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In 193 member United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), voting is underway for the five non-permanent seats on the Security Council, one of which is assured for India with the unanimous backing of the Asian Pacific group.

<a href="India vows to 'overcome fault lines' as it takes charge at UNSC">Also read: India vows to 'overcome fault lines' as it takes charge at UNSC</a> 
 
India has been trying unsuccessfully to win a permanent seat in an expanded Security Council.

India is standing unopposed as the nominee for the Asia-Pacific seat, and needs two-thirds of UNGA members, or 129 votes, to be confirmed. Mexico is also unopposed in its bid for the Latin American and Caribbean seat.

This year, Africa failed to continue its tradition of deciding a candidate among the member states, setting the stage for a showdown on Wednesday.

Kenya enjoys the support of the African Union, but Djibouti says it should have the seat because Nairobi already sat on the Security Council twice.

French-speaking Djibouti and English-speaking Kenya are both highlighting their roles in seeking peace in the Horn of Africa, as well as their contributions to UN peacekeeping missions.

Kenya has pointed to its welcoming of refugees from Somalia and South Sudan, as well as support it has given the two countries' fragile governments.

(With inputs from agencies)

In 193 member United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), voting is underway for the five non-permanent seats on the Security Council, one of which is assured for India with the unanimous backing of the Asian Pacific group.

In 193 member United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), voting is underway for the five non-permanent seats on the Security Council, one of which is assured for India with the unanimous backing of the Asian Pacific group. Also read: India vows to 'overcome fault lines' as it takes charge at UNSC India has been trying unsuccessfully to win a permanent seat in an expanded Security Council. India is standing unopposed as the nominee for the Asia-Pacific seat, and needs two-thirds of UNGA members, or 129 votes, to be confirmed. Mexico is also unopposed in its bid for the Latin American and Caribbean seat. This year, Africa failed to continue its tradition of deciding a candidate among the member states, setting the stage for a showdown on Wednesday. Kenya enjoys the support of the African Union, but Djibouti says it should have the seat because Nairobi already sat on the Security Council twice. French-speaking Djibouti and English-speaking Kenya are both highlighting their roles in seeking peace in the Horn of Africa, as well as their contributions to UN peacekeeping missions. Kenya has pointed to its welcoming of refugees from Somalia and South Sudan, as well as support it has given the two countries' fragile governments. (With inputs from agencies)

United Nations General Assembly begins voting for Security Council, seat assured for India

At a time when Indo-China tensions are escalating at the eastern front, experts believe that sales of Chinese goods in India can be impacted in the short term and the consumer-oriented sectors like smartphones and automobiles could be at the receiving end of this crisis.

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At a time when even liquor is overpriced and rare to get hold of in a few states, a young man in Andhra was about a receive a foreign post of high-value drugs, but the plans were&nbsp;thwarted.&nbsp;

Customs officials in Chennai seized a Foreign post parcel that contained 400pills of banned narcotic substance Ecstasy worth Rs12lakhs. An Andhra-based smuggler who was the recipient of the parcel has also been arrested.&nbsp;

According to Officials, a parcel from Haarlem, the Netherlands which was consigned for Bhimavaram in West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh was detained, based on intelligence inputs.&nbsp;

On examination, the parcel contained a tiny toy box within which two plastic pouches with coloured tablets were found. Those 400 tablets in green-yellow and pink colour, tested positive for narcotic substance MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine).&nbsp;

In narcotics parlance, the green-yellow pills are known as ‘Brazuca’, which contains 220mg MDMA, whereas the pink pills are known as ‘Givenchy’ contain 250mg of MDMA and their samples have been sent to the laboratory.&nbsp;

“We had made two earlier seizures of MDMA this year. During the nationwide lockdown, Cannabis which was sent to Andhra Pradesh via foreign post from America&nbsp;was seized. There have been other cases in the past also where drugs have been seized ”,&nbsp;Rajan Chaudhary, Commissioner Customs told WION.

"Based on searches carried&nbsp;out at the recipient address(550km away from Chennai), the accused, a 27-year old engineering dropout was brought to Chennai by road. It was learnt that he had booked the parcel via Dark Web and made the payment via Bitcoin. The individual confessed to his role in smuggling before the magistrate and the accused was remanded in judicial custody,"&nbsp;Rajan Chaudhary added.

MDMA, which is commonly known as Ecstasy, is a party drug that alters mood and perception. It is chemically similar to stimulants and hallucinogens which produce feelings of increased energy and pleasure. The seized pills are highly potent as they contain over 200mg MMDA per pill. Even dosages above 120mg are considered to be fatal.

At a time when even liquor is overpriced and rare to get hold of in a few states, a young man in Andhra was about a receive a foreign post of high-value drugs, but the plans were thwarted.

