Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled "six guarantees" for West Bengal, which will ensure an "accountable and fully answerable" administrative machinery to serve the people. Addressing a public rally here, the Prime Minister promised the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission, while assuring the establishment of trustful atmosphere, which will restore faith in the rule of law. He further vowed action and reopening cases of corruption, scam and women-related crimes, which took place under the TMC regime. &nbsp;The Prime Minister added that no "TMC goon" would be able to evade the law following the formation of the BJP government in the state and also pledged to provide the right to refugees guaranteed by the constitution.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-why-didn-t-she-save-my-daughter-mother-of-rg-kar-rape-murder-victim-enters-west-bengal-election-fray-vows-to-defeat-mamata-banerjee-1775707531406">RG Kar rape-murder victim's mother vows to defeat Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal</a> "I offer six guarantees to West Bengal-- 1. Modi's first guarantee: A BJP government will replace this atmosphere of fear with trust. It will restore faith in the rule of law. 2. Modi's second guarantee: Under a BJP government, the administrative machinery will be accountable--fully answerable--to the public it serves. 3. Modi's third guarantee: The files regarding every scam, every act of corruption, every injustice committed against our daughters, and every case of rape will be reopened. 4. Modi's fourth guarantee: Under the TMC's rule, whoever has engaged in corruption belongs in jail. Be it a minister or a watchman, the law will hold everyone to account. No TMC goon will be able to evade the law any longer. 5. Modi's fifth guarantee: Refugees will be granted every right and privilege guaranteed by the Constitution. However, infiltrators will be driven out; they will not be permitted to remain in India. 6. Modi's sixth guarantee: The moment a BJP government is formed here, we will implement the 7th Pay Commission," the Prime Minister said. &nbsp;PM Modi further emphasised that the state's interest lies when both the Prime Minister and Chief Minister work together towards the development of the state. He further stressed that the "double engine" government in West Bengal would work for making the state "self-reliant" in the fisheries and seafood sectors.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-fm-raises-sheikh-hasina-s-extradition-request-in-meet-with-eam-jaishankar-india-bats-for-constructive-engagement-1775719423001">Bangladesh FM raises Sheikh Hasina's extradition request in meet with EAM Jaishankar, India bats for 'constructive' engagement</a> "Bengal's best interest does not lie in animosity towards the Prime Minister; rather, the people stand to gain the most if both the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister work together. That is precisely why a double-engine government is absolutely essential for Bengal. A double-engine government will make Bengal self-reliant in the sectors of fisheries and seafood," he said. PM Modi also highlighted the steps taken by the Central government towards boosting the fisheries sector across the country, which includes the establishment of a separate fisheries ministry. He added that lakhs of fishermen have benefited from the Kisan Credit Card scheme and Rs 5 lakh insurance. "The BJP established a separate Ministry dedicated to Fisheries. After decades of independence, our government, for the very first time, created a distinct Ministry of Fisheries to address the needs of fishermen, their families, and the Blue Economy as a whole. Not only did we create a separate Ministry, but the BJP has also allocated a distinct and record-breaking budget for the welfare of fishermen. Furthermore, the BJP has provided access to the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) facility for fishermen. The BJP has also provided insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh for fishermen; lakhs of our fellow fishermen have already availed themselves of this benefit. Once a BJP government is formed here, every Central government scheme will be implemented in the state with great speed and efficiency," said PM Modi. &nbsp;The polling for the 294-member Assembly in West Bengal will take place in two phases on April 23 and April 29, while counting of votes is scheduled for May 4. In the last assembly election in the state, held in eight phases in 2021, the Trinamool Congress recorded a landslide victory with 213 seats amid an intense contest with the BJP, which jumped to 77 seats. Congress and Left Front drew a blank in the last state polls.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience. &nbsp;

What are PM Modi’s “six guarantees” for West Bengal? At a high-stakes rally, Narendra Modi promised governance overhaul, anti-corruption action and refugee rights, taking direct aim at Mamata Banerjee ahead of polls.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled "six guarantees" for West Bengal, which will ensure an "accountable and fully answerable" administrative machinery to serve the people. Addressing a public rally here, the Prime Minister promised the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission, while assuring the establishment of trustful atmosphere, which will restore faith in the rule of law. He further vowed action and reopening cases of corruption, scam and women-related crimes, which took place under the TMC regime. The Prime Minister added that no "TMC goon" would be able to evade the law following the formation of the BJP government in the state and also pledged to provide the right to refugees guaranteed by the constitution. Also read | RG Kar rape-murder victim's mother vows to defeat Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal "I offer six guarantees to West Bengal-- 1. Modi's first guarantee: A BJP government will replace this atmosphere of fear with trust. It will restore faith in the rule of law. 2. Modi's second guarantee: Under a BJP government, the administrative machinery will be accountable--fully answerable--to the public it serves. 3. Modi's third guarantee: The files regarding every scam, every act of corruption, every injustice committed against our daughters, and every case of rape will be reopened. 4. Modi's fourth guarantee: Under the TMC's rule, whoever has engaged in corruption belongs in jail. Be it a minister or a watchman, the law will hold everyone to account. No TMC goon will be able to evade the law any longer. 5. Modi's fifth guarantee: Refugees will be granted every right and privilege guaranteed by the Constitution. However, infiltrators will be driven out; they will not be permitted to remain in India. 6. Modi's sixth guarantee: The moment a BJP government is formed here, we will implement the 7th Pay Commission," the Prime Minister said. PM Modi further emphasised that the state's interest lies when both the Prime Minister and Chief Minister work together towards the development of the state. He further stressed that the "double engine" government in West Bengal would work for making the state "self-reliant" in the fisheries and seafood sectors. Also read | Bangladesh FM raises Sheikh Hasina's extradition request in meet with EAM Jaishankar, India bats for 'constructive' engagement "Bengal's best interest does not lie in animosity towards the Prime Minister; rather, the people stand to gain the most if both the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister work together. That is precisely why a double-engine government is absolutely essential for Bengal. A double-engine government will make Bengal self-reliant in the sectors of fisheries and seafood," he said. PM Modi also highlighted the steps taken by the Central government towards boosting the fisheries sector across the country, which includes the establishment of a separate fisheries ministry. He added that lakhs of fishermen have benefited from the Kisan Credit Card scheme and Rs 5 lakh insurance. "The BJP established a separate Ministry dedicated to Fisheries. After decades of independence, our government, for the very first time, created a distinct Ministry of Fisheries to address the needs of fishermen, their families, and the Blue Economy as a whole. Not only did we create a separate Ministry, but the BJP has also allocated a distinct and record-breaking budget for the welfare of fishermen. Furthermore, the BJP has provided access to the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) facility for fishermen. The BJP has also provided insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh for fishermen; lakhs of our fellow fishermen have already availed themselves of this benefit. Once a BJP government is formed here, every Central government scheme will be implemented in the state with great speed and efficiency," said PM Modi. The polling for the 294-member Assembly in West Bengal will take place in two phases on April 23 and April 29, while counting of votes is scheduled for May 4. In the last assembly election in the state, held in eight phases in 2021, the Trinamool Congress recorded a landslide victory with 213 seats amid an intense contest with the BJP, which jumped to 77 seats. Congress and Left Front drew a blank in the last state polls. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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‘6 guarantees for Bengal’: PM Modi vows crackdown on corruption, 7th Pay Commission rollout

