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# India: Friday 6 November 2026

40 stories. Cite the publisher using original_url.

### US Consulate wants to partner with Singareni in critical minerals area

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:57 IST (2026-11-06T21:57+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/4e28281600ac
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/us-consulate-wants-to-partner-with-singareni-in-critical-minerals-area/article71675335.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/4e28281600ac-l.webp

A delegation of the Consulate meets executives of the Singareni Collieries

### Nithya Raman, first South Asian to lead Los Angeles, was born in Keralam’s Thrissur

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:24 IST (2026-11-06T21:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/052b093ee502
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/nithya-raman-first-south-asian-to-lead-los-angeles-was-born-in-keralam-s-thrissur-101793980450608.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/052b093ee502-l.webp

Nithya Raman, whose family has roots in Kerala’s capital Thiruvananthapuram, moved to the US with her parents when she was six.

### Operation Deep Source: Tamil Nadu Police Bust Inter-State Drugs Syndicate

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:32 IST (2026-11-06T20:32+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/72972e8ba937
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/operation-deep-source-tamil-nadu-police-bust-inter-state-drugs-syndicate-kingpins-arrested-from-haryana-12293765#publisher=newsstand

A major breakthrough came when an analysis of postal and courier booking records revealed that 588 parcels had been dispatched using customer accounts in Ambala over the preceding year.

### Karnataka proposes raising high-rise height limit from 21 metres to 24 metres

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:56 IST (2026-11-06T21:56+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/5b157b10fc4c
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/karnataka-proposes-raising-high-rise-height-limit-from-21-metres-to-24-metres/article71675072.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/5b157b10fc4c-l.webp

This is the second proposal to increase the height limit for high-rises in the State in just over a year

### BJP MLA asserts TDP-Jana Sena-BJP alliance will remain intact

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:23 IST (2026-11-06T21:23+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/433beac6e3d1
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/bjp-mla-asserts-tdp-jana-sena-bjp-alliance-will-remain-intact/article71674553.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/433beac6e3d1-l.webp

Adinarayana Reddy dismisses YSRCP’s hopes of a split; says alliance will address organisational shortcomings and emerge stronger

### CAQM directs MCG to prosecute official for failing to implement dust mitigation measures

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:56 IST (2026-11-06T20:56+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d7a5c2f8068b
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/caqm-directs-mcg-to-prosecute-official-for-failing-to-implement-dust-mitigation-measures-101793978516696.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/d7a5c2f8068b-l.webp

The examination found heaps of loose soil and construction and demolition dust lying unattended alongside road stretches.

### 'What About Haryana?' Punjab Minister's Retort On Delhi Pollution Blame

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:48 IST (2026-11-06T20:48+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/99fd1eeb2c06
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/what-about-haryana-punjab-ministers-retort-on-delhi-pollution-blamed-on-stubble-burning-12294043#publisher=newsstand

Punjab Finance Minister questions BJP's focus on AAP-ruled Punjab as Delhi's AQI nears 'severe'; BJP MP Manoj Tiwari asks if farm fires are a "conspiracy to ruin Diwali"

### Probe Agency Raids Premises Linked To Punjab AAP MLA In Rs 1-Crore Land 'Scam'

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:48 IST (2026-11-06T20:48+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/25b035002d2d
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/enforcement-directorate-raids-premises-linked-to-punjab-aap-mla-amandeep-kaur-arora-in-rs-1-crore-land-scam-12294005#publisher=newsstand

The premises searched included a hospital-cum-de-addiction centre associated with Amandeep Kaur Arora, the statement said.

### Cyclones caused over ₹500 crore loss to A.P. Energy Department, says Minister

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:25 IST (2026-11-06T21:25+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/c2f95ea591bd
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/cyclones-caused-over-500-crore-loss-to-ap-energy-department-says-minister/article71675481.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/c2f95ea591bd-l.webp

Over 7,500 power poles damaged by Cyclone Murasu; restoration targeted by Saturday evening, says Gottipati Ravi Kumar

### Rahul Gandhi tells Amit Shah to convince PM Modi for open debate on SIR: ‘Don't be afraid’

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:11 IST (2026-11-06T21:11+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/e79bbf6e12cb
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/rahul-gandhi-tells-amit-shah-to-convince-pm-modi-for-open-debate-on-sir-dont-be-afraid-101793977857191.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/e79bbf6e12cb-l.webp

The exchange comes amid a growing political face-off between the BJP and Congress over the SIR exercise and Rahul's demand for a public debate with PM Modi.

