October 2025 – Page 51

‘Limited PTI’s ability to contest’: Observers group releases report on 2024 Pak polls; flags Imran Khan’s convictions, denial of ‘bat’ symbol

The Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) has officially released its report on Pakistan’s 2024 general elections, noting “conditions that appeared to impact one party’s ability to fairly contest the election” — namely the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), led by incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan.The report, which included a “Letter of Transmittal” by COG chairperson and former […]

‘Commander-in-Chief needs to go’: Newsom posts McDonald’s photo; mocks Trump’s weight after Hegseth blasts ‘fat generals’ in military

California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) took a jab at former President Donald Trump’s weight on Tuesday, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he no longer wanted “fat generals” in the military. Responding on X to a clip of Hegseth’s remarks at Quantico, Va., Newsom wrote: “I guess the Commander-in-Chief needs to go!”The post featured an […]

Twinkle Khanna shares throwback ‘twinning’ moments with Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan ahead of Two Much Episode 2 : Bollywood News

Twinkle Khanna and Kajol’s new talk show, Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, is gearing up for its second episode, set to premiere tomorrow, October 2, 2025, on Prime Video. After a star-studded opening with Salman Khan and Aamir Khan, the next episode will welcome Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan to the couch. Twinkle Khanna […]

Mohsin Naqvi apologised to BCCI but insists on keeping Asia Cup trophy: Report

Pakistan Cricket Board President and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi has apologized to the BCCI after the chaotic events that took place on the eve of the Asia Cup Final, according to a report by India Today. Reportedly, Naqvi adopted a softer tone during the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting where he expressed regret to the […]

Peace slips through fingers: Hamas factions argue over Trump plan; demands disarmament clause altered

Looks like Hamas is not going to blink at US President Donald Trump‘s 20-point peace plan, as a few officials of the terror organisation want amendments to the clauses on disarmament. According to a news report from AFP, a Palestinian source close to Hamas leadership said that the group needs “two or three days at […]

Prince William and Kate Middleton face backlash over “no-go zone” near Windsor home

Prince William and Kate Middleton are preparing to move into Forest Lodge, a Georgian mansion within Windsor Great Park. The property is intended to serve as their long-term family base. But the decision has provoked anger among locals after a large exclusion zone was imposed around the estate.The restricted area spans about 150 acres and […]

Australia Women 108/3 in 17.2 Overs | Australia vs New Zealand Live Score, Women’s World Cup 2025

Australia vs New Zealand Live Score, Women’s World Cup 2025: Left-arm spinner Sophie Molineux has returned to Australia’s playing XI for the first time since undergoing knee surgery, as captain Alyssa Healy won the toss and chose to bat in their 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup opener against New Zealand at the Holkar Stadium on […]

Shah Rukh Khan set to host 70th Filmfare Award after 17 years : Bollywood News

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to return as the host of the Filmfare Awards for the first time since 2008. The 70th edition of the prestigious awards ceremony will take place on October 11, 2025, at the EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Khan will co-host the event alongside actor Maniesh Paul and filmmaker […]

Oktoberfest overcrowding sparks safety concerns

Oktoberfest visitors stroll across the illuminated Oktoberfest (Image credits: AP) Halfway through Oktoberfest, which runs this year from September 20 to October 5 in Munich, questions on crowd control are now arising following the closure of the festival grounds’ entrances for around 30 minutes on Saturday.A loudspeaker announcement in German urged visitors to leave the […]

How has Mark Rutte navigated his first year as Nato head?

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte (Image credits: AP) Taking over after Jens Stoltenberg’s decade-long stewardship of Nato on October 1, 2024, former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte knew that there would be no easing into his new position. Rutte had been a shoo-in for the job because European allies believed that if Donald Trump were […]