India's Under 12 football team has emerged as champions at the prestigious Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge, held at the iconic training complex of Real Madrid in Madrid, Spain. Competing against some of the best youth teams from across the globe, the Indian U12 side delivered a composed and commanding performance throughout the tournament. Facing leading footballing nations, the team combined tactical discipline with attacking flair to secure a decisive 3-0 victory over Brazil in a gripping final, according to a press release. This achievement gains further significance given the scale and pedigree of the tournament, hosted by a leading European club, and reflects the steady rise of India's grassroots football ecosystem while setting a new benchmark for youth development in the country.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a> The annual tournament, conducted during Easter week, brought together over 80 teams and more than 1,000 young players across U10, U12 and U14 categories, representing regions including Europe, North America, South America and South Asia. Hosted at Real Madrid's famed Sports City, the event offers young athletes a rare opportunity to compete on the same pitches graced by global stars such as Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior. India's campaign stood out not only for its championship win but also for its overall consistency and competitive excellence. The Indian U14 contingent also progressed to the semi-finals, going down to Italy in a nail-biting five-goal thriller, with Italy scoring the decisive goal late in the second half. Both teams demonstrated depth in talent and resilience against top-tier international opposition, contributing to India's strong overall presence at the tournament.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a> The Indian squads, comprising players from Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, represented a unified national effort as part of the Conscient Sports program. Their journey to the top included notable victories against teams from Spain, Germany, Brazil, Uruguay, Mexico, the USA, Canada, Malaysia, Azerbaijan and Morocco, underscoring the global competitiveness of the event. Adding to the prestige of the tournament, Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos attended as the official ambassador, interacting with players and inspiring the next generation of football talent.&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

India's Under 12 football team has emerged as champions at the prestigious Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge, held at the iconic training complex of Real Madrid in Madrid, Spain.

India's Under 12 football team has emerged as champions at the prestigious Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge, held at the iconic training complex of Real Madrid in Madrid, Spain. Competing against some of the best youth teams from across the globe, the Indian U12 side delivered a composed and commanding performance throughout the tournament. Facing leading footballing nations, the team combined tactical discipline with attacking flair to secure a decisive 3-0 victory over Brazil in a gripping final, according to a press release. This achievement gains further significance given the scale and pedigree of the tournament, hosted by a leading European club, and reflects the steady rise of India's grassroots football ecosystem while setting a new benchmark for youth development in the country. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL The annual tournament, conducted during Easter week, brought together over 80 teams and more than 1,000 young players across U10, U12 and U14 categories, representing regions including Europe, North America, South America and South Asia. Hosted at Real Madrid's famed Sports City, the event offers young athletes a rare opportunity to compete on the same pitches graced by global stars such as Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior. India's campaign stood out not only for its championship win but also for its overall consistency and competitive excellence. The Indian U14 contingent also progressed to the semi-finals, going down to Italy in a nail-biting five-goal thriller, with Italy scoring the decisive goal late in the second half. Both teams demonstrated depth in talent and resilience against top-tier international opposition, contributing to India's strong overall presence at the tournament. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions The Indian squads, comprising players from Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, represented a unified national effort as part of the Conscient Sports program. Their journey to the top included notable victories against teams from Spain, Germany, Brazil, Uruguay, Mexico, the USA, Canada, Malaysia, Azerbaijan and Morocco, underscoring the global competitiveness of the event. Adding to the prestige of the tournament, Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos attended as the official ambassador, interacting with players and inspiring the next generation of football talent. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

India's Under 12 football team has emerged as champions at the prestigious Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge, held at the iconic training complex of Real Madrid in Madrid, Spain.

India's U12 football team scripts history at Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge

Veteran actor Rajinikanth on Saturday confirmed that the shooting of his much-anticipated sequel 'Jailer 2' has been completed and the film is now in its final stages of post-production. The superstar added that the production team will soon officially announce the release date, heightening expectations among fans. Speaking to the media at the Chennai airport, Rajinikanth said, “The shooting of the upcoming film Jailer 2 has been completed and is currently in its final stages. The production team will soon officially announce the release date.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranjith-sexual-assault-case-here-s-why-filmmaker-s-lawyer-quit-ahead-of-bail-hearing-1775300930648">Ranjith sexual assault: Here's why director's lawyer quit ahead of bail hearing</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rajini?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rajini</a> : <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jailer2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jailer2</a> is in the finishing stage, release date will be announced soon. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Media?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Media</a> : Election is nearing, what do you want to say to people❓ Superstar <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rajinikanth?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rajinikanth</a>: Haha Vanakam😁 ..No comments <a href="https://t.co/3YxZOFAJdf">pic.twitter.com/3YxZOFAJdf</a>&mdash; Milagro Movies (@MilagroMovies) <a href="https://twitter.com/MilagroMovies/status/2040341141879705784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The sequel follows the success of the original 'Jailer,' which performed strongly at the box office. Beyond 'Jailer 2', Rajinikanth also gave a major update on the new collaboration with fellow industry icon Kamal Haasan. &nbsp;The project, tentatively referred to as KH x RK, is expected to bring together two of Tamil cinema's most influential figures on screen. According to Rajinikanth, shooting for the film is scheduled to begin in August 2026.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/blake-lively-vs-justin-baldoni-actress-reacts-to-dismissal-of-sexual-harassment-claims-will-never-stop-fighting-1775295888276">Blake Lively on dismissal of sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni</a> &nbsp;The collaboration has already generated considerable buzz, especially after a promo video released earlier in February showcased the distinct style of director Nelson Dilipkumar and music composer Anirudh Ravichander. The clip featured a lively exchange between Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, ending with a signature moment of Rajinikanth's screen presence. &nbsp;The project is being backed by Red Giant Movies, further adding to its scale and anticipation. Meanwhile, he is also set to appear in 'Thalaivar 173', directed by Cibi Chakravarti and backed by Kamal Haasan. &nbsp;Kamal Haasan, on his part, was last seen in 'Thug Life', directed by Mani Ratnam.

