Ludwig A Minelli (AFP photo)

Head of the Swiss right-to-die group Dignitas, Ludwig Minelli, has died through an assisted death, the organisation has confirmed. Minelli, who founded Dignitas in 1998, died on Saturday, just days before his 93rd birthday. The group said he spent his final years looking for new ways to help people make their own choices about the end of life.“Right up to the end of his life, he continued to search for further ways to help people to exercise their right to freedom of choice and self-determination in their ‘final matters’ – and he often found them.” Dignitas said it would continue his work and run the association in the spirit he set, as an organisation focused on self-determination and freedom of choice.Assisted dying laws have changed widely since Dignitas began. France recently approved assisted dying for some people with terminal illnesses. Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Spain and Austria have also legalised assisted dying since 2015. In the US, it is allowed in 10 states.In the UK, the assisted dying bill is still being debated. MPs backed it in June, but it is now under scrutiny in the House of Lords. Minelli, a journalist who later became a lawyer, faced several legal battles over the years. He won cases in the Swiss supreme court and at the European Court of Human Rights.Dignitas said Minelli had a lasting impact on Swiss law, noting a 2011 European court ruling that supported a person’s right to choose how and when to end their life. Switzerland does not allow euthanasia, where another person gives a lethal drug. But assisted dying, where a person takes the final action themselves after expressing the wish to die, has been legal for decades. Dignitas, which has over 10,000 members, also accepts people from outside Switzerland. By 2024, it had assisted more than 4,000 deaths, including 571 people from the UK. About 1,900 Britons are members, among them is TV presenter and campaigner Esther Rantzen. In a 2023 interview with the Financial Times, Minelli said he was still working long hours at the age of 90 and believed assisted dying should be available to almost everyone.

Top stocks to buy (AI image)

Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for this week are 360 ONE WAM, and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M). Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the week starting December 1, 2025:Nifty View:Nifty has finally shattered its 14-month barrier, setting a new all-time high and delivering its strongest-ever weekly and monthly close. This milestone gives bulls every reason to cheer. The rally wasn’t limited to the benchmark alone—Nifty Bank, Nifty Private Bank, Nifty Financial Services, Nifty Auto, and Nifty Infra also scaled record highs, reaffirming that leadership sectors remain firmly in control and continue to march ahead with confidence.Yet, beneath the headline optimism, the broader market tells a different story. While the Nifty Midcap 100 managed to notch a fresh peak, the move was driven by select stocks, signalling narrow participation. In contrast, the Nifty Smallcap 100 slipped for the second straight week and continues to trade below its 20, 50, and 100-day EMAs, reflecting caution and lack of momentum in the smallest segment of the market.The big question now: will the broader market join the rally? Based on current chart structures, meaningful participation from small caps appears unlikely in the near term. Expect the uptrend to remain selective, with sector rotation and stock-specific moves driving gains.Going ahead, Nifty is likely to maintain its upward bias and test 26500, followed by 26800 in the short term. On the downside, the 20-day EMA zone of 25950–25900 should act as a key support in case of any pullback.Bank Nifty ViewBank Nifty continues to lead the market narrative with its remarkable strength. The index not only scaled a fresh all-time high last week but also posted gains for the fourth straight week, reaffirming the dominance of the ongoing bullish trend in the banking space.From a technical perspective, the momentum remains solid. The RSI across all major timeframes is firmly in the super-bullish zone and trending higher, signalling strong buying interest. On the weekly chart, Bank Nifty closed above the upper Bollinger Band, a rare and powerful indication of sustained upside momentum. Other key indicators echo this bullish setup, leaving little doubt about the prevailing strength.Going ahead, the index appears well-positioned to extend its northward march, with immediate targets at 60300, followed by 61000 in the short term. On the downside, the 58800–58700 zone, which coincides with the 20-day EMA, will act as a critical support in case of any pullback. With technical charts clearly favouring the bulls, Bank Nifty is likely to remain the driving force behind the market’s upward trajectory.

