Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a modernised and expanded Bhilai Steel Plant in Chhattisgarh on June 14. According to the official release, "The modernization includes installation of cutting-edge technologies for improvement in productivity, yield, quality, cost competitiveness, energy efficiency and environmental protection."

The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for the permanent campus of Indian Institue of Technology (IIT) Bhilai along with unveiling the commencement of phase-2 of BharatNet (Bharat Broadband Network Limited).

"The BharatNet project envisages connecting Gram Panchayats with an underground optical fibre network," the official release read.

PM Modi will also flag-off air services between Jagdalpur and Raipur.

"He will also distribute laptops, certificates, and cheques etc. to beneficiaries under various schemes. He will also address a public meeting," the release further read.

Ahead of his Bhilai visit, PM Modi will visit Naya Raipur Smart City, where he will inaugurate the Integrated Command and Control Centre for the city.

Chhattisgarh assembly elections are scheduled to be held later this year.&nbsp

(With inputs from ANI)&nbsp

Ahead of his Bhilai visit, PM Modi will visit Naya Raipur Smart City, where he will inaugurate the Integrated Command and Control Centre for the city

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a modernised and expanded Bhilai Steel Plant in Chhattisgarh on June 14. According to the official release, "The modernization includes installation of cutting-edge technologies for improvement in productivity, yield, quality, cost competitiveness, energy efficiency and environmental protection." The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for the permanent campus of Indian Institue of Technology (IIT) Bhilai along with unveiling the commencement of phase-2 of BharatNet (Bharat Broadband Network Limited). "The BharatNet project envisages connecting Gram Panchayats with an underground optical fibre network," the official release read. PM Modi will also flag-off air services between Jagdalpur and Raipur. "He will also distribute laptops, certificates, and cheques etc. to beneficiaries under various schemes. He will also address a public meeting," the release further read. Ahead of his Bhilai visit, PM Modi will visit Naya Raipur Smart City, where he will inaugurate the Integrated Command and Control Centre for the city. Chhattisgarh assembly elections are scheduled to be held later this year. (With inputs from ANI)

PM Modi to inaugurate modernised Bhilai Steel Plant in Chhattisgarh tomorrow

Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Wednesday responded to the fitness challenge given to him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi this morning.&nbsp;

In his tweet, the Chief Minister of Karnataka spoke about his fitness regime and added that he was more concerned about the fitness of his state.

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"Dear Narendra Modi Ji, I am honoured and thank you very much for d concern about my health I believe physical fitness is important for all&support d cause. Yoga-treadmill r part of my daily workout regime. Yet, I am more concerned about the development fitness of my state&seek ur support for it," Kumaraswamy tweeted.

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Earlier this morning, PM Modi accepted Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli’s fitness challenge and shared a video that shows him meditating, walking on a track inspired by five elements of nature, and doing yoga exercises. He also passed on the fitness challenge to Kumaraswamy, table tennis player Manika Batra and police fraternity, especially those above 40 years of age.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday took up fitness challenge and shared a clip on his Twitter and Facebook page strengthening his muscles in the morning at his residence.

Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Wednesday responded to the fitness challenge given to him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi this morning. In his tweet, the Chief Minister of Karnataka spoke about his fitness regime and added that he was more concerned about the fitness of his state. Watch: Modi accepts Virat Kohli’s fitness challenge, passes it on to Karnataka CM "Dear Narendra Modi Ji, I am honoured and thank you very much for d concern about my health I believe physical fitness is important for all&support d cause. Yoga-treadmill r part of my daily workout regime. Yet, I am more concerned about the development fitness of my state&seek ur support for it," Kumaraswamy tweeted. Dear @narendramodi ji I am honoured& thankU very much for d concern about my health I believe physical fitness is imptnt for all&support d cause. Yoga-treadmill r part of my daily workout regime. Yet, I am more concerned about devlpment fitness of my state&seek ur support for it. — CM of Karnataka (@CMofKarnataka) June 13, 2018 × Earlier this morning, PM Modi accepted Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli’s fitness challenge and shared a video that shows him meditating, walking on a track inspired by five elements of nature, and doing yoga exercises. He also passed on the fitness challenge to Kumaraswamy, table tennis player Manika Batra and police fraternity, especially those above 40 years of age.

Karnataka CM replies to PM Modi's fitness challenge, says 'more concerned about fitness of my state'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today that connectivity with the neighbourhood and in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) region is India's priority as he stressed that his country was committed to extend full cooperation to a successful outcome of the Summit.