Beyond 'Jailer 2', Rajinikanth also gave a major update on the new collaboration with fellow industry icon Kamal Haasan.

Veteran actor Rajinikanth on Saturday confirmed that the shooting of his much-anticipated sequel 'Jailer 2' has been completed and the film is now in its final stages of post-production. The superstar added that the production team will soon officially announce the release date, heightening expectations among fans. Speaking to the media at the Chennai airport, Rajinikanth said, “The shooting of the upcoming film Jailer 2 has been completed and is currently in its final stages. The production team will soon officially announce the release date.” Also read: Ranjith sexual assault: Here's why director's lawyer quit ahead of bail hearing

The sequel follows the success of the original 'Jailer,' which performed strongly at the box office. Beyond 'Jailer 2', Rajinikanth also gave a major update on the new collaboration with fellow industry icon Kamal Haasan.

Rajinikanth announces Jailer 2 wrap; confirms August shoot with Kamal Haasan

DP World on Saturday (Mar 28) announced the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Delhi Capitals, reinforcing its role as the franchise’s Global Logistics Partner delivering seamless access for the team, while advancing access to grassroots cricket across India. The renewed partnership builds on a successful three-year collaboration, combining high-performance logistics for the team with community-driven initiatives. Since the launch of the Beyond Boundaries Initiative in 2023, DP World has supported grassroots cricket talent by delivering 13 repurposed shipping containers and 3,300 cricket kits across eight countries. In India, communities in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Lucknow and Chennai have already benefited from the program.&nbsp;In Delhi NCR, DP World delivered two repurposed shipping containers, transformed into fully equipped, multi-purpose pavilions, along with more than 500 cricket kits, helping provide essential infrastructure and equipment to nurture emerging talent.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;Hemant Kumar Ruia, Country Manager, DP World, Subcontinent (India), said: “This partnership reflects DP World’s commitment to enabling performance, both on and off the field. Over the past three years, DP World has supported grassroots cricket through repurposed container pavilions, kits, and masterclasses with cricketing legends. As we renew our association with Delhi Capitals, we are proud to deliver seamless logistics that allow the team to perform at its best, while expanding access to the game in communities across India.”&nbsp;Sunil Gupta, CEO, Delhi Capitals, added: “DP World has brought a clear focus on purpose and community to this partnership. Their commitment to expanding access to cricket and supporting grassroots initiatives has added an important dimension to our collaboration. We look forward to continuing this journey together.”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;As part of the partnership, DP World has opened the DP World Delhi Capitals Arena in Gurugram, offering 1,000 free play hours to the community. Accessible to fans, aspiring cricketers and the wider public, the arena will give more people the opportunity to step onto the field and experience the game firsthand. Aspiring players and fans can find out more information through Delhi Capitals’ social channels. The renewed partnership further strengthens the relationship between Delhi Capitals and DP World, building on DP World’s association as the Title Partner of the Delhi Capitals Women’s Team since 2024. &nbsp;

The renewed partnership builds on a successful three-year collaboration, combining high-performance logistics for the team with community-driven initiatives. 

DP World on Saturday (Mar 28) announced the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Delhi Capitals, reinforcing its role as the franchise’s Global Logistics Partner delivering seamless access for the team, while advancing access to grassroots cricket across India. The renewed partnership builds on a successful three-year collaboration, combining high-performance logistics for the team with community-driven initiatives. Since the launch of the Beyond Boundaries Initiative in 2023, DP World has supported grassroots cricket talent by delivering 13 repurposed shipping containers and 3,300 cricket kits across eight countries. In India, communities in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Lucknow and Chennai have already benefited from the program. In Delhi NCR, DP World delivered two repurposed shipping containers, transformed into fully equipped, multi-purpose pavilions, along with more than 500 cricket kits, helping provide essential infrastructure and equipment to nurture emerging talent. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Hemant Kumar Ruia, Country Manager, DP World, Subcontinent (India), said: “This partnership reflects DP World’s commitment to enabling performance, both on and off the field. Over the past three years, DP World has supported grassroots cricket through repurposed container pavilions, kits, and masterclasses with cricketing legends. As we renew our association with Delhi Capitals, we are proud to deliver seamless logistics that allow the team to perform at its best, while expanding access to the game in communities across India.” Sunil Gupta, CEO, Delhi Capitals, added: “DP World has brought a clear focus on purpose and community to this partnership. Their commitment to expanding access to cricket and supporting grassroots initiatives has added an important dimension to our collaboration. We look forward to continuing this journey together.” ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions As part of the partnership, DP World has opened the DP World Delhi Capitals Arena in Gurugram, offering 1,000 free play hours to the community. Accessible to fans, aspiring cricketers and the wider public, the arena will give more people the opportunity to step onto the field and experience the game firsthand. Aspiring players and fans can find out more information through Delhi Capitals’ social channels. The renewed partnership further strengthens the relationship between Delhi Capitals and DP World, building on DP World’s association as the Title Partner of the Delhi Capitals Women’s Team since 2024.

