Today’s Main News Headlines – November 3, 2026
WORLD
- US Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Bid to Set Aside California Ballots: The ruling comes on the eve of the US midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress.
- Trump Signals Possible Iran Deal: US President Donald Trump says an agreement with Iran could be possible amid indirect diplomatic talks and discussions over the Strait of Hormuz.
- Cyberattack Disrupts Supermarket Refrigeration Across Europe: Retailers in nine European countries report refrigeration failures, forcing some stores to discard food.
- Netanyahu Seeks Broad National Government: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for a broad coalition under his leadership.
INDIA
- Indian Navy Rescues 20 Crew Members: The Navy rescues all 20 crew members of a fishing vessel reportedly seized by pirates in the Arabian Sea.
- Cyclone Murasu Hits Andhra Coast: Heavy rain and strong winds affect coastal areas as the cyclone begins making landfall.
- BSF Personnel Attacked in Tripura: Three personnel are reportedly attacked during an operation against smugglers; one suspect is detained.
- HPCL Facility Fire in Visakhapatnam: A fire breaks out in the pitch tank area of an HPCL facility and is brought under control. No casualties are reported.
KARNATAKA AND BENGALURU
- Two Foreign Nationals Die in Bengaluru Hotel Pool: Two foreign nationals reportedly die following suspected electrocution at a five-star hotel swimming pool.
- Kannada Flag May Get Legal Recognition: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar says the government is considering legal recognition for the Kannada flag alongside the national flag.
- ₹5,000 Fine Proposed for Footpath Riding: Karnataka is considering a penalty for two-wheelers riding on footpaths.
- B28 Bullet Train Project Progresses: Work on the indigenous B28 bullet train takes shape at a Bengaluru manufacturing facility.
MUMBAI, SUBURBS AND THANE
- Food Poisoning at Mumbai Wedding: Several guests, including the bride and groom, are hospitalised after suspected food poisoning at a wedding in Bhandup.
- Andheri Mogra Nullah Bridge to Be Demolished: Traffic movement will be affected for around seven months, with alternative routes planned.
- BEST to Add 48 Electric Buses: Mumbai’s public transport fleet is set to receive 48 new electric buses.
- Bomb Threat Emails to Courts: Several Maharashtra courts, including Thane, receive threat emails; searches reportedly find nothing suspicious.
- Thane Metro Line 4 Update: The Gaimukh–Cadbury Junction stretch is expected to open in December.
UDUPI DISTRICT
- Section 163 Imposed in Hiriyadka: Restrictions under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita will remain in force in Hiriyadka police station limits from November 3 to 7.
- Five Police Teams Formed in Pradeep Poojary Case: Udupi police intensify efforts to trace those accused in the case following the death of Pradeep Poojary.
- 22 Accident Black Spots Identified: Twenty-two accident-prone locations on Udupi district highways have been identified, prompting demands for improved road safety measures.
- New District Hospital Update Expected: The district hospital’s inauguration date is expected to be discussed at a meeting after November 3.
DAKSHINA KANNADA AND MANGALURU
- Woman Arrested with MDMA Worth ₹15.3 Lakh: Police arrest a woman in Mangaluru on suspicion of supplying drugs to young people.
- Lorry–Scooter Collision Claims Life: A 39-year-old scooter rider dies in a collision with a lorry at Baikampady.
- Lady Goschen Hospital Wins State Recognition: The Mangaluru hospital receives an award for recording zero maternal deaths.
- Youth Parliament Discusses Local Issues: Participants in Mangaluru deliberate on power-line projects, drug abuse and teachers’ concerns.
- Advanced Treatment for Childhood Eye Cancer: Father Muller Hospital conducts an advanced eye-preserving treatment for a child with eye cancer.
UTTARA KANNADA DISTRICT
- Protest Against Bedti–Aghanashini River-Link Project: Four mosque jamats in Yellapur extend support to the protest opposing the proposed river-link project.
- Fatal Accident on Kali Bridge: A head-on collision between two two-wheelers on the Kali bridge near Karwar claims one life.
- Sirsi Youth Cycles 800 km for Pilgrimage: A young devotee from Sirsi completes an 800-km cycling journey to visit the Rayara shrine.
- Omni Vehicle Catches Fire in Sirsi: A vehicle catches fire on Kolagibeesu Road; a major accident is narrowly avoided.
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