A political row has erupted over remarks by All India Students' Association (AISA) president Neha Bora about women's safety, the Brahmanical system and temple priests. In a video, Bora alleged that women, including Brahmin women, face sexual violence and referred to cases involving priests inside temples. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari attacked her remarks, calling her the "poster girl of Rahul Gandhi" and accusing Congress of targeting Hindu beliefs. He also linked her comments to an earlier statement by Rahul Gandhi about women's safety in temples. The BJP accused Congress of promoting an anti-Hindu agenda, drawing further political criticism. (PC: X)

The Indian Navy has rescued all 20 crew members of the hijacked fishing vessel Azini from armed Somali pirates after a 48-hour operation off Somalia's northeastern coast. The vessel was seized last month and was feared to be used as a mother ship for further pirate attacks on commercial ships. The Navy deployed a warship and maritime reconnaissance aircraft to track and intercept the vessel. Marine commandos were then air-dropped from an Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft to secure it and neutralise the pirate threat. All 20 crew members were rescued safely, with no casualties or injuries reported. (PC: The Indian Express)

Formula One driver Arvid Lindblad has unveiled a special Diwali-themed helmet for the Brazilian Grand Prix, paying tribute to his Indian roots and his grandmother, known as Nani. Lindblad will miss celebrating Diwali with his family this year, so he has brought the festival's traditions to the race track. The helmet features traditional rangoli patterns, diyas, a lotus flower and fireworks. Its base also carries a Phulkari-inspired design honouring his Punjabi heritage. Lindblad, who plays an active role in the design, said celebrating Diwali with his grandparents has always been an important part of his upbringing. (PC: NDTV)

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said no individual or organisation can occupy a designated protest site indefinitely, stressing that everyone has an equal constitutional right to demonstrate. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant said permission to protest must be limited to a specific period. The observations came during hearings on petitions linked to the July protests led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in Delhi. The court also heard concerns from traders over business losses caused by prolonged demonstrations. It said the right to protest peacefully and the right to earn a livelihood must be balanced while allocating public spaces. (PC: HT)

Indian badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen had to deal with a funding crisis during their recent European campaign, despite winning singles titles at the Hylo Open in Germany. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) did not release funds for the team's four-tournament tour across Finland, Denmark, France and Germany. Players were left to manage travel, food and accommodation expenses themselves, with some competing without their coaches. Sindhu said she was "a bit shocked" by the decision and received financial help from Olympic Gold Quest. SAI blamed the Badminton Association of India for missing the 30-day proposal deadline. (PC: India Today)

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to restore an awareness video featuring actor Dia Mirza after it was removed following objections from BJP leaders. The video was part of the civic body's eco-friendly Diwali campaign and urged people not to burst firecrackers on public roads, in line with court directions. A bench of Justices Girish Kulkarni and Neela Gokhale expressed displeasure over politicians giving the environmental campaign a communal angle. Calling India a secular country, the court said everyone breathes the same air and stressed the need to respect all communities. (PC: NDTV)

The Supreme Court on Tuesday took note of a Hindustan Times report highlighting the open sale of conventional and unauthorised firecrackers in Delhi-NCR despite restrictions. A bench of Justices MM Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale asked the Centre, Delhi government and police to take necessary steps to prevent violations. The report found firecrackers being sold openly in markets, with some products carrying missing or questionable QR codes. The court has allowed only certified green crackers to be sold at designated locations from November 4 to 6. Online sales remain prohibited, while a complete ban will return from November 9. (PC: HT)

Americans are voting in midterm elections that will decide control of Congress and shape the final 2 years of Donald Trump's presidency. The elections come as Republicans face growing concerns over rising living costs, fuel prices and the ongoing war with Iran. Trump's approval rating has fallen to around 38%, while Democrats are hoping to gain seats in key Senate and House races. Republicans have increased campaign spending in traditionally safe states, including Kansas, amid concerns about a tighter contest. However, voter dissatisfaction with Trump does not automatically translate into support for Democrats, whose own approval remains low. (PC: BBC)

All 9 people killed in a Learjet 60 crash in Florida's Palm Beach County have been identified. The victims included Texas-based technology entrepreneur Adam Robinson, his wife Helen Sharp and their 2 children, aged 4 and 2. Three other passengers, Rachael Reed, Charmi Fehr and Anita Maria Cetina, also died. The aircraft's pilot, Jeff Gregory, and 20-year-old co-pilot Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras were among the victims. The jet was flying from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas when it crashed on November 1. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, with weather conditions and possible ice accumulation among the key areas of focus.

An Indian seafarer was killed after an Indian-flagged vessel, Al Jusufi, was struck by an aerial object off the coast of Oman. The vessel was carrying 14 crew members when the incident occurred. The Indian government confirmed the death and said it was monitoring the situation. The incident has raised concerns over the safety of commercial shipping in the region, which has witnessed heightened security tensions. Authorities are looking into the circumstances surrounding the attack and the condition of the remaining crew members. (PC: News18)