The Long Read
Microsoft 'deeply sorry' for global outage after almost 24 hours of disruption
Experts say the event is a "stark reminder" of how heavily the world relies on a small group of big tech providers.
Microsoft 'deeply sorry' for global outage after almost 24 hours of disruption
Experts say the event is a "stark reminder" of how heavily the world relies on a small group of big tech providers.
The challenge of holding the Quad together
Analysis of Quad dynamics, leadership shifts, and looming Manila summit shaping Indo-Pacific security under Trump's stance.
Nvidia scandal fallout widens as Trump's treasury secretary blames cabinet colleague
Scott Bessent told CNBC that several government agencies "were in favour of putting Megaspeed on the entity list for months".
Comply with new prices of 137 anti-cancer drugs or face action, says regulator
NPPA orders strict compliance with revised prices for 137 anti-cancer drugs, warns penalties for violations, and directs monitoring across the pharma supply chain.
World
All worldNvidia scandal fallout widens as Trump's treasury secretary blames cabinet colleague
Scott Bessent told CNBC that several government agencies "were in favour of putting Megaspeed on the entity list for months".
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviews
Cover Review★★★★½
31st IFFK International Competition and Indian film selections announced, new Critics Discovery section introduced
IFFK 31st announces international, Indian, Malayalam selections, plus a new Critics Discovery section to boost global Malayalam film visibility.
‘John Doe’ movie review: Madhumita finds her footing with a neat, effective thriller
John Doe movie review: Arjun Das and Sanchana Natarajan bring an interesting dynamic as the leads of a compelling investigation in director Madhumita’s neat yet predictable thriller
‘The Body’ series review: A deliciously twisted teen drama to be enjoyed with a side of Catholic dread
This sexy, genre-bending Netflix teen drama blends '90s erotic thriller nostalgia, supernatural horror, Catholic dread and deliciously dark humour
Politics
All politicsThe challenge of holding the Quad together
Analysis of Quad dynamics, leadership shifts, and looming Manila summit shaping Indo-Pacific security under Trump's stance.
Local · Bangalore
More local
Bengaluru: Real estate businessman hacked to death in broad daylight
A 39-year-old real estate businessman was hacked to death by two unidentified assailants in broad daylight near the businessman’s office in Yelahanka New Town in north Bengaluru on Friday.
Fellowship helps 10 differently-abled entrepreneurs scale their ventures
As many as 10 differently-abled entrepreneurs were recognised at the culmination of the imaginATe Fellowship, an initiative of the AssisTech Foundation, in Bengaluru, on Thursday and Friday (November 12 and 13).
Meat sale ban ahead of PM’s visit draws flak; police cite helicopter safety concerns
Meat sale ban near Bengaluru PM visit sparks criticism, police cite helicopter safety amid controversy over democratic rights.
Crime Watch
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NHRC notice to education ministry over complaint related to 'Veer Baal Diwas' events in schools
NHRC notice to education ministry over complaint related to 'Veer Baal Diwas' events in schools | India News
Update13 Nov
‘Vehicle overloaded, running at 100 km/h, crossed into wrong lane’: Survivors of deadly bus-truck collision in Assam
The truck's dashcam footage, which has emerged following the accident, has captured the final moments before the collision. | India News
Probe13 Nov
President, PM condole Assam accident; Modi announces ₹2 lakh ex-gratia for each deceased
At least 26 people died, including women and minors, and 20 others were injured in the accident near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday. | India News
Court13 Nov
Navy chief urges Agniveers to aim for full-term service
Navy chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan urged the latest batch of Agniveers to work towards a permanent career under the revamped Agnipath scheme. | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
HonourThe Game Awards to Reveal 2026 Nominees Next Week Ahead of ‘GTA 6’ Debut, PlayStation 5 Joins Livestreamers for December Show (EXCLUSIVE)
The Game Awards will reveal its nominees during a special next week before "GTA 6" launches. PS5 will livestream the awards show in December.
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HonourThe Game Awards Adds Disney+ to Livestream Lineup
The Game Awards will livestream on Disney+ this year in addition to its existing platforms, including YouTube and Twitch.
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HonourSkydance’s Casey Bloys to Be Honored at Producers Guild Awards
Casey Bloys will be honored with the Milestone Award, recognizing creatives who have made significant contributions to the entertainment industry.
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HonourJohnny Depp Premieres ‘Ebenezer’ in London, Kim Kardashian Wears Gucci to LACMA Art+Film and More Celeb Red Carpet Photos: November 2026
Check out the best celebrity red carpet photos of November 2026.
Health & Wellbeing
All health
GPs, police and pharmacies among UK services affected by Microsoft outage
Major airports and intelligence services are unaffected while the government is assessing the impact on its services.
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Four-day Chhath festival begins in Bihar with Nahay Khay
Chhath Puja begins in Bihar with Nahay Khay as 90 of Patna’s 103 ghats deemed safe for devotees.
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Crime
Faridabad: Cop's son fires gunshots in road rage; two injured
One person received a gunshot wound in the neck, and the other in his chest. Both are under treatment at a hospital in Sector-21 A. | India News
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Sports
Tearful Pochettino on 'difficult' decision to leave USA for Man Utd
An emotional Mauricio Pochettino broke down as he explained why he was leaving the USA to take the Manchester United job.
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Cinema
‘Wildwood’ movie review: Alluring forest tale withers away into meandering shadows
All the wonder in the visuals of ‘Wildwood’ is lost due to an overbearing languidity in the screenplay and a surprising lack of urgency in the editing.