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360 ONE WAM360 One WAM has recovered steadily after taking strong support near its 200-day EMA zone of 1,060–1,050, with the price now trading above key short-term moving averages and closing above the upper Bollinger Band for two straight sessions. The rising MACD histogram, along with the MACD line positioned well above the zero line, indicates strong bullish momentum and a firmly positive trend.On the weekly chart, the stock has also delivered a downward-sloping trendline breakout supported by rising volumes over the past two weeks. Overall, the technical structure and indicator setup point toward the likelihood of further upside. Hence, we recommend to accumulate the stock in the zone of 1185-1175 with a stoploss of 1140. On the upside, it is likely to test the level of 1260 in the short term.M&MM&M hovered around its 20-day EMA for the past three sessions before witnessing strong buying on Friday accompanied by rising volumes. This successful hold of the 20-day EMA reinforces that the short-term uptrend remains intact. In the ADX indicator, the DI lines are widening, indicating strengthening directional momentum. Meanwhile, the RSI has moved above 60 and settled above, signalling increasing bullish strength.With supportive price action, improving momentum, and buyers regaining control at key support levels, the stock appears well-positioned for further upside in the near term. Hence, we recommend to accumulate the stock in the zone of 3760-3730 with a stoploss of 3600. On the upside, it is likely to test the level of 4020 in the short term.(Disclaimer: Recommendations and views on the stock market, other asset classes or personal finance management tips given by experts are their own. These opinions do not represent the views of The Times of India)

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (ANI Photo)

NEW DELHI: India captain KL Rahul couldn’t hide his admiration — or his nerves — after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma produced commanding innings to script India’s tense 17-run win over South Africa in the opening ODI in Ranchi on Sunday. Kohli’s majestic 135 off 120 balls, his 52nd ODI century, and Rohit’s composed 57 laid the foundation for India’s 349/8, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Rahul, speaking after the match, marvelled at how effortless the senior duo made batting look. “Watching Rohit and Kohli play like that is always fun. They’ve made oppositions look silly and show why they are who they are,” he said. “I’ve seen this for a long time, but it’s a lot more fun to see them around in the dressing room.”

But despite the strong batting display, the final overs left the skipper on edge.“I’d be lying if I said there were no butterflies in my stomach. We’re playing ODI cricket after a while and there’s some expectation,” Rahul admitted. “But we kept taking wickets and the bowlers stuck to their plans. They pushed us and kept coming hard.”Rahul, who is adapting to a new role in the middle order, said batting at No. 6 was helping him evolve. “Batting at No. 6 is okay… that’s the role I’ve been given in the last 2–3 series. It’s helping personal development.”

He also reserved praise for Harshit Rana and Kuldeep Yadav, who held their nerves under pressure. “Harshit’s done really well… tall, bowls fast, and has great potential. Kuldeep is doing this job — key for us to take wickets.”Kuldeep, who finished with four wickets, revealed he relied on variation to outfox the Proteas batters.“We wanted to attack despite it being tough to bowl… I was mixing scrambled seam and seam-up, trying to bowl back of a length. It was very challenging — the ball was getting wet,” Kuldeep said. “You can’t rely only on stock balls. You have to keep batters guessing.”South Africa’s captain Aiden Markram praised his team’s fight but admitted the top-order collapse hurt them. “Proud of the chase… but the top order falling was defining. Small pieces to do better,” he said.India now head into the second ODI with momentum.

