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From BSF jawans bursting crackers in Jaisalmer to lakhs of diyas lighting up Ayodhya’s Deepotsav ghats, India celebrated Diwali with fervour; girls lit lamps in Prayagraj, and markets glowed in Delhi’s South Extension.

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PM Narendra Modi has celebrated Diwali with the armed forces for 13 consecutive years since taking office in 2014. The tradition, which dates back to his personal association with security personnel over three decades ago, continued in 2026 with celebrations in Chhattisgarh's Bastar.

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The report reveals that in Mexico, full-time workers devote only a miniscule part of their day on average to personal care and leisure, and 27% work very long hours in paid work, the highest level in OECD, where the average is 10%.

In Colombia, 24% of people work for very long hours in paid work. 

Costa Rica is also an underperformer when it comes to the average income, education, social connections, civic engagement, safety and life satisfaction. 

In Türkiye, full-time workers devote 61% of their day on average, or 14.6 hours, to personal care and leisure – less than the OECD average of 15 hours.

In Japan, full-time workers devote 59% of their day on average, or 14.1 hours, to personal care and leisure. 

Here, slightly more than 15% of employees work very long hours in paid work, more than the OECD average of 10%.

When asked to rate their general satisfaction with life on a scale from 0 to 10, Koreans gave it a 5.8 grade on average, lower than the OECD average of 6.7. 


Besides the aforementioned, other nations having a terrible work-life balance include United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Spain and Italy. 

As per the OECD, the following countries fare worst on work-life balance. Check, if your country is on the list.

Nations With Worst Work-Life Balance 

Over the years, according to New York Magazine, around 20 women have come forward with allegations of sexual assault against Trump.

Allegedly, in 1989, angry over a painful scalp-reduction surgery, Trump raped his then-wife Ivana Trump. The allegation was made in a book by Harry Hurt. During their divorce case, Ivana said she "felt violated" and that her husband had raped her.


In 2005, a video of Trump boasting about assaulting women went viral, in which he infamously said "Grab them by the p***y. "You can do anything," he said, adding, "I just start kissing them. It's like a magnet. Just kiss. I don't even wait. And when you're a star, they let you do it. You can do anything."

Trump, who over the years has been part of the pageant business, has been accused of keeping black women out of pageants. Furthermore, he and his father, in 1973, were accused of housing discrimination at 39 sires in and around New York.

In 1980, the businessman allegedly hired 200 undocumented Polish workers at substandard wages of $5 per hour to tear down the architecturally beloved Bonwit Teller store. His beloved Trump Tower was built in its place.




Trump kept classified information about another country's nuclear secrets at his Mar-a-Lago country club in an unsecured storeroom. These were recovered by the FBI in a raid.

In January 2021, Trump provoked his supporters to rally against Joe Biden after losing in the Presidential elections. Result: The infamous Capitol riots.

Over the years, the businessman's companies have declared bankruptcy four times, reports The Atlantic.

Here's a look at former US president Donald Trump's biggest scandals so far.

8 Biggest Donald Trump Scandals

7 key personalities from the French Revolution

He was member of the clergy who wrote an influential pamphlet called 'What Is the Third Estate?', just before the Revolution.

He was a liberal aristocrat and military hero. He wrote the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.

He was the Revolution's most influential journalist.

She was a playwright and Girondin. He campaigned for abolition of slavery and women's rights.

He was leader of the Cordeliers Club, a political club of the French Revolution.

He was leader of the radical Jacobins in the National Assembly. He was a lawyer and noted orator.

He was leader of the Girondins, the conservative faction of the National Convention.


International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste Reduction: 10 Ways to Reduce Food Wastage 

Every year on September 29, the world observes the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction (IDAFLW), which the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) describes as a call to action for people to reduce food loss and waste. Here are 10 quick tips by the FAO for becoming a food hero.  

Plan your meals, make that shopping list and more importantly, stick to it to avoid impulse buying. You will not only waste less food but also save money! 


Don’t judge food by its appearance! Fruits and vegetables are often thrown away because they don’t meet arbitrary cosmetic standards but they taste the same.

Sometimes food is still safe to eat after the “best before” date, whereas it’s the “use-by” date that tells you when it is no longer safe to eat.

Take smaller portions at home or share large dishes at restaurants. 

Don’t throw away those food scraps instead compost them, not only will you be giving nutrients back to the soil but also reducing your carbon footprint.


