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Congress legislators on Tuesday staged a protest with plastic snakes in the Madhya Pradesh assembly complex, accusing the BJP-led state government of sitting on government job vacancies like a serpent.
Congress MLAs, led by Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar, gathered in front of Mahatma Gandhi's statue with plastic snakes in baskets and raised slogans, accusing the state government of failing to provide jobs to the youth of the state.
Singhar claimed youngsters were running from pillar to post for jobs, while the government has stopped recruitment in the police, education, irrigation, and health departments.
"The BJP government is biting the unemployed youth of the state like a snake. This government is sitting like a serpent on job vacancies. Hence, we held this symbolic protest to awaken the government on the issue of unemployment," he said.
The Congress leader claimed that more than 70,000 posts are lying vacant in the education department alone, but the government has not paid attention.
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INDIA NEWS | Congress legislators on Tuesday staged a protest with plastic snakes in the Madhya Pradesh assembly complex, accusing the BJP-led state government of sitting on government job vacancies like a serpent.

Congress legislators on Tuesday staged a protest with plastic snakes in the Madhya Pradesh assembly complex, accusing the BJP-led state government of sitting on government job vacancies like a serpent. Congress MLAs, led by Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar, gathered in front of Mahatma Gandhi's statue with plastic snakes in baskets and raised slogans, accusing the state government of failing to provide jobs to the youth of the state. Singhar claimed youngsters were running from pillar to post for jobs, while the government has stopped recruitment in the police, education, irrigation, and health departments. "The BJP government is biting the unemployed youth of the state like a snake. This government is sitting like a serpent on job vacancies. Hence, we held this symbolic protest to awaken the government on the issue of unemployment," he said. The Congress leader claimed that more than 70,000 posts are lying vacant in the education department alone, but the government has not paid attention. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

‘Government sitting like a serpent’: Congress MLAs protest against BJP with plastic snakes

India has emerged as the world's second-largest importer of major arms in the period from 2020 to 2024, with war-torn Ukraine bagging the first spot.
Latest data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) shows that India imported 8.3 per cent of all major arms exports in the period.
Meanwhile, Ukraine imported 8.8 per cent of all major arms exports in 2020-24 period, as its imports increased nearly 100 times over (+9627 per cent) compared to 2015&ndash;19.&nbsp;
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<h2>India&rsquo;s arms imports</h2>
India&rsquo;s large arms imports, as per the SIPRI report, were largely driven by tensions with its neighbours Pakistan and China.
Even though between 2020 and 2024 India emerged as the second-largest arms importer globally, it actually decreased its imports by 9.3 per cent from 2015 to 2019. This drop, as per the report, &ldquo;At least partly the result of India&rsquo;s increasing ability to design and produce its own weapons, making it less reliant on imports.&rdquo;
For both Russia and France, India was the biggest export destination, even though imports from Moscow have reduced significantly from 72 per cent in 2015-19 to 55 per cent during 2020-24.
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Between 2020-24, the largest share of India&rsquo;s arms imports&mdash;36 per cent&mdash;came from Russia.&nbsp;
&ldquo;India is shifting its arms supply relations towards Western suppliers, most notably France, Israel, and the USA. Despite recent public declarations from the two sides that relations between India and Russia remain friendly, the shift is also visible in India&rsquo;s new and planned orders for major arms, most of which will come from Western suppliers,&rdquo; notes the report.
(With inputs from agencies)
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India News | World: Uncover the SIPRI report's findings on how India's defence strategies and arms imports are shaped by its complex relationships with Pakistan and China.

India has emerged as the world's second-largest importer of major arms in the period from 2020 to 2024, with war-torn Ukraine bagging the first spot. Latest data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) shows that India imported 8.3 per cent of all major arms exports in the period. Meanwhile, Ukraine imported 8.8 per cent of all major arms exports in 2020-24 period, as its imports increased nearly 100 times over (+9627 per cent) compared to 2015–19. Also read | ‘Werewolf Syndrome’: Indian boy secures Guinness World Record for 'hairiest face' India’s arms imports India’s large arms imports, as per the SIPRI report, were largely driven by tensions with its neighbours Pakistan and China. Even though between 2020 and 2024 India emerged as the second-largest arms importer globally, it actually decreased its imports by 9.3 per cent from 2015 to 2019. This drop, as per the report, “At least partly the result of India’s increasing ability to design and produce its own weapons, making it less reliant on imports.” For both Russia and France, India was the biggest export destination, even though imports from Moscow have reduced significantly from 72 per cent in 2015-19 to 55 per cent during 2020-24. Also read | Sudiksha Konanki: Was Indian-origin US student kidnapped? Here's what her family says Between 2020-24, the largest share of India’s arms imports—36 per cent—came from Russia. “India is shifting its arms supply relations towards Western suppliers, most notably France, Israel, and the USA. Despite recent public declarations from the two sides that relations between India and Russia remain friendly, the shift is also visible in India’s new and planned orders for major arms, most of which will come from Western suppliers,” notes the report. (With inputs from agencies)

India emerges as world’s second-largest arms importer after war-torn Ukraine, SIPRI data reveals

The Nalgonda court in India's southern state of Telangana awarded the death penalty to an convicted in a case of honour killing pertaining to 2018.
Subhash Sharma, the second accused in the case, was awarded the death penalty for the murder of Pranay, who belonged to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.
According to the police, the first accused&mdash;the father of deceased Pranay's wife&mdash;had hired Subhash to murder her son-in-law. The first accused had died by suicide earlier.
Nalgonda Superintendent of Police (SP) Sharat Chandra Pawar said that the chargesheet was filed in 2019, and a case was registered in 2018 under sections of the Prevention of Atrocities (PoA) Act, among others.
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"It is a case of honour killing where the girl's father had killed her husband, who belongs to an SC community, by hiring a gang. We have registered a case in 2018 in the SC/ST, conspiracy, and murder sections. Subsequently, we filed the chargesheet in 2019," SP Pawar said.
The SP said that accused numbers three to eight in this case have been sentenced to life imprisonment.
"Today, the court has given the judgment. The girl's father, who was A1, had committed suicide. A2, named Subhash Sharma, is the one who killed the victim. It was all recorded on video. A2 has got the death penalty. The other accused, A3 to A8, have got life convictions. A1 hired A2 to A5. A6 is the brother of the main accused. A7 and A8 are locals who drove the vehicle and did recce. The victim is Pranay," he added.
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India news | According to the police, the first accused—the father of deceased Pranay's wife—had hired Subhash to murder her son-in-law. The first accused had died by suicide earlier.

The Nalgonda court in India's southern state of Telangana awarded the death penalty to an convicted in a case of honour killing pertaining to 2018. Subhash Sharma, the second accused in the case, was awarded the death penalty for the murder of Pranay, who belonged to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community. According to the police, the first accused—the father of deceased Pranay's wife—had hired Subhash to murder her son-in-law. The first accused had died by suicide earlier. Nalgonda Superintendent of Police (SP) Sharat Chandra Pawar said that the chargesheet was filed in 2019, and a case was registered in 2018 under sections of the Prevention of Atrocities (PoA) Act, among others. Also read | Telangana tunnel collapse: One body of worker recovered; CM announces ex-gratia of $28,600 "It is a case of honour killing where the girl's father had killed her husband, who belongs to an SC community, by hiring a gang. We have registered a case in 2018 in the SC/ST, conspiracy, and murder sections. Subsequently, we filed the chargesheet in 2019," SP Pawar said. The SP said that accused numbers three to eight in this case have been sentenced to life imprisonment. "Today, the court has given the judgment. The girl's father, who was A1, had committed suicide. A2, named Subhash Sharma, is the one who killed the victim. It was all recorded on video. A2 has got the death penalty. The other accused, A3 to A8, have got life convictions. A1 hired A2 to A5. A6 is the brother of the main accused. A7 and A8 are locals who drove the vehicle and did recce. The victim is Pranay," he added. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Telangana court orders death sentence to man convicted in 2018 honour killing case

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The Durg Police has filed an FIR into an incident of obstructing and stoning of a vehicle that was part of the Enforcement Directorate team that searched the residence of former Chhattisgarh chief minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel in a case against his son, official sources said.
The complaint has been filed at the 'Old Bhilai' police station in the said district on Monday night by the driver of the private vehicle. The ED had raided Baghel's residence in Bhilai's Mansarovar Colony and 13 other locations in Durg as part of a money laundering investigation against his son Chaitanya Baghel in an alleged liquor scam case.
The searches went on for about eight hours, during which the ED seized about Rs 30 lakh in cash and some documents, according to sources.
The driver said in his complaint to the police that about 15&ndash;20 protestors stopped the four-wheeler while it was leaving around 4:30 pm on Monday from Baghel's residence, and some people climbed on the bonnet. Someone also hurled a stone that hit the front windshield of the vehicle, the FIR said.
The police has pressed sections related to rioting [191(2)], unlawful assembly (190), voluntary obstructing public servant (221), assault or use of criminal force against a public servant (132) and wrongful restraint [126(2)] of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and section 3 of the Public Property destruction law against a man identified as Bhilai resident Sunny Agarwal and 15-20 others.
The senior Baghel, 63, was present at the house during the action. He later questioned the motive of the ED raids even as the Congress said the raids against the Baghel's were a "conspiracy" to "manage headlines" on a day when Parliament's Budget session reconvened and the government faced questions from the opposition on multiple issues.
Chaitanya Baghel is expected to be summoned for questioning in the case at the ED office in Raipur.
The alleged liquor scam in the central Indian state, as per the ED, was orchestrated between 2019 and 2022 when Chhattisgarh was ruled by a Congress government led by CM Baghel.
The federal probe agency had earlier said the Chhattisgarh liquor "scam" resulted in "massive loss" to the state exchequer and filled the pockets of the beneficiaries of a liquor syndicate with more than Rs 2,100 crore of proceeds of crime.
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Protesters in Durg blocked an ED vehicle and pelted stones during a raid at Bhupesh Baghel's home, leading to an FIR being filed for obstructing the enforcement action.

