Prashant Jamdade from Sangli, Maharashtra, won Rs 25,00,000 on Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. Bachchu Santra from Hooghly, West Bengal, became the next contestant, shared humorous anecdotes, and secured Rs 1,60,000 before quitting. The episode featured light-hearted moments and challenging questions.
Read MoreA report by Policy Exchange highlights the Indian community in Britain as the top-performing ethnic group in professions, pay rates, home ownership, and social integration. Despite high achievements, social class, rather than race, remains the key barrier to success. The rise of ‘minorities in towns’ is led by aspirational British Indians, shaping future electoral...
Read MoreXiaomeisha Sea World in Shenzhen faced backlash for showcasing a mechanical whale shark after five years of renovations. Critics highlighted the robot’s visible gaps and the high entry fee of $40, expressing disappointment on social media. The aquarium defended the decision, citing laws against trading live whale sharks, but visitors remained dissatisfied.
Read MoreIn a rare diplomatic interaction, India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar shook hands with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif at the SCO meeting in Islamabad. No formal bilateral talks were scheduled, focusing instead on SCO’s trade and economic agenda. Possible bilateral engagement remains uncertain.
Read MoreFollowing a diplomatic crisis between India and Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought UK support against alleged targeted campaigns by Indian agents. Trudeau and UK PM Keir Starmer emphasized the rule of law. Numerous incidents of intimidation and violence linked to Indian operatives are reportedly under Canadian investigation.
Read MoreThe Election Commission rejected Congress’s allegations of EVM tampering, comparing their security to Hezbollah’s compromised pagers. Congress spokesperson Rashid Alvi had urged for paper ballots, citing the PM’s ties with Israel. BJP dismissed these claims, attributing such accusations to Congress’s political desperation.
Read MoreThe Karnataka High Court quashed charges against two men accused of shouting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ in a mosque, ruling it did not outrage religious feelings. Justice M Nagaprasanna observed there were no grounds for criminal trespass or public mischief, emphasizing that harmony existed between Hindus and Muslims in the area.
Read MoreKamran Ghulam’s century on debut has vindicated Pakistan’s decision to drop Babar Azam, drawing praise from former cricketers. Ghulam’s 118-run knock under pressure highlighted his capabilities and opened doors for other domestic players. The move, criticized by Michael Vaughan, saw Pakistan reach 259 for 5, with Mohammad Rizwan ensuring stability on day one.
Read MoreAmid protests, Indore’s Government Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College was purified with Ganga water after an alleged Halloween party defaced a historic building. The college denied permitting such an event, while doctors demanded action against those responsible. Disturbing graffiti and images were found on the walls, igniting calls for preservation of the site’s historical...
Read MoreStock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Wednesday. While BSE Sensex was below 81,700, Nifty50 was just above 25,000.
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