Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has accused the US military of misleading commercial shipping operators by claiming that the strategically important Strait of Hormuz is open. An IRGC Navy commander alleged that American forces are encouraging oil tankers to enter dangerous waters while avoiding the route themselves. The warning comes amid escalating maritime tensions, with Iranian authorities reporting that several tankers caught fire after encountering naval mines on unauthorised routes. Iran has also demanded the lifting of US sanctions and naval restrictions. Washington has not independently confirmed the allegations. (PC: Reuters)

Nvidia is facing a leadership crisis as CEO Jensen Huang comes under scrutiny following reports of an alleged relationship with a businesswoman suspected by US intelligence agencies of having links to Chinese espionage. Huang has acknowledged an extramarital relationship, while the company's board has launched an independent investigation. The controversy has raised concerns about corporate governance, national security and Nvidia's future leadership. Huang, who co-founded the company and has led it for 33 years, remains central to its operations. His departure could create uncertainty, as Nvidia reportedly lacks a clear successor. The controversy has also triggered shareholder litigation and market concerns. (PC: NDTV)

The Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed near Digaru railway station in Assam’s Kamrup (Metropolitan) district on Wednesday, November 11, at approximately 6:54 am. The locomotive and five coaches reportedly went off the tracks while the train was being received at the station to give precedence to another train. Several passengers were feared injured, although no fatalities had been reported. Northeast Frontier Railway launched rescue and relief operations, deploying senior officials to the accident site. An alternative train was arranged to transport stranded passengers. Authorities are assessing the situation, while the exact cause and number of injuries remain unconfirmed. (PC: The Hindu)

Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have completed a major player exchange ahead of the IPL 2027 season. Former MI captain Hardik Pandya will join Punjab Kings for ₹18 crore, receiving a ₹1.65 crore increase from his previous ₹16.35 crore contract. In exchange, Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh will move to Mumbai Indians, retaining his existing ₹18 crore fee. The trade ends Pandya’s second stint with Mumbai, where he captained the franchise for three seasons. Punjab expects Pandya’s all-round abilities to strengthen its squad, while Mumbai aims to improve its pace-bowling attack with Arshdeep’s arrival. (PC: X)

A 2025 video from a restaurant in Taipei, Taiwan, has attracted renewed attention amid controversy surrounding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s alleged affair with Chinese businesswoman Alice Huang. The footage reportedly shows Jensen with his arm around Alice’s waist before kissing her cheek, while his daughter, Madison Huang, photographs the pair. Madison’s then-fiancé, Nico Caprez, was also reportedly present. The video has sparked speculation about whether the relationship was known within the family. Jensen recently admitted to being unfaithful to his wife, Lori Huang. Meanwhile, Nvidia has launched an independent investigation into possible foreign intelligence involvement. 

India has proposed a three-point framework to support peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict as trilateral talks involving Russia, the US and Ukraine began in Abu Dhabi. The proposals include ensuring safe commercial shipping in the Black Sea, addressing concerns over energy and grain exports, and exploring non-aggression agreements to prevent escalation and protect critical infrastructure. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's commitment to a peaceful resolution through sustained diplomatic engagement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed peace initiatives with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov about the Black Sea food corridor and uninterrupted trade supplies.

A Liberia-flagged tanker carrying six Indian seafarers was struck by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf on Tuesday, leaving four crew members injured, including one Indian national. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal identified the vessel as MT Fujairah Energy, which was travelling from Al Ruwais to Dubai. The remaining 18 crew members, including five other Indians, were reported safe. The government is coordinating with the ship management company to ensure medical care and crew safety. The incident comes amid repeated attacks on commercial vessels since the Iran-US war began in February. October witnessed 37 ship attacks, the highest monthly total since the conflict started. (PC: Reuters)

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has relocated from his home to a military base following threats to his life allegedly originating from Iran, The New York Times reported on November 10, citing people familiar with the matter. The severity of the threats against Bessent remains unclear. The report comes amid warnings from a senior Trump administration intelligence official that Tehran has intensified efforts to target US personnel, with assassination plots against American citizens reaching “advanced stages”, according to a memo reviewed by Reuters last month. However, US officials reportedly believe Iran has limited capabilities to carry out large-scale attacks on American soil or elsewhere overseas. (PC: AP)

Six coaches and the locomotive of the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed at Digaru railway station in Assam around 6:54 am on Wednesday, November 11, disrupting both railway lines. At least seven passengers were initially reported injured and taken to a nearby hospital, although Indian Railways later said no injuries or casualties had been reported. The railway attributed the derailment to the loco pilot’s inability to control the train’s speed while it was being received at the station to give precedence to another train. Relief and rescue operations began immediately, and passengers were being transferred to their destinations by an alternate train. Senior railway officials rushed to the site.

India on Tuesday rejected allegations made by Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun against National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and former RAW chief Samant Goel in a US civil lawsuit. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the allegations as “fabricated and malicious” and called the lawsuit frivolous. The response came after a US court allowed Pannun to pursue serving legal summonses on the two officials through Indian courts. India also said requests for serving judicial documents must go through its designated central authority, the Ministry of Law and Justice. Pannun has sought damages over an alleged assassination plot in New York. (PC: The Indian Express)