At a time when even liquor is overpriced and rare to get hold of in a few states, a young man in Andhra was about a receive a foreign post of high-value drugs, but the plans were thwarted. Customs officials in Chennai seized a Foreign post parcel that contained 400pills of banned narcotic substance Ecstasy worth Rs12lakhs. An Andhra-based smuggler who was the recipient of the parcel has also been arrested. According to Officials, a parcel from Haarlem, the Netherlands which was consigned for Bhimavaram in West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh was detained, based on intelligence inputs. On examination, the parcel contained a tiny toy box within which two plastic pouches with coloured tablets were found. Those 400 tablets in green-yellow and pink colour, tested positive for narcotic substance MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine). In narcotics parlance, the green-yellow pills are known as ‘Brazuca’, which contains 220mg MDMA, whereas the pink pills are known as ‘Givenchy’ contain 250mg of MDMA and their samples have been sent to the laboratory. “We had made two earlier seizures of MDMA this year. During the nationwide lockdown, Cannabis which was sent to Andhra Pradesh via foreign post from America was seized. There have been other cases in the past also where drugs have been seized ”, Rajan Chaudhary, Commissioner Customs told WION. "Based on searches carried out at the recipient address(550km away from Chennai), the accused, a 27-year old engineering dropout was brought to Chennai by road. It was learnt that he had booked the parcel via Dark Web and made the payment via Bitcoin. The individual confessed to his role in smuggling before the magistrate and the accused was remanded in judicial custody," Rajan Chaudhary added. MDMA, which is commonly known as Ecstasy, is a party drug that alters mood and perception. It is chemically similar to stimulants and hallucinogens which produce feelings of increased energy and pleasure. The seized pills are highly potent as they contain over 200mg MMDA per pill. Even dosages above 120mg are considered to be fatal.

Ecstasy Pills worth Rs 12 lakhs sent from Netherlands to Andhra Pradesh, seized in Chennai, 1 arrested 

Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged at Galwan area where they had earlier clashed on the night of 15/16 June, reported news agency ANI. 17 Indian troops, who were critically injured in the line of duty at stand-off location, succumbed to their injuries after being exposed to sub-zero temperatures in the high altitude terrain, the report said quoting the Indian Army.

Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged at Galwan area where they had earlier clashed on the night of 15/16 June, reported news agency ANI. 17 Indian troops, who were critically injured in the line of duty at stand-off location, succumbed to their injuries after being exposed to sub-zero temperatures in the high altitude terrain, the report said quoting the Indian Army. India lost 20 soldiers including 3 who martyred during the face-off. Meanwhile, the ANI report quoting sources said that an increase in the Chinese chopper activity was observed along the LAC to airlift casualties suffered by them during the face-off with Indian troops in Galwan valley. Indian intercepts also revealed that Chinese side suffered 43 casualties including dead and seriously injured in a face-off in the Galwan valley, sources confirmed to ANI

Increase in Chinese chopper activity along LAC to airlift casualties suffered in face-off: Report

Delhi MLA and member of the Political Affairs Committee of Aam Aadmi Party Atishi Marlena has tested positive for coronavirus and has been quarantined at her house.

The 39-year-old national spokesperson of AAP is the MLA from Kalkaji Assembly segment in south Delhi.

"Atishi ji has played an important role in the fight against corona. I hope that she will get healthy soon and again get involved in serving the people," Kejriwal tweeted in Hindi.

"Get well soon Atishi, recover soon from Corona," AAP MLA Saurabh Bhardwaj tweeted.

(With inputs from agencies)

Delhi MLA and member of the Political Affairs Committee of Aam Aadmi Party Atishi Marlena has tested positive for coronavirus and has been quarantined at her house.

Delhi MLA and member of the Political Affairs Committee of Aam Aadmi Party Atishi Marlena has tested positive for coronavirus and has been quarantined at her house. The 39-year-old national spokesperson of AAP is the MLA from Kalkaji Assembly segment in south Delhi. "Atishi ji has played an important role in the fight against corona. I hope that she will get healthy soon and again get involved in serving the people," Kejriwal tweeted in Hindi. "Get well soon Atishi, recover soon from Corona," AAP MLA Saurabh Bhardwaj tweeted. (With inputs from agencies)

Aam Aadmi Party MLA Atishi Marlena tests positive for COVID-19

The Indian Army on June 16 has confirmed that the number of Indian soldiers martyred in the “violent face-off” with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley on June 15 night is now 20. Many Indian soldiers are said to be in the custody of China. Watch report.

India China face-off | 20 Indian soldiers killed in action | Galwan valley

Health minister in Arvind Kejriwal led Delhi government Satyendar Jain on Wednesday tested positive for coronavirus and is having the symptoms of fever and low oxygen levels, News18 reported.

