At least 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims were killed when their bus crashed into a diesel tanker near Madinah in Saudi Arabia early Monday. Most of the victims were from Hyderabad. Officials said only one person survived and is in the ICU. The group had left Hyderabad on 9 November and was returning to Madinah after offering prayers in Mecca. Telangana officials are in touch with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and have set up a control room for families. External affairs minister S Jaishankar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed shock and said all help is being provided. (PC: Reuters)

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced India's first-ever one-year LPG import agreement with the United States, marking a historic milestone for energy diversification. Public sector oil companies IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL concluded the deal covering 2.2 million tonnes per annum for 2026, representing nearly 10% of India's annual LPG imports from US Gulf Coast. Priced against the Mount Belvieu benchmark, this structured long-term contract bolsters India's energy security amid global supply chain vulnerabilities. Puri highlighted the government's commitment to affordable fuel, noting that despite global LPG rates jumping over 60%, Prime Minister Modi ensured Ujjwala beneficiaries paid only Rs 500-550 per cylinder versus actual Rs 1,100+, requiring Rs 40,000 crore in subsidies.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed deep shock over the bus accident involving at least 42 Indian nationals in Medina, Saudi Arabia. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar confirmed that India's Embassy in Riyadh and Consulate in Jeddah are providing fullest support to affected Indian nationals and their families. The minister extended sincere condolences to bereaved families and prayers for speedy recovery of injured passengers. The accident occurred in Medina, though specific details about casualties remain unclear. Indian diplomatic missions have been mobilized to assist victims and coordinate with Saudi authorities. The tragedy has prompted immediate response from India's highest diplomatic levels, ensuring comprehensive support for affected pilgrims and their families back home.

A bus carrying 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims caught fire near Medina, Saudi Arabia on Monday, with several deaths feared. Many passengers were from Hyderabad, Telangana. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi contacted two local travel agencies and shared passenger details with Riyadh Embassy. He spoke with Abu Mathen George, Deputy Chief of Mission at Indian Embassy in Riyadh, who confirmed authorities are gathering information. Owaisi requested External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar ensure bodies return to India and injured receive proper treatment. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy ordered senior officials including CS and DGP to coordinate with Central government and Saudi Embassy. A control room was established in Secretariat. This remains a developing story.

A 33-year-old Indian techie shared his struggles after returning home following seven years in the US through a viral Reddit post. Despite financial stability from US earnings, he battles weight gain, low motivation, and career anxiety, feeling inadequate compared to local peers without sufficient retirement savings. His active US lifestyle with hiking and sports has vanished, replaced by disconnection and lack of exercise time. Working remotely with flexible hours, he lacks local networks and direction to pursue entrepreneurial dreams. Recently married without children, the couple struggles to enjoy quality time together. Reddit users recommended therapy for possible depression, advised against peer comparisons, and suggested starting small with walks, local clubs, and prioritizing mental health during this major life transition. (PC: Mathrubhumi English)

Sheikh Hasina's son Sajeeb Wazed warned that Awami League supporters will block Bangladesh's February elections unless the party ban is lifted, predicting potential violence. Speaking ahead of a special tribunal verdict against the exiled former PM for alleged crimes against humanity during 2024's deadly student protest crackdown, Wazed believes she'll be convicted and possibly sentenced to death in the televised trial. Hasina, living in Delhi since August 2024 with full Indian security, calls the proceedings politically motivated. The interim government suspended Awami League's registration in May, citing security threats, and refuses dialogue until the party shows remorse. Dhaka remains tense with recent crude bomb explosions and bus torching incidents. Authorities deployed 400+ Border Guards. (PC: X & India Today)

An Indian man visiting Argentina for a conference faced racist comments after he posted a friendly message on X. He had written that he had arrived in the country and wanted to meet people before the event. Soon, a few online trolls targeted him with hateful remarks. However, many Argentinians quickly defended him. They called out the racist comments and welcomed him warmly. Several users offered help, support, and even office space. The incident showed how social media can spread hate but can also unite people when others choose kindness and stand up against racism. (Thiru.ethDevconnect/X)

American singer Mary Millben congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the NDA on their Bihar election landslide, declaring women voters "the stars of this election." She praised singer Maithili Thakur's victory and called the result a mandate for development and women's empowerment. Millben stated PM Modi is "the only proven leader" who can deliver jobs, economic equality, and uplift migrant communities. She sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi and Congress supporters who had trolled her, posting "Dear Rahul Gandhi, Congress, and all the 'Gandhi Goons'" as NDA crossed 200 seats. The NDA secured 167 seats with BJP winning 78, JD(U) 66, while Mahagathbandhan managed only 25 seats.

Two foreign handlers have emerged in the Delhi blast investigation that killed 13 people on November 10, sources revealed. The handlers, code-named Dr Okasa and Dr Hashim alias Arif Nisar, were in contact with terrorist Dr Umar Mohammad, who drove the explosive-laden Hyundai i20 near Red Fort, and his associates Dr Muzammil Shakeel and Dr Shaheen Saeed. Agencies believe Nisar was the Pakistani handler while Okasa was the Turkish handler, though sources suggest they could be the same person. The suspects communicated using Session, Telegram, Signal, and other encrypted apps. The National Investigation Agency is leading the probe, while security forces demolished Dr Umar's Pulwama house in an overnight operation. (PC: NDTV)

Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant, Veeraswamy, may shut down after nearly a century in London. The Crown Estate, which owns the Regent Street building, plans to convert the site into office space. Opened in 1926, the restaurant has hosted Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Charlie Chaplin, and Princess Anne. Top British chefs, including Raymond Blanc and Michel Roux Jr, have called the move “sacrilege” and urged the Crown to save the landmark. They warned that closing the restaurant would hurt London’s dining and tourism scene. Veeraswamy’s lease expires next June, with a court hearing set to decide its future. (PC: India Today)