The Durg Police has filed an FIR into an incident of obstructing and stoning of a vehicle that was part of the Enforcement Directorate team that searched the residence of former Chhattisgarh chief minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel in a case against his son, official sources said. The complaint has been filed at the 'Old Bhilai' police station in the said district on Monday night by the driver of the private vehicle. The ED had raided Baghel's residence in Bhilai's Mansarovar Colony and 13 other locations in Durg as part of a money laundering investigation against his son Chaitanya Baghel in an alleged liquor scam case. The searches went on for about eight hours, during which the ED seized about Rs 30 lakh in cash and some documents, according to sources. The driver said in his complaint to the police that about 15–20 protestors stopped the four-wheeler while it was leaving around 4:30 pm on Monday from Baghel's residence, and some people climbed on the bonnet. Someone also hurled a stone that hit the front windshield of the vehicle, the FIR said. The police has pressed sections related to rioting [191(2)], unlawful assembly (190), voluntary obstructing public servant (221), assault or use of criminal force against a public servant (132) and wrongful restraint [126(2)] of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and section 3 of the Public Property destruction law against a man identified as Bhilai resident Sunny Agarwal and 15-20 others. The senior Baghel, 63, was present at the house during the action. He later questioned the motive of the ED raids even as the Congress said the raids against the Baghel's were a "conspiracy" to "manage headlines" on a day when Parliament's Budget session reconvened and the government faced questions from the opposition on multiple issues. Chaitanya Baghel is expected to be summoned for questioning in the case at the ED office in Raipur. The alleged liquor scam in the central Indian state, as per the ED, was orchestrated between 2019 and 2022 when Chhattisgarh was ruled by a Congress government led by CM Baghel. The federal probe agency had earlier said the Chhattisgarh liquor "scam" resulted in "massive loss" to the state exchequer and filled the pockets of the beneficiaries of a liquor syndicate with more than Rs 2,100 crore of proceeds of crime. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Protesters block ED vehicle, pelt stones during raid at Bhupesh Baghel's home; FIR filed in Durg

Sudiksha Konanki - a 20-year-old Indian-origin student of the University of Pittsburgh - might have been kidnapped, her family has claimed. The student, who mysteriously disappeared, was on a spring break in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Last time, she was seen at a beach in the morning.&nbsp;
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Although local authorities believe Sudiksha might have drowned after she jumped into the ocean, her family filed a complaint seeking further investigation and claiming that she might have been the victim of a "crime" or "kidnapping".&nbsp;
&ldquo;While it is possible that Sudiksha drowned, there is a growing suspicion that there may be a crime, specifically the possibility of kidnapping,&rdquo; her family said, WTOP reported.&nbsp;
<h2>'It&rsquo;s four days...'</h2>
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Sudiksha's father - Subbarayudu Konanki - said, &ldquo;It&rsquo;s four days, and if she was in water, she would likely have been strewn to shore."&nbsp;
&ldquo;She&rsquo;s not found, so we&rsquo;re asking them to investigate multiple options, like kidnapping or abduction," he added, as per the WTOP report.&nbsp;
Sudiksha's father, along with her mother and two family friends, flew from their home in Virginia to Punta Cana after learning Sudiksha was missing. They have filed a complaint urging the Dominican authorities to take "immediate" steps to investigate their daughter's case. "Not only the possibility of an accidental drowning, but also the possibility of a kidnapping or foul play," they said in the complaint.
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&ldquo;Her belongings, including personal items like her phone and wallet, were left with her friends, which is unusual because she always carried her phone with her,&rdquo; the complaint added.&nbsp;
The authorities said that investigators were questioning a &ldquo;young man&rdquo; who was last seen with her swimming at the beach.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

India News | Trending | World | Sudiksha Konanki, a -year-old Indian-origin student, has mysteriously disappeared during her spring break in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, raising serious concerns.

Sudiksha Konanki - a 20-year-old Indian-origin student of the University of Pittsburgh - might have been kidnapped, her family has claimed. The student, who mysteriously disappeared, was on a spring break in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Last time, she was seen at a beach in the morning. Also read: Sudiksha Konanki: Indian-origin US student reportedly drowned in Dominican Republic. What happened? Although local authorities believe Sudiksha might have drowned after she jumped into the ocean, her family filed a complaint seeking further investigation and claiming that she might have been the victim of a "crime" or "kidnapping". “While it is possible that Sudiksha drowned, there is a growing suspicion that there may be a crime, specifically the possibility of kidnapping,” her family said, WTOP reported. 'It’s four days...' Also read: Missing Hawaii woman case: Was unaware of media frenzy, says Hannah Kobayashi after her return Sudiksha's father - Subbarayudu Konanki - said, “It’s four days, and if she was in water, she would likely have been strewn to shore." “She’s not found, so we’re asking them to investigate multiple options, like kidnapping or abduction," he added, as per the WTOP report. Sudiksha's father, along with her mother and two family friends, flew from their home in Virginia to Punta Cana after learning Sudiksha was missing. They have filed a complaint urging the Dominican authorities to take "immediate" steps to investigate their daughter's case. "Not only the possibility of an accidental drowning, but also the possibility of a kidnapping or foul play," they said in the complaint. Also read: Hannah Kobayashi, 'voluntarily missing' Hawaii woman, found: Police and family “Her belongings, including personal items like her phone and wallet, were left with her friends, which is unusual because she always carried her phone with her,” the complaint added. The authorities said that investigators were questioning a “young man” who was last seen with her swimming at the beach. Also read: Father of missing Hawaii woman Hannah Kobayashi kills self (With inputs from agencies)

Sudiksha Konanki: Was Indian-origin US student kidnapped? Here's what her family said

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Karnataka Police have apprehended the third accused in the Hampi gang rape case, the police officials said on Monday. He had been on the run since the incident.
The accused has been identified as Saranabasava (27) who was working as a carpenter. He was arrested by Gangavathi Rural Police from Tamil Nadu's capital city, Chennai, and has been brought to Karnataka.
Speaking to ANI, Superintendent of Police of Koppal, Ram Arasiddi, said that if it necessary, the accused would be taken into police custody.
"As I had told previously, we have taken this incident very seriously and we had formed teams... We visited the spot as well. Based on the information and some technical help, we had earlier arrested two persons. The other person, Saranabasava (27), who was absconding, has been arrested from Chennai, Tamil Nadu. We have brought him here. All the legal procedures will be done today. If necessary, we will take him into police custody also," Arasiddi told ANI.
The official stated that the police have heightened the security measures and increased patrolling in the areas in view of the incident.
He said, "As a matter of seriousness, we have increased patrolling in these areas and even inspecting these areas... Now repeatedly, we have been checking all the resorts during the night also... We have been using NDPS kits also for this and have booked ten cases in the last three months. So, in the coming days also, we will continue the surprise visits, if any contraband or any violation, we will register the case."
Two women, including an Israeli national, were allegedly raped by three men near the Hampi heritage site in Karnataka's Vijayanagara district on the night of March 6, Koppal police said on Saturday.
A male tourist accompanying them was later found dead, they added.
According to police, a 29-year-old homestay operator, three male tourists, and an Israeli tourist had gone to the Tungabhadra Canal near Sanapur Lake to stargaze. They were sitting near the canal, playing guitar and stargazing, when the accused approached them and asked where they could get petrol.
"On the night of March 6, after dinner, we decided to go and watch the stars at night. We took our scooters and rode to the bank of the Tungabhadra Canal, near Durgamma Gudi, near Sanapur Lake. While we were watching the stars and playing the guitar, around 10:30 pm, three men approached us on a motorcycle, asking for petrol in Kannada," the homestay operator alleged.
She told them that there was no petrol station nearby and that they could find petrol in Sanapur. One of the three men suddenly demanded 100 rupees. "Since they did not know us, I told them that I did not have any money with me. However, as they repeatedly insisted, one of the male tourists gave them 20 rupees," the complainant said.
When they refused to give them more money, the accused started arguing and threatening them with stones. Two of the accused allegedly assaulted and raped the homestay operator and Israeli tourist, while the third pushed the male tourists into the water canal, she alleged.
According to the FIR, two of the accused assaulted the homestay operator, and the third man aggressively pushed the three male tourists into the canal. The accused also hit her with stones. "I was seriously bleeding...Two of the accused joined forces and dragged me to the side of the canal. One of them strangled me and took off my clothes. One by one they forcibly beat me and raped me," the homestay operator alleged in her complaint.
She further said that the accused also snatched her bag and took away her two mobile phones and Rs 9500 in cash. Similarly, one of the accused dragged the Israeli tourist away and raped her.
"While we were screaming and crying, the three men left with their motorcycle," she alleged.
She also mentioned that the accused spoke Kannada and Telugu and that she might be able to recognize them.
Based on their complaint, a case has been registered at Gangavathi Rural Police Station under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, including charges of attempt to murder, robbery, and rape.
Koppal Superintendent of Police Ram Arasiddi said that two suspects have been arrested in Gangavathi in connection with the case.
"On March 6, five people - two women and three men - were attacked by three miscreants. The attackers assaulted the three men and sexually abused the two women. Based on the victims' complaint, we have registered a case of attempted murder, robbery, and rape," SP Arasiddi said.
"Based on the information provided, we have arrested two suspects, Sai Mallu and Chethan Sai, both from Gangavathi. A third accused is still at large, but we have identified him and will catch him soon," he added.
The police were further looking into the case.
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India news: The official stated that the police have heightened the security measures and increased patrolling in the areas in view of the incident.

