New Zealand election ends in cliffhanger as Luxon, Hipkins battle for power; early results awaited

NSE urges investors to buy gold-backed EGRs this Dhanteras, sees $5–6 billion import savings

The exchange is seeking to bring domestically recycled gold and household holdings into the formal financial system through electronic receipts

Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja disputes findings in 2018 ball-tampering probe

Usman Khawaja revealed that discussions about ball-tampering among the Australian cricket team were more common than previously reported. He stated these conversations included the use of sandpaper to scuff the ball during the 2018 South Africa tour. Cricket Australia had previously concluded that only three players had prior knowledge of these actions. Khawaja clarified that the discussion of tampering involved everyone on the team, not just the players involved.

Yemen's Houthis granting ships safe passage via email: Report

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have established a system for vessels to request safe passage through email. They declared a blockade against Saudi Arabia earlier this year and began targeting ships linked to certain countries. Some vessels are receiving timely responses within 24 hours regarding their safety requests. The Houthis have expanded their control over Yemen's Red Sea coast amid ongoing conflicts.

Spy targeting Nvidia CEO was alleged China intelligence service recruit: Report

The Chinese businesswoman, with whom Nvidia's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang had alleged ties, was recruited as a spy for China’s Ministry of State Security, The New York Times reported, citing a memo circulated among policymakers in the Trump administration.

1 dead after fire breaks out at Leamak Company plant on Bavla Road in Ahmedabad

A significant fire occurred at the Leamak Company plant on Bavla-Ahmedabad Road, leading to one confirmed death. The fire reportedly started on the third floor where chocolate production takes place. Firefighters from Sanand, Bavla, and Ahmedabad responded promptly to douse the flames. After battling the blaze for nearly three hours, they managed to bring it under control.

1 dead after fire breaks out at Leamak Company plant on Bavla Road in Ahmedabad

A significant fire occurred at the Leamak Company plant on Bavla-Ahmedabad Road, leading to one confirmed death. The fire reportedly started on the third floor where chocolate production takes place. Firefighters from Sanand, Bavla, and Ahmedabad responded promptly to douse the flames. After battling the blaze for nearly three hours, they managed to bring it under control.

France braces for protests on Saturday as Yellow Vests urge 'mass disobedience'

French unions, student groups, and the Yellow Vests movement are preparing for protests in Paris on Saturday. The protests aim to address the increasing cost of living while demanding improvements in wages and living conditions. Authorities are set to deploy 70,000 police officers to manage the demonstrations, which follow recent unrest. The protests will also focus on issues impacting young people and pensioners across the nation.

China's giant pandas make public debut at US zoo

Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang have made their public debut at Zoo Atlanta after their arrival. The pandas were flown from Chengdu to Atlanta in September as part of a ten-year loan. Zoo Atlanta has renovated facilities to host the pandas, providing locally grown bamboo for their diet. The black-and-white mammals are considered vulnerable, with their population threatened by habitat loss and poaching.

Trump defends Stephen Miller pick; Ro Khanna calls it ‘vengeance & retribution’

Trump defends Stephen Miller pick; Ro Khanna calls it ‘vengeance & retribution’

Breaking News Live: Diwali 2026 brings festive cheer and pollution concerns

Chinese insights power this Canadian new launch

Chinese insights power this Canadian new launch