"The 55-year-old minister was brought to the Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital (RGSSH) on Tuesday after reporting high-grade fever. He will continue to receive treatment from the same hospital and symptoms of fever and low oxygen levels are reported to be the same," the report said.

Satyendar Jain, who had tested negative on Tuesday, was tested again on Wednesday and the results have confirmed that he has contracted the virus.

Meanwhile, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has said that "We may need more ICUs in the coming days. Discussed with doctors of our Delhi government hospitals on how to increase the number of ICUs,".

The Delhi government is anticipating a rise in the cases of coronavirus in the National Capital.

(With inputs from agencies)

Health minister in Arvind Kejriwal led Delhi government Satyendar Jain on Wednesday tested positive for coronavirus and is having the symptoms of fever and low oxygen levels, News18 reported.

Health minister in Arvind Kejriwal led Delhi government Satyendar Jain on Wednesday tested positive for coronavirus and is having the symptoms of fever and low oxygen levels, News18 reported. "The 55-year-old minister was brought to the Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital (RGSSH) on Tuesday after reporting high-grade fever. He will continue to receive treatment from the same hospital and symptoms of fever and low oxygen levels are reported to be the same," the report said. Satyendar Jain, who had tested negative on Tuesday, was tested again on Wednesday and the results have confirmed that he has contracted the virus. Meanwhile, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has said that "We may need more ICUs in the coming days. Discussed with doctors of our Delhi government hospitals on how to increase the number of ICUs,". The Delhi government is anticipating a rise in the cases of coronavirus in the National Capital. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain tests positive for COVID-19

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke on phone on Wednesday and discussed the prevailing situation in Eastern Ladakh.

WION Dispatch: 'Current conflict will have serious impacts on bilateral relationship'

After the border clash between India and China, the US State Department said that both sides have "expressed desire to de-escalate and we support a peaceful resolution of the current situation."

Watch:

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"We are closely monitoring the situation between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control(LAC)," the State Department said in a statement. "We note the Indian Army has announced that 20 soldiers lost their lives, we offer our condolences to their families," it added.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-border-dispute-violent-face-off-a-result-of-attempt-by-china-to-unilaterally-change-status-quo-says-mea-306334">Also Read:&nbsp;India-China border dispute: ‘Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA</a>

Indian and Chinese troops had clashed in the Galwan Valley on June 15/16 in which 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. The clash occurred after weeks of stand-off between the two armies in the upper Himalayas.

India's Ministry of External Affairs(MEA) said China tried to "unilaterally change the status quo and departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control in the Galwan Valley".

"Both sides suffered casualties that could have been avoided had an agreement at higher level been scrupulously followed by the Chinese side,” the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

“Given its responsible approach to border management, India is very clear that all its activities are always within the Indian side of the LAC. We expect the same of the Chinese side,” it added.

After the border clash between India and China, the US State Department said that both sides have "expressed desire to de-escalate and we support a peaceful resolution of the current situation.

After the border clash between India and China, the US State Department said that both sides have "expressed desire to de-escalate and we support a peaceful resolution of the current situation." Watch: "We are closely monitoring the situation between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control(LAC)," the State Department said in a statement. "We note the Indian Army has announced that 20 soldiers lost their lives, we offer our condolences to their families," it added. Also Read: India-China border dispute: ‘Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA Indian and Chinese troops had clashed in the Galwan Valley on June 15/16 in which 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. The clash occurred after weeks of stand-off between the two armies in the upper Himalayas. India's Ministry of External Affairs(MEA) said China tried to "unilaterally change the status quo and departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control in the Galwan Valley". "Both sides suffered casualties that could have been avoided had an agreement at higher level been scrupulously followed by the Chinese side,” the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. “Given its responsible approach to border management, India is very clear that all its activities are always within the Indian side of the LAC. We expect the same of the Chinese side,” it added.

Both sides have expressed desire to de-escalate, we support a peaceful resolution: US on India-China clash along LAC

India is the single endorsed candidate for the Asia-Pacific seat in the non-permanent member category. India is likely to be elected for the eighth time.

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EAM Jaishankar discusses border conflict with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

The loss of three Indian soldiers amid a faceoff with the Chinese army has triggered sentimemtal requests to act against it.

The citizens of the India are urging its government to Impose economic sanctions on Chinese companies, prevent them from entering Indian market and prohibit their access to India's&nbsp;large consumer base.

However, it is not practically possible until India can create compelling domestic alternatives

With the border issue going on, India has twisted China's economic arm. Recently, it&nbsp;created a great wall in front of Chinese investments.

