President Xi Jinping is not coming to India to attend this week’s Group of 20 or G20 Summit. Premier Li Qiang will represent China at the September 9-10 meeting to be held in Delhi. US President Joe Biden said he was “disappointed” that Xi planned to skip the G20 Summit. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning declined to answer the reason behind Xi Jinping’s decision to skip the G20 meeting. China releases the standard map every year but it is the first time that India has lodged a strong protest…
Day: September 5, 2023
Myanmar angry with Pakistan over ‘unfit’ fighter jets supplied by Islamabad
Myanmar’s junta sends stern message to Pakistan and China for ‘unfit’ JF-17 fighter jets delivery The Burmese Air Force was forced to ground the planes as malfunctions and structural flaws were detected. Pakistan had inked an agreement to manufacture JF-17 fighter jets for Myanmar. As per reports, the deal was signed in 2016 for at least 11 multi-role fighter jets. The jets were manufactured by Pakistan Aeronautical Complex in collaboration with China’s Chengdu Aircraft Industries Corporation. But soon after the delivery of the aircraft, the Burmese Air Force was forced…
262 eminent citizens write to CJI, seek action on Udhayanidhi Stalin: ‘Strikes at the core of the Constitution
The letter signed by 14 former judges and 262 signatories, organized by former Delhi High Court judge Justice SN Dhingra and Shipping Secretary Gopal Krishna. They requested that the Supreme Court start suo moto contempt proceedings against the Tamil Nadu state government for its inactivity. The signatories said Udhayanidhi’s remark has “caused much anguish in the hearts and minds of common citizens of India and especially those who believe in Sanatan Dharam.” The signatories further expressed their anger over the Tamil Nadu government refusing to take any action against Udhayanidhi…
The founder of Paytm is open to buying more stakes and says he ‘will jump at any opportunity to buy more equity in the company
Paytm founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma says he ‘will jump at any opportunity to buy more equity’ in the company from Antfin. Antfin, a subsidiary of Chinese fintech giant Ant Group, sold some of its stakes in Paytm after Alibaba sold its entire stake in February. Sharma, also CEO of Paytm, holds a 19.42% in Paytm after purchasing shares from Antfin. Paytm is focusing on its payments and credit business and is targeting free cash flow of sizeable value soon, Sharma said. Paytm launched a US$12 “soundbox” device that…
Teacher’s Day Special: Vi Foundation Unveils ‘Donate Book’, A Tech Solution for Book Donation
On the occasion of Teacher’s Day, Vi Foundation, the CSR arm of leading telecom operator Vi, launched its latest initiative, ‘Donate Book’. This ground-breaking tech platform connects book donors, schools/organizations in need of books, and NGOs working towards education access. Donating a book is a novel cause but ensuring that the book is in the right condition and reaches the right person, is of utmost importance. To tackle these challenges, the ‘Donate Book’ solution integrates technology and offers a mobile-responsive web interface that manages the entire journey of…
World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar have revealed India’s team of 15
Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar have announced the 15-member team that will represent IND at the WC. There are hardly any shockers in the selection. As anticipated, Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson have been left out. KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, and Suryakumar Yadav have secured spots in India’s World Cup 2023 squad. Sanju Samson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Prasidh Krishna, and Ravichandran Ashwin have missed out on selections. Harbhajan Singh surprised at the omission of ‘pure match-winner- Yuzvendra Chahal India will host the entire tournament for the very first time. The Indian…
‘President of Bharat’ instead of the ‘President of India’ on Presidential invite for G20 dinner: Opposition reacts
The dinner invites for world leaders during the upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi have been sent out in the name of the ‘President of Bharat’ instead of the customary ‘President of India’. While the presidential invite drew criticism from senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma proclaimed India as the “Republic of Bharat”. Leaders of the ruling BJP, hinted that the country’s name change is on the cards. Article 1 of the Indian constitution declares that ‘India, that is Bharat’ is a ‘Union of States’. …
Udhayanidhi Stalin’s ‘Sanatana Dharma’ remark divided INDIA
The Congress, Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and AAP, which are part of the Opposition INDIA bloc, distanced themselves from Udhayanidhi Stalin. The TMC condemned the remarks of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s son and said the Opposition bloc had no connection with such comments. Congress leader Karan Singh strongly objected to the DMK leader’s comments saying it is “most unfortunate and totally unacceptable”. The Bharatiya Janata Party has slammed Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for his “Sanatana Dharma” Hitting out at the BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader…
US’ first Lady tests positive for COVID-19, Biden is negative; Biden will be traveling to India to participate in the G20 Summit
US First Lady Jill Biden (72) has tested for Covid, the White House said. President Joe Biden (80), who will be visiting India for the G20 Summit has tested negative. The White House did not provide an immediate response to an inquiry related to the potential impact of US President Joe Biden’s foreign travel plans. As per the US President’s official schedule for the week, released shortly after the first lady’s diagnosis, Biden will be traveling to New Delhi to participate in the G20 Summit. Jill Biden last tested positive…
7 bypolls in 6 states today: a litmus test for the INDIA bloc before 2024 Lok Sabha elections
The bypolls, Ghosi in UP, Dhupguri in West Bengal, Puthuppally in Kerala, Bageshwar in Uttarakhand, Dumri in Jharkhand and Boxanagar and Dhanpur in Tripura- are significant for the INDIA bloc. Polling is today, and the counting of votes will be held on September 8. The opposition alliance comprises 28 parties including the Congress, NCP faction led by Sharad Pawar, Shiv Sena (UBT), TMC, JMM, AAP, DMK, NC, PDP, CPI(M), CPI, RJD, SP and RLD. The results will reveal if they have a shot against the BJP and prove if…