Friday, March 13
India is considering Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Maldives in July, potentially on their Independence Day, following an invitation from President Muizzu. This visit signals a renewed effort to strengthen bilateral ties amidst regional concerns. Discussions will encompass development, security, trade, and a potential free trade agreement, reinforcing the partnership in the Indian Ocean region.
PM Modi is unlikely to attend the G7 summit in Canada this June, marking the first absence since 2019. This decision arises from strained relations due to concerns over Khalistani separatists and Ottawa's handling of the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case.
After facing setbacks due to Income Tax notices that disrupted its initial crowdfunding efforts, Congress is set to relaunch its resource mobilization program with a district-level focus. The revamped plan involves dedicated pages for each district on the party's website, inviting local residents to contribute.
PM Modi is unlikely to attend the G7 summit in Canada this June, marking the first absence since 2019. This decision arises from strained relations due to concerns over Khalistani separatists and Ottawa's handling of the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor acknowledged that "comments and criticism" regarding Operation Sindoor and subsequent military actions with Pakistan are inevitable in a democracy. While currently in Brazil as part of an all-party delegation, Tharoor urged focus on the mission at hand.
Emirates anticipates minimal impact from Air India and IndiGo's expansion due to the stagnant Dubai-India air service agreement, which has capped seats for over a decade. Tim Clark emphasizes the unmet demand and Dubai's significant Indian population, advocating for increased bilaterals to boost India's economy and enable flights to new airports.
A remarkable video from South Goa has captured the hearts of social media users, showcasing an extraordinary football match between a young boy and a crow. The bird skillfully uses its beak to pass the ball back and forth, creating an adorable and captivating display of interspecies teamwork.
Despite the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, devotees, including displaced Kashmiri Pandits, are gathering at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple for the annual Mela. Pilgrims express unwavering faith and determination to reclaim their identity amidst security concerns. Authorities have assured tight security and facilities for a peaceful yatra, with the chief minister reviewing preparedness for upcoming religious festivals.
Russia is urging India to revive the Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral mechanism, following the resolution of the India-China border standoff in Ladakh. Sergey Lavrov believes that an understanding has been reached between India and China to ease border tensions, making it an opportune time to restart the RIC troika.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the BSF in Jammu for dismantling 118 Pakistani posts and surveillance networks after Operation Sindoor. He assured full security for the Amarnath Yatra and vowed retaliation for terror attacks, referencing the May 7 strikes following the Pahalgam killings.
