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In a decisive action, the Government of India on Monday, October 14, expelled six Canadian diplomats just hours after recalling its High Commissioner and several other officials from Canada. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement mandating the diplomats to depart India by 11:59 PM on October 19. This move follows Canada’s attempt to implicate Indian officials in an investigation surrounding the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has ordered the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats: Stewart Ross Wheeler, Acting High Commissioner; Patrick Hebert, Deputy High Commissioner; Marie Catherine Joly, First Secretary; Ian Ross David Trites,…

The Election Commission is set to unveil the dates for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections on Tuesday. A press briefing has been scheduled for 3:30 PM to disclose the specifics. Maharashtra’s 288-member Assembly will see its term expire on November 26, while the 81-member Jharkhand Assembly’s term will conclude on January 5, 2025. In Maharashtra, the ruling alliance known as Mahayuti—comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and Nationalist Congress Party—will face off against the Maha Vikas Aghadi. This opposition bloc is formed by the Congress, Sharad Pawar’s NCP (NCP-SP), and Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT). The recent parliamentary elections saw…

Washington: The United States on Sunday said it will send US troops and an advanced THAAD anti-missile system to Israel, in a highly unusual deployment meant to bolster the country’s air defenses following missile attacks by Iran. US President Joe Biden said the move was meant “to defend Israel,” which is weighing an expected retaliation against Iran after Tehran fired more than 180 missiles at Israel on October 1. “At the direction of the President, Secretary Austin authorised the deployment of a Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery and associated crew of US military personnel to Israel to help bolster…

Noel Tata has been appointed Chairman of Tata Trusts, following the passing of his half-brother, Ratan Tata, on October 9, at the age of 86. The announcement came after an October 11 board meeting in Mumbai, where trustees unanimously reached the decision. Noel Tata, now 67, will helm Tata Trusts, which holds a significant share in Tata Sons, the parent company of the sprawling Tata Group. In his first statement as Chairman, Noel expressed deep gratitude and humility for the trust placed in him. “I am deeply honoured by the responsibility conferred upon me by my fellow trustees. I look…

Elon Musk revealed Tesla’s Cybercab prototypes, projecting production by 2026 with a price tag under $30,000, alongside the futuristic Robovan concept designed to carry up to 20 passengers. The unveiling, long anticipated, marked another ambitious step for the company. Musk hinted at a starting price of below $30,000 for the Cybercab, with production targets set for 2026. At Tesla’s event in Burbank, California, Musk arrived in one of the two-door Cybercab sedans, greeted by an eager crowd. He also introduced the Robovan, a sleek, high-capacity vehicle aimed at urban transportation, which he claimed could handle up to 20 passengers at…

Israel is deep in discussions with its primary ally, the United States, to finalize the scale and intensity of its retaliation against Iran. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant announced on Wednesday that the response to Iran’s recent ballistic missile attack would be “lethal” and “surprising.” “Our strike will be lethal, precise, and, above all, unexpected. They won’t comprehend what hit them. The results will speak for themselves,” Gallant declared in a fiery address to Israeli troops. “Whoever dares to strike us will suffer and pay the price,” he emphasized, as reported by the Associated Press. The Israeli government has promised…

Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, one of India’s largest conglomerates, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86. The veteran industrialist, who had been in critical condition, took his final breath at a hospital in Mumbai. Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran, in a heartfelt statement, confirmed the news, describing Tata as a “friend, mentor, and guide.” Chandrasekaran expressed the profound loss felt by the company and the nation, stating, “We bid farewell to Mr. Ratan Naval Tata, an extraordinary leader whose contributions shaped not just the Tata Group but also India’s progress.” Dynamic Ad Banner Chandrasekaran further…

Washington – U.S. President Joe Biden is set to hold a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, focusing on potential Israeli responses to Iran, according to an Axios report late Tuesday, citing three U.S. officials. “We want to use the call to help set parameters around Israel’s response,” a U.S. official told Axios. Washington’s aim is to ensure that Israel’s actions against Iran hit strategic targets without being excessive. The White House has yet to comment on the report. Tensions have escalated in the Middle East following a recent missile strike by Iran, which Tehran launched in…

Haryana Election Result LIve : Vote counting is currently underway for the assembly elections in Haryana, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is seeking a third consecutive term, and Jammu and Kashmir, which is holding its first assembly election in a decade. Watch Live Result Here In Haryana, the latest trends indicate the BJP is leading in 50 of the 90 seats, while the Congress is ahead in 34. Despite these numbers, exit polls had earlier predicted a clear majority for Congress in the state. In Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress-National Conference (NC) alliance is leading in 50 seats—four more…

Speculation has arisen around Iran’s nuclear ambitions after an earthquake struck Aradan County in Semnan Province on October 5, registering 4.4 on the Richter scale. The seismic event triggered rumors, linking it to a potential underground nuclear test, though no official confirmation has been provided. Some social media users have shared data suggesting the quake resembles tremors associated with nuclear tests, but no experts have validated these claims. The timing of this event is particularly sensitive, as Iran had launched its largest-ever missile attack on Israel just days earlier, firing 180 ballistic missiles. This escalation has fueled concerns, with many…