A wall to protect ailing indian businesses from Chinese takeovers. The government tightened the FDI&nbsp;rules to scrutinise chinese investment.. &nbsp;

However, it appears that the move is&nbsp;one-off because India is handing over its construction projects to Chinese firms for a tunnel near the national capital.

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The company in question is STEC, Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Company.

It has emerged as the lowest bidder to carve an underground tunnel in the national capital region.

Five bidders participated in the process, including India's Larsen &amp; Toubro but STEC&nbsp;made the lowest bid at 1,126 crore rupees.

The bidding process can be blamed for this. L&amp;t had the second lowest bid at 1,170 crore rupees.

Now, demands are being made to give the contract to an Indian firm.&nbsp;Financial gains of a few crores today could jeopardise national security tomorrow.

No doubt the Chinese company's bid is backed by the Chinese government. Countries usually get carried away by such cheap Chinese services and lose sight of national security.

Worse still countries also lose self-reliance due to which&nbsp;domestic companies lose the edge and in time, they start losing projects in every bid.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for self-reliance&nbsp;as a way to overcome the ravages of the pandemic, to get the economy back on its feet and to overcome the Chinese aggression at the border and, in business.

The loss of three Indian soldiers amid a faceoff with the Chinese army has triggered sentimemtal requests to act against it. The citizens of the India are urging its government to Impose economic sanctions on Chinese companies, prevent them from entering Indian market and prohibit their access to India's large consumer base.

The loss of three Indian soldiers amid a faceoff with the Chinese army has triggered sentimemtal requests to act against it. The citizens of the India are urging its government to Impose economic sanctions on Chinese companies, prevent them from entering Indian market and prohibit their access to India's large consumer base. However, it is not practically possible until India can create compelling domestic alternatives With the border issue going on, India has twisted China's economic arm. Recently, it created a great wall in front of Chinese investments. A wall to protect ailing indian businesses from Chinese takeovers. The government tightened the FDI rules to scrutinise chinese investment.. However, it appears that the move is one-off because India is handing over its construction projects to Chinese firms for a tunnel near the national capital. The company in question is STEC, Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Company. It has emerged as the lowest bidder to carve an underground tunnel in the national capital region. Five bidders participated in the process, including India's Larsen & Toubro but STEC made the lowest bid at 1,126 crore rupees. The bidding process can be blamed for this. L&t had the second lowest bid at 1,170 crore rupees. Now, demands are being made to give the contract to an Indian firm. Financial gains of a few crores today could jeopardise national security tomorrow. No doubt the Chinese company's bid is backed by the Chinese government. Countries usually get carried away by such cheap Chinese services and lose sight of national security. Worse still countries also lose self-reliance due to which domestic companies lose the edge and in time, they start losing projects in every bid. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for self-reliance as a way to overcome the ravages of the pandemic, to get the economy back on its feet and to overcome the Chinese aggression at the border and, in business.

Now, demands being made to take away Chinese contractor's NCR tunnel contract

A Singapore court has sentenced an Indian-origin newspaper vendor to two weeks of imprisonment for breaching his stay-home notice.

Palanivelu Ramasamy pleaded guilty to one count of breaching his stay-home notice -- a part of the restrictions imposed under measures to control the spread of coronavirus through movements of people. He wanted to deliver newspapers to 14 units across eight floors at Goldhill Plaza.

On Wednesday, Ramasamy's lawyer told the court that he had left his house to deliver the newspapers because he received a complaint and wanted to resolve the matter.

However, the judge said Ramasamy's action was "out of a misplaced sense of duty" and asked the lawyer repeatedly if newspaper company Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) would have helped had he asked for assistance.

The court heard that Ramasamy had attended a wedding in India and returned to Singapore on March 21. He was issued a 14-day stay-home notice at the airport.

However, on March 30 -- the ninth day of his stay-home notice -- Ramasamy left his apartment at Towner Road for about two hours and 15 minutes.

The man, who has been a newspaper vendor with SPH since 1985, had been alerted to a complaint about a worker who had not delivered newspapers to his customers at Goldhill Plaza, said defence lawyer Aaron Lee of Allen &amp; Gledhill, who acted pro bono in the case.

This was due to restrictions imposed by the management at Goldhill Plaza arising from the COVID-19 situation. As Ramasamy's worker was not allowed to go up to the office units, he left the newspapers near the mailbox on the ground level instead.

Ramasamy has two workers under him and usually collects newspapers at 4 am and distributes them around the Thomson area in the suburb of Singapore. Instead of asking his workers to deliver the papers, Ramasamy left his flat on March 30 to personally deliver the newspapers. After that, he took a bus to reach home.

