<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma has always been known for his wit during press conferences and while talking to reporters. Sharma's quick-wittedness&nbsp;was on display during a recent event in the USA when he was asked about the best Pakistan bowler in the current team</p>

<p>"All the pacers in Pakistan team are equally good. I will not name any particular individual. It creates big controversy (not verbatim),” says Rohit in a video shared on Instagram when asked about who's the best Pakistan bowler.</p>

<p>"If I pick one and name any one player, the second will feel bad. If I will take another player’s name, then the third might feel bad. I think all of them are good,” he added. Have a look at the video here:</p>

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<p>India vs Pakistan has always been an electrifying contest with the latest one being in World T20 last year. Virat Kohli had played a blistering inning,&nbsp;which included two consecutive sixes off Pakistan pacer Harris Rauf, that eventually propelled India to a win.</p>

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<p>The two sides meet next in the upcoming Asia Cup which is being played in 50-over format this time as a precursor to the ICC ODI World Cup. The marquee quadrennial event is scheduled to be played in India from October 5, with India and Pakistan&nbsp;set to face off each other in Ahmedabad on October 14 as of now.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for the Asia Cup, after a long stalemate over the venue, Pakistan finally agreed to host the event in a hybrid model, with all India's matches set to be played in Sri Lanka.</p>

<p>Notably, India had decided not to play in Pakistan, who are the original hosts of the regional tournament, owing to security concerns. The PCB, after a long delay, agreed to co-host the tournament with Sri Lanka, with the first four matches set to be played in Pakistan. India and Pakistan will now face off each other in Kandy on September 2 after the tournament gets underway on August 30.&nbsp;</p>

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India skipper Rohit Sharma has always been known for his wit during press conferences and while talking to reporters. Sharma's quick-wittedness was on display during a recent event in the USA when he was asked about the best Pakistan bowler in the current team "All the pacers in Pakistan team are equally good.

India skipper Rohit Sharma has always been known for his wit during press conferences and while talking to reporters. Sharma's quick-wittedness was on display during a recent event in the USA when he was asked about the best Pakistan bowler in the current team "All the pacers in Pakistan team are equally good. I will not name any particular individual. It creates big controversy (not verbatim),” says Rohit in a video shared on Instagram when asked about who's the best Pakistan bowler. "If I pick one and name any one player, the second will feel bad. If I will take another player’s name, then the third might feel bad. I think all of them are good,” he added. Have a look at the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sameer Karkhanis (@sameer.k.insta) × India vs Pakistan has always been an electrifying contest with the latest one being in World T20 last year. Virat Kohli had played a blistering inning, which included two consecutive sixes off Pakistan pacer Harris Rauf, that eventually propelled India to a win. Also Read: Former England pacer Stuart Broad hits out at ICC for slow over rate penalties in Ashes The two sides meet next in the upcoming Asia Cup which is being played in 50-over format this time as a precursor to the ICC ODI World Cup. The marquee quadrennial event is scheduled to be played in India from October 5, with India and Pakistan set to face off each other in Ahmedabad on October 14 as of now. As for the Asia Cup, after a long stalemate over the venue, Pakistan finally agreed to host the event in a hybrid model, with all India's matches set to be played in Sri Lanka. Notably, India had decided not to play in Pakistan, who are the original hosts of the regional tournament, owing to security concerns. The PCB, after a long delay, agreed to co-host the tournament with Sri Lanka, with the first four matches set to be played in Pakistan. India and Pakistan will now face off each other in Kandy on September 2 after the tournament gets underway on August 30. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India has put a ban on domestic military drone manufacturers from using Chinese components.

