicious ceremonies like weddings and housewarmings and new ventures officially resume on or after this day. The day coincides with Tulsi Vivah, the ceremonial wedding of Tulsi plant representing Goddess Lakshmi to Lord Vishnu.
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01:00 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Devutthana Ekadashi or Prabodhini Ekadashi marks the day in Kartik month when Lord Vishnu awakens from his four-month cosmic slumber during the rainy season. Auspicious ceremonies like weddings and housewarmings and new ventures officially resume on or after this day. The day coincides with Tulsi Vivah, the ceremonial wedding of Tulsi plant representing Goddess Lakshmi to Lord Vishnu.
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20-yr-old pilot texted boyfriend, captain recited prayer moments before plane crash in US
Moments before the private plane crashed in the US, the 20-year-old Learjet co-pilot Nathalia Gadelha Filgueira texted her boyfriend, "I've got turbulence, Iโve got ice." Audio from the cockpit captured Captain Jeff Gregory reciting a prayer. "Who are in heaven, hallowed to be the name," he can be heard saying as Filgueira screamed, "Weโre going to crash into the ground."
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12:03 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Moments before the private plane crashed in the US, the 20-year-old Learjet co-pilot Nathalia Gadelha Filgueira texted her boyfriend, "I've got turbulence, Iโve got ice." Audio from the cockpit captured Captain Jeff Gregory reciting a prayer. "Who are in heaven, hallowed to be the name," he can be heard saying as Filgueira screamed, "Weโre going to crash into the ground."
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You can now own land in Ayodhya 15 mins from Ram Mandir at 'The Sarayuยฎ'
Land prices in Ayodhya have risen 25-40% citywide since 2019, backed by Ayodhya's โน85,000 crore Master Plan 2031, said HoABL. You can own luxury villa plots at The Sarayuยฎ, 15 minutes from Ram Mandir, on the banks of holy river Sarayu. The development boasts an upcoming The Leela Palace hotel and landowners like Amitabh Bachchan and Ranbir Kapoor, HoABL added.
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01:24 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Land prices in Ayodhya have risen 25-40% citywide since 2019, backed by Ayodhya's โน85,000 crore Master Plan 2031, said HoABL. You can own luxury villa plots at The Sarayuยฎ, 15 minutes from Ram Mandir, on the banks of holy river Sarayu. The development boasts an upcoming The Leela Palace hotel and landowners like Amitabh Bachchan and Ranbir Kapoor, HoABL added.
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01:24 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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What is Mha Puja, the festival in which people worship themselves?
Mha Puja, a traditional annual ritual in which people worship themselves, is observed by Nepal's Newar community. People symbolically cleanse and worship their body, mind, and speech, holding that the soul is significant in the world and that if the soul is satisfied, the gods are also satisfied. Participants sit in front of a mandala, present offerings and perform rituals.
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01:22 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Mha Puja, a traditional annual ritual in which people worship themselves, is observed by Nepal's Newar community. People symbolically cleanse and worship their body, mind, and speech, holding that the soul is significant in the world and that if the soul is satisfied, the gods are also satisfied. Participants sit in front of a mandala, present offerings and perform rituals.
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What should buyers check before purchasing gold online?
Before purchasing gold or silver online on Dhanteras, buyers should check purity, weight and product specifications. They should also check the jeweller, manufacturer or supplier's name and verify the authenticity document provided with the product. Buyers should check the final price as it may include a premium with applicable taxes and compare it with other platforms and jewellery retailers.
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01:17 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Before purchasing gold or silver online on Dhanteras, buyers should check purity, weight and product specifications. They should also check the jeweller, manufacturer or supplier's name and verify the authenticity document provided with the product. Buyers should check the final price as it may include a premium with applicable taxes and compare it with other platforms and jewellery retailers.
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Lotus-shaped firecracker becomes Diwali attraction in Bengal after BJP's victory
A lotus-shaped firework has emerged as a major attraction at the Khawakhali fireworks market in Siliguri ahead of Diwali. The specially designed firecracker rises three feet above the ground before bursting into a lotus-shaped formation. A buyer said that just as the lotus bloomed in West Bengal this year, it would bloom again in the form of firecrackers during Diwali.