Buy local products to not only support local farmers, and small businesses but also help fight pollution by reducing delivery distances.


Items like batteries, paints, mobile phones, medicine, chemicals, fertilisers, tires, ink cartridges, etc. can seep into our soils and water supply, damaging the natural resources that produce our food. 



We can’t produce food without water. While it is important for farmers to use less water, reducing food waste also saves all the water that goes into producing it.


Even if you don’t eat everything right away, freeze it for later or use the leftovers as an ingredient in another meal.


Donate food that would otherwise be wasted.


Every year on September 29, the world observes the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction (IDAFLW).

The Burj Khalifa, reigning as the world’s tallest building, stands at an impressive 828 metres (2,717 ft). Housing 900 apartments across 163 floors, its iconic design incorporates elements of Islamic architecture.  

 A captivating structure in Lujiazui, Pudong, the Shanghai Tower soars to a height of 632 metres. This beautiful skyscraper is a top tourist attraction, featuring the world’s highest observation deck elevated at 562 metres.  

 Situated in Mecca, the Makkah Royal Clock Tower is a government-owned skyscraper comprising seven luxurious hotels. Crafted to modernize the city for pilgrims, Abraj Al Bait holds the distinction of being Dubai’s second tallest building after the Burj Khalifa.  

4. Pang  An International Financial Centre  

The fourth tallest building globally, Pang An International Financial Centre is a 115-storey, 599-metre skyscraper in Shenzhen, serving as China’s financial hub.  


 South Korea’s tallest building, the Lotte World Tower, stands proudly at 556 metres with 123 stories. Offering a breathtaking view of Seoul city, it introduces a new adventure for South Koreans.  

This building measuring 1776 feet in New York, USA, was built as a reminder of the terror attacks of 11 September 2001 on the World Trade Centre buildings that stood on the same spot prior to 9/11. The construction was finally completed in 2014 and it was named after the North Tower of the original World Trade Centre.



 This Finance Centre is a 530-metre tall building in Guangzhou, Guangdong. Constructed in October 2016, it holds the distinction of being the third tallest building in China.  

Top 7 Tallest Buildings Around the Globe you must know.

Top 7 Tallest Buildings Around the Globe

The US Navy operates one of the most powerful and technologically advanced submarine fleets in the world, including Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), Virginia-class attack submarines (SSNs), and Los Angeles-class attack submarines (SSNs).

Russia's Navy has both nuclear-powered and conventional submarines. Borie-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), Yasen-class attack submarines (SSNs), and more. 

North Korea is known to possess a relatively large number of submarines, primarily of older designs including, midnight submarines and coastal submarines 

South Korea has invested in a modern submarine fleet. Types of submarines: Chang Bogo-class attack submarine (SSKs)

 The Indian Navy operates several submarines,  both nuclear-powered and conventional. Types of submarine: Arihant-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), Scorpene- class attack submarines (SSKs) among others

Japan maintains a fleet of submarines.
 Types of submarines: Sōryū-class and Oyashio-class submarines. 

China has been rapidly expanding its submarine fleet. Types of submarines: Jin-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), Type 093 and Type 095 attack submarines (SSNs). 

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Learn how to use everyday objects for survival, like starting a fire and sterilising water by leaving it in the sun. 

Escape urban areas and head to the countryside near a freshwater source. Learning to grow your own food is essential. 

Prepare a bug-out bag, a kit that’ll keep you alive for 72 hours, with essentials such as fresh water, canned food, a knife and twine. 

While phone networks may fail, GPS on your mobile can work for months. Use it for navigation and as a compass. 

Scavenge and forage for necessary items. Car batteries, alternators, and solar panels can be repurposed for energy needs. 

Surround yourself with people who possess valuable skills like farming, carpentry, mechanics, or other practical abilities to help rebuild society. 

In case of a fictional scenario like a zombie apocalypse, a well-fortified location like a prison with water and food arrangements can provide safety.

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You Won't Believe What Jobs These 10 Leaders Did in Past

Indian Prime Minister Modi before becoming the face of the country used to sell tea.

Canadian PM Trudeau became a teacher at secondary schools after his graduation. He also starred in the two-part CBC Television miniseries The Great War where he portrayed his cousin who was killed during the Battle of Passchendaele.

The Ukrainian Prime Minister was formerly a comedian and an actor.

