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Amit Shah on Sunday greeted the Border Security Force (BSF) on its raising day and said that the soldiers of the Central Armed Police Force stand as a resolute shield, safeguarding the honour and aspirations of India with unwavering determination. Shah took to X to share his wishes to the border guarding force, which is responsible for guarding 3,323 km of India-Pakistan and 4,096 km of India-Bangladesh border, on the event pointing that the the courage, selflessness, and willingness of BSF personnel to make the ultimate sacrifice epitomize the spirit of service to the nation. Shah said that the indomitable valour and sacrifices of BSF personnel have not only fortified India's borders but also inspired generations of patriots to uphold the ideals of a flourishing and secure nation.

Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has submitted its response in a court — which had allowed a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid here — seeking control and management of the Mughal-era mosque as it is a protected heritage structure. Representing the ASI, lawyer Vishnu Sharma said the agency submitted its counterargument in the court on Friday, stating that it faced resistance from the mosque's management committee and locals in conducting surveys of the site. He said the ASI also highlighted an incident from January 19, 2018, when an FIR was filed against the mosque's management committee for installing steel railings on the mosque's steps without proper authorisation. The mosque, notified as an ASI-protected monument in 1920, is under the purview of the agency and as such, public access to the structure should be permitted, provided it adheres to ASI regulations, Sharma said.

NSE data. Notably, the number of women investors has surged by 59% since FY22, reflecting their growing trust in equity markets. Moving beyond traditional investments like gold and fixed deposits, women in Gujarat are reshaping their financial strategies. «Working women are increasingly drawn to equities, influenced by exposure to market-savvy colleagues and the prospect of better returns,» said Vaibhav Shah, director of a local stockbroking firm. NSE data shows that Gujarat had 59.06 lakh registered investors at the end of FY22, including 16.18 lakh women. By October 2024, the total investor base rose to 93.65 lakh, with women accounting for 25.66 lakh, marking a 58.59% increase in female participation.

Mulugu SP Shabarish said that the encounter took place in the Eturnagaram forest area. «Seven Maoists died in a police encounter at Eturnagaram forest area,» SP Shabarish said.

Vice President-elect JD Vance has attracted online criticism after expressing support for Ohio State University’s senior football players, following their defeat to the Michigan Wolverines in the highly anticipated rivalry game known as "The Game." Vance, an Ohio State alumnus, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday to offer words of encouragement after the Ohio State Buckeyes’ fourth consecutive loss to their fierce rivals from Michigan. In his post, Vance wrote, “I know it sucks to lose four to Michigan, but for your entire college career you guys have conducted yourselves like champions. I speak for nearly all of us fans when I say: we’re proud of you!” His message aimed to uplift the Ohio State seniors, acknowledging their sportsmanship and resilience throughout their college careers.

According to the rating agency Crisil, the growth is weighed down by high interest rates and low fiscal impulse. «Risks are tilted toward the downside given the lacklustre second quarter growth number,» said the Crisil report.

USD 656.582 billion in the week that ended on November 22, data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) showed. The forex reserves dropped by about USD 1.310 billion in the reporting week. The reserves have been falling ever since it touched all-time high of USD 704.89 billion in September. The reserves have been declining likely due to RBI intervention aimed at preventing a sharp depreciation of the Rupee. A substantial foreign exchange reserve buffer helps shield domestic economic activity from global shocks.

Gangs of London Season 3 has been released. The Sky and AMC action drama returns with familiar characters and new faces.

Himachal Pradesh government is again in a tight spot for issuing notices to a state roadways conductor and driver after an audio clip with defamatory remarks against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was allegedly played in their bus. A man in his complaint to the Chief Minister's Office said defamatory words were used against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav and other leaders in an audio clip which was played in the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus plying between Shimla and Sanjauli on November 5. In a letter to the conductor and driver of the bus on November 25, the HRTC sought explanation from them. The letter went viral on the internet.

Knight Frank India. As many as 9,736 units were registered during November 2023. In a statement on Saturday, real estate consultant Knight Frank India said that Mumbai city, under the jurisdiction of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), recorded 10,216 property registrations in November 2024. The data is as of 8 pm on Saturday. The number might increase slightly.

