Mumbai has been named the happiest city in Asia for 2025, according to Time Out’s City Life Index. The survey, which included over 18,000 people, found that 94% of Mumbaikars said their city makes them happy. Residents praised Mumbai’s culture, food, and strong sense of community. Beijing and Shanghai took the second and third spots with 93% and 92% satisfaction. Chiang Mai and Hanoi also ranked in the top five for their peaceful and friendly lifestyles. Experts say that connection, culture, and comfort make these cities stand out in spreading everyday happiness. (PC: HT)

India star Jemimah Rodrigues shared a funny remark after joining Brisbane Heat for the Women’s Big Bash League, saying she was unsure Australia would let her in after India beat them in the World Cup semi-final. Her comment went viral, drawing a humorous reply from Australia batter Beth Mooney. During a WBBL match, Mooney joked she feared Australia might not let her back in after losing. India ended Australia’s 16-match World Cup winning streak, with Jemimah’s unbeaten 127 guiding India to victory and the team later winning their first-ever ODI World Cup title. (PC: NDTV)

Four doctors were arrested in four days in separate terror-related cases across India, revealing a growing trend of radicalisation among educated professionals. The arrests in Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat led to the recovery of rifles, pistols, ammonium nitrate, and ricin-making material. Officials said the accused had links with banned groups like ISIS, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. Among those held are Dr Adeel Ahmad Rather, Dr Muzamil Shakeel, and Dr Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed. Police say the suspects were planning chemical and firearm-based attacks under the guidance of international handlers. (PC: India Today)

A massive fire at Amar Chitra Katha’s warehouse in Bhiwandi, near Mumbai, destroyed around 600,000 books and rare original artworks. The blaze, caused by a short circuit, lasted four days. Lost in the fire were over 200 hand-drawn illustrations from the 1960s and 1970s, along with special editions of Amar Chitra Katha and Tinkle. The loss is both emotional and historic for fans of Indian comics. Editors said most works are digitally preserved and promised to rebuild. The comics, created by Anant Pai in 1967, remain cultural icons, teaching generations about Indian heritage. (PC: BBC)

A woman doctor from Lucknow, identified as Dr Shaheen, was arrested after an AK-47 rifle was found in her car in Faridabad. The car was used by Dr Muzammil Shakil, a physician from Pulwama, earlier arrested in a terror module case. Police recently seized 360 kg of explosives and over 2,500 kg of ammonium nitrate from two houses rented by him. The case involves links to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind networks across Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Dr Shaheen is the third doctor and eighth suspect arrested. She was flown to Srinagar for questioning. (PC: HT)

The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be dismantled to build a new 102-acre Sports City, sources said. The project aims to upgrade India’s sports infrastructure as the country eyes hosting the 2036 Olympics. Officials are studying models from Qatar and Australia to design world-class, multi-sport facilities. Built for the 1982 Asian Games and renovated for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, the stadium has been a key sports landmark for decades. The new Sports City will feature high-performance training centres and modern venues. Construction will begin once final plans and approvals are completed. (PC: India Today)

India’s data centre industry is expanding rapidly, powered by AI, internet use, and global tech investments. Google’s $15 billion project in Andhra Pradesh highlights this surge, with capacity expected to rise 77% by 2027. But experts warn the boom is straining India’s limited water supply. Data centres, which need vast amounts of water for cooling, could double their consumption to 358 billion litres by 2030. Most facilities are in already water-stressed cities like Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Researchers urge firms to use treated wastewater and zero-water cooling systems to prevent future shortages. (PC: BBC)

Astronomers are tracking a mysterious interstellar comet named 3I/ATLAS, which has shown strange changes as it nears the Sun. The comet, discovered in July in Chile, is only the third known visitor from outside our solar system. NASA said it poses no threat to Earth and will pass closest in December. Scientists say it has unexpectedly sped up, turned blue, and even lost its tail. Some experts believe gas loss is pushing it forward, while others explore more unusual ideas. The comet will remain under observation as it travels toward Jupiter in 2026. (PC: NDTV)

Police have busted a major terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH) in a joint operation across Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana. Seven people, including two doctors, have been arrested. Officials said 2,900 kg of IED material, arms, and ammunition were seized. The case is linked to the earlier recovery of 350 kg of explosives from a rented house in Faridabad. One of the accused, Dr Muzammil Shakil, worked at Al Falah University. Police said the arrests have foiled a major terror plot. The investigation is being carried out by J&K and Haryana Police. (PC: HT)

A 23-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh, Rajyalakshmi (Raji) Yarlagadda, was found dead in Texas, US, on November 7. She had recently completed her MS in computer science at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi and was looking for a job. Raji, from Karanchedu village, had been suffering from cough and chest pain for a few days before her death. Her family, who depend on farming, has started a GoFundMe campaign to help with funeral costs and repay her education loan. The cause of death is still under investigation. Raji went to the US in 2023 to pursue higher studies. (PC: India Today)