Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted Israel's sovereignty in national security decisions, emphasizing self-defense and independent action. He stated Israel will determine acceptable international forces for a Gaza security force, rejecting a role for Turkey. These remarks followed discussions in Washington regarding the Gaza Strip's future and a fragile ceasefire.
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China successfully orbited a Pakistani remote sensing satellite, PRSS-2, alongside two of its own satellites on Sunday. This marks the third Pakistani satellite launch facilitated by China this year, highlighting robust space cooperation. Remote sensing satellites gather crucial Earth data, aiding in monitoring environmental and geographic shifts. This mission further strengthens Pakistan's space capabilities through Chinese assistance.
Former RJD candidate Madan Shah alleged he was promised a ticket for the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections by Lalu Prasad Yadav. Shah claims RJD leader Sanjay Yadav demanded Rs 2.7 crore, and when he refused, the ticket was given to another candidate. This comes as campaign activities intensify for the upcoming Bihar elections.
The FATF cautioned Pakistan that exiting the greylist doesn't grant immunity from scrutiny over money laundering or terrorist financing. Countries, including those delisted, must continue tightening safeguards against illicit financial activities, as terror groups reportedly exploit digital wallets and crypto channels for funding.
Prime Minister Modi celebrated Deepavali, linking it to national progress and Lord Ram's ideals of justice. He highlighted the eradication of Naxalism in several districts and praised economic reforms like the GST Savings Festival. PM Modi emphasized India's rising global influence and urged citizens towards self-reliance and unity, inspired by the festival's spirit of shared light.
Sunil Gavaskar believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are strong contenders for India's 2027 ODI World Cup squad, citing their impressive performances against Australia. Their recent form and extensive experience make them likely inclusions if they remain available for the tournament.
Despite the legal sale of green firecrackers commencing, conventional, polluting varieties were freely available across Delhi-NCR markets, flouting Supreme Court orders. Sellers employed code words and hid banned items, while fake QR codes adorned many products. Authorities deployed inspection teams, but illegal sales persisted, impacting licensed traders.
Virat Kohli's brother, Vikas, sarcastically addressed rampant misinformation and fake news circulating online. This social media post emerged amidst reports suggesting the cricketer and his wife, Anushka Sharma, were planning a permanent move to the UK, even transferring power of attorney for their Gurugram property.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a substantial framework to prevent 100% tariffs on Chinese goods and defer rare earths export controls. High-level talks in Kuala Lumpur preceded this development, aiming for more balanced trade, agricultural purchases, and fentanyl crisis measures. The framework is expected to be finalized by Presidents Trump and Xi.
Virat Kohli achieved a fielding milestone with his 77th catch against Australia, a record for a non-wicketkeeper against a single opponent. Despite this, his batting form remains a concern, with consecutive ducks in the ODI series. Kohli will aim to improve his batting in the ongoing third ODI.
India's ODI opener against Australia in Perth was a one-sided affair, with the top-order faltering in challenging conditions. Despite rain interruptions, KL Rahul and Axar Patel provided some resistance, but India could only manage 136 for 9. Former player Irfan Pathan highlighted batting struggles and suggested early acclimatization for future tours.