Speaking at the restricted session of the SCO Summit + , Prime Minister Modi also floated the concept of SECURE: 'S' for security for citizens, 'E' for economic development, 'C' for connectivity in the region, 'U' for unity, 'R' for respect of sovereignty and integrity, and 'E for environment protection.

"We have again reached a stage where physical and digital connectivity is changing the definition of geography. Therefore, connectivity with our neighbourhood & in the SCO region is our priority," Modi said.

It is for the first time the Indian prime minister is attending the SCO summit after India along with Pakistan became full-fledged members of the grouping, jointly dominated by China and Russia, which has been increasingly seen as a counter to NATO.

Modi said India is committed to extend full cooperation to a successful outcome of the Summit.

Noting that only 6 per cent of foreign tourists in India are from SCO countries, the prime minister said this can easily be doubled.

"Increasing awareness of our shared cultures can help boost this number. We will organise an SCO food festival and a Buddhist festival in India," he said.&nbsp;

Citing Afghanistan as an "unfortunate example" of effect of terrorism, Modi said he hoped the brave steps towards peace taken by President Ashraf Ghani will be respected by all in the region, apparently referring to a cease-fire announced by the Afghan leader for the Eid festival.

The SCO currently has eight member countries which represents around 42 per cent of the world's population and 20 per cent of the global GDP.

Besides Modi, other leaders attending the summit include Chinese President Xi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain.

The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan became its members last year.

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Speaking at the restricted session of the SCO Summit + , Prime Minister Modi also floated the concept of SECURE: 'S' for security for citizens, 'E' for economic development, 'C' for connectivity in the region, 'U' for unity, 'R' for respect of sovereignty and integrity, and 'E for environment protection

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today that connectivity with the neighbourhood and in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) region is India's priority as he stressed that his country was committed to extend full cooperation to a successful outcome of the Summit. Speaking at the restricted session of the SCO Summit + , Prime Minister Modi also floated the concept of SECURE: 'S' for security for citizens, 'E' for economic development, 'C' for connectivity in the region, 'U' for unity, 'R' for respect of sovereignty and integrity, and 'E for environment protection. "We have again reached a stage where physical and digital connectivity is changing the definition of geography. Therefore, connectivity with our neighbourhood & in the SCO region is our priority," Modi said. It is for the first time the Indian prime minister is attending the SCO summit after India along with Pakistan became full-fledged members of the grouping, jointly dominated by China and Russia, which has been increasingly seen as a counter to NATO. Modi said India is committed to extend full cooperation to a successful outcome of the Summit. Noting that only 6 per cent of foreign tourists in India are from SCO countries, the prime minister said this can easily be doubled. "Increasing awareness of our shared cultures can help boost this number. We will organise an SCO food festival and a Buddhist festival in India," he said. Citing Afghanistan as an "unfortunate example" of effect of terrorism, Modi said he hoped the brave steps towards peace taken by President Ashraf Ghani will be respected by all in the region, apparently referring to a cease-fire announced by the Afghan leader for the Eid festival. The SCO currently has eight member countries which represents around 42 per cent of the world's population and 20 per cent of the global GDP. Besides Modi, other leaders attending the summit include Chinese President Xi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain. The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan became its members last year. Intervention by PM @narendramodi at the Plenary Session of #SCOSummit: "We have again reached a stage where physical and digital connectivity is changing the definition of geography. Therefore, connectivity with our neighbourhood & in the SCO region is our priority" #IndiainSCO pic.twitter.com/NA5gWjHHxM — Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) June 10, 2018 × PM @narendramodi at the restricted session of the #SCOSummit. India is committed to extend full cooperation to a successful outcome of the Summit. #IndiainSCO pic.twitter.com/2ujfpgSikV — Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) June 10, 2018 ×

Connectivity with neighbourhood and in SCO region India's priority: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani's bold initiatives towards peace and expressed hope that it will be respected by all parties, referring to a ceasefire announced by the Afghan leader for Eid.

Speaking at the restricted session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Qingdao, Prime Minister Modi also promised that India will play an active role in the contact group for Afghanistan under the SCO banner.

"Afghanistan is an unfortunate example of the effect of extremism and terrorism. I hope the bold initiatives towards peace taken by President Ghani will be respected by all parties," Modi said at the summit, also attended by Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain.