India puts a ban on use of Chinese drone parts

<p>After India restricted exports of non-basmati rice in an effort to regulate domestic prices, traders are concerned that exports of sugar, another key crop, may also be at risk, according to a Bloomberg report.</p>

<p>As global supplies tighten, several nations have come to depend more on sugar exports from South Asian countries. Uneven rainfall in India’s agricultural belts has raised fear that sugar production would be insufficient to meet global demand and there may be a consistent decline for a second consecutive season beginning in October.</p>

<p>Bloomberg reported that this might reduce the nation’s export capacity. To safeguard domestic supplies and maintain prices, the government has already restricted export of non-basmati rice and wheat. This has added to the strain on the world’s food markets, which are already under pressure due to bad weather patterns and the escalating conflicts in Ukraine.</p>

<p>According to Henrique Akamine, head of sugar and ethanol at Tropical Research Services, the government’s decision to limit rice exports is a clear indication that it is worried about both inflation and food security. “The worry right now is that the government will probably follow suit and do something similar regarding sugar,” Bloomberg quoted him as saying.</p>

<p>The major sugar cane producing regions in Maharashtra and Karnataka have not received adequate rainfall in June, leading to crop stress, Bloomberg quoted Aditya Jhunjhunwala, the president of Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA), as saying. Sugar output is expected to drop by 3.4 per cent from last year to 31.7 million tonnes in 2023-24. Despite this, supplies are expected to meet domestic demand, according to Jhunjhunwala.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, India will use more sugar for biofuel. According to ISMA, mills would divert 4.5 million tons to produce ethanol, up 9.8 per cent from the previous year. But Sanjeev Chopra, India's food secretary has called ISMA’s judgment of decreasing sugar production as one that will stoke fears of a shortage in the nation.</p>

<p>India has previously controlled its sugar exports. Shipments were limited to 6.1 million tons for the 2022–2023 season, down from 11 million tons the previous season. Analysts predict that only two to three million tons, if not none at all, will be permitted next season, perhaps threatening a further increase in global prices.</p>

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After India restricted exports of non-basmati rice in an effort to regulate domestic prices, traders are concerned that exports of sugar, another key crop, may also be at risk, according to a Bloomberg report.

After India restricted exports of non-basmati rice in an effort to regulate domestic prices, traders are concerned that exports of sugar, another key crop, may also be at risk, according to a Bloomberg report. As global supplies tighten, several nations have come to depend more on sugar exports from South Asian countries. Uneven rainfall in India’s agricultural belts has raised fear that sugar production would be insufficient to meet global demand and there may be a consistent decline for a second consecutive season beginning in October. Bloomberg reported that this might reduce the nation’s export capacity. To safeguard domestic supplies and maintain prices, the government has already restricted export of non-basmati rice and wheat. This has added to the strain on the world’s food markets, which are already under pressure due to bad weather patterns and the escalating conflicts in Ukraine. According to Henrique Akamine, head of sugar and ethanol at Tropical Research Services, the government’s decision to limit rice exports is a clear indication that it is worried about both inflation and food security. “The worry right now is that the government will probably follow suit and do something similar regarding sugar,” Bloomberg quoted him as saying. The major sugar cane producing regions in Maharashtra and Karnataka have not received adequate rainfall in June, leading to crop stress, Bloomberg quoted Aditya Jhunjhunwala, the president of Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA), as saying. Sugar output is expected to drop by 3.4 per cent from last year to 31.7 million tonnes in 2023-24. Despite this, supplies are expected to meet domestic demand, according to Jhunjhunwala. Meanwhile, India will use more sugar for biofuel. According to ISMA, mills would divert 4.5 million tons to produce ethanol, up 9.8 per cent from the previous year. But Sanjeev Chopra, India's food secretary has called ISMA’s judgment of decreasing sugar production as one that will stoke fears of a shortage in the nation. India has previously controlled its sugar exports. Shipments were limited to 6.1 million tons for the 2022–2023 season, down from 11 million tons the previous season. Analysts predict that only two to three million tons, if not none at all, will be permitted next season, perhaps threatening a further increase in global prices. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

