Australian far-right Senator Pauline Hanson wore a burqa in Parliament on Monday, sparking accusations of racism after being denied permission to introduce a bill banning the garment in public. This marked her second such stunt since 2017. Chaos erupted as proceedings were suspended when Hanson refused to remove the covering. Muslim senators Mehreen Faruqi and Fatima Payman condemned the act as "blatant racism" and "disgraceful." Hanson defended her actions on Facebook, calling the burqa "oppressive" and stating, "If they don't want me wearing it, ban the burqa." The Queensland senator's One Nation party holds four Senate seats following gains in May's election amid rising far-right support.

A huge ash cloud from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano is moving towards northwest India and may affect Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi-NCR and Punjab. The ash is 10–15 km above the ground and is mainly a threat to flights. Airlines have begun cancelling and rerouting flights, with more disruption expected on Tuesday. IndiGo has already cancelled six flights. IMD says the ash will make the sky hazy but will not affect the surface much. However, experts warn it could worsen pollution. Delhi’s AQI was already near the “severe” mark on Monday. Officials are closely monitoring the situation. (PC: Afar Government Communication Bureau via AP)

Community kitchens in Gaza are serving more meals after the ceasefire, but essential food items are still missing. Anera, a US-backed aid group, now cooks up to 120 pots a day and feeds over 20,000 people. But workers say they cannot get fresh vegetables, meat or chicken. Most meals are rice, pasta or lentils. Many families rely completely on these kitchens as food prices remain high and cash is scarce. Aid groups want Israel to open more border crossings to increase supplies. People in the camps say life has not improved much, and they still struggle to feed their children. (PC: BBC)

A Delhi court heard serious claims from protesters detained during a demonstration at India Gate over toxic air. Several accused said police beat them in custody. Some women told the court they were groped by male officers. The court spoke to them privately. Protesters showed injury marks, and one medical report noted a neck injury. Police denied wrongdoing and said the group used chilli spray and shouted slogans supporting Naxal leader Madvi Hidma. Seventeen people, including 11 women, were sent to judicial custody for up to three days. Police said they will seek custody after checking seized phones. (PC: PTI)

An Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh, Prema Wangjom Thongdok, alleged harassment by Chinese immigration officials at Shanghai Pudong Airport during a London-Japan transit on November 21. Officials declared her Indian passport invalid, claiming "Arunachal Pradesh is part of China." She was detained for 18 hours, denied boarding her Japan flight, mocked by staff who suggested she get a Chinese passport, and reportedly told she'd only receive her passport after buying a China Eastern ticket. The UK resident, who transited Shanghai previously without issues, eventually reached the Indian Consulate for assistance. She's demanded government intervention, accountability, compensation, and assurances against future discrimination for Arunachal Pradesh citizens traveling internationally.

Legendary actor Dharmendra, one of Indian cinema’s most loved stars, passed away at 89. He was known for his charm, action roles, and over 300 films in a career lasting six decades. Born in Punjab, he came to Mumbai with big dreams and became a superstar with hits like Sholay, Phool Aur Patthar, and Seeta Aur Geeta. Fans called him the “Greek God” and “Garam Dharam”. He also had a brief political career and later returned to films in character roles. Dharmendra stayed active on social media, sharing memories and messages for fans. Bollywood and fans nationwide mourn his loss. (PC: X)

A new video has captured the moment a Tejas fighter jet crashed at the Dubai Airshow on November 21, killing IAF Wing Commander Namansh Syal. The two-minute clip shows the aircraft making several sharp moves before it plunged and burst into flames. The crash happened during a low-level aerobatic display on the final day of the event. The Indian Air Force confirmed the pilot died of fatal injuries and announced a court of inquiry. Syal’s last rites were held in his Himachal Pradesh village. The IAF remembered him as a dedicated and skilled fighter pilot who served with honour.

US President Donald Trump said “something good” may be happening in Ukraine peace talks, but warned people to wait before trusting any “big progress”. His remarks came after US and Ukraine officials met in Geneva to revise the peace plan. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said the main problem is Russia’s demand for legal recognition of land it has taken. He said borders cannot be changed by force. European leaders welcomed some progress but said key issues remain. They also stressed that Ukraine alone must decide its future. Russia said it has not yet seen any updated proposal. Talks will continue. (PC: X)

A US Air Force pilot has questioned why the Dubai Airshow continued after the Tejas fighter jet crash that killed IAF Wing Commander Namansh Syal. Major Taylor “Fema” Hiester said his team cancelled their final show “out of respect” for the Indian pilot. He wrote on Instagram that he was shocked to see flying displays continue soon after the crash. Syal died when his Tejas aircraft went down during a manoeuvre. His remains were brought to Sulur and later taken to his village in Himachal Pradesh, where he was cremated with full military honours. His family and colleagues paid emotional tributes. (PC: India Today)

Veteran actor Dharmendra died on Monday morning at his Mumbai home after a brief illness. He was 89 and would have turned 90 on December 8. The actor had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in October with breathlessness and was discharged 12 days later. His last rites will be performed at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai. Family members and top film stars are expected to attend. Tributes have poured in from across India. PM Modi called his death “the end of an era,” while President Droupadi Murmu said Dharmendra was “a towering figure of Indian cinema.” (PC: X)