Modi was referring to the Afghan government's surprise announcement of the week-long ceasefire with the Taliban for Eid.

The ceasefire will last from the 27th of Ramadan until the fifth day of Eid-al-Fitr, President Ghani had tweeted last week, indicating it could run from June 12-19.&nbsp

Responding to Ghani's announcement, the Taliban on Saturday announced the suspension of fighting for the first three days of Eid - the first ceasefire by the militant group in Afghanistan since the 2001 US invasion.

India and China have agreed to undertake a joint economic project in Afghanistan. They have agreed to move forward in identifying a specific project initially in the area of capacity building in Afghanistan.

This will be a first such project in the war-torn country where China while trying to expand its influence, has tacitly backed Pakistan, which has been accused by Afghanistan and the US of backing the Taliban and its most violent attacks in the country destabilising any attempts to restore peace.

Since 2002, India has committed $ 2 billion to the socio-economic rebuilding of war-torn Afghanistan.

Speaking at the restricted session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Qingdao, Prime Minister Modi also promised that India will play an active role in the contact group for Afghanistan under the SCO banner

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani's bold initiatives towards peace and expressed hope that it will be respected by all parties, referring to a ceasefire announced by the Afghan leader for Eid. Speaking at the restricted session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Qingdao, Prime Minister Modi also promised that India will play an active role in the contact group for Afghanistan under the SCO banner. "Afghanistan is an unfortunate example of the effect of extremism and terrorism. I hope the bold initiatives towards peace taken by President Ghani will be respected by all parties," Modi said at the summit, also attended by Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain. Modi was referring to the Afghan government's surprise announcement of the week-long ceasefire with the Taliban for Eid. The ceasefire will last from the 27th of Ramadan until the fifth day of Eid-al-Fitr, President Ghani had tweeted last week, indicating it could run from June 12-19. Responding to Ghani's announcement, the Taliban on Saturday announced the suspension of fighting for the first three days of Eid - the first ceasefire by the militant group in Afghanistan since the 2001 US invasion. India and China have agreed to undertake a joint economic project in Afghanistan. They have agreed to move forward in identifying a specific project initially in the area of capacity building in Afghanistan. This will be a first such project in the war-torn country where China while trying to expand its influence, has tacitly backed Pakistan, which has been accused by Afghanistan and the US of backing the Taliban and its most violent attacks in the country destabilising any attempts to restore peace. Since 2002, India has committed $ 2 billion to the socio-economic rebuilding of war-torn Afghanistan.

PM Modi praises Afghan President's bold initiatives towards peace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the plenary session on the second day of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.&nbsp;

"Afghanistan is an unfortunate example of the effect of terrorism. I hope the brave steps towards peace taken by President Ghani will be respected by all in the region," PM Modi said at the summit.

"Only 6% of foreign tourists in India are from SCO countries, this can easily be doubled. Increasing awareness of our shared cultures can help boost this number. We will organize an SCO food festival and a Buddhist festival in India," he added.

"We have again reached a stage where physical and digital connectivity is changing the definition of geography. Therefore, connectivity with our neighbourhood & in the SCO region is our priority," PM said.

On Saturday, PM Modi also attended bilateral meetings with several heads of states, including Chinese President Xi Jinping in Qingdao.&nbsp;

The bilateral meeting with the Chinese President came just over a month after the two leaders met for an informal summit in China’s Wuhan.&nbsp;

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Modi floated the concept of SECURE: ‘S’ for security for citizens, ‘E’ for economic development, ‘C’ for connectivity in the region, ‘U’ for unity, ‘R’ for respect of sovereignty, ‘E’ for environment protection.

This is India's first participation in the summit as a full-time member of the organisation.&nbsp;

India, along with Pakistan, became full-time members during Astana Summit in Kazakhstan in June 2017.

PM Modi is on a two-day visit to China as part of which he will be attending the SCO summit and will hold multiple meetings with other SCO leaders.

Member-countries, including India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration, after the deliberations.

India and China on Saturday, 9 June, signed two Memorandum of Understandings (MoU) related to sharing of hydrological information on Brahmaputra and export on non-Basmati rice to China following the talks between PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Qingdao.

