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In a media briefing ahead of the BRICS Summit, Vladimir Putin praised Bollywood, noting its popularity in Russia. He highlighted a dedicated channel for Indian films and mentioned the BRICS film festival. Putin expressed readiness to discuss film incentives with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing collaboration and showcasing cultural diversity through cinema from BRICS nations.
The Israeli military intercepted a suspicious aerial target from Syria, identified as a drone launched by the Iran-backed Islamic Resistance in Iraq. The Israel Air Force stated it intercepted the drone before it entered Israeli airspace. This incident comes amid Israel’s ongoing conflicts with Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, alongside threats from Iranian-backed […]
Donald Trump, the Republican presidential candidate, stated in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that he would impose tariffs of 150% to 200% on China if it invaded Taiwan. He expressed confidence that military force wouldn’t be necessary, claiming that Chinese President Xi Jinping respects him. Trump’s comments were published on Friday evening as […]
A Vistara flight from Delhi to London was diverted to Frankfurt due to a bomb threat received via social media. The flight landed safely, and mandatory security checks are ongoing. Similarly, Akasa Air’s Bengaluru-Mumbai flight was delayed due to a security alert. Recent days have seen nearly 40 Indian flights receiving bomb threats, most of […]
An Israeli airstrike on the Jabalia camp in northern Gaza killed at least 33 Palestinians, including 21 women. Fatalities may rise to 50 due to victims trapped under rubble. Over 85 people were injured, some seriously. The strike is part of Israel’s ongoing offensive against Hamas, following the Oct 7 attack that resulted in around […]
India sent many tons of supplies to Lebanon. This humanitarian aid to Lebanon demonstrates its unwavering support for peace and stability in the region. The supplies will provide critical support to the Lebanese people as they navigate the ongoing challenges, underscoring India’s commitment to assisting those affected by conflict. Lebanon is currently in war with […]
PM Modi is all set to visit Russia to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan. The summit will be held from October 22-23. PM Modi was invited by Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the summit. It’s theme is “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security.” This event serves as a crucial […]
China’s economy is anticipated to have slowed in the third quarter due to a prolonged property slump and weak consumer spending, prompting policymakers to consider additional stimulus measures to boost growth. A Reuters poll suggests a year-on-year growth of 4.5% for July-Sep, down from 4.7% in the previous quarter. Beijing aims to meet its 2024 […]
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh will kick off his ‘Hindu Swabhiman Yatra’ from Bhagalpur on Friday, aiming to unite the community in Bihar. In a press conference in Begusarai, he shared his itinerary, which includes visits to districts in the Seemanchal region, predominantly Muslim. The Yatra will travel from Bhagalpur to Katihar on Saturday and […]
World Bank President Ajay Banga highlighted India’s growth rate as a bright spot in the global economy, primarily fueled by domestic market. He noted the country’s impressive growth of six to seven percent despite challenging conditions. He emphasized the need for improvements in quality of life, including air and water quality, and mentioned ongoing collaborations […]
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘nowcast rain alert’ for five Tamil Nadu districts, including Chennai, Poonamallee, and Tambaram, predicting heavy rainfall over the next 2-3 days. An orange alert is in effect for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kanchipuram, and Chengalpattu today. Isolated heavy rains are also expected in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on […]
The Mumbai Traffic Police on Friday received a WhatsApp threat demanding ₹5 crore from actor Salman Khan. The message warned, “If Salman Khan wants to stay alive and end his enmity with Bishnoi, he must pay. If not, his fate will be worse than Baba Siddique’s. This threat is concerning, especially since police previously arrested […]
The Supreme Court of India will hear several significant cases on Friday, including rulings on child marriage enforcement, airfare regulation, and a plea regarding the regulation of OTT platforms. Additionally, a case challenging Gurmeet Ram Rahim’s acquittal will be addressed. Meanwhile, the Rouse Avenue Court will hear Satyendar Jain’s bail plea.
Maxime Bernier, leader of the People’s Party of Canada, stated that if the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Liberal govt’s allegations of Indian diplomats engaging in criminal activities in Canada are true, they are serious and need urgent action. However, he criticized Justin Trudeau for lacking solid evidence. He also labeled Hardeep Singh Nijjar […]
Ex-Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif described EAM S Jaishankar’s recent visit to Islamabad as a positive step to improve relations between India and Pakistan. Speaking to Indian journalists, he expressed dissatisfaction with the prolonged pause in ties, recalling PM Modi’s unexpected trip to Lahore in 2015. Sharif emphasized the need for both nations to engage and […]