Deputy Public Prosecutor Joshua Lim asked for at least two-week jail term for Ramasamy, stating that the government had been very clear about the policies behind stay-home notices, with the media including newspapers publicising these widely. He added Ramasamy had gone to bus stops with high human traffic, students and worshippers at a temple and visited 14 units.

For breaching his stay-home notice, Palanivelu could have been jailed for up to six months, fined up to SGD 10,000 or both.

(with inputs from PTI)

A Singapore court has sentenced an Indian-origin newspaper vendor to two weeks of imprisonment for breaching his stay-home notice. Palanivelu Ramasamy pleaded guilty to one count of breaching his stay-home notice -- a part of the restrictions imposed under measures to control the spread of coronavirus through movements of people.

A Singapore court has sentenced an Indian-origin newspaper vendor to two weeks of imprisonment for breaching his stay-home notice. Palanivelu Ramasamy pleaded guilty to one count of breaching his stay-home notice -- a part of the restrictions imposed under measures to control the spread of coronavirus through movements of people. He wanted to deliver newspapers to 14 units across eight floors at Goldhill Plaza. On Wednesday, Ramasamy's lawyer told the court that he had left his house to deliver the newspapers because he received a complaint and wanted to resolve the matter. However, the judge said Ramasamy's action was "out of a misplaced sense of duty" and asked the lawyer repeatedly if newspaper company Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) would have helped had he asked for assistance. The court heard that Ramasamy had attended a wedding in India and returned to Singapore on March 21. He was issued a 14-day stay-home notice at the airport. However, on March 30 -- the ninth day of his stay-home notice -- Ramasamy left his apartment at Towner Road for about two hours and 15 minutes. The man, who has been a newspaper vendor with SPH since 1985, had been alerted to a complaint about a worker who had not delivered newspapers to his customers at Goldhill Plaza, said defence lawyer Aaron Lee of Allen & Gledhill, who acted pro bono in the case. This was due to restrictions imposed by the management at Goldhill Plaza arising from the COVID-19 situation. As Ramasamy's worker was not allowed to go up to the office units, he left the newspapers near the mailbox on the ground level instead. Ramasamy has two workers under him and usually collects newspapers at 4 am and distributes them around the Thomson area in the suburb of Singapore. Instead of asking his workers to deliver the papers, Ramasamy left his flat on March 30 to personally deliver the newspapers. After that, he took a bus to reach home. Deputy Public Prosecutor Joshua Lim asked for at least two-week jail term for Ramasamy, stating that the government had been very clear about the policies behind stay-home notices, with the media including newspapers publicising these widely. He added Ramasamy had gone to bus stops with high human traffic, students and worshippers at a temple and visited 14 units. For breaching his stay-home notice, Palanivelu could have been jailed for up to six months, fined up to SGD 10,000 or both. (with inputs from PTI)

Indian-origin newspaper vendor in Singapore jailed for breaching stay-home notice

In the biggest military confrontation between India and China in over five decades, at least 20 Indian Army soldiers were killed in a violent clash with Chinese troops in Ladakh's Galwan Valley

'Sacrifices of soldiers will not go in vain', says PM Modi on LAC violent clash | India-China

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the Chinese side took pre-meditated and planned action in Galwan Valley that was directly responsible for the resulting violence between two armies.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sacrifices-of-our-soldiers-wont-go-in-vain-pm-modi-on-india-china-standoff-306495">Also read: Sacrifices of our soldiers won't go in vain, says PM Modi on India-China standoff</a> 
 
Foreign minister S Jaishankar had a telephonic conversation with his Chinese counterpart — a first since Monday’s violence at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers died, sources said. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-border-dispute-20-indian-soldiers-martyred-in-a-violent-face-off-with-chinese-troops-306357">Also read: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops</a>

The Chinese side also sustained losses, sources said, in the violence a first in nearly five decades.

Jaishanker had told the Chinese minister that the Chinese side “took pre-meditated and planned action that was directly responsible for the resulting violence and casualties”, the government said. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a strong message to China, said, “India wants peace but when provoked, it is capable of giving a fitting reply, be it any situation”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-border-dispute-violent-face-off-a-result-of-attempt-by-china-to-unilaterally-change-status-quo-says-mea-306334">Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA</a>

China has demanded punishment for those responsible for the conflict and said the troops should follow “important consensus reached by their leaders,” reports said.