India, along with Pakistan, became full-time members during Astana Summit in Kazakhstan in June 2017.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the plenary session on the second day of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. "Afghanistan is an unfortunate example of the effect of terrorism. I hope the brave steps towards peace taken by President Ghani will be respected by all in the region," PM Modi said at the summit. "Only 6% of foreign tourists in India are from SCO countries, this can easily be doubled. Increasing awareness of our shared cultures can help boost this number. We will organize an SCO food festival and a Buddhist festival in India," he added. "We have again reached a stage where physical and digital connectivity is changing the definition of geography. Therefore, connectivity with our neighbourhood & in the SCO region is our priority," PM said. On Saturday, PM Modi also attended bilateral meetings with several heads of states, including Chinese President Xi Jinping in Qingdao. The bilateral meeting with the Chinese President came just over a month after the two leaders met for an informal summit in China’s Wuhan. Only 6% of foreign tourists in India are from SCO countries, this can easily be doubled. Increasing awareness of our shared cultures can help boost this number.We will organize a SCO food festival and a Buddhist festival in India: PM Modi at #SCOSummit in China's #Qingdao pic.twitter.com/0D2P8PXcJX — ANI (@ANI) June 10, 2018 × Modi floated the concept of SECURE: ‘S’ for security for citizens, ‘E’ for economic development, ‘C’ for connectivity in the region, ‘U’ for unity, ‘R’ for respect of sovereignty, ‘E’ for environment protection. This is India's first participation in the summit as a full-time member of the organisation. India, along with Pakistan, became full-time members during Astana Summit in Kazakhstan in June 2017. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to China as part of which he will be attending the SCO summit and will hold multiple meetings with other SCO leaders. Member-countries, including India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration, after the deliberations. India and China on Saturday, 9 June, signed two Memorandum of Understandings (MoU) related to sharing of hydrological information on Brahmaputra and export on non-Basmati rice to China following the talks between PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Qingdao.

Afghanistan is an unfortunate example of effect of terrorism: PM Modi at SCO summit in China

Ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Qingdao in China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday.

The second day of the 18th SCO summit began with a welcome ceremony and a group photo of leaders of the eight SCO member-states.

Thereafter the SCO members are scheduled to attend a session restricted only to SCO members.

After this, a plenary session will take place after the signing ceremony and a joint press conference.

In the evening, PM Modi will depart for Qingdao Liuting International Airport and emplane for AFS Palam, where he will reach around 10 in the night.

The Prime Minister is on a two day visit to China to attend the SCO Summit where India is participating as a full member for the first time. India along with Pakistan became the permanent members of the SCO last year.

A day before PM Modi participated in the delegation-level talks with other members of the SCO at Anren Hall in China's Qingdao city on the sidelines of the summit. He also met General Secretary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Rashid Alimov.

PM Modi also held bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the port city, where the two leaders took stock of the progress in the implementation of decisions they had taken at their first informal summit in Wuhan.

During the Summit scheduled for &nbspSunday, the leaders of the member states will sign the Qingdao Declaration and some other agreements on security, economic cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges.

The leaders will also analyse international and regional security situations and discuss measures to boost cooperation.

The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.

(With inputs from ANI)

The Prime Minister is on a two day visit to China to attend the SCO Summit where India is participating as a full member for the first time

Ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Qingdao in China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday. The second day of the 18th SCO summit began with a welcome ceremony and a group photo of leaders of the eight SCO member-states. Thereafter the SCO members are scheduled to attend a session restricted only to SCO members. After this, a plenary session will take place after the signing ceremony and a joint press conference. In the evening, PM Modi will depart for Qingdao Liuting International Airport and emplane for AFS Palam, where he will reach around 10 in the night. The Prime Minister is on a two day visit to China to attend the SCO Summit where India is participating as a full member for the first time. India along with Pakistan became the permanent members of the SCO last year. A day before PM Modi participated in the delegation-level talks with other members of the SCO at Anren Hall in China's Qingdao city on the sidelines of the summit. He also met General Secretary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Rashid Alimov. PM Modi also held bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the port city, where the two leaders took stock of the progress in the implementation of decisions they had taken at their first informal summit in Wuhan. During the Summit scheduled for &nbspSunday, the leaders of the member states will sign the Qingdao Declaration and some other agreements on security, economic cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges. The leaders will also analyse international and regional security situations and discuss measures to boost cooperation. The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. (With inputs from ANI)

PM Modi meets Xi ahead of SCO summit

Student rights activist at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Shehla Rashid, made a controversial tweet by claiming that the <a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/massive-manhunt-launched-to-locate-accused-in-pm-modis-assassination-plot-143263">assassination plot against PM Modi </a>is planned by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and the RSS.