After India’s ban on rice exports, concerns over sugar emerge: Reports

<p>Amid the ongoing price hike, the Indian government is expecting tomato harvest to increase from 223,000 metric tonnes (MT) in July to 544,000 MT in August, which is likely to bring down prices of the fruit and provide relief to consumers, The Economic Times reported on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The report quoted a senior official from India's Food Ministry as saying, “As the production in major growing areas, especially in Himachal Pradesh go up, we will see cooling down of prices.”</p>

<p>Himachal Pradesh’s tomato harvest is predicted to increase from 2,000 MT in July to 30,000 MT in August. The harvest is expected to see a uptick in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh too.</p>

<p>Total tomato harvest is predicted to reach 956,000 MT in September and 1,333,000 MT in October, The Economic Times mentioned in its report.</p>

<p>The report further stated that the hike in retail prices was brought about by supply shortages attributed to heavy rains and floods in the northern and northwestern states in July, which damaged standing crops. Due to this, tomato supply from Himachal Pradesh fell from 10,875 MT in July 2022 to 1,505 MT presently in 2023.</p>

<p>“There is an area damage of 7,800 hectare out of the total sown area of 14,500 hectare of Kharif tomatoes in Himachal Pradesh resulting in reduced production,” the publication quoted the Food Ministry official as saying.</p>

<p>To combat rising tomato prices, the central government had directed the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation (NAFED) and the National Cooperative Consumers Federation (NCCF) to purchase tomatoes from mandis in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra and distribute them in major consumption centres where retail prices have increased the most.</p>

<p>Despite this measure, the prices of tomatoes went up after a temporary relief due to limited supply.</p>

<p>Tomatoes are grown in almost every state in India, though in varied quantities. The southern and western parts of India produce the most, accounting for 56 per cent to 58 per cent of total Indian output.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Surplus states in western and southern India provide tomatoes to markets based on production seasons.&nbsp;Production seasons fluctuate among regions as well while the harvesting season is at its best from December to February.</p>

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Amid the ongoing price hike, the Indian government is expecting tomato harvest to increase from 223,000 metric tonnes (MT) in July to 544,000 MT in August, which is likely to bring down prices of the fruit and provide relief to consumers, The Economic Times reported on Tuesday.

Amid the ongoing price hike, the Indian government is expecting tomato harvest to increase from 223,000 metric tonnes (MT) in July to 544,000 MT in August, which is likely to bring down prices of the fruit and provide relief to consumers, The Economic Times reported on Tuesday. The report quoted a senior official from India's Food Ministry as saying, “As the production in major growing areas, especially in Himachal Pradesh go up, we will see cooling down of prices.” Himachal Pradesh’s tomato harvest is predicted to increase from 2,000 MT in July to 30,000 MT in August. The harvest is expected to see a uptick in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh too. Total tomato harvest is predicted to reach 956,000 MT in September and 1,333,000 MT in October, The Economic Times mentioned in its report. The report further stated that the hike in retail prices was brought about by supply shortages attributed to heavy rains and floods in the northern and northwestern states in July, which damaged standing crops. Due to this, tomato supply from Himachal Pradesh fell from 10,875 MT in July 2022 to 1,505 MT presently in 2023. “There is an area damage of 7,800 hectare out of the total sown area of 14,500 hectare of Kharif tomatoes in Himachal Pradesh resulting in reduced production,” the publication quoted the Food Ministry official as saying. To combat rising tomato prices, the central government had directed the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation (NAFED) and the National Cooperative Consumers Federation (NCCF) to purchase tomatoes from mandis in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra and distribute them in major consumption centres where retail prices have increased the most. Despite this measure, the prices of tomatoes went up after a temporary relief due to limited supply. Tomatoes are grown in almost every state in India, though in varied quantities. The southern and western parts of India produce the most, accounting for 56 per cent to 58 per cent of total Indian output. Surplus states in western and southern India provide tomatoes to markets based on production seasons. Production seasons fluctuate among regions as well while the harvesting season is at its best from December to February. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Indian government confident of keeping tomato prices in check: Report

