Foreign secretary Vikram Misri emphasized Quad's role in Indo-Pacific peace and development as PM Modi prepares to visit Japan. The US and India reaffirmed their commitment to a secure Indo-Pacific through Quad. Modi and Ishiba will discuss Quad cooperation, aiming to upgrade security cooperation and boost defense ties, while Japan plans a $68 billion investment in India.
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Bholendra Pal Singh, brother of BJP MLA Mahendra Pal Singh, has been arrested for posting derogatory remarks against Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath and his OSD on social media. Facing multiple FIRs, he was apprehended from a Kushinagar hotel after a manhunt. Police also seized spurious liquor from his brick kiln, initiating further legal action and investigating his associates.
Punjab Police are actively searching for AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, who is accused of sexual exploitation and other charges. Pathanmajra released a video denying allegations of attacking police during an attempted arrest in Haryana.
Robin Uthappa revealed that his criticism of Virat Kohli's captaincy, specifically regarding Ambati Rayudu's exclusion from the 2019 World Cup squad, strained their personal relationship. Uthappa admitted he should have discussed his concerns with Kohli privately before making them public. He acknowledged the impact of his comments and learned a valuable lesson about communication within the cricket community.
Nepal has blocked 26 social media platforms. These platforms did not register with the government. The action follows a Supreme Court order. Major platforms like Meta and X are affected. Some platforms like Viber and TikTok have registered. The government had given a seven-day deadline. Unregistered platforms face a ban. They can resume services after registration and compliance.
BAFTA-nominated actress Hailee Steinfeld, known for roles in 'True Grit' and 'Sinners', recently shared her feelings about starting new projects, admitting to experiencing first-day nerves despite her extensive experience. Steinfeld, who values privacy, maintained a low profile with Buffalo Bills' star Josh Allen until their engagement in November 2024.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' continues its box office run into its third week. The film experienced a weekend surge in collections. However, weekday earnings saw a decline. 'Coolie' has earned Rs 281.30 crore in India so far. 'War 2', another release, lags behind 'Coolie' in earnings. The film 'Coolie' stars Rajinikanth as Deva, a former union leader.
In a daring rescue operation, the Indian Army's Fire and Fury Corps airlifted two critically ill South Korean mountaineers from a remote peak near Kongmarula in Ladakh. The challenging night evacuation was executed from an altitude of 17,000 feet, with the climbers transported to SNM Hospital in Leh. Tragically, one of the mountaineers passed away while undergoing treatment.
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Dinesh Karthik praises Jitesh Sharma's mindset regarding national team selection. Karthik helped Jitesh refine his finishing skills while at Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Jitesh's IPL 2025 performance earned him a spot back on the Indian squad. He aims to solidify his position in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. Sanju Samson is currently the preferred wicketkeeper.