She said that the RSS and Union Minister have planned the assassination to blame the Muslims/communists and then lynch the Muslims.

She tweeted, "Looks like RSS/Gadkari is planning to assassinate Modi, and then blame it upon Muslims/Communists and then lynch Muslims #RajivGandhiStyle."&nbsp;

In response to her attack, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that he would take legal action on "anti-social elements" for the comments.

His tweet read, "I would be taking legal action on anti-social elements who have made bizarre comments attributing personal motives to me, regarding the assassination threat to PM @narendramodi."

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Soon after his tweet Shehla Rashid clarified that she was making a sarcastic comment on her post. She said, "Leader of world's biggest party gets worked up about a sarcastic tweet. Imagine what an innocent student @UmarKhalidJNU must be going through after a baseless media assault on him & his father".

Rashid's tweet referred to the assassination plot that was revealed by the Pune police after they recovered a letter from the residence of one of the five persons arrested in connection with the Bhima-Koregaon violence.

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Leader of world's biggest party gets worked up about a sarcastic tweet. Imagine what an innocent student <a href="https://twitter.com/UmarKhalidJNU?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UmarKhalidJNU</a> must be going through after a baseless media assault on him & his father by Times Now. 
 
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The letter read, "Com. Kisan and few other senior comrades have proposed concrete steps to end Modi-raj. We are thinking along the lines of another Rajiv Gandhi type incident. It sounds suicidal and there is a good chance that we might fail, but we feel that the party PB/CC must deliberate over our proposal. Targeting his road-shows could be an effective strategy. We collectively believe that survival of the party is supreme to all sacrifices".

It was also written that for Maoists, "defeating Hindu fascism has been our core agenda and a major concern for the party". 
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In response to the attack, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that he would take legal action on 'anti-social elements'

Student rights activist at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Shehla Rashid, made a controversial tweet by claiming that the assassination plot against PM Modi is planned by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and the RSS. She said that the RSS and Union Minister have planned the assassination to blame the Muslims/communists and then lynch the Muslims. She tweeted, "Looks like RSS/Gadkari is planning to assassinate Modi, and then blame it upon Muslims/Communists and then lynch Muslims #RajivGandhiStyle." In response to her attack, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that he would take legal action on "anti-social elements" for the comments. His tweet read, "I would be taking legal action on anti-social elements who have made bizarre comments attributing personal motives to me, regarding the assassination threat to PM @narendramodi." I would be taking legal action on anti-social elements who have made bizzare comments attributing personal motives to me, regarding the assassination threat to PM @narendramodi — Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) June 9, 2018 × Soon after his tweet Shehla Rashid clarified that she was making a sarcastic comment on her post. She said, "Leader of world's biggest party gets worked up about a sarcastic tweet. Imagine what an innocent student @UmarKhalidJNU must be going through after a baseless media assault on him & his father". Rashid's tweet referred to the assassination plot that was revealed by the Pune police after they recovered a letter from the residence of one of the five persons arrested in connection with the Bhima-Koregaon violence. Looks like RSS/Gadkari is planning to assassinate Modi, and then blame it upon Muslims/Communists and then lynch Muslims #RajivGandhiStyle — Shehla Rashid (@Shehla_Rashid) June 9, 2018 × Leader of world's biggest party gets worked up about a sarcastic tweet. Imagine what an innocent student @UmarKhalidJNU must be going through after a baseless media assault on him & his father by Times Now. Mr. Gadkari, will you also take action against Rahul Shivshankar? https://t.co/tNDZLrqOKV — Shehla Rashid (@Shehla_Rashid) June 9, 2018 × The letter read, "Com. Kisan and few other senior comrades have proposed concrete steps to end Modi-raj. We are thinking along the lines of another Rajiv Gandhi type incident. It sounds suicidal and there is a good chance that we might fail, but we feel that the party PB/CC must deliberate over our proposal. Targeting his road-shows could be an effective strategy. We collectively believe that survival of the party is supreme to all sacrifices". It was also written that for Maoists, "defeating Hindu fascism has been our core agenda and a major concern for the party".

Shehla Rashid tweets 'RSS/Gadkari planning to assassinate Modi'; Gadkari to sue

Following the revelation of the <a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/maoist-letter-reveals-rajiv-gandhi-type-assassination-bid-on-pm-modi--143143">"Rajiv Gandhi-type" assassination bid on Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a>, the&nbsp;Pune police have&nbsp;launched a massive manhunt to locate the four accused who are on the run and are wanted in this case.