Karnataka Police have apprehended the third accused in the Hampi gang rape case, the police officials said on Monday. He had been on the run since the incident. The accused has been identified as Saranabasava (27) who was working as a carpenter. He was arrested by Gangavathi Rural Police from Tamil Nadu's capital city, Chennai, and has been brought to Karnataka. Speaking to ANI, Superintendent of Police of Koppal, Ram Arasiddi, said that if it necessary, the accused would be taken into police custody. "As I had told previously, we have taken this incident very seriously and we had formed teams... We visited the spot as well. Based on the information and some technical help, we had earlier arrested two persons. The other person, Saranabasava (27), who was absconding, has been arrested from Chennai, Tamil Nadu. We have brought him here. All the legal procedures will be done today. If necessary, we will take him into police custody also," Arasiddi told ANI. The official stated that the police have heightened the security measures and increased patrolling in the areas in view of the incident. He said, "As a matter of seriousness, we have increased patrolling in these areas and even inspecting these areas... Now repeatedly, we have been checking all the resorts during the night also... We have been using NDPS kits also for this and have booked ten cases in the last three months. So, in the coming days also, we will continue the surprise visits, if any contraband or any violation, we will register the case." Two women, including an Israeli national, were allegedly raped by three men near the Hampi heritage site in Karnataka's Vijayanagara district on the night of March 6, Koppal police said on Saturday. A male tourist accompanying them was later found dead, they added. According to police, a 29-year-old homestay operator, three male tourists, and an Israeli tourist had gone to the Tungabhadra Canal near Sanapur Lake to stargaze. They were sitting near the canal, playing guitar and stargazing, when the accused approached them and asked where they could get petrol. "On the night of March 6, after dinner, we decided to go and watch the stars at night. We took our scooters and rode to the bank of the Tungabhadra Canal, near Durgamma Gudi, near Sanapur Lake. While we were watching the stars and playing the guitar, around 10:30 pm, three men approached us on a motorcycle, asking for petrol in Kannada," the homestay operator alleged. She told them that there was no petrol station nearby and that they could find petrol in Sanapur. One of the three men suddenly demanded 100 rupees. "Since they did not know us, I told them that I did not have any money with me. However, as they repeatedly insisted, one of the male tourists gave them 20 rupees," the complainant said. When they refused to give them more money, the accused started arguing and threatening them with stones. Two of the accused allegedly assaulted and raped the homestay operator and Israeli tourist, while the third pushed the male tourists into the water canal, she alleged. According to the FIR, two of the accused assaulted the homestay operator, and the third man aggressively pushed the three male tourists into the canal. The accused also hit her with stones. "I was seriously bleeding...Two of the accused joined forces and dragged me to the side of the canal. One of them strangled me and took off my clothes. One by one they forcibly beat me and raped me," the homestay operator alleged in her complaint. She further said that the accused also snatched her bag and took away her two mobile phones and Rs 9500 in cash. Similarly, one of the accused dragged the Israeli tourist away and raped her. "While we were screaming and crying, the three men left with their motorcycle," she alleged. She also mentioned that the accused spoke Kannada and Telugu and that she might be able to recognize them. Based on their complaint, a case has been registered at Gangavathi Rural Police Station under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, including charges of attempt to murder, robbery, and rape. Koppal Superintendent of Police Ram Arasiddi said that two suspects have been arrested in Gangavathi in connection with the case. "On March 6, five people - two women and three men - were attacked by three miscreants. The attackers assaulted the three men and sexually abused the two women. Based on the victims' complaint, we have registered a case of attempted murder, robbery, and rape," SP Arasiddi said. "Based on the information provided, we have arrested two suspects, Sai Mallu and Chethan Sai, both from Gangavathi. A third accused is still at large, but we have identified him and will catch him soon," he added. The police were further looking into the case. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Karnataka Police arrests third accused in Hampi gang rape case

Officials from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducting searches at former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel&rsquo;s residence were attacked by a group of individuals. The searches were part of an ongoing money laundering investigation involving his son, Chaitanya Baghel, in connection with an alleged liquor scam.
According to ED officials, the attack was carried out by individuals believed to be Congress workers protesting against the searches. A vehicle belonging to a deputy director-level ED officer was also damaged during the incident. Visuals from the site showed a large crowd surrounding ED personnel and physically confronting them.
<h2>ED conducts searches at multiple locations</h2>
The ED searched around 14-15 locations across Chhattisgarh, including the premises of Chaitanya Baghel in Bhilai and those linked to his associate, Laxmi Narayan Bansal, also known as Pappu Bansal. The raids were conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Officials stated that Chaitanya Baghel shares his Bhilai accommodation with his father, Bhupesh Baghel, making the property relevant to the investigation. They suspect that Chaitanya Baghel received financial benefits from the alleged scam.
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<h2>Bhupesh Baghel responds to ED searches</h2>
Following the raid, Bhupesh Baghel revealed that the ED recovered Rs 33 lakh in cash from his residence. He explained that the amount was found among family members, including his wife, daughters, son, and daughter-in-law. Baghel attributed the cash to income from farming and dairy activities on their 140-acre landholding.
&ldquo;I was reading the newspaper and having tea when the ED team arrived. I welcomed them and told them I had been expecting them for a long time. My family and I engage in farming, and the cash found was what we had already declared. It included streedhan (jewellery) as well,&rdquo; Baghel said in a statement quoted by ANI.
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<h2>Baghel criticises ED actions</h2>
Baghel alleged that the ED attempted to create an unnecessary spectacle by using currency-counting machines during the search. &ldquo;A perception was created that large sums were being counted. ₹33 lakh is not an unusually large amount for a joint family involved in agriculture,&rdquo; he said.
He further claimed that the raids were politically motivated, linking them to his questioning of the ruling BJP government in the state assembly. &ldquo;Kawasi Lakhma asked questions in the assembly, and ED raided his home within eight days. I questioned Vijay Sharma about housing for the poor, and within four days, they arrived at my residence,&rdquo; Baghel remarked.
The ED has not officially commented on Baghel&rsquo;s statements, while investigations into the alleged liquor scam continue.

India News: The ED searched around 14-15 locations across Chhattisgarh, including the premises of Chaitanya Baghel in Bhilai and those linked to his associate, Laxmi Narayan Bansal, also known as Pappu Bansal.

Officials from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducting searches at former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel’s residence were attacked by a group of individuals. The searches were part of an ongoing money laundering investigation involving his son, Chaitanya Baghel, in connection with an alleged liquor scam. According to ED officials, the attack was carried out by individuals believed to be Congress workers protesting against the searches. A vehicle belonging to a deputy director-level ED officer was also damaged during the incident. Visuals from the site showed a large crowd surrounding ED personnel and physically confronting them. ED conducts searches at multiple locations The ED searched around 14-15 locations across Chhattisgarh, including the premises of Chaitanya Baghel in Bhilai and those linked to his associate, Laxmi Narayan Bansal, also known as Pappu Bansal. The raids were conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Officials stated that Chaitanya Baghel shares his Bhilai accommodation with his father, Bhupesh Baghel, making the property relevant to the investigation. They suspect that Chaitanya Baghel received financial benefits from the alleged scam. Also read: CCTV footage captures as armed robbers steal jewellery worth over $2mn from Tanishq showroom in Bihar Bhupesh Baghel responds to ED searches Following the raid, Bhupesh Baghel revealed that the ED recovered Rs 33 lakh in cash from his residence. He explained that the amount was found among family members, including his wife, daughters, son, and daughter-in-law. Baghel attributed the cash to income from farming and dairy activities on their 140-acre landholding. “I was reading the newspaper and having tea when the ED team arrived. I welcomed them and told them I had been expecting them for a long time. My family and I engage in farming, and the cash found was what we had already declared. It included streedhan (jewellery) as well,” Baghel said in a statement quoted by ANI. Also read: Government cracks down on tobacco, alcohol advertisements in Indian Premier League Baghel criticises ED actions Baghel alleged that the ED attempted to create an unnecessary spectacle by using currency-counting machines during the search. “A perception was created that large sums were being counted. ₹33 lakh is not an unusually large amount for a joint family involved in agriculture,” he said. He further claimed that the raids were politically motivated, linking them to his questioning of the ruling BJP government in the state assembly. “Kawasi Lakhma asked questions in the assembly, and ED raided his home within eight days. I questioned Vijay Sharma about housing for the poor, and within four days, they arrived at my residence,” Baghel remarked. The ED has not officially commented on Baghel’s statements, while investigations into the alleged liquor scam continue.

