Satellite imagery has revealed that China is constructing a sophisticated air defence complex near the India-Tibet border, approximately 110 km from the Pangong Lake region. The facility includes command and control centers, barracks, radar installations, and notably, retractable missile launch positions designed to house Transporter Erector Launcher (TEL) vehicles. These covered launch sites are believed to enhance the concealment and protection of China's long-range HQ-9 Surface-to-Air Missile systems. Analysts suggest that this development mirrors a similar site in Gar County, situated about 65 km from the Line of Actual Control (LAC), directly opposite India's Nyoma airfield. (PC: India Today)

The U.S., under President Donald Trump, has announced sanctions targeting Russia’s top oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, to restrict Moscow’s revenue streams fueling the ongoing Ukraine war. The sanctions, effective November 21, 2025, aim to curb Russian oil exports, especially to key markets including India and China, while pressuring President Vladimir Putin toward a ceasefire. Trump’s move reflects escalating U.S. efforts to tighten economic pressure on Russia amid the prolonged conflict. Russia has condemned the measures as “unfriendly acts,” asserting it will continue its military operations in Ukraine. The sanctions also include financial restrictions on associated subsidiaries. (PC: Reuters)

US President Donald Trump has stopped all trade negotiations with Canada. He said the move came after Canadian TV ads criticised US tariffs. Trump accused Canada of trying to influence US Supreme Court decisions with the ads. He posted on social media that tariffs are “very important to national security and the US economy.” The decision affects ongoing trade discussions between the two countries. Canadian officials have not yet responded. Experts say this could strain US-Canada relations and impact businesses on both sides of the border. Trump’s action shows tensions over trade and economic policy continue. (PC: The Indian Express)

Delhi Police have stopped a major terror attack planned for Diwali, arresting two suspected ISIS members. The men, both named Adnan, were caught in Delhi and Bhopal. Police said they planned blasts at a busy south Delhi mall and a public park during the festival. A video showing their pledge to ISIS and photos of target sites were found. Officers also seized a timer device and other bomb-making materials. Officials said the arrests prevented a major tragedy. Police are now checking links to foreign handlers and a wider terror network across states. (PC: HT)

Doctors in Gaza say many of the 195 Palestinian bodies returned by Israel show signs of torture and abuse. The bodies, exchanged under a ceasefire deal, arrived frozen and decomposed, making full checks hard. Some were blindfolded, tied, or showed deep bruises, doctors said. Israel denies the claims, saying all returned were combatants. Forensic experts say only post-mortems can prove what happened. Gaza’s doctors, working without cold storage or DNA tools, say Israel has not shared full data. Families struggle to identify loved ones as questions grow over how the detainees died. (PC: BBC)

A heartwarming video from Adelaide shows an Uber driver’s stunned yet polite reaction when Indian cricketers Prasidh Krishna, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Dhruv Jurel entered his cab. The driver, caught off guard, quietly greeted them and respected their privacy during the ride. The dashcam video quickly went viral, with fans calling his reaction “pure and genuine.” The three players, teammates in Rajasthan Royals, are part of India’s ODI squad in Australia but haven’t played in the first two matches. As India trails 0-2 in the series, the trio may get a chance in the final ODI in Sydney.

Satellite images reveal China is building a new air-defence complex near Pangong Lake in Tibet, close to the India border. The site includes command buildings, barracks, radar stations, and covered missile launch pads with sliding roofs. Experts say these shelters may hide HQ-9 long-range surface-to-air missiles that can fire through retractable hatches. The design is similar to China’s protected launch sites in the South China Sea. Analysts believe the complex is meant to strengthen China’s defence network facing Ladakh. Construction is still underway, with data cables linking the system to command and control centers. (PC: India Today)

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and world leaders in London on Friday. The meeting aims to push allies to supply Ukraine with more long-range missiles to target Russian positions. Starmer said President Putin is the only one refusing peace and condemned recent Russian strikes that killed children in Kharkiv. The UK will send 100 more air defence missiles to Ukraine ahead of schedule. Leaders will also discuss sanctions on Russian oil and the use of frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s defence and recovery efforts. (PC: BBC)

The Trump administration is set to defend its $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa applicants in U.S. courts, citing the need to protect American workers and curb fraud in the visa program. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the H-1B system has been exploited, affecting wages for U.S. citizens. The policy faces multiple lawsuits from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, unions, and industry groups, who argue the fee is unlawful and could harm U.S. industries reliant on skilled foreign workers. Legal proceedings are expected to test the administration’s immigration strategy.  

Afghanistan's Taliban-led government has announced plans to construct a dam on the Kunar River, aiming to restrict Pakistan's water access. This move follows India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty earlier this year. The Kunar River, known as the Chitral River in Pakistan, is a vital water source for Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The decision comes after recent border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan, highlighting escalating tensions in the region. Afghanistan's Supreme Leader, Mawlawi Hibatullah Akhundzada, has ordered the swift commencement of the dam's construction, emphasizing the nation's "right to water". (PC: AFP)