Torrential rains paralyzed Delhi, causing severe waterlogging at Safdarjung Hospital, where patients waded through flooded wards. In a tragic incident, a woman and her son, new to the city for work, died when a weakened boundary wall collapsed on their shelter in Sehgal Colony. Residents claim construction and tree cutting contributed to the wall’s instability, leading to the fatal collapse.
India and the United Kingdom have unveiled a 10-year defence roadmap. The focus is on boosting cooperation and strengthening security ties. Both nations will work on co-development and joint research. They will also focus on innovation across defence technologies. Maritime security and military ties will also be strengthened. The roadmap aims for regional stability and a rules-based international order.
The Nisar mission’s primary objectives are to study land and ice deformation, land ecosystems and oceanic regions in areas of common interest to the US and Indian science communities.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi in the Rajya Sabha, labeling him a “China-guru” and implying his understanding of China stemmed from Olympic invitations and private lessons from Chinese diplomats. Jaishankar defended his China visit, asserting transparency and contrasting it with alleged secret meetings by others during the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
JP Nadda criticized the Congress party’s handling of past terror attacks. He contrasted the UPA government’s response with the current government’s actions. Nadda highlighted specific attacks and the perceived lack of action under the previous administration. He praised Prime Minister Modi’s strong stance against terrorism. Nadda emphasized the importance of political will in combating terrorism.
The Amarnath Yatra has been suspended from Jammu due to heavy rainfall in the Kashmir region, impacting pilgrim movement to base camps. Authorities have halted convoy movement from Bhagwati Nagar Jammu towards Baltal and Nunwan as a precautionary measure.
B Y Vijayendra, Karnataka BJP President, dismissed Rahul Gandhi’s protest in Bengaluru as funny. He questioned how Congress won in Karnataka if the Election Commission was manipulated. Vijayendra demanded apologies from Rahul Gandhi, Siddaramaiah, and D K Shivakumar. He accused them of undermining democratic institutions. Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar had alleged electoral process manipulation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the return of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha to India after 127 years. Discovered in 1898, the relics were taken abroad during the colonial period. The government intervened after the relics appeared in an international auction, emphasizing India’s dedication to preserving its cultural heritage and its deep connection to Buddhism.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes Narendra Modi regarding Donald Trump’s assertions about mediating peace. Rahul suggests Modi can’t refute Trump due to potential revelations. S Jaishankar denies any phone calls between Modi and Trump during a specific period. Rahul challenges Modi to call Trump a liar in Parliament.