Türkiye is seeking increased flying rights to India to accommodate the growing number of Indian tourists and boost trade. The current bilaterals allow limited flights between the two countries. Enhanced connectivity is deemed essential due to rising travel demand and increased trade volume, which reached $12.5 billion in 2024.
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Security forces intensified operations in Jammu's Akhnoor sector to track suspected terrorists near the LoC ahead of PM Modi's visit to inaugurate the Z-Morh tunnel in Ganderbal. The operation followed reports of suspicious movements in Jogiwan forest. Alert levels have been heightened in Doda due to the presence of terrorist groups spotted there.
AAP leader Raghav Chadha credited the launch of the 'Udaan Yatri Cafe' at Chennai airport, following its initial launch in Kolkata, aimed at providing affordable food to passengers. He raised concerns about high prices and poor management at airports and emphasized continuing efforts to address public interests.
The number of Indian states and UTs with high malaria burden has significantly reduced from 10 in 2015 to 2 in 2023. This progress is attributed to various strategies, including IRS and LLINs distribution, leading to an 80% drop in cases and deaths over the said period.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflects on his evolving vision for India during his third term, emphasizing expanded aspirations and commitment to providing basic amenities. Modi highlights the importance of skilled individuals in politics and states that a mission-driven approach is crucial for political success.
Police have arrested a man and five of his relatives in connection with the abduction, rape, murder, and forced conversion of an 18-year-old woman from Uttarakhand. The main suspect, Md Asif, was apprehended after an encounter in Lakhimpur Kheri and sustained a gunshot wound. Further investigation is underway.
Vimala Chandra Sidam, also known as Tarakka, turned herself in after a 38-year stint in Naxalism. At 62, she surrendered to CM Devendra Fadnavis in Gadchiroli with other senior Maoists, bringing a Rs 25 lakh reward on her head. Involved in 66 cases, including encounters and arson, she will receive Rs 15 lakh aid under rehabilitation policies.
Calcutta HC mandates a reinvestigation of a six-year-old sexual harassment complaint at Hiralal Mazumdar Memorial College for Women, insisting that the internal complaints committee must hear the complainant. The court criticized the dismissal resolution for violating natural justice principles and ordered proceedings be completed within 12 weeks.
Akhilesh Yadav accuses the Uttar Pradesh government of hiding the true death toll from the Maha Kumbh stampede to avoid compensation payouts. The tragic incident resulted in 30 deaths and 60 injuries, as identified by officials and eyewitnesses.
A gang in Bihar exploited young men by falsely offering payments for impregnating women. The suspects, identified as Prince Raj, Bhola Kumar, and Rahul Kumar, used a fake job service website to advertise payments of Rs 5-10 lakh. Police arrested the trio following a complaint and recovered six mobile phones.