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The BJP strongly criticized Mallikarjun Kharge's claim that PM Modi canceled his Kashmir trip due to advance knowledge of an attack. BJP leaders, like Ravi Shankar Prasad, questioned Congress's commitment to supporting the government against Pakistan. Dharmendra Pradhan accused Congress of prioritizing statements beneficial to the country's enemies over fighting terrorism, labeling them a 'destructive opposition'.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that Prime Minister Modi cancelled his Kashmir visit following an intelligence report received three days before the Pahalgam terror attack. Kharge questioned why the government didn't reinforce security despite the intelligence warning and accused the Centre of accepting an intelligence failure during an all-party meeting after the attack.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a telephonic conversation with his UK counterpart, Keir Starmer, over the completion of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which the latter said was a historic occasion between the two countries.
The office of UK PM released a video that showed both Prime Ministers - Starmer and Narendra Modi - complimenting each others leadership over taking the FTA over the finish line.
Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani expresses full support to Indias fight against terrorism and all actions to bring the perpetrators of Pahalgam attack to justice; New Delhi rejects OIC statement as absurd
Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the India-UK free trade agreement as a landmark achievement under Prime Minister Modi's leadership. He emphasized that the agreement reflects Modi's vision to bolster India's foreign trade and global cooperation. The pact will lower tariffs on 99% of Indian exports, facilitating trade and investment between the two nations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a significant change in India's water policy, stating that the nation's water resources will now be exclusively utilized for national benefit and not allowed to flow outside the country. This declaration follows the government's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty after the Pahalgam terror attack.
Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, sent his best wishes to Friedrich Merz. Merz is now the Chancellor of Germany. Modi expressed his desire to strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Germany.
Indian ambassador Akhilesh Mishra strongly criticized The Irish Times for its editorial on the Pahalgam terror attack, accusing it of downplaying terrorism and echoing narratives that support its perpetrators. Mishra highlighted the editorial's failure to condemn the attack unequivocally and its criticism of PM Modi.
Making a veiled reference to India putting the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan in abeyance following the Pahalgam terror attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that water on which India had a right was earlier going out but now it will come to use in the country. Speaking at the ABP Network India@2047 []
Mallikarjun Kharge alleged PM Modi cancelled his Kashmir visit after an intelligence report warned of an attack and questioned why security wasn't reinforced for civilians if there was intelligent inputs. The BJP strongly condemned Kharge's remarks, accusing him of echoing Pakistan's narrative and demanding an apology.
NEW DELHI: In an apparent reference to the Indus Waters Treaty being put in abeyance , Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said earlier even the water which rightfully belonged to India went outside the country but it will now flow for India's benefit and will be utilised for the country. Addressing the ABP Network's 'India@2047' Summit, Modi asserted that for taking big decisions and achieving objectives, it is important to give primacy to national interest and believe in the country's capa
Modi asserted that for taking big decisions and achieving objectives, it is important to give primacy to national interest and believe in the country's capability.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made it clear that the decision to put a freeze on the Indus water treaty that stopped the supply to Pakistan, will not be reversed, saying India's water will be used for India's interests.
New Delhi, May 6: In an apparent reference to the Indus Waters Treaty being put in abeyance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said earlier even the water which rightfully belonged to India went outside the country but it will now flow for Indias benefit and will be utilised for the country. Addressing the ABP Networks India@2047 Summit, Modi asserted that for taking big decisions and achieving objectives, it is important to give primacy to national interest and believe in [] The post Indi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the finalization of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, calling it a historic moment that will usher in a new era of growth and development for both nations. The agreement, reached with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, aims to boost trade, create jobs, and foster economic cooperation, particularly benefiting India's MSME sector.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the finalization of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, calling it a historic moment that will usher in a new era of growth and development for both nations. The agreement, reached with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, aims to boost trade, create jobs, and foster economic cooperation, particularly benefiting India's MSME sector.
Indias Waters Were Going To Another Country: Without Naming Pakistan, PM Modi Refers To Indus Waters Treaty
Amidst escalating tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, PM Modi asserted India's right to utilize its water resources, signaling a shift in water diplomacy. India has partially suspended water flow to Pakistan by restricting water from Baglihar and Salal dams, prompting concerns from Pakistan regarding potential water shortages during the Kharif season.
India and the UK have finalised a Free Trade Agreement. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal calls it a future-ready step. It aims to boost growth and create jobs in India. UK Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Piyush Goyal held final talks in London. PM Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer welcomed the agreement.