Russian President Putin worked as a KGB foreign intelligence officer for 16 years, moving up the ranks to become lieutenant colonel before resigning in 1991. He then began his political career and moved to Moscow in 1996 and joined the administration of President Boris Yeltsin.

Dmitry Anatolyevich Medvedev used to teach civil and Roman law in his early career. His students used to refer to him as a strict teacher.

After completing his studies in New York, the former US president first joined a global consulting firm as a community organiser in Chicago. Later, he served as Illinois state senator from 1997 to 2004 and a US senator representing Illinois from 2005 to 2008.

The French politician who also served as the country's president from 2007 to 2012, completed his education in business and family law. He was one of former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi's French lawyers.

An Italian business tycoon and former prime minister, Silvio studied law. He also served the compulsory one year in the army. Before entering politics, his business career began in the 1970s after he built several residential infrastructures.

Australia's 28th prime minister, Tony, after briefly training to be a Jesuit priest, worked as a journalist, press secretary to Liberal leader John Hewson and the Executive Director of Australians for a Constitutional Monarchy before being elected to the federal seat of Warringah in 1994.

The Venezuelan President found early employment as a bus driver for many years for the Caracas Metro company. His political career began in the 1980s when he became an unofficial trade unionist representing the bus drivers of the Caracas Metro system.

Here's what world leaders used to do in their early profession.

Meet the 7 candidates participating in 2nd Republican debate

Michael Richard Pence served as the 48th vice president of the United States under Donald Trump. The Republican politician also served as the 50th governor of Indiana from 2013 to 2017.


The governor of North Dakota, Doug Burgum, will also participate in the 2024 Republican Presidential debate. The former software entrepreneur is the second-wealthiest candidate in the 2024 presidential primaries after Donald Trump.

Chris Christie is the former governor of New Jersey. He called out Trump for not showing up at debates and asked him to come out and defend his record.

The political newcomer scored several memorable moments at the first debate. He criticised his rivals and called them "super PAC puppets" using "ready-made, prepared slogans."

Nikki Haley will be the only Republican woman on stage. She is a former United Nations ambassador and South Carolina governor.

Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina will look forward to the second round of the debate, as he did not have a breakout in the first one.


Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, had long been seen as Trump's top rival. He finished second as the incumbent GOP front-runner in the early-voting stage and national polls.




Seven candidates have qualified for the second 2024 Republican presidential debate. Here's the list:

10 Most Important Post-World War II International Agreements

The founding document of the global organisation is aimed at maintaining international peace and security, promoting cooperation among nations, and addressing global issues such as human rights and development.

2. Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations (1961)

It establishes regulations for the conduct and treatment of diplomats, fostering the cultivation of amicable relationships between nations.

It is one of the four Geneva Conventions adopted in 1949. It specifically addresses the protection of civilians during times of armed conflict and occupation.

It was a series of agreements signed between defeated Axis powers and Allied powers to end World War II. They played a significant role in reshaping the post-war world order.

5. Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948)

It is a landmark international document under the auspices of UN, which protects fundamental human rights and freedoms for all individuals.

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7. Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness (1961 Convention)


It is aimed at preventing statelessness and ensuring that individuals have a recognised nationality and access to the rights associated with it.

8. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

It safeguards and promotes a wide range of civil and political rights for individuals, including the right to life, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to a fair trial, and more.



9. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESC)

It focuses on the protection of economic, social, and cultural rights, including the right to education, health, work, and an adequate standard of living, and more.

10. International Covenant on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination (ICERD)

It is aimed to combat and eradicate racial discrimination and promote equality among all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or national origin.

At UNGA, El Salvador's Bukele Defends Gang Crackdown

El Salvador's Gang Crackdown Faces International Criticism

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele defended his government's crackdown on gangs which has faced international criticism over human rights violations.

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Bukele said that if his government listened to external critics, El Salvador would again be the world's murder capital. “The decisions we took were correct. We are no longer the world death capital and we achieved it in record time," Bukele said.

More than 72,000 people were arrested under a state of emergency Bukele requested in March last year following a surge in gang violence.

Critics have said there is no due process and thousands of innocent people have been swept up in the Bukele government's crackdown. Over 7,000 have been released for lack of evidence of gang ties.

IAEA, Japan sign agreement on Fukushima water discharge

UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) signed an agreement setting out the full scope of the agency’s comprehensive and continuous safety review of the discharge of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant.

