Breaking News, November 18 | Highlights

The Competition Commission of India (Commission) imposes a monetary penalty of Rs 213.14 crore on Meta for anti-competitive practices in relation to 2021 Privacy Policy Update. 

In a significant development, former Maharashtra Home Minister and senior NCP (SP) leader Anil Deshmukh's car was attacked in Nagpur district on Monday (November 18). According to the information released, the leader was supposedly travelling towards Katol after attending a meeting in Narkhed village when miscreants threw stones at his car. The police said the incident led to the leader suffering a head injury.

Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi & NCR has deteriorated to an alarmingly high index. In the larger interest of students, it has been decided that the classes shall be conducted in Online Mode till Saturday, 23rd November, 2024: University of Delhi

PM Modi meets Brazilian President Lula. He said, "Looking forward to the proceedings at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Thankful to President Lula for the warm welcome."

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde said, "Rahul Gandhi brought a very big 'tijori' in Mumbai. We thought that he had brought it to give something to Maharashtra...He has come to loot the 'tijori' of Maharashtra...He has given the wrong information regarding Dharavi. 2 lakh people will be getting homes in Dharavi...Everyone should give priority to Dharavi. This is the biggest project of Asia and I will appeal to the people of Dharavi to keep the political people aside and see what is beneficial for you..."

Ahead of the voting for the single-phase assembly elections in Maharashtra and the second phase of voting in Jharkhand, political campaigning ends in the states. Voting will be held on November 20.

CBI arrests former chairman of Chattisgarh PSC Taman Singh Sonwani for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 45 lakh: Officials

Ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly Elections, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde campaigns in support of the party's candidate from the Mumba Devi seat, Shaina NC. It is pertinent to note that campaigning for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 will end today.

On the ongoing situation in Manipur, Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said, "Everyone knows what is happening in Manipur. The Prime Minister has not gone there yet. I have gone to Manipur. We have asked the government to stop the violence. Someone has a vested interest. The Home Minister should do his work, but for some reason, he is not doing his work. Peace should be restored there. BJP people spread hatred, that is why 'aag lagti hai'. 'Aag ko sirf Congress mita sakti hain' because we talk about love, brotherhood..."

On former Delhi Minister Kailash Gahlot quitting AAP and joining BJP, AAP leader Manish Sisodia said, "He was with us for a long time. Now he decided that he wants to work with the Bharatiya Janata Party. I wish him all the best...The people of Delhi love Kejriwal..."

Centre to send additional 50 CAPF companies comprising over 5,000 personnel to Manipur amid 'challenging' situation in state: Sources

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav visits and offers prayers at Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai.

Centre to send additional 50 CAPF companies comprising over 5,000 personnel to Manipur amid 'challenging' situation in state, said sources.

 Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh: An investigation team reached Jhansi Medical College to investigate the fire incident that took place here on November 16.

SC issues notice to Centre on PIL alleging vacancies in debt recovery tribunals in country.

SC says it will not allow scaling down of preventive measures under stage 4 of GRAP even if AQI goes below 450.

SC asks Delhi govt about steps taken to curb rising pollution level in national capital.

SC questions Delhi govt over delay in implementation of stage 4 of GRAP in national capital despite alarming rise in pollution.

We will remove 50 per cent cap on reservations, said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at press briefing in Mumbai.

Caste census is the biggest issue before us and we will get it done; it is our central pillar, said Rahul Gandhi at press briefing in Mumbai.

Maharashtra assembly polls a battle of ideologies, between a few billionaires and the poor, said Rahul Gandhi at a press briefing in Mumbai.

Rajasthan: Jaipur Foundation Day is being celebrated with prayers at Moti Dungri Temple, and with a lot of pomp and show in the presence of both the Mayors Kusum Yadav, and Somya Gurjar in Jaipur. 

National Investigation Agency has taken over three cases linked to the violence leading to the loss of lives and disruption in public order in Manipur. The agency took over these cases from Manipur Police following a recent order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Passengers wait at Delhi Railway Station as several trains get delayed due to dense fog in the region.

Manipur authorities have imposed a curfew in Imphal West and Imphal East in light of the recent tense situation here. 

A thick layer of smog blankets Delhi-NCR as Air Quality Index (AQI) remains is 'severe' category in several parts. Visuals from Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 3 area.

Dense fog on Delhi-Jaipur Highway reduces visibility affecting traffic.

Haryana: A layer of fog shrouds the Ambala city.

Odisha: Migratory birds begin arriving in Chilika, as the onset of winter begins. Glossy ibis, Purple moorhen, Pintail, Godwit, Great egret, Medium egret, Bronze wing jacana, Black wing stilt, Cormorants and various other kinds of birds seen.

Agra, Uttar Pradesh: A thick layer of haze engulfs the Taj Mahal amid the rise in air pollution levels.

Delhi witnesses thick fog cover. Early morning visuals from India Gate area.

Trains' movement continues amid smog in Delhi. Visuals from New Delhi Railway Station.

Maharashtra: A blanket of smog covered several parts of Mumbai city.

 Delhi: Toxic foam seen floating on the Yamuna River in Kalindi Kunj, as pollution level in the river continues to remain high.

Fire breaks out on a country boat at Rameswaram Fishing Harbour. More details awaited. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an X post said, " Landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to take part in the G20 Summit. I look forward to the Summit deliberations and fruitful talks with various world leaders"