When the country is united against the terror attack by Pakistanis in Pahalgam and backing PM Modi, Akhilesh Yadav is questioning our preparedness, says BJP's Anila Singh
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accepted an invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit India following the finalisation of a landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The deal reduces tariffs on 90% of traded goods and is projected to add 4.8 billion annually to the UK economy by 2040. Agreed in London by ministers from both countries, the FTA covers key sectors including whisky, cars, and medical devices, with further discussions underway on a Bilateral Investment
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The deal, between the world's fifth and sixth largest economies, has been concluded after three years of stop-start negotiations
India and the United Kingdom on Tuesday successfully concluded a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), along with a Double Taxation Avoidance Convention. Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the announcement about the successful FTA deal. Describing the FTA deal as ambitious and mutually beneficial, PM Modi emphasised that these agreements will significantly strengthen the India-UK Comprehensive []
India and the UK have signed the long-awaited Free Trade Agreement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the successful conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom.
Along with FTA, the two countries also signed a Double Contribution Convention.
India and UK have signed a historic free trade agreement, successfully concluding three years of talks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Tuesday. In a historic milestone, India and the UK have successfully concluded an ambitious and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement, along with a Double Contribution Convention, Modi said in a post on 'X' after a conversation with UK counterpart Keir Starmer. PM Modi added that the landmark agreement would deepen the strategic ties between both co
Bilateral trade between India and the UK increased to $21.34 billion in 2023-24 from $20.36 billion in 2022-23. The average duty on goods imported from India into the UK is 4.2%
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed gratitude to Narendra Modi for his congratulations on the Australian election victory, emphasizing the strong India-Australia ties. Both leaders committed to strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, exploring new cooperation areas, and promoting a free, open Indo-Pacific region. Modi invited Albanese to India for the Annual and QUAD Summits.
India and the United Kingdom have finalized a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and a Double Contribution Convention, marking a significant advancement in their strategic alliance. Prime Minister Modi announced the agreement after discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, highlighting its potential to boost trade, investment, and job creation.
Qatar, which is a member of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, initially took a balanced view but its support comes as some Muslim countries are rallying behind Pakistan
The India-UK FTA will catalyse trade, investment, growth, job creation, and innovation in both the economies, PM Modi said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom (UK), alongside a Double Contribution Convention. This historic agreement aims to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, catalyzing trade, investment, and job creation in both economies. Bilateral trade between India and the UK reached $21.
PM Kisan Next Installment: Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 19th installment in February, benefitting over 9.8 crore farmers, including 2.4 crore female farmers.
New Delhi: Slamming Mallikarjun Kharge for alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi cancelled his trip to Jammu and Kashmir due to an adverse intelligence report days before the Pahalgam attack last month, the BJP said the Congress president could not have made a more irresponsible comment at a time of rising tensions with Pakistan. BJP []
The BJP has strongly criticized Mallikarjun Kharge for alleging that PM Modi cancelled his J&K trip due to an intelligence report before the Pahalgam attack. Ravi Shankar Prasad condemned Kharge's remarks as irresponsible amid rising tensions with Pakistan. Prasad highlighted the contradiction in Kharge's statements, accusing him of weakening the country instead of supporting national security efforts.
Kharge claimed that PM Modi cancelled a planned visit to Kashmir after receiving an intelligence alert three days before the Pahalgam terror attack last month
On Saturday, PM Modi had congratulated Albanese on his resounding victory and re-election as Prime Minister of Australia; he had said that he looked forward to working together to further deepen the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
PM Modi congratulates Albanese on historic victory, vows to deepen India-Australia partnership for peace and prosperity
Congress president claims intelligence report led to PM Modi's decision, questions failure to bolster security in Kashmir before Pahalgam attack.
RANCHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had cancelled his Kashmir visit after eceiving an intelligence report three days before the Pahalgam terror attack last month. He also claimed that the Centre accepted intelligence failure in an all-party meeting and said it should be held accountable for ot reinforcing security arrangements in Kashmir to protect people. I got information that three days before the attack, an intelligence report
Tension escalated between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 people were killed.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that Prime Minister Modi cancelled his Kashmir visit following an intelligence report received three days before the Pahalgam terror attack. Kharge claimed the Centre acknowledged an intelligence failure during an all-party meeting and should be held responsible for not strengthening security measures to safeguard the people in Kashmir.
Ranchi, May 6: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had cancelled his Kashmir visit after receiving an intelligence report three days before the Pahalgam terror attack last month. He also claimed that the Centre accepted intelligence failure in an all-party meeting and said it should be held accountable for not reinforcing security arrangements in Kashmir to protect people. I got information that three days before the attack, an intelligence
Kharge claimed PM Modi canceled his Kashmir visit due to a terror threat but the Centre didn't inform security forces, criticising the government for intelligence failure.
