Congress leader Shashi Tharoor weighs in on the workweek debate sparked by Narayana Murthy advocating for a 70-hour work week and Bill Gates endorsing a 3-day work week. Tharoor suggests a compromise, stating on X, "If Mr Gates and Mr Narayana Murthy sit down together and work out a compromise, we will end up exactly where we are, with a five-day work week!" Various responses emerged, with users discussing the differing perspectives on work-life balance and the ongoing demand for a five-day work week in India's banking sector.

In a shocking incident at a private school in Indore Madhya Pradesh, a Class 4 student was reportedly attacked 108 times with a geometry compass by three classmates on November 24. The victim received first aid and was allowed to leave the hospital. The Child Welfare Committee is investigating, expressing concern over the violent behavior. The police are examining the case, while the victim's father lodged a complaint, seeking CCTV footage. All children involved are below 10 years old, and authorities are taking appropriate legal measures. The motive for the attack remains unclear.

"Don't be nervous, we're on it" is what relatives like Saba Ahmad's brother Naiiyar keep assuring the 41 men stuck for 15 days inside Uttarakhand's tunnel. A mic lets workers communicate from the tunnel's intact stretch beyond the collapsed rubble. A team of doctors, stationed at the rescue operation site, talk to the trapped workers twice a day -- from 9 am to 11 am and 5 pm to 8 pm. Also, family members of the trapped workers are allowed to talk to them anytime they like. Initially, juices and energy drinks were being provided to the workers, but now proper meals like boiled eggs, milk, tea, and porridge for breakfast; then lentils, rice, flatbread, and vegetables for lunch and dinner are sent to them. The administration has set up a camp for the families of the workers outside the tunnel. Five doctors including psychiatrists are constantly stationed on site. Nodal officer Dr. Bimlesh Joshi said at least 10 more doctors remain on standby in Uttarkashi through the rescue operation. As risks rise, relatives and medical teams work relentlessly to reassure and support workers during their arduous confinement.

With the main auger drill breaking down, rescuers are attempting multiple strategies simultaneously to save the 41 workers trapped in the Uttarakhand tunnel for over 16 days. Manual drilling by specialists flown from Delhi will pick up where the auger left off, with diggers taking turns in the grueling task. The 'rat miners', called so for their rat-like skill in boring, will cut through debris inside the tunnel's 800mm pipe. According to rescue teams, these professionals are skilled in cutting through metal barriers too. Separately, vertical drilling started by drilling 300 meters horizontally first before boring 86 meters down. Officials said 31 vertical meters are done so far. The challenge is safely penetrating the tunnel roof crust without injuring workers beneath. As obstacles persist, authorities continue adding new plans like manual, horizontal, and vertical drilling in a 360-degree bid to rescue the trapped group enduring prolonged hardship.

Rescue efforts for the 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara under-construction tunnel continue on day 15. The National Disaster Management Authority employs vertical drilling as part of a multi-pronged strategy. A 20-meter vertical bore, aiming for an 86-meter depth, commenced on Sunday. NHIDCL's Mahmood Ahmed projects completion by Thursday if no obstacles arise. Five evacuation routes are concurrently in progress, including the 180-meter alternate escape route. Two BRO officials were injured near the site in a bus collision. The urgency heightens amid challenges in the horizontal drilling operation.

Shah Rukh Khan attended an event at Mumbai's Gateway of India on the 15th anniversary of the 26/11 attack to honor the "unsung heroes" who sacrificed their lives. The Founder of Divyaj Foundation said the event stands as "a tribute to the unsung heroes of 26/11, a night of reflection and unity where we honor the sacrifices made by these extraordinary individuals." SRK interacted with attendees ranging from politicians to celebrities at the memorial. He joined other Bollywood figures commemorating the victims of the 2008 terror siege. SRK called the heroic victims "extraordinary individuals" as he paid respects to those lost in the 26/11 carnage.

On the 15th day of the Uttarakhand tunnel collapse rescue mission, vertical drilling was initiated, progressing nearly 20 meters on its first day. The American auger machine, previously hindered by a metal grinder, is beyond repair, prompting the shift to vertical drilling. Approximately 10% of the tunnel rubble remains, and experts estimate a 10-12 meter drilling requirement. If vertical efforts prove futile, manual drilling becomes the last resort, though less efficient, requiring an additional 18-24 hours. The Indian Army's engineer regiment stands ready for manual drilling at the Silkyara tunnel site.

At least 14 people died in Gujarat due to unexpected rains, with lightning cited as the cause. South Gujarat, Saurashtra, and North Gujarat faced rain and winds, impacting over 155 talukas. Dahod, Bharuch, Amreli, Surendranagar, and other districts reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department had predicted rain, attributing it to a strong trough and western disturbance. Animals also perished, and the death toll may rise as more data is collected. Mumbai experienced light showers, while Maharashtra witnessed widespread rains. The unseasonal weather is linked to troughs and a western disturbance, causing hail in affected areas.

Following a stampede at Cochin University of Science and Technology's (CUSAT) music festival, resulting in four student deaths, the Kerala government has initiated an inquiry. The incident occurred on Saturday during singer Nikhita Gandhi's performance. The next day, slippers and shoes belonging to the victims remained in the auditorium. The government is issuing guidelines to prevent such incidents, expressing shock at the unusual tragedy during university events. An expert committee is formed, and reports are sought from the university Vice Chancellor and the Principal Secretary of Higher Education. Nikhita Gandhi expresses condolences as investigations continue.

In the Uttarakhand tunnel rescue mission, authorities anticipate that vertical drilling will extend over four days, with the Indian Army actively engaged in the operation. Vertical drilling has already been started. The initial plan faced a setback as the auger machine, tasked with breaking through nearly 60 meters of debris in the collapsed Silkyara tunnel, collapsed. The damaged equipment necessitated a shift to manual drilling for the last stretch. A unit from the Madras Sappers, an engineer group of the Indian Army, is on-site to support the rescue efforts. The trapped workers, safe with essential provisions, now face a prolonged wait for their evacuation.