Morris Chestnut. The series begins six months after Sherlock Holmes’s death.

«The pneumatic gate system installed at Pise, which supplies water to BMC has malfunctioned today (30th November 2024). The repair work of this gate will be done between 1st December to 2nd December 2024. Due to this work, 10% water cut will be imposed in the Mumbai City and Suburbs during 1st December to 5th December 2024,» said the civic body in a statement.

From shocking cliffhangers to emotional twists, Season 8 has been a rollercoaster ride, and fans eagerly await its return. Here’s everything you need to know about when 9-1-1 will be back with new episodes, streaming options, and what to expect from the rest of the season.

Trump has previously promised to target political adversaries if re-elected, raising concerns among Democrats like Hoffman.

National Education Policy 2020 focuses on key reforms in higher education that will enable the next generation to compete in the new digital age and comprehensively outlines the vision of India's new education system, which also inspires the promotion of ancient high ideals. Acharya said that a centre of higher learning should not only be a centre of academic excellence and technical knowledge, but also a place for personality building and promotion of moral values. A university’s objective should encompass giving knowledge of the subject and making a student responsible and sensitive citizen. Addressing the students at the convocation of Royal Global University here this evening, the Governor asked the Royal Global University to develop a model of inclusive education which have the element of compassion for all living beings and take a leading role in educating all students, especially those belonging to unprivileged section of the society.

Himachal Pradesh has received the third lowest rainfall (in November this year) since 1901, the local Met department said in a statement issued here. The highest rainfall of 88.5 mm was received in 1925, it said. However, it did not share the data of the first and second lowest rainfall.

Gautam Adani responded by saying that this is not the first time the company has faced such challeneges and every attack made us stronger. «We had our successes, our challenges were even bigger. These challenges have not broken us. They made us tougher. We will rise stronger, said Adani while addressing the 51st Gem & Jewellery Awards, Jaipur. „Less than 2 weeks back, we faced allegations from the US. This is not the first time we faced such challenges. What I can tell you is that every attack makes us stronger,“ said Adani. U.S. authorities accused Adani, 62, his nephew and executive director Sagar Adani and managing director of Adani Green, Vneet S. Jaain, of being part of a scheme to pay bribes of $265 million to secure Indian solar power supply contracts, and misleading U.S. investors during fund raises there.

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Saturday asked the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir to take measures to stop the «injustice» of dismissing employees over alleged terror links and reinstate all those who have been terminated so far. His remark came a day after two government employees were dismissed from service by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha for alleged terror links. «Two more government employees terminated by the stroke of a pen without any legal recourse! Families rendered destitute before the onset of harsh winters. Punishment and fear is the hallmark of an authoritarian mindset that has been ruling us here,» Farooq said in a post on X. He also called upon the elected government headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in the Union territory to reinstate all the employees who have been terminated «in an unjust manner».

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense, is under scrutiny following the disclosure of a 2018 email from his mother, Penelope Hegseth, alleging a history of mistreatment toward women. The revelations come as Hegseth prepares for Senate confirmation hearings, which are expected to intensify focus on his character and past conduct. In the email, Penelope Hegseth expressed deep disappointment in her son’s actions, stating, “You are an abuser of women—that is the ugly truth...I have no respect for any man that belittles, lies, cheats, sleeps around, and uses women for his own power and ego. You are that man.” She criticized his treatment of his second wife, Samantha, during their contentious divorce, accusing him of labeling her “unstable” for his advantage. Penelope later apologized for the email, explaining in a phone interview with The New York Times that her comments were made in anger during a difficult period for her son. Defending Pete, she stated, “It is not true. It has never been true. He is a good father, husband.” She also criticized the publication of her email, calling it “disgusting.”

HSBC Holdings' board has appointed headhunters to start the recruitment of its next chairman to succeed Mark Tucker, Sky News reported on Saturday. The London-listed, Asia-focused bank will consider both existing non-executive directors and outsiders to succeed Tucker, the report said, citing sources. The bank has appointed headhunters including MWM Consulting to run the process, the report added.