Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued Diwali greetings on Tuesday and compared Lord Ram's principles to Operation Sindoor, stating both demonstrate the importance of defending national dignity and confronting wrongdoing. Modi noted this celebration marks the second Diwali since the Ram Temple's completion in Ayodhya and represents the first time communities in former Naxalite-affected regions will observe the festival peacefully.
The prime minister emphasized recent government achievements, referencing reduced GST rates implemented at the start of Navratri that have generated substantial savings for citizens. Modi urged Indians to support domestic products and strengthen national unity while the country advances toward becoming the...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday after she became Japan's first female prime minister through a parliamentary runoff election. Modi stated he anticipated collaborating with Takaichi to enhance the India-Japan Special Strategic Partnership, which remains essential for regional stability across the Indo-Pacific. The 64-year-old politician secured narrow victories in both legislative chambers, receiving 125 votes in the Upper House and 237 in the Lower House.
Takaichi began her political career in 1993 as an independent lawmaker before joining the Liberal Democratic Party three years later. She served as Economic Security Minister from 2022 to 2024 and holds the record as Japan's longest-serving...
Australian batsman Steve Smith reported peak physical condition ahead of the Ashes series after returning from New York last week. The 36-year-old completed strength assessments that matched career-best results following an intensive training regimen focused on weightlifting and power development. Smith plans to compete in two Sheffield Shield matches before the first Test against England, facing Queensland in Brisbane next week and Victoria at the Sydney Cricket Ground in November.
The veteran acknowledged mental fatigue concerns prompted his delayed season start after finishing The Hundred competition in August. Smith stated he experiences mental exhaustion more rapidly than in previous years, and extended early-season play leaves...
Sanae Takaichi became Japan's first female prime minister on Tuesday after winning a runoff election in Parliament. The 64-year-old secured 125 votes in the Upper House and 237 in the Lower House, surpassing the majorities required in both chambers. Takaichi will complete former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's term, which runs through September 2027.
The Nara Prefecture representative entered politics in 1993 as an independent lawmaker, but joined the Liberal Democratic Party three years later. She served as Economic Security Minister from 2022 to 2024 and holds the record as Japan's longest-serving Minister for Internal Affairs. Takaichi leads the LDP's conservative wing and won the party leadership on Saturday with 185 votes against...
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri stated on Tuesday that approximately 67 million citizens visit fuel stations daily as India's energy consumption reaches 5.5 million barrels of oil per day. The minister emphasized that India has become the world's fourth-largest economy with a GDP of $4.3 trillion and achieved 7.8 percent growth in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26. Puri announced plans to expand the nation's gas pipeline network from 24,500 kilometers to 33,000 kilometers by 2030.
The government has provided LPG connections to more than 106 million households through the Ujjwala Yojana scheme, while 15.5 million homes receive piped natural gas. India operates around 8,300 compressed natural gas stations and has 114...
Former Australian captain Steve Smith expressed confidence in Marnus Labuschagne's ability to succeed in the upcoming Ashes series after the batter's removal from the Test squad for the first time in six years. Smith praised Labuschagne's determination, noting the Queenslander told him he would reclaim his Test position by the first Ashes match. The 35-year-old highlighted how Labuschagne responded to his exclusion by scoring four centuries in five innings during domestic cricket, demonstrating his readiness to return.
Smith advised Labuschagne to simplify his approach by focusing on watching the ball rather than overthinking technical aspects. The veteran batsman emphasized Labuschagne's versatility, pointing out his capability to...
Shah Rukh Khan has entered the billionaire club, making him the world’s richest actor with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion, according to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025. His wealth surpasses that of several major global celebrities, including Taylor Swift, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Jerry Seinfeld. Khan’s financial success comes not only from his acting career but also from a range of business ventures and investments.
He leads Red Chillies Entertainment, a production house responsible for hit films and significant content rights. Khan is also a co-owner of the Kolkata Knight Riders, a profitable IPL franchise, and holds valuable real estate, including his well-known home in Mumbai, properties in London, Dubai, Beverly Hills...
Barcelona wants to splash 20 million euros to snatch up 16-year-old Gilberto Mora from Mexico’s Tijuana, according to Fichajes. Mora has become a standout in Mexican soccer, lighting up the Under-20 World Cup in Chile with clutch goals and smart assists. Scouts say he brings confidence under pressure and maturity that make him a perfect fit for Barcelona’s youth-driven rebuild, joining names like Gavi, Pedri, Fermín, and Bernal.
But this big-money move rides on Tijuana’s approval and strict FIFA rules for signing underage players, so Barcelona needs a tight plan for Mora’s growth and path to the first team. Club bosses think landing Mora would boost their lineup, especially after his eye-catching showings for Mexico and Tijuana.
Julian Nagelsmann did not hold back after Germany’s win over Luxembourg on Sunday in the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The coach admitted his team left plenty on the table but praised their hunger and said they could have run up the score. He called out Luxembourg for sitting back and said the red card barely changed the game, since the opponents dug in even deeper.
Nagelsmann gave Serge Gnabry a nod for locking down his defensive side and making moves up front. He said the Bayern and Dortmund players make up the spine of the squad, with Bayern’s strong season helping push Germany forward. Nagelsmann added that German players like Pavlovic, Tah, and Kimmich have stepped up and stayed consistent.