### Karnataka CM and Dy. CM question BJP-led Union government on higher ethanol blends

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 21:25 IST (2026-11-06T21:25+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/20bddd9cca9f
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/karnataka-cm-and-dy-cm-question-bjp-led-union-government-on-higher-ethanol-blends/article71674851.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/20bddd9cca9f-l.webp

### Supreme Court appoints ex-CJI Gavai to head panel scrutinising forest rights claims in Tamil Nadu

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:58 IST (2026-11-06T20:58+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/daf1d5a1e3ac
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/supreme-court-appoints-ex-cji-gavai-to-head-panel-scrutinising-forest-rights-claims-in-tamil-nadu-101793978889369.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/daf1d5a1e3ac-l.webp

### Karnataka Chief Minister meets Rahul Gandhi

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:56 IST (2026-11-06T20:56+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/59036560ce6e
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/karnataka-chief-minister-meets-rahul-gandhi/article71675352.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/59036560ce6e-l.webp

### Abdul Kalam Evaded Satellites At Pokhran. Now Punjab Farmers Are Doing It

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:51 IST (2026-11-06T20:51+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/426cd0de483e
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/abdul-kalam-evaded-satellites-at-pokhran-now-punjab-farmers-are-doing-it-12293647#publisher=newsstand

Farmers have now learned that satellites can only see what happens when they pass overhead. If fields are set ablaze outside those observation windows, many fires go undetected.

### BJP plans special celebration for LK Advani’s 99th birthday, PM Modi likely to visit

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:43 IST (2026-11-06T20:43+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/3c517b3977a6
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/bjp-plans-special-celebration-for-lk-advani-s-99th-birthday-pm-modi-likely-to-visit-101793977988382.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/3c517b3977a6-l.webp

The BJP has planned a havan at its headquarters for LK Advani’s 99th birthday, with PM Narendra Modi expected to call on the party veteran.

### Reservoirs in Andhra Pradesh hold 505.76 TMC after heavy rains

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:56 IST (2026-11-06T20:56+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/b41a45e9957e
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/reservoirs-in-andhra-pradesh-hold-50576-tmc-after-heavy-rains/article71674522.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/b41a45e9957e-l.webp

A flood cushion of 655.59 TMC remains available to accommodate further inflows, say WRD officials

### Man held on charge of sexually assaulting minor girl in Kozhikode

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:24 IST (2026-11-06T20:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/e0a73862646d
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/man-held-on-charge-of-sexually-assaulting-minor-girl-in-kozhikode/article71674205.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/e0a73862646d-l.webp

### Kerala to airlift critically ill elephant calf Maya to Vantara for specialised treatment

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:24 IST (2026-11-06T20:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/19fc59670d20
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/kerala-to-airlift-critically-ill-elephant-calf-maya-to-vantara-for-specialised-treatment-101793976037694.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/19fc59670d20-l.webp

Maya was rescued on April 19, 2025, after being found abandoned near Kaprikkad in the Malayattoor Division.

### Minor daughter allegedly helped father pack, dispose of bodies

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:24 IST (2026-11-06T20:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d70990c12c3e
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/minor-daughter-allegedly-helped-father-pack-dispose-of-bodies/article71675059.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/d70990c12c3e-l.webp

A preliminary police investigation revealed that the girl was studying at a pre-university college and was close to her father

### EC gives fresh chance to voters excluded from draft SIR rolls in Delhi, Maharashtra, 5 other states

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 20:05 IST (2026-11-06T20:05+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/3c1fdab78cc9
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ec-gives-fresh-chance-to-voters-excluded-from-draft-sir-rolls-in-7-states-delhi-andhra-maharashtra-asdd-101793973833150.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/3c1fdab78cc9-l.webp

The EC has directed seven states to help electors marked absent, shifted, dead or duplicate submit fresh forms and seek inclusion in final rolls.