These accused are known with their code names as comrade Milind, comrade Deepu, comrade Manglu and comrade Prakash.

The police have formed&nbsp;six teams to investigate the matter.

The&nbsp;Intelligence agencies have alerted that several leaders including students belonging to this Maoist organisation are still on the job and conspiring the plan to eliminate their target. The agencies further said that the accused may be hiding in different parts of the country and be trying to radicalise others to recruit them for CPI Maoist.

The letter that was recovered from the residence of one of the five persons arrested by Pune police in connection with the Bhima-Koregaon violence read, "Com. Kisan and few other senior comrades have proposed concrete steps to end Modi-raj. We are thinking along the lines of another Rajiv Gandhi type incident. It sounds suicidal and there is a good chance that we might fail, but we feel that the party PB/CC must deliberate over our proposal. Targeting his road-shows could be an effective strategy. We collectively believe that survival of the party is supreme to all sacrifices".

In the letter, it was also written that for Maoists, "defeating Hindu fascism has been our core agenda and a major concern for the party".

The Intelligence agencies have alerted that several leaders including students belonging to this Maoist organisation are still on the job and conspiring the plan to eliminate their target

Following the revelation of the "Rajiv Gandhi-type" assassination bid on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Pune police have launched a massive manhunt to locate the four accused who are on the run and are wanted in this case. These accused are known with their code names as comrade Milind, comrade Deepu, comrade Manglu and comrade Prakash. The police have formed six teams to investigate the matter. The Intelligence agencies have alerted that several leaders including students belonging to this Maoist organisation are still on the job and conspiring the plan to eliminate their target. The agencies further said that the accused may be hiding in different parts of the country and be trying to radicalise others to recruit them for CPI Maoist. The letter that was recovered from the residence of one of the five persons arrested by Pune police in connection with the Bhima-Koregaon violence read, "Com. Kisan and few other senior comrades have proposed concrete steps to end Modi-raj. We are thinking along the lines of another Rajiv Gandhi type incident. It sounds suicidal and there is a good chance that we might fail, but we feel that the party PB/CC must deliberate over our proposal. Targeting his road-shows could be an effective strategy. We collectively believe that survival of the party is supreme to all sacrifices". In the letter, it was also written that for Maoists, "defeating Hindu fascism has been our core agenda and a major concern for the party".

Massive manhunt launched to locate accused in PM Modi's assassination plot

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As US President called G-7 countries to admit Russia, French president Emmanuel Macron said European members "unanimously oppose" Russia's entry.

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A day after Maldives failed to secure a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council, losing to&nbspIndonesia, the government of Maldives thanked the Indian government for supporting its candidature in the UNSC.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for China's Qingdao to attend the two-day long 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

<a href="http://wionews.com/south-asia/pak-interim-pm-reviews-fatf-requirements-on-terror-financing-143210">Pak interim PM reviews FATF requirements on terror financing</a>

Pakistan's interim Prime Minister Nasir-ul-Mulk reviewed on Friday the measures taken by the country to meet the requirement of the global watchdog Financial Action Task Force over terrorism financing.

&nbsp

Europeans nations 'unanimously oppose' President Trump's call to admit Russia into G7: Macron As US President called G-7 countries to admit Russia, French president Emmanuel Macron said European members "unanimously oppose" Russia's entry. Watch: Macron may have put 'too much pressure' on Trump at G7, leaves thumb imprint French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday met US President Donald Trump in Canada for the continued trade talks and put pressure on the US on its decision to impose tariffs&nbspon metals imports. But, he may have put a tad bit too much, which was evidently seen by the aftermath of the handshake - which left a prominent imprint on the US Presidents hand. Despite losing UNSC seat, Maldives govt thanks India for support A day after Maldives failed to secure a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council, losing to&nbspIndonesia, the government of Maldives thanked the Indian government for supporting its candidature in the UNSC. PM Modi heads to China for SCO Summit Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for China's Qingdao to attend the two-day long 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Pak interim PM reviews FATF requirements on terror financing Pakistan's interim Prime Minister Nasir-ul-Mulk reviewed on Friday the measures taken by the country to meet the requirement of the global watchdog Financial Action Task Force over terrorism financing.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for China's Qingdao to attend the two-day long 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

On Friday, the Prime Minister posted a message regarding the summit on his official Facebook account.