The renewed partnership builds on a successful three-year collaboration, combining high-performance logistics for the team with community-driven initiatives.&nbsp;

IPL 2026: DP World extends support to grassroots cricket with Delhi Capitals

The Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), in collaboration with Mashal Sports, will commence a high-performance Strength &amp; Conditioning Camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Bellary, bringing together the country’s leading men’s and women’s kabaddi probable athletes for the Asian Games 2026.&nbsp;The camp, scheduled from March 27 to April 2, marks a significant step in strengthening India’s kabaddi ecosystem, with a focused approach towards athlete development, fitness optimisation, and long-term performance excellence.&nbsp;This initiative reinforces Mashal Sports and AKFI’s shared commitment to the holistic development and well-being of kabaddi athletes, while continuing to build a strong pipeline of talent for India ahead of major international competitions, including the Asian Games.&nbsp;Vibhor Vineet Jain, President, Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), said, “This initiative is an important step in our preparations as we continue to raise the standard of kabaddi in India. By collaborating with Mashal Sports, we are ensuring that our players benefit from modern training methodologies, scientific support systems, and a professional high-performance environment that is essential for success at the international level.”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;Anupam Goswami, PKL League Commissioner and Business Head of Mashal Sports, said, “Mashal and its PKL teams are passionately committed to enabling our country’s kabaddi player pool to continuously improve their athletic capacity and performance, both for PKL and for representing Team India. In the year of the Asian Games, we take pride in collaborating with the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India to organise a strength and conditioning camp for the senior men’s and senior women’s probables for kabaddi at the Asian Games, which will be held in Japan later this year. Since we are working with 45 probables in each group, the benefits of this camp will extend to many more athletes beyond the final Indian kabaddi squads for the Asian Games.”&nbsp;The camp will be hosted at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Bellary, a world-class high-performance training facility offering cutting-edge infrastructure and a multidisciplinary sports science ecosystem to prepare athletes for elite international competition, with specialised programmes tailored to contact-driven demands of kabaddi. IIS has also supported the Pre-season training of a few PKL teams in the past, further reinforcing its expertise in developing top-tier kabaddi athletes.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;Several prominent Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) stars – Naveen Kumar, Arjun Deshwal, Pawan Sehrawat, Aslam Inamdar, Sunil Kumar, Ashu Malik, and Bharat Hooda – are part of the camp, reflecting the league’s strong talent pool. From the women’s contingent, leading athletes include members of the Indian squad that won the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup, such as skipper Ritu Negi, as well as Sonali Vishnu Shingate, Pushpa Rana, Champa Thakur, Pinki Roy, Priya and Karthika R, reflecting a strong mix of experienced internationals and emerging talent from across the domestic circuit.

Several prominent Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) stars – Naveen Kumar, Arjun Deshwal, Pawan Sehrawat, Aslam Inamdar, Sunil Kumar, Ashu Malik, and Bharat Hooda – are part of the camp, reflecting the league’s strong talent pool.

The Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), in collaboration with Mashal Sports, will commence a high-performance Strength & Conditioning Camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Bellary, bringing together the country’s leading men’s and women’s kabaddi probable athletes for the Asian Games 2026. The camp, scheduled from March 27 to April 2, marks a significant step in strengthening India’s kabaddi ecosystem, with a focused approach towards athlete development, fitness optimisation, and long-term performance excellence. This initiative reinforces Mashal Sports and AKFI’s shared commitment to the holistic development and well-being of kabaddi athletes, while continuing to build a strong pipeline of talent for India ahead of major international competitions, including the Asian Games. Vibhor Vineet Jain, President, Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), said, “This initiative is an important step in our preparations as we continue to raise the standard of kabaddi in India. By collaborating with Mashal Sports, we are ensuring that our players benefit from modern training methodologies, scientific support systems, and a professional high-performance environment that is essential for success at the international level.” ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Anupam Goswami, PKL League Commissioner and Business Head of Mashal Sports, said, “Mashal and its PKL teams are passionately committed to enabling our country’s kabaddi player pool to continuously improve their athletic capacity and performance, both for PKL and for representing Team India. In the year of the Asian Games, we take pride in collaborating with the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India to organise a strength and conditioning camp for the senior men’s and senior women’s probables for kabaddi at the Asian Games, which will be held in Japan later this year. Since we are working with 45 probables in each group, the benefits of this camp will extend to many more athletes beyond the final Indian kabaddi squads for the Asian Games.” The camp will be hosted at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Bellary, a world-class high-performance training facility offering cutting-edge infrastructure and a multidisciplinary sports science ecosystem to prepare athletes for elite international competition, with specialised programmes tailored to contact-driven demands of kabaddi. IIS has also supported the Pre-season training of a few PKL teams in the past, further reinforcing its expertise in developing top-tier kabaddi athletes. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Several prominent Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) stars – Naveen Kumar, Arjun Deshwal, Pawan Sehrawat, Aslam Inamdar, Sunil Kumar, Ashu Malik, and Bharat Hooda – are part of the camp, reflecting the league’s strong talent pool. From the women’s contingent, leading athletes include members of the Indian squad that won the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup, such as skipper Ritu Negi, as well as Sonali Vishnu Shingate, Pushpa Rana, Champa Thakur, Pinki Roy, Priya and Karthika R, reflecting a strong mix of experienced internationals and emerging talent from across the domestic circuit.

Several prominent Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) stars – Naveen Kumar, Arjun Deshwal, Pawan Sehrawat, Aslam Inamdar, Sunil Kumar, Ashu Malik, and Bharat Hooda – are part of the camp, reflecting the league’s strong talent pool.

Asian Games 2026: AKFI and Mashal Sports roll out elite strength & conditioning camp

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a detailed telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on the ongoing West Asia conflict and its implications for global energy security. In a post on X, Jaishankar said that both leaders also discussed the global economic implications due to the conflict. "Had a detailed telecon this evening with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Our discussions focused on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economy. We particularly spoke about energy security concerns. Agreed to remain in touch," the post read.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Had a detailed telecon this evening with US <a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a>. Our discussions focused on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economy. We particularly spoke about energy security concerns. Agreed to remain in touch.&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/2036130508833431784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The discussions came after US President Donald Trump, earlier today, announced that he had instructed the US Department of War to delay any military action against Iranian power plants and energy sites for five days, citing ongoing diplomatic engagements with Tehran amid escalating tensions in West Asia. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the United States and Iran had held "very good and productive conversations" over the past two days aimed at resolving hostilities in the region. He added that the decision to pause strikes was based on the "tenor and tone" of the discussions, which he described as "in-depth, detailed, and constructive". Trump further stated that the conversations will continue through the week. "I am please to report that the United States of America, and the country of Iran, have had, over the last two days, very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East," the post read."Based on the tenor and tone of these in depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, witch will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy Infrastructure for a five-day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" it added. The announcement came as the war between Israel, the US, and Iran had entered its fourth week. However, Iran has categorically denied the claim of talks made by Trump. Speaker of Iran's Parliament, MB Ghalibaf, rejected Trump's claims regarding ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, asserting that no such talks have taken place. In a series of posts on X, Ghalibaf rejected the US President's claims, stating that the remarks were made to "manipulate the financial and oil markets", which have seen much disruption amid the conflict. He further stated that the remark was made to get the US and Israel out of the "quagmire", referring to the war against the Islamic Republic. "No negotiations have been held with the US, and fakenews is used to manipulate the financial and oil markets and escape the quagmire in which the US and Israel are trapped," the speaker stated in his post. "Iranian people demand complete and remorseful punishment of the aggressors. All Iranian officials stand firmly behind their supreme leader and people until this goal is achieved," he added.

