Foreign traveler Porter has declared Chandigarh India's most well-designed city in a viral Instagram video garnering nearly one lakh views. Visiting India twice this year, Porter praised the city's cleanliness, modern infrastructure, and Sukhna Lake's pristine waters while recommending travelers skip conventional tourist triangles like Delhi-Agra-Jaipur. He highlighted Chandigarh's unique Punjabi-Haryanvi cultural blend, exceptional food, minimal traffic, and absence of excessive honking. Designed by Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier in the 1950s, the planned city features wide boulevards, tree-lined avenues, and organized sectors. Social media users appreciated Porter showcasing India's positive aspects, with some suggesting Chandigarh deserves European-standard tourism recognition alongside Kerala, Sikkim, and Kashmir.

Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana sparked controversy by referencing Harmanpreet Kaur while denying explosive abuse allegations from former pacer Jahanara Alam. Alam claimed junior players complained that Sultana physically hit and misbehaved with them. Responding sharply, Sultana asked, "Why would I get physical? Am I Harmanpreet?" referencing the Indian captain's infamous 2023 stump-smashing incident during India's Bangladesh tour after an LBW decision. Sultana questioned why players would call Alam in Australia instead of approaching team management if abuse occurred. She emphasized her personal space activities differ from professional conduct and challenged anyone to verify the allegations with other players or staff members.(PC: India TV News)

Iran has suspended visa-free entry for Indian citizens holding ordinary passports effective November 22, ending a facility introduced in February 2024 for tourism promotion. India's Ministry of External Affairs revealed the suspension follows numerous job scam cases where Indians were lured by fake employment offers and false transit promises. Criminals exploited the 15-day visa waiver facility, originally meant exclusively for tourism once every six months. Upon arrival, many victims were kidnapped and held for ransom by criminal gangs working with unscrupulous agents. The MEA issued strong advisories warning citizens to avoid agents offering visa-free travel or onward transit through Iran, emphasizing the suspension aims to prevent further exploitation by criminal elements.(PC: Foreign Policy)

A viral WhatsApp conversation shows a Gen Z employee confronting his toxic manager after requesting leave for his uncle's death. The manager prioritized a client meeting, dismissing the loss as insignificant since it wasn't his parent. The employee defended his need for mourning time, emphasizing his uncle raised him like a second father and reminding his boss about working late nights and weekends. Despite the employee's plea for basic human decency, the manager threatened termination, marked leave without pay, and demanded a death certificate. Social media users praised the employee's courage in challenging toxic Indian work culture, with many calling for the manager's sensitivity training and termination.

Doctor-turned-terrorist Umar un Nabi recorded a chilling video before the November 10 Red Fort blast explaining his views on suicide bombing. In the unseen footage, he discusses what he calls the "misunderstood" concept, arguing that suicide bombing should be labeled as martyrdom operations in Islam. He acknowledges arguments and contradictions against it, describing martyrdom operations as instances where individuals presume death at specific times and places. Investigators believe the most radicalized member of the Faridabad "white collar" terror module created this video to brainwash others. The explosion killed 13 people when Umar's explosive-laden Hyundai i20 detonated near Red Fort Metro Station, with evidence linking him to the Jaish-e-Mohammed network.

A major tragedy hit Indian Umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia on Monday. A bus carrying pilgrims from Mecca to Medina crashed into a tanker and caught fire. At least 42 Indians died in the accident. Rescue teams said the bus was burned completely, making it hard to identify the victims. One person, Mohd Abdul Shoiab, survived but is in hospital. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top leaders expressed deep sorrow and support for the families. The Indian Consulate in Jeddah has set up a 24x7 control room. The government has also shared helpline numbers to assist families of the victims. (PC: NDTV)

India has formally responded to Bangladesh’s request to extradite ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former minister Asaduzzaman Khan. The Ministry of External Affairs said it “remains committed to the best interests of the people of Bangladesh,” adding it will engage constructively with all sides. Dhaka wants both returned after a Bangladeshi tribunal sentenced them to death for crimes during a student protest crackdown. Under the 2013 extradition treaty, India may refuse if the request is politically motivated—a clause often cited by Hasina since she fled Bangladesh last year. (PC: India Today)

The terror group behind the Delhi suicide car blast had planned to use weaponised drones before the November 10 attack near the Red Fort, investigators said. The NIA found this plan after arresting the second accused, Jasir Bilal Wani, from Srinagar. He worked with suicide bomber Umar Un Nabi and gave technical help to modify drones and make small rockets. The module wanted to send a drone over a crowded place to cause maximum deaths. Sources said Danish had earlier built small weaponised drones. The NIA is checking all links as India continues to strengthen its anti-drone systems. (PC: NDTV)

India captain Shubman Gill is unlikely to play the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati after being advised not to fly due to acute neck pain. Gill injured his neck while batting on Day 2 of the first Test and later retired hurt. Medical scans showed neck spasms, and doctors have advised him to rest for three to four days and continue wearing a neck collar. The team is monitoring his recovery daily and will make a final decision by Tuesday. If he misses the match, India may turn to B Sai Sudharsan or Devdutt Padikkal as replacements.

Iran has ended its one-way visa-free entry for Indian citizens starting November 22, 2025. From this date, all Indian travellers must obtain a visa to enter or even transit through Iran. The MEA issued a strong advisory after several Indians were lured to Iran with fake job offers and promises of travel to other countries. Many were kidnapped for ransom after arriving there. The government said the visa waiver was being misused by criminal groups. Airlines have been told to check visas before boarding passengers. The move marks a major shift from Iran’s earlier policy meant to boost tourism and ties. (PC: India Today)