CCTV footage from Whitefield School in London, UK, released by the BBC, shows autistic children being abused in "calming rooms" between 2014-2017. Pupils were shoved, restrained by the neck, left in vomit, or confined for hours without food or water. Parents accuse the school of systemic neglect, alleging it misled them about injuries and trauma. Despite uncovering staff abuse, no criminal charges were filed. Safeguarding expert Elizabeth Swan called the footage “torture.” Parents demand justice, with one mother saying, “You wouldn't even do that to a dog.” The Flourish Trust says it has learned from its failings, as families await independent reviews.

The Mahayuti alliance leaders—Devendra Fadnavis (BJP), Eknath Shinde (Shiv Sena), and Ajit Pawar (NCP)—met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi to resolve the deadlock over Maharashtra’s next Chief Minister. The BJP, winning 132 of 288 seats in the Assembly polls, is pushing for Fadnavis to take the top post. However, concerns over alienating Maratha voters complicate the decision. Ajit Pawar indicated the swearing-in could occur by Nov 30 or Dec 1, with two deputy chief ministers. While Shinde expressed full support for BJP's choice, the delay has drawn criticism from the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi.

U.S. President Joe Biden's administration is finalizing a $725M weapons package for Ukraine, including anti-tank weapons, drones, Stinger missiles, HIMARS ammunition, and controversial non-persistent landmines. Cluster munitions, often used in HIMARS rockets, are also expected. The announcement could be made to Congress next week. This marks a significant increase in U.S. aid as Biden utilizes Presidential Drawdown Authority, with $4-5B still available before President-elect Donald Trump assumes office on Jan. 20. Ukraine plans to deploy the landmines on its territory, amid escalating Russian advances. Trump has pledged to wind down the war, appointing Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg as envoy.

The Bangladeshi government has called Iskcon a "religious fundamentalist organisation" in response to a writ petition filed in the High Court seeking a ban on the Hindu group. The petition follows protests over the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das for allegedly disrespecting the national flag. Iskcon vice president Radha Raman Das expressed shock over the radical label, highlighting the organization's humanitarian efforts. The situation escalates amid increasing attacks on Hindu temples and minorities in Bangladesh, prompting concern from both local and international communities, including India.

President Joe Biden announced that the US will immediately push for a ceasefire in Gaza, involving hostages' release and the removal of Hamas from power. This move comes after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, which has held for nearly 14 months. Despite Hamas rejecting Israel's terms, including an Israeli withdrawal and reconstruction of Gaza, the group faces growing challenges as its leadership is scattered, and its military capacity is weakened. More than 44,000 people have died in Gaza since the conflict's escalation in October 2023.

Bangladesh’s interim government has termed ISKCON a "religious fundamentalist" group in a High Court affidavit amidst rising tensions. Protests erupted after the arrest of Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari in Rangpur, 300 km from Dhaka. The arrest and subsequent vandalism of a temple in Chattogram have intensified criticism of the Nobel laureate-led administration for failing to protect minorities. Hindus, constituting 8% of Bangladesh’s population, have faced repeated attacks. India condemned the violence, urging Dhaka to safeguard minority rights. ISKCON officials and Hindu leaders continue to decry the violence against the community and demand justice.

Supporters of jailed ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan ended their Islamabad protest after a violent midnight crackdown killed 6 policemen and injured dozens. Security forces used tear gas and live rounds, arresting 450 demonstrators, sparking accusations of a “massacre” by Khan's PTI party. Leading the protest, Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Gandapur retreated as clashes intensified. The Pakistan government alleged foreign involvement, claiming Afghan nationals participated in the unrest. Imran Khan, jailed since 2023 over 200 cases, had called for nationwide protests on November 24, accusing the ruling coalition of a “stolen mandate.”

Russia expelled a British diplomat, accusing him of espionage, escalating tensions with the UK. Moscow’s FSB claimed the diplomat, a second secretary at the British embassy, engaged in "intelligence and subversive activities." The UK rejected these "baseless" allegations, vowing to respond. This follows ongoing spy scandals, including the 2018 Novichok poisoning and recent diplomatic expulsions. The spat coincides with UK-backed missile usage in Ukraine and the arrest of British fighter James Anderson, accused of participating in hostilities. Russia also banned several UK ministers over "Russophobic" policies, straining relations further amid the Ukraine conflict.

The Bangladesh High Court is reviewing a writ petition seeking a ban on Iskcon, labeled a "fundamentalist organisation" by Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman. The petition follows protests over Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das’s arrest for allegedly disrespecting the national flag. Protests erupted after Das’s detention, with Hindu groups citing over 200 attacks on their community since August. The court directed the government to clarify its stance on Iskcon and report on law and order by Thursday. India has expressed concern over attacks on minorities, calling the situation alarming. Hindu temples and leaders remain targeted by radical elements.

Israel's security cabinet approved a US-French-brokered ceasefire with Hezbollah, effective November 27 at 4 a.m., aiming to end a year-long conflict in Lebanon that claimed 3,800 lives and injured 16,000. The agreement requires Israeli troops to withdraw within 60 days while Lebanon's army takes control of southern territories. Hezbollah is mandated to end its armed presence near the border. Despite the deal, Israeli strikes killed 18 in Beirut, and Hezbollah continued rocket fire. The US and France pledged to oversee the ceasefire's implementation and support Lebanon’s economic recovery and military rebuilding.