‘Before Switzerland, films were made in Kashmir’: Omar Abdullah hopes festival brings shoots back

Rs 1.1 lakh crore military procurements cleared to boost Army, Navy, and Air Force capabilities

Nehra calls Gill and Pandya opposite personalities but equal learners

Former Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra has drawn a sharp contrast between Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya, describing them as polar opposites in terms of personality and leadership style. Pandya co-led GT to the IPL title in their debut 2022 season and another final in 2023 alongside Nehra, before leaving the franchise. Gill subsequently took over the captaincy and steered the team to the IPL final in 2026. Despite their differences, Nehra noted that both leaders share a strong capacity for continuous learning and growth.

India Approves Rs 1.1 Lakh Crore Defence Deal for Mine Layers, Radars and Jammers

India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved proposals to procure mine layers, radars, and jammers worth Rs 1.1 lakh crore. The council is headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. These acquisitions are aimed at significantly bolstering India's military capabilities. The approved proposals mark a major step in strengthening the country's defence infrastructure.

Rahul Gandhi hits back at PM Modi's 'Dimagi Naxal' remark, calls it silencing tactic

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has for the first time responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Dimagi Naxal' label, accusing the PM of using such terms to deflect accountability and suppress dissent. Earlier, opposition leaders including Arvind Kejriwal had embraced the term, expressing pride in being called 'Dimagi Naxals'. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju had previously clarified that the PM's remarks were not directed at political opponents. However, PM Modi last week doubled down on the phrase, describing it as a 'homoeopathic pill'. The exchange highlights an ongoing war of words between the ruling BJP and opposition over the contentious label.