News18 Evening Digest: Govt Denies Reuters Ban Request, Play Resumes In Ind-Eng Test & More
Evening Digest: The Indian government denied blocking Reuters' X account, a Chinese envoy disputed the Dalai Lama's succession authority, and other top stories of the day.
In today's evening digest, News18 brings you the latest update on Reuters' X account block as central government has denied any involvement in this development, Dalai Lama's succession, India Vs England test match, and other top stories.
Amid the ongoing debate around the succession of the Dalai Lama, the Chinese Ambassador to India said on Sunday that the 14th Dalai Lama does not hold the authority to decide whether the centuries-old reincarnation system will 'continue or be abolished". Read More
Same-Sex Relationship Turns Tragic: Boy,19, Kills Minor Partner By Spiking Cold Drink
A 19-year-old boy has been arrested in Mumbai after he allegedly spiked a cold drink of his 16-year-old partner. The minor, who died of poisoning, went to the accused's home, where he was offered a cold drink, after which he died, reported NDTV. Read More
Ranveer Singh has unleashed his wrath in the first look from his upcoming film, directed by Aditya Dhar. Along with the promo, Dhurandhar's release date was also announced. While Ranveer has experimented with diverse roles throughout his career, this film seems different from anything he has done so far. Read More
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'Humanitarian Crisis In Gaza Concerning, India Believes Peace Is The Way': PM Modi At BRICS
Last Updated: While addressing the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro, PM Modi said that said that from West Asia to Europe, the world today is surrounded by conflicts and tensions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis due to the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and reaffirmed that peace is the only viable option for the good of humanity. While addressing the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro, the Indian primer said that said that from West Asia to Europe, the world at present is surrounded by conflicts and tensions. Citing the degrading humanitarian situation in Gaza as a matter of serious concern, PM Modi said peace isn't just a virtue, it's infrastructure for global progress. He further said that India believes for the sake of humanity peace is the only path. 'India, being the land of Mahatma Gandhi and Gautam Buddha believes that no matter how difficult the circumstances are, the path of peace is the best option for the welfare of humanity. And, India will do everything possible in this direction," he said. At the Session on 'Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance' during the BRICS Summit, reiterated India's commitment to the values of peace and brotherhood. Afterall, world peace and security are the foundations of our shared interests and future.— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2025 He further called upon global peace and security saying that these are the foundation of the shared interests and the common future. 'Humanity can only truly progress in a peaceful and secure environment," he added. The Prime Minister also emphasised that the BRICS group has a very important role to play in achieving the goal of global peace. 'To face our shared challenges, we must unite and act collectively — we must move forward together. India supports every effort that can steer the world away from division and conflict, and toward dialogue, cooperation, coordination, and strengthened trust. In this direction, we are committed to working together with all our partner countries through collaboration and partnership," he added. The summit, hosted by Brazil from 6 to 7 July, focused on key global issues ranging from multilateralism and artificial intelligence to climate action, peace and security, and economic resilience. PM Modi exchanged views with other leaders on all these matters during the summit sessions. BRICS, originally formed by Brazil, Russia, India, and China, expanded in 2010 with the inclusion of South Africa. In a major development in 2024, the group extended membership to six additional countries: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Indonesia is also expected to formally join the bloc soon, following a unanimous decision made at the 2023 BRICS Summit. Notably, BRICS unites eleven major emerging economies, collectively accounting for approximately 49.5 per cent of the global population, about 40 per cent of the world's GDP, and nearly 26 per cent of global trade. First Published:
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From Russia Ukraine war, Middle East conflicts, to Pakistan, China earning huge profits by..., other countries...
