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Kiara Advani & Sidharth Malhotra reveal daughter’s name: Meet Baby Saraayah Malhotra

Kiara Advani & Sidharth Malhotra reveal daughter’s name: Meet Baby Saraayah Malhotra

National Times Bureau :- Bollywood’s beloved couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have finally introduced their newborn daughter to the world. The actors have shared the first glimpse of their baby girl along with her beautiful name, leaving fans overwhelmed with joy. In a heart-melting joint post on Instagram, the new parents revealed they have named their daughter Saraayah Malhotra. The photo shows the baby’s tiny feet resting gently in Kiara and Sidharth’s hands. The caption read, “From our prayers, to our arms… our divine blessing, our princess, Saraayah Malhotra.” The name Saraayah, inspired by the Hebrew name Sarah, translates…
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Panjab University senate election: Vice-Chancellor approves poll schedule days after massive protest

Panjab University senate election: Vice-Chancellor approves poll schedule days after massive protest

National Times Bureau :- The central government has agreed to an key demand of the protesting students at Panjab University. Vice President and PU Chancellor CP Radhakrishnan has approved the schedule for the Senate elections. The decision was taken on November 9 and officially shared with PU Vice-Chancellor Prof Renu Vig on Thursday evening. This approval comes after several weeks of student demonstrations and strong political reactions across Punjab and Chandigarh. Earlier, the Centre had announced a controversial restructuring plan for the university, but withdrew it within a week due to heavy criticism, issuing four notifications between October 30 and…
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Man linked to gangster Goldy Dhillon arrested in connection with firings at Kapil Sharma’s Canadian restaurant

Man linked to gangster Goldy Dhillon arrested in connection with firings at Kapil Sharma’s Canadian restaurant

National Times Bureau :- The Delhi Police have arrested a man allegedly connected to the series of firing incidents at actor-comedian Kapil Sharma’s restaurant, Kap’s Cafe, in Surrey, Canada. According to information, the accused has been identified as Bandhu Man Singh, a close aide of Canada-based gangster Goldy Dhillon. He had been allegedly coordinating with Dhillon’s network and was involved in a broader conspiracy aimed at intimidating Kapil Sharma by targeting his cafe. The police have recovered a Chinese pistol and live cartridges from his possession. The police said his role in the conspiracy and his links with overseas operatives were…
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Uttarakhand Governor Releases Two Books Showcasing CM Dhami’s Journey and Work

Uttarakhand Governor Releases Two Books Showcasing CM Dhami’s Journey and Work

Dehradun, November 27, 2025 — Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh on Thursday unveiled two books that highlight the life, personality and administrative work of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The launch event at Raj Bhavan brought together authors, officials and literary personalities.The first book presents a detailed account of Dhami’s early years, his political rise and the milestones that shaped his path to becoming Chief Minister. The second book focuses on his governance style, initiatives and contributions to the state’s development. The Governor praised both works, noting that they capture Dhami’s commitment to public service and offer readers a deeper understanding…
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Siddaramaiah–Shivakumar Rift Escalates as Power-Sharing Debate Turns Public

Siddaramaiah–Shivakumar Rift Escalates as Power-Sharing Debate Turns Public

Bengaluru, November 27, 2025: The ongoing tussle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D.K. Shivakumar erupted into an open war of words on Thursday, sharpening the debate over who will lead the state for the remaining term of the Congress government.As the government crossed the halfway mark of its five-year tenure on November 20, Siddaramaiah reiterated that he intends to complete the full term. Shivakumar, however, renewed his push for a leadership change, widely seen as a reminder of the unconfirmed power-sharing pact reportedly discussed in 2023.In a post on X, Siddaramaiah said, “The mandate given by the…
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Supreme Court Asks Samay Raina, Other Comedians to Host Shows for Disabled Community After Mocking Row

Supreme Court Asks Samay Raina, Other Comedians to Host Shows for Disabled Community After Mocking Row

New Delhi, November 27, 2025: The Supreme Court on Thursday directed comedian Samay Raina and four others to organise regular events that highlight the achievements of persons with disabilities and raise funds for their medical needs. The order follows a controversy triggered by a video in which the group was accused of mocking individuals with physical disabilities.The Court instructed them to hold at least two shows every month, featuring specially-abled people, particularly those suffering from rare conditions such as Spinal Muscular Atrophy. The bench, led by Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, clarified that the directive is not punitive but…
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Neha Ahlawat murder case: Chandigarh court convicts serial killer Monu, quantum of sentence tomorrow

Neha Ahlawat murder case: Chandigarh court convicts serial killer Monu, quantum of sentence tomorrow

National Times Bureau :- The Chandigarh court on Thursday convicted a taxi driver, Monu Kumar, in a 15-year-old murder case of 21-year-old girl student Neha Ahlawat. The court will pronounce the quantum of the sentence tomorrow.  The police registered a case against unknown person after Nehas 's blood-stained body was found in bush in Chandigarh's Sector-38 West. She was rushed to the PGI where a doctor declared her brought dead. The police failed to find the culprit for years and closed the investigation in 2020. In the complaint, Neha's father stated that on July 30,2010, around 6 pm his daughter…
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Top Court to revisit Delhi–NCR pollution crisis as air quality worsens

Top Court to revisit Delhi–NCR pollution crisis as air quality worsens

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court has decided to once again turn its attention to the persistent air pollution crisis in the Delhi–NCR region, listing a key plea for hearing on December 3. The court said on Thursday that the issue cannot be handled through one-time intervention and needs continuous, expert-based monitoring. The matter was mentioned before a Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi by senior advocate Aparajita Singh, who assists the court as amicus curiae. Singh informed the Bench that the spike in pollution levels has reached a worrying threshold, describing the situation…
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India–Russia Relations Set for Major Boost Ahead of Vladimir Putin’s December Visit

India–Russia Relations Set for Major Boost Ahead of Vladimir Putin’s December Visit

New Delhi, November 26, 2025 — India and Russia are preparing to deepen their strategic partnership ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s expected visit to New Delhi next month. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that preparations for the 23rd annual bilateral summit are in full swing, with MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal saying the dates for Putin’s early December visit will be announced soon.“Both countries are working hard to make this a success. We expect an improvement in ties when President Putin visits,” Jaiswal said, signalling renewed momentum in the relationship despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s warning of expanding sanctions.In…
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Kapil Sharma Opens Up on Vancouver Café Shootings, Praises Mumbai Police for Strong Security

Kapil Sharma Opens Up on Vancouver Café Shootings, Praises Mumbai Police for Strong Security

Mumbai, November 26, 2025 — Comedian and actor Kapil Sharma has spoken for the first time about the shootings that took place at his cafés in Vancouver, Canada, describing the incidents as a reflection of weak law enforcement abroad and expressing renewed appreciation for India’s security agencies.Kapil recalled that there were three separate shootings targeting his cafés. He said local authorities in Vancouver appeared ineffective in dealing with the situation. “These incidents happened in Canada, in Vancouver. I think there were three shootings there,” he said, adding, “I think the police there don’t have enough power to control things.”He revealed…
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