Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard emphasized the importance of democracies upholding a rules-based order, particularly in the Indo-Pacific where China poses challenges. Sweden supports India's Make in India initiative, contributing through defence cooperation. She backed Nato and discussed potential India-EU FTA benefits, highlighting India's vital role in maintaining global peace and security.
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Fugitive diamond merchant Mehul Choksi, wanted in connection with the Rs 14,000 crore PNB scam, has been arrested in Belgium following renewed extradition efforts by Indian probe agencies. After evading authorities since 2018, Choksi was detained from a hospital where he was receiving medical treatment. Indian agencies are completing extradition procedures, while Choksi may seek relief on medical grounds.
Nasiruddin Ahmed, a senior legislator from Kaliganj, Nadia, and a Trinamool Congress member, died of cardiac arrest on Sunday. He experienced health issues late Saturday night and was taken to Palasi Hospital, where he passed away. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her condolences, highlighting Ahmed's contributions as a trusted politician and lawyer.
BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan accuses Arvind Kejriwal of misusing Rs 33.66 crore of public funds to renovate his official residence during the pandemic, as per a CAG report. The scandal, which includes extravagant expenses, is expected to impact the upcoming Delhi assembly elections.
In 2023-24, 58% of manufacturing establishments were led by female proprietors, marking a 4 percentage point increase from the previous year, according to the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises. Notably, female workers constituted 28.1% of the total workforce during the year.
Rajasthan Royals' decision to use Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium as their second home for IPL 2025 is proving disadvantageous, as they suffer consecutive losses. Former cricketer Aakash Chopra criticizes the unconventional scheduling and notes the pitch does not favor Rajasthan Royals' strengths. He also pointed out that the pitch at Guwahati’s ACA Stadium was not ideal for Rajasthan Royals.
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Uzbek GM Nodirbek Yakubboev greeted India's Divya Deshmukh with a 'Namaste' before their match in Prague, showing respect and addressing past controversies. Yakubboev previously avoided a handshake with Indian GM R Vaishali for religious reasons, later apologizing. His gesture towards Deshmukh highlights efforts to bridge cultural differences, demonstrating mutual respect in the chess community.
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