The Signatories of the Fukushima Discharge Agreement

The agreement was signed by IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi and Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

The agreement has identified five key areas of the safety review, including protecting people and the environment, conducting onsite analysis, and sharing key details with the public.

These areas would enable the IAEA to check that international safety standards are constantly applied during the water discharge.

Japan started releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukushima plant in August, sparking international concerns, especially from China which banned all seafood imports from Japan.


7 key personalities in the American Revolution



George Washington is called Father of the Country. He was Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army.

Samuel Adams is called one of the Founding Fathers of the US. He was co-ordinator of the resistance against the British colonists.

Jefferson is one of the most prominent founding fathers responsible for writing the Declaration of Independence.

In addition to being a revolutionary, he was a scientist. He was also a spokesman for the colonies.

During the Revolution, Alexander Hamilton was chief of staff to George Washington.

He is called Father of the Constitution for his role in drafting the document.

7 key personalities in the American Revolution

10 Most Popular Luxury Brands In The World

Source: Ubuy, an international shopping platform for luxury goods

Currently, the 10th most popular luxury brand in the world, Coach's leather handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear clothing have drawn shoppers who spent $6.2 billion last year.

The iconic Milan-based fashion house has been ranked ninth. Every month 5.6 million people visit the site of Prada, which boasts of staggering online following of 32 million.

The label which has been credited with inventing the “preppy” style received 10 million monthly visitors on its website and made sales of more than $4.9 billion in 2022.

In terms of classic American elegance, this renowned designer is known as an arbiter of good taste. The chic designs of the brand have been appreciated by celebs like Priyanka Chopra and Nicole Kidman, and in 2022 it earned $3.7 billion.

Italian fashion powerhouse Versace is known for its bold prints and colours, and its iconic Medusa head motifs. Every month, this luxury brand gets more than two million searches globally.

Rolex, the watchmaker which has established a standard for Swiss craftsmanship, has grabbed the fifth spot. It is known for its impeccable quality and stunning timepieces.

The innovator behind “the little black dress”, Chanel has made it among the most-rated brands. The quilted handbags of this Paris fashion brand have become a wardrobe staple among the high class.

The third most popular brand in the world, the brand Gucci is a name that holds power within itself. It has been captivating its consumers which is clearly demonstrated in the consistently high search volume of the company.

The luxury brand Dior emerged as the second most popular in the world. It recorded the highest revenue ever made by any luxury fashion brand, raking almost $74.6 billion last year.

Through time and history, Louis Vuitton has emerged synonymous with affluence. It is renowned for its ready-to-wear collections and high-end leather goods. For all the brand-obsessed shoppers, this is their final destination.

Top 10 World Leaders as per Approval Ratings


76% of people approve PM Modi’s leadership

3. Andrés Manuel López Obrador (Mexico)

Obrador is on the third spot with 61% approval rating 

Lula stands fourth with 49% approval ratings

About 48% people approve Albanese’s leadership 

Meloni is liked by 42% of population as per approval rating 

Biden is entering the election year with 40% approval rating

Sanchez is on the eighth position with 39% rating 

Varadkar is on the ninth rank with 38% approval rating 

Trudeau is struggling and is on 10th spot with 37% approval rating 

Top 10 World Leaders as per Approval Ratings

9 Weirdest Pets That Have Lived in The White House

Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States. He and his family nursed a little badger named Josiah with a bottle and allowed him to run wild in the White House. Roosevelt also owned a hyena and a black bear. 

President Calvin Coolidge, who assumed office in 1923, housed a bobcat, a donkey named Ebenezer, two raccoons, lion cubs, a wallaby, and a hippo named Billy. 

President Calvin Cooligde’s wife, Grace, had a raccoon named Rebecca. 

John Quincy, the sixth President of the United States, owned an alligator, which he reportedly kept in a bathroom in the East Room and occasionally used to scare guests. Herbert Hoover later continued the trend.

Former US President William Taft had a cow named Pauline, who used to produce milk for him and grazed the White House’s green pastures.

Benjamin Harrison had a goat named Old Whiskers for his grandchildren to play with. The wily goat was a troublemaker. Once, he escaped the White House, forcing the President to run after him.

Benjamin Harrison also had two opossums. He named them Mr. Reciprocity and Mr. Protection.