New Delhi: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday for the second time in the past 48 hours, amid escalating tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives. The back-to-back high-level consultations come just ahead of the nationwide mock security drills to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr
For years, the Opposition has been screaming for a caste census, claiming it as the holy grail of social justice. The BJP? It mostly dodged the topic until now. With one statement, PM Modis government snatched the narrative out of their hands and stamped it with saffron. Caste Census is more than a headline. This Continue reading Why Caste Census Now? The post Why Caste Census Now? appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
A recent parade organized by Khalistani extremists in Canada has triggered widespread outrage after openly promoting anti-Hindu rhetoric and targeting Indian political leaders. Held in Torontos Malton Gurdwara area, the event included a large truck mock-up of a jail carrying effigies of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and External Affairs Minister Continue reading Canada: Khalistani Extremist Parade PM Modi, HM Amit Shah, Jaishakars Effigies In Mock Jail; Calls For
Pro-Khalistani extremists in Canada held an anti-Hindu parade outside Malton Gurdwara in Toronto demanding the expulsion of eight lakh Hindus in Canada to India.
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval meets PM Modi amid tensions with Pakistan over Pahalgam attack
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to engage with all political parties and adopt the Telangana model for conducting a caste census. He also called for a constitutional amendment to remove the 50 per cent cap on reservations and immediate implementation of Article 15(5) to extend reservations for SCs, STs, and OBCs in private educational institutions. Kharge emphasised that conducting a caste census is essential to ensure justice for mar
Conducting any exercise such as the caste census which gives the backward sections of our society their rights cannot and should not be considered divisive, Kharge said.
New Delhi: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to have a dialogue with all political parties soon on the issue of the caste census. Kharge shared the letter on his X handle on Tuesday. My letter to PM @narendramodi ji on Caste Census. Sharing the excerpts Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can als
Mallikarjun Kharge asks the Union government the follow the Telangana model, urges them to place the socio-economic data of each caste in public domain
New Delhi, May 6 (PTI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to draw upon the Telangana model for the caste survey, remove 50 per cent cap for reservation and immediately implement Article 15(5) providing for reservations for SCs, STs and OBCs in private educational institutions. In a letter to Modi, Kharge also called on the prime minister to have a dialogue with all political parties soon on the issue of the caste census. Conducting any exercise such as t
Mallikarjun Kharge has urged PM Modi to draw upon the Telangana model for the caste survey, remove 50% cap for reservation and immediately implement Article 15(5) for reservations for SCs, STs and OBCs in private educational institutions.
Following a call between President Putin and PM Modi, Congress leader Supriya Shrinate highlighted the historical foundation laid by Nehru and Indira Gandhi for India-Russia relations. Putin condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, offering India full support against terrorism. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-Russia partnership, while Russia urged India and Pakistan to resolve disagreements diplomatically.
NEW DELHI, May 5: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday conveyed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a phone call that Russia fully backs Indias fight against terrorism and that the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack must be brought to justice.In the conversation with Modi, Putin strongly condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam and []
From the time they killed over 300 innocent, men, women and children on a Air India flight, to present attacks on Hindu temples, Gurudwaras and Hinduphobic hate, the Khalistani Klux Klan in Canada staged an anti-India rally with effigies of PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Jaishankar displayed inside a jail-like structure. The rally, reportedly outside []
A large pro-Khalistan rally was taken out on May 4 that used terms like Kill India and depicted several leading figures including PM Modi in a derogatory manner;the rally also raised slogans on religious lines and sought expulsion of Canadians of Indian origin
New Delhi: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is understood to have briefed him about the combat readiness of the armed forces against the backdrop of increasing tensions between India and Pakistan over the Pahalgam terror attack. The meeting came a day after Chief of Air Staff Air []
Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a meeting on Monday with the committee responsible for appointing the CBI Director, which included Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna. This meeting occurred as the government prepares its response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
He also accused PM Modi of pushing the region to the brink of nuclear war for political gains, reiterating allegations that New Delhi was involved in terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assesses defence readiness following increased ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the Line of Control. Firing incidents occurred at multiple locations. Simultaneously, there is a surge in offensive cyber operations by Pakistani groups. They targeted Indian military websites and allegedly accessed sensitive data. Security measures are strengthened to counter these digital intrusions.
The selection committee could not arrive at a decision on the shortlisted names, sources say, adding that incumbent Praveen Sood may get an extension of one year
UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres has expressed grave concern about the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, saying that the relationship between the two countries has reached a boiling point and that tensions are at their highest in years. He warned that military confrontation can spin out of control. Make no mistake. A military solution is no solution, Guterres said in a brief statement. Guterres added that he understands the aw feelings following the awful terror attack in Paha
Following the Pahalgam terror attack and rising Indo-Pak tensions, Delhi Police are implementing enhanced security measures. DCPs are preparing detailed security plans, increasing patrols, and deploying paramilitary forces at borders. Mock drills will include bomb disposal squads, anti-sabotage checks, and civilian training for potential attacks. PM Modi has vowed strong action against the perpetrators.
