Shah Rukh Khan attended an event at Mumbai's Gateway of India on the 15th anniversary of the 26/11 attack to honor the "unsung heroes" who sacrificed their lives. The Founder of Divyaj Foundation said the event stands as "a tribute to the unsung heroes of 26/11, a night of reflection and unity where we honor the sacrifices made by these extraordinary individuals." SRK interacted with attendees ranging from politicians to celebrities at the memorial. He joined other Bollywood figures commemorating the victims of the 2008 terror siege. SRK called the heroic victims "extraordinary individuals" as he paid respects to those lost in the 26/11 carnage.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Gaza Strip on Sunday, receiving security briefings from commanders and soldiers. He also visited one of the 'terror' tunnels that have been revealed. Accompanied by top aides, Netanyahu stated Israel's "three goals in this war" are eliminating Hamas, rescuing all hostages, and ensuring Gaza won't threaten Israel again. He told troops "We have the force, strength, will, and determination to achieve all of our goals for the war, and this is what we will do." Netanyahu asserted "Nothing will stop us" and Israel will continue "until victory." During his meeting with the IDF Deputy Chief of Staff and the commanders, the PM said he saw the words "Am Israel Chai" (The People of Israel Live) written on the wall, and he asserted that the people will also win through the military. Despite growing diplomatic pressures, Netanyahu's uncompromising message during his Gaza trip was that Israel would keep fighting unrelentingly.

India took an unbeatable 2-0 lead against Australia, handing the visitors a 44-run defeat in the second T20I at Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. Prasidh Krishna and Ravi Bishnoi snared 3 wickets each, restricting Australia to 191/9 while chasing 236. Earlier, openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (53) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (58) laid the platform along with Ishan Kishan (52) before Rinku Singh blazed an unbeaten 31 off just 9 balls to lift India to 235/5. In response, Australia crumbled to 191/9 as Prasidh Krishna and Ravi Bishnoi grabbed 3 wickets apiece. Invited to bat first, India's daunting score proved too much despite Tim David's 54 and a 45-ball 77 by skipper Aaron Finch. The crushing win gives India an insurmountable five-match series lead after chasing down 209 in the first game. Seven days after the heartbreaking World Cup final defeat, Indian fans now look forward to a redemption whitewash in the T20I series against the Aussies.

Tens of thousands rallied in London against antisemitism, with an estimated 60,000 attendees including former PM Boris Johnson and his family. The former UK PM expressed solidarity, stating, "We stand united against hatred." Notable figures, including actors Tracy-Ann Oberman and Robert Rinder, also joined the march amid a sharp rise in hate crimes against the Jewish community. English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson, unwelcome at the event, was removed by police. Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis emphasized British Jews' resilience, saying, "We will not be intimidated." The rally is considered the largest gathering against antisemitism since the 1936 Battle of Cable Street. Hate crimes, particularly antisemitic incidents, have surged following the Israel-Gaza conflict, prompting heightened security measures.

In the ongoing truce deal mediated by Qatar, Palestinian group Hamas released 17 hostages on the third day, including 14 Israelis and 3 foreigners. Among those released were nine children including a 4-year-old Israeli-American girl, two mothers, two women, and one man. The list of Israeli hostages released on Sunday: Avigail Idan (4), Alma Avraham (84), Aviva Adrienne Siegel (62), Ron Krivoi (25), Hagar Brodetz (40), Ofri Brodetz (10), Yuval Brodetz (8), Oriya Brodetz (4), Chen Goldstein-Almog (48), Agam Goldstein-Almog (17), Gal Goldstein-Almog (11), Tal Goldstein-Almog (8), Dafna Elyakim (15), and Ela Elyakim (8). The Israeli PMO said: "The Government of Israel embraces the 17 hostages who are returning to Israel today (Sunday, 26 November 2023). The Government of Israel is committed to the return of all of the hostages and missing." The hostages, held since October 7 in Gaza, were transferred to the Red Cross and then to Israeli forces. All hostages, as per initial medical examinations, are reported to be in good condition. With this release, a total of 58 hostages have been freed during the four-day truce, amid international efforts to extend the ceasefire.

On the 15th day of the Uttarakhand tunnel collapse rescue mission, vertical drilling was initiated, progressing nearly 20 meters on its first day. The American auger machine, previously hindered by a metal grinder, is beyond repair, prompting the shift to vertical drilling. Approximately 10% of the tunnel rubble remains, and experts estimate a 10-12 meter drilling requirement. If vertical efforts prove futile, manual drilling becomes the last resort, though less efficient, requiring an additional 18-24 hours. The Indian Army's engineer regiment stands ready for manual drilling at the Silkyara tunnel site.

At least 14 people died in Gujarat due to unexpected rains, with lightning cited as the cause. South Gujarat, Saurashtra, and North Gujarat faced rain and winds, impacting over 155 talukas. Dahod, Bharuch, Amreli, Surendranagar, and other districts reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department had predicted rain, attributing it to a strong trough and western disturbance. Animals also perished, and the death toll may rise as more data is collected. Mumbai experienced light showers, while Maharashtra witnessed widespread rains. The unseasonal weather is linked to troughs and a western disturbance, causing hail in affected areas.

Following a stampede at Cochin University of Science and Technology's (CUSAT) music festival, resulting in four student deaths, the Kerala government has initiated an inquiry. The incident occurred on Saturday during singer Nikhita Gandhi's performance. The next day, slippers and shoes belonging to the victims remained in the auditorium. The government is issuing guidelines to prevent such incidents, expressing shock at the unusual tragedy during university events. An expert committee is formed, and reports are sought from the university Vice Chancellor and the Principal Secretary of Higher Education. Nikhita Gandhi expresses condolences as investigations continue.

Tragedy struck as the Raptor, a Comoros-registered cargo ship, sank near Lesbos in stormy seas. Thirteen crew members, including four Indians, are missing after the vessel, en route from Alexandria, Egypt, to Istanbul with 6,000 tons of salt, reported a mechanical problem. Amid northwesterly winds exceeding 80 kph, one Egyptian crew member has been rescued. The search involves eight merchant ships, two helicopters, and a Greek navy frigate, while rough seas pose challenges for three coast guard vessels. The ongoing rescue operation unfolds against the backdrop of challenging weather conditions in the region. [ photo courtesy: htTweets/X ]

Residents in Panvel and Navi Mumbai experienced mild tremors early in the morning on Sunday, triggered by a magnitude 2.9 earthquake off the west coast of Maharashtra's Mumbai. The incident caused a brief panic among locals. While government officials took several hours to address the situation, the Panvel Municipal Corporation reported no major damage, stating the earthquake occurred within 15 kilometers of the sea coast near Navi Mumbai. Some residents reported hearing a loud noise, heightening concerns in various colonies. Authorities assure no significant impact from the seismic activity.