Shah Rukh Khan's love for 'idli vada' jokes backfires this time around
Shah Rukh Khan made a joke when calling Ram Charan to dance with him at the recent Ambani bash. It has landed him in trouble with his South Indian fans. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesIn South Korea, world's lowest fertility rate plunges again in 2023
The average number of expected babies for a South Korean woman during her reproductive life fell to a record low of 0.72 from 0.78 in 2022 | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesSaudi Arabia agrees $3.2 bln deal to buy South Korean surface-to-air missile defence system
South Korea is looking to boost sales to become one of the world's largest suppliers of weapons, despite stiff competition from other global arms exporters. Its arms sales jumped to $17 billion in 2022 from $7.25 billion the year before, data from the defence ministry showed. Key Points
FirstpostCongress MP’s ‘separate nation for South India’ remark sees heated discussion in RS, BJP demands action
Karnataka MP DK Suresh said Thursday that taxes from South were going to north India & Hindi was being 'imposed' on all fronts. BJP calls it 'attack on country’s unity', demands apology. Key Points
ThePrintWorld court ruling today on Israel-Hamas conflict
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) said it will rule on Friday whether to announce emergency measures against Israel in a case filed by South Africa and... Key Points
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North Korea says it tested underwater nuclear attack drone in response to rivals’ naval drills
South Korea’s military insists the North has exaggerated capabilities of the drone. North Korea said on Friday it had tested a purported underwater nuclear... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHope India will support South Africa's case against Israel at ICJ, says Palestinian ambassador
Adnan Abu Al Haija expressed hope that India plays 'a bigger role in peace process'. Meanwhile, analysts say the case is exposing cracks in international law. Key Points
ThePrintSouth Africa accused of anti-Semitism after sacking U-19 cricket captain who made pro-Israel remarks
Israel envoy to India Naor Gilon, UK politician Zac Goldsmith etc criticise David Teeger's dismissal as captain. South Africa has taken Israel to ICJ for 'genocide' in Gaza. Key Points
ThePrintAt world court, SA accuses Israel of Gaza genocide
South Africa accused Israel on Thursday of subjecting Palestinians to “one of the most brutal aerial bombings in the history of human warfare” and... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaMandela-Arafat friendship, lessons from apartheid — why South Africa’s taking Israel to ICJ over Gaza
South Africa has been among the most strident critics of Israel's military operation. It has gone as far as to say that Gaza has turned into a 'concentration camp'. Key Points
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North Korea fires 200 artillery shells near border, South Korea evacuates islands
South Korea on Friday issued an evacuation order for Yeonpyeong, an island near its border with North Korea. Earlier, a newspaper had reported that the South's military planned to recommence live-fire drills in that area. Key Points
India Today2nd time in 50 years, uncapped player to lead in Test, SA name third-string team
Brand has a solid first-class record with 2906 runs at an average of 39.27. He is also a capable left-arm orthodox spin bowler with 72 wickets. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan Times'Like in case of Tendulkar, it was silly...': SA great's Kohli dismissal plan
Kohli has been among the best visiting batters in South Africa when it comes to Test cricket. In seven games, he has scored 719 runs at 51.35 with two centuries | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan TimesVarun Beverages to acquire PepsiCo's South Africa bottler Bevco
Varun Beverages Ltd (VBL), a major PepsiCo franchise bottler globally, announced the acquisition of South Africa's Beverage Company (Bevco) and its subsidiaries at a Rs 1,320 crore enterprise value. The move aims to expand VBL's presence in the African market, where Bevco holds PepsiCo franchise rights. VBL anticipates completing the cash transaction before July 31, 2024 Key Points
Economic Times'...that's nonsense': Pollock, Gavaskar lambast SA's horror batting show vs IND
South Africa were folded for just 116 runs in 27.3 overs in its eight-wicket loss to India in the opening ODI game of the series. | Cricket Key Points
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India crush South Africa by eight wickets in opening ODI
India's pace bowlers, Arshdeep Singh and Avesh Khan, dominated as they led their team to an eight-wicket victory over South Africa in the opening One-Day International at the Wanderers. Avesh Khan took 4 wickets for 27 runs, and Arshdeep Singh claimed 5 wickets for 37 runs as South Africa were bowled out for 116 in 27.3 overs. Key Points
Economic TimesIND vs SA 3rd T20I, Johannesburg weather report: Will rain frustrate again?
India take on South Africa in the third T20I in Johannesburg, on Thursday. The visitors trail 0-1 in the three-match series. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan TimesSuryakumar Yadav & KL Rahul to lead India in T20I & ODI series respectively against South Africa
Suryakumar Yadav will continue as the captain for the upcoming three-match T20I series against South Africa, while KL Rahul will captain the three-match ODI series. Jasprit Bumrah has been named Rohit Sharma's deputy for the two-Test series starting on December 26, where Rahul will handle wicketkeeping duties. Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have requested a break from the white-ball leg of the tour. Key Points
Economic TimesArcelorMittal S.Africa to close long steel ops, cut 3,500 jobs
ArcelorMittal South Africa plans to close its long steel operations due to weak demand, infrastructure problems, and a 20% decline in steel consumption over the past seven years. The long steel unit produces materials for construction, mining, and manufacturing. Persistent rail logistics issues and an electricity crisis in South Africa have added costs, leading the company to consider winding down the Longs Business, potentially affecting 3,500 jobs. Key Points
Economic TimesIsrael-Hamas conflict: BRICS leaders, UN to hold video summit Tuesday on Gaza
BRICS leaders, along with the heads of state of six invited countries, will participate in a video summit on Tuesday to discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will chair the meeting, which will also include UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Key Points
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South Africa refers Israel to ICC over Gaza attacks as pressure mounts to cut diplomatic ties
'We have put through a referral because we believe that war crimes are being committed there'. South Africa has filed a referral to the International Criminal Court for an investigation into alleged war crimes committed by Israel in Gaza, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSouth Korea court grants ex-Samsung exec bail in industrial espionage case
A South Korean court has granted bail to a former executive of Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) accused of stealing sensitive information developed by the technology giant, court records showed on Tuesday. Key Points
ReutersICC World Cup: South Africa scrape past spirited Afghanistan
In their last World Cup league game, South Africa secured a five-wicket victory over Afghanistan. Afghanistan set a target of 245, with Azmatullah Omarzai scoring an impressive 97. Despite a spirited resistance, Afghanistan's innings concluded at 244, with Gerald Coetzee taking four wickets. Key Points
Economic TimesICC World Cup 2023: Who’ll win South Africa vs Afghanistan match? Prediction, fantasy team, pitch report and more
South Africa will take on Afghanistan on November 10 in Ahmedabad. While the match may not have any drastic implications, it still holds key to leave a final impression. Key Points
mintExplained: Why South Korea reimposed ban on short selling till June 2024
The South Korean Financial Services Commission recently announced the reinstatement of a short-selling ban. This ban applies to equities listed on the Kospi 200 Index and Kosdaq 150 Index and will be in effect until the conclusion of June 2024. Key Points
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India beats South Africa, remains unbeaten in Cricket World Cup. Fans react
India gave a target of 327 runs to South Africa. The bowling heroics of Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav restricted them to just 83 runs. | Trending Key Points
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