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Bigg Boss 19’s Weekend Ka Vaar turned intense as Salman Khan announced there would be no elimination this week, giving housemates a breather but doubling next week’s tension. In a shocking move, Kunickaa stepped down as captain after heated clashes, leaving the house power vacuum wide open.

India and Japan are stepping up collaboration in advanced tech sectors, with a special focus on semiconductors. JETRO’s Kazuya Nakajo said around 150 MoUs were signed this time, compared to 60 in 2019, covering areas like AI, quantum, and space, reflecting global supply chain shifts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the SCO Summit in Tianjin, called terrorism the gravest threat to peace and stability. Without naming Pakistan, he cited the Pahalgam attack and urged zero tolerance against cross-border terror. Modi rejected double standards in terror financing and discussed cooperation with Xi Jinping on security.

The first elimination of Bigg Boss 19 is around the corner, and the tension is high inside the house. With several contestants nominated, voting trends suggest Abhishek Bajaj and Natalia Janoszek are at the bottom, while Gaurav Khanna and Neelam Giri are leading. A major twist, however, hints at no eviction this week.

In this exclusive conversation with Former Diplomat Venu Rajamoli, Asianet News English discusses SCO Summit being held in Tianjin. Unpack the pivotal India-China reset as PM Modi and Xi Jinping engage in historic talks. Does this signal a new chapter after years of tension? Learn if this is the potential end of the Quad alliance and how shifting global dynamics are playing out. The discussion also covers India's strong stance against Pakistan's terrorism attempts at the SCO and the broader implications for regional security.

PM Narendra Modi, during his China visit for the SCO Summit, met Cai Qi, Secretary of the Secretariat of the Chinese Communist Party, in Tianjin. The meeting focused on strengthening political communication, fostering mutual understanding, and exploring ways to improve India-China ties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with a spectacular red-carpet reception in Tianjin, China, ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit. Members of the Indian diaspora cheered, cultural performances marked his arrival, and the warm reception signals renewed momentum in India-China ties.

Indian Railways completed the Bairabi–Sairang project, giving Mizoram direct rail connectivity. The 51.38 km stretch includes 48 tunnels and 148 bridges. Its tallest pier stands at 114m—42m higher than Qutub Minar, making it the second-highest pier bridge in Indian Railways. PM Modi laid the foundation in 2014; completed in 10 years.

Salman Khan lashed out at contestant Pranit More during Weekend Ka Vaar after his old stand-up clips mocking the superstar resurfaced. The actor-host warned him not to go 'beneath the belt' with humor. The dramatic confrontation left the house stunned as Salman also gave feedback to other contestants.

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in China on August 31 for a four-day visit. He will first attend the two-day SCO Summit in Tianjin before heading to Beijing for bilateral talks with Xi Jinping. Putin will also join a massive military parade marking WW2’s end.