### BESS Policy should reduce high cost power purchases, says T.N. Electricity Consumers’ Association

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:54 IST (2026-11-06T19:54+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/110da2515922
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/bess-policy-should-reduce-high-cost-power-purchases-says-tn-electricity-consumers-association/article71674474.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/110da2515922-l.webp

### Jharkhand tribal leader dies by suicide after Facebook Live, blames Soren govt, land brokers

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:45 IST (2026-11-06T19:45+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/06a591e3ea42
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/jharkhand-tribal-leader-dies-by-suicide-after-facebook-live-blames-soren-govt-land-brokers-101793973250991.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/06a591e3ea42-l.webp

The nearly 11-minute video abruptly cuts off, with the camera appearing to be obstructed by a green object.

### BJP slams State government over hikes in bus fares and milk prices

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:53 IST (2026-11-06T19:53+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9d0a6111a136
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/bjp-slams-state-government-over-hikes-in-bus-fares-and-milk-prices/article71674667.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/9d0a6111a136-l.webp

### HT Evening News Brief November 6: Grap 3 imposed in Delhi, FIR on Chawri Bazar collapse reveals ignored warnings

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:38 IST (2026-11-06T19:38+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9b90866f444f
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ht-evening-news-brief-november-6-grap-3-imposed-in-delhi-fir-on-chawri-bazar-building-collapse-us-midterm-russell-brand-101793971785250.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/9b90866f444f-l.webp

Authorities tightened pollution controls as Delhi’s air quality neared the severe mark.

### Power supply restoration works in cyclone-hit areas of A.P. almost over, says official

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:56 IST (2026-11-06T19:56+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/387f23a3277d
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/power-supply-restoration-works-in-cyclone-hit-areas-of-ap-almost-over-says-official/article71674524.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/387f23a3277d-l.webp

More than 1,000 specialised teams comprising over 11,000 personnel worked round the clock in six Murasu-affected central coastal districts for restoring the damaged power network, says Special Chief Secretary (Energy) K. Vijayanand

### UNESCO Adds Mahabharata, Arthashastra and Rajatarangini to Regional Heritage Register

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 6 November 2026, 17:19 IST (2026-11-06T17:19+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/e22858493d43
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2118602279347421563

At the 11th MOWCAP session in Jakarta in early November 2026, UNESCO inscribed three iconic Indian works: the Mahabharata, Kautilya's Arthashastra, and Kalhana's Rajatarangini: onto its Asia-Pacific Regional Register.

### Two JSSSTU professors make global top 2% scientists list

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:54 IST (2026-11-06T19:54+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/53ba46fd1978
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/two-jssstu-professors-make-global-top-2-scientists-list/article71674608.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/53ba46fd1978-l.webp

### Delhi Police Arrest Arunachali Man Sparks Racism Debate

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 6 November 2026, 16:58 IST (2026-11-06T16:58+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/1e34d165f95c
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2118665559319380314

The arrest, captured in a widely shared clip amid protests against a proposed mega dam in Arunachal Pradesh, prompted some to label the man a Chinese agent due to his Northeastern origins.

### Elephant calf with bone disorder airlifted from Keralam to Vantara in Gujarat for specialised treatment

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:29 IST (2026-11-06T19:29+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/f6aec92ee5bf
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/elephant-calf-with-bone-disorder-airlifted-from-keralam-to-vantara-in-gujarat-for-specialised-treatment/article71674133.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/f6aec92ee5bf-l.webp

The health of the elephant calf, which is unable to stand or walk due to a genetic bone disorder, had been deteriorating following an injury sustained in a fall in July.

### India, EU conclude negotiations for association with Horizon Europe research programme

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:28 IST (2026-11-06T19:28+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/1284b18b775b
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/india-eu-conclude-negotiations-for-association-with-horizon-europe-research-programme-101793973487913.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/1284b18b775b-l.webp

India’s association with the EU’s €93.5-billion Horizon Europe programme will open up research funding and collaboration opportunities for Indian scientists and businesses.

### India's Nifty 50 closes up 2% as the only major Asian market in the green amid sharp declines in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:26 IST (2026-11-06T19:26+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/36d314dfb830
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2118702887899709612

India's Nifty 50 index rose nearly 2%, marking its biggest single-day gain in seven months and hitting a three-month high, while on track for its best week since 2021.