New Delhi: In the last few years, China has emerged as the biggest profiteer of war. When neighbouring countries fight, China becomes their dealer. From the Russia-Ukraine war to the India-Pakistan conflict, and civil wars from Yemen to Africa, Chinese weapons are visible on every front. What does SIPRI report say? A recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has revealed that China has sent military equipment to more than 44 countries in the last few years. China has supplied various weapons ranging from fighter jets to 44 countries, of which the maximum weapons have been sold to Pakistan. The SIPRI report shows that 63 percent of China's military exports have gone to Pakistan, which includes fighter jets and missiles to air defense systems and drones. These systems were used in the conflict with India in May. However, the India-Pakistan conflict was not the only war in which Chinese weapons have been used. The report shows that China's strategy has become to engage countries in conflict and sell them weapons. That is why China is now supporting countries and elements that become the cause of regional instability, such as Pakistan, Russia or Iran and Iran-backed proxy organizations. How does China Pakistan military alliance work? The depth of the military alliance between China and Pakistan can be gauged from the fact that 63% of Chinese military exports go to Pakistan. These include fighter jets (JF-17 Thunder), missiles, drones, air defense systems and electronic warfare tools. Beijing got two benefits from this. On the one hand, its biggest defence customer (Pakistan) was satisfied, and on the other, a regional rival like India was indirectly challenged. Not only this, by not giving technological self-reliance to countries like Pakistan, China has deliberately trapped them in the trap of its military dependency. You must have heard that many Chinese weapons are made in Pakistan, but you will be surprised to know that all those weapons are made by Chinese engineers, people of Pakistan only work in such weapon factories out of compulsion and all the engineers and people engaged in technical work are Chinese. What is China's role in Russia-Ukraine war? China's role in Russia-Ukraine war is also quite dangerous. Although China has publicly denied sending weapons to the war, it is continuously supplying dual-use goods, such as machine tools, electronics, chemicals to Russia, which is helping Russia to maintain its military production. Apart from this, Chinese drones and other defense products are being used on the battlefield by the Russian army. The research report of the Takshila Institute shows that 90% of Russia's high priority military equipment is being purchased from China, which makes it clear that Beijing has used the Ukraine war as an opportunity. In a war where it cannot be a direct participant, China is taking advantage of it by playing its role indirectly. What is China's role in Middle East conflicts? When Hamas attacked Israel on 7 October 2023 and a terrible war started in the Middle East, China started supplying its weapons. Last year, US intelligence sources told i24 News that Yemen-based and Iran-backed Houthi rebels have bought Chinese weapons to attack ships. In return, they do not attack Chinese ships. The Houthis have not attacked China's ships in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz. In this way, China is also making geo-political bargains by providing weapons.
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Who is Nehal Modi? Nirav Modi's brother arrested in US, he is accused of...
Nehal Deepak Modi and Nirav Modi- File image Nehal Deepak Modi arrested: In a significant development, Nehal Deepak Modi, fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi's younger brother was arrested in the United States following an extradition request from the Indian Central agencies. As per a report by IANS new agency, Nehal Modi was arrested on July 4 in the US by local authorities acting on a Red Corner Notice issued by Interpol at the request of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED). For those unversed, Nehal Deepak Modi is is the younger brother of fugitive offender Nirav Modi. Who is Nehal Deepak Modi? Born in Belgium, Nehal Deepak Modi is is the younger brother of Nirav Modi. As per media reports, Nehal is accused of playing a crucial role in the Nirav Modi-Mehul Choksi PNB fraud. Moreover, reports also accuse him of concealment of illicit funds and moderated fake companies along with cross-border transactions. As per Indian authorities, Nehal Modi is accused of playing a crucial role in helping his elder brother, Nirav destroying key evidence, intimidate witnesses and obstruct the investigation in the aftermath of the scandal. What is Nehal Modi accused of? Nehal is accused of laundering black money earned from this PNB scam that became a national headline in 2018, with the help of his brother. According to investigators, he funnelled illicit funds through shell firms and transactions done abroad. It is pertinent to note here that the PNB scam is estimated to have caused losses of over Rs 13,500 crore to the Indian banking system. Of this, Nirav Modi is accused of siphoning off Rs 6,498.20 crore, while his uncle Mehul Choksi is alleged to have diverted Rs 7,080.86 crore. How Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi fled India? Both Nirav Modi and his uncle Choksi fled India in January 2018, weeks before PNB reported the irregularities to the law enforcement. Both of them face several cases, with Nirav Modi, arrested in UK in 2019 and remaining in custody in a London prison while Choksi, who is now in Antigua, faces separate proceedings including a challenge to his citizenship. (With inputs from agencies)
