Earthquake in Bengal due to SIR?: BJP as Mamata claims SIR caused 28 deaths
Strong tremors were felt in Kolkata and adjoining areas on Friday morning after a 5.5-magnitude earthquake hit Bangladesh. Taking a dig at West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, BJP's state unit wrote on X, "Was [the earthquake] because of Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?" This comes after Mamata claimed 28 electoral workers have died due to work overload since SIR began.
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01:08 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Strong tremors were felt in Kolkata and adjoining areas on Friday morning after a 5.5-magnitude earthquake hit Bangladesh. Taking a dig at West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, BJP's state unit wrote on X, "Was [the earthquake] because of Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?" This comes after Mamata claimed 28 electoral workers have died due to work overload since SIR began.
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Delhi bans outdoor activities in schools amid air pollution
The Delhi government has ordered schools to suspend outdoor activities and sports amid air pollution in the national capital. This comes a day after the Supreme Court asked Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to consider issuing directions to Delhi schools to halt sports activities scheduled in November and December. Notably, Delhi saw 'very poor' air quality on Friday.
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01:03 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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The Delhi government has ordered schools to suspend outdoor activities and sports amid air pollution in the national capital. This comes a day after the Supreme Court asked Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to consider issuing directions to Delhi schools to halt sports activities scheduled in November and December. Notably, Delhi saw 'very poor' air quality on Friday.
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01:03 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Why is taking several short walks better than 60-min walk in morning?
Neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar has recommended that a person should take several 5-10 minute walks rather than walking 60 minutes in the morning and then sitting the rest of the day. Breaking up the sitting time "improves blood sugar and cholesterol levels, lowers heart attack and stroke risk, keeps metabolism active all day and boosts focus and energy," he said.
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01:25 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar has recommended that a person should take several 5-10 minute walks rather than walking 60 minutes in the morning and then sitting the rest of the day. Breaking up the sitting time "improves blood sugar and cholesterol levels, lowers heart attack and stroke risk, keeps metabolism active all day and boosts focus and energy," he said.
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Do your karma, dots will connect: RBI Guv advice to students
Interacting with students at Delhi School of Economics in national capital, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra recalled the words of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. "Do your Karma, do your work, do it with passion, do it with hard work, the dots will connect," Malhotra stated, in response to student's question asking for tips to become RBI Governor.
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01:24 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Interacting with students at Delhi School of Economics in national capital, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra recalled the words of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. "Do your Karma, do your work, do it with passion, do it with hard work, the dots will connect," Malhotra stated, in response to student's question asking for tips to become RBI Governor.
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Rare rule bars Usman Khawaja from opening in 1st Ashes Test
Australia's Usman Khawaja was barred from opening the first innings in the first Ashes Test due to a rare rule. Khawaja spent around 30 minutes off the field during England’s innings. Under the playing conditions, if a player is off field for more than eight minutes, they must return to field for the same duration before being allowed to bat/bowl.
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01:23 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Australia's Usman Khawaja was barred from opening the first innings in the first Ashes Test due to a rare rule. Khawaja spent around 30 minutes off the field during England’s innings. Under the playing conditions, if a player is off field for more than eight minutes, they must return to field for the same duration before being allowed to bat/bowl.
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India-based trader among 17 sanctioned by US over trade with Iran
An India-based petroleum products trader is on the list of 17 entities sanctioned by US administration "to stem the flow of revenue that the Iranian regime uses to advance its nuclear programme". TR6 Petro India LLP has been sanctioned for “knowingly engaging” with Iran. All property and interests in property of the designated entities that are in US are blocked.
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01:22 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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An India-based petroleum products trader is on the list of 17 entities sanctioned by US administration "to stem the flow of revenue that the Iranian regime uses to advance its nuclear programme". TR6 Petro India LLP has been sanctioned for “knowingly engaging” with Iran. All property and interests in property of the designated entities that are in US are blocked.
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Black cumin seeds can help prevent obesity, study finds
Black cumin seeds, commonly used in curries, have anti-obesity benefits as their extract inhibits the formation and maturation of fat cells, a study published in journal Food Science & Nutrition has found. Participants who consumed 5g of black cumin seed powder daily for eight weeks showed improvements in blood lipid profiles, which lowers risk of heart conditions, researchers stated.
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01:58 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Black cumin seeds, commonly used in curries, have anti-obesity benefits as their extract inhibits the formation and maturation of fat cells, a study published in journal Food Science & Nutrition has found. Participants who consumed 5g of black cumin seed powder daily for eight weeks showed improvements in blood lipid profiles, which lowers risk of heart conditions, researchers stated.
