PM Modi’s third visit to Bhutan witnessed many firsts

PM Modi’s third visit to Bhutan witnessed many firsts

New Delhi, March 22 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third state visit to neighbouring Bhutan in 10 years -- where he was accorded a grand welcome upon his arrival on Friday -- witnessed many firsts.

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India will become world’s 3rd largest economy in next 3 years, says Anurag Thakur at Viksit Bharat event

India will become world’s 3rd largest economy in next 3 years, says Anurag Thakur at Viksit Bharat event

Chennai, March 22 - Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday said that India will become the third-largest economy in the world in the next three years.

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Plea in Delhi HC seeks Arvind Kejriwal’s removal from CM post

Plea in Delhi HC seeks Arvind Kejriwal’s removal from CM post

New Delhi, March 22 - Amidst the unfolding legal drama surrounding Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, a public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Delhi High Court seeking his removal from office.

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IAF Chinook helicopter in PUSHPAK RLV-LEX 2 mission

IAF Chinook helicopter in PUSHPAK RLV-LEX 2 mission

New Delhi, March 22 - The Indian Air Force's (IAF) Chinook helicopter has been used in an ISRO project related to Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) 'PUSHPAK' as part of its RLV-LEX 2 mission. The helicopter was used for its airlift quality.

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Indian Oil’s special fuel powers Asia Road Racing Championship in Thailand

Indian Oil’s special fuel powers Asia Road Racing Championship in Thailand

New Delhi, March 22 - Indian Oil Corporation Ltd has made a grand entry as the official fuel partner of the prestigious Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) - 2024 with its latest superior performance fuel offering, 'STORM-Ultimate Racing Fuel, the state-owned oil giant

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AAP leaders protest Delhi CM Kejriwal’s arrest outside BJP headquarters in Jaipur

AAP leaders protest Delhi CM Kejriwal’s arrest outside BJP headquarters in Jaipur

Jaipur, March 22 - Rajasthan police have detained six Aam Aadmi Party workers from outside BJP headquarters in Jaipur on Friday, for protesting the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

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PM Modi inaugurates hospital in Bhutan, calls it ‘beacon of hope’ for families

PM Modi inaugurates hospital in Bhutan, calls it ‘beacon of hope’ for families

Thimphu, March 23 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck Mother and Child Hospital along with his Bhutanese counterpart Tshering Tobgay, here.

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India condemns heinous terror attack, stands with Russia in this hour of grief: PM Modi

India condemns heinous terror attack, stands with Russia in this hour of grief: PM Modi

New Delhi, March 23 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed solidarity with the people of Russia and slammed the terrorist attack in the country that left more than 60 people dead and several others injured.

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Israel-Hamas war: Blinken’s visit steps up ceasefire talks in Qatar

Israel-Hamas war: Blinken’s visit steps up ceasefire talks in Qatar

Tel Aviv, March 23 - US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken's visit to the Middle east and Israel on Thursday and Friday repectively, has accelerated the indirect ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas in Doha, Qatar.

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UN chief calls for probe into suspected Israeli targeting of civilians in Gaza

UN chief calls for probe into suspected Israeli targeting of civilians in Gaza

United Nations, March 23 - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for an investigation into a drone footage that appears to show an Israeli attack on four civilians in Gaza, his spokesman said.

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UN chief, world leaders condemn terrorist attack in Russia

UN chief, world leaders condemn terrorist attack in Russia

United Nations, March 23 - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned Friday's terrorist attack in Russia, said his Deputy Spokesman.

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NATO prepared for war with Russia: Official

NATO prepared for war with Russia: Official

Kiev, March 23 - Visiting chair of the NATO Military Committee, Robert Bauer, said the alliance is prepared for a possible war with Russia, a media outlet reported.

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Mass shooting in Moscow mall leaves scores dead, building on fire

Mass shooting in Moscow mall leaves scores dead, building on fire

Moscow, March 23 - Scores of people were shot dead as three to five unidentified gunmen, clad in body armour and armed with assault rifles, began shooting indiscriminately in a Moscow mall on Friday and set a concert hall there afire, reports said.

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US involvement in Pak affairs no surprise for anyone: Experts

US involvement in Pak affairs no surprise for anyone: Experts

Islamabad, March 22 - Following the recent remarks by US Assistant Secretary of State for Central and South Asian Affairs, Donald Lu, regarding the US ‘hand’ in toppling former PM Imran Khan’s government, experts believe that US involvement in the affairs of Pakistan

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PM Modi gets Bhutan’s highest civilian honour; dedicates it to 140 cr Indians

PM Modi gets Bhutan’s highest civilian honour; dedicates it to 140 cr Indians

Thimphu, March 22 - In recognition of his efforts to strengthen India-Bhutan ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Friday conferred the kingdom's highest civilian award, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, which he dedicated to 140 crore Indians.

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Several MoUs exchanged as PM Modi meets Bhutan Premier

Several MoUs exchanged as PM Modi meets Bhutan Premier

New Delhi, March 22 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bhutan Premier Tshering Tobgay in Thimphu on Friday as the two leaders witnessed the exchange of several MoUs and agreements on energy, trade, digital connectivity, space, agriculture, and youth connect between the two

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Bhutan confers its highest civilian award on PM Modi

Bhutan confers its highest civilian award on PM Modi

New Delhi, March 22 - Bhutan conferred its highest civilian award, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, making him the first foreign head of a government to receive the kingdom's highest civilian honour.

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IAF Chief addresses 79th Staff Course at Wellington Staff College

IAF Chief addresses 79th Staff Course at Wellington Staff College

New Delhi, March 22 - Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, on Friday, addressed the 79th Staff Course at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington, Tamil Nadu.

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Special welcome for PM Modi in Bhutan, youngsters perform garba

Special welcome for PM Modi in Bhutan, youngsters perform garba

New Delhi, March 22 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a special welcome in Bhutan’s capital as a group of youngsters performed garba in front of him on Friday.

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Japan to raise subsidy to fix liquefaction caused by Noto quakes

Japan to raise subsidy to fix liquefaction caused by Noto quakes

Tokyo, March 22 - The Japanese government on Friday finalised the support measures for areas affected by liquefaction induced by the New Year's Day earthquake in Japan.

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