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Actress Priyanka Mohan has been appointed as the Honorary Ambassador for korea Tourism, a role she finds deeply special. Expressing gratitude to the korean government and KTO, she aims to bridge korean culture with Indian audiences. This appointment strengthens her growing ties with South korea, following her attendance at a state dinner with the South korean President.

The actress, who headlined the Tamil series Made In korea, a show that explored korean culture and was extensively shot in the country, shared her gratitude on her social media handles.

North korea has vehemently rejected the Quad's call for its denuclearisation, vowing "never" to give up its nuclear weapons. The foreign ministry accused the grouping of being a US tool and interfering in its affairs. The Quad nations, including India, had reiterated their commitment to Pyongyang's denuclearisation and condemned its weapons programs.

In the cases of both South korea and Taiwan, the stock market rally is fuelled by a powerful surge in semiconductor giants that are benefiting from the global artificial intelligence boom.

At a time of global economic turmoil, why are some global markets like the US, Taiwan and South korea rallying? Why has the Indian stock market slipped from record highs, giving negative returns over the last few quarters?

North korea conducted tests of tactical ballistic missiles, artillery rockets, and AI-guided cruise missiles, aiming to enhance precision-strike capabilities below the nuclear threshold. Leader Kim Jong Un emphasised the combat readiness of these weapons for border deployment.

North korea launched projectiles, possibly a short-range ballistic missile, into the Yellow Sea, marking its eighth weapons test this year. This move escalates regional tensions and highlights Pyongyang's focus on modernizing its short-range missile program to evade defense systems. South korea, the US, and Japan are on high alert, sharing intelligence.

India has dropped to seventh in global stock market valuation, overtaken by South korea and Taiwan. This decline, attributed to sustained foreign fund selling and muted corporate earnings, contrasts with the AI chip leadership of South korean and Taiwanese firms. Despite a recent Sensex uptick driven by domestic buying, foreign investors remain net sellers, impacting India's market cap.

Exciting developments from the South film industry capture attention. Rajinikanth's 'Thalaivar 173' director buzz intensifies. Sivakarthikeyan's 'Seyon' song shoot goes viral. Priyanka Mohan becomes Honorary Ambassador for korea Tourism. 'Raaka' prepares for a massive schedule. Trisha shares cherished memories from her May.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has resigned, paving the way for DK Shivakumar. Meanwhile, CBI detained Twisha Sharma’s mother-in-law after her anticipatory bail was cancelled. Fresh US-Iran tensions simmer as Kuwait reports a missile attack. Japan halted Indian mango imports due to quarantine concerns, and North korea rejected the Quad's denuclearisation call.

Seoul said Wednesday it would summon Iran's ambassador to protest after a probe concluded that a strike on a South korean ship in the Strait of Hormuz was "highly likely" an Iranian-made missile. "Our government plans to summon the Iranian ambassador to explain the investigation results, convey a strong protest regarding the attack on our vessel, and demand responsible measures, including steps to prevent a recurrence," first vice foreign minister Park Yoon-joo said during a briefing.

Celebrating a momentous victory at the Singapore Open, Malaysian coach Kim Tan Her reflected on the decade-long journey with Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, marking a significant milestone as their first major title in two years. Highlighting a critical hurdle, Tan pointed out the limited access to competitive sparring partners in India compared to their international counterparts.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to witness a surge in father-son duos gracing the tournament, building on a legacy of 27 such pairs. Stars like Erling Haaland and Luca Zidane are poised to follow in their fathers' footsteps, aiming for glory in North America. This expansion marks a significant moment for footballing dynasties.

In an electrifying showdown at the Singapore Open, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have clinched victory after a two-year hiatus, defeating the formidable world champions Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae, who had been on a staggering 34-match winning streak. The Indian pair attributes their hard-earned success to rigorous coaching, resilience through injuries, and navigating personal challenges.

While Bihar faces criticism for its high fertility rate, it's inadvertently becoming India's buffer against global population collapse. Unlike aging nations like China, Japan, and South korea, Bihar's young population ensures continued growth, providing future workers and taxpayers. This demographic advantage will sustain India's economy as other states and countries face workforce shortages.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth took another swipe at Washington's NATO and European partners on Saturday, saying those that do not hike defence spending sufficiently "will face a clear shift in how we do business". "Allies who refuse to step up and carry their own weight for our collective defence will face a clear shift in how we do business."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's South korea visit deepens defence ties, exploring collaboration on missile systems and the KIND-X initiative. This builds on India's historical humanitarian role during the korean War, commemorated by a new memorial. The partnership aims for co-development of advanced defence technologies, fostering innovation and industrial integration between the two nations.

BTS leader RM's powerful lyric, "The dawn right before the sun rises is the darkest," penned in 2014, resonates deeply. This message of hope emerged during the group's early struggles, offering solace that even the bleakest moments precede a brighter future. RM's journey from obscurity to global stardom embodies this profound truth, inspiring millions facing their own challenges to persevere.

Haryana's Pooja Singh etched her name in history, becoming the first Indian to clinch the Asian junior women's high jump title with a remarkable 1.93m. This stellar performance shattered both the meet record and the 14-year-old senior national mark. Supported by Olympic Gold Quest, Pooja's victory also secures her a spot in the Commonwealth Games.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is confirmed for October 23, 2026, on next-gen consoles and PC, dropping PS4/Xbox One support. The campaign unfolds on the korean Peninsula with a North korean invasion. Expect new multiplayer maps, a revamped Ballistic Authority system, and the return of DMZ. Modern Warfare 4 content will integrate with Warzone.

Diaspora adapts to daily life through language, cuisine and cultural changes

Both the Sensex and Nifty declined more than 1% as investor sentiment weakened amid growing concerns over the Iran-US conflict, continued foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and a host of other market challenges.

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have reached the Singapore Open final, stunning world champions Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae. This marks their first final in two years, aiming to end a title drought. Despite a mixed doubles exit, the pair's impressive win fuels hopes for a championship.

India and the US are nearing the finalization of a proposed trade agreement, with US envoy Sergio Gor expressing optimism for a resolution within weeks. Top negotiators are currently in New Delhi to iron out the remaining details of the interim pact. Gor also clarified that recent US tariffs were not specifically targeted at India, affecting numerous global economies.