British band Coldplay performed an impressive concert at the sold-out DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Front-man Chris Martin entertained the audience with hit songs and playful interactions, including mentioning cricketer Jasprit Bumrah. Bumrah appreciated the gesture on Monday. Coldplay's next shows are scheduled for January in Mumbai and Ahmedabad.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a podcast with Lex Fridman, discussed India's strained relationship with Pakistan, attributing it to Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism and unfulfilled peace efforts. He also recalled past diplomatic gestures, including inviting Nawaz Sharif for his swearing-in and his surprise visit to Lahore, which were met with hostility.
The RSS has distanced itself from the controversy over demands to demolish Aurangzeb's tomb in Khultabad. Recent violent clashes between groups resulted in curfews being imposed. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis warned against glorifying Aurangzeb, citing the unrest and the impact of a related film.
Delhi minister Parvesh Verma conducted a boat inspection of the Yamuna, revealing 1,300 tonnes of refuse removed over ten days. The government is committed to restoring the river, with sewage treatment plants planned for 18 major drains within two years, as part of their flood prevention and river cleanup efforts.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, at the International Congress of Vedanta, criticized the negative reactions to the terms 'Sanatan' and 'Hindu,' calling these responses misguided and driven by a dangerous ecosystem. He stressed the importance of dialogue and understanding the deep meaning of Vedanta, which is often dismissed due to colonial mindsets.
India plans to increase Tejas jet production with deliveries of GE aero-engines starting March. Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) aims for 20 jets per year, potentially rising to 30. The crucial delivery of 99 GE-404 engines, already delayed by two years, will support this production aim.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan made a stylish and charming appearance at the wedding reception of Konark Gowariker, son of renowned filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. The event was attended by numerous prominent figures from the film industry and politics. Shah Rukh was seen greeting guests, giving warm wishes to the newlywed couple, and posing for photos.
US authorities arrested 538 migrants, including criminals and a suspected terrorist, and deported hundreds in a large-scale operation after President Trump's second term began. The operation included raids in Newark, New Jersey, causing concern among local leaders. The Trump administration also reinstated the 'Remain in Mexico' policy, affecting asylum seekers.