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School Holiday Tomorrow, November 13, 2026: Schools closed in Meghalaya, Rajasthan; check state-wise updates
School Holiday Tomorrow: On November 13, 2026, schools in India will adapt their schedules according to regional directives. In Delhi-NCR, younger students will switch to hybrid learning due to air quality issues. Meanwhile, Meghalaya schools will close for the Wangala Festival, with Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh staying open. West Bengal will implement a staggered reopening after Puja holidays, while Rajasthan students enjoy mid-term vacations.
India's 'achievable' FY27 direct tax target faces a make-or-break second half
India's budgeted direct tax collection target for this fiscal year is Rs 26.97 lakh crore. Current collections are at approximately 53 percent of this target as of November 10. Experts flag the need for a rise in corporate tax and advance tax collections in upcoming months. Non-corporate tax collections have shown slower growth compared to corporate tax collections during the same period.
9.5 CGPA score, free Tirupati trip, AC train tickets: DU's Venkateswara College students to get special temple darshan with parents after scoring high marks in exams
Delhi University's Sri Venkateswara College will sponsor a Tirupati pilgrimage for final-year students securing a CGPA of 9.5 or above, covering AC 3-tier train fares for students and both parents. Eligible students will also receive a five-gram silver dollar, shawl, memento and certificate under the TTD Pratibha Award scheme.
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Sell fast, buy faster! FIIs broke every selling record in 2026. Now their buying is breaking records
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have staged a sharp turnaround, buying a record Rs 73,261 crore worth of Indian equities in November so far, surpassing the previous monthly high of Rs 66,135 crore set in December 2023. This follows record selling of Rs 2.95 lakh crore in the first 10 months of 2026. The renewed buying has helped drive the Sensex and Nifty up around 10% this month, with the Sensex reclaiming its pre-Middle East war levels.
Kazakhstan-linked hackers used AI to steal Tajik government documents, researchers say
Singapore-based CloudSek said it caught the cyber spies using Hermes - an open-source framework for autonomous AI agents - after they inadvertently left a server exposed to the internet. Reuters previously reported on how cybercriminals were assigning their break-ins to autonomous AI agents.
Jenna Johnson breaks nose before DWTS performance, but still scores 29/30 with Harry Shum Jr.
Johnson and Harry Shum Jr. earned the highest score of the night on Dancing with the Stars and secured a place in the Season 35 semifinals, despite Johnson’s broken nose. She revealed that she suffered the injury during camera blocking a day before the November 10 episode. Here is what she said about the accident, their salsa performance and the next round of the competition.
Stacy Keach dies at 85: Inside the remarkable Hollywood career of The Bourne Legacy and Blue Bloods star
Stacy Keach starred in some iconic shows and films such as 'The Long Riders', 'Up in Smoke', 'American History X', 'Nebraska', and 'The Bourne Legacy'. However, it is for his role as the private detective named Mike Hammer, created by Mickey Spillane, for which the actor gained worldwide popularity.
Kharna 2026: Why Is the Prasad Eaten in Complete Silence? Ritual Rule Behind Chhath Puja's Second Day
During Kharna, the second day of Chhath Puja, devotees observe a day-long fast and break it after sunset by eating a special meal of jaggery kheer and roti. However, one of the most distinctive traditions is that the vrati eats this prasad in complete silence, without conversations or disturbances. Why is this rule followed, and what happens if someone makes a noise while the meal is being eaten?
School holiday tomorrow, November 11, 2026: Will schools be closed due to weather and Diwali vacations? Check state-wise updates
School Holiday Tomorrow: Schools in several states, including Delhi-NCR and Bihar, will be closed due to regional holidays on November 11. While government schools in Uttar Pradesh will observe a holiday, private institutions may follow different schedules. Himachal Pradesh schools are expected to reopen after the Diwali break, with no closure announced for this date. Other states like Odisha will maintain regular schedules without statewide closures.
Two sunrises and two sunsets in 24 hours: Airbus A350 breaks 21-year flight record, covers 23,155 km nonstop
In a groundbreaking feat, the Airbus A350-1000ULR completed a non-stop flight of 12,503 nautical miles from Melbourne to Toulouse in an impressive 24 hours and 24 minutes in late July 2026. This historic endeavor broke a 21-year reign held by Boeing, while the flight's journey was followed by millions online.