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First video of 2,600 kg ammonium nitrate hidden in Delhi blast co-accused's house surfaces
A video has surfaced showing around 2,600 kg of ammonium nitrate recovered from the Delhi car blast co-accused Dr Muzammil's Faridabad house. The video, which was reportedly filmed a day before the car blast, shows the house in an isolated location with 50 sacks of ammonium nitrate stacked inside, ABP News reported. This chemical was reportedly used in the blast.
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01:51 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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A video has surfaced showing around 2,600 kg of ammonium nitrate recovered from the Delhi car blast co-accused Dr Muzammil's Faridabad house. The video, which was reportedly filmed a day before the car blast, shows the house in an isolated location with 50 sacks of ammonium nitrate stacked inside, ABP News reported. This chemical was reportedly used in the blast.
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01:51 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Got to question Bazball & its brain: Vaughan on England's 172/10
Former England captain Michael Vaughan criticised England's batting in the first innings against Australia in the first Ashes Test and said, "The way the last few wickets down. Really poor." "You’ve got to question Bazball and its brain...The tailenders should've looked to bat with Jamie Smith," Vaughan added. Australia bowled England out for 172 runs in their first innings.
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02:10 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Former England captain Michael Vaughan criticised England's batting in the first innings against Australia in the first Ashes Test and said, "The way the last few wickets down. Really poor." "You’ve got to question Bazball and its brain...The tailenders should've looked to bat with Jamie Smith," Vaughan added. Australia bowled England out for 172 runs in their first innings.
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Clip shows Trump's son playing dandiya with Anant on Chogada song
A video showed US President Donald Trump's son Donald Trump Jr playing dandiya with Reliance Industries' Executive Director Anant Ambani on the 'Chogada' song. They, along with Radhika Merchant, were also seen dancing during the puja at the temple complex inside the Vantara wildlife sanctuary in Jamnagar. Trump Jr also toured the sprawling 3,000-acre Vantara campus.
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02:28 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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A video showed US President Donald Trump's son Donald Trump Jr playing dandiya with Reliance Industries' Executive Director Anant Ambani on the 'Chogada' song. They, along with Radhika Merchant, were also seen dancing during the puja at the temple complex inside the Vantara wildlife sanctuary in Jamnagar. Trump Jr also toured the sprawling 3,000-acre Vantara campus.
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'Pak's military success over India showcased Chinese weaponry,' claims US panel; China responds
In a report submitted to US Congress, US-China Economic and Security Review Commission claimed, "Pakistan's military success over India in its four-day clash showcased Chinese weaponry." "Beijing opportunistically leveraged the conflict to test weapons," the report added. Calling the report "misinformation", China said, "This so-called commission...always harbours ideological bias against China."
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02:20 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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In a report submitted to US Congress, US-China Economic and Security Review Commission claimed, "Pakistan's military success over India in its four-day clash showcased Chinese weaponry." "Beijing opportunistically leveraged the conflict to test weapons," the report added. Calling the report "misinformation", China said, "This so-called commission...always harbours ideological bias against China."
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Video shows Miss Norway dressed up as salmon at Miss Universe
Miss Norway Leonora Lysglimt-Rødland dressed up as a salmon during the national costume round at Miss Universe. She paid tribute to the country's maritime heritage as Norway is one of the largest exporters of salmon in the world. "This salmon-inspired gown mirrors...the essence of Norway's leading export," the host was heard saying in a viral video of her walk.
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02:18 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Miss Norway Leonora Lysglimt-Rødland dressed up as a salmon during the national costume round at Miss Universe. She paid tribute to the country's maritime heritage as Norway is one of the largest exporters of salmon in the world. "This salmon-inspired gown mirrors...the essence of Norway's leading export," the host was heard saying in a viral video of her walk.
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02:18 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Indian CEO takes early flight back from Delhi after pollution tiggers coughing, headache
G42 India CEO Manu Kumar Jain claimed his eyes were watering, throat was burning, he kept coughing and had a mild headache due to air pollution just a few hours after arriving in Delhi for meetings. "I was forced to take an earlier flight back," he said. He added that the impact was "even higher" because he forgot his mask.
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02:37 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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G42 India CEO Manu Kumar Jain claimed his eyes were watering, throat was burning, he kept coughing and had a mild headache due to air pollution just a few hours after arriving in Delhi for meetings. "I was forced to take an earlier flight back," he said. He added that the impact was "even higher" because he forgot his mask.
