The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified on November 29, 2024, that India has not received any request from US authorities regarding an arrest warrant for industrialist Gautam Adani. The statement followed reports that US prosecutors had indicted Adani for allegedly orchestrating a $265 million bribery scheme. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that this is a legal matter between private entities and the US Department of Justice. The Indian government is not involved, as such legal matters require formal requests, which have not been received from the US.

Ukraine’s energy infrastructure is under relentless assault from Russia, with the latest attacks targeting vital power plants just as winter sets in. Despite the damage, engineers work tirelessly to restore capacity, while Ukraine's western allies, including the European Commission and the US, provide financial support. As power cuts affect daily life, residents adapt by using generators, inverters, and creative solutions to maintain essential services like lifts and hot water. The war’s third winter has turned power disruptions into a national preoccupation, with communities banding together to cope with the ongoing challenges.              

Six days after Maharashtra’s assembly election results, suspense remains over the new state leadership. Sources revealed that Eknath Shinde, the caretaker CM, is seeking 12 ministerial berths for Shiv Sena. While offered the deputy CM role, Shinde is pushing for the home and urban development portfolios. During a meeting with Mahayuti leaders at Amit Shah’s residence, talks continued over the distribution of portfolios. Shinde is also advocating for a cabinet berth for his son, Shrikant, at the Centre. Decisions on the final lineup are expected after a meeting in Delhi with BJP top brass.

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy’s fate will be decided today during an important ICC Board meeting, amid tensions over its venue. India has refused to travel to Pakistan due to security concerns, while Pakistan remains firm on hosting the tournament. Three key options are being discussed: a hybrid model with matches in Pakistan and a neutral venue, hosting India’s matches in Pakistan, or relocating the tournament entirely. Financial pressures and the need to maintain India’s participation could force Pakistan to compromise. A decision is expected around 7 pm IST.

Boston Logan International Airport experienced major disruptions as four planes were involved in two separate collisions on Monday. The first incident occurred when an American Airlines jet clipped the wing of a parked Frontier Airlines plane, causing panic among passengers. Evelyn Pipione, a Frontier passenger, described the collision as "terrifying." Hours later, two other aircraft sustained damage in a similar mishap. Both incidents resulted in loud bangs and cracked wings, with several pilots sent to the hospital. Airport operations were severely affected, with investigations underway to determine the cause of these alarming events.

Bangladesh's top court dismissed a petition to ban ISKCON following recent violence triggered by the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das. Clashes in Chattogram left government prosecutor Saiful Islam Alif dead, sparking calls for the ban. ISKCON denied links to Das, stating he was expelled for rule violations. The Indian government expressed concern over attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, urging Dhaka to ensure their safety. ISKCON, a global religious organization founded in 1966, promotes Hindu traditions and operates in over 80 countries. Meanwhile, protests continue in West Bengal, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urging non-interference.

Three men en route to a wedding in Uttar Pradesh, India, died when their car veered off an unfinished bridge into a riverbed, allegedly following Google Maps directions. The bridge had collapsed earlier but lacked barricades or warnings. Authorities have filed a police complaint against four engineers and an unnamed Google Maps official for culpable homicide. This tragedy highlights India's poor road infrastructure and raises questions about navigation app liability. While Google Maps states users must exercise judgment, critics point to gaps in India’s data-sharing systems. Google confirmed its cooperation with the investigation as debates over accountability continue.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the residence of businessman Raj Kundra, husband of actor Shilpa Shetty, in connection with a money laundering case tied to alleged pornographic content distribution. Searches spanned 15 locations in Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh. Kundra, arrested in 2021 for producing porn films distributed via apps like "Hotshots," faces allegations of routing revenue through his company, Viaan Industries, and UK-based Kenrin Ltd. The ED is investigating transactions worth crores. Kundra, who denies all charges, is also linked to a separate Bitcoin fraud case. Legal charges include violations under IPC, IT Act, and Indecent Representation of Women Act.

Former USCIRF Commissioner Johnnie Moore stated, "No minority feels safe in Bangladesh," accusing interim leader Muhammad Yunus of failing to protect religious minorities. He condemned the arrest of Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das and the brutal murder of his lawyer, calling it an "existential threat" for minorities. Moore criticized the government’s diminishing commitment to secularism and urged Bangladesh to seek guidance from pluralistic nations like India and the U.S. ISKCON expressed solidarity with Das, arrested on sedition charges. Moore warned that continued neglect of minority rights could harm Bangladesh’s relationship with India, a vital economic and political partner.

Deborah Vanini, 38, from Como, Italy, tragically passed away after choosing to forego cancer treatment to save her unborn child. Diagnosed with stage 4 cancer the same day she learned of her pregnancy, doctors warned the life-saving medication would harm her baby. Deborah gave birth prematurely to her daughter, Megan, at 35 weeks on September 18, calling her a "miracle." She spent two precious months with Megan and her partner, Massimo, before succumbing to the illness. Lombardy's regional president praised her "extraordinary courage and love," calling her sacrifice an act of profound devotion and humanity.