Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is highly likely to visit Moscow on May 9 for the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This visit holds significance as discussions about the participation of Indian military personnel are underway, amidst ongoing talks between US and Russian officials to end the conflict in Ukraine.
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Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah for allegedly insulting BR Ambedkar and the Indian Constitution. She accused the BJP of undermining democratic values and highlighted their controversial actions and policies. Vadra also addressed BJP's treatment of women and farmers, emphasizing the party's anti-Constitution stance. She urged the audience to protect Ambedkar’s legacy.
Rekha Gupta has been appointed as the new chief minister of Delhi after a decision at the BJP legislature party meeting. Gupta, representing Shalimar Bagh, becomes the fourth woman to hold this position in the capital and will be sworn in on Thursday.
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has received the first of 99 engines from General Electric for Tejas Mark-1A fighters after a two-year delay. This delivery is expected to boost the production of the indigenous jet, with HAL planning to increase its output significantly in the coming years.
In Kharghar, a drunk luxury bus driver, Sujit Das, crashed into an SUV; the SUV driver received compensation and didn't file a complaint. Later, another driver found Das unconscious in the bus. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
Opposition parties continued to criticize the BJP's waqf bill, labeling it unconstitutional and divisive. They argued the bill targets Muslims and could incite communal tension. Key leaders from Congress, TMC, DMK, RJD, and others expressed concerns about its impact on peace and social harmony.
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, aged 92, passed away at AIIMS Delhi after a sudden loss of consciousness at home. Despite multiple attempts of CPR and extensive efforts by cardiologists, he could not be revived. Singh had a long history of heart ailments and diabetes, having undergone multiple heart surgeries over the years.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will review Manipur's security situation following the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh and imposition of President's rule. Ongoing violence and political instability have troubled the state for nearly two years. Shah directs Central Armed Police Forces and state police to maintain peace and order, ensuring public safety.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Wayanad MP, visited Kerala's Wayanad district to console the families of two tragic incidents. She met the family of Radha, killed by a tiger on January 24, and later visited the family of N M Vijayan, a Congress leader who died by suicide with his son in December 2024. The suicide, linked to a cooperative bank job scam, has sparked political controversy.
Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan clarified his comments on Arvind Kejriwal's expected victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, stating his words were taken out of context. Chavan expressed that a coalition between Congress and AAP would have been advantageous; however, the Congress party has gained significant momentum and aims for victory independently.
India confirmed that a Kerala man serving in the Russian army died amid the Ukraine conflict, while another was injured and is being treated in Moscow. The Ministry of External Affairs has requested the early discharge of the remaining Indian nationals and is working with Russian authorities for the repatriation of the deceased and injured.