Tiger Shroff met Eknath Shinde on Sunday after a firing incident left the actor with bandages. Meanwhile, CJP leaders remain in custody after a brief hearing failed to secure their release. Elsewhere, Benjamin Netanyahu called India a huge power, and the INDIA bloc planned a November 1 rally in Delhi.
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Tiger Shroff seen in bandages after firing incident, meets Eknath Shinde
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff was seen with bandages on his chest and left arm when Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met him at his Mumbai home on Sunday evening after a firing incident. Shinde strongly condemned the attack and said police had formed teams to identify those responsible. Shroff reportedly suffered minor abrasions, while his driver sustained a gunshot injury to his left hand. Police are examining CCTV footage. Read more.
5-hour wait, brief hearing: CJP leaders' release remains unresolved
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders spent five hours waiting at Delhi's Mandir Marg police station on Sunday for a hearing on the release of convenors Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, in judicial custody since October 14. The hearing lasted about eight to ten minutes, and their release remained unresolved. Police denied deliberately delaying the process, saying the surety bonds submitted by the party were faulty and could not be accepted. Read more.
How casual contracts help New Zealand Cricket retain players
New Zealand Cricket's casual contracts let players balance international duties with franchise leagues, helping the board retain talent despite limited finances and a small player pool. Michael Bracewell, Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, Adam Milne and Lockie Ferguson currently have such contracts. The arrangement can allow players to miss national-team commitments when a series is considered less important. South Africa's David Miller also illustrates the balance between international cricket and franchise opportunities. Read more.
Netanyahu warns future US president could be hostile to Israel, eyes India ties
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that a future US president could be hostile to Israel and called for stronger alliances with India and Latin American countries. He said Israel should use Donald Trump's remaining years in office to strengthen ties with Washington while diversifying partnerships. Netanyahu described India as a "huge power" and highlighted support for Israel. His security doctrine drew criticism from election rival Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief. Read more.
INDIA bloc's November 1 rally to include students, civil society groups
The INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's removal is expected to include student bodies and civil society organisations alongside opposition parties. Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien said there were no divisions among those involved. Delhi Police has granted Congress permission to hold the demonstration. A 10-15-member coordination committee, mainly comprising Delhi-based leaders, will oversee plans and arrangements for the upcoming protest. Read more.