Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Thailand for a two-day visit to participate in the sixth BIMSTEC summit. Modi will engage in discussions with Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra and join BIMSTEC leaders in signing the Agreement on Maritime Cooperation. The visit also includes meetings with key regional leaders and will be followed by Modi's visit to Sri Lanka.
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Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at 92. Singh, who served as PM from 2004 to 2014, made significant contributions like the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, Right to Information Act, and National Food Security Act. A distinguished economist, Singh's legacy includes roles as Finance Minister and receiving the Padma Vibhushan in 1987.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma condemned Bangladesh advisor Muhammad Yunus's claim of Bangladesh being the 'guardian' of the Indian Ocean for India's northeastern states. Yunus suggested Bangladesh as a key gateway for the region, inviting China to expand its presence.
The Allahabad High Court carried out a significant reshuffle, transferring 582 judicial officers, including 236 Additional District and Sessions Judges. Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar, known for his religious references in rulings, was moved from Bareilly to Chitrakoot.
Rain interrupted the third Test between India and Australia at the Gabba, but a heartwarming moment between Virat Kohli and KL Rahul caught the fans' attention. Cameras captured Kohli sharing his lunch with Rahul, sparking a flurry of comments on social media. With the series tied 1-1, India opted to field first after winning the toss.
Three Czech tourists' trip to India turned tragic when a Mercedes-Benz went out of control at Mumbai's T2 airport, causing two of them to be hospitalized with fractures. Although initially distraught, they are now grateful to be alive and are looking forward to returning home for recovery, with hopes of revisiting India in the future.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin called for a meeting of registered political parties to discuss the Union government's proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies in 2026. Stalin expressed concern that TN's successful population control measures could reduce its representation in the Lok Sabha by eight seats, affecting the state's rights.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar expressed frustration at a public event, reminding voters they don't oversee him. He commented on Baramati's expanding real estate market, noting its fluctuations linked to election results. Pawar also cautioned MIDC officials against unauthorized changes in land status.
Mohammad Hafeez has clarified his recent comments on Pakistan's past cricket stars, stating that they were taken out of context. He aimed to discuss the impact of winning ICC events to inspire future generations, rather than criticise legendary players. The controversy followed Pakistan's poor performance in the recent Champions Trophy.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Amit Shah extend their greetings on International Women's Day, highlighting the significant contributions and achievements of women. They stress the importance of gender equality, women's empowerment, and recognize women's roles in shaping the nation's progress.