Chinese daily Global Times commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his pragmatic approach towards improving India-China relations despite past tensions. PM Modi highlighted the importance of dialogue over discord during his podcast with Lex Fridman. Noteworthy progress has been made since the Kazan summit and recent border tensions are being addressed to restore normalcy.
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The BJP accuses AAP of aiding illegal Rohingya and Bangladeshi immigrants in Delhi by providing them with official documents to use them as a vote bank. AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, refute these claims, alleging BJP's attempts to manipulate votes. Delhi Police recently arrested 11 individuals related to illegal immigration.
KL Rahul's impressive Test average in SENA countries since 2020 has surpassed Indian stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Despite pressure, Rahul's composed batting, including a crucial 84-run knock against Australia, highlights his reliability while Kohli and Rohit struggle with form in the 2024-25 season.
Kerala chief secretary Sarada Muraleedharan confronted a racially insulting remark about her skin colour, responding with a powerful message against societal biases. She emphasized her pride in her identity and this sparked widespread support, highlighting persistent discrimination even at high levels of authority.
Former Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole has suggested a potential shift in the state's political landscape by inviting deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar to form a government without CM Devendra Fadnavis. His comments come amid reports of friction within the ruling alliance.
A woman pilgrim, Jyoti Gupta, was arrested near the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu & Kashmir after being found with a loaded pistol and expired license. Another pilgrim, Sanjay Singh, was caught with cartridges. Security is tight due to past terrorist attacks. An investigation is underway.
The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway has been closed due to snow accumulation between Ramsoo and Qazigund and shooting stones, landslides, and mudslides between Nashri and the NAVYUG Tunnel, officials said on Friday.
The BJP plans to launch the 'Saugat-e-Modi' campaign, distributing special kits to Muslims and minorities during festivals. The initiative, which begins in Delhi, aims to reach 32 lakh underprivileged Muslims nationwide. However, the opposition accuses the BJP of using the campaign as a political strategy ahead of elections in Bihar.
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