Delhi Police have busted a major international arms racket that smuggled high-end pistols made in China and Turkey into India using drones from Pakistan. Four gang members, including wanted criminal Mandeep from Punjab, were arrested. Police recovered 10 foreign pistols and 92 live cartridges. The gang worked with Pakistan’s ISI, officials said. Drones dropped weapon consignments wrapped in carbon paper to avoid scanners. Gang members picked them up and supplied them to criminals in Delhi and nearby states. The main handler, Jaspreet alias Jassa, is based in the US and linked directly to Pakistan. Security agencies are probing the network after the recent Red Fort blast. (PC: NDTV)

Parents of MBBS students at Al-Falah University in Faridabad gathered at the campus gate on Saturday to seek clear answers about their children’s future. The meeting came after the Enforcement Directorate detained the university chairman, raising fear and confusion among nearly 900 students. Parents said there has been no clear communication from the administration, and many teachers are leaving. They worry the National Medical Commission may review or withdraw the university’s recognition. Families asked for a written update on classes, exams, hospital training and safety. They said they only want clarity and stability for their children. (PC: HT)

A major breakthrough has come in the Delhi blast probe. Dr Muzammil Shakeel, linked to Jaish, has confessed to planning blasts across several Indian cities. He told investigators he had spent two years collecting explosives, chemicals, remotes, and other bomb parts. Muzammil and suicide bomber Umar Mohammad raised ₹26 lakh to fund the operation themselves. They also bought large amounts of fertiliser and stored chemicals in a deep freezer. The group worked at Al Falah University, which is now under investigation. Officials say the plan was for multiple blasts, but the Red Fort explosion happened early. Umar died in the blast.

Al-Falah University has told NAAC that the false accreditation claims on its website were due to an “oversight” and old webpages. The university said it was sorry and has removed the wrong information. NAAC had issued a notice on November 12 after finding that the university displayed expired grades as active. The notice came soon after investigators linked doctors from Al-Falah Medical College to the Red Fort blast. NAAC officials said no further action is planned for now, but similar notices have gone to 25 other institutions. The case has also led to action by the ED and the National Medical Commission. (PC: HT)

India has implemented its most significant labour reform since Independence, with all four Labour Codes becoming effective from November 21, 2025. These codes consolidate 29 outdated Central labour laws into a modern framework. Key changes include mandatory written appointment letters for all workers, inclusion of gig and platform workers under social security, universal minimum wage rights, and expanded opportunities for women in all occupations including night shifts. The reforms introduce single-registration compliance, annual health check-ups for workers aged 40+, and gratuity eligibility after one year for fixed-term employees. Social security coverage has risen from 19% (2015) to 64% (2025), supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.

Amid Delhi’s worsening air pollution, a Golden Retriever was diagnosed with bronchitis and placed on a nebuliser, highlighting the severe impact of toxic smog on pets. The pet owner shared the situation on Reddit, posting a photo with the caption, “Air so s**t even my dog’s sick … My whole family is also ill.” The post quickly went viral, drawing attention to the hazardous air quality index (AQI) in the city, which affects humans and animals alike. Veterinarians warn that prolonged exposure can lead to respiratory issues in pets.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah presided over the Border Security Force’s (BSF) Diamond Jubilee and 61st Raising Day parade at its Haripar camp in Bhuj, Gujarat. He paid tribute to the force’s jawans and praised their sacrifices in securing India’s borders. Shah referenced the 1971 India‑Pakistan war and the swift reconstruction of Bhuj airstrip by local women, highlighting resilience and unity. He also announced a five‑year plan to modernise the BSF, including bolstering its e‑border capability. (PC: Instagram)

Former CIA officer John Kiriakou disclosed that Pakistan’s PTI, led by Imran Khan, sent him a formal letter demanding an apology after he stated that India would decisively win a conventional war against Pakistan. Kiriakou responded sharply, saying he would use their apology letter “as toilet paper to wipe my a**,” refusing to retract his statement. He emphasized that Pakistan lacks the military numbers and capacity to succeed in a ground war, highlighting India’s superior capabilities. The incident underscores tensions over public commentary on military affairs and Pakistan’s sensitivity to perceived criticism. (PC: X) 

Shubhanshu Shukla — India’s astronaut and IAF Group Captain — opened his session at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025 with a quip: “Getting here from space was easier than coming from Marathahalli to BIEC.” His remark drew laughs and highlighted Bengaluru’s severe traffic congestion, resonating with its tech‑city audience. The event, held at the Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre, brought together innovators and policy‑makers across deep tech, start‑ups and aerospace. (PC: X)

At St Columba’s School in New Delhi, a Class X student allegedly died by suicide, blaming two teachers and the school’s headmistress in a note for sustained mental harassment. His parents and fellow students protested outside the school demanding accountability. The FIR names three staff members for abetment of suicide. According to his father, the boy had complained repeatedly about being mocked, singled out, and threatened with expulsion.