"The SCO has a rich agenda for cooperation, ranging from fighting terrorism, separatism and extremism to promoting cooperation in connectivity, commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture protecting the environment and mitigating disaster risk, and fostering people-to-people relations," Prime Minister Modi said.

He also said he would be holding multiple meetings with the heads of various SCO member states on the sidelines of the summit.

This will be India's first participation in the summit as a full-time member of the organisation. India, along with Pakistan, became the full-time member during Astana summit in June 2017.

Prime Minister Modi is also scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping apart from holding meetings with various other participating leaders.

Further, the member-countries, including India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration.

The declaration will hold details of the significant mechanism for resisting the global terror activities.

The SCO is a permanent intergovernmental international organisation that focuses on strengthening mutual trust and neighbourliness among the member states and promoting their effective cooperation in politics, trade, the economy, research, technology and culture, and making joint efforts to maintain and ensure peace, security and stability in the region.

The SCO has two sub-divisions including Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) and SCO Secretariat.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for China's Qingdao to attend the two-day long 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for China's Qingdao to attend the two-day long 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). On Friday, the Prime Minister posted a message regarding the summit on his official Facebook account. "The SCO has a rich agenda for cooperation, ranging from fighting terrorism, separatism and extremism to promoting cooperation in connectivity, commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture protecting the environment and mitigating disaster risk, and fostering people-to-people relations," Prime Minister Modi said. He also said he would be holding multiple meetings with the heads of various SCO member states on the sidelines of the summit. This will be India's first participation in the summit as a full-time member of the organisation. India, along with Pakistan, became the full-time member during Astana summit in June 2017. Prime Minister Modi is also scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping apart from holding meetings with various other participating leaders. Further, the member-countries, including India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration. The declaration will hold details of the significant mechanism for resisting the global terror activities. The SCO is a permanent intergovernmental international organisation that focuses on strengthening mutual trust and neighbourliness among the member states and promoting their effective cooperation in politics, trade, the economy, research, technology and culture, and making joint efforts to maintain and ensure peace, security and stability in the region. The SCO has two sub-divisions including Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) and SCO Secretariat.

PM Modi heads to China for SCO Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for China's Qingdao to attend the two-day long 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

On Friday, the Prime Minister posted a message regarding the summit on his official Facebook account.

"The SCO has a rich agenda for cooperation, ranging from fighting terrorism, separatism and extremism to promoting cooperation in connectivity, commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture protecting the environment and mitigating disaster risk, and fostering people-to-people relations," Prime Minister Modi said.

He also said he would be holding multiple meetings with the heads of various SCO member states on the sidelines of the summit.

This will be India's first participation in the summit as a full-time member of the organisation. India, along with Pakistan, became the full-time member during Astana summit in June 2017.

Prime Minister Modi is also scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping apart from holding meetings with various other participating leaders.

Further, the member-countries, including India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration.

The declaration will hold details of the significant mechanism for resisting the global terror activities.

The SCO is a permanent intergovernmental international organisation that focuses on strengthening mutual trust and neighbourliness among the member states and promoting their effective cooperation in politics, trade, the economy, research, technology and culture, and making joint efforts to maintain and ensure peace, security and stability in the region.

The SCO has two sub-divisions including Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) and SCO Secretariat.&nbsp

Ahead of the two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit beginning today in China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi&nbsp;said on Friday that he was excited to lead the Indian delegation for the grouping's first-ever meeting with the country as a full member.

Modi will also hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Qingdao, where they will take stock of the implementation of decisions taken at the informal summit just over a month ago in Wuhan.

"I am excited to lead the Indian delegation for our first-ever meeting of the Council as a full member," Modi said in a Facebook post.

"On 9th and 10th June, I will be in Qingdao, China to take part in the annual SCO Summit. This will be India's first SCO Summit as a full member. Will be interacting with leaders of SCO nations and discussing a wide range of subjects with them," the prime minister tweeted.

Discussions in the summit will take place on diverse issues ranging from combating terrorism, separatism and extremism to promoting cooperation in connectivity, commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture, protecting the environment and mitigating disaster risk and fostering people-to-people relations.

"In the last one year since India became a full member of the SCO, our interaction with the organisation and its member states has grown considerably in these areas. I believe that the Qingdao Summit will further enrich the SCO agenda, while heralding a new beginning for India's engagement with the SCO," he said.