Former President of Mongolia, Nambaryn Enkhbayar has praised India's significant contributions to Mongolia's quest for economic self-sufficiency. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Enkhbayar highlighted India's crucial role in bolstering Mongolia's energy sector, citing the provision of a substantial 1.2 billion US dollar soft loan for the construction of the country's first oil refinery. He said, "With the launch of this project, and when they finally start working, we will be much more independent in terms of providing fuel to our industry inside of the country. At the same time, we really appreciate our Indian friends in helping Mongolia innovate."

Former President Enkhbayar highlights India's role in Mongolia's development

The opposition parties, who have united to create the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) front, are considering introducing a no-confidence vote in the Lok Sabha against the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led administration. The INDIA alliance's action is perceived as a tactic to pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi into speaking on the floor of the House during the current monsoon session of Parliament on the violence in Manipur.

PM Narendra Modi to face no-confidence vote in parliament today

The lunar orbit of Chandrayaan-3 has been successfully entered. According to ISRO, the Mission Operations Complex (MOX) directed a retro-burning towards the Perilune. The spacecraft's closest approach to the moon is at Perilune.

Chandrayaan-3 moon landing on this date

India: No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Narendra Modi over Manipur violence | WION

Chandrayaan-3 now within moon's gravitational orbit | India | ISRO

Russia is going to evacuate a village. As the nation is about to launch its first lunar landing spacecraft in 47 years. The launch from the Vostochny Cosmodrome will take place weeks after India sent up its Chandrayaan-3.

Chandrayaan-3 has a rival as Russia plans its first lunar lander

The Manipur Government has suspended five police personnel over the May 4 incident in which two women were allegedly stripped and paraded by a mob in Thoubal district of the state that has been witnessing ethnic violence for the past three months, officials said today.

5 cops suspended over sexual assault on 2 Manipur women; more forces sent

<p>Two terrorists were killed in an operation near the Line of Control (LoC), the de-facto border between India and Pakistan,&nbsp;during an infiltration bid in the Poonch sector of the Jammu region. The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police, in a joint operation, foiled the infiltration bid&nbsp;following&nbsp;a gun battle at around 02:00 am IST.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian Army said that two individuals were observed moving across LoC in the General area of Degwar Terva, Poonch.</p>

<p>“Infiltration bid eliminated in Poonch district. In a joint operation by Indian Army and JKP in the early hours of 6/7 Aug. Two infiltrating terrorists were engaged by the joint teams of IA and JKP. One terrorist fell down immediately, the second terrorist tried to run back to LC, who was engaged and hit and later seen falling down near LC. Operation&nbsp;in progress,” said Lt Col Suneel Bartwal, PRO (Defence) Jammu.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kashmir-indian-armys-adventure-festival-in-gurez-enthrals-tourists-and-locals-alike-622864"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Kashmir: Indian Army`s adventure festival in Gurez enthrals tourists and locals alike</strong></a></p>

<p>In north Kashmir, earlier on Sunday, another&nbsp;infiltration bid was foiled by the Indian Army near LoC In Kupwara district.</p>

<p>One terrorist was killed during the operation. Indian Army had said that a&nbsp;joint operation was carried out by Indian Army &amp; J&amp;K Police on 06 August 2023 in the general area of Amrohi village in Tangdhar sector, Kupwara after they received inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area.</p>

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<p>“Security Forces successfully foiled the infiltration bid in the early morning hours, resulting in neutralisation of one terrorist and recovery of huge quantity of war-like stores like 01xAK Rifle, 06xPistols including Pakistan Currency Notes,” said the Indian Army.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the Rajouri district of Jammu, one more operation was held on Sunday in which one terrorist was killed by the security forces. The Indian army recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition too.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“One AK series Rif, 5 Mag, 4 hand gren, 1Bag, clothes bearing Pak marking were recovered from the operation site,“ said the Indian Army.&nbsp;</p>

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Two terrorists were killed in an operation near the Line of Control (LoC), the de-facto border between India and Pakistan, during an infiltration bid in the Poonch sector of the Jammu region.

