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At Republic Day 2026, India placed Operation Sindoor at the centre of its military story—signalling joint strength, indigenous capability, and a hardened stance on terrorism.

Operation Sindoor Takes Centre Stage at Republic Day Parade, Showcasing India’s Military Shift - The Present World India’s 77th Republic Day parade placed Operation Sindoor at the heart of its military narrative, highlighting what officials describe as a decisive shift in how the country responds to terrorism and external threats. Launched on May 7, 2025, Operation Sindoor was carried out jointly by the Army, ...

Trump’s Greenland proposal may have paused, but the episode highlights deeper strains in transatlantic ties and enduring doubts about America’s alliance politics.

Why Trump’s Greenland Obsession Signals a Deeper Risk to Transatlantic Ties - The Present World This week’s cover of The Economist focused on an idea that, until recently, seemed implausible: Donald Trump’s renewed interest in acquiring Greenland and what it reveals about America’s relationship with its allies. The cover was planned well before the issue erupted into a serious diplomatic...

Ayushmann Khurrana will headline director Mudassar Aziz’s new romantic comedy titled Pati Patni Aur Woh Do.

Ayushmann Khurrana set to star in comedy “Pati Patni Aur Woh Do” - The Present World Bollywood rom-com update Ayushmann Khurrana will headline director Mudassar Aziz’s new romantic comedy titled Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. The announcement, made on October 18 2025, signals yet another ensemble star vehicle backed by producers Bhushan Kumar and Juno Chopra. (The Times of India) Genre, e...

South Korea’s rookie boy band BoyNextDoor has released its fifth EP titled The Action, featuring the lead track “Hollywood Action”.

BoyNextDoor drop Hollywood-themed EP “The Action” - The Present World K-pop group BoyNextDoor release EP The Action with filmmaking motif, marking a concept evolution and global branding tilt.

Popular K-pop group TWICE is listed among multiple acts making October 2025 comebacks, per updated schedules.

TWICE announce major comeback across Japan & Korea - The Present World K-pop girl-group gears up Popular K-pop group TWICE is listed among multiple acts making October 2025 comebacks, per updated schedules. Their entries include releases targeted at the Japanese market as well as Korea. (KPOP OFFICIAL) Strategic market positioning TWICE’s dual-market strategy continu...

Netflix period saga into post-Independence Lahore and the film/music industry world.

Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh reunite in grand Netflix epic “Heeramandi 2” - The Present World Bollywood stars reunite Bollywood power duo Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are set to reunite for director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming series Heeramandi 2, expanding the Netflix period saga into post-Independence Lahore and the film/music industry world. (FilmiBeat) Streaming era meets ci...

Billie Eilish’s surprise double album The Anthology shattered global records, amassing over 330 million streams on Spotify within 24 hours.

Billie Eilish drops “The Anthology”, breaks streaming record - The Present World Pop icon stakes claim again Billie Eilish’s surprise double album The Anthology shattered global records, amassing over 330 million streams on Spotify within 24 hours. The bundle combines re-recorded vault tracks with new originals, marking her biggest release since Midnights. Eventizing music rel...

Billie Eilish just added arenas to an already packed itinerary—new U.S. stops, Japan shows, and a finale fit for a blockbuster run.

Billie Eilish Adds Arena Dates and Second U.S. Leg to ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ Tour - The Present World Billie Eilish expands her arena run with added U.S. and Japan dates, pushing ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ past 100 shows and extending the album’s live momentum.

After a show-stopping duet with Gwen Stefani, Dua Lipa maps her next era—tighter songs, sharper visuals, and a live show built for big rooms.

Dua Lipa Talks No Doubt Duet, New Love, and the Next Era - The Present World Dua Lipa reflects on her Gwen Stefani duet, new relationship energy, and how the next era could sharpen her sound and visuals.

Britain is opening its soundstages to Bollywood in a three-film push from 2026—jobs, locations, and a bigger bet on South Asian cinema.

‘Bollywood Is Back in Britain’: UK Confirms Trio of Big Shoots from 2026 - The Present World The UK will host three major Bollywood films from 2026, promising jobs and deeper ties as Britain courts South Asian cinema at scale.

A***n Khan’s first Netflix series arrives swinging—smart, fast, and unapologetically authored. Here’s how the debut handles buzz, backlash, and what comes next.
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A***n Khan’s Netflix Directorial Debut Sparks Buzz—and a Creative Line in the Sand - The Present World A***n Khan’s Netflix debut lands with style—and firm creative boundaries—as reactions, critiques, and legal heat push the series into the spotlight.

Netflix’s animated take on Ubisoft’s Splinter Cell launches today, aiming for stealth-action thrills that play to binge culture and global fandoms.

NETFLIX DEBUTS ‘SPLINTER CELL: DEATHWATCH’ ANIMATED SERIES - The Present World Gaming IP goes episodic Netflix’s animated take on Ubisoft’s Splinter Cell launches today, aiming for stealth-action thrills that play to binge culture and global fandoms. The series leans on the franchise’s cat-and-mouse tension, tech-heavy espionage and moral gray zones familiar to gamers. F...