INDIA
Bulldozer brings down 300-yr-old Shiva Temple in Rajasthan, triggers controversy
The video of the temple demolition is going viral on social media putting the Congress government of Rajasthan in the dock. However, the ruling party has washed its hands off the demolition claiming that the Rajgarh municipality is being ruled by the BJP and the action has been taken by the saffron party workers. Meanwhile, the local administration said that the action to remove the encroachment was taken as per the master plan.
We will effectively introduce FTA between India & UK: Modi
Addressing the joint media address after the bilateral talks with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson held at Hyderabad House, Modi said, "Recently we have concluded FTA talks with UAE and Australia. We wish to go for FTA with the UK with the same spirit and commitment. "Last year, we established the strategic partnership and we have added the important Roadmap-2030 and during our talks, we reviewed the progress made in this direction and also set some goals," Modi said.
Felt like Sachin, Big B on seeing hoardings everywhere: Boris Johnson
Addressing a joint press conference along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House here, he said he had a fantastic two-day tour of India and became the first Conservative Prime Minister who visited Gujarat on the invitation of his �Khas Dost' (personal friend) which is the home of half of all British Indians. "I had an amazing reception, absolutely amazing," Johnson added.
Don't think things have ever been so strong or good: Johnson to Modi
"Don't think things have ever been so strong or good between us as they are now," Johnson told Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. He also thanked Prime Minister Modi for a "fantastic" welcome and said his India visit was an auspicious moment in the friendship with India. He also thanked the people of Gujarat for putting up a grand welcome at Ahmedabad.
Modi, Johnson hold talks to further intensify ties
Before commencing the talks, Modi welcomed and greeted Johnson at the forecourt of the Hyderabad House. Trade and easier visas are on the agenda, apart from defence cooperation and renewable energy. The two nations enjoy a long and historical relationship that was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the India-UK Virtual Summit last year.
Jaishankar calls on Johnson, discusses implementation of India-UK Roadmap 2030
Taking to Twitter following their meeting, Jaishankar said: "Delighted to call on UK PM Boris Johnson during his India visit. Discussed our expanding partnership and implementation of the India-UK Roadmap 2030." Johnson arrived in India on a two-day visit on Thursday. On Friday morning, he was given a ceremonial reception and a Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhawan where he was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Climate, Community and Choice
The insights gathered from more than 30,000 travellers across 32 countries and territories, highlighted the impact of their trips remains top of mind, with 68 per cent stating that the recent news about climate change has influenced them to make more sustainable travel choices.
An auspicious moment in friendship with India: UK PM
The UK Prime Minister was given a ceremonial reception and a Guard of Honour at Rashtrapati Bhawan where he was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Talking to the media after the ceremonial welcome, Johnson said that relations with India were never so strong.
2 terrorists, one security officer killed in terror attacks in J&K's Jammu
The two terrorists were killed and three other security men injured in a gunfight with the security forces in Jalalabad locality of Sunjwan area. Acting on specific information, joint teams of police and the CRPF surrounded Jalalabad locality where the two terrorists of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit were hiding.
India reports 2,451 new Covid-19 cases, 54 deaths
The number of India's active caseload has increased to 14,241, accounting for 0.03 per cent of the country's total positive cases. The recovery of 1,589 patients in the last 24 hours took the cumulative tally to 4,25,16,068. Consequently, India's recovery rate stands at 98.75 per cent.
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