Israeli President Isaac Herzog has formally tasked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming the next government, giving him six weeks to secure coalition support after Netanyahu lost his parliamentary majority.

Diwali 2026: For Bhai Dooj, brothers can support their sisters’ financial independence with gifts such as mutual fund SIPs, gold investments and other ways. The best choice depends on her needs, risk tolerance and financial goals.

The rout by the Democrats in the midterms is creating a sudden sense of urgency in boardrooms, with executives wondering if they might have one last chance to pull off a transformational transaction while M&A-friendly regulators remain in place under Trump.

The first instalment released on November 5, 2026, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.

Newly crowned world champion Kimi Antonelli will look to add another victory to his tally as Formula 1 heads to Interlagos for the So Paulo Grand Prix.

Your Money or Your Life presents a path to financial independence built on tracking the life energy behind income and spending, defining how much is enough, earning intentionally, and investing. 

Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal says Temple is a global fitness and AI device, not a medical product, as he responds to criticism over its pricing, scientific claims and positioning.

RBI clarifies that existing CTS cheque books will remain valid after December 31, 2026, dismissing viral claims of new rules.

The couple announced the arrival of their son on November 7, 2025, through an Instagram post.

Gita Gopinath warned that the AI investment boom could face a market correction if companies fail to generate enough profits to recoup nearly $1 trillion in expected 2026 spending. 

The company bought commitments for 1.7 gigawatts of heavy-duty generators from San Antonio-based equipment supplier OnePWR Solutions in late September, without acquiring the company itself.

Manchester United will look to turn their midweek Champions League comeback into a Premier League victory when they host Aston Villa at Old Trafford.

First Lady Melania Trump said that the endowment will help foster youth cover tuition and other education-related expenses

Kalpataru CFO Chandrashekhar Joglekar remains confident of achieving the Rs 6,500-crore pre-sales target in FY27, banking on festive demand and a strong project pipeline.

Tamil Nadu Infrastructure and Construction Corporation to oversee projects above Rs 200 crore, modelled on NBCC (India) Ltd.

Use these five practical money moves to review your spending, strengthen your savings, reduce debt and enter 2027 with clearer goals.

Railway employees have sought a ₹69,000 minimum basic salary, 3.833 fitment factor, 6% annual increment and five promotions under the 8th Pay Commission. Their demands also include higher pensions, DA merger and faster restoration of commuted pension.

The focus should be on setting aside money consistently, rather than waiting to see what remains after meeting monthly expenses.

For buyers focused on accumulating physical gold, coins can be an alternative to jewellery. They avoid the high making charges often associated with intricate ornaments and come in different weights, giving customers greater flexibility when spending a fixed amount.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates Diwali with security forces in Chhattisgarh, declaring every district Naxal-free and crediting their efforts for ending decades of Maoist violence.

Theory papers for Higher Secondary Certificate exam will begin on February 8, 2027 and will continue until March 11.

Directed by Ullas Chemban, Disco is a Malayalam action-crime thriller starring Antony Varghese, Arjun Ashokan and Sreenath Bhasi.

In the 30 Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra, InterGlobe Aviation, Trent, Infosys, Bharti Airtel and Axis Bank were among the biggest laggards. Sun Pharma, Tata Steel, Maruti and Power Grid were among the gainers

The Sensex slipped 28.62 points, or 0.04%, to 80,999.40, while the Nifty declined 43.95 points, or 0.18%, to 24,986.40.

AC Milan will look to carry their derby-winning momentum into the trip to Genoa as they aim to strengthen their position in Serie A.

Liverpool will look to end their run of back-to-back defeats when they travel to face a Crystal Palace side struggling near the bottom of the Premier League table.

Eligible candidates need to submit their applications through the official website: exams.nta.nic.in/accee by November 30.

Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia are disrupting transit near the Strait of Hormuz, driving up freight and war-risk insurance costs and making it more critical than ever to lock in shipping capacity.

Enhancing its reach, the IAF landed its long-serving Russian IL-76 heavy transport craft here, boosting strategic high-altitude connectivity along the northern border.

Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film stars Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar, Tabu as Meera Deshmukh and Jaideep Ahlawat as SP Rajveer Singh Tomar.