(With inputs from agencies)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the Chinese side took pre-meditated and planned action in Galwan Valley that was directly responsible for the resulting violence between two armies.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the Chinese side took pre-meditated and planned action in Galwan Valley that was directly responsible for the resulting violence between two armies. Also read: Sacrifices of our soldiers won't go in vain, says PM Modi on India-China standoff Foreign minister S Jaishankar had a telephonic conversation with his Chinese counterpart — a first since Monday’s violence at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers died, sources said. Also read: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops The Chinese side also sustained losses, sources said, in the violence a first in nearly five decades. Jaishanker had told the Chinese minister that the Chinese side “took pre-meditated and planned action that was directly responsible for the resulting violence and casualties”, the government said. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a strong message to China, said, “India wants peace but when provoked, it is capable of giving a fitting reply, be it any situation”. Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA China has demanded punishment for those responsible for the conflict and said the troops should follow “important consensus reached by their leaders,” reports said. (With inputs from agencies)

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A 56-year old senior private secretary in the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office has succumbed to Covid-19 in the early hours today, after nearly a week of hospitalization. Secretariat staff say that, though he was not in direct contact with the Chief Minister, he was working in the Chief Minister’s chamber. With over 200 Covid-19 positive cases across ranks said to be reported from the Secretariat alone, the employees have been requesting the Government for increased safety measures and precautions.&nbsp;

On a routine day, the Secretariat sees about 6300 staff across various departments and ranks, but under the current circumstances, 50% of this number are being permitted to work at the premises.&nbsp;

For about 10 days, the Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association has been pushing for having only 33% workforce and restarting employees who are coming in from Red Zones.&nbsp;

However, this will be in place only from Friday, 19th June when the 12-day lockdown would be in effect in Chennai and the three adjoining districts of Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram and Tiruvallur. The 12-day lockdown guidelines require only 33% of state and central government staff to report for work, whereas those residing in red zones will not be required to turn up for work.&nbsp;

Those working at the secretariat feel that the number of people reporting for work can further be limited to few critical and specific departments such as Public Works, Revenue Administration, Disaster Management, Rural and Municipal development etc.&nbsp;

“We request the government to provide a separate medical facility for testing and hospitalizing staff if required. Besides strict thermal scanning at entry points, they can distribute vitamin tablets and immunity-boosting herbal conceptions. More transport facilities and buses could be provided for staff. Employees aged above 55, in the vulnerable category must not be required to report for work. We must work together and ensure that there are no more lives lost” Peter Anthonysamy, Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association president told WION.

A 56-year old senior private secretary in the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office has succumbed to Covid-19 in the early hours today, after nearly a week of hospitalization.

A 56-year old senior private secretary in the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office has succumbed to Covid-19 in the early hours today, after nearly a week of hospitalization. Secretariat staff say that, though he was not in direct contact with the Chief Minister, he was working in the Chief Minister’s chamber. With over 200 Covid-19 positive cases across ranks said to be reported from the Secretariat alone, the employees have been requesting the Government for increased safety measures and precautions. On a routine day, the Secretariat sees about 6300 staff across various departments and ranks, but under the current circumstances, 50% of this number are being permitted to work at the premises. For about 10 days, the Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association has been pushing for having only 33% workforce and restarting employees who are coming in from Red Zones. However, this will be in place only from Friday, 19th June when the 12-day lockdown would be in effect in Chennai and the three adjoining districts of Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram and Tiruvallur. The 12-day lockdown guidelines require only 33% of state and central government staff to report for work, whereas those residing in red zones will not be required to turn up for work. Those working at the secretariat feel that the number of people reporting for work can further be limited to few critical and specific departments such as Public Works, Revenue Administration, Disaster Management, Rural and Municipal development etc. “We request the government to provide a separate medical facility for testing and hospitalizing staff if required. Besides strict thermal scanning at entry points, they can distribute vitamin tablets and immunity-boosting herbal conceptions. More transport facilities and buses could be provided for staff. Employees aged above 55, in the vulnerable category must not be required to report for work. We must work together and ensure that there are no more lives lost” Peter Anthonysamy, Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association president told WION.

Senior staff in Tamil Nadu CMO succumbs to Covid-19; colleagues push for more safety measures

Prime Minister Narendra Modi while interacting with state CM's through video conferencing says 'India's position is much better than many other nations in combating with COVID-19'

COVID-19: 'India's condition is much better than other nations' says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers killed in a violent face-off with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Ladakh would not go to waste.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-border-dispute-20-indian-soldiers-martyred-in-a-violent-face-off-with-chinese-troops-306357">Also read: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops</a>

He said that "I would like to assure the nation that the sacrifice of our jawans will not be in vain. For us, the sovereignty of the country is the most important. India wants peace but it is capable to give a befitting reply if instigated."

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PM Modi was addressing the second round of consultation meeting with chief ministers of various states, on the Covid-19 situation in the country.

