The official anthem 'Dil Jashn Bole' for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 has been released, featuring Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh and coveted composer Pritam. Blending traditional Indian instruments with an international flavor, the anthem aims to capture the emotions of the global cricket community. At the launch, Ranveer Singh expressed his privilege to deliver the song to the cricket world. Fans can also showcase their passion by performing the hook-step and sharing videos with #CWC23. The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 kicks off on October 5, 2023, with the defending champions England facing the Kiwis in Ahmedabad.

  Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi has called for the immediate enactment of the women's reservation bill in India's Lok Sabha, expressing her party's support for the legislation. She emphasized the importance of implementing the bill without further delay and also advocated for the inclusion of reservations for SC, ST, and OBC women, along with conducting a caste census. Sonia Gandhi highlighted the contributions of prominent Indian women in the independence movement and called for honoring their legacy through this legislation. The Union Cabinet has recently approved a Constitution amendment bill to provide women's reservation in national and state legislatures, a long-standing demand in India.

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, chief of the banned Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), is at the top of security agencies’ radar after the recent deaths of three prominent pro-Khalistani terrorists. Pannun, facing 22 criminal cases in Punjab, is believed to be operating from Canada. Notably, Khalistani leader Paramjit Singh Panjwar, head of the Khalistan Commando Force, was killed in Lahore on May 6, while Avtar Singh Khanda, a Khalistan advocate, passed away from cancer in the UK on June 15. Hardeep Singh Nijjar, chief of the banned Khalistan Tiger Force, was shot dead in Surrey, British Columbia, on June 18. SFJ, founded by Pannun, has been linked to various extremist activities, including threats, attacks, and calls for referendums.

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury expressed concern that the copies of the Constitution provided to lawmakers on the opening day of the new Parliament building did not include the words "secular" and "socialist" in its Preamble. He accused the government of making this change cleverly and questioned their intentions. Chowdhury wanted to raise the issue in Parliament but didn't get the opportunity. He emphasized the presence of these words while reading the Preamble in Parliament. MPs received various gifts on the new Parliament building's opening day, including a copy of the Constitution of India.

  Canadian authorities have been accused of harboring at least nine separatist organizations supporting terror groups, including pro-Khalistani outfits allegedly working at Pakistan's behest. India has reportedly submitted multiple deportation requests for individuals involved in terrorism and gang activities, but Canada has not taken action. These individuals include Gurwant Singh, Gurpreet Singh, Arsh Dalla, and Goldy Brar, among others. The separatist organizations have openly issued assassination threats, and the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala in Canada is cited as an example. The situation is seen as linked to domestic Canadian politics and support for pro-Khalistan sentiments among Sikh populations.

Canadian officials reportedly sought public condemnation of the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar from their allies, including the United States, before Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's explosive allegations implicating Indian agents in the killing. However, their appeal for support was met with measured reluctance, as reported by The Washington Post. This highlights the diplomatic challenges faced by the Biden administration and its allies in managing relations with India. Trudeau's allegations caused a significant rift in bilateral relations with India rejecting them and focusing on Khalistani terrorists and extremists in Canada. 

British Labour Party MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi from Slough expressed concern over reports from Canada, where Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Indian agents of involvement in the killing of Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Dhesi mentioned that anxious and angry Sikhs from Slough and beyond had contacted him. He stated that they are working with the UK government to ensure justice. India rejected the allegations, calling them absurd and motivated. World leaders also expressed deep concerns over Trudeau's accusations regarding Indian government involvement in the shooting in British Columbia.

Canada worked closely with the US on intelligence suggesting Indian agents could be involved in Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder in British Columbia, a senior Canadian official said. This issue has soured India-Canada ties, with both countries pausing trade talks and Canada postponing an October trade mission over the killing. PM Justin Trudeau announced Canada is probing the credible allegations against Indian operatives. The evidence will be shared later, the source said. Canada's intelligence coordination with the US supposedly lends external validation linking Nijjar's high-profile murder on Canadian soil with Indian operatives.

Canada has updated its travel advisory for India, warning against visiting Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast amid escalating diplomatic tensions over the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. It cautions of terror attack risks in J&K and extremist groups targeting security forces in Assam and Manipur. This comes as Canada-India ties worsen after PM Justin Trudeau accused Indian agents of Nijjar's killing but said he wants to avoid inflaming tensions further. Both countries expelled one diplomat each following the allegations. The advisory signals Canada's caution given the ongoing crisis.

Exiled former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif slammed his country for going around begging while India is reaching new heights. He blamed generals and judges for the economic mess. Sharif said Pakistan's PM begs for funds abroad as India reached the moon and hosted G20 meets. He questioned why Pakistan lagged behind India's rise from $1 billion reserves under Vajpayee to $600 billion now. In July, IMF gave debt-ridden Pakistan $1.2 billion in bailout. Set to return on Oct 21 before polls, Sharif attacked Pakistan's downward spiral, contrasting India's emergence as a global power.