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Jefferies initiated its coverage on Lenskart with a buy rating and the target price at Rs 500. Analysts said that Lenskart, India’s largest tech-driven eyewear retailer, holds just about 5% market share, offering strong growth potential. Its vertically integrated omni-channel model ensures cost efficiency, rapid delivery, and superior customer experience, they said. India serves as a bedrock for the company with over 85% contribution to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), while the international segment offers optionality. Analysts feel Lenskart offers attractive unit economics and fast paybacks should drive 50%+ adjusted EBITDA compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) between FY25 and FY28.Nomura has a buy rating on M&M with the target price at Rs 4,355. Analysts said that M&M launched a new 7-seater electric XEV 9S SUV on Nov 27 Nov at an introductory price of Rs 19.95 lakh. Bookings for the model will begin on Jan 14, 2026 and deliveries will start from Jan 23, 2026. XEV 9S comes with premium features and is priced much more attractively than expectations of Rs 23-31 lakh. XEV 9S is based on the INGLO platform and powered by MAIA.Kotak Institutional Equities has upgraded JSW Infrastructure to reduce from sell with the target price at Rs 270. Analysts said that the recent discussion about the company comforts them on prospects that it would leverage the group’s capabilities and requirements to generate a reasonable return on growth investments over the next five years. It also provides comforts on recovery in growth in Jaigarh by using pricing and investment levers to regain market share in Maharashtra. They feel that the key risk to the investment thesis is longevity and sustainability of growth, which lacks comfort for now. They also feel that the recent price correction still falls short of giving an attractive buy price point.UBS has a buy on GAIL with the target price at Rs 215. Analysts said that the recent tariff hike was disappointing while the increase in realized tariffs could be even lower. The 12% hike in announced tariffs does not mean equal increase in realized tariffs, they said. Current hike in tariffs reflects revision in only two parameters: Increase of Rs 5.16/mmbtu on account of higher system-use-gas, and the increase of Rs 1.92/mmbtu on account of lower volume divisor as per latest capacity determination. However, the regulator deferred the review of other parameters to FY28 (next tariff effective from 1 April 2028), flagging that a true-up of all parameters at this stage would lead to a material increase in tariff and can place some unexpected financial pressure on its customers.JP Morgan has an overweight rating on LIC with the target price at Rs 1,200. Analysts feel that the product mix shift, margin expansion, and distribution diversification would drive growth for the life insurance major. They also feel that the GST removal is likely to increase both the penetration and density of the insurance market. The company does not plan to pass on the cost benefit to distributors or customers, analysts said.

Jaya Bachchan has called the concept of ‘marriage’ an outdated institution in modern times. The 77-year-old expressed that her granddaughter, Navya Naveli Nanda, who would be turning 28 in a week, should not tie the knot. The actress further highlighted that she is too old to be advising young women on how to bring up kids, and accepted that the children have been getting smarter.

Jaya Bachchan talked about her granddaughter’s marriage

Jaya Bachchan casually dropped the encouraging sentence in a conversation ‘Just enjoy life,’ when she was asked about the legality of marriage. She was asked whether the actress would be fine to see Nanda following her steps and leaving her career after getting married. Bachchan replied, “I don’t want Navya to get married.” When the host asked to elaborate about thinking that marriage is an outdated institution, the ‘Abhimaan’ actress claimed that today’s children can outsmart anyone during her interview with We The Women in Mumbai.

For Jaya Bachchan, marriage is like a sweet dish

Circling back to the wedding, Jaya Bachchan, who herself has been married for over 50 years with Amitabh Bachchan, explained the concept by comparing it with Delhi-ka ladoo. If you eat them, you will end up getting in trouble, but if you don’t, you’ll regret it immediately. Jaya Bachahan and Nanda Navya Naveli have been known for their extraordinary and progressive thoughts. While the actress had claimed it was not this free in her time when she was young, Jaya highlighted the need for emotional and mental compatibility is a must during Navya’s podcast. “People will find it objectionable coming from me, but physical attraction and compatibility are also very important. Our times, we couldn’t experiment, but today the generation does, and why shouldn’t they? Because that also is responsible for a long-lasting relationship,” Jaya Bachchan said while speaking on the topic of having children without marriage, adding that it is important for the love to last long.

South Africa’s young sensation Dewald Brevis grabbed headlines in the ODI series opener against India in Ranchi on Sunday with a breathtaking one-handed catch.