Two terrorists were killed in an operation near the Line of Control (LoC), the de-facto border between India and Pakistan, during an infiltration bid in the Poonch sector of the Jammu region. The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police, in a joint operation, foiled the infiltration bid following a gun battle at around 02:00 am IST. The Indian Army said that two individuals were observed moving across LoC in the General area of Degwar Terva, Poonch. “Infiltration bid eliminated in Poonch district. In a joint operation by Indian Army and JKP in the early hours of 6/7 Aug. Two infiltrating terrorists were engaged by the joint teams of IA and JKP. One terrorist fell down immediately, the second terrorist tried to run back to LC, who was engaged and hit and later seen falling down near LC. Operation in progress,” said Lt Col Suneel Bartwal, PRO (Defence) Jammu. Also read: Kashmir: Indian Army`s adventure festival in Gurez enthrals tourists and locals alike In north Kashmir, earlier on Sunday, another infiltration bid was foiled by the Indian Army near LoC In Kupwara district. One terrorist was killed during the operation. Indian Army had said that a joint operation was carried out by Indian Army & J&K Police on 06 August 2023 in the general area of Amrohi village in Tangdhar sector, Kupwara after they received inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area. Watch: India: Kashmir receives record number of tourists × “Security Forces successfully foiled the infiltration bid in the early morning hours, resulting in neutralisation of one terrorist and recovery of huge quantity of war-like stores like 01xAK Rifle, 06xPistols including Pakistan Currency Notes,” said the Indian Army. In the Rajouri district of Jammu, one more operation was held on Sunday in which one terrorist was killed by the security forces. The Indian army recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition too. “One AK series Rif, 5 Mag, 4 hand gren, 1Bag, clothes bearing Pak marking were recovered from the operation site,“ said the Indian Army. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India: Two terrorists killed during an infiltration bid in J&K's Poonch

<p>Thailand&nbsp;is benefiting from India's rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday.</p>

<p>India in late July ordered a halt to its largest rice export category in a move that will roughly halve shipments by the world's largest exporter of the grain, triggering fears of further inflation on global food markets.</p>

<p>The Indian ban provides an opportunity for Thai rice producers, especially in Africa which consumes large volumes of rice from India, minister Jurin Laksanawisit told a press briefing.</p>

<p>"With India's export ban, global prices rise as volumes drop ... farmers can sell paddy rice at higher prices," he said.</p>

<p>But global prices are volatile and the government will closely monitor the situation, he added.</p>

<p>Thailand, the world's second-largest rice exporter, is expected to export more than 8 million metric tons of rice this year, Charoen Laothamatas, president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, told the briefing.</p>

<p>In the first seven months,&nbsp;Thailand&nbsp;shipped 4.8 million metric tons, he said, with monthly exports of 700,000 to 800,000 tons. Last year's rice exports were 7.71 million tons.</p>

<p>"The world market is very turbulent because of speculation in every market, affecting countries that do not have stocks in hand," he said.</p>

<p>Thai rice export prices might increase by 20% after the Indian ban, Charoen said.</p>

<p>Exporters were reluctant to quote prices while waiting for more clarity and were likely to halt shipments for a time, said Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association.</p>

<p>"Now we're worried about old contracts with delivery over the next two or three weeks as prices are quite volatile," he said. "But this should be a temporary event, until there is more clarity from India."</p>

<p>Two trade sources said last week that some rice exporters in&nbsp;Thailand&nbsp;and Vietnam were re-negotiating sales contracts for around half a million metric tons for August shipment.</p>

<p>The government would also ensure domestic rice prices do not rise too high, minister Jurin said, adding that inflation is expected to stay low.</p>

<p>"As rice exports remain normal, domestic consumption is not affected yet but paddy rice prices are higher, so rice prices must be managed to stay at appropriate levels," Jurin said.</p>

<p>Paddy prices were currently a record 12,000 baht ($344.43) per metric ton, he said, with paddy output expected to fall by an annual 5.6% to 32.35 million metric tons this year.</p>

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Thailand is benefiting from India's rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday.

