Trade talks between India and the US are gaining momentum, potentially leading to a significant agreement. President Trump hinted at a "very big" deal to open up India, focusing on sectors like energy, agriculture, and defense.
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The Union Cabinet, led by PM Modi, condemned the Emergency's 50th anniversary, observing a silence for victims and honoring those who resisted it. PM Modi called it a dark chapter, criticizing the Congress for subverting the Constitution. A new book, 'The Emergency Diaries,' highlights Modi's role in opposing the Emergency.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded 'Operation Sindoor' as a strong message to terrorists and their supporters, emphasizing India's firm stance against terrorism. He warned neighboring countries that India will respond decisively to any threats to its unity. Singh also urged army personnel to prioritize physical and mental well-being for national strength.
Meghan Markle revealed that Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet sell homegrown produce at a local farmers' market. She and Prince Harry want their children to understand the value of things. The children also participate in gardening at home. Meghan finds joy in preparing lunchboxes for Archie and Lilibet using their garden's vegetables. She finds it therapeutic after a long day, she says.
To enhance the airport lounge experience, operators and banks are planning direct business, bypassing aggregators. A dedicated app will allow flyers to book lounge access in advance and swipe their cards at the gate. This initiative aims to improve the lounge experience for premium credit cardholders and full-service airline passengers, addressing current issues like long queues and undifferentiated service.
The ED uncovered 322 bank passbooks linked to mule accounts used to divert government funds under the guise of legitimate transactions related to Delhi classrooms construction. These accounts, opened in the names of laborers, were allegedly used to misappropriate funds exceeding Rs 2,000 crore.
India dominated Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, reaching 359/3. Shubman Gill's unbeaten 127 and Rishabh Pant's 65 put England's bowling under pressure. However, the weather forecast predicts thunderstorms, potentially disrupting play later in the day after Yashasvi Jaiswal also scored a century.
The central government is formulating a new policy to financially assist states in upgrading their highways, shifting away from declaring them as National Highways. Prime Minister Modi has directed the road transport ministry to develop a model by July end.
Jasprit Bumrah etched his name in cricket history during the first Test against England, securing his 11th five-wicket haul in the World Test Championship, equaling Ravichandran Ashwin's record. He also became the first Asian player to claim 150 Test wickets in SENA countries, surpassing Wasim Akram.
The Union government has approved 19 road and tunnel projects worth Rs 10,637 crore for Jammu and Kashmir, including the crucial Peer Ki Gali tunnel on the Mughal Road. This tunnel will provide year-round connectivity between Kashmir and Jammu, offering an alternative to the Srinagar-Jammu national highway. The projects also include the Sadhana Tunnel, connecting Kupwara with Karnah.