Dewald Brevis stuns Ranchi crowd with unreal one-handed catch to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad

Fielding at point in the 23rd over, the 22-year-old leaped full-stretch to his right to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad for 8 off 14 balls, producing a Jonty Rhodes-esque piece of brilliance that left the entire JSCA Stadium gasping.

The dismissal came off seamer Ottniel Baartman, who induced a chipped drive from Gaikwad – promoted to No. 4 after opening batter Rohit Sharma’s gritty 57. The ball seemed destined to race past point when Brevis launched into an acrobatic dive, extending his right arm horizontally to snatch it cleanly mid-air.

Here’s the video:

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— Pat (@starlord_208) November 30, 2025

The moment was made even more dramatic by Virat Kohli’s reaction, as the India star stood at the non-striker’s end with wide eyes and a stunned smile, applauding the catch instantly.

Virat Kohli’s shocked reaction highlights magnitude of the moment

Replays showed Brevis completing the catch without the ball brushing the turf, tumbling safely inside the rope as the South Africans erupted in celebration. Kohli shook his head in disbelief – a rare display of awe from one of the game’s greats – before acknowledging the brilliance with applause.

Dewald Brevis 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/nEDLGqhyCZ

— Prakash (@definitelynot05) November 30, 2025

The wicket arrived at a critical juncture. India had built momentum through a century stand between Rohit and Kohli, recovering from early pressure to reach 150/2. But Gaikwad’s departure triggered a mini-slide, as India soon slipped to 214/4, allowing South Africa to claw back control on a Ranchi pitch offering occasional seam movement.

Fans compare Brevis to Jony Rhodes and AB de Villiers after viral catch

It did not take long for Brevis’ effort to explode across social media, with fans dubbing it “a bird or a plane?” for the sheer aerial execution. Comparisons poured in, from Jonty Rhodes’ legendary point-fielding to AB de Villiers’ gravity-defying dives, elevating the moment to one of the most memorable catches in recent matches.

Also READ: IND vs SA – Rohit Sharma shatters Shahid Afridi’s sixes record in the Ranchi ODI against South Africa

OH MY WORD, DEWALD BREVIS! 👀

That diving, one-handed catch at backward point by Dewald Brevis to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad was straight out of the Jonty Rhodes playbook! #INDvSA pic.twitter.com/D4vUtWOkxR

— Boundary Bro (@BoundaryBro) November 30, 2025

INSANE STUFF FROM DEWALD BREVIS. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/l3hrsO8dzJ

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 30, 2025

Reaction of the Virat Kohli says it all!

Dismal of Ruturaj Gaikwad was not normal, it was an extra ordinary stuff by Dewald Brevis. pic.twitter.com/KBfYeS7Naz

— abhay singh (@abhaysingh_13) November 30, 2025

Brevis, who captained South Africa A earlier in the year, has long been praised for his electric athleticism. Under stand-in ODI skipper Aiden Markram, with regular captain Temba Bavuma injured, Brevis was entrusted with key fielding positions – and he delivered spectacularly.

Also READ: IND vs SA, 1st ODI – Here’s why Temba Bavuma is not playing today’s match in Ranchi