ED raids former Congress CM's residence, officials attacked by mob

In a shocking incident, armed robbers stormed a jewellery showroom in Bihar's Arrah in broad daylight on Monday (Mar 10), looting jewellery worth Rs 25 crore ($2,862,000).
According to news agency PTI, the robbery took place at the Gopali Chowk branch of Tanishq showroom in the Arrah police station area. The whole ordeal was captured on the CCTV camera inside the showroom.
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The CCTV camera footage shows armed men barging into the showroom as they order the staff to gather on one side. After that, they can be seen collecting jewellery and cash from several counters and the ones on display.
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VIDEO | Armed robbers stormed a Tanishq showroom in Bihar's Arrah this morning and looted jewellery worth crores. The robbery took place at the Gopali Chowk branch in the Arrah police station area and the incident was caught in the CCTV installed inside the showroom. (Video&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/sU44vmpWwo">pic.twitter.com/sU44vmpWwo</a>
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<h2>Showroom staff claims police did not respond</h2>
According to the showroom manager, Kumar Mrityunjay, the thieves took cash, gold chains, necklaces, bangles, and some diamonds. He further said that the police did not respond to the call at first.
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&ldquo;Jewellery worth Rs 25 crore has been looted, cash is in addition to that... chain, necklaces, bangles, and some diamonds... This is a lapse by the authorities. It was morning time, not evening or night. We were calling the police, but did not receive any response,&rdquo; Mrityunjay told PTI.
He also said that two of the showroom executives were injured. The robbers hit them with a revolver on the head. He added that there were about eight-nine perpetrators.
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According to security guard Manoj Kumar, the robbery happened shortly after the store was opened at 10 am.
&ldquo;Six criminals arrived in a car, parking it across the street. As per showroom policy, we do not allow groups of more than four to enter at once, so we permitted them entry in pairs. When the sixth person arrived, he held a pistol to my head, snatched my weapon, and assaulted me. Then, they started filling their bags with jewellery,&rdquo; he said, according to IANS.
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Following the brazen incident, the company&rsquo;s senior representatives from Patna and police officials arrived at the scene.
A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway. According to a HT report, two people have been arrested in connection with the daring daylight robbery.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | According to news agency PTI, the robbery took place at the Gopali Chowk branch of Tanishq showroom in the Arrah police station area.

In a shocking incident, armed robbers stormed a jewellery showroom in Bihar's Arrah in broad daylight on Monday (Mar 10), looting jewellery worth Rs 25 crore ($2,862,000). According to news agency PTI, the robbery took place at the Gopali Chowk branch of Tanishq showroom in the Arrah police station area. The whole ordeal was captured on the CCTV camera inside the showroom. Also read | Nitish Kumar expands Bihar cabinet ahead of budget session, 7 BJP MLAs take oath The CCTV camera footage shows armed men barging into the showroom as they order the staff to gather on one side. After that, they can be seen collecting jewellery and cash from several counters and the ones on display. VIDEO | Armed robbers stormed a Tanishq showroom in Bihar's Arrah this morning and looted jewellery worth crores. The robbery took place at the Gopali Chowk branch in the Arrah police station area and the incident was caught in the CCTV installed inside the showroom. (Video… pic.twitter.com/sU44vmpWwo — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 10, 2025 Showroom staff claims police did not respond According to the showroom manager, Kumar Mrityunjay, the thieves took cash, gold chains, necklaces, bangles, and some diamonds. He further said that the police did not respond to the call at first. Also read | Maha Kumbh 2025: Bihar women on train without tickets say 'Modiji allowed'; leave railway officials stunned “Jewellery worth Rs 25 crore has been looted, cash is in addition to that... chain, necklaces, bangles, and some diamonds... This is a lapse by the authorities. It was morning time, not evening or night. We were calling the police, but did not receive any response,” Mrityunjay told PTI. He also said that two of the showroom executives were injured. The robbers hit them with a revolver on the head. He added that there were about eight-nine perpetrators. Also read | ‘Dare say this on record, I would…’: Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla warns DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran amid ruckus According to security guard Manoj Kumar, the robbery happened shortly after the store was opened at 10 am. “Six criminals arrived in a car, parking it across the street. As per showroom policy, we do not allow groups of more than four to enter at once, so we permitted them entry in pairs. When the sixth person arrived, he held a pistol to my head, snatched my weapon, and assaulted me. Then, they started filling their bags with jewellery,” he said, according to IANS. Also read | Security threat forces Air India’s New York-bound flight to return to Mumbai Following the brazen incident, the company’s senior representatives from Patna and police officials arrived at the scene. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway. According to a HT report, two people have been arrested in connection with the daring daylight robbery. (With inputs from agencies)

CCTV footage captures armed men looting jewellery worth over $2mn from Tanishq showroom in Bihar

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla rebuked Dravida Munnetra Kazhagamm (DMK) MP Dayanidhi Maran on Monday (Mar 10), warning of taking action against him amid protests in Lok Sabha over the &lsquo;Hindi&rsquo; imposition row.&nbsp;
Birla challenged the MP that if he made such remarks on record, he would suspend him from the house.
&ldquo;I gave you time. I allowed the minister to speak. This is not the right way. You may please sit on the seat. Respected member, be wary while you speak. I dare you say this on record, I would send you out of the house,&rdquo; Birla told Maran amid the Lok Sabha ruckus.
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Chaos erupted in the Lok Sabha on Monday (Mar 10) amid confrontation between the government and the opposition over the alleged &lsquo;Hindi&rsquo; language imposition through the National Education Policy (NEP).
The house was adjourned by the speaker till 12 pm. After the house reconvened, DMK leader Kanimozhi raised concerns over Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's remarks of calling DMK MPs &ldquo;uncivilised&rdquo;.
Following the objection, Pradhan said that if the word hurt anyone, he was ready to withdraw it. The word has been expunged from the Parliament's record.
As DMK MPs, including Maran, continued to protest in the house, the speaker objected to Maran&rsquo;s words and gave him the warning.
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&ldquo;If the government doesn't take action, I will make sure there is one,&rdquo; said Birla.&nbsp;
Union Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju also registered objections to the MP's remarks, saying, &ldquo;I condemn whatever Dayanidhi Maran has said raising questions on the chair.&rdquo;
<h2>Why did ruckus break out in parliament?</h2>
The second leg of the Parliament Budget Session started at 11 am as the opposition and the government had a confrontation over the alleged imposition of the &lsquo;Hindi&rsquo; language through the National Education Policy (NEP).
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The DMK MPs walked into the well, protesting against the issue. They accused the Centre of withholding education funds and questioned whether using school funds as a tool to retaliate against a state government was justified.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan refuted the claims of Hindi imposition, accusing the protesting members of misleading the country on NEP.&nbsp;
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The first leg of the Budget Session ended on February 13, and the ongoing second will run until April 4, with 20 sessions scheduled.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | Chaos erupted in the Lok Sabha on Monday (Mar 10) amid confrontation between the government and the Opposition over the alleged ‘Hindi’ language imposition through the National Education Policy (NEP).

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla rebuked Dravida Munnetra Kazhagamm (DMK) MP Dayanidhi Maran on Monday (Mar 10), warning of taking action against him amid protests in Lok Sabha over the ‘Hindi’ imposition row. Birla challenged the MP that if he made such remarks on record, he would suspend him from the house. “I gave you time. I allowed the minister to speak. This is not the right way. You may please sit on the seat. Respected member, be wary while you speak. I dare you say this on record, I would send you out of the house,” Birla told Maran amid the Lok Sabha ruckus. Also read | Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges newlywed couples to ‘give birth immediately’ amid delimitation concerns Chaos erupted in the Lok Sabha on Monday (Mar 10) amid confrontation between the government and the opposition over the alleged ‘Hindi’ language imposition through the National Education Policy (NEP). The house was adjourned by the speaker till 12 pm. After the house reconvened, DMK leader Kanimozhi raised concerns over Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's remarks of calling DMK MPs “uncivilised”. Following the objection, Pradhan said that if the word hurt anyone, he was ready to withdraw it. The word has been expunged from the Parliament's record. As DMK MPs, including Maran, continued to protest in the house, the speaker objected to Maran’s words and gave him the warning. Also read | 'Must know Hindi to buy tea...': MK Stalin's latest jibe on BJP's third-language formula under NEP “If the government doesn't take action, I will make sure there is one,” said Birla. Union Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju also registered objections to the MP's remarks, saying, “I condemn whatever Dayanidhi Maran has said raising questions on the chair.” Why did ruckus break out in parliament? The second leg of the Parliament Budget Session started at 11 am as the opposition and the government had a confrontation over the alleged imposition of the ‘Hindi’ language through the National Education Policy (NEP). Also read | India: Union Minister Amit Shah directs security forces to ensure free movement in Manipur from March 8 The DMK MPs walked into the well, protesting against the issue. They accused the Centre of withholding education funds and questioned whether using school funds as a tool to retaliate against a state government was justified. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan refuted the claims of Hindi imposition, accusing the protesting members of misleading the country on NEP. Also read | Stormy Budget session: Opposition set to raise US tariffs, voter rolls, delimitation and Waqf bill The first leg of the Budget Session ended on February 13, and the ongoing second will run until April 4, with 20 sessions scheduled. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Dare say this on record, I would…’: Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla warns DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran amid ruckus

A security threat forced an Air India plane in flight from Mumbai to New York to return eight hours after it took off on Monday (Mar 10). Media reports claimed that the crew found a note in the washroom of the aircraft with a threat of blast. There were a total of 303 passengers and 19 crew members on board.&nbsp;
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The Boeing 777 aircraft changed course and returned to Mumbai. The incident happened when the flight was flying over Azerbaijan.&nbsp;
In a statement, the airline said, "A potential security threat was detected mid-flight on AI119 operating Mumbai-New York (JFK) today, 10 March 2025."&nbsp;
The flight landed safely at Mumbai International Airport at 10.25 am (IST) after following standard security protocols. Immediately, the security agencies initiated mandatory checks on the aircraft.&nbsp;
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As quoted in local reports, a senior police officer of the Mumbai Police's Zone 8 said, "It is like a usual threat note found in the toilet, and with that, further investigation is on according to standard procedure."&nbsp;
"After following the necessary protocols, the flight air-returned to Mumbai, in the interest of the safety and security of all on board. The flight landed safely back in Mumbai at 1025 Hrs (local time)," the airline added.&nbsp;
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The airline stated that the aircraft underwent mandatory checks by security agencies, and the flight has been rescheduled to operate at 5:00 am (local time) on March 11.&nbsp;
The airline informed that all passengers have been offered hotel accommodation, meals, and other assistance until then.&nbsp;
"Our colleagues on the ground are making sure to minimise the inconvenience caused to our passengers by this disruption," it said.
The airline has assured full cooperation with authorities to ensure a thorough investigation.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

India news | The flight's return was in the interest of safety. It is rescheduled to depart 5:00 am (local time) on March 11. Passengers received hotel accommodations and meals.