Vladimir Putin called Narendra Modi and condemned the Pahalgam terror attack. He assured India of Russia's full support in combating terrorism. Putin emphasized bringing the perpetrators to justice. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership. Putin was invited to India for the Annual Summit. Russia also made fresh defence supplies to India.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, visited the PMO to discuss the appointment of the next CBI Director. CJI Sanjiv Khanna also arrived at the Prime Minister's Office. The committee includes the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, and the Chief Justice of India. Praveen Sood, former Karnataka DGP, currently serves as the CBI Director.
The appointment of the CBI director is done on the recommendation of a three-member committee headed by the PM and comprises the LoP in Lok Sabha and the Chief Justice of India
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NEW DELHI: The Union Home Ministry has asked several states to conduct mock drills on May 7 amid rising tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, government sources said on Monday. The measures to be taken during the drill include operationalisation of air raid warning sirens and training of civilians on civil defence aspects to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack, they said. The other measures are provisions of crash blackout measures, early camouflaging of vi
Rahul Gandhi has arrived at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office for a meeting on the new CBI chief.
NEW DELHI: Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, a group of suspected hackers, named 'Pakistan Cyber Force' has claimed that they have gained access to sensitive data from the Indian Military Engineering Service and Manohar Parrikar Institute of Defence Studies and Analysis. The Pakistan Cyber Force handle, now withheld in India, had posted a list of names, reportedly of Indian defence personnel, with the caption: Hacked. Your security is illusion. MES data owned. The group claime
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Congress leader Udit Raj has urged Prime Minister Modi to act on past promises of cross-border action against Pakistan. Raj questioned Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on the delay, asserting full opposition support for decisive measures.
Modi congratulated Putin and the people of Russia on the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.
Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, China on Monday vowed to support Islamabad o secure peace and stability in South Asia. The statement was made by Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, who met President Asif Ali Zardari amid the highly charged atmosphere following the diplomatic showdown between Islamabad and New Delhi. Jiang called on President Zardari and exchanged views on different issues, including the tensions between Pakistan and India, sta
Kremlin said that Vladimir Putin once again expressed sincere condolences to PM Modi over the death of Indian citizens as a result of the barbaric terrorist attackreports Asian Lite News Russian President Vladimir Putin called Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday and strongly condemned the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, offering full support to India in its ongoing fight against terrorism. He conveyed deepest condolences on the loss of innocent lives and expressed full support to India in
K V Rabiya, a social worker and literacy champion from Kerala, has died at 59. Despite battling polio, she launched a literacy campaign in 1992. Rabiya empowered many through education. She received the Padma Shri in 2022. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over her death. Her organisation, Chalanam, focused on education and rehabilitation.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met with Prime Minister Modi, after briefings from the Air and Navy Chiefs. Modi granted the armed forces complete operational freedom to respond, vowing a crushing blow to terrorism. Evidence of cross-border links was presented during a Cabinet Committee on Security briefing.
Modi congratulated Putin and the people of Russia on the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.
NEW DELHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday conveyed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a phone conversation that the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror strike must be brought to justice as he strongly condemned the horrific attack. Putin also told Modi that Russia fully supports India's fight against terrorism, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). President Putin @KremlinRussia_E called PM @narendramodi and strongly condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam, India, MEA
Banerjee urged the Prime Minister to give justice to the people who have lost their loved ones in Pahalgam
MOSCOW, May 5: Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted Prime Minister Narendra Modis invitation to visit India for the annual high-level meeting as the two leaders held a telephone conversation on Monday, the Kremlin said. The leaders emphasised the need for an uncompromising fight against terrorism in any of its manifestations, it said. The Indian leader confirmed his invitation to the Russian president to visit India for an annual bilateral summit. The invitation was gratefully accepted,
Malappuram: KV Rabiya, a physically challenged social worker from this district who rose to prominence through her active role in the Kerala state literacy campaign, died at a hospital here on Sunday after a brief illness, sources said. She was 59. Rabiya had won the Padma Shri for her contributions in the field of social Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can a
Russian President Vladimir Putin today spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during which he strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and stressed that its perpetrators and backers must be brought to justice.
Russian President Vladimir Putin told PM Modi that Russia fully supports India`s fight against terrorism, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
New Delhi, May 5: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday conveyed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a phone conversation that the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror strike must be brought to justice as he strongly condemned the horrific attack. Putin also told Modi that Russia fully supports Indias fight against terrorism, according to the [] The post Putin dials PM Modi, says Pahalgam attack culprits must face justice appeared first on Northlines .
New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday strongly condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, during a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The call highlights Moscows support for New Delhis counterterrorism efforts and the enduring strength of the Indo-Russian strategic partnership. President Putin called Prime Minister Modi and []
Mr. Modi invited Mr. Putin for the India-Russia annual summit to be held in India later in the year