Weekend News Wrap: India has raised concerns over the arrest of a Hindu priest in Bangladesh, urging the country to protect its minorities amid rising violence. The IPL 2025 auction saw Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar and others make significant gains. Meanwhile, in Sambhal, violence erupted over a court-ordered mosque survey, leading to seven FIRs being registered, with several injuries reported.

November 24

Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) took stock on Sunday after a significant ruckus in the Maharashtra election as viewers across India tracked the IPL auctions. Hemant Soren will take oath as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand on November 28 after a resounding election victory. Three people were killed and several policemen were injured when protesters opposed a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Uttar Pradesh. At the same time, the world reached a new climate agreement at COP29 – with rich countries to provide $300 billion worth of aid annually until 2035. READ MORE

November 25

Indian stock markets rose 1% after BJP’s victory in Maharashtra elections. Devendra Fadnavis is the frontrunner to become the next CM of Maharashtra, fueling the battle in Mahayuti with Eknath Shinde rejecting the deputy post, and Ajit Pawar expected to be the kingmaker. In Sambhal, seven FIRs were filed following violence over a court-ordered mosque survey. Supreme Court ordered reopening of Delhi-NCR schools amid severe air pollution. READ MORE

November 26

Moody’s downgraded the outlook for seven companies in the Adani group citing bribery allegations against chairman Gautam Adani. NTPC Green Energy partnered with Maharashtra’s MAHAGENCO for renewable energy parks. Ola launched two new electric scooter models for city commuters and gig workers. The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL on EVM manipulation and ballot papers. Maharashtra’s political crisis continues as CM Eknath Shinde resigns. Israel launched airstrikes in Beirut, and Hong Kong’s court ruled in favor of LGBT rights, granting them housing and inheritance benefits. READ MORE

November 27

Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district DC prohibits trekking above 3,000 meters due to the region’s harsh topography and winter hazards. In Gujarat, IIT Delhi student Surabhi Verma dies tragically in a cave at the archaeological site of Lothal. Two cheetah cubs were found dead in Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. In Mumbai, Air India pilot Srishti Tuli died by suicide and her boyfriend was arrested. In Jalandhar, the police arrested two members of the Bishnoi gang after a dramatic shootout, in which they seized weapons. READ MORE

November 28

India’s cooperative sector is expected to generate 5.5 crore direct jobs and 5.6 crore self-employment opportunities by 2030, according to a report. Tremors of magnitude 5.0 were felt in Jammu and Kashmir today. In entertainment news, Dulquer Salmaan’s ‘Lucky Bhaskar’ is now streaming on Netflix in multiple languages. India has expressed concern over Australia’s student visa hike from AUD 710 to AUD 1600. Additionally, the Indian Navy tested the nuclear-capable K-4 missile from INS Arighaat. Mamata Banerjee expressed her support for Prime Minister Modi on Bangladesh issues. READ MORE

November 29

India’s GDP growth slowed to 5.4% in the second quarter, the slowest in nearly two years, on weak manufacturing, mining and consumption. The Supreme Court stayed the trial and action at the Shahi Mosque in Sambhal. The US Department of Justice accused Gautam Adani of bribery, but India denied receiving an official summons. India also urged Bangladesh to protect its minorities amid rising violence. In Maharashtra, political uncertainty continues as CM Eknath Shinde’s government formation meeting is delayed. READ MORE