“Not going to trade words for actions”: US VP Vance says Iran must cut nuclear enrichment to end war

Washington, DC [US], October 7: US Vice President JD Vance has made clear that Tehran must carry out a “meaningful” cut in its nuclear enrichment capacity before Washington will agree to halt the seven-month war with Iran. In an exclusive interview with Reuters, Vance said the United States remains open to a negotiated settlement but… Continue reading “Not going to trade words for actions”: US VP Vance says Iran must cut nuclear enrichment to end war

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“Playing for Argentina the most beautiful thing”: Messi bids emotional farewell to national team

Buenos Aires [Argentina], October 7: Lionel Messi expressed deep gratitude and emotion after his farewell match for Argentina, saying that representing the national team was the most beautiful experience of his career. He reflected on two decades of dedication, acknowledging that stepping away from the team would be painful and admitting he wished he could… Continue reading “Playing for Argentina the most beautiful thing”: Messi bids emotional farewell to national team

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AI may replace only 5% of human work over next decade, says Nobel laureate Acemoglu

New Delhi [India], October 7: Artificial intelligence may replace only about 5 per cent of the work currently done by humans over the next decade, Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu has predicted, arguing that AI development should focus more on improving workers’ capabilities than replacing them. Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman shared the assessment in a… Continue reading AI may replace only 5% of human work over next decade, says Nobel laureate Acemoglu

PM Modi outlines ambitious goals for Viksit Bharat 2047, says “nation’s energy outstanding”

New Delhi [India], October 7: Expressing firm faith in the country’s collective resolve, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday laid out key national milestones—from becoming a top three global economy to hosting the Olympic Games—affirming that India will accomplish them with the spirit of “We will do it,” as he reflected on completing 25 continuous… Continue reading PM Modi outlines ambitious goals for Viksit Bharat 2047, says “nation’s energy outstanding”

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Legends leagues are a real grey area: ICC ACU head Andy Ephgrave

NEW DELHI: (Oct 7) The International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Anti-Corruption Unit chief Andrew Ephgrave says legends leagues featuring retired players are a “real grey area” as they are mostly unsanctioned and pose a “reputational risk” to the game. In an interview to ‘Cricinfo’, Ephgrave was asked whether leagues featuring retired players have become a “headache”.… Continue reading Legends leagues are a real grey area: ICC ACU head Andy Ephgrave

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Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra expecting second child

MUMBAI: (Oct 7) Bollywood couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra on Wednesday announced that they are expecting their second child. The couple made the announcement with a picture on Instagram. The picture featured Kiara, Sidharth and their baby daughter Saraayah holding the pair of a white baby booties. “Blessed once again with the greatest gift… Continue reading Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra expecting second child

Nepal in talks with China to reopen Tatopani border point

KATHMANDU: (Oct 7) Nepal is in talks with China to resume transport services through the Tatopani border point, which has remained closed following recent floods and landslides, a minister has said. Infrastructure Development Minister Sunil Lamsal told a parliamentary committee on Tuesday that discussions were underway with Chinese officials to reopen the Tatopani trade route,… Continue reading Nepal in talks with China to reopen Tatopani border point

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Starlink operations specifically built for India to meet security, regulatory needs: Official

NEW DELHI: (Oct 7) Elon Musk-led satellite communication firm Starlink has designed its operations to comply with India’s security and other regulatory needs, a senior official of the company said on Wednesday. Speaking at India Mobile Congress 2026, SpaceX’s Starlink Business Operations Vice President Lauren Dreyer said the company has made an investment in setting… Continue reading Starlink operations specifically built for India to meet security, regulatory needs: Official

DMK slams Rahul Gandhi over ‘silence’ on TN voter deletions, calls him ‘duplicitous’

CHENNAI: (Oct 7) The opposition DMK launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning his “silence” over the alleged voter deletions in Tamil Nadu. In a strongly worded post on X on October 6, DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai questioned Gandhi’s stance on the deletions made through the SIR process in Tamil Nadu. Annadurai… Continue reading DMK slams Rahul Gandhi over ‘silence’ on TN voter deletions, calls him ‘duplicitous’

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RBI hikes repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5 pc; changes stance to ‘calibrated tightening’

MUMBAI: (Oct 7) After nearly three-and-half years, the Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday raised key benchmark policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.5 per cent in a bid to tame rising inflation amid continuing West Asia crisis. With the rate hike, home loans, vehicle loans and corporate loans would become expensive and EMI… Continue reading RBI hikes repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5 pc; changes stance to ‘calibrated tightening’