Akhilesh Yadav demands Aadhaar-linked voting, with metal cards replacing PVC and paper to avoid poll rigging
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has called for linking Aadhaar cards with voting and introducing fingerprint or iris-based biometric identification ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. He also proposed tamper-proof metal voter ID cards to prevent electoral fraud. His remarks come amid Opposition parties' protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Indian rupee breaks six-day winning streak on state banks' dollar bids
The Indian rupee snapped its six-session winning streak on Monday, November 9, as dollar purchases by state-run banks outweighed positive momentum. The currency touched a six-month high of 93.69 per dollar before closing slightly lower at 93.9275. Lower crude oil prices and foreign equity inflows provided some support.
Succession planning: When a family breaks up, how does the business survive?
If the next generation wants to preserve the family business bot not necessarily together, here’s how they can execute the split without impacting the wealth.
Longer Diwali breaks: companies give employees more time to celebrate
Many companies are providing extended breaks for their employees during Diwali to promote well-being and family connections. Embassy Group is giving its employees a nine-day break, emphasizing a people-first culture. CashKaro is offering six days off to help employees recharge after the busy festive season. Myntra plans to recognize employee contributions with two additional holiday days following its sales period.
'Strait of Hormuz gives Iran strategic leverage,' says Iranian official
Iranian official Abbas-Ali Kadkhodaei said the Strait of Hormuz gives Tehran strategic leverage in global affairs, citing recent developments in the waterway. He called for faster implementation of maritime development policies. Separately, Iranian Armed Forces spokesperson Brigadier General Shekarchi claimed the US Republican Party's midterm setbacks showed Washington had failed to break Iran's resolve.
Tamil Nadu man breaks up with college girlfriend, later files 97 RTI pleas asking if she is still single or dating another man; commissioner warns of medical treatment
A Villupuram man filed 97 RTI applications containing 1,887 questions seeking information about his former college girlfriend, including her relationships, address, workplace and photograph. Police told the Tamil Nadu Information Commission that she had complained of harassment and attempted suicide in June 2025. The commissioner rejected the applications and warned the man would be sent to medical counselling.
MP: Massive fire breaks out in slum area of Jabalpur's Gazinagar
A major fire incident occurred in Gazinagar, Jabalpur, in the late night hours, according to local officials. The police control room was inundated with calls at approximately 2 AM regarding the flames. Firefighter Om Prakash Ahirwar reported that emergency teams were quickly deployed, bringing in multiple fire tenders and water supplies to combat the fire. Authorities are yet to provide further insights about the incident.
Gujarat: Fire breaks out at wholesale plastic shop in Bilimora
A fire broke out at a wholesale plastic shop in Bilimora, Gujarat, on Friday night.
‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris lists his 11-acre ranch with a horse barn and orchard for $3,199,267, almost double what he paid in 2014
Actor Dean Norris has put his sprawling Temecula estate on the market for $3,199,267 amid his ongoing divorce. The property, encompassing 11 acres, features both a main house and a guesthouse. This move comes after the couple’s restaurant, Swing Inn Cafe, faced financial struggles leading to bankruptcy. Married for over 20 years, Norris and his wife share two children, with property division governed by California's community property laws.
‘They spent it all on minerals’: Fans turn to Hank Schrader jokes as ‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris faces divorce and debt
Dean Norris, known for his role in Breaking Bad, is going through a divorce from wife Bridget Norris. The couple married in 2001 and has five children together, with Bridget seeking joint custody. Their restaurant, Swing Inn Cafe, is also facing financial difficulties with Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The cafe, operational since 1927, has significant debts and lost considerable sales recently.
'Breaking Bad' actor Dean Norris and wife Bridget Norris file for divorce as big financial trouble and insolvency issues loom large; all you need to know
Actor Dean Norris and his spouse Bridget have initiated divorce proceedings in Riverside County, California, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple, who share five children, are also entangled in financial difficulties stemming from their restaurant, Swing Inn Cafe, which has filed for bankruptcy. Bridget seeks custody of their children along with spousal support.
Fire breaks out at institute in east Delhi's Laxmi Nagar
A fire occurred early Thursday morning at an institute located on Mangal Bazar Road in Laxmi Nagar. The Delhi Fire Service received emergency calls around 5.50 am regarding the incident. Three water tenders and multiple emergency vehicles were dispatched promptly to the scene. Firefighters managed to control the blaze by 6.15 am without any reports of injuries. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the fire at the location.
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