NSE MD and CEO Ashish Kumar Chauhan urges investors to avoid unsolicited tips, stay away from derivatives without expertise and focus on long-term wealth creation.

Candidates who are provisionally allotted seats in this round will need to complete the admission process at their respective institutes on Nov 16.

Bullion markets brace for volatility as investors track Middle East tensions, crude oil movements, inflation data and US Fed signals for cues on the interest rate outlook.

Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max are expected to feature 200MP cameras, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processors, secondary rear displays and large batteries, with European prices reportedly starting at €1,399.

Delhi battled toxic haze with an AQI of 383 on Diwali, while Mumbai recorded a comparatively better AQI of 129 despite hot and humid weather. Jahangirpuri topped Delhi’s pollution levels at 450.

Muhurat trading is a symbolic market session held on Diwali, which also marks the beginning of the new Hindu calendar year

Market experts have turned optimistic for Samvat 2083, with preferred opportunities spanning automobiles, metals, cement, power and banking stocks.

Gold prices have fallen 24% globally from their January peak, but domestic rates are down only 20%. Higher import duty, rupee depreciation and unusually high premiums in January explain why Indian buyers have seen a smaller correction.

Tata Steel lead the Nifty gainers, rising 2.45% to Rs 190.86 as of 2:35 pm IST.

According to officials, the change has been introduced after November 11 was declared a public holiday on account of Bhai Dooj and Chitragupta Puja.

LEAP India and Technocraft Ventures are scheduled for Nov. 10, followed by Dhoot Transmission and Molbio Diagnostics on Nov. 11.

Saudi coalition forces continuously intercepted Houthi threats, including a Riyadh-bound cruise missile. Meanwhile, Saudi Civil Defence issued a threat alert in Najran before later declaring the situation safe and out of danger.

Diwali 2026 car purchase: Festive discounts may reduce the upfront cost of buying a car, but ownership brings recurring expenses. Buyers should estimate those costs, set aside emergency funds and consider depreciation to understand vehicle’s true long-term affordability.

Geopolitical factors, global interest rates and supply-demand dynamics will remain key drivers of crude oil and bullion prices, analysts say

Small-cap mutual funds topped equity categories over 10 years, but returns varied among the largest schemes. Quant Small Cap led with 24.98% SIP returns, while SBI and HDFC delivered less than 18%, despite managing over ₹40,000 crore each.

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading LIVE Updates: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap 100 and the Nifty SmallCap 100 rose 0.77 per cent and 0.92 per cent, respectively

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading Highlights Updates: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap 100 and the Nifty SmallCap settled 0.13 per cent and 0.94 per cent higher, respectively

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading LIVE Updates: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap 100 and the Nifty SmallCap 100 rose 0.77 per cent and 0.92 per cent, respectively

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading LIVE Updates: The Nifty50 and the Sensex will start trading for the special session on the occasion of Diwali from 2:20 PM

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading LIVE Updates: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap 100 and the Nifty SmallCap 100 rose 0.77 per cent and 0.92 per cent, respectively

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading LIVE Updates: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap 100 and the Nifty SmallCap 100 rose 0.77 per cent and 0.92 per cent, respectively

Sensex Today | Muhurat Trading LIVE Updates: The GIFT Nifty indicated a muted open for the benchmark Nifty50 index for the special session on the occasion of Diwali

The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation will give ₹10,000 Diwali bonus to each of its 83,000 employees. It has also raised DA to 60% and announced ₹12,500 festival advance for eligible staff. 

After a turbulent Samvat 2082, analysts expect geopolitical developments, crude prices and foreign investor flows to shape market direction, with banks and financials remaining preferred bets

Skill subjects, including Retail, Security, Agriculture, Front Office Operations, Banking and Insurance are scheduled for February 25 from 10:30 am

Participation in the Common Law Admission Exam 2027 Mock Tests is voluntary, and the sample papers should be treated only as practice material

A family travelling from Goa to Delhi missed its train after an alleged failure to communicate a revised monsoon timetable, forcing them to book flight tickets to reach their destination.

Compare ₹10 lakh investments in PPF and NSC in November 2026. Understand their latest interest rates, maturity periods, investment limits, Section 80C deductions, taxation rules and returns to choose the right government-backed savings scheme.