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Explosion at glue factory in Pakistan, 15 killed
At least 15 people died after a boiler exploded at a glue-making factory in Faisalabad, a city in Punjab province of Pakistan. A local administrator said the explosion terribly damaged the factory building and spread panic across the area. In 2024, nearly a dozen workers were injured in a similar boiler explosion at a textile mill in Faisalabad.
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02:34 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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At least 15 people died after a boiler exploded at a glue-making factory in Faisalabad, a city in Punjab province of Pakistan. A local administrator said the explosion terribly damaged the factory building and spread panic across the area. In 2024, nearly a dozen workers were injured in a similar boiler explosion at a textile mill in Faisalabad.
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Who is Deepak Prakash, new Bihar minister who didn't fight polls?
Deepak Prakash, son of Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) chief Upendra Kushwaha, took the oath as a minister in Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's government on Thursday. He is expected to be nominated to the Legislative Council within the next six months, as he didn't contest the Assembly elections. His mother, Snehlata Kushwaha, contested the polls and won from Sasaram seat.
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02:30 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Deepak Prakash, son of Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) chief Upendra Kushwaha, took the oath as a minister in Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's government on Thursday. He is expected to be nominated to the Legislative Council within the next six months, as he didn't contest the Assembly elections. His mother, Snehlata Kushwaha, contested the polls and won from Sasaram seat.
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What do the letters & percentages shown on display screens in metros mean?
The display screens at the Delhi metro stations show letters and corresponding percentages at the stop. The percentage denotes the capacity of individual coaches at which they are running, News18 reported. The higher the percentage, the higher the occupancy. For example, C5 displaying 100% means the fifth coach from the first car is running at its full capacity.
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02:59 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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The display screens at the Delhi metro stations show letters and corresponding percentages at the stop. The percentage denotes the capacity of individual coaches at which they are running, News18 reported. The higher the percentage, the higher the occupancy. For example, C5 displaying 100% means the fifth coach from the first car is running at its full capacity.
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EC warns about scammers sending OTPs in name of SIR
Election Commission has warned that scammers claiming to be its representatives are sending OTPs to people and asking them to share them as part of ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise to steal their money. No official will ask for OTPs during the SIR process, EC clarified, adding that no OTP is needed for any corrections in the voter list.
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02:58 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Election Commission has warned that scammers claiming to be its representatives are sending OTPs to people and asking them to share them as part of ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise to steal their money. No official will ask for OTPs during the SIR process, EC clarified, adding that no OTP is needed for any corrections in the voter list.
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Palaash surprises Smriti with proposal at venue of India's World Cup final win, shares video
Music composer Palaash Muchhal took to Instagram to share a video of him proposing to cricketer Smriti Mandhana at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, where India won Women's World Cup earlier this month. In the video, Palaash can be seen taking Smriti to the pitch for surprise proposal while she was blindfolded. "She said yes," he captioned the video.
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02:58 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Music composer Palaash Muchhal took to Instagram to share a video of him proposing to cricketer Smriti Mandhana at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, where India won Women's World Cup earlier this month. In the video, Palaash can be seen taking Smriti to the pitch for surprise proposal while she was blindfolded. "She said yes," he captioned the video.
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₹95 lakh fee for one semester paid: Priya Kapur as Karisma says daughter's fees unpaid
Late businessman Sunjay Kapur's wife, Priya Kapur, has countered Karisma Kapoor's claim that the latter's daughter Samaira's fees haven't been paid amid a legal battle over his assets. Priya's lawyer furnished receipts in Delhi HC showing that ₹95 lakh in fees for one semester had been paid. "The next instalment of fees is only due in December," Priya's team said.
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02:54 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Late businessman Sunjay Kapur's wife, Priya Kapur, has countered Karisma Kapoor's claim that the latter's daughter Samaira's fees haven't been paid amid a legal battle over his assets. Priya's lawyer furnished receipts in Delhi HC showing that ₹95 lakh in fees for one semester had been paid. "The next instalment of fees is only due in December," Priya's team said.
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19-yr-old Mumbai boy who died by suicide was beaten for just saying 'thoda aage badho' in Hindi
Arnav Khaire, a 19-year-old student, died by suicide after he was allegedly assaulted for speaking in Hindi instead of Marathi in Mumbai local train. His father said Arnav just made "thoda aage badho" request in Hindi, which led to an altercation over language issue. His father added that people were beating Arnav even after he told them he was Marathi.
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02:52 pm Friday, 21 November, 2025
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Arnav Khaire, a 19-year-old student, died by suicide after he was allegedly assaulted for speaking in Hindi instead of Marathi in Mumbai local train. His father said Arnav just made "thoda aage badho" request in Hindi, which led to an altercation over language issue. His father added that people were beating Arnav even after he told them he was Marathi.
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