A security threat forced an Air India plane in flight from Mumbai to New York to return eight hours after it took off on Monday (Mar 10). Media reports claimed that the crew found a note in the washroom of the aircraft with a threat of blast. There were a total of 303 passengers and 19 crew members on board. Also read: Mars 1,000,000 BC: 'Mind-reading spy' claims he saw people 'dying' on the red planet The Boeing 777 aircraft changed course and returned to Mumbai. The incident happened when the flight was flying over Azerbaijan. In a statement, the airline said, "A potential security threat was detected mid-flight on AI119 operating Mumbai-New York (JFK) today, 10 March 2025." The flight landed safely at Mumbai International Airport at 10.25 am (IST) after following standard security protocols. Immediately, the security agencies initiated mandatory checks on the aircraft. Also read: Syria’s new leader vows investigation into mass killings of Alawite civilians. Who are they? As quoted in local reports, a senior police officer of the Mumbai Police's Zone 8 said, "It is like a usual threat note found in the toilet, and with that, further investigation is on according to standard procedure." "After following the necessary protocols, the flight air-returned to Mumbai, in the interest of the safety and security of all on board. The flight landed safely back in Mumbai at 1025 Hrs (local time)," the airline added. Also read:Delhi-Mumbai Air India flight sends 'false' hijack alert soon after takeoff. What went wrong? The airline stated that the aircraft underwent mandatory checks by security agencies, and the flight has been rescheduled to operate at 5:00 am (local time) on March 11. The airline informed that all passengers have been offered hotel accommodation, meals, and other assistance until then. "Our colleagues on the ground are making sure to minimise the inconvenience caused to our passengers by this disruption," it said. The airline has assured full cooperation with authorities to ensure a thorough investigation. Also read: Telangana tunnel collapse: One body of worker recovered as CM announces ex-gratia of $28,600 (With inputs from agencies)

Security threat forces Air India’s New York-bound flight to return to Mumbai

Security forces arrested at least 12 militants belonging to different proscribed outfits in Manipur in the last two days, police said on Monday.
Three active cadres of the banned United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) were held from Langol Type-II area in Imphal West, along with a member of the Kanglei Yaol Kanna Lup (KYKL) in Tengnoupal district along the India-Myanmar border on Saturday, they said.
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On Sunday, police arrested a woman cadre of the outlawed National Revolutionary Front of Manipur from Imphal East district.
Five members of the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak PREPAK (Pro) were also apprehended in two separate operations at Khongman Nandeibam Leikai in Imphal East district and Heinoupok in Imphal West district on Sunday, police said.
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Two active cadres of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) were arrested from Lamphel and Samurou in Imphal West district, they added.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

India news | On Sunday, police arrested a woman cadre of the outlawed National Revolutionary Front of Manipur from Imphal East district. Security forces arrested 12 militants belonging to different proscribed outfits in the last two days.

Security forces arrested at least 12 militants belonging to different proscribed outfits in Manipur in the last two days, police said on Monday. Three active cadres of the banned United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) were held from Langol Type-II area in Imphal West, along with a member of the Kanglei Yaol Kanna Lup (KYKL) in Tengnoupal district along the India-Myanmar border on Saturday, they said. Also read | Manipur violence: At least 1 killed, dozens injured; locals defy free movement directive On Sunday, police arrested a woman cadre of the outlawed National Revolutionary Front of Manipur from Imphal East district. Five members of the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak PREPAK (Pro) were also apprehended in two separate operations at Khongman Nandeibam Leikai in Imphal East district and Heinoupok in Imphal West district on Sunday, police said. Also read | ‘Cherry picking of situations’: India slams UN rights chief’s ‘baseless’ remarks on Manipur, Kashmir Two active cadres of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) were arrested from Lamphel and Samurou in Imphal West district, they added. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Manipur violence: At least 12 militants arrested by police in two days

TDP MP K Appala Naidu has sparked debate after announcing ₹50,000 for families welcoming a third girl child and gifting cows for boys. The offer comes after the Andhra Pradesh CM encouraged families to have more children.

TDP MP offers ₹50,000 for girl, cows for boy as birth incentive

The rescue teams traced the body of a worker from the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel, which collapsed on February 22 in Nagarkurnool, entrapping eight workers.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy expressed condolences over the death of the worker, identified as Gurpreet Singh, an official statement from Telangana CMO read.
The chief minister also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 25 lakhs for the kin of the deceased.
The rescue teams had recovered one body on Sunday, as per officials.
The Kerala cadaver dog squad, roped in to assist in the rescue efforts, found human remains inside the tunnel.
According to rescue officials, the deceased was found trapped in a machine inside the collapsed section of the tunnel.
"We found one dead body stuck in the machine, with only the hand visible. The rescue teams are currently cutting the machine to retrieve the stuck body," said the official.
On Saturday, Telangana Minister for Irrigation and Civil Supplies Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that robotic technology had been deployed to accelerate the ongoing rescue operations at the SLBC tunnel near Domalapenta in the Nagarkurnool district, where eight workers remain trapped.
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Calling the incident a national disaster, he emphasised that the state government is utilizing the best global technology to overcome the challenges in the final stretch of the 14-kilometre-long tunnel. Visiting the site, he reviewed the situation with officials from multiple national agencies, including State Disaster Management Secretary Arvind Kumar and Army Commandant Parikshit Mehra, who are overseeing the rescue efforts.
Uttam Kumar Reddy informed that cadaver dogs from Kerala detected a strong odour at a specific location, indicating the presence of three individuals. He assured that the government would provide full support to the families of the missing workers. The minister also reviewed the ongoing dewatering and desilting efforts, confirming that updates would be provided after a review on March 11.
Despite continuous efforts by 11 national-level rescue teams over the past two weeks, locating and retrieving the trapped workers has remained a challenge. The government has consulted tunnel construction and rescue experts from across the globe to determine the safest course of action. On Saturday, 525 personnel were engaged in the rescue efforts.
On February 22, a three-metre section of the roof of an under-construction stretch of the SLBC tunnel collapsed at the 14 km mark near Domalapenta in Nagarkurnool district in Telangana. The collapse occurred just four days after construction work had resumed following a lengthy hiatus. While some workers managed to escape, the eight remained trapped.&nbsp;
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India news | The Kerala cadaver dog squad roped in to assist in the rescue efforts found human remains inside the tunnel. The deceased was found trapped in a machine inside the collapsed section of the tunnel.

The rescue teams traced the body of a worker from the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel, which collapsed on February 22 in Nagarkurnool, entrapping eight workers. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy expressed condolences over the death of the worker, identified as Gurpreet Singh, an official statement from Telangana CMO read. The chief minister also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 25 lakhs for the kin of the deceased. The rescue teams had recovered one body on Sunday, as per officials. The Kerala cadaver dog squad, roped in to assist in the rescue efforts, found human remains inside the tunnel. According to rescue officials, the deceased was found trapped in a machine inside the collapsed section of the tunnel. "We found one dead body stuck in the machine, with only the hand visible. The rescue teams are currently cutting the machine to retrieve the stuck body," said the official. On Saturday, Telangana Minister for Irrigation and Civil Supplies Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that robotic technology had been deployed to accelerate the ongoing rescue operations at the SLBC tunnel near Domalapenta in the Nagarkurnool district, where eight workers remain trapped. Also read | India: Telangana tunnel collapse could have been averted? 2020 report reveals warnings overlooked Calling the incident a national disaster, he emphasised that the state government is utilizing the best global technology to overcome the challenges in the final stretch of the 14-kilometre-long tunnel. Visiting the site, he reviewed the situation with officials from multiple national agencies, including State Disaster Management Secretary Arvind Kumar and Army Commandant Parikshit Mehra, who are overseeing the rescue efforts. Uttam Kumar Reddy informed that cadaver dogs from Kerala detected a strong odour at a specific location, indicating the presence of three individuals. He assured that the government would provide full support to the families of the missing workers. The minister also reviewed the ongoing dewatering and desilting efforts, confirming that updates would be provided after a review on March 11. Despite continuous efforts by 11 national-level rescue teams over the past two weeks, locating and retrieving the trapped workers has remained a challenge. The government has consulted tunnel construction and rescue experts from across the globe to determine the safest course of action. On Saturday, 525 personnel were engaged in the rescue efforts. On February 22, a three-metre section of the roof of an under-construction stretch of the SLBC tunnel collapsed at the 14 km mark near Domalapenta in Nagarkurnool district in Telangana. The collapse occurred just four days after construction work had resumed following a lengthy hiatus. While some workers managed to escape, the eight remained trapped. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Telangana tunnel collapse: One body of worker recovered; CM announces ex-gratia of $28,600

Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP) MP N K Premachandran has voiced concerns over the functioning of Parliament during the ongoing budget session, claiming that the government is hindering meaningful discussions.
While speaking to ANI, Premachandran highlighted several issues that the opposition believes need urgent attention.
"The opposition's consistent stand has been that the House should function... The government does not want the House to function properly, which is why constructive discussions are not possible. We all know why the US President increased tariffs... This issue should be discussed," Premachandran said. He pointed out that discussions on the recent increase in US tariffs and other critical issues have been sidelined, preventing progress in the House.
Premachandran also mentioned the Waqf Bill, which is expected to be introduced in Parliament soon.
He stated, "The Waqf Bill is probably going to come. We will oppose it. The opposition is ready to cooperate smoothly with the government but for this to happen, the government should ensure that all these issues are discussed." Meanwhile ahead of the commencement of parliament budget session on Monday, Congress MP K Suresh announced that Congress will raise significant issues in during the second part of the ongoing budget session, particularly focusing on the delimitation process and its effects on southern states, including Tamil Nadu.
Suresh said, "Today in Parliament, during the second part of the budget session...we are going to raise so many important issues in Parliament. Especially the delimitation issue, which has affected southern states. Tamil Nadu already reacted, and other states have also expressed their views. The Government of India is going to start delimitation without any discussion with stakeholders."
Earlier, DMK MP Tiruchi Siva raised a Suspension of Business Notice in the Rajya Sabha to discuss the critical concerns surrounding the upcoming delimitation exercise, particularly its impact on India's federal structure and its effects on the southern states' fair representation.
Multiple MPs in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have raised adjournment motions on urgent issues, including internal security in Manipur and Jammu, underfunded railway projects in Tamil Nadu, stock market losses, and concerns over the delimitation exercise affecting southern states.&nbsp;
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INDIA NEWS | "The opposition's consistent stand has been that the House should function... The government does not want the House to function properly, which is why constructive discussions are not possible."

Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP) MP N K Premachandran has voiced concerns over the functioning of Parliament during the ongoing budget session, claiming that the government is hindering meaningful discussions. While speaking to ANI, Premachandran highlighted several issues that the opposition believes need urgent attention. "The opposition's consistent stand has been that the House should function... The government does not want the House to function properly, which is why constructive discussions are not possible. We all know why the US President increased tariffs... This issue should be discussed," Premachandran said. He pointed out that discussions on the recent increase in US tariffs and other critical issues have been sidelined, preventing progress in the House. Premachandran also mentioned the Waqf Bill, which is expected to be introduced in Parliament soon. He stated, "The Waqf Bill is probably going to come. We will oppose it. The opposition is ready to cooperate smoothly with the government but for this to happen, the government should ensure that all these issues are discussed." Meanwhile ahead of the commencement of parliament budget session on Monday, Congress MP K Suresh announced that Congress will raise significant issues in during the second part of the ongoing budget session, particularly focusing on the delimitation process and its effects on southern states, including Tamil Nadu. Suresh said, "Today in Parliament, during the second part of the budget session...we are going to raise so many important issues in Parliament. Especially the delimitation issue, which has affected southern states. Tamil Nadu already reacted, and other states have also expressed their views. The Government of India is going to start delimitation without any discussion with stakeholders." Earlier, DMK MP Tiruchi Siva raised a Suspension of Business Notice in the Rajya Sabha to discuss the critical concerns surrounding the upcoming delimitation exercise, particularly its impact on India's federal structure and its effects on the southern states' fair representation. Multiple MPs in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have raised adjournment motions on urgent issues, including internal security in Manipur and Jammu, underfunded railway projects in Tamil Nadu, stock market losses, and concerns over the delimitation exercise affecting southern states. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Stormy Budget session: Opposition set to raise US tariffs, voter rolls, delimitation and Waqf bill

A Lok Sabha MP from the south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Kalisetti Appala Naidu, has given a bizarre "offer" to women to increase the population. He said that if the third child is a girl, the mother will get ₹50,000, and if a boy, she will get a cow and calf.&nbsp;
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This comes amid the row between the BJP-led central government and some state governments, particularly in the south, over the implementation of delimitation.
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Delimitation, the process of redrawing parliamentary constituency boundaries based on current population data, is planned to happen before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;&nbsp;
"If the third child is a boy, we will give a cow and a calf. We will make a fixed deposit of ₹50,000 if the third child is a baby girl. The Indian population has to rise," Naidu told reporters.&nbsp;
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Amid the push of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AndhraPradehs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AndhraPradehs</a> CM <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChandrababuNaidu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChandrababuNaidu</a> for more than 2 children, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Vizianagaram?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Vizianagaram</a> MP <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KalisettyAppalanaidu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KalisettyAppalanaidu</a> announced that if a women gives birth to third child who is a girl, Rs 50,000 will be paid to her from his salary &amp; if its a boy a cow will be handed over to her <a href="https://t.co/Z2LBalTmTm">pic.twitter.com/Z2LBalTmTm</a>
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He said he came with the plan after being inspired by state Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's calls to increase the population of Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;
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He justified his remarks by saying the "offer" can help a "very poor next generation" of the Indian state and there is a "very important" need to increase population of India - &nbsp;world's second-most populous nation with more than 1.44 billion people.&nbsp;
The comment is being considered both bizarre and sexist, since there was a greater reward for a boy child. But Chandrababu Naidu's Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is hailing the plan as "revolutionary".
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India news | Trending | He said that if a woman gives birth to a third child and if that child will be a girl, the mother will get ₹50,000 and if that child will be a boy, she will get a cow.

A Lok Sabha MP from the south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Kalisetti Appala Naidu, has given a bizarre "offer" to women to increase the population. He said that if the third child is a girl, the mother will get ₹50,000, and if a boy, she will get a cow and calf. Also read: 'That is 100 per cent an alien': Fisherman captures bizarre-looking creature - WATCH This comes amid the row between the BJP-led central government and some state governments, particularly in the south, over the implementation of delimitation. Also read: JD Vance shares bizarre Thanksgiving post showing himself as 'Trump's wife', internet goes crazy Delimitation, the process of redrawing parliamentary constituency boundaries based on current population data, is planned to happen before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. "If the third child is a boy, we will give a cow and a calf. We will make a fixed deposit of ₹50,000 if the third child is a baby girl. The Indian population has to rise," Naidu told reporters. Amid the push of #AndhraPradehs CM #ChandrababuNaidu for more than 2 children, #Vizianagaram MP #KalisettyAppalanaidu announced that if a women gives birth to third child who is a girl, Rs 50,000 will be paid to her from his salary & if its a boy a cow will be handed over to her pic.twitter.com/Z2LBalTmTm — Aneri Shah Yakkati (@tweet_aneri) March 10, 2025 He said he came with the plan after being inspired by state Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's calls to increase the population of Andhra Pradesh. Also read: Want to quit smoking? This Turkish man's bizarre idea could motivate you to do so He justified his remarks by saying the "offer" can help a "very poor next generation" of the Indian state and there is a "very important" need to increase population of India - world's second-most populous nation with more than 1.44 billion people. The comment is being considered both bizarre and sexist, since there was a greater reward for a boy child. But Chandrababu Naidu's Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is hailing the plan as "revolutionary". Also read: 'Smog' cost England in Kolkata - Harry Brook's bizarre excuse for 1st T20I loss (With inputs from agencies)

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A fashion show held in Jammu and Kashmir during the fasting month of Ramzan has been flagged for obscenity. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has sought a report for 'an appropriate action'. Watch this report for more details!

Jammu-Kashmir: Row over fashion show in Gulmarg during Ramzan, CM Omar Abdullah vows action

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has directed the Citizenship Commission to cancel the Vanuatu passport issued to Lalit Modi. This comes after revelations in international media about Lalit Modi being a fugitive. Watch this report for more details!

Vanuatu PM directs citizenship commission to cancel Lalit Modi's passport

A consumer disputes redressal commission in Jaipur has issued notices to Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff regarding an allegedly misleading advertisement for a pan masala brand. Watch this report for more details!

Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff get notice for 'deceptive' ad

Jammu-Kashmir: Fashion show during Ramzan sparks row, CM Omar Abdullah reacts

New Delhi: Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has ordered the cancellation of Vanuatu passport issued to Lalit Modi, an Indian fugitive currently based in the United Kingdom. In a statement, Vanuatu Prime Minister&rsquo;s office said, "I have instructed the Citizenship Commission to immediately begin proceedings to cancel Mr Lalit Modi's Vanuatu passport&rdquo;.
Lalit Modi, who was suspended by the BCCI amid allegations of financial irregularities, misconduct, and money laundering related to the IPL in 2010, had made an application for surrender of his passport at the High Commission of India in London.&nbsp; Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/csk-owner-n-srinivasan-rigged-ipl-2009-auction-lalit-modi-makes-big-claims-779667">CSK owner N Srinivasan rigged IPL 2009 auction? Lalit Modi makes BIG claims</a>
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the development last week. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in a statement said, &ldquo;we are also given to understand that he has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu. We continue to pursue the case against him as required under law&rdquo;.&nbsp;
Modi had applied for Vanuatu's Citizenship through its Investment programme.
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The Vanuatu Prime Minister said, &ldquo;as prime minister, we will not harbour fugitives or criminals. We have zero tolerance for those seeking to use our citizenship programme to evade justice. If that is your intention, I strongly advise you to look elsewhere&rdquo;.
Facing legal scrutiny from Indian authorities, including the Enforcement Directorate, Lalit Modi left India and has been residing in London, claiming innocence. He remains a fugitive in the eyes of Indian law, with cases involving tax evasion and FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) violations.&nbsp; Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/profit-over-passion-lalit-modi-slams-icc-for-20000-ticket-price-for-india-pakistan-t20-wc-tie-724673">&lsquo;Profit over passion&rsquo; - Lalit Modi slams ICC for $20,000 ticket price for India-Pakistan T20 WC tie</a>
The Prime Minister of the pacific country said, &ldquo;we acknowledge that the individual at the centre of this matter faces allegations that have yet to be proven in court, and we wish him well in addressing these matters. However, he will not be facing them as a Vanuatu citizen&rdquo;.

