Two Class 11 students in Gurugram were arrested for shooting their 17-year-old classmate after inviting him for dinner. The attack happened late Saturday in Sector 48. Police said the boys used a licensed pistol belonging to one accused’s father, a property dealer. The victim’s mother said her son had gone out after receiving a call from a friend. The shooting was planned over a two-month-old fight. Police recovered the pistol, cartridges, and an empty shell from the spot. Both minors were arrested within hours, and further investigation is in progress. (PC: India Today)

In Chinnati village, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, a father has accused his wife, Barathi (26), and her partner, Sumithra, of killing their five-month-old son. The infant collapsed while feeding on Nov 5 and was declared dead at Kelamangalam Government Hospital. The husband, Suresh (38), discovered incriminating photos and messages linking his wife and her partner and submitted the evidence to police. During interrogation, Barathi allegedly confessed to the killing and said she did not want her husband’s child. Police have registered a murder investigation; the body was exhumed for post-mortem and both women remain in custody. (PC: India Today)

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested three ISIS-linked operatives accused of plotting coordinated terror attacks across India. The suspects were caught in Ahmedabad while allegedly exchanging weapons as part of a larger terror network. Officials said the men had been under surveillance for more than a year, and investigations revealed plans involving two active ISIS modules. The ATS has registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and is probing possible foreign links. Earlier, the squad had arrested five Al-Qaeda members in a related anti-terror operation. (PC: NDTV)

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat defended the organisation’s legal status, stating that it is recognised by authorities as a “body of individuals” rather than a registered entity. He clarified that the Income Tax Department and courts have acknowledged this status, granting the RSS tax exemptions accordingly. Bhagwat compared the RSS’s unregistered nature to that of Hindu Dharma itself, saying neither requires formal registration. He also referenced past government bans on the RSS as indirect recognition of its existence under Indian law. (PC: The Hindu)

Videos have emerged showing inmates at Parappana Agrahara Central Jail in Bengaluru using mobile phones and watching television, sparking concerns over serious security lapses and preferential treatment. Among the inmates captured are alleged ISIS recruiter Zuhaib Hameed Shakeel Manna and convicted serial rapist-murderer Umesh Reddy, both seen with phones and entertainment facilities. Authorities have launched a departmental inquiry to determine how the devices entered the prison, who facilitated access, and who leaked the footage. The Karnataka home minister has demanded accountability and promised action. 

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have launched coordinated operations in the districts of Doda, Ramban, Kathua and Rajouri, targeting suspected militant cells operating along the border and forested regions. The raids stem from intelligence of cross-border infiltration and infrastructure support to terror groups from across Pakistan. Officials say searches and cordon-and-search missions are underway to dismantle networks, recover arms and ammunition, and prevent planned attacks. Amid rising tensions, a heightened alert remains active in the region’s frontier zones. (PC: PTI)

A firm majority-owned by Parth Pawar, son of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, must pay approximately ₹42 crore in double stamp duty to annul a controversial ₹300 crore sale of a 40-acre parcel in Pune’s Mundhwa area. The land, originally designated as “Mahar Watan” for tribal farmers, was transferred to the company without required clearances and with an alleged stamp duty exemption. FIRs have been filed against the signatories of the deed, though Parth Pawar—who holds 99 % of the company shares—was not named. (PC: NDTV)

A tragic incident occurred in Tarakeshwar, Hooghly district near Kolkata, where a minor girl was reportedly taken away while sleeping beside her grandmother in a railway shed. She was later found injured near a railway drain and taken to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and formed a special team to investigate. Local leaders have expressed concern over safety issues and demanded strict action against the culprit. The police have assured a swift and fair investigation. (PC: Getty Images)

Delhi’s air quality worsened sharply on November 9, 2025, with the overall AQI reaching 391, placing the city in the “severe” pollution category. Several monitoring stations, including Anand Vihar and Jahangirpuri, recorded AQI levels above 400. A thick layer of smog reduced visibility and aggravated respiratory discomfort among residents. Meteorological officials attributed the deterioration to low wind speed and temperature inversion. Authorities under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) are closely monitoring the situation, preparing for stricter curbs if pollution persists, as schools and hospitals report rising health complaints. (PC: The Hindu)

A Bengaluru woman accused a Rapido bike-taxi driver of inappropriately touching her during a ride from Church Street to her PG on November 6. She confronted the driver, saying “bhaiya, kya kar rahe ho, mat karo,” but he allegedly continued. Upon reaching her destination, a bystander intervened as the woman felt unsafe. She later shared a video and detailed post on Instagram describing the ordeal. The post went viral, prompting Bengaluru Police and Rapido to respond, with Rapido confirming that an internal investigation into the incident is underway.