India has assured follow-up action after the US charged Indian national Nikhil Gupta for allegedly conspiring with an Indian government official to assassinate Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in America. Responding to the US allegations, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said India acknowledges the seriousness and has constituted a high-level inquiry committee to thoroughly investigate the issue, demonstrating resolve to address implications for security and international relations. Based on the committee's findings, necessary follow-up steps will be taken, Bagchi added. The statement comes after the US Attorney revealed details of the failed murder plot allegedly orchestrated by Gupta with an Indian official whose role includes intelligence. Gupta was arrested in Czech Republic and faces extradition.

Shares of Tata Technologies made a stellar stock market debut on Tuesday, surging as much as 180% over the IPO price to Rs 1,400 per share. The IPO was fully subscribed within 36 minutes and saw overall bidding of 69 times led by huge institutional interest. The strong listing gains underline robust demand for the first Tata Group IPO since TCS in 2004. Tata Motors-promoted Tata Technologies provides engineering services to auto firms and is seen benefiting from the industry's electric and autonomous transition. It raised Rs 791 crore from anchor investors including marquee foreign and domestic institutions ahead of the IPO. The blockbuster opening represents the best IPO listing in 2022 so far.

Ninety passengers aboard the Bharat Gaurav Yatra Special train suffered from food poisoning after consuming dinner provided by the IRCTC's catering contractor. The train, en route from Chennai to Palitana, made an emergency stop at Pune station as passengers experienced vomiting and diarrhea. Medical teams from Pune and Ruby Hall Clinic provided necessary treatment, and all 99 patients were declared clinically stable. The incident raises concerns over food safety, and authorities assure action against the private contractor responsible. The train resumed its journey after a 50-minute halt, emphasizing the need for improved catering standards.

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) hit a severe level at 420, marking the third most polluted November since 2015. The Central Pollution Control Board reported an average AQI of 372 from November 1 to 29. As the city faces deteriorating air quality, the Union earth sciences ministry's Safar predicts light rain and overcast conditions. With concerns rising over pollution, Delhiites hope for relief as the mercury drops to 13°C. The situation remains critical, emphasizing the urgent need for sustained efforts to address the capital's air quality crisis.

As migration levels hit record highs, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak strongly defended skilled migration in a speech to business leaders, praising the UK's "most competitive visa regime" for attracting top global talent. However, he faces pressure within his Conservative Party to curb migration, with former Home Secretary Suella Braverman allegedly having agreed to crackdowns when Sunak took office. Sunak singled out visas like the High Potential Individual route as making the UK the world's most appealing destination for innovation and growth. His remarks indicate determination to confront anti-immigration factions in his party as migration emerges as a dominant issue before elections.

The US Justice Department has charged Indian national Nikhil Gupta for participating in an alleged plot to assassinate a US-based Khalistani activist. As per the charges, an Indian government employee referred to as CC-1 directed the plot from India by recruiting Gupta to orchestrate the hit in the US. Gupta contacted a middleman who introduced him to an undercover agent posing as a contract killer. A $100,000 deal was made and CC-1 provided the target's personal details to Gupta who passed it to the 'hitman' with instructions to carry out the murder soon but avoid dates around upcoming high-level US-India meetings. Gupta believed the middleman and undercover agent to be real criminals facilitating the assassination conspiracy on CC-1's orders from India.

The Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza is set to expire on Thursday after Hamas alleged Israel rejected its offer to extend the pause in return for releasing 7 more Israeli women and children hostages. The 4-day truce was already extended by 2 days on Wednesday which saw 16 hostages freed including 10 Israelis. In total, about 97 captives have been released since the start of the truce though 145 still remain per Israel. With the truce ending despite international calls for an extension, the 7-week Israel-Hamas war would resume in Gaza bringing back violence. Hamas said the 7 names it presented were the only Israeli women and kids left, along with 3 bodies, but Israel apparently turned down the offer leaving the temporary peace set to unravel.

Vicky Kaushal's brother Sunny Kaushal penned an effusive Instagram review for the actor's latest 'Sam Bahadur', calling it an "amazing" film that made him laugh, cry and get inspired. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, Sunny praised the movie for beautifully capturing Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's life and valour in just 2.5 hours. He appreciated co-stars Sanya Malhotra and Fatima Sana Shaikh's "fantastic" performances. Sunny wrote Vicky has outdone himself in portraying the Indian Army legend across four decades and five wars, saying no one else could have played Sam better. He said the film seems to have chosen Vicky whose heart, soul and dedication shine through in an unforgettable performance that makes Sunny enormously proud.

After a tumultuous week where he was briefly fired, OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman has officially returned as the AI startup's CEO. Additionally, president Greg Brockman and CTO Mira Murati are back in their original roles after Altman's interim ouster. In a blog post, an excited Altman expressed gratitude towards everyone for resilience in the unprecedented situation. He also thanked co-founder Ilya Sutskever who first hired him as CEO but later dissented, saying he harbours "zero ill will" and called Sutskever a "gem". Altman added that while Sutskever won't be on the new board, talks are on about his continued role at OpenAI, signalling calm after the internal storm.

In an article, PM Modi reflects on India's G20 presidency priorities as it completes one year. He says India sought to shift global consensus from GDP-centric to human-centric progress and a fundamental reform of multilateralism. Inclusivity, integrating African Union and Global South voices was key. Domestically, Jan Bhagidari involved all states and UTs. Progress on SDGs was advanced including via Digital Public Infrastructures based on India's successes with Aadhaar and UPI. Environmental sustainability aims were ambitious - renewable energy capacity tripling target, Global Biofuels Alliance, push for Green Hydrogen and sustainable lifestyle solutions. As the presidency concludes, India leaves a decisive legacy. Click on the link below to read full article.