Top News Headlines for November 1, 2025
Here's a roundup of the major stories making waves today, drawn from global sources. I've categorized them for clarity, focusing on breaking developments in politics, world affairs, economy, and more.
US Politics & Government Shutdown
- SNAP Benefits Freeze Hits Millions Amid Shutdown: As the US government shutdown enters its 31st day under President Trump's second term, federal food assistance (SNAP) has lapsed, forcing millions to rely on food banks. Administrators warn these aren't equipped for long-term support, with volunteers stepping in via gift cards and groceries. Head Start programs serving 65,000 children face funding cuts starting today.
- Obamacare Enrollment Opens with Higher Premiums: Millions can now buy more expensive Affordable Care Act plans as open enrollment begins, complicated by shutdown delays in federal support.
- NASA Leadership Battle Stalls: The fight for NASA's top role remains unresolved amid broader federal disruptions.
- Rep. Nancy Mace Incident at Airport: The South Carolina Republican allegedly cursed at and berated Charleston airport police over an escort, per an incident report.
World News
- Israel-Hamas Ceasefire in Jeopardy: Israel reports that remains handed over by Hamas via the Red Cross don't match any hostages, derailing a US-brokered truce.
- Tanzania Election Results: President Samia Suluhu Hassan secures a landslide victory with over 97% of votes in a disputed poll.
- Sudan Ceasefire Calls Intensify: Global leaders urge an immediate halt to fighting as the conflict escalates.
- India as Global First Responder: PM Narendra Modi highlights India's role in crisis aid, while Kerala declares itself free from extreme poverty—the first Indian state to do so.
- Temple Tragedy in India: At least nine, including a boy, die in Andhra Pradesh after falling from a wall during a rush at Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple.
- West Bank Mourning: Palestinians bury 15-year-old Yamen Samid Hamed, shot by Israeli forces during a raid.
- Ukraine Strikes Russian Pipeline: Kyiv targets a key fuel supply line to Russian forces, per reports.
Economy & Business
| Category | Key Updates |
| Energy/Fuel | Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices rise 1% in India; commercial LPG rates drop. Odisha imposes a 7-month coastal fishing ban for turtle breeding. |
| Investments | Adani Energy plans ₹18,000 crore capex for FY26; Bajaj Broking eyes NBCC and Sagility as top picks. Union Minister launches ₹1 Lakh Crore 'Anusandhan Fund' for innovation. |
| Agriculture | US USDA to release delayed crop reports in November due to shutdown. |
| Social Security | 2026 COLA projected at 2.7%, up from 2025's 2.5%, effective January 1. |
Sports & Culture
- Chess World Cup Kicks Off: India's Pranav V, Surya Ganguly, and Pranesh win Round 1 openers; Divya Deshmukh upset. New trophy named after Viswanathan Anand.
- Cricket Update: India's ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer recovering well.
- Rashtriya Ekta Diwas: India celebrates National Unity Day; school holidays in some states due to rain and festivals.
- APEC Summit 2025: Leaders, including Canada's PM Mark Carney, convene in South Korea.
Science, Tech & Other
- SpaceX Starship Progress: 11th test flight advances lunar/Mars goals.
- South Atlantic Anomaly Grows: NASA's monitoring the expanding weak spot in Earth's magnetic field.
- India Census Pilot: Self-enumeration module tests begin for 2027 population count.
- US-India Defence Pact: New agreement strengthens ties.
Trending on X
- Discussions around Pakistan politics: Rumors of a new PTI faction launch and a diplomat fraud case.
- Nigeria: Wole Soyinka's visa revocation and US labeling it a 'country of concern'.
- Bihar elections: EC urges arms surrender after a murder case.