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Five Assembly Bypolls Held Peacefully Across Four States
19 Jun

Five Assembly Bypolls Held Peacefully Across Four States

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia
New Delhi, June 19, 2025 — Voting proceeded smoothly on Thursday for by-elections to five assembly constituencies in West Bengal (Kaliganj), Kerala (Nilambur), Punjab (Ludhiana West), and Gujarat (Kadi and Visavadar). Polling, conducted amid tight security, began at 7 am and closed at 6 pm, with results scheduled for June 23.Early turnout varied by constituency. In Kaliganj, voter participation reached over 30 percent within four hours, hitting approximately 45.3 percent by midday. Kerala’s Nilambur recorded exceptionally high engagement, with turnout near 70.8 percent by 5 pm. In Punjab’s Ludhiana West, turnout stood at around 49 percent by evening. Gujarat’s Visavadar and Kadi reported lower figures, at roughly…
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India Becomes Third-Largest Power Generator Globally, Driven by Clean Energy Push: IEA
19 Jun

India Becomes Third-Largest Power Generator Globally, Driven by Clean Energy Push: IEA

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
New Delhi, June 19, 2025 — India now ranks third in global power generation capacity, trailing only China and the United States, according to the latest findings from the International Energy Agency (IEA). This significant achievement reflects India's sustained focus on expanding energy production and embracing clean energy.Over the last five years, India has recorded the third-largest increase in power generation capacity worldwide. The report attributes this growth to the country’s rising electricity demand, spurred by rapid urbanization, growing residential and commercial infrastructure, greater use of household appliances like air conditioners, and increasing industrial consumption.To meet this surging demand, India…
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PM Modi Showcases India’s Cultural Heritage Through Exquisite Handcrafted Gifts at G7 Summit in Canada
19 Jun

PM Modi Showcases India’s Cultural Heritage Through Exquisite Handcrafted Gifts at G7 Summit in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
National Times Bureau (Rajeev Sharma): During the G7 Summit held in Canada, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a series of carefully curated traditional Indian handicrafts and artworks to global leaders, each representing India’s rich cultural and artistic legacy. To Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the President of Mexico, PM Modi gifted a Warli Painting, a tribal art from Maharashtra’s Warli community. This folk art, characterized by white rice paste on mud walls, captures everyday rural life using basic geometric shapes and often depicts the “tarpa dance,” symbolizing unity and joy. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung received a Madhubani Painting, also known as…
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Gujarat Influencer Kirti Patel Arrested in ₹2 Crore Honeytrap Case Involving Surat Builder
19 Jun

Gujarat Influencer Kirti Patel Arrested in ₹2 Crore Honeytrap Case Involving Surat Builder

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
Ahmedabad/Surat, June 19, 2025 — Kirti Patel, a Gujarat-based Instagram influencer with over 1.3 million followers, has been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly honey-trapping a prominent builder from Surat and attempting to extort ₹2 crore from him. The arrest was carried out by Surat police with assistance from the Ahmedabad police after a nearly 10-month-long search.Patel, also known as Kirti Adalja on social media, was taken into custody from the Sarkhej area. She had been on the run since a complaint was filed on June 2, 2024, alleging that she blackmailed the builder with compromising videos and demanded a hefty…
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“Dialogue and Diplomacy Only Path”, Says Modi in Croatia Amid Global Turbulence
18 Jun

“Dialogue and Diplomacy Only Path”, Says Modi in Croatia Amid Global Turbulence

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News, , ,
Zagreb, June 18, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined the importance of peaceful diplomacy during his meeting with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković in Zagreb. He and Plenković agreed that whether in Europe or Asia, “solutions to problems cannot come from battlefields” and reaffirmed that dialogue and diplomacy must lead efforts to resolve global challenges.The two leaders also committed to accelerating bilateral cooperation. Modi announced plans to triple the pace of India–Croatia ties and strengthen defence collaboration. He thanked Croatia for its steadfast support in India’s fight against cross-border terrorism and expressed optimism about deepening partnerships in areas such…
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India’s First Evacuation Flight from Iran to Land in Delhi Early Thursday Under Operation Sindhu
18 Jun

India’s First Evacuation Flight from Iran to Land in Delhi Early Thursday Under Operation Sindhu

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New Delhi, June 18, 2025 — India’s first evacuation flight under Operation Sindhu is set to land in New Delhi early Thursday, bringing home 110 Indian students stranded amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. Nearly 90 of those evacuated belong to Jammu and Kashmir, where families have been anxiously awaiting their return.The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the students had safely crossed over from Iran into Armenia earlier this week. They were then airlifted from Yerevan around 3 PM local time on Wednesday, with the special evacuation flight expected to arrive in Delhi shortly after midnight.This operation comes amid heightened…
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PM Modi Arrives in Croatia on Final Leg of Three-Nation Tour
18 Jun

PM Modi Arrives in Croatia on Final Leg of Three-Nation Tour

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
Zagreb, June 18, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Croatia on Tuesday evening, marking the final stop of his three-nation diplomatic tour. He was warmly received at the airport by senior Croatian officials and members of the Indian community.This visit follows his engagements in Cyprus and Canada, where he participated in the G7 Summit and held bilateral talks with global leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. In Cyprus, Modi was conferred with the nation’s highest civilian honour, while in Canada, discussions focused on trade, technology, and security partnerships amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.In…
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No More Toll Hassles: Govt Launches Rs 3,000 Annual FASTag Pass for Highway Commuters
18 Jun

No More Toll Hassles: Govt Launches Rs 3,000 Annual FASTag Pass for Highway Commuters

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending
New Delhi (National Times): In a first-of-its-kind move, the Government of India will roll out a FASTag-based Annual Toll Pass for non-commercial private vehicles starting August 15, 2025, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced today. The pass, costing Rs 3,000, will be valid for 200 toll trips or one year, whichever comes first, across all National Highways in the country. It is exclusively meant for private cars, jeeps, and vans. The Annual Pass comes in response to widespread public frustration over frequent toll deductions and bottlenecks, particularly at plazas less than 60 km apart. “This policy is designed to eliminate those…
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India Firmly Rejects Mediation on Kashmir, PM Modi Tells Trump in Phone Call
18 Jun

India Firmly Rejects Mediation on Kashmir, PM Modi Tells Trump in Phone Call

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World News,
New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated that India has never accepted, and will never accept, any third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue. This strong message was conveyed to U.S. President Donald Trump during a 35-minute phone call late Tuesday, according to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The conversation took place while PM Modi was in Canada for the G7 Summit and came at Trump’s request, primarily to discuss details of Operation Sindoor—India’s military retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). “Prime Minister Modi made it unequivocally clear that…
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PM Modi Departs for Croatia After Wrapping Up Canada Visit
18 Jun

PM Modi Departs for Croatia After Wrapping Up Canada Visit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
Calgary, June 17, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his visit to Canada on a high note, departing for Croatia after what officials described as a “productive and forward-looking” bilateral engagement.During his two-day stay, Modi held talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and other G7 leaders on trade, global conflict resolution, climate action, and technology partnerships. The visit marked India’s deeper diplomatic involvement in the evolving international order, especially against the backdrop of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.Before boarding his flight, Modi met members of the Indian diaspora in Toronto and highlighted India’s growing global influence. Canadian leaders echoed…
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