Iran executes three men linked to anti-government protests

Armed Maoists gone, but 'dimagi Naxals' instigating people against Constitution: Modi

Celebrating Diwali with security personnel in Bastar, Modi said the fight against Maoist ideology must continue despite the government’s announcement that India was free of Naxalism.

IRGC dismisses new US plan to tighten economic pressure on Iran as 'wordplay'

The US military has launched Task Force Iron Gate to restrict Iran's movement of weapons and materials. Revolutionary Guards spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi stated that the US goals are unattainable due to Iran's preparations and neighbor communications. Mohebbi criticized the Iron Gate initiative as ineffective in imposing economic pressure on Iran. He emphasized that Tehran's strategic planning enables continued trade routes despite American efforts.

'Strait of Hormuz gives Iran strategic leverage,' says Iranian official

Iranian official Abbas-Ali Kadkhodaei said the Strait of Hormuz gives Tehran strategic leverage in global affairs, citing recent developments in the waterway. He called for faster implementation of maritime development policies. Separately, Iranian Armed Forces spokesperson Brigadier General Shekarchi claimed the US Republican Party's midterm setbacks showed Washington had failed to break Iran's resolve.

Plugged in, not locked in: middle powers navigate US-China AI rivalry

Middle powers navigating the US-China competition in artificial intelligence (AI) favour flexible partnerships over closed alliances, demanding a “plugged in, not locked in” approach, an AI governance panel heard on Saturday. Alejandro Reyes, adjunct professor in the department of politics and public administration at the University of Hong Kong, said that middle powers were exercising agency in the AI era, selectively partnering with both Beijing and Washington “issue by issue” rather than...

Today’s Gold Rate in India November 8: Gold prices steady in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru

22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on November 8

Today’s Gold Rate in India November 8: Gold prices steady in Coimbatore, Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Surat, Jaipur

22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across other cities on November 8

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with security forces in Bastar, shares heartfelt message

Sonia Gandhi shares memories of celebrating Diwali, greets people on festival

Spectacular laser show illuminates Saryu river during Ayodhya deepotsav

COP31 a 'moment of truth': UN chief Guterres urges world leaders to act now on climate change

António Guterres has urged global leaders to take immediate action against climate change ahead of the COP31 summit. He emphasizes that responsibility should not be shifted and that everyone must commit to change now. Guterres highlights the worsening impact of climate disasters and the interplay between climate change and other global challenges. Additionally, he believes that fossil fuel companies should contribute by being taxed on their profits.

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with Bastar security forces, says India has overcome Naxalism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel involved in anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. He highlighted the significance of this Diwali as the first since the defeat of Naxalism. Modi commended the personnel for their sacrifices that contributed to eliminating Maoist insurgency from the region. He noted that every district in India is now free from Naxalism, allowing citizens to overcome fear.