Diwali festivities in Canada's Brampton turned tumultuous as Khalistani groups reportedly gate-crashed the celebration, throwing stones and causing chaos. Police intervened, labeling it an "internal community fight." A viral video captures the disruption, with concerns escalating. Critics argue against downplaying the incident, asserting it was motivated by religious hatred, not merely a dispute between Sikhs and Hindus. Concurrently, India takes diplomatic action, urging Canada to strengthen measures against attacks on worship places and address hate speech effectively. The incident underscores tensions and raises questions about community safety during cultural celebrations abroad. [ photo courtesy: screengrab from the viral video on X ]          

India is set to enhance its military capabilities by procuring a batch of Igla-S hand-held anti-aircraft missiles from Russia. The deal, finalized five months ago, aims to bolster the combat readiness of the Army in sensitive forward locations. The Igla-S, an advanced version, will replace the early 1990s Igla missiles currently in use. India is also considering local production of these Russian missile systems as part of the Make-in-India initiative. Despite global tensions, military cooperation between India and Russia persists, solidifying plans to upgrade from vintage Igla to cutting-edge Igla-S MANPADS. [ Photo Courtesy: newsIADN/X ]           

In a turn of events, Suella Braverman, the former UK home secretary, has published a Resignation letter and unleashed a scathing critique of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's leadership. In her resignation letter, Braverman accused Sunak of repeatedly failing to deliver on key policies, including tackling illegal migration and protecting biological sex. She deemed Sunak's plan ineffective, citing record election defeats and failed resets. The prime minister, facing criticism, pledged to "drive change" during a weekly meeting, following the appointment of former PM David Cameron as the new foreign secretary.

Gaza City's Al Shifa Hospital, facing a catastrophic humanitarian crisis, buried 179 people, including infants, in a mass grave due to dwindling fuel supplies. Seven babies and 29 intensive care patients succumbed as electricity outage paralyzed the hospital. International outcry rises as Israeli forces' blockade hampers access, with the UN estimating thousands trapped. Allegations of hospitals used as shields persist. Surviving infants, lacking incubator care, are at heightened risk. The death toll in the ongoing conflict, according to Gaza's health ministry, has now surpassed a staggering 11,240, with over 40% identified as children. Urgent global intervention is imperative to address this escalating tragedy.          

Adultery should be made a crime again as "the institution of marriage is sacred" and must be "protected," a parliamentary panel recommended to the government on Tuesday. In its report on the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita bill, the panel argued the adultery law should treat both genders equally. Its report counters a 2018 Supreme Court ruling that struck down adultery as a crime, saying adultery "can be a ground for a civil offence... for divorce..." but could not be a criminal offence. The court reasoned that the 163-year-old, colonial-era law followed the invalidated concept of "husband is master of the wife." Dissenting Congress MP P Chidambaram said the state has "no business to enter into the lives of a couple." However, the panel wants adultery brought back as a gender-neutral offense, contradicting the SC judgment upholding privacy. [Image Courtesy: VFMI]

Pakistan reportedly earned $364 million selling ammunition to Ukraine last year despite denying it provided any arms, per a BBC report. Citing US contract data, the report said Pakistan signed deals with two American companies in August 2022 to supply 155mm shells to Ukraine. A British plane flew 5 times from Pakistan to Europe likely delivering the arms. The alleged deals occurred under the previous PDM government. At the time, the Ukraine crisis was dominating Pakistan's political discourse after Imran Khan's Russia visit in February. Both Pakistan's government and Ukraine have denied Islamabad is supplying weapons amid the conflict with Russia. But the report alleges cash-strapped Pakistan profited by covertly selling $364 million in arms to Ukraine.

Words fly like missiles as the Madhya Pradesh election knocks on the door. At a public meeting in Betul district,  PM Modi said the huge crowds indicate BJP's win is certain in the November 17 polls. He claimed "unprecedented trust and affection" for BJP in MP, while "Congress has accepted defeat." On Rahul Gandhi's earlier jibe on Monday that mobile phones in the people's pockets were "Made in China" and they should rather be "Made in Madhya Pradesh", Modi said: "A 'mahagyani' from Congress said people have 'Made in China' phones...moorkhon ke sardar... in which world do they live." He slammed Rahul, asserting "They (The Congress) have the disease of not seeing their country's progress" when India is now the 2nd largest mobile phone manufacturer globally. Modi said some Congress leaders don't even want to campaign. He dubbed Rahul the "king of fools" for alleging MP phones are Chinese when India excels in manufacturing.

Former UK cabinet minister Nadine Dorries sheds light on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's temperament, stating he is "quick to anger" and often wears a smile that is "not always genuine." In her new book, 'The Plot,' Dorries cites an interview with Elon Musk as evidence. She notes the challenge of maintaining a cheerful demeanor as a prime minister, stating, "It's quite hard to keep up that effort." The revelation comes amidst political reshuffling controversies, including the return of David Cameron as foreign minister. Dorries critiques the move, suggesting it was orchestrated due to the Greensill lobbying scandal.

India has formally requested the United Kingdom's assistance in providing details related to the violence at the Indian High Commission in London during a pro-Khalistan protest on March 19. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has utilized the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT), seeking specific details about the suspects and their aides. Following a visit to the UK and the collection of crucial evidence, the NIA has initiated the process, highlighting the international cooperation established under the MLAT framework. The move reflects India's commitment to pursuing justice in cases with potential terror links. [ photo courtesy : DrSJaishankar/X ]

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif starrer 'Tiger 3' has set the box office ablaze, achieving a remarkable feat by entering the Rs 100 crore club within just two days of its release. The YRF Spy Universe film, which premiered on Diwali with an impressive opening of Rs 44.50 crore, witnessed an outstanding surge on day 2, collecting Rs 57.50 crore (early estimates). The film's global collection of Rs 94 crores on Monday shattered records, marking the highest-grossing Diwali Day in Hindi cinema history and establishing Salman Khan's biggest opening day. 'Tiger 3' is directed by Maneesh Sharma and sets the stage for future Spy Universe installments.