Union Minister Kiren Rijiju dismissed the Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar. The motion, signed by over 50 MPs, accused Dhankhar of partisanship. Rijiju defended the Vice President as a respected leader who ensures fair proceedings. He claimed the ruling NDA has a majority in the Rajya Sabha, making the motion unlikely to succeed. The Opposition criticised Dhankhar for allowing BJP-led discussions while rejecting their issues. Parties like the Trinamool Congress, AAP, and Samajwadi Party backed the motion, uniting against Dhankhar’s conduct amid growing tensions in Parliament.

The Opposition INDIA bloc has submitted a notice to remove Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Around 60 MPs alleged that Dhankhar acted in a "partisan and unfair" manner, interrupting Opposition members and silencing dissent. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju condemned the move, calling it "extremely regrettable" and praising Dhankhar as professional and impartial. Rijiju criticised the Opposition for disrespecting the dignity of the Chair in both Houses. The Opposition, lacking a majority in the 243-member Rajya Sabha, said the motion is a message to protect democracy. No Vice President has been impeached in India's history.

Luigi Mangione, 26, was arrested for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York. Police found him at a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania with a ghost gun, ammunition, and fake IDs. Mangione, from Maryland, was a valedictorian and a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. His arrest revealed handwritten notes expressing anger towards corporate America. A former data engineer, Mangione had no prior arrests but had reportedly lost contact with family and friends recently. His family expressed shock, offering prayers for all involved. Police described the arrest as peaceful, though Mangione has since stopped cooperating.

Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor stunned at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, wearing a dazzling Falguni Shane Peacock gown. Her strapless outfit featured intricate floral designs, a sheer blue drape, and a flowing train, paired with minimal accessories and elegant makeup. Shraddha shared a memorable moment with Hollywood actor Andrew Garfield, known for The Amazing Spider-Man. A video showed the two exchanging smiles and posing for the media, creating a buzz among fans. Garfield looked sharp in a brown suit with a striped shirt and tie. Their interaction added charm to the star-studded event.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s bid to lead the INDIA bloc has gained backing from key leaders, including Lalu Prasad Yadav and Jagan Reddy’s YSRCP. Regional parties like the Samajwadi Party and NCP also support her. RJD leader Lalu Yadav dismissed Congress’s objections, saying they “don’t matter.” TMC leaders urged Congress to set aside its ego, arguing Mamata’s experience could strengthen the alliance. However, Congress raised doubts about the Trinamool’s influence beyond West Bengal, citing poor performance in other states. The rift highlights a growing struggle over leadership within the opposition alliance.

Israel has conducted over 300 airstrikes across Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime on Sunday, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Targets include military facilities, weapon depots, and airports in cities like Damascus, Aleppo, and Hama. Israel says the strikes aim to prevent weapons from reaching extremists during Syria's transitional period. The IDF denied entering Syrian territory, asserting its actions remain within the buffer zone. Syrian facilities have reportedly faced significant destruction, with observers calling it a blow to the Syrian army’s capabilities. Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasized the country’s commitment to defending its borders.

The Delhi BJP accused Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of corruption, calling his former bungalow a "museum of corruption." Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva claimed the bungalow has luxury features like a gym, sauna, and jacuzzi, costing ₹3.75 crore. He alleged Kejriwal misused public funds for personal comfort. AAP dismissed the accusations, calling them "baseless propaganda" to divert attention from issues like education and healthcare. Former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia said the BJP is avoiding accountability for failures in states like Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. The controversy continues as both parties trade allegations.

US President-elect Donald Trump mocked Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, referring to him as "Governor of Canada" after threatening 25% tariffs on Canadian imports. Trump, during a dinner meeting at Mar-a-Lago, suggested Canada could avoid tariffs by becoming the "51st state" of the US. Trudeau, who flew from Ottawa for the November 30 meeting, warned such tariffs would devastate Canada's economy. Trump joked Canada could become two states, with Trudeau as a Governor. Talks covered immigration, trade, and fentanyl issues. Both leaders called the meeting "productive," though Trudeau avoided addressing Trump's remarks publicly.

Animesh Mandal, a 44-year-old deputy superintendent-rank Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer posted in Nagpur, was arrested for sharing a hoax bomb threat on an IndiGo flight from Nagpur to Kolkata. The November 14 flight, carrying 187 passengers, made an emergency landing in Raipur, where the threat was deemed baseless. Mandal was charged under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and aviation safety laws. His lawyer claims the alert stemmed from unverified intelligence. Police confirmed the arrest followed IB interrogation. India recorded 719 hoax bomb threats to airlines in 2024, emphasizing the importance of robust aviation security protocols, including the Bomb Threat Contingency Plan.    

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Indian Navy successfully conducted "Well Deck" recovery trials for the Gaganyaan mission near Visakhapatnam. Held aboard a well-deck ship of the Eastern Naval Command, the test simulated the recovery of the Crew Module, vital for astronaut safety during re-entry. Key operations included attaching a recovery buoy, towing the module, and securing it in the well deck. This trial validated procedures and refined SOPs for recovery scenarios. As India moves closer to its first human spaceflight, this collaboration marks significant progress in space exploration.