Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:16pm on 24 Nov 2025,Monday India Global
A new video has captured the moment a Tejas fighter jet crashed at the Dubai Airshow on November 21, killing IAF Wing Commander Namansh Syal. The two-minute clip shows the aircraft making several sharp moves before it plunged and burst into flames. The crash happened during a low-level aerobatic display on the final day of the event. The Indian Air Force confirmed the pilot died of fatal injuries and announced a court of inquiry. Syal’s last rites were held in his Himachal Pradesh village. The IAF remembered him as a dedicated and skilled fighter pilot who served with honour.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:05pm on 24 Nov 2025,Monday International
US President Donald Trump said “something good” may be happening in Ukraine peace talks, but warned people to wait before trusting any “big progress”. His remarks came after US and Ukraine officials met in Geneva to revise the peace plan. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said the main problem is Russia’s demand for legal recognition of land it has taken. He said borders cannot be changed by force. European leaders welcomed some progress but said key issues remain. They also stressed that Ukraine alone must decide its future. Russia said it has not yet seen any updated proposal. Talks will continue. (PC: X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:59pm on 24 Nov 2025,Monday India Global
A US Air Force pilot has questioned why the Dubai Airshow continued after the Tejas fighter jet crash that killed IAF Wing Commander Namansh Syal. Major Taylor “Fema” Hiester said his team cancelled their final show “out of respect” for the Indian pilot. He wrote on Instagram that he was shocked to see flying displays continue soon after the crash. Syal died when his Tejas aircraft went down during a manoeuvre. His remains were brought to Sulur and later taken to his village in Himachal Pradesh, where he was cremated with full military honours. His family and colleagues paid emotional tributes. (PC: India Today)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:33am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday Entertainment
Veteran actor Dharmendra died on Monday morning at his Mumbai home after a brief illness. He was 89 and would have turned 90 on December 8. The actor had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in October with breathlessness and was discharged 12 days later. His last rites will be performed at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai. Family members and top film stars are expected to attend. Tributes have poured in from across India. PM Modi called his death “the end of an era,” while President Droupadi Murmu said Dharmendra was “a towering figure of Indian cinema.” (PC: X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:27am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday Entertainment
Two suicide bombers attacked the Federal Constabulary headquarters in Peshawar on Monday, killing three security officials and injuring at least 12 people. Police said the attackers were armed and tried to storm the high-security complex but were shot dead at the gate. Witnesses reported two loud blasts around 8:10am. The area was quickly sealed and rescue teams reached the spot. Officials said five officers and seven civilians were among the injured. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called it a “foiled terrorist plot” and ordered a full investigation. No group has claimed responsibility, though similar attacks have occurred in the region. (PC: X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:25am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday International
Two suicide bombers attacked the Federal Constabulary headquarters in Peshawar on Monday, killing three security officials and injuring at least 12 people. Police said the attackers were armed and tried to storm the high-security complex but were shot dead at the gate. Witnesses reported two loud blasts around 8:10am. The area was quickly sealed and rescue teams reached the spot. Officials said five officers and seven civilians were among the injured. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called it a “foiled terrorist plot” and ordered a full investigation. No group has claimed responsibility, though similar attacks have occurred in the region. (PC: BBC)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:15am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in mourning the death of veteran actor Dharmendra, who died at 89 in Mumbai on Monday. PM Modi said Dharmendra’s passing is “the end of an era” and praised his “simplicity, humility and warmth.” President Murmu called him “a great loss to Indian cinema” and said his work will inspire future generations. Home Minister Amit Shah said Dharmendra created “an indelible identity” through his roles. The actor was cremated at the Pawan Hans crematorium with family and film stars present. Dharmendra would have turned 90 on December 8. (PC: NDTV)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:55am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday Entertainment
Bollywood is mourning the death of veteran actor Dharmendra, who died at 89 on Monday in Mumbai. He was cremated at the Pawan Hans crematorium. Dharmendra is survived by his wives, Prakash Kaur and Hema Malini, and six children. Filmmaker Karan Johar called it “the end of an era” and said Dharmendra “will always be a bonafide legend.” Kareena Kapoor and Kiara Advani shared old photos with heart emojis. Director Madhur Bhandarkar wrote that Dharmendra was “vibrant and full of humour” and said his death marks “the end of an era in Indian cinema.” His last film, Ikkis, releases next month. (PC: X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:43am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday Entertainment
Bollywood legend Dharmendra died at 89 at his home in Mumbai on Monday. He had recently been treated for respiratory problems. Known as the He-Man of Indian cinema, Dharmendra worked for over six decades and became one of the most loved stars of all time. His wives and six children remain with his legacy. He starred in classics like Sholay, Chupke Chupke, Phool Aur Patthar and Mera Gaon Mera Desh. He received the Padma Bhushan in 2012. His final film, Ikkis, will release on December 25. (PC:X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:15am on 24 Nov 2025,Monday India
A protest over Delhi’s toxic air at India Gate turned tense after some people displayed posters of Maoist commander Madvi Hidma, who was killed last week. Police said protesters tried to block traffic and used pepper spray when officers asked them to leave. Twenty-three people have been arrested, and two FIRs have been filed. Videos showed slogans praising Hidma during the sit-in. Delhi Police said protests cannot be held at India Gate as per Supreme Court rules. The protest group blamed the government for “cosmetic steps” on pollution. Delhi’s air quality remained severe, with many stations recording very high AQI levels.