Thailand is benefiting from India's rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday. India in late July ordered a halt to its largest rice export category in a move that will roughly halve shipments by the world's largest exporter of the grain, triggering fears of further inflation on global food markets. The Indian ban provides an opportunity for Thai rice producers, especially in Africa which consumes large volumes of rice from India, minister Jurin Laksanawisit told a press briefing. "With India's export ban, global prices rise as volumes drop ... farmers can sell paddy rice at higher prices," he said. But global prices are volatile and the government will closely monitor the situation, he added. Thailand, the world's second-largest rice exporter, is expected to export more than 8 million metric tons of rice this year, Charoen Laothamatas, president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, told the briefing. In the first seven months, Thailand shipped 4.8 million metric tons, he said, with monthly exports of 700,000 to 800,000 tons. Last year's rice exports were 7.71 million tons. "The world market is very turbulent because of speculation in every market, affecting countries that do not have stocks in hand," he said. Thai rice export prices might increase by 20% after the Indian ban, Charoen said. Exporters were reluctant to quote prices while waiting for more clarity and were likely to halt shipments for a time, said Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association. "Now we're worried about old contracts with delivery over the next two or three weeks as prices are quite volatile," he said. "But this should be a temporary event, until there is more clarity from India." Two trade sources said last week that some rice exporters in Thailand and Vietnam were re-negotiating sales contracts for around half a million metric tons for August shipment. The government would also ensure domestic rice prices do not rise too high, minister Jurin said, adding that inflation is expected to stay low. "As rice exports remain normal, domestic consumption is not affected yet but paddy rice prices are higher, so rice prices must be managed to stay at appropriate levels," Jurin said. Paddy prices were currently a record 12,000 baht ($344.43) per metric ton, he said, with paddy output expected to fall by an annual 5.6% to 32.35 million metric tons this year. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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In a bid to protect domestic interests, India has excluded data-related issues and dairy sector concessions from the proposed agreement. However, the negotiations have taken an intriguing turn as India considers providing duty concessions on the automobile and certain confectionery items. This move aims to strike a balance between safeguarding domestic industries and promoting trade ties. The proposed free trade agreement between India and the UK is inching closer to realization.

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Former President of Mongolia, Nambaryn Enkhbayar has praised India's significant contributions to Mongolia's quest for economic self-sufficiency. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Enkhbayar highlighted India's crucial role in bolstering Mongolia's energy sector, citing the provision of a substantial 1.2 billion US dollar soft loan for the construction of the country's first oil refinery.

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A big day in both the Lower and Upper House of the Indian Parliament. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has been reinstated as as a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha, reacting to the news Ashok Gehlot, Rajasthan Chief Minister, said that Gandhi has been targeted.

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India's Supreme Court resumed hearing pleas related to the ongoing ethnic clashes in Manipur earlier this afternoon. In its efforts to restore a sense of confidence in the rule of law in the state, the Chief Justice-headed bench has decided to constitute a three-committee bench of three High Court judges.

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Amid the bickering in the Indian Parliament, the government has cleared the Digital Data Protection bill. The bill aims to protect their personal digital data and penalise non-compliance. Watch the video to know more.

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returned to parliament today during the ongoing monsoon session. Gandhi was welcomed by several opposition leaders. He was earlier disqualified as a member of parliament in march after the Gujarat court sentenced him to two years in jail.

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The Modi government has significantly enhanced border infrastructure in the last nine years, including along the frontier with China, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday.

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