A suicide bomber struck the District Judicial Complex in Islamabad on 11 November, killing at least 12 people and wounding over 30. Shehbaz Sharif accused Afghanistan-based militants acting on behalf of India for orchestrating the attack via its proxies, amid heightened tensions following a car-bombing in Delhi. Authorities noted the blast took place amid an ongoing operation to rescue cadets in South Waziristan, amplifying concerns of widening cross-border violence. 

A woman doctor from Lucknow, identified as Dr. Shaheen Shahid, has been arrested in connection with a large terror module spanning Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. Police linked her to the recent car-blast near Red Fort in Delhi, alleging involvement with the terror group Jaish‑e‑Mohammed (JeM). The investigation also revealed weapons found in her vehicle, including an AK-47 rifle. Authorities say she may have been tasked with establishing a women's wing for JeM in India, marking a shift toward sophisticated “white-collar” terror networks. (PTI)

A white Hyundai i20 (registration HR 26 CE 7674) that exploded near the Red Fort in Delhi — killing nine people — was first spotted at Connaught Place and later at Mayur Vihar on November 10 before being parked at the lot of the Sunehri Masjid in Chandni Chowk. The vehicle had reportedly stood unused on the grounds of Al Falah University from October 29 to November 10 and was later found next to a car linked to key suspects in the case. Investigators indicated the explosion involved high-grade military explosives and may have been triggered accidentally when the IED was improperly assembled. (PC: NDTV)

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting internal pressure as allies confirm he'll fight any leadership challenge from Labour MPs. Fears emerged that his position could be threatened post-Budget in fortnight. Potential successors discussed include Health Secretary Wes Streeting, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, and former Transport Secretary Louise Haigh. Starmer supporters warn leadership contest would replicate Conservative chaos, destabilize markets, and jeopardize Trump relations. Opinion polls show Starmer potentially Britain's most unpopular PM in modern polling history, with Labour commanding merely one-fifth electoral support. One minister stated: "He's hated out there. Worse than Corbyn." May's devolved and local elections represent likely crunch point, though some MPs advocate earlier action. (PC: Britainnica)

Billionaire investor Barry Sternlicht warned NYC will "turn into Mumbai" under Mayor Zohran Mamdani's rent freeze plan, calling the socialist agenda economically destructive. The Starwood Capital Group CEO told CNBC that freezing rents amid stagnant tenant incomes will trigger nonpayment chains, eroding property ownership confidence. Sternlicht blamed NYC's construction challenges on trade unions and high regulatory costs, noting projects exceeding $100 million must use expensive union labor. He warned Mamdani's policies are combined with tight margins which will discourage developers from building new housing. The Democratic Socialist defeated Andrew Cuomo promising rent caps for millions of units with expanded tenant protections. Real estate industry fears frozen rents will hinder building maintenance, renovation, and sector investment. (PC: India Today)

Pakistan secured a thrilling six-run victory over Sri Lanka in Tuesday's first ODI, taking a 1-0 series lead under heightened security following Islamabad's suicide attack killing twelve people earlier that day. Salman Agha's unbeaten 105 off 87 balls powered Pakistan from struggling 95/4 to 299/5, aided by Hussain Talat's maiden fifty (62) in a crucial 138-run partnership. Haris Rauf's devastating 4/61 restricted Sri Lanka to 293/9 despite Wanindu Hasaranga's valiant 59. The Pakistan Cricket Board strengthened security around Sri Lanka's team post-incident. Agha and Mohammad Nawaz added 104 runs in the final ten overs. Remaining ODIs scheduled for Rawalpindi Thursday and Saturday under continued tight security measures. (PC: TOI)

Suspected Red Fort suicide bomber Dr. Umar Nabi went underground three days before Monday's attack, switching off his phone after learning police sought him following Dr. Adil and Dr. Muzamil's arrests. The doctor duo's interrogation led authorities to recover 2,900 kg explosive material, including ammonium nitrate, from Faridabad, Haryana. Police raided Dr. Umar's Koyal village home in Pulwama, arresting his mother, two brothers, and father for DNA sampling against bomber remains. The 33-year-old's colleague Dr. Sajad remains in custody. Twenty kilometers away, police detained plumber brothers Amir and Umar Rashid from Samboora village. Investigation began October 19 after Jaish-e-Mohammed posters surfaced in Nowgam Srinagar, unveiling a worrying white-collar radicalized professional terrorist ecosystem. (PC: X/@shorts91)

India ranks ninth globally in Germanwatch's Global Climate Risk Index for countries most impacted by climate disasters between 1995-2024. The nation endured nearly 430 extreme weather events over three decades, causing over 80,000 deaths and approximately $170 billion in cumulative economic losses. Major catastrophes include the 1999 Odisha Super Cyclone, 2013 Uttarakhand floods, and record-breaking heatwaves in 1998, 2002, and 2015 that killed thousands. Storms and floods consistently dominate economic damage, with densely populated coastal areas and river basins facing existential threats. The report distinguishes India among countries suffering recurring extreme events rather than rare singular catastrophes. Recovery efforts struggle keeping pace with successive climate-driven shocks, severely hindering sustainable development progress. (PC: Maces & India Today)

A devastating blast destroyed a Hyundai i20 near Delhi's Red Fort Metro Station Gate No. 1 at 6:50 pm Monday, killing ten people with several critically injured. Agencies invoked UAPA, treating it as planned terror attack. Forensic teams collected 42 exhibits including car parts and gas cylinder fragments. Terror suspect Dr. Umar Mohammad allegedly drove the vehicle through central Delhi areas like Connaught Place at 2:30 am, later Mayur Vihar before the explosion at a red light. Investigators suspect high-grade military explosives based on blast intensity and scene conditions. Preliminary probe suggests the module's handler operated from abroad, indicating possible foreign connection. NIA has formally assumed investigation as nationwide alerts remain active. Sonamarg traders held solidarity candle march Tuesday. (PC: X)

Israel's Knesset passed first reading of a controversial death penalty bill targeting "terrorism," with 39-16 votes Monday. Proposed by far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, the legislation applies to individuals killing Israelis from "racist" motives "harming the State of Israel and Jewish people's revival." Critics argue wording ensures application almost exclusively against Palestinians killing Jews, not Jewish extremists attacking Palestinians. Amnesty International's Erika Guevara Rosas condemned it as "state-sanctioned killing, domination and oppression," calling it discriminatory and apartheid-system product. The bill requires second and third readings before becoming law. Hamas termed it "blatant international law violation." Over 10,000 Palestinians currently detained in Israeli prisons face alleged torture and medical neglect.