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Magnitude 7 Earthquake Strikes Tibet, Causing Deaths and Damage in Nagqu
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck northern Tibet's Nagqu region on October 22, at a shallow depth of around 10 to 18 km, according to multiple seismic agencies. The quake caused at least 16 deaths, injured between 32 and 54 people, and collapsed over 300 homes, mainly in Nagqu city. Rescue operations involving over 1,600 personnel are ongoing amid disrupted communications and damaged infrastructure. The earthquake follows recent deadly floods and landslides near the Nepal-Tibet border, raising concerns about natural disaster risks in the region.
Delhi Police Denies Permission for Diljit Dosanjh's October 30 Delhi Concert Citing Security Concerns
Delhi Police denied permission for Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh's October 30 concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, citing security concerns, threat-related inputs, and law-and-order commitments during the festive season. The decision has sparked criticism from Aam Aadmi Party leaders, who allege bias against progressive Punjabi voices and link it to the singer's support for farmers and dissenting causes. Organisers and Dosanjh's team have yet to confirm cancellation or rescheduling, while fans await further updates amid ongoing debate over the reasons behind the denial.
Netanyahu Invites PM Modi to Light Torch with Indian Pilot on Israel's Independence Day
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to jointly light a torch with Indian pilot Smit Machchhar during Israel's Independence Day celebrations. Modi thanked Netanyahu and highlighted the strong, decades-long India-Israel partnership and their cooperation in counterterrorism. The leaders also discussed recent developments in West Asia, emphasizing the need for peace and stability. Machchhar was recognized for his bravery in thwarting an alleged mid-air attack on a flight to Tel Aviv.