India, US discuss Iran war impact as Trump pauses strikes. S Jaishankar and Marco Rubio spoke on energy risks and global economy. In a post on X, Jaishankar said that both leaders also discussed the global economic implications due to the conflict.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a detailed telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on the ongoing West Asia conflict and its implications for global energy security. In a post on X, Jaishankar said that both leaders also discussed the global economic implications due to the conflict. "Had a detailed telecon this evening with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Our discussions focused on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economy. We particularly spoke about energy security concerns. Agreed to remain in touch," the post read.

India, US discuss Iran war impact as Trump pauses strikes. S Jaishankar and Marco Rubio spoke on energy risks and global economy. In a post on X, Jaishankar said that both leaders also discussed the global economic implications due to the conflict.

Jaishankar, Rubio discuss energy risks amid Iran war

Rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Wednesday (March 18), bringing much-needed relief from a recent spell of rising temperatures and humid conditions. Light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds, was reported across different areas of New Delhi, resulting in a noticeable drop in temperatures. Residents experienced cloudy skies and intermittent showers, with some areas also witnessing brief spells of strong winds. Meanwhile, similar weather conditions were observed in parts of Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, where rainfall offered respite to locals from the ongoing heat. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours. On March 19, officials predict generally cloudy skies with initial spells of very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in the forenoon, followed by one or two additional spells of light rain in the afternoon and evening. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph, are also expected. "While a slight rise of 1-2°C in maximum temperatures is expected within the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Department forecasts a gradual and significant fall of 4-6°C over the subsequent three days. Overall, maximum temperatures are expected to hover between 'below normal' (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) and 'normal' levels throughout the coming week," the RMC stated. The weather advisory extends across the entire NCR, including satellite cities such as Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad. The forecast mirrors the capital's outlook: generally cloudy skies with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms likely through March 20. The meteorological department has placed these districts under a 'Yellow' alert, advising residents to remain cautious of lightning and gusty winds, particularly during the evening hours. "This change comes after a relatively warm period for the capital. In the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures across Delhi settled in the range of 32-34°C, which is roughly 1.6°C to 3.0°C above the seasonal normal at several locations. Safdarjung, the city's primary weather station, recorded a high of 33.6°C, while minimum temperatures remained steady between 16-18°C," the RMC further added. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the day, forecasting a slight drop in temperature. The air quality remained in the "poor" category. On X, the IMD stated, "Orange colour nowcast for north Rajasthan districts for light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (40-60 kmph) during the next three hours. A yellow colour alert has been issued for light rainfall over Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh, and West Madhya Pradesh during the next three hours."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kill-anyone-in-sight-israel-authorises-its-military-to-kill-any-high-ranking-iranian-officials-1773833858920">Kill anyone in sight: Israel authorises its military to kill any high-ranking Iranian officials</a> The department further noted that light rainfall or drizzle was "very likely" across Delhi and NCR on Wednesday, with gusty winds ranging from 30 to 40 kmph expected in the afternoon. Light rainfall is also predicted over parts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan in the next two hours. Areas likely to be affected include Sonipat, Kharkhoda, Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali, Mahendargarh, Sohana, Rewari, Palwal, Narnaul, Bawal, Nuh, Aurangabad, and Hodal in Haryana; Bagpat, Khekra, Modinagar, and Pilakhua in Uttar Pradesh; and Bhiwari, Tizara, Khairthal, Alwar, Viratnagar, Nagar, Laxmangarh, and Rajgarh in Rajasthan. The showers follow an unusually warm spell that pushed temperatures well above seasonal norms. Delhi recorded a maximum of 31.6°C on Monday, the hottest day of the year so far, about 7°C above the seasonal average.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours.

Rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Wednesday (March 18), bringing much-needed relief from a recent spell of rising temperatures and humid conditions. Light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds, was reported across different areas of New Delhi, resulting in a noticeable drop in temperatures. Residents experienced cloudy skies and intermittent showers, with some areas also witnessing brief spells of strong winds. Meanwhile, similar weather conditions were observed in parts of Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, where rainfall offered respite to locals from the ongoing heat. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours. On March 19, officials predict generally cloudy skies with initial spells of very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in the forenoon, followed by one or two additional spells of light rain in the afternoon and evening. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph, are also expected. "While a slight rise of 1-2°C in maximum temperatures is expected within the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Department forecasts a gradual and significant fall of 4-6°C over the subsequent three days. Overall, maximum temperatures are expected to hover between 'below normal' (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) and 'normal' levels throughout the coming week," the RMC stated. The weather advisory extends across the entire NCR, including satellite cities such as Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad. The forecast mirrors the capital's outlook: generally cloudy skies with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms likely through March 20. The meteorological department has placed these districts under a 'Yellow' alert, advising residents to remain cautious of lightning and gusty winds, particularly during the evening hours. "This change comes after a relatively warm period for the capital. In the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures across Delhi settled in the range of 32-34°C, which is roughly 1.6°C to 3.0°C above the seasonal normal at several locations. Safdarjung, the city's primary weather station, recorded a high of 33.6°C, while minimum temperatures remained steady between 16-18°C," the RMC further added. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the day, forecasting a slight drop in temperature. The air quality remained in the "poor" category. On X, the IMD stated, "Orange colour nowcast for north Rajasthan districts for light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (40-60 kmph) during the next three hours. A yellow colour alert has been issued for light rainfall over Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh, and West Madhya Pradesh during the next three hours." Also Read: Kill anyone in sight: Israel authorises its military to kill any high-ranking Iranian officials The department further noted that light rainfall or drizzle was "very likely" across Delhi and NCR on Wednesday, with gusty winds ranging from 30 to 40 kmph expected in the afternoon. Light rainfall is also predicted over parts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan in the next two hours. Areas likely to be affected include Sonipat, Kharkhoda, Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali, Mahendargarh, Sohana, Rewari, Palwal, Narnaul, Bawal, Nuh, Aurangabad, and Hodal in Haryana; Bagpat, Khekra, Modinagar, and Pilakhua in Uttar Pradesh; and Bhiwari, Tizara, Khairthal, Alwar, Viratnagar, Nagar, Laxmangarh, and Rajgarh in Rajasthan. The showers follow an unusually warm spell that pushed temperatures well above seasonal norms. Delhi recorded a maximum of 31.6°C on Monday, the hottest day of the year so far, about 7°C above the seasonal average. (Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours.

