Russia's Defense Ministry reported on Tuesday that Ukraine launched six US-made ATACMS missiles at Bryansk following US President Joe Biden's decision to ease restrictions on the use of long-range American weapons. While five missiles were intercepted, one caused debris to ignite a fire at a military site; no casualties were reported. Ukraine claimed it targeted a military weapons depot. This development comes amid reports of Russia deploying North Korean troops along Ukraine's border. Moscow warned that the US's move escalates the Ukraine-Russia conflict, coinciding with President Vladimir Putin revising Russia's nuclear doctrine to address joint conventional-nuclear attacks.

Delhi's Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging immediate approval for artificial rain to tackle the capital’s severe pollution crisis. Highlighting the dangerous air quality index (AQI) of 494, Rai emphasized the urgency of action, terming the situation a "medical emergency." Despite repeated letters to Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav since August, no response was received. Rai criticized the central government, calling it their "moral responsibility" to address pollution. Citing successful experiments like Kanpur IIT's cloud seeding, he pressed for immediate measures to save Delhi from toxic smog enveloping the region.

Over 100 passengers of an Air India flight from Phuket to New Delhi have been stranded for over 80 hours due to repeated technical issues. The flight, scheduled for November 16, initially faced delays before taking off but was forced to make an emergency landing in Phuket after two-and-a-half hours. Passengers allege poor communication and inadequate assistance during the ordeal. Air India provided hotel accommodations, meals, refunds, and rescheduling options, emphasizing safety as its priority. However, many passengers, including children and the elderly, remain frustrated. Around 40 passengers are still in Phuket, awaiting further arrangements, according to airline sources.

State Bank of India (SBI) faced a significant setback last week, losing ₹34,984 crore in market valuation over four trading days. The decline, driven by a 4.62% drop in share price, reduced SBI’s market cap to ₹7,17,584.07 crore. On November 14, its shares closed at ₹805.95. The broader market also suffered as the BSE Sensex fell by 1,906 points (2.39%). Other major firms, including Reliance Industries, saw substantial losses. Despite the slump, Reliance remains India’s most valued company with a market cap of ₹17.15 lakh crore. SBI recently increased its marginal cost of fund-based lending rates (MCLR) by 5 basis points, effective November 15.

Large parts of the UK experienced heavy snow, causing school closures, travel disruptions, and warnings to check on vulnerable people. Met Office yellow alerts for snow and ice were issued for northern England, Scotland, the Midlands, and Wales. Over 130 schools were shut in Wales, while train services, including Northern Rail and East Midlands Railway, faced delays and cancellations. Roads like the A44 in Powys and A57 in Derbyshire were closed due to dangerous conditions. Scotland recorded -11.2°C, its coldest early winter temperature since 1998. Authorities urged drivers to reduce speed and carry snow kits for safety.

Harshita Brella, 24, was found dead in a car boot in Ilford, east London, after reportedly being murdered by her husband, Pankaj Lamba, who has fled the UK. Brella, a domestic violence victim, had a protection order in place before her death. Her family in Delhi described her as a dedicated teacher and revealed she faced restrictions and abuse in her arranged marriage. “We want her body brought home for peace,” said her father. Northamptonshire Police launched a murder investigation and shared Lamba's photo, urging cooperation. Harshita’s family demands justice and accountability for her tragic death.

Manipur remains tense as Meitei civil society groups rejected resolutions from the NDA meeting, demanding stricter action against Kuki insurgent groups. Six killings in Jiribam have reignited violence, with protests intensifying statewide. The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) has issued a 24-hour ultimatum for revised resolutions, warning of government office shutdowns if unmet. Assam sealed borders, fearing violence spillover. The NDA's National People’s Party withdrew support from CM N Biren Singh's government. Meanwhile, Kuki groups held coffin rallies to protest alleged atrocities. Calls grow for declaring all Suspension of Operation (SoO) groups unlawful.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a doctrine lowering the nuclear weapons use threshold, threatening retaliation if Ukraine uses Western-supplied missiles to target Russia. This development follows Ukraine’s first US-made ATACMS strike on Russia’s Bryansk region, marking 1,000 days of the war. The Kremlin accused NATO of escalating the conflict, with Dmitry Peskov warning that Western targeting assistance makes them de facto participants. Meanwhile, Russian airstrikes on Odesa killed 8 people. Moscow has hinted at supplying long-range weapons to its allies if Western nations persist in aiding Ukraine. President-elect Donald Trump’s stance on US support for Ukraine adds further uncertainty.

Dense smog caused by severe air pollution has led to multiple accidents in Uttar Pradesh, leaving 2 bikers dead and dozens injured. In Noida, a bus and two trucks collided on the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, injuring over 12 passengers. Near Agra, six vehicles piled up on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway due to poor visibility. In Bulandshahr, a truck fatally hit a biker, while another accident in Badaun claimed the life of a teacher. Severe pollution has turned visibility hazardous across North India, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay indoors as air quality remains in the 'severe+' category.

In a historic medical achievement, AIIMS Bhubaneswar successfully revived a 24-year-old soldier from Odisha using Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (eCPR). The soldier's heart had stopped for 120 minutes following cardiac arrest. Conventional CPR failed after 40 minutes, prompting doctors to initiate eCPR, combining ECMO technology to oxygenate and pump blood externally. Led by Dr. Srikant Behera, the team restored the soldier's heart function within 40 minutes of eCPR. The patient was weaned off ECMO in 96 hours and has since recovered. This marks a significant milestone in Odisha's medical history and showcases cutting-edge cardiac intervention.