PM Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the chief ministers of 15 states and union territories, who are present in the meeting via video-conferencing, observed a two-minute silence as a tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in Galwan Valley clash.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers killed in a violent face-off with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Ladakh would not go to waste.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers killed in a violent face-off with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Ladakh would not go to waste. Also read: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops He said that "I would like to assure the nation that the sacrifice of our jawans will not be in vain. For us, the sovereignty of the country is the most important. India wants peace but it is capable to give a befitting reply if instigated." #WATCH India wants peace but when instigated, India is capable of giving a befitting reply, be it any kind of situation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/rJc0STCwBM — ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2020 × Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA PM Modi was addressing the second round of consultation meeting with chief ministers of various states, on the Covid-19 situation in the country. PM Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the chief ministers of 15 states and union territories, who are present in the meeting via video-conferencing, observed a two-minute silence as a tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in Galwan Valley clash. (With inputs from ANI)

Sacrifices of our soldiers won't go in vain: PM Modi on India-China standoff

Major UAE airlines are operating charter flights on behalf of companies and community groups for the repatriation

Of Indians stranded in the Gulf country due to the travel restrictions imposed in view of the coronavirus pandemic.

Several companies and community groups have chartered repatriation flights with the UAE airlines, with some of them operating the first international flights to some destinations in India, the Gulf News reported.

The special repatriation flights arranged by the Indian government under the Vande Bharat Mission are operated by Air India and Air India Express while some private airlines from India will soon be joining the mission.

However, the pace of the repatriation mission, dubbed to be the largest in the history, gathered more steam after the Indian government allowed private airlines in the UAE and India to operate charter flights on behalf of companies and community groups.

India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Monday said that it granted permission to around 870 chartered flights, transporting around 200,000 passengers, both inbound and outbound.

"Several Airlines helped in the humanitarian mission of taking stranded people to their destinations," DGCA said in a series of tweets.

The list of airlines and their operations tweeted by DGCA showed that dozens of flights were operated by four major UAE airlines that took part in the chartered operations.

A total of 68 flights have been operated by FlyDubai (38), Air Arabia (20), Emirates (five) and Etihad (five), according to the DGCA.

Some community groups in the UAE said they opted for UAE budget carriers for operating charter flights for repatriation as they could avail cheaper ticket fares with them, the daily reported.

A few charter services for repatriation operated by UAE airlines created history in different ways, the daily reported.

A FlyDubai charter flight carrying employees of Al Madina Group to Kerala's Kannur International Airport received a special welcome on landing, with a water cannon salute on Saturday.

The airport arranged the water salute as it was the first among the foreign airlines and the first UAE carrier to land in the airport that became operational last December, said Afi Ahmed, owner of Dubai-based Smart Travel which facilitated the chartering of the flight.

Meanwhile, an Air Arabia charter flight that repatriated 215 Odia people to Bhubaneshwar in Odisha on Sunday hit the headlines for two reasons.

The flight chartered by Odia Society of the UAE was first international charter flight for repatriation to land in the airport and it was flown by a woman Odia pilot based in the UAE, Captain Madhusmita Patnaik, the daily said.

FlyDubai had also provided charter service to repatriate Indian prisoners who have been released after completing their sentences in Dubai and Abu Dhabi prisons during the coronavirus pandemic.

Major UAE airlines are operating charter flights on behalf of companies and community groups for the repatriation Of Indians stranded in the Gulf country due to the travel restrictions imposed in view of the coronavirus pandemic.

Major UAE airlines are operating charter flights on behalf of companies and community groups for the repatriation Of Indians stranded in the Gulf country due to the travel restrictions imposed in view of the coronavirus pandemic. Several companies and community groups have chartered repatriation flights with the UAE airlines, with some of them operating the first international flights to some destinations in India, the Gulf News reported. The special repatriation flights arranged by the Indian government under the Vande Bharat Mission are operated by Air India and Air India Express while some private airlines from India will soon be joining the mission. However, the pace of the repatriation mission, dubbed to be the largest in the history, gathered more steam after the Indian government allowed private airlines in the UAE and India to operate charter flights on behalf of companies and community groups. India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Monday said that it granted permission to around 870 chartered flights, transporting around 200,000 passengers, both inbound and outbound. "Several Airlines helped in the humanitarian mission of taking stranded people to their destinations," DGCA said in a series of tweets. The list of airlines and their operations tweeted by DGCA showed that dozens of flights were operated by four major UAE airlines that took part in the chartered operations. A total of 68 flights have been operated by FlyDubai (38), Air Arabia (20), Emirates (five) and Etihad (five), according to the DGCA. Some community groups in the UAE said they opted for UAE budget carriers for operating charter flights for repatriation as they could avail cheaper ticket fares with them, the daily reported. A few charter services for repatriation operated by UAE airlines created history in different ways, the daily reported. A FlyDubai charter flight carrying employees of Al Madina Group to Kerala's Kannur International Airport received a special welcome on landing, with a water cannon salute on Saturday. The airport arranged the water salute as it was the first among the foreign airlines and the first UAE carrier to land in the airport that became operational last December, said Afi Ahmed, owner of Dubai-based Smart Travel which facilitated the chartering of the flight. Meanwhile, an Air Arabia charter flight that repatriated 215 Odia people to Bhubaneshwar in Odisha on Sunday hit the headlines for two reasons. The flight chartered by Odia Society of the UAE was first international charter flight for repatriation to land in the airport and it was flown by a woman Odia pilot based in the UAE, Captain Madhusmita Patnaik, the daily said. FlyDubai had also provided charter service to repatriate Indian prisoners who have been released after completing their sentences in Dubai and Abu Dhabi prisons during the coronavirus pandemic.

