Farooq Abdullah Urges Dialogue with Neighbors, Cites Vajpayee and Modi; Warns of Dire Consequences Without Resolution, Draws Parallels with Gaza and Palestine
National Conference MP Farooq Abdullah says, "Atal Bihari Vajpayee had said that we can change our friends but not our neighbours. If we remain friendly with our neighbours, both will progress. PM Modi also said that war is not an option now and the matters should be resolved through dialogue. Where is the dialogue? Nawaz Sharif is about to become the PM (of Pakistan) & they are saying that we are ready to talk (with India), but what is the reason why we are not ready to talk? If we do not find a solution through dialogue, we will meet the same fate as Gaza and Palestine, which are being bombed by Israel."
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Vows Swift Action in Hunt for Culprits Behind MV Chem Pluto Attack in Arabian Sea: ‘We Will Find Them from the Bottom of the Sea’
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh vowed to find those who attacked the merchant vessel MV Chem Pluto in the Arabian Sea when it was on its way to New Mangalore port. He said, "Whosoever masterminded the attack, we will find them from the bottom of the sea."
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Hails INS Imphal Commissioning, Emphasizes India’s Defence Self-Reliance
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Commissioning Ceremony of ‘INS Imphal’ says, "The induction of 'INS Imphal' into the Indian Navy shows India's self-reliance in the defence sector. This reflects the commitment of MDL and Navy towards national security, and the hard work, and dedication of all stakeholders involved in its creation. I truly believe that the commissioning of INS Imphal will strengthen the Indian Navy."
“World has started looking at us differently,” says PM Modi at ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ celebrations
On 'Veer Bal Diwas' celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, 'Veer Bal Diwas' is the symbol of going to any extent for the protection of Bharatiyata. This year America, Britain, Australia, New Zealand, UAE and Greece organised programmes related to 'Veer Bal Diwas'. Today when we are proud of our heritage, the world has started looking at us differently. Today's India has confidence in its own people, potential and inspirations. We dont have to waste or stop for even a second. The gurus gave us these teachings...We need to live for the country's pride and glory. We need to live for the betterment of the country."
“No consequences if PM face not projected”:NCP supremo Sharad Pawar
NCP supremo Sharad Pawar has said no prime ministerial face was projected during the 1977 Lok Sabha polls (post Emergency). Pawar said, "After the polls, Moraraji Desai was made the Prime Minister. There are no consequences if a face is not projected. If people are in the mood for change, they will take a call to bring about that change." Pawar's remark came as the Opposition INDIA bloc is yet to project a prime ministerial face for the upcoming 2024 elections.
India records 412 fresh COVID-19 cases
India has recorded 412 fresh cases of COVID-19, while the number of active cases of the infection has gone up to 4,170, the health ministry said on Tuesday. The death toll due to the viral disease was recorded at 5,33,337 with three new fatalities reported from Karnataka in a span of 24 hours, according to the ministry's data updated at 8 am. India's Covid case tally currently stands at 4,50,09,660.
PM Modi to participate in programme marking ‘Veer Baal Diwas’ in Delhi
PM Narendra Modi will participate in the programme marking ‘Veer Baal Diwas’ at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi at 10:30 AM. Veer Bal Diwas' is observed commemorating the martyrdom of Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also flag off a march-past by youth at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
In a first, Hindua woman files nomination for upcoming elections in Pakistan
In a first, Dr Saveera Parkash, a member of the Hindu community in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Buner district in Pakistan, has filed her nomination papers for a general seat in the upcoming general elections in the country. Parkash is hopeful of contesting the elections on a Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) ticket. Her father, Oam Parkash, a retired doctor, had been an active member of the party for the past 35 years.
Biju Janata Dal celebrates its 27th foundation day, takes oath to create ‘Naveen Odisha’
Biju Janata Dal (BJD) is celebrating its 27th foundation day today. Party leaders and workers took oath to create ‘Naveen Odisha’ at the party office in Bhubaneswar. BJD MP Dr Sasmit Patra says, "Today is the 27th foundation day of the Biju Janata Dal, and there are 26 years of service that we complete today, and we re-dedicate ourselves through a pledge in the party office today to work for Nabin Odisha, and to build a most stronger, a more self-reliant and becoming the number 1 state in the country. Today, on this auspicious occasion, we have a number of programs that are being done."
Delhi airport: 2 flights diverted, nearly 30 delayed due to dense fog
Two flights were diverted and nearly 30 flights were delayed at the Delhi airport on Tuesday morning due to dense fog. One flight each of IndiGo and SpiceJet were diverted to Jaipur, an official said. As per information available on the Delhi airport website, around 30 flights have been delayed in the morning.
