Weekend News Wrap: Bangladesh issue, IPL 2025 auction, Hemant Soren takes oath, Sambhal violence and more

News Wrap: India has expressed concern over the arrest of a Hindu priest in Bangladesh, urging the country to protect its minorities amid rising violence. In the IPL 2025 auction, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar and others have made significant gains. Meanwhile, in Sambhal, violence erupted following a court-ordered survey of mosques, leading to the filing of seven FIRs, with several injuries reported.

November 24

Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) took stock on Sunday after a significant thrashing in the Maharashtra elections as viewers across India watched the IPL auctions. Hemant Soren is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand on November 28 after a resounding victory in the polls. Three people were killed and several police officers injured as protesters opposed a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, the world reached a new climate deal at COP29 – rich countries to provide $300 billion in aid annually until 2035. READ MORE

November 25

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

November 26

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

November 27

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

November 28

India’s cooperative sector is expected to generate 5.5 million direct jobs and 5.6 million 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 the increase in Australian student visa fee from AUD 710 to AUD 1600. In addition, the Indian Navy test-fired the nuclear-capable K-4 missile from INS Arighaat. Mamata Banerjee expressed her support for PM Modi on Bangladesh issues. READ MORE

November 29

India’s GDP growth slowed to 5.4% in Q2, the slowest in nearly two years, on weak manufacturing, mining and consumption. The Supreme Court stayed the court proceedings and actions in the Shahi mosque in Sambhal. The US Department of Justice has charged Gautam Adani with bribery, but India has denied receiving formal subpoenas. India has also asked Bangladesh to protect its minorities amid rising violence. In Maharashtra, political uncertainty continues as CM Eknath Shinde’s government formation meeting is postponed. READ MORE