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An excellent illustration of civil-military fusion is Operation Sindoor, when the military and administrative apparatus collaborated to foster public trust: At LBSNAA, Raksha Mantri

An excellent illustration of civil-military fusion is Operation Sindoor, when the military and administrative apparatus collaborated to foster public trust: At LBSNAA, Raksha Mantri

Operation Sindoor exemplifies effective civil-military collaboration, as noted by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during the 100th Common Foundation Course at LBSNAA. He praised the Armed Forces for their balanced response in countering terrorism while highlighting the vital role of civil servants in safeguarding national interests. Singh emphasized the need for increased coordination between governance and national security to achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Reflecting on India’s economic progress, he urged civil servants to embody integrity and public accountability in their roles, aligning with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of 'Minimum Government, Maximum Governance'.
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Why RGV Believes Shah Rukh Khan Doesn’t Need Him—or Any Director

Why RGV Believes Shah Rukh Khan Doesn’t Need Him—or Any Director

Actor Shah Rukh Khan, who has worked with many prominent filmmakers in Bollywood, has never collaborated with Ram Gopal Varma, a director known for cult classics such as Satya (1998) and Rangeela (1995). Varma has recently disclosed the reasons behind this absence of partnership in their professional histories. Ram discussed his experiences with Shah Rukh Khan on a podcast, highlighting the actor's vibrant energy and contrasting it with his own intense filmmaking style. He felt limiting Shah Rukh's role in a way that diverges from his usual charm would be unfair to both the actor and his fans. Ram mentioned…
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Oakley Meta HSTN AI Glasses to debut in India on December 1

Oakley Meta HSTN AI Glasses to debut in India on December 1

Oakley is set to introduce its Meta HSTN AI smart glasses in India on December 1, marking a major push into performance-driven wearable technology. Priced from ₹41,800, the glasses are now available for pre-sale on Sunglass Hut and will roll out across leading eyewear retailers nationwide. Designed for athletes, sports enthusiasts, and content creators, Oakley Meta HSTN brings a powerful mix of AI and durability. The glasses feature a fully integrated camera for hands-free 3K video capture, open-ear speakers, IPX4 water resistance, fast charging, and up to 8 hours of active battery life with an additional 48 hours provided by…
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Mahindra XEV 9S set to revolutionize India’s electric SUV market, prices start at Rs 19.95 lakh

Mahindra XEV 9S set to revolutionize India’s electric SUV market, prices start at Rs 19.95 lakh

Mahindra & Mahindra has officially launched the XEV 9S, India’s largest electric 7-seater SUV, marking a significant step in the country’s electric mobility segment. Built on the INGLO platform and powered by the MAIA system, the XEV 9S offers a 70 kWh battery producing 180 kW power and 380 Nm torque. Prices start at ₹19.95 lakh, with the fully loaded 79 kWh variant priced at ₹29.45 lakh. Bookings open on January 14, 2026, and customer deliveries begin January 23, 2026. R Velusamy, President - Automotive Business, Mahindra, highlighted the SUV’s spacious interiors, quiet ride, and high-tech features, stating, “The XEV…
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Pradyot praises the historic “One North East Unity” event, calls for statewide mobilisation across Tripura

Pradyot praises the historic “One North East Unity” event, calls for statewide mobilisation across Tripura

Tipra Motha Party founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma has described the November 27 ‘One North East Unity’ rally at Agartala’s Swami Vivekananda Maidan as a “historic and defining” moment for the Tiprasa community. Speaking during a Facebook Live address on November 28, the royal scion urged party workers to intensify outreach efforts, joining programmes and meetings across all districts in the coming days. Reflecting on the massive turnout, Pradyot said he had “never seen such a huge crowd” in his political journey. He noted that while the venue overflowed with supporters, an even larger number gathered along the roads, with…
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Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One Above: Top reasons to think it the most VFM variant?

Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One Above: Top reasons to think it the most VFM variant?

Mahindra has introduced its latest electric SUV, the XEV 9S, priced from ₹19.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Offered in four trims—Pack One Above, Pack Two Above, Pack Three and Pack Three Above—the model is essentially the electric version of the XUV700. Test drives will begin on December 5, with bookings opening on January 14 and deliveries set to start from January 23 next year. The XEV 9S, a practical three-row, seven-seat family EV, is positioned as a more usable alternative to the XEV 9e coupe-style SUV. Its starting price is about ₹2 lakh lower than the base XEV 9e. The entry-level Pack…
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Kotak Private launches India’s first luxury index, tracking UHNI spending trends

Kotak Private launches India’s first luxury index, tracking UHNI spending trends

Kotak Private Banking today launched the Kotak Private Luxury Index (KPLI), India’s first comprehensive measure of luxury price movements across 12 lifestyle and asset categories. Commissioned with support from Ernst & Young LLP, the index highlights how India’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNI) are redefining luxury—shifting from ownership to experiences, and material indulgence to mindful living. According to KPLI, luxury prices have risen 6.7% annually since 2022, with wellness retreats, exclusive experiences, and branded residences driving growth. Wellness tourism, including destinations like Amanbagh and Ananda, saw a 14.3% annual increase, while curated experiences, from Antarctic cruises to Michelin-starred dining, rose 11.6% per…
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Pakistan’s Adeel Shafqat Wins Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup 2025 Grand Final

Pakistan’s Adeel Shafqat Wins Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup 2025 Grand Final

Organized by Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, the Grand Final of the 10th Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup was held at Antalya Gloria Golf Resort between 17-21 November. Acclaimed as world’s most extensive and largest corporate amateur golf tournament, it quickly became one of the most prestigious amateur golf events on the international stage. Since 2013, more than 750 tournaments have been held in 85 countries and 130 destinations, with over 60.000 amateur golfers participating. This year, more than 10.000 golfers have competed in over 122 events in 83 countries around the world. The Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup 2025 gross champion was…
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Bhavan of Assam Raj now known as Lok Bhavan

Bhavan of Assam Raj now known as Lok Bhavan

Raj Bhavan in Guwahati has officially been renamed to 'Lok Bhavan, Assam'. This change follows a resolution made during the Governors' Conference in 2024 and a subsequent directive from the Ministry of Home Affairs, detailed in Memo No.7/10/2025 (Part)-M&G dated November 25, 2025. The memorandum requested that the offices of the Governors of States adopt the name 'Lok Bhavan' instead of 'Raj Bhav
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Alisha Chinai Says Exploitative Agreements Forced Her to Step Back from Playback Singing

Alisha Chinai Says Exploitative Agreements Forced Her to Step Back from Playback Singing

Singer Alisha Chinai, known for her major hits such as "Made in India" and "Kajra Re," has maintained selectivity in her Hindi film music choices. In a recent interview, she described this decision as a deliberate protest against what she considers 'illegal' contracts imposed on singers within the industry. In an interview with Free Press Journal, Alisha explained her absence from Bollywood, stating that she found the music scene boring and felt burnt out as an artist. She expressed a desire to pursue different endeavors and mentioned that political issues within the industry were also contributing factors to her decision…
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