Chinese government has a new ‘scare’ and it is the country’s humanoid robotics industry. China’s burgeoning humanoid robotics sector, recently anointed a key economic catalyst by the Communist Party, is said to be attracting such an intense wave of investment that it is beginning to make Beijing uneasy. According to a report in Bloomberg, China’s powerful economic-planning agency has warned of the risks of a bubble forming in the country’s humanoid robotics industry, issuing a rare official expression of concern about a pivotal sphere of technology. The warning comes from China’s National Development and Reform Commission, which sets economic strategy and shifts in policy. The agency has called attention to the proliferation of remarkably similar robots from more than 150 companies in the same field. Agency spokeswoman Li Chao told Bloomberg that it is important for the country to prevent this flood of humanoid robots from overwhelming the market and squeezing out real research and development initiatives. “Frontier industries have long grappled with the challenge of balancing the speed of growth against the risk of bubbles — an issue now confronting the humanoid robot sector as well,” Li added.The Chinese government’s call for increased vigilance reflects growing anxiety over potential over-investment, an issue that has plagued past Chinese tech booms like bike-sharing and semiconductors, often resulting in market shakeups and consolidation. The development and funding frenzy has skyrocketed following Unitree Robotics’ viral performance during the Spring Festival Gala earlier this year, where its dancing droids captivated a nationwide audience. This surge in interest aligns with the ruling Communist Party’s new guidelines, which designated the humanoid robotics industry as one of six critical new economic growth drivers for China’s development plan through 2030.Investor enthusiasm is palpable. The Bloomberg report notes that the Solactive China Humanoid Robotics Index—which tracks the shares of robot-related companies—is up nearly 30% this year. Industry leader UBTech Robotics Corp., a potential beneficiary of any market consolidation, saw its shares gain more than 4% on Friday. Citigroup Inc. has projected the market could swell to $7 trillion by 2050, though widespread adoption of these robots in homes and factories is still considered years away. In 2023, China reportedly installed over 290,000 industrial robots, more than the rest of the world combined, with robot density reaching 470 robots per 10,000 workers, surpassing Japan and Germany for the first time.The sector’s profile has been further elevated by key government endorsements. Unitree founder Wang Xingxing secured a front-row seat at a seminal meeting in February with President Xi Jinping and other prominent tech leaders, including Jack Ma. Since then, droids from fast-growing startups such as AgiBot and Galbot have become social media sensations, showcasing capabilities like running marathons, kickboxing, and making coffee.The government’s plan, according to the official, is two-fold: accelerating research and development of core technologies while simultaneously supporting the construction of essential training and testing infrastructure. Furthermore, Beijing intends to “promote the consolidation and sharing of technology and industrial resources in the sector across the nation,” in a bid to hasten the real-world application of humanoid robots.

Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar

Former Indian legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar praised Virat Kohli after he scored his 52nd ODI century, breaking Sachin Tendulkar‘s record. The milestone was achieved during the first ODI between India and South Africa at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi.

Kohli’s innings helped stabilise India’s score and established him as a batting great. By surpassing Tendulkar’s 51 centuries in Tests, he became the player with the most centuries in a single format of international cricket.“Those who’ve played with Virat Kohli and against him, they all agree that he’s the greatest of ODIs. Ricky Ponting also rated him as the GOAT. It’s very tough to get appreciation from Australians. When you pass Sachin, you know where this man stands,” he told JioStar during the mid-innings break.ODI remains the only international format Kohli plays after retiring from Tests and T20Is. He aims to participate in the 2027 World Cup before ending his career.Despite facing criticism from experts suggesting retirement, Kohli maintained his strong form. He scored 135 runs off 120 balls in this match.During the match, a fan ran onto the field to touch Kohli’s feet before security personnel removed him from the ground.Both Kohli and 38-year-old Rohit made their return to ODI cricket after stepping away from T20 and Test formats.Their experience strengthened the Indian team, which was led by KL Rahul due to Shubman Gill’s injury, following a 2-0 Test series loss to South Africa.After losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal early for 18, Kohli joined Rohit at the crease to loud cheers from the 38,000 spectators.The duo stabilized the innings before Jansen dismissed Rohit lbw. Rohit’s 51-ball innings featured five fours and three sixes.Despite losing additional wickets, Kohli maintained his composure through the middle overs when scoring slowed.After reaching his first century since February, Kohli accelerated dramatically, scoring 21 runs off Prenelan Subrayen in the 39th over with two fours and two sixes.Nandre Burger eventually dismissed Kohli, caught by Ryan Rickelton, after he had hit 11 fours and seven sixes