Afternoon briefing: Modi-Trump meet was never on PM itinerary; advocate on why Badlapur accused ‘fired’ at cops, & more
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Even though Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was meeting him in New York during his three-day US visit, the Indian leader never had meetings with either Trump or Democrat Presidential candidate Kamala Harris on his agenda. PM Modi is on his way back home after attending the QUAD summit and speaking at “Future of UN” summit. Did PM Modi plan on meeting Trump? Dig Deeper
Maharashtra's special public prosecutor in the Badlapur sexual assault case advocate Ujjwal Nikam said the accused Akshay Shinde tuned violent and fired at police after knowing that he could not escape law. The advocate said the police had enough proof against Akshay Shinde and two charge sheets had been filed against him so far in the case. The victims also clearly identified the accused, Ujjwal Nikam claimed. Dig Deeper
India news
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Global matters
Melania Trump reportedly charged six figures cheque to speak at a political event
{{/usCountry}}Melania Trump reportedly charged six figures cheque to speak at a political event
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{{/usCountry}}Elon Musk hates block feature on X. So, he brought this big change for users
{{/usCountry}}Elon Musk hates block feature on X. So, he brought this big change for users
{{/usCountry}}Samsung's 'no work, no pay' show cause notice to protesting workers
Sports
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Sports
{{/usCountry}}The hero of India's dominating 280-run victory in the first Test against Bangladesh, Ravichandran Ashwin, was stunned by the criticism that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah attracted for declaring himself as the 'fittest cricketer'. In a recent event, Bumrah, widely regarded as the best all-format fast bowler in world cricket, took his name when he was asked to name the 'fittest cricketer', sparking a social debate among fans, who were surprised not to hear Virat Kohli's name. Dig Deeper
Entertainment
{{/usCountry}}The hero of India's dominating 280-run victory in the first Test against Bangladesh, Ravichandran Ashwin, was stunned by the criticism that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah attracted for declaring himself as the 'fittest cricketer'. In a recent event, Bumrah, widely regarded as the best all-format fast bowler in world cricket, took his name when he was asked to name the 'fittest cricketer', sparking a social debate among fans, who were surprised not to hear Virat Kohli's name. Dig Deeper
Entertainment
{{/usCountry}}Aishwarya Rai's timeless beauty in a red look was a highlight of L'Oreal's star-studded fashion show during Paris Fashion Week (PFW) on Monday. New L'Oreal brand ambassador Alia Bhatt also made her debut in a metallic and black look at the fashion show. Social media is filled with pictures and videos of the actors' Paris Fashion Week appearances, including a behind-the-scenes photo of them getting ready for the show. Dig Deeper
Lifestyle
Spanish Mexican singer Belinda was among the many celebrities who walked the ramp last night for L'Oreal Paris's "Walk Your Worth" show during Paris Fashion Week at Palais Garnier. The actor faced a mishap during her rampwalk as she fell on the runway. However, she gracefully recovered with some help from Brazilian singer and songwriter Anitta. Dig Deeper