The planned spending comes as the group seeks to scale up businesses built over recent years, including airports and data centres, while bringing its large manufacturing investments closer to commercial operation.

Brokerages revise target prices and earnings estimates after Q2 results, with differing views on growth, valuations and margin prospects across sectors.

Bought a new car this Diwali? Beyond the down payment and EMI, plan for fuel, insurance renewals, servicing, parking, tolls and unexpected repairs to manage the true cost of ownership.

Kishore Biyani’s Future Group witnessed meteoric rise before mounting financial troubles pushed it into insolvency

The National Testing Agency empanelment drive is open to serving and retired government officials, retired personnel and academic administrators.

Parents gifting money for your new home this Diwali? Understand the documentation, tax exemptions, bank transfer records and costs to keep your property purchase financially hassle-free.

The Commission for Air Quality Management brought in Stage III curbs across Delhi-NCR on Friday, anticipating worse air over Diwali.

Indian markets open for a special Muhurat trading session on Sunday as Samvat 2083 begins. Here are the key global cues, market developments and trading timings to watch.

Approximately 190 undergraduate management quota seats remain vacant post the regular admission process, which has led colleges to reduce fees

Gold, silver prices today, 8 November: Check retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver on Diwali 2026 in your cities — Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai. 

Patience can be a trap. Cheap stocks can stay cheap. Leverage can wipe you out. What did Samvat 2082 teach us? Niraj Shah writes on 10 lessons from the year gone by.

Parents looking for a relatively stable investment avenue can consider an FD as a Diwali gift for their children.

PM Modi will be celebrating Diwali in Bastar with the the armed forces whom he will salute for their efforts and sacrifices.

Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education has revised the examination schedule by shifting the start time to 10:30 am.

Received gold as a Diwali gift from relatives? Know how to prove ownership, maintain gift records, and understand capital gains tax before selling it years later.

Financial planning should begin with preparing for uncertainties rather than focusing entirely on wealth creation.

The World Gold Council believes that while gold may be nearing an interim bottom, with three historical conditions already in place, the broader economic outlook supports a possible price recovery for the precious metal. 

Here are 100+ Happy Diwali 2026 wishes, WhatsApp messages, greetings, quotes and status updates that you can share with your family and friends.

Nifty reclaims 25,000 on a seven-session winning streak backed by robust Q2 earnings and firm macro data. Market analysts recommend top 5 stocks, including ITC, ICICI Bank, SBI, Force Motors, and M&M, for the upcoming Muhurat trading session based on strong technical breakout structures.

Fake loan apps are targeting young borrowers with instant credit offers this Diwali 2026. Know how these digital lending scams work and follow five essential precautions to protect your money, personal information and financial security.

Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure will explore Henry Creel’s past, with the story set in 1955 Marion, Nevada, years before he gained his powers.

The RBI addressed the claim that it will be changing the Cheque Truncated System (CTS) cheque book that is currently in use.

Markets have largely ended Muhurat Trading in the green over two decades, with the Nifty gaining in 15 of 20 sessions and the Sensex advancing in 16.

A higher import duty and a weaker rupee have kept domestic gold prices from tracking the global slide. But the gap is narrower than those two factors alone would suggest, and the reason goes back to January.

Gold jewellery, Gold ETFs or Gold Mutual Funds? Understand the costs, benefits and differences with a simple ₹1 lakh investment example to choose the right option for your financial goals.

Buying gold and silver coins online this Diwali 2026? Check five important factors, including purity, weight, certification, seller credentials, festive discounts, pricing and return policies before ordering gold and silver coins through e-commerce and quick-commerce platforms.

Opportunity leader Qiulae Wong has said she would talk about collaboration with the largest party in parliament first.

PM Modi, President Murmu, Omar Abdullah and Yogi Adityanath extended Diwali greetings, wishing citizens happiness, peace and prosperity while highlighting the festival’s message of unity and the triumph of good over evil.

Bank holidays next week: Check which six days public and private sector lenders including the State Bank of India and HDFC Bank will be closed for customers across different regions during the week 9-15 November. 

After a Friday dip, Ramayana earned ₹69.80 crore net in India on Saturday, a 45.3% jump. Sacnilk put the three-day worldwide gross at ₹375.50 crore, including ₹157.25 crore overseas.