Woodrow Wilson bought a flock of sheep during the World War I. Among them was a ram or bighorn sheep named Old Ike. He was a grizzly old fellow who chewed tobacco.

Rutherford Hayes, the 19th US President, was the first American to bring the feline breed to the States, which were considered evil in the 1800s. 

From an alligator to a badger, here’s a list of the weirdest animals that lived in the White House as pets.

World’s 10 Deadliest Earthquakes in the Past 100 Years

According to the US Geological Survey, a quake measuring 7.5 hit China’s industrial city of Tangshan in 1976, killing over 242,000 people. 

On 26 December, 2004, a massive 9.1-magnitude earthquake struck the coast of Sumatra, an island in Indonesia. It killed more than 230,000 people. 

On 12 January, 2010, an earthquake with a 7.0 magnitude devastated Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti. It killed over 200,000 people, and left 1.5 million homeless.

A 7.9-magnitude earthquake hit the Kanto plain in Japan on 1 September, 1923. The death toll was over 105,000.

On 5 October, 1948, a 7.3-magnitude earthquake killed at least 110,000 people in and around Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. 

A 7.9-magnitude earthquake hit China’s southwestern Sichuan province on 12 May, 2008. It killed over 87,000 people, including thousands of school students.

On 8 October, 2005, a deadly 7.6-magnitude earthquake killed more than 73,000 people in Pakistan’s North-West Frontier Province and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Around 70,000 people died in Gansu province in northwest China after a 7.9-magnitude earthquake hit the region on 25 December, 1932.

Peru’s north coast was struck by a 7.9-magnitude earthquake on 31 May, 1970, leaving 67,000 dead.

On 6 February, 2023, a 7.8-magnitude quake struck southern Turkey and neighbouring Syria, followed by many aftershocks. It killed more than 50,000 people, according to a revised toll by AFP.

Below is the list of the deadliest earthquakes which have occurred in the last hundred years. (Source: AFP)

Kim Jong Un's delegation to meet Vladimir Putin: Who's Who?

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un's visit to Russia has garnered a lot of attention. The leader accompanied by a delegation, which includes top military commanders, arms industry officials, and diplomats, has reached Russia for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin.


Here's who accompanied Kim Jong Un to Russia.

While the exact composition of his delegation is yet to be named by North Korea, analysts have identified key figures accompanying Kim on his trip. The North Korean leader's delegation as per experts suggests that the visit will focus on defence and security cooperation.

Amid the posse are high ranking defence leaders, including the Vice Chairman of the ruling Workers' Party's Central Military Commission and marshal of the army — North Korea's top military rank.

Ri Pyong Chol oversees North Korea's defence industry, including its nuclear and missile programs.

Marshal Pak Jong Chon, who is the new head of the party's military political leadership, is reportedly accompanying Kim on this trip to Russia.

Kim Jong Un's sister and a powerful senior party official. She has played a significant role in supporting her brother's past summits.

Reuters reports that she was seen standing beside the train in North Korea, however, it is unclear if she boarded.

Choe Son Hui is a seasoned diplomat and long-time nuclear negotiator who played a crucial role in Kim's summits with former US President Donald Trump.


While the North Korean Defence Minister was not spotted in any of the released pictures, it is speculated that he is likely to have gone on the Russia visit with Kim.

A party secretary and chairman of a national space science and technology committee. He is reportedly also involved in a spy satellite programme.

The Director of the Munitions Industry Department, Jo Chun Ryong also assisted Kim during recent visits to a munitions factory and missile plant.

As per North Korea leadership expert Michael Madden, the visit can include a possible agreements for munitions purchases led by Jo.

Officials handling economic affairs are also there. Their presence as per Reuters suggest the possibility of discussions related to economic cooperation and food aid.

International Delegates Embrace Indian Fashion at G20 Dinner 

IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva arrived at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi for the G-20 Dinner in a purple ethnic suit that she paired with a golden dupatta. 

 Japanese PM Fumio Kishida’s wife Yuko Kishida wore a beautiful green saree.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s wife Tshepo Motsepe donned an Indo-western outfit. She tied her hair in a bun and accessorised it with a gajra. 

Prime Minister of Mauritius Pravind Kumar wore a black bandhgala suit for the dinner. His wife Kobita Jugnauth picked up a saree for the eve. 

From Japanese PM Fumio Kishida’s wife to IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva, International delegates embrace Indian fashion

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