Taiwan's military reported Chinese forces operating near the island Sunday morning. Defense officials counted six aircraft, seven naval ships and two government vessels approaching Taiwanese waters before 6 a.m. local time. Five aircraft breached the median line separating the Taiwan Strait and entered defense zones north, southwest and east of the island. Armed forces tracked the movements and positioned defensive assets accordingly.
Recent days brought similar Chinese military operations around Taiwan. Saturday's detection involved 19 aircraft and accompanying naval units, while Friday saw 11 planes approaching the territory. Beijing maintains territorial claims over Taiwan through its One China policy and seeks reunification with...
BCCI Vice President Rajiv Shukla declared India will capture the Asia Cup championship against Pakistan on Sunday. The cricket official made his prediction after the board completed its Annual General Meeting at headquarters. India topped the Super 4s standings, while Pakistan finished second, setting up the final clash. The teams will meet in an Asia Cup title match for the first time since 1984.
India defeated Pakistan twice during this tournament at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Previous encounters featured political tensions and controversial player behavior that drew ICC sanctions. Harris Rauf received a 30 percent fine for conduct violations during the second match. India holds the tournament record with eight Asia Cup...
A deadly stampede occurred during a political rally organized by actor-politician Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu. The incident at the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam event resulted in more than 35 deaths. Several people sustained injuries during the tragic occurrence. Children were among the victims who lost their lives.
Malayalam film stars Mammootty and Mohanlal expressed condolences through social media posts. Actor Manoj Manju described the event as heartbreaking and offered sympathy to affected families. Vijay later shared his devastation on social media platforms. He stated his heart was shattered by the deaths of attendees.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the unfortunate incident through a social media statement. He offered...
Rahul Gandhi employs atomic and hydrogen weapon analogies when discussing alleged electoral fraud by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. The opposition leader made these comparisons during press conferences where he accused the BJP of vote manipulation and criticized India's Election Commission. Congress spokesperson Jairam Ramesh amplified this language by mentioning multiple weapon types during party meetings. Gandhi also appeals to young voters through social media posts targeting Generation Z.
His party colleague Manish Tewari warns that younger generations reject political dynasties and privilege. The former G-23 member points to recent protests across South Asia as evidence that entitlement faces growing resistance. Critics...
Actor Ram Charan marks 18 years in cinema since his debut film Chirutha launched his career. Father and veteran star Chiranjeevi praised his son's achievements through a social media message written in Telugu. The elder actor expressed pride in watching Ram Charan develop discipline and dedication throughout his professional journey.
Film producers released a new promotional poster for Ram Charan's upcoming project Peddi to celebrate the anniversary. The image shows the actor standing on railroad tracks wearing a beard and patterned shirt while carrying a large bag. Peddi will reach theaters worldwide on March 27, 2026.
Fans responded positively to the poster release across social media platforms. The anniversary highlights Ram...
The Reserve Bank of India will convene its Monetary Policy Committee from September 29 through October 1. Analysts predict policymakers will keep interest rates unchanged during this session. Economic experts believe the central bank faces minimal pressure to reduce borrowing costs. Global trade disputes and fiscal concerns among developed nations create an uncertain environment for decision-making.
India's economy demonstrated remarkable strength with growth reaching a five-quarter peak during the first quarter of fiscal 2025-26. Domestic spending patterns and local market conditions primarily fueled this economic expansion. The central bank previously held its benchmark lending rate steady at 5.50 percent during August deliberations...
Bollywood star Sunny Deol posted a video while driving to Delhi for his nephew's wedding celebration. The actor expressed enthusiasm about joining family members for the festivities. He wore casual attire with a hat and sunglasses during the highway journey. His Instagram story featured commentary in Punjabi about meeting relatives.
The performer prepares for Border 2's theatrical debut on January 22, 2026. Anurag Singh directs the war film featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Varun Dhawan among cast members. The sequel draws inspiration from the 1999 Kargil conflict. Deol finished shooting the project last July.
Additional projects include Lahore 1947 under Aamir Khan's production company. The actor will portray Lord Hanuman in Nitesh...
Rashmika Mandanna films Cocktail 2 in Sicily alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. Maddock Films produces the sequel with Luv Ranjan penning the script and Homi Adajania directing. The actress shared Instagram photos of elaborate meals after completing a lengthy filming schedule. Plot details remain confidential for the anticipated project.
Her filming commitments prevented attendance at the Thamma trailer launch event in person. She recorded a video message praising her character Tadaka as strong and important to the story. The horror comedy stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal and Sathyaraj in key roles. Thamma opens in theaters October 21 during the Diwali festival celebration.
Actress Padmini Kolhapure honored late singer Lata Mangeshkar on her birth anniversary through an Instagram tribute video. Kolhapure performed lines from Mangeshkar's song "Rahe Na Rahen Hum Mehka Karenge" and spoke about missing the Bharat Ratna recipient. The actress expressed how Mangeshkar's voice remains eternal and apologized for any vocal imperfections in her rendition. She emphasized that the legendary singer's musical impact will persist across generations.
Kolhapure maintains family ties with the Mangeshkar lineage as Lata's great-niece through her grandmother's sibling relationship with the singer's father. This connection links her directly to the renowned musical dynasty that shaped Indian cinema. Celebrities Jackie...