Showers bring respite in Delhi; IMD issues yellow alert in the national capital

In the JNU student protest case, the Patiala House Court on Friday granted bail to all the accused students. The court directed that each of the accused furnish a bail bond of Rs. 25,000. The court has also ordered verification of the bail bonds. The developments come after student protestors of JNU on Thursday, led by JNUSU, were detained by Delhi Police after they took out a protest against Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit. After the police locked the university doors and prevented protestors from crossing the barricades, they met with a scuffle, following which the police detained several protestors. Earlier today, the Delhi Police accused the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student protestors of physically assaulting the security personnel. The Delhi Police stated that the student protestors turned violent and "pelted banners and sticks, threw shoes, and even bit the personnel," following which those who violated the law were detained. "During the protest, barricades were damaged, and the demonstration turned violent. Protestors pelted banners and sticks, threw shoes, and even physically assaulted Delhi Police personnel, including biting. As a result, several police personnel were injured. The protestors were stopped and contained at the North Gate of the JNU campus and were gradually moved back inside. Those who became violent and did not obey lawful orders were detained. Further details will be shared in due course," Delhi Police said. The police further said that the JNUSU called the protest march from the campus to the Ministry of Education despite being denied permission by the University administration. The police said that around 500 students gathered in the protest and left the main gate of the university, though they were asked to restrict themselves to the campus. "A call for a Long March from JNU to the Ministry of Education was made by the JNU Student Union. The students were informed that such a protest outside the campus was not permitted by the JNU administration and were asked to restrict themselves to the campus. Despite talks and requests not to protest outside, around 400-500 students gathered and held a protest march. At approximately 3:20 PM, they left the main gate and marched outside," the police stated. On the other hand, the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) condemned the alleged police brutality on the student protestors marching towards the Ministry of Education, demanding the implementation of the Rohith Act and the Vice-Chancellor's resignation. JNUSU further alleged that the injured students have been denied medical assistance.

The Delhi Police stated that the student protestors turned violent and "pelted banners and sticks, threw shoes, and even bit the personnel," following which those who violated the law were detained.

In the JNU student protest case, the Patiala House Court on Friday granted bail to all the accused students. The court directed that each of the accused furnish a bail bond of Rs. 25,000. The court has also ordered verification of the bail bonds. The developments come after student protestors of JNU on Thursday, led by JNUSU, were detained by Delhi Police after they took out a protest against Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit. After the police locked the university doors and prevented protestors from crossing the barricades, they met with a scuffle, following which the police detained several protestors. Earlier today, the Delhi Police accused the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student protestors of physically assaulting the security personnel. The Delhi Police stated that the student protestors turned violent and "pelted banners and sticks, threw shoes, and even bit the personnel," following which those who violated the law were detained. "During the protest, barricades were damaged, and the demonstration turned violent. Protestors pelted banners and sticks, threw shoes, and even physically assaulted Delhi Police personnel, including biting. As a result, several police personnel were injured. The protestors were stopped and contained at the North Gate of the JNU campus and were gradually moved back inside. Those who became violent and did not obey lawful orders were detained. Further details will be shared in due course," Delhi Police said. The police further said that the JNUSU called the protest march from the campus to the Ministry of Education despite being denied permission by the University administration. The police said that around 500 students gathered in the protest and left the main gate of the university, though they were asked to restrict themselves to the campus. "A call for a Long March from JNU to the Ministry of Education was made by the JNU Student Union. The students were informed that such a protest outside the campus was not permitted by the JNU administration and were asked to restrict themselves to the campus. Despite talks and requests not to protest outside, around 400-500 students gathered and held a protest march. At approximately 3:20 PM, they left the main gate and marched outside," the police stated. On the other hand, the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) condemned the alleged police brutality on the student protestors marching towards the Ministry of Education, demanding the implementation of the Rohith Act and the Vice-Chancellor's resignation. JNUSU further alleged that the injured students have been denied medical assistance.

The Delhi Police stated that the student protestors turned violent and "pelted banners and sticks, threw shoes, and even bit the personnel," following which those who violated the law were detained.

Delhi court grants bail to accused students detained in JNU protest

Actor Jim Carrey recieved the honorary award at the 51st edition of France's Cesar Award ceremony on Thursday. At the ceremony, the actor delivered an emotional speech entirely in French, reported Variety. According to the outlet, Carrey, star of 'The Mask' and 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' was honored with the award that is traditionally given to an international star, such as last year's Julia Roberts.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/fact-check-the-kerala-story-2-tickets-still-available-despite-stay-on-the-release-1772168328651">Fact Check: The Kerala Story 2 tickets still available despite stay on release</a> He was introduced on stage by Michel Gondry, who directed him in 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' in 2004. In his award acceptance speech, Carrey said, "As an actor, each character you play is like clay in the sculptor's hands, which you shape to your heart's desire. How fortunate I have been to share this art with so many people who have truly opened their hearts to me," as quoted by Variety. The actor attended the event with his daughter Jane, grandson Jackson and girlfriend Mina. "Thank you to my wonderful family, my daughter Jane, and my grandson Jackson. I love you now and forever. Thank you to my sublime companion, Mina. I love you, Mina. And finally, thank you to the funniest man I have ever known: my father. Percy Joseph Carrey who taught me the value of love, generosity, and laughter," said Jim Carrey as quoted by Variety.

