Mon Nov 18 16:42:59 UTC 2024: ## News Headlines from India: November 18, 2024
**Politics:**
* **Maharashtra Elections Heat Up:** Campaigning intensifies in Maharashtra with slogans like “Divide and Conquer” dominating the political discourse. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav claims a BJP-dominated atmosphere across the nation. Rahul Gandhi alleges that Maharashtra projects have been diverted to other states.
* **Manipur Political Instability:** The NPP withdraws support from the Manipur government, leading to speculation about the BJP’s future in the state. The Congress party comments on the situation. Amit Shah reviews the security situation in Manipur.
* **Controversial Interview:** Baba Bageshwar’s explosive interview claims a shortage of staunch Hindus in the country. A separate report discusses alleged “vote jihad” claims and their political implications.
**Sports:**
* **Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli:** Pakistan’s Babar Azam becomes the second-highest run-scorer in T20 Internationals, surpassing Virat Kohli. Rohit Sharma remains at the top of the list.
* **IPL Auction Speculation:** Experts predict which players will be highly sought after in the upcoming IPL 2025 auction.
* **India vs Australia:** A preview of the upcoming India-Australia test series, including news about Rohit Sharma missing the first test. Other international cricket news is also covered.
**Other News:**
* **Vande Bharat Express Expansion:** Plans for a Vande Bharat Express train connecting Delhi to Srinagar are underway, aiming to improve connectivity to Jammu and Kashmir.
* **Daily Horoscope:** Acharya Indu Prakash provides daily horoscopes for November 18th, 2024. Additional horoscopes for love, health, business and weekly predictions are included.
* **Health:** Concerns are raised about the impact of toxic air on joint pain, particularly arthritis. Swami Ramdev offers advice. Other health tips and warnings are also provided.
* **International News:** Reports cover shootings in the US, political developments in Bangladesh, and a bizarre incident involving a burger allegedly poisoned and eaten by a US official. A video shows PM Modi’s welcome in Brazil with Sanskrit chants. News on other international topics is also featured.
* **Bollywood:** News from the Bollywood industry is covered, including updates on films, injuries to actors, and new film releases.
**Economy:**
* Banks offer attractive credit card deals to attract new customers. Information on bank closures in Karnataka is also featured.
**Other:**
* A Delhi Metro women’s safety initiative is highlighted.
* The sale of a gold watch gifted to a Titanic hero for a record price is reported.
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