### Telangana Police to launch ‘Fit Cop’ health monitoring programme for 90,000 personnel

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:28 IST (2026-11-06T19:28+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/99b5739dd636
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/telangana-police-to-launch-fit-cop-health-monitoring-programme-for-90000-personnel/article71674277.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/99b5739dd636-l.webp

An app will assess eight health parameters and classify personnel into low, medium and high-risk categories, with medical screenings and counselling planned based on individual needs

### Kerala HC ruling on political activities in campuses, Ambedkar and the right to protest | Explained

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:26 IST (2026-11-06T19:26+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/4c4a68b2bccf
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala-hc-ruling-on-political-activities-ambedkar-and-the-right-to-protest-explained/article71674054.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/4c4a68b2bccf-l.webp

Division Bench of Justices Anil K. Narendran and S.

### Jharkhand Tribal Leader Dies By Suicide. Went Live On Facebook Minutes Before

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 6 November 2026, 18:15 IST (2026-11-06T18:15+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/242c8d283c11
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/jharkhand-tribal-leader-dies-by-suicide-went-live-on-facebook-minutes-before-12293245#publisher=newsstand

Nisha Bhagat was originally from Gumla district and belonged to the Oraon tribal community. She was known for working on the rights, identity, culture and traditions of tribal people.

### Ravichandra takes charge as TTD Specified Authority chief, prioritises pilgrim amenities

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 19:24 IST (2026-11-06T19:24+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/b40c0c1c1724
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/ravichandra-takes-charge-as-ttd-specified-authority-chief-prioritises-pilgrim-amenities/article71674316.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/b40c0c1c1724-l.webp

### Analysis: From Hospital Bed, Sharad Pawar Keeps Maharashtra Guessing Over NCP-NDA Move

- Source: NDTV
- Published: 6 November 2026, 18:11 IST (2026-11-06T18:11+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/01072262562b
- original_url: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/analysis-pm-modi-call-praful-patel-visit-sharad-pawars-politics-from-hospital-keeps-maharashtra-guessing-over-ncp-merger-nda-move-12293203#publisher=newsstand

For the last six decades, Sharad Pawar has been one of the most unpredictable leaders in Maharashtra's, or even India's, politics.

### Telangana Govt stares at financial burden to fund Rythu Bharosa or crop compensation

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 18:48 IST (2026-11-06T18:48+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/dac65ffd3f5a
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/telangana-govt-stares-at-financial-burden-to-fund-rythu-bharosa-or-crop-compensation/article71674097.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/dac65ffd3f5a-l.webp

While the date of Rythu Bharosa Yasangi installment is usually announced before December end, the announcement this time will be based on how the government plans to compensate the farmers as it had asked them not to go for Rabi cultivation in view of the ongoing El Nino

### SC seeks Kerala Congress response to contempt plea over objectionable post against CJI Kant

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 17:53 IST (2026-11-06T17:53+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ab659b85b3f7
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/sc-seeks-kerala-congress-response-to-contempt-plea-over-objectionable-post-against-cji-kant-101793967785600.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/ab659b85b3f7-l.webp

The Supreme Court sought responses from KPCC office bearers on a contempt plea over a deleted post calling for CJI Surya Kant’s resignation.

### Sabarimala pilgrimage: KSRTC to operate special bus services to Pampa from airports

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 6 November 2026, 18:48 IST (2026-11-06T18:48+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/18df90b373d2
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/sabarimala-pilgrimage-ksrtc-to-operate-special-bus-services-to-pampa-from-airports/article71674360.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/18df90b373d2-l.webp

The initiative is aimed at improving travel facilities for pilgrims during the 2026-27 Mandala-Makaravilakku festival season

### Delhi Metro revises timings on Diwali; services to start 1 hour early on 3 lines, last train at 10pm

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 6 November 2026, 17:45 IST (2026-11-06T17:45+05:30)
- Section: India
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/71967ca8b476
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/delhi-metro-revises-timings-on-diwali-services-to-start-1-hour-early-on-3-lines-last-train-at-10pm-101793965112187.html
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In a post on X, the DMRC announced that metro services on the Pink, Magenta and Grey lines, which usually begin at 7 am on Sundays, will commence at 6 am.