Stay updated with the latest developments from India and around the world. Here are the top news headlines for your school assembly on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

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NATION

'Practically no real contact with Modi': Sonia Gandhi says PM avoids eye contact

New Delhi: Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi has said she has had "practically no real contact" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adding that he tends to avoid eye contact when they come face-to-face. In her memoir, she said the two leaders are fighting for different visions of India.

From 'absolutely not' to 'theek hai' and back to no: Sonia on rejecting PM post

New Delhi: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has recalled how she initially rejected the proposal to become prime minister after the UPA's electoral victory, briefly responded with a hesitant "theek hai" following pressure from alliance partners, but eventually took a firm decision against accepting the post.

Sanjay Gandhi was a 'man in a hurry', had significant role during Emergency: Sonia

New Delhi: Sonia Gandhi has described Sanjay Gandhi as a "man in a hurry", saying he played a significant role in decision-making during the Emergency despite having no constitutional authority for some of his political interventions.

Sonia Gandhi says she battled cancer twice

New Delhi: Sonia Gandhi has revealed in her memoir that she was diagnosed with cancer twice during the second term of the UPA government. She recalled facing serious personal health challenges beyond her earlier bouts of asthma, allergies and stomach problems.

India seeks action against Chinese nationals for passing off Dhaka footage as Indian scenes

New Delhi: India has called for action against several Chinese nationals reportedly livestreaming from economically disadvantaged neighbourhoods in Dhaka and falsely presenting the footage as scenes from India.

US national arrested by NIA links detention to Russia-Ukraine war, promises revelations

New Delhi: US national Matthew Aaron Van Dyke, arrested by the National Investigation Agency along with six Ukrainians for allegedly entering India without valid travel documents through Myanmar, has linked his detention to the Russia-Ukraine war. He alleged that they were imprisoned for more than six months and promised to reveal "shocking details" about the case.

India engaged with Russia and Ukraine on Black Sea shipping, grain and energy security

New Delhi: India has said it is engaging with both Moscow and Kyiv on proposals concerning the safety of shipping in the Black Sea, grain and energy exports, and possible non-attack arrangements amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

India rejects Pannun's lawsuit against Ajit Doval, former R&AW chief

New Delhi/Washington: India has dismissed as "fabricated and malicious" allegations against National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and former R&AW chief Samant Goel in a civil lawsuit filed by Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in a US court.

Parliamentary panel drops Delhi-NCR air pollution from November 17 meeting agenda

New Delhi: A parliamentary committee has dropped air pollution in Delhi-NCR from the agenda of its November 17 meeting, even as the national capital struggles with deteriorating air quality. The decision has drawn objections from a Congress member.

307-year-old Mahabharata manuscript at Visva-Bharati gets UNESCO recognition

Kolkata: A 307-year-old palm-leaf manuscript containing a portion of the Mahabharata, preserved at Visva-Bharati University in Santiniketan, has been included in UNESCO's Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register.

CPM alleges corruption in Kerala power deal, demands judicial probe

Thiruvananthapuram: The CPM has accused the Kerala government of "blatant corruption" over its proposed electricity procurement deal with a private platform, demanding a judicial probe. The party also alleged that Chief Minister V D Satheesan had kept the electricity minister in the dark about the decision.

LEGAL

Digital arrest scams: Supreme Court asks WhatsApp, other platforms to detail preventive measures

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has asked WhatsApp and other digital intermediaries to explain the measures they propose to take to prevent digital arrest scams and related cybercrimes in India.

Rising vehicular emissions in Delhi-NCR warrant urgent intervention: Supreme Court

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the sharp rise in vehicular emissions in Delhi-NCR and directed the governments of Delhi and three neighbouring states to detail measures to prevent over-age vehicles from entering and operating in the region.

INTERNATIONAL

Hasina has no legal option but to face death sentence, says Bangladesh government

Dhaka: Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal Chief Prosecutor Md Aminul Islam has said ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina has no legal option left but to face execution of her death sentence. He also ruled out the possibility of issuing her a passport or travel document.

Pakistan's Makkah defence pact with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye not aimed at any country: Ishaq Dar

Islamabad: Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye is not directed against any country and is intended to promote regional stability.