At the end of his speech, he asked the audience, "So, how was my French? Almost mediocre, right? Forgive me, I didn't speak French, but I'm just learning it. My tongue is tired."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/wiz-khalifa-s-appeal-against-9-month-jail-sentence-rejected-by-romanian-court-what-s-the-matter-1772164099298">Wiz Khalifa’s appeal against 9-month jail sentence rejected by Romanian court</a> Carrey, born in Canada, began his career as a stand-up comedian before he gained popularity on the TV show In Living Color. In 1994, he became a worldwide star with three back-to-back hits: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber, reported Deadline. He was later praised for his roles in 'The Truman Show', 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind', and 'Man on the Moon', winning two Golden Globe Awards. According to Deadline, in 2010, Carrey was made a Knight in France's National Order of Arts and Letters for his contribution to art and cinema. He has also been awarded the Charlie Chaplin Award at the BAFTA Britannia Awards for his work in comedies like 'Liar Liar', 'Bruce Almighty', and 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.

Carrey, born in Canada, began his career as a stand-up comedian before he gained popularity on the TV show In Living Color.

Actor Jim Carrey recieved the honorary award at the 51st edition of France's Cesar Award ceremony on Thursday. At the ceremony, the actor delivered an emotional speech entirely in French, reported Variety. According to the outlet, Carrey, star of 'The Mask' and 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' was honored with the award that is traditionally given to an international star, such as last year's Julia Roberts. Also read: Fact Check: The Kerala Story 2 tickets still available despite stay on release He was introduced on stage by Michel Gondry, who directed him in 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' in 2004. In his award acceptance speech, Carrey said, "As an actor, each character you play is like clay in the sculptor's hands, which you shape to your heart's desire. How fortunate I have been to share this art with so many people who have truly opened their hearts to me," as quoted by Variety. The actor attended the event with his daughter Jane, grandson Jackson and girlfriend Mina. "Thank you to my wonderful family, my daughter Jane, and my grandson Jackson. I love you now and forever. Thank you to my sublime companion, Mina. I love you, Mina. And finally, thank you to the funniest man I have ever known: my father. Percy Joseph Carrey who taught me the value of love, generosity, and laughter," said Jim Carrey as quoted by Variety.

Carrey, born in Canada, began his career as a stand-up comedian before he gained popularity on the TV show In Living Color.

Jim Carrey receives honorary award at Cesar Awards 2026, gives speech in French

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday held delegation-level talks here in the national capital. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, MoS MEA Pabitra Margherita, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal were among those present during the talks. Earlier, PM Modi and President Lula held discussions at Hyderabad House on Saturday. Earlier today a ceremonial welcome was held on Saturday at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan for Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who is on a state visit to India. President Lula was accorded the Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Brazilian President was received at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by PM Modi and President Droupadi Murmu. President Lula also met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. He also paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. On Friday, President Lula inaugurated the first office of the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex) in New Delhi. Sharing the details in a post on X he said that this would promote Brazilian products and services abroad and to attract foreign investments to strategic sectors of the Brazilian economy. Brazil's envoy to India, Kenneth da Nobrega, on Friday spoke to ANI about the growing rapport between President Lula and PM Modi, and said, "This is taking the bilateral relations historically to a new level. There is a very good chemistry. I think they are not only colleagues, but they have become more and more friends. That's a fact." The Brazilian envoy to India said, "President Lula has come to India with the largest ever delegation, with more than 11 cabinet ministers, more than 300 businessmen, among them 50 CEOs. This is taking the bilateral relations historically to a new level." Lula's visit to India follows a July 2025 visit to Brasilia by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the first by an Indian prime minister in more than 50 years. The Brazilian President has arrived in India with large delegation of top CEOs of Brazilian companies. The CEOs are expected to participate in a Business Forum.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held delegation level talks in New Delhi, marking a key moment in India Brazil ties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday held delegation-level talks here in the national capital. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, MoS MEA Pabitra Margherita, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal were among those present during the talks. Earlier, PM Modi and President Lula held discussions at Hyderabad House on Saturday. Earlier today a ceremonial welcome was held on Saturday at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan for Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who is on a state visit to India. President Lula was accorded the Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Brazilian President was received at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by PM Modi and President Droupadi Murmu. President Lula also met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. He also paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. On Friday, President Lula inaugurated the first office of the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex) in New Delhi. Sharing the details in a post on X he said that this would promote Brazilian products and services abroad and to attract foreign investments to strategic sectors of the Brazilian economy. Brazil's envoy to India, Kenneth da Nobrega, on Friday spoke to ANI about the growing rapport between President Lula and PM Modi, and said, "This is taking the bilateral relations historically to a new level. There is a very good chemistry. I think they are not only colleagues, but they have become more and more friends. That's a fact." The Brazilian envoy to India said, "President Lula has come to India with the largest ever delegation, with more than 11 cabinet ministers, more than 300 businessmen, among them 50 CEOs. This is taking the bilateral relations historically to a new level." Lula's visit to India follows a July 2025 visit to Brasilia by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the first by an Indian prime minister in more than 50 years. The Brazilian President has arrived in India with large delegation of top CEOs of Brazilian companies. The CEOs are expected to participate in a Business Forum.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held delegation level talks in New Delhi, marking a key moment in India Brazil ties.

Indian PM Modi and Brazil President Lula hold delegation talks in New Delhi

Filmmaker James Cameron has written a letter arguing that if Netflix is successful in its bid for Warner Bros.' studio and streaming businesses, it could cause huge job loss, change the theatrical landscape and hurt the film export business, according to Variety. The 'Avatar' filmmaker sent his letter last week to Senator Mike Lee, chair of the Senate subcommittee on antitrust, and the letter was then recently obtained by CNBC. "I believe strongly that the proposed sale of Warner Brothers Discovery to Netflix will be disastrous for the theatrical motion picture business that I have dedicated my life's work to," Cameron wrote in the letter. "Of course, my films all play in the downstream video markets as well, but my first love is the cinema," as quoted by Variety. The filmmaker, best known for directing the blockbuster 'Avatar' franchise, cautioned that a contraction in big-budget film production would have sweeping consequences. He predicted that if the number of large-scale films declines, "Theaters will close. Fewer films will be made. The job losses will spiral." Cameron argued that Netflix's streaming-first business model conflicts with the traditional theatrical system. "The business model of Netflix is directly at odds with the theatrical film production and exhibition business, which employs hundreds of thousands of Americans," he wrote. "It is therefore directly at odds with the business model of the Warner Brothers movie division, one of the few remaining major movie studios," according to Variety. Responding to the concerns, Senator Lee said in a statement, "We have received outreach from actors, directors, and other interested parties about the proposed Netflix and Warner Brothers merger, and I share many of their concerns. I look forward to holding a follow-up hearing to further address these issues." Cameron also contends that exports of Hollywood films would suffer in a Netflix-Warners merger. "The U.S. may no longer lead in auto or steel manufacturing, but it is still the world leader in movies. That will change for the worse," according to Variety.