UAE airlines operating charter flights for repatriation of stranded Indians

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for an all-party meeting to discuss the border tension with China. ''In order to discuss the situation in the India-China border areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for an all-party meeting at 5 PM on 19th June,'' Prime Minister Office said.

PM Modi calls for all-party meet on June 19: Meet to develop consensus on dealing with China

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will vote today for contenders to five non-permanent seats at the UN Security Council for 2021-22.

The 193-member UNGA will hold elections for the post of president of the 75th session for not only the five non-permanent members but also members of the economic and social economic council under special voting due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Reports say India is widely expected to win the vote as a non-permanent member from the Asia-Pacific category as it&nbsp;is reportedly running unopposed from the block.

However, there are other keenly contested seats up for grabs with Kenya and Djibouti fighting it out for the African seats and Canada, Ireland and Norway in a three-way battle to get two seats from the Western block.

Kenya and Djibouti's faceoff for the African block is being keenly followed with Kenya asserting that it has the support of the African Union, however, Djibouti says it should be allowed to take the seat as Kenya has earlier taken the seat as part of the rotation process.

A member needs to win two-thirds of the votes cast in order take the seat with 128 votes needed provided all countries vote.

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will vote today for contenders to five non-permanent seats at the UN Security Council for 2021-22. The 193-member UNGA will hold elections for the post of president of the 75th session for not only the five non-permanent members but also members of the economic and social economic council under special voting due to COVID-19 restrictions.

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will vote today for contenders to five non-permanent seats at the UN Security Council for 2021-22. The 193-member UNGA will hold elections for the post of president of the 75th session for not only the five non-permanent members but also members of the economic and social economic council under special voting due to COVID-19 restrictions. Reports say India is widely expected to win the vote as a non-permanent member from the Asia-Pacific category as it is reportedly running unopposed from the block. However, there are other keenly contested seats up for grabs with Kenya and Djibouti fighting it out for the African seats and Canada, Ireland and Norway in a three-way battle to get two seats from the Western block. Kenya and Djibouti's faceoff for the African block is being keenly followed with Kenya asserting that it has the support of the African Union, however, Djibouti says it should be allowed to take the seat as Kenya has earlier taken the seat as part of the rotation process. A member needs to win two-thirds of the votes cast in order take the seat with 128 votes needed provided all countries vote.

UNSC to vote for five non-permanent seats today; India expected to sail through

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for an all-party meeting discuss the border tension with China.

''In order to discuss the situation in the India-China border areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for an all-party meeting at 5 PM on 19th June,'' Prime Minister Office said.

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At least 20 Indian soldiers and 35 Chinese army men were reportedly killed in the face-between the troops of the two countries on late Monday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for an all-party meeting discuss the border tension with China. ''In order to discuss the situation in the India-China border areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for an all-party meeting at 5 PM on 19th June,'' Prime Minister Office said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for an all-party meeting discuss the border tension with China. ''In order to discuss the situation in the India-China border areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for an all-party meeting at 5 PM on 19th June,'' Prime Minister Office said. In order to discuss the situation in the India-China border areas, Prime Minister @narendramodi has called for an all-party meeting at 5 PM on 19th June. Presidents of various political parties would take part in this virtual meeting. — PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 17, 2020 × ''Presidents of various political parties would take part in this virtual meeting,'' the PMO added. At least 20 Indian soldiers and 35 Chinese army men were reportedly killed in the face-between the troops of the two countries on late Monday.

PM Modi calls for all-party meet to discuss border tension with China

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on June 17 gave his condolences to the 20 soldiers who laid down their lives for India in a violent face-off with the Chinese army at Galwan valley in Ladakh. The minister tweeted "The loss of soldiers in Galwan is deeply disturbing and painful. Our soldiers displayed exemplary courage and valour in the line of duty and sacrificed their lives in the highest traditions of the Indian Army."

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reacts to soldiers martyred in Ladakh

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