India news | World : Vanuatu Prime Minister’s office said, "I have instructed the Citizenship Commission to immediately begin proceedings to cancel Mr Lalit Modi's Vanuatu passport

New Delhi: Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has ordered the cancellation of Vanuatu passport issued to Lalit Modi, an Indian fugitive currently based in the United Kingdom. In a statement, Vanuatu Prime Minister’s office said, "I have instructed the Citizenship Commission to immediately begin proceedings to cancel Mr Lalit Modi's Vanuatu passport”. Lalit Modi, who was suspended by the BCCI amid allegations of financial irregularities, misconduct, and money laundering related to the IPL in 2010, had made an application for surrender of his passport at the High Commission of India in London. Also read: CSK owner N Srinivasan rigged IPL 2009 auction? Lalit Modi makes BIG claims The Indian Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the development last week. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in a statement said, “we are also given to understand that he has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu. We continue to pursue the case against him as required under law”. Modi had applied for Vanuatu's Citizenship through its Investment programme. The Vanuatu Prime Minister said, “as prime minister, we will not harbour fugitives or criminals. We have zero tolerance for those seeking to use our citizenship programme to evade justice. If that is your intention, I strongly advise you to look elsewhere”. Facing legal scrutiny from Indian authorities, including the Enforcement Directorate, Lalit Modi left India and has been residing in London, claiming innocence. He remains a fugitive in the eyes of Indian law, with cases involving tax evasion and FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) violations. Also read: ‘Profit over passion’ - Lalit Modi slams ICC for $20,000 ticket price for India-Pakistan T20 WC tie The Prime Minister of the pacific country said, “we acknowledge that the individual at the centre of this matter faces allegations that have yet to be proven in court, and we wish him well in addressing these matters. However, he will not be facing them as a Vanuatu citizen”.

Vanuatu cancels passport of Indian fugitive Lalit Modi

Celebration of India's victory in the ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday (March 9) turned into communal clashes in the central Madhya Pradesh state after a rally allegedly passed through a Jama Masjid area in Mhow. People at the rally allegedly raised derogatory slogans and set off firecrackers. People praying in the mosque during the month of Ramzan allegedly started pelting stones at the rally, which led to clash between the two groups, local media reports said.&nbsp;
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Rioting has erupted in Mhow following a victory parade celebrating India's win in the ICC Champions Trophy final as it went past the Jama Masjid. Stone pelting and arson have left many injured. Indore SP Wasal has reached the spot. Forces have now been deployed. Please stay safe. <a href="https://t.co/AGSiYLBgMw">pic.twitter.com/AGSiYLBgMw</a>
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BREAKING: Reports of massive stone-pelting during India's Champions Trophy win celebrations. Some reports claim that firecrackers bursting near the Jama Masjid triggered the locals. Reports: Shops burnt, petrol bombs thrown. [This is a developing story] 📍Mhow, MP&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/VxKYsUPPMb">pic.twitter.com/VxKYsUPPMb</a>
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Several vehicles were vandalised and the mob set two vehicles and two shops on fire.&nbsp;
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A heavy police force from Indore rural and Indore city was deployed in the area to control the situation after the massive violence.&nbsp;
"Tension occurred between the two sides here, and some incidents of violence have taken place. The incident took place after the victory of team India. The incident occurred over firecrackers," Indore Rural SP Hitika Vasal said, adding the situation is completely under control now.
"I would like to tell everyone that I do not believe in any type of fake news. Adequate force is here and we are patrolling the area. The incident will be investigated, and all the necessary action will be taken in this regard. Accordingly, the people involved will be punished. Now there is news of three people getting injured here. Further investigation is underway," Vasal added.&nbsp;
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Indore collector Ashish Singh added that the situation was under control and forces had been deployed in the area.&nbsp;
"How it happened will be ascertained later. As of now, the situation is under control,"he added.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

INDIA NEWS | Celebration of India's win in the ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday (March 9) turned into communal clashes in India's Madhya Pradesh after a rally allegedly passed trough Jama Masjid area in Mhow.

Celebration of India's victory in the ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday (March 9) turned into communal clashes in the central Madhya Pradesh state after a rally allegedly passed through a Jama Masjid area in Mhow. People at the rally allegedly raised derogatory slogans and set off firecrackers. People praying in the mosque during the month of Ramzan allegedly started pelting stones at the rally, which led to clash between the two groups, local media reports said. Also read: '76 and POTM': Rohit-Kohli step up in final as India win consecutive ICC titles after 2023 ODI WC heartbreak Rioting has erupted in Mhow following a victory parade celebrating India's win in the ICC Champions Trophy final as it went past the Jama Masjid. Stone pelting and arson have left many injured. Indore SP Wasal has reached the spot. Forces have now been deployed. Please stay safe. pic.twitter.com/AGSiYLBgMw — Anand Ranganathan (@ARanganathan72) March 9, 2025 BREAKING: Reports of massive stone-pelting during India's Champions Trophy win celebrations. Some reports claim that firecrackers bursting near the Jama Masjid triggered the locals. Reports: Shops burnt, petrol bombs thrown. [This is a developing story] 📍Mhow, MP… pic.twitter.com/VxKYsUPPMb — Treeni (@TheTreeni) March 9, 2025 महू में चैंपियंस ट्रॉफी की जीत के जश्न पर पथराव,आखिर भारत के मैच जीतने के जश्न पर क्या आपत्ति इस पर कड़ी कार्रवाई होनी चाहिए ,और इस पर सेक्युलरिस्म के सारे सूरमा अब क्यों चुप्पी साधे है,ऐसे लोगो को इलाज़ ज़रूरी है @DrMohanYadav51 @drnarottammisra @MPPoliceDeptt @CMMadhyaPradesh pic.twitter.com/tMvPU16K9j — Rishi Tripathi ऋषि त्रिपाठी 🇮🇳💙 (@IndiatvRishi) March 9, 2025 Violence erupts in #Indore’s #Mhow after #ChampionsTrophy2025 Win! Celebratory rally near Jama Masjid allegedly sparked tensions as derogatory slogans & firecrackers disrupted Taraweeh prayers, leading to clashes and arson. Local reports confirm unrest, but no official… pic.twitter.com/BooF9moCxI — Hate Detector 🔍 (@HateDetectors) March 9, 2025 Several vehicles were vandalised and the mob set two vehicles and two shops on fire. Also read: IND vs NZ Champions Trophy: Rohit Sharma completes first-ever fifty in ICC finals A heavy police force from Indore rural and Indore city was deployed in the area to control the situation after the massive violence. "Tension occurred between the two sides here, and some incidents of violence have taken place. The incident took place after the victory of team India. The incident occurred over firecrackers," Indore Rural SP Hitika Vasal said, adding the situation is completely under control now. "I would like to tell everyone that I do not believe in any type of fake news. Adequate force is here and we are patrolling the area. The incident will be investigated, and all the necessary action will be taken in this regard. Accordingly, the people involved will be punished. Now there is news of three people getting injured here. Further investigation is underway," Vasal added. Also read: Champions Trophy 2025: Here's how much Team India players earned when they last won an ICC tournament. Know more Indore collector Ashish Singh added that the situation was under control and forces had been deployed in the area. "How it happened will be ascertained later. As of now, the situation is under control,"he added. Also read: ‘65 in 42 matches’: India skipper Rohit Sharma becomes best hitter in history of ICC ODI tournaments (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: Clashes in Madhya Pradesh after India's win in ICC Champions Trophy

New Delhi: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to travel to India later this month as Delhi-Wellington plans to firm up ties, with focus on the wider Indo-Pacific region. PM Luxon had met Indian PM Narendra Modi in October last year on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane, Laos. During the meeting, PM Modi had extended an invitation to Luxon to visit India.
This invitation was part of discussions aimed at deepening the India-New Zealand partnership across sectors such as trade, investment, defence, education, agriculture, and space technology.&nbsp; Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-christopher-luxon-sworn-in-as-new-prime-minister-663240">New Zealand: Conservative Christopher Luxon sworn in as new prime minister</a> India's Ministry of External Affairs said the New Zealand PM "will pay an Official Visit to India on 16-20 March 2025."
"He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers, senior officials, businesses, media and members of the Indian diaspora community in New Zealand," it said in a statement on Monday (Mar 10).
During the visit, one of his key focus areas will be on giving a push for the Free Trade Agreement with India, which has been his election campaign promise and something he terms as a "major strategic priority".
He plans to conclude it in his current term. To give a push on FTA talks, New Zealand's Trade Minister Todd McClay was in India three times last year, meeting his Indian counterpart Piyush Goyal. One of the challenges the FTA will face will be the agriculture and dairy sector.&nbsp;
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Dairy is New Zealand's largest export sector and a sensitive area for the Indian side, especially how the sector supports rural livelihoods. Negotiations for an FTA between the two countries began in April 2010 but have been stalled since 2015, with no agreement reached to date. Two-way trade with New Zealand was $2.93 billion in the year to June 2024 which is miniscule when it comes to New Zealand-China trade worth $37. 84 bn. Not only the trade minister, the country's foreign minister Winston Peters had also visited India in March of last year.&nbsp;
Luxon has consistently expressed a strong personal interest in deepening India ties, and has had professional links through Unilever and Hindustan Unilever. In the past, he has described himself as a "big fan of India," admiring its culture, economic potential, and the contributions of the Indian diaspora in New Zealand, which now constitutes over five per cent of the population.&nbsp;
The visit of PM Luxon will be the first ever &nbsp;by a New Zealand prime minister to India in nine years, the last being by then New Zealand PM John Key in 2016. Last year, Indian President Droupadi Murmu visited New Zealand, the second by an Indian head of state to New Zealand, following Pranab Mukherjee&rsquo;s trip in 2016.&nbsp;
The visit of New Zealand's PM comes even as the country plans to diversify, and engage with the world's fifth largest economy amid worry over China. Last week, &nbsp;New Zealand&rsquo;s top intelligence official, Andrew Hampton expressed concerns over China&rsquo;s growing influence in the Pacific.&nbsp;
Hampton singled out the Cook Islands, a self-governing nation in free association with New Zealand, where Prime Minister Mark Brown signed agreements with China in February 2025 covering education, economy, infrastructure, fisheries, disaster management, and seabed mining, which rang alarm bells in Wellington.