The 'Avatar' filmmaker sent his letter last week to Senator Mike Lee, chair of the Senate subcommittee on antitrust, and the letter was then recently obtained by CNBC.

Filmmaker James Cameron has written a letter arguing that if Netflix is successful in its bid for Warner Bros.' studio and streaming businesses, it could cause huge job loss, change the theatrical landscape and hurt the film export business, according to Variety. The 'Avatar' filmmaker sent his letter last week to Senator Mike Lee, chair of the Senate subcommittee on antitrust, and the letter was then recently obtained by CNBC. "I believe strongly that the proposed sale of Warner Brothers Discovery to Netflix will be disastrous for the theatrical motion picture business that I have dedicated my life's work to," Cameron wrote in the letter. "Of course, my films all play in the downstream video markets as well, but my first love is the cinema," as quoted by Variety. The filmmaker, best known for directing the blockbuster 'Avatar' franchise, cautioned that a contraction in big-budget film production would have sweeping consequences. He predicted that if the number of large-scale films declines, "Theaters will close. Fewer films will be made. The job losses will spiral." Cameron argued that Netflix's streaming-first business model conflicts with the traditional theatrical system. "The business model of Netflix is directly at odds with the theatrical film production and exhibition business, which employs hundreds of thousands of Americans," he wrote. "It is therefore directly at odds with the business model of the Warner Brothers movie division, one of the few remaining major movie studios," according to Variety. Responding to the concerns, Senator Lee said in a statement, "We have received outreach from actors, directors, and other interested parties about the proposed Netflix and Warner Brothers merger, and I share many of their concerns. I look forward to holding a follow-up hearing to further address these issues." Cameron also contends that exports of Hollywood films would suffer in a Netflix-Warners merger. "The U.S. may no longer lead in auto or steel manufacturing, but it is still the world leader in movies. That will change for the worse," according to Variety.

The 'Avatar' filmmaker sent his letter last week to Senator Mike Lee, chair of the Senate subcommittee on antitrust, and the letter was then recently obtained by CNBC.

James Cameron says Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. would be 'disastrous' in letter to lawmaker

India has significantly increased its financial commitment to fighting climate change, with spending on climate action rising from 3.7 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) six years ago to nearly 5.6 per cent today. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared these figures while speaking at the 'Degrees of Instability: Climate Security in a Warming World' town hall in Munich, Germany, on Saturday. She emphasised that India is not merely waiting for international aid but is proactively investing its own resources to meet environmental goals. "India has increased its commitment to climate action. We were at something like 3.7 per cent of our GDP six years ago... but today, we are somewhere close to 5.6 per cent. So more than doubled in a matter of six years," the Finance Minister stated. She noted that while India continues to seek global technology and funds, it has moved forward with its own money to achieve its nationally determined commitments. She also highlighted the challenges faced by other regions, noting that many African countries may struggle to reach such high levels of spending due to their own economic limitations. Beyond spending, Sitharaman called for a balanced approach that focuses as much on resilience and adaptation as it does on emission control. She warned that failing to focus on adaptation could put human lives and livestock at risk. The Finance Minister argued that the global community must adopt a "polluter pays" principle, where the cost of climate action is shared fairly based on a country's historical contribution to emissions. "As much attention we give to emission control, we need to look at resilience and adaptation. Second, technologies will have to talk to each other. And third, differentiated treatment for paying for it. It cannot be that countries which have contributed less to emissions are made to pay equally," she said. Detailing India's domestic efforts, Sitharaman pointed out that the country is well ahead of its renewable energy targets, having achieved two-thirds of its commitments four years earlier than planned. She also mentioned that the Union Budget 2026-27 provides specific funding and incentives for carbon capture strategies. These technologies are being encouraged across the mainland and in remote areas to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint while supporting India's transition to a greener economy.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

 Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised that India is not merely waiting for international aid but is proactively investing its own resources to meet environmental goals.

India has significantly increased its financial commitment to fighting climate change, with spending on climate action rising from 3.7 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) six years ago to nearly 5.6 per cent today. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared these figures while speaking at the 'Degrees of Instability: Climate Security in a Warming World' town hall in Munich, Germany, on Saturday. She emphasised that India is not merely waiting for international aid but is proactively investing its own resources to meet environmental goals. "India has increased its commitment to climate action. We were at something like 3.7 per cent of our GDP six years ago... but today, we are somewhere close to 5.6 per cent. So more than doubled in a matter of six years," the Finance Minister stated. She noted that while India continues to seek global technology and funds, it has moved forward with its own money to achieve its nationally determined commitments. She also highlighted the challenges faced by other regions, noting that many African countries may struggle to reach such high levels of spending due to their own economic limitations. Beyond spending, Sitharaman called for a balanced approach that focuses as much on resilience and adaptation as it does on emission control. She warned that failing to focus on adaptation could put human lives and livestock at risk. The Finance Minister argued that the global community must adopt a "polluter pays" principle, where the cost of climate action is shared fairly based on a country's historical contribution to emissions. "As much attention we give to emission control, we need to look at resilience and adaptation. Second, technologies will have to talk to each other. And third, differentiated treatment for paying for it. It cannot be that countries which have contributed less to emissions are made to pay equally," she said. Detailing India's domestic efforts, Sitharaman pointed out that the country is well ahead of its renewable energy targets, having achieved two-thirds of its commitments four years earlier than planned. She also mentioned that the Union Budget 2026-27 provides specific funding and incentives for carbon capture strategies. These technologies are being encouraged across the mainland and in remote areas to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint while supporting India's transition to a greener economy. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

&nbsp;Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised that India is not merely waiting for international aid but is proactively investing its own resources to meet environmental goals.

India doubles climate action spending in 6 years, raises to nearly 6% of GDP: Finance Minister

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