Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned recent strikes on the UAE during the West Asia war and emphasised that diplomacy and dialogue are the only viable solutions to global conflicts. During his visit to the UAE, he expressed gratitude to the host country for ensuring the safety of the Indian diaspora during the crisis. The high-level bilateral meeting culminated in the signing of several significant agreements aimed at bolstering strategic cooperation. Key memorandums of understanding include a framework for a strategic defence partnership, strategic petroleum reserves, and liquified petroleum gas supplies. Additionally, the two nations agreed on establishing a ship repair cluster at Vadinar and announced a five billion dollar investment in Indian infrastructure, signalling a robust expansion of economic and maritime ties despite regional volatility.
The West Bengal government has suspended three senior IPS officers, including the former Kolkata Police Commissioner, over alleged lapses in the RG Kar case investigation.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar as a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati and a historical center of Sanskrit learning.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his five-nation tour with a brief four-hour stop in Abu Dhabi on Friday, where he received a grand ceremonial welcome from the top UAE leadership. Upon entering Emirati airspace, his aircraft was escorted by the UAE F-16 fighter jets, a gesture Modi described as an honour for the people of India.
