News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi Challenges Rahul Gandhi To Praise Savarkar, Bal Thackeray & Other Top Stories

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday posed a “challenge" to senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to publicly praise Hindutva ideologue VD Savarkar and Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray. Read More

‘The Court Keeps Me Going’: CJI Chandrachud Signs Off With A ‘Thank You’ Speech

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud was given a ceremonial farewell in the Supreme Court of India as he retired from judicial service on Friday. In an online streaming of the Ceremonial Bench, the lawyers, including Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Kapil Sibal, addressed the outgoing CJI and remembered his contribution to the judiciary. Justice Chandrachud, in his final address in the court, sought forgiveness in case he “ever hurt anyone". Read More

‘Justin Trudeau Will Be…’: Elon Musk Predicts Canadian PM’s Future After Trump’s Win

Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, who backed Donald Trump and campaigned for him till victory in the US Presidential Poll, has now predicted a downfall of Justin Trudeau’s government in Canada in the next year’s general elections. Read More

BCCI Formally Informs PCB Indian Team Won’t Travel To Pakistan For Champions Trophy: Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has formally communicated to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that it won’t send its men’s team for the next year’s Champions Trophy across the border, as per a report. The BCCI wants the India’s matches to be held at a neutral venue with Dubai leading the race. Read More

Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh Make First Appearance With Daughter Dua

Deepika Padukone was spotted for the first time on Friday since welcoming her daughter, Dua, in September. The actress was seen with husband Ranveer Singh as they made their way to the private airport in Kalina, Mumbai. In the viral photos, Deepika is seen holding her baby girl close, carrying her in a front baby carrier secured with straps at her waist and shoulders. Read More