Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with Indian naval personnel aboard the indigenously built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. He witnessed an impressive air power demonstration and interacted with officers and sailors. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of self-reliance and lauded the courage of the Navy. This visit continues his annual tradition of celebrating Diwali with the armed forces.
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Illegal Diwali fireworks ignited devastating house fires in New York and Canada, rendering families homeless. In Queens, flames spread to three homes after fireworks landed on a residence. Edmonton also saw a family lose their house to a similar incident. Authorities are emphasizing strict enforcement of fireworks bans, even during cultural celebrations.
A violent clash between two groups in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district on Friday night left at least 10 people injured and over 30 vehicles vandalized. Police have registered an FIR and arrested 20 individuals, citing a long-standing rivalry as the cause of the stone pelting and arson.
A prominent Italian journalist, Sigfrido Ranucci, narrowly escaped a bomb attack on his car, which exploded near his home in Pomezia. His daughter had left the scene just 20 minutes prior. The blast caused significant damage but no injuries. Ranucci, who has been living under police protection due to mafia threats, received strong condemnation from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and other government officials.
Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reportedly boasted about a violent encounter with "ladyboys" in Bangkok during his backpacking trip. Texts revealed his astonishment at Thailand's healthcare costs and his growing obsession with perceived insurance injustices, leading to his alleged retaliatory shooting upon returning to the US.
Satish Shah, known for his role in 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai', passed away at 74 due to kidney failure. His last tweet was a tribute to Shammi Kapoor, prompting fans to offer condolences and draw parallels between the two actors' legacies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his grief.
A Dubai-based Indian traveller successfully challenged Customs at Delhi High Court after his luxury Rolex watch was wrongly classified as commercial goods. The court ruled a single high-value watch isn't automatically for trade, allowing its redemption with a fine. This clarifies that while high-value personal items need declaration, mere possession doesn't imply commercial intent.
Indian breed dogs like Mudhol and Rampur Hounds, once championed by Prime Minister Modi, will march at the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade. These resilient 'desi' dogs, trained by the BSF, have proven effective in various operations, showcasing their agility and adaptability to Indian conditions.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Thursday. While Nifty50 was above 25,400, BSE Sensex was up over 300 points.
The chess world mourns the unexpected passing of Daniel Naroditsky, a celebrated 29-year-old Grandmaster and Stanford graduate. Known for his playing prowess, insightful commentary, and educational content, Naroditsky was a prominent figure, earning numerous accolades including the US National Blitz Championship. His passion for chess inspired many globally.