India | World: New Zealand PM Luxon had met Indian PM Narendra Modi in October last year on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane, Laos.

New Delhi: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to travel to India later this month as Delhi-Wellington plans to firm up ties, with focus on the wider Indo-Pacific region. PM Luxon had met Indian PM Narendra Modi in October last year on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane, Laos. During the meeting, PM Modi had extended an invitation to Luxon to visit India. This invitation was part of discussions aimed at deepening the India-New Zealand partnership across sectors such as trade, investment, defence, education, agriculture, and space technology. Also read: New Zealand: Conservative Christopher Luxon sworn in as new prime minister India's Ministry of External Affairs said the New Zealand PM "will pay an Official Visit to India on 16-20 March 2025." "He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers, senior officials, businesses, media and members of the Indian diaspora community in New Zealand," it said in a statement on Monday (Mar 10). During the visit, one of his key focus areas will be on giving a push for the Free Trade Agreement with India, which has been his election campaign promise and something he terms as a "major strategic priority". He plans to conclude it in his current term. To give a push on FTA talks, New Zealand's Trade Minister Todd McClay was in India three times last year, meeting his Indian counterpart Piyush Goyal. One of the challenges the FTA will face will be the agriculture and dairy sector. Dairy is New Zealand's largest export sector and a sensitive area for the Indian side, especially how the sector supports rural livelihoods. Negotiations for an FTA between the two countries began in April 2010 but have been stalled since 2015, with no agreement reached to date. Two-way trade with New Zealand was $2.93 billion in the year to June 2024 which is miniscule when it comes to New Zealand-China trade worth $37. 84 bn. Not only the trade minister, the country's foreign minister Winston Peters had also visited India in March of last year. Luxon has consistently expressed a strong personal interest in deepening India ties, and has had professional links through Unilever and Hindustan Unilever. In the past, he has described himself as a "big fan of India," admiring its culture, economic potential, and the contributions of the Indian diaspora in New Zealand, which now constitutes over five per cent of the population. The visit of PM Luxon will be the first ever by a New Zealand prime minister to India in nine years, the last being by then New Zealand PM John Key in 2016. Last year, Indian President Droupadi Murmu visited New Zealand, the second by an Indian head of state to New Zealand, following Pranab Mukherjee’s trip in 2016. The visit of New Zealand's PM comes even as the country plans to diversify, and engage with the world's fifth largest economy amid worry over China. Last week, New Zealand’s top intelligence official, Andrew Hampton expressed concerns over China’s growing influence in the Pacific. Hampton singled out the Cook Islands, a self-governing nation in free association with New Zealand, where Prime Minister Mark Brown signed agreements with China in February 2025 covering education, economy, infrastructure, fisheries, disaster management, and seabed mining, which rang alarm bells in Wellington.

New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon to visit India later this month

India beat New Zealand by 4 wickets on Sunday (March 9) to win the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Indian team chased down the target of 252 runs in 49 overs for the loss of six wickets.

India win ICC Champions Trophy after 12 years, beat New Zealand by 4 wickets

Prominent yoga guru and co-founder of Patanjali, Baba Ramdev, strongly criticised US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Mar 9), stating that the Republican leader was promoting &ldquo;tariff terrorism&rdquo;.&nbsp;
He also accused Trump of bullying poor and developing nations through his push for reciprocal tariffs, which he said was unleashing a new &ldquo;era of intellectual colonisation&rdquo;.
"There is a new era of intellectual colonisation. Amid this, ever since Donald Trump rose to power, he created a new world record of 'tariff terrorism'. He has ripped off democracy by threatening poor and developing nations... This is 'economic terrorism'," Ramdev said.
"He is taking the world to a different era... In such a case, India needs to develop... All Indians should unite to build a strong nation and answer all these destructive powers," he added.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Nagpur, Maharashtra | On US President Donald Trump imposing reciprocal tariffs, Yog guru Baba Ramdev says, "There is a new era of intellectual colonization. Amid this, ever since Donald Trump rose to power, he created a new world record of 'tariff terrorism'. He has&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/aUgrVhm5pa">pic.twitter.com/aUgrVhm5pa</a>
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Ramdev also emphasised that India must accelerate its development in these turbulent times, as certain powerful nations want to push the world towards chaos and destruction.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-suspends-most-mexico-tariffs-until-april-2-8829006">Also read: 'Did this out of respect for Sheinbaum'; Trump suspends most Mexico tariffs until April 2</a>
<h2>&lsquo;Trump has made tariffs household name&rsquo;: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh</h2>
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh also said that Trump has made tariffs a household name across the world.
&ldquo;Till the mid-1910s tariffs were the main source of revenue for the US government. In 1913, the US Constitution was amended to introduce a federal income tax for the first time,&rdquo; Ramesh said in a post on X.
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President Trump has made tariffs a household name across the world. Till the mid-1910s tariffs were the main source of revenue for the US Govt. In 1913, the US Constitution was amended to introduce a federal income tax for the first time. One of the most influential economists&hellip;
&mdash; Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jairam_Ramesh/status/1898603381499068458?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
&ldquo;One of the most influential economists who championed and campaigned for the federal income tax was Edwin Seligman, a Professor of Public Finance at Columbia University,&rdquo; he added.
<h2>Trump claims India agreed to reduce tariffs on US imports&nbsp;</h2>
Donald Trump recently claimed that India has agreed to significantly reduce tariffs on US goods after he slammed India for having high duties.
Following this, Ramesh questioned PM Modi as to what the Indian government had agreed to amidst Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's visit to Washington.
"The Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is in Washington DC to talk trade with the Americans. Meanwhile, President Trump says this. What has the Modi Government agreed to? Are the interests of Indian farmers and of Indian manufacturing being compromised? The PM must take Parliament into confidence when it resumes on March 10th," Ramesh wrote in a post on X.
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The Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is in Washington DC to talk trade with the Americans. Meanwhile President Trump says this. What has the Modi Government agreed to? Are the interests of Indian farmers and of Indian manufacturing being compromised? The PM must take Parliament&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/K625e8vGrM">pic.twitter.com/K625e8vGrM</a>
&mdash; Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jairam_Ramesh/status/1898243555229155841?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
"'You tariff, I tariff', that is not the way international trade functions. These rules have been negotiated. The WTO is World Trade Organisation not World Trump Organisation," he said.
(With inputs from agencies)

India News: Ramdev emphasised that India must accelerate its development in these turbulent times, as certain powerful nations want to push the world towards chaos and destruction.

Prominent yoga guru and co-founder of Patanjali, Baba Ramdev, strongly criticised US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Mar 9), stating that the Republican leader was promoting “tariff terrorism”. He also accused Trump of bullying poor and developing nations through his push for reciprocal tariffs, which he said was unleashing a new “era of intellectual colonisation”. "There is a new era of intellectual colonisation. Amid this, ever since Donald Trump rose to power, he created a new world record of 'tariff terrorism'. He has ripped off democracy by threatening poor and developing nations... This is 'economic terrorism'," Ramdev said. "He is taking the world to a different era... In such a case, India needs to develop... All Indians should unite to build a strong nation and answer all these destructive powers," he added. #WATCH | Nagpur, Maharashtra | On US President Donald Trump imposing reciprocal tariffs, Yog guru Baba Ramdev says, "There is a new era of intellectual colonization. Amid this, ever since Donald Trump rose to power, he created a new world record of 'tariff terrorism'. He has… pic.twitter.com/aUgrVhm5pa — ANI (@ANI) March 9, 2025 Ramdev also emphasised that India must accelerate its development in these turbulent times, as certain powerful nations want to push the world towards chaos and destruction. Also read: 'Did this out of respect for Sheinbaum'; Trump suspends most Mexico tariffs until April 2 ‘Trump has made tariffs household name’: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh also said that Trump has made tariffs a household name across the world. “Till the mid-1910s tariffs were the main source of revenue for the US government. In 1913, the US Constitution was amended to introduce a federal income tax for the first time,” Ramesh said in a post on X. President Trump has made tariffs a household name across the world. Till the mid-1910s tariffs were the main source of revenue for the US Govt. In 1913, the US Constitution was amended to introduce a federal income tax for the first time. One of the most influential economists… — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) March 9, 2025 “One of the most influential economists who championed and campaigned for the federal income tax was Edwin Seligman, a Professor of Public Finance at Columbia University,” he added. Trump claims India agreed to reduce tariffs on US imports Donald Trump recently claimed that India has agreed to significantly reduce tariffs on US goods after he slammed India for having high duties. Following this, Ramesh questioned PM Modi as to what the Indian government had agreed to amidst Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's visit to Washington. "The Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is in Washington DC to talk trade with the Americans. Meanwhile, President Trump says this. What has the Modi Government agreed to? Are the interests of Indian farmers and of Indian manufacturing being compromised? The PM must take Parliament into confidence when it resumes on March 10th," Ramesh wrote in a post on X. The Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is in Washington DC to talk trade with the Americans. Meanwhile President Trump says this. What has the Modi Government agreed to? Are the interests of Indian farmers and of Indian manufacturing being compromised? The PM must take Parliament… pic.twitter.com/K625e8vGrM — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) March 8, 2025 "'You tariff, I tariff', that is not the way international trade functions. These rules have been negotiated. The WTO is World Trade Organisation not World Trump Organisation," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Tariff terrorism’: Baba Ramdev condemns reciprocal tax proposed by Trump, accuses him of ripping off democracy

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