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02:38 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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A lotus-shaped firework has emerged as a major attraction at the Khawakhali fireworks market in Siliguri ahead of Diwali. The specially designed firecracker rises three feet above the ground before bursting into a lotus-shaped formation. A buyer said that just as the lotus bloomed in West Bengal this year, it would bloom again in the form of firecrackers during Diwali.
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How can consumers identify genuine green firecrackers?
Green crackers carry the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) logo and a QR code which shows the product's authenticity and certification details. CSIR-NEERI's website carries a list of registered manufacturers permitted to make green crackers. Supreme Court banned use of crackers not approved by CSIR-NEERI in Delhi-NCR.
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02:30 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Green crackers carry the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) logo and a QR code which shows the product's authenticity and certification details. CSIR-NEERI's website carries a list of registered manufacturers permitted to make green crackers. Supreme Court banned use of crackers not approved by CSIR-NEERI in Delhi-NCR.
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Passengers lie down near plane after SpiceJet cancels flight at last minute; video goes viral
Several SpiceJet passengers faced trouble after the airline cancelled the Mumbai-Gorakhpur flight at the last minute on Sunday night. A viral video shows a few passengers lying on floor near the plane. The cabin crew allegedly left after making the announcement about the cancellation. "They offered you a special package of ground-level experience with sleeper class," an online user said.
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01:57 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Several SpiceJet passengers faced trouble after the airline cancelled the Mumbai-Gorakhpur flight at the last minute on Sunday night. A viral video shows a few passengers lying on floor near the plane. The cabin crew allegedly left after making the announcement about the cancellation. "They offered you a special package of ground-level experience with sleeper class," an online user said.
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What essentials should you keep ready as nations warn citizens to prepare for emergency?
Governments in the UK, the US, Japan, and across Europe are urging citizens to prepare for emergencies, with many advising people to keep essential supplies for at least 72 hours. An emergency kit should contain drinking water, non-perishable food, a battery-powered radio, a torch, a first-aid kit and essential medicines. It should also include blankets, a phone charger and cash.
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03:34 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Governments in the UK, the US, Japan, and across Europe are urging citizens to prepare for emergencies, with many advising people to keep essential supplies for at least 72 hours. An emergency kit should contain drinking water, non-perishable food, a battery-powered radio, a torch, a first-aid kit and essential medicines. It should also include blankets, a phone charger and cash.
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03:34 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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What items are needed for Lakshmi Puja on Diwali?
Lakshmi Puja during Diwali requires several items, including idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha, a kalash, flowers, diyas and sacred offerings. Other essentials include kumkum, haldi, rice, incense sticks, camphor, fruits, sweets and panchamrit. Devotees also decorate their entrances with rangoli, flower garlands and Lakshmi footprints, though rituals and materials may vary across regions.
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03:32 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Lakshmi Puja during Diwali requires several items, including idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha, a kalash, flowers, diyas and sacred offerings. Other essentials include kumkum, haldi, rice, incense sticks, camphor, fruits, sweets and panchamrit. Devotees also decorate their entrances with rangoli, flower garlands and Lakshmi footprints, though rituals and materials may vary across regions.
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CAIT projects Diwali festive sales to cross โน7 lakh cr across India
The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has projected Diwali festive turnover of over โน7 lakh crore across India, including over โน1 lakh crore in Delhi. CAIT's Praveen Khandelwal said political activity and repeated disruptions had affected Delhi's trading conditions over the past month. He attributed the projections to returning customers and renewed interest in traditional market shopping.
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03:52 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has projected Diwali festive turnover of over โน7 lakh crore across India, including over โน1 lakh crore in Delhi. CAIT's Praveen Khandelwal said political activity and repeated disruptions had affected Delhi's trading conditions over the past month. He attributed the projections to returning customers and renewed interest in traditional market shopping.
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03:52 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Where should diyas be lit in a house on Dhanteras?
Lighting a diya with appropriate oil or ghee and placing it in right spot on evening of Dhanteras helps remove Vastu defects and negative energy from home, ABP Live reported. Yama Deepak, most prominent diya, should be lit outside main gate on southern side. Another diya should be placed in front of the idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber.
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04:06 pm Tuesday, 03 November 2026
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Lighting a diya with appropriate oil or ghee and placing it in right spot on evening of Dhanteras helps remove Vastu defects and negative energy from home, ABP Live reported. Yama Deepak, most prominent diya, should be lit outside main gate on southern side. Another diya should be placed in front of the idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber.
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