Sports
Rain Washes Out India’s Practice Ahead Of Key New Zealand Clash
India’s Women’s World Cup preparations suffered a setback as heavy rain in Wellington washed out their full nets session ahead of the crucial match against New Zealand. Team management confirmed indoor warm-ups replaced training, with the weather forecast indicating further showers likely during match day.
India
Bhagwat To Attend RSS Annual Meeting In Jabalpur
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat is set to attend the organization’s annual meeting in Jabalpur. The event is expected to focus on strengthening ideological outreach and political strategy ahead of upcoming elections. Leaders will discuss social and cultural issues central to RSS’s goals.
India
ECI Reports Seizures, Lakh Complaints In Bihar And Bye-Elections
The Election Commission of India (ECI) disclosed significant seizures of illegal cash and unlicensed weapons during Bihar’s assembly and by-polls. Over a lakh complaints have been filed alleging violations of the electoral code of conduct. The ECI is intensifying monitoring to ensure free and fair elections amid concerns of muscle power and malpractice.
World
Zohran Mamdani Criticizes Modi’s Pluralism, Sparks Debate Among Indian Diaspora
Zohran Mamdani, New York Assembly member, criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s claims of pluralism in India during a Diwali event in Queens, sparking heated debates within the Indian diaspora community. His statements questioned India’s socio-political fabric and reignited discussions on religious freedom and democratic values among expatriates. The debate emphasized generational differences in diaspora perspectives and highlighted ongoing concerns regarding India’s political direction internationally.
India
IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing In Varanasi After Fuel Leak
An IndiGo Airlines flight en route from Kolkata to Srinagar made an emergency landing at Varanasi after pilots detected a midair fuel leak. The Airbus A320 aircraft, carrying 168 passengers, landed safely with fire tenders and emergency teams on standby. Preliminary reports suggest a technical fault rather than sabotage. IndiGo has grounded similar aircraft for inspection while regulators initiated an independent inquiry. No injuries were reported.
Health
India’s Egg Industry Faces Crisis As Quality Declines And Costs Surge
India’s poultry sector is witnessing a severe downturn as feed prices rise and climate stress triggers poor egg quality. Farmers report smaller eggs, thinner shells, and rising mortality rates in heat-struck regions. Fake eggs made of synthetic materials have also flooded some unregulated markets, worsening trust and safety issues. Experts urge immediate government intervention to stabilize input costs and enforce quality checks across the supply chain.
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World
Rise Of China Hawk Sanae Takaichi Could Reshape Japan-India Relations
Japanese politics is witnessing a pivotal power shift as Sanae Takaichi, known for her “China hawk” stance, gains influence within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Her potential ascent as Japan’s first female Prime Minister could intensify Tokyo’s push for stronger defense cooperation with India while tightening scrutiny of China’s regional ambitions. Analysts expect Takaichi’s policies to align closely with Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy amid evolving security alliances.
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Health
Delhi’s Diwali Fireworks Trigger Cross-Border Air Pollution Spike With Pakistan Smog
The surge in fireworks across Delhi during Diwali has not only plunged the capital’s air quality into hazardous levels, but also affected neighbouring Pakistan’s Punjab region, where authorities reported increased smog and cited cross-border pollution links. This event highlights how festive emissions in northern India can exacerbate a regional air-quality crisis, straining bilateral environmental cooperation and public health systems.
Sports
IND vs AUS: Gavaskar Slams Rumour Of Rohit Deliberate Underperformance
Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar has vehemently rejected social-media rumours that veteran batter Rohit Sharma is intentionally underperforming to undermine new ODI captain Shubman Gill. Gavaskar argued such theories are baseless, emphasising that senior players have no incentive to sabotage their own standing in the team.
India
Mumbai’s Arthur Road Jail Photos Reveal Facility Set To House Fugitive Mehul Choksi
Exclusive images of Arthur Road Jail in Mumbai, undergoing preparation ahead of housing fugitive diamond-magnate Mehul Choksi, have surfaced, shedding light on high-security measures, cell renovations and legal implications of the extradition process. The facility’s readiness, legal constraints and media attention converge as India’s judicial and custodial systems gear up for the controversial inmate’s transfer.