Sanae Takaichi made history as Japan's first female prime minister, securing victory in a parliamentary vote. Her election, following a coalition agreement, ends a political deadlock and is expected to bring stability. Takaichi, a conservative figure, is anticipated to pursue policies similar to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
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Afghanistan Cricket Board claims to have video evidence of Pakistan's involvement in an attack that killed three local cricketers. Consequently, Afghanistan has withdrawn from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I Series in Pakistan. The ICC and BCCI have expressed support for Afghanistan following the incident.
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A new wave of social media provocateurs, dubbed "Talibros," are marketing Taliban-controlled Afghanistan as an offbeat travel destination. These content creators repackage the country as a contrarian experience, downplaying human rights abuses and presenting a distorted reality to their audiences. Their content blurs the lines between shock humor and propaganda, exploiting distrust in traditional media.
Indian stock markets are set for a special Muhurat Trading session on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. This one-hour trading window marks the start of Samvat 2082, symbolizing prosperity. The National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange will be closed for Diwali Laxmi Pujan on October 21 and Balipratipada on October 22.
Stock markets will observe a special Diwali trading session on October 21, despite being closed for Lakshmi Puja and Balipratipada on October 21 and 22 respectively. This symbolic 'Muhurat Trading' marks the Hindu financial year's start, historically bringing optimism. Investors should note these dates and the unique trading window.
A BJP office bearer in Meerut was arrested and removed from his post after forcing a businessman to publicly apologize by rubbing his nose on the road. The incident, captured on video, occurred outside a UP minister's office. Three police personnel present at the scene were also shunted for inaction.
Skipper Shubman Gill emphasised the need for careful management of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, now playing only one format, to ensure they maintain game time. He praised their match-winning performances, calling their clinical chase a "treat to watch" and a "great bonus" for the team, highlighting their technical brilliance and ability to finish games.
Australian cricketer Travis Head lauded Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as premier white-ball talents, with Kohli hailed as the greatest. Head expressed admiration for Sharma's batting, seeing him as a role model for openers. Axar Patel echoed confidence in their readiness for the upcoming India-Australia series, highlighting their professional approach and recent strong performances.
Harshit Rana silenced critics with a stellar 4-wicket haul against Australia in the final ODI, showcasing his talent despite selection debates. Head coach Gautam Gambhir's stern warning to perform or be dropped fueled Rana's determination, leading to a career-defining performance at the SCG.