A young child breached the White House perimeter by crawling through the fencing near the North Lawn. Secret Service personnel quickly intervened and reunited the child with their parents without incident. This isn't the first such occurrence; a similar breach happened earlier in April 2023.
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PM Modi's Saudi Arabia visit prioritizes energy, trade, investment, and defense, alongside addressing global issues like the West Asia conflict and the Russia-Ukraine war. Discussions will include the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) and Saudi Arabia's proposed $100 billion investment in India. Both nations aim to strengthen defense ties and explore increased military exercises, fostering a deeper strategic partnership.
The Indian Embassy in Libya successfully facilitated the return of 18 Indian citizens from Benghazi, who had been stranded for several weeks due to security issues. The embassy closely worked with Libyan authorities to secure the necessary permissions and travel documents for their repatriation.
The DMK has criticized the AIADMK's reunion with the BJP, claiming it was driven by fear and pressure on Edappadi K Palaniswami. According to DMK, Palaniswami ultimately yielded to the BJP's influence. DMK also believes actor Vijay's new party will split opposition votes, benefiting them in the upcoming elections. Amit Shah announced the AIADMK's return to the NDA without preconditions.
PM Narendra Modi embarked on a whirlwind tour across three states, starting his day at the Global Investor Summit in Madhya Pradesh, promoting the state as an investment hub. He then traveled to Bhagalpur, Bihar, to address a public gathering and distribute PM-Kisan funds, and concluded in Guwahati, Assam, witnessing a traditional dance performance.
Gaurav Taneja, a YouTuber known as 'Flying Beast,' experienced a LinkedIn lockout amid backlash from his appearance on Shark Tank India Season 4. The locked account follows his online rebuttal against Anupam Mittal’s critique and Taneja's comparisons of his brand's social media performance.
PM Modi highlighted the importance of leadership in various sectors at the SOUL conclave, aiming to foster leaders ready for disruptive changes. Bhutanese PM Tobgay praised Modi's governance and sought guidance to reform Bhutan's bureaucracy. Tobgay also discussed the Gelephu Mindfulness City project, crediting Bhutan's King and Modi's support, inviting Indian businesses to invest.
Four hotel workers allegedly raped a 30-year-old woman on a hotel terrace in Koramangala. After her husband reported the assault, police detained the suspects. The woman, from Delhi but residing in Bengaluru, was invited for dinner by one of the accused and subsequently attacked by all four.
Lok Sabha saw a heated exchange as Asaduddin Owaisi tore the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, calling it unconstitutional and an attack on Muslims. Owaisi's actions were criticized by BJP's Jagdambika Pal. Union Minister Amit Shah asserted that the bill aims to regulate Waqf properties and prevent their exploitation. The bill faces intense debate in Parliament.
Tens of thousands of anti-abortion activists, joined by neo-Nazis, gathered in Washington for the 52nd annual 'March for Life' rally. Buoyed by the Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v Wade and President Trump's support, the rally attracted high-profile Republicans. The presence of the far-right group Patriot Front sparked controversy, and the movement's future strategy involves changing cultural attitudes towards abortion.