Aberdeen Investments favors markets powered by stronger domestic growth, including India and Vietnam, and sees upside in Chinese technology firms.

India and Pakistan meet in a high-profile Group A clash after winning their opening matches of the tournament.

Hindustan Unilever, Dabur India, and ONGC are among firms declaring interim dividends during the November 9 to 13 record dates.

Muhurat trading time: BSE and NSE will hold Muhurat trading from 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM. A 15-minute pre-opening session will take place from 2:05 PM to 2:20 PM.

Data shows that the Sensex and Nifty 50 have gained in eight of the 10 Muhurat trading sessions between 2016 and 2025.

The RBI addressed the claim that it will be changing the Cheque Truncated System (CTS) cheque book that is currently in use.

The Nitesh Tiwari-directed film, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, has crossed Rs 150 crore in India net collections in three days, with the Diwali holidays expected to boost its run further.

Diwali gifts worth over ₹50,000 from friends can attract income tax on the entire amount. CA Swati Jain explains the ₹50,000 annual exemption, tax rules for gifts from relatives and employers, and how recipients can avoid unexpected tax liabilities. Read on to learn more. 

This Deepavali marks 10 years since Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced overnight demonetisation of 86% of the country’s cash. Data shows some stated aims of the move remain largely unmet

Apple’s Diwali film, shot on the iPhone 18 Pro and starring Juhi Chawla, looks beautiful, but one X user says it captures how India looks rather than how it feels. He compared it with Apple’s Chinese New Year films.

A Surat textile businessman handed each of his 20 women employees over Rs 1 lakh in cash for Diwali, laid out on puja thalis. Calling it “mamera,” a Rajasthani tradition, he left several of them in tears.

Peak XV Partners and Y Combinator have sold more than 11.5 crore Groww shares for Rs 2,456.87 crore, while Goldman Sachs purchased around 3.55 crore shares.

Delhi’s new slum rehabilitation policy promises 1-BHK flats at the same site or within 3 km for families in settlements set up before January 1, 2025. Around 20 lakh people across 4-5 lakh families could benefit, the government says.

Venkatesh leads Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47, with Srinidhi Shetty, Nara Rohith, Nivetha Pethuraj, Vennela Kishore, Satya Akkala, Rao Ramesh and Brahmaji in key roles.

Suriya-starrer Scene follows a man caught in a gripping story of crime and conflict. The Tamil film also stars Pooja Hegde and Joju George in key roles.

The proposed Yeshwantpur-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express could trigger timetable changes across 13 train services, potentially affecting nearly 15,000 regular passengers along the Western Ghats corridor.

PSG will look to build on their 6-0 Champions League victory over Villarreal when they host Troyes in Ligue 1 at this weekend.

Karan Johar thanked the universe for bringing his two children, Roohi and Yash, into his life, as they have made his world feel complete.

Shooting of Kaun Banega Crorepati has reportedly been paused for a week due to Amitabh Bachchan’s health concerns. 

Salman Khan left everyone laughing at the trailer launch of Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace with his response to a question about his on-screen chemistry with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Katrina Kaif and Chitrangada Singh.

Real Madrid will look to extend their winning run when they travel to face a struggling Valencia side at the Mestalla.

Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, is a two-part epic based on the Hindu mythology. The film also features Sunny Deol, Ravie Dubey and Lara Dutta in key roles.

Diwali shopping has generated more than Rs 6 lakh crore in business across India, while Delhi alone has recorded sales exceeding Rs 1 lakh crore, according to CAIT.

Delhi-NCR invokes stricter pollution curbs as primary students are given the option of attending school online or in person.

The video showed Khushi cutting the cake while holding her pet dog in her arms.

Berkshire started buying back its own shares in the first quarter for the first time in more than a year, as Chief Executive Officer Greg Abel found the shares were trading below their "intrinsic value."

This time, Shanaya Kapoor is stepping into the universe with Student of the Year: After Dark, which will release on November 13. 

Exchanging old gold for new jewellery this Diwali? Check six things before accepting your jeweller’s offer, including gold purity, net weight, market rates, melting deductions, making charges and exchange terms to avoid losing money.

Messi and Co. will aim to finish the regular season on a winning note, while Charlotte look to improve their playoff seeding.