Founded in 2001, the SCO currently comprises eight member states, India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan were admitted to the SCO last year.

"India enjoys deep friendship and multi-dimensional ties with the member states of the SCO. On the sidelines of the SCO Summit, I will have the opportunity of meeting and sharing views with several other leaders, including the Heads of States of many SCO Member States," Modi said.&nbsp;

Founded in 2001, the SCO currently comprises eight member states, India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan were admitted to the SCO last year

Ahead of the two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit beginning today in China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that he was excited to lead the Indian delegation for the grouping's first-ever meeting with the country as a full member. Modi will also hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Qingdao, where they will take stock of the implementation of decisions taken at the informal summit just over a month ago in Wuhan. "I am excited to lead the Indian delegation for our first-ever meeting of the Council as a full member," Modi said in a Facebook post. "On 9th and 10th June, I will be in Qingdao, China to take part in the annual SCO Summit. This will be India's first SCO Summit as a full member. Will be interacting with leaders of SCO nations and discussing a wide range of subjects with them," the prime minister tweeted. Discussions in the summit will take place on diverse issues ranging from combating terrorism, separatism and extremism to promoting cooperation in connectivity, commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture, protecting the environment and mitigating disaster risk and fostering people-to-people relations. "In the last one year since India became a full member of the SCO, our interaction with the organisation and its member states has grown considerably in these areas. I believe that the Qingdao Summit will further enrich the SCO agenda, while heralding a new beginning for India's engagement with the SCO," he said. Founded in 2001, the SCO currently comprises eight member states, India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan were admitted to the SCO last year. "India enjoys deep friendship and multi-dimensional ties with the member states of the SCO. On the sidelines of the SCO Summit, I will have the opportunity of meeting and sharing views with several other leaders, including the Heads of States of many SCO Member States," Modi said.

Excited to lead delegation for India's first-ever SCO summit as a full member, says PM Modi

Opposition in Maharashtra questioned the government's claim of a Maoist conspiracy to assassinate Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling it a possible attempt to divert attention or gain sympathy.

Mumbai Congress chief Sanjay Nirupam said Modi spreads such information to "gain sympathy".

"It needs to be investigated whether this info is correct or not and this is also true that Mr Modi is habitual of spreading such false info to gain sympathy particularly when his popularity declines," Nirupam said on Twitter.

Pune police, who have arrested five persons for alleged Maoist links, yesterday claimed that ultras were planning to target the prime minister.

NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik said that claims of the existence of such a conspiracy appeared to be an attempt to divert attention from the main issues related to the Bhima-Koregaon violence in Pune district earlier this year.

Police should have investigated the matter before seeking remand of the accused citing the alleged conspiracy, he said.

"The information should have been probed first instead of citing it as a ground to seek remand. It goes on to show that there is an attempt to do a publicity stunt," the NCP leader alleged.

A letter found in the house of Delhi-resident Rona Wilson, arrested for alleged Maoist "links", talks about the ultras mulling "Rajiv Gandhi-type incident" and suggesting that Modi should be targeted during his road shows, according to the Pune police.

Wilson was among five people arrested from Mumbai, Nagpur and Delhi in connection with 'Elgar Parishad' held in Pune in December and the subsequent Bhima-Koregaon violence.

Mumbai Congress chief Sanjay Nirupam said Modi spreads such information to 'gain sympathy'

Opposition in Maharashtra questioned the government's claim of a Maoist conspiracy to assassinate Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling it a possible attempt to divert attention or gain sympathy. Mumbai Congress chief Sanjay Nirupam said Modi spreads such information to "gain sympathy". "It needs to be investigated whether this info is correct or not and this is also true that Mr Modi is habitual of spreading such false info to gain sympathy particularly when his popularity declines," Nirupam said on Twitter. Pune police, who have arrested five persons for alleged Maoist links, yesterday claimed that ultras were planning to target the prime minister. NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik said that claims of the existence of such a conspiracy appeared to be an attempt to divert attention from the main issues related to the Bhima-Koregaon violence in Pune district earlier this year. Police should have investigated the matter before seeking remand of the accused citing the alleged conspiracy, he said. "The information should have been probed first instead of citing it as a ground to seek remand. It goes on to show that there is an attempt to do a publicity stunt," the NCP leader alleged. A letter found in the house of Delhi-resident Rona Wilson, arrested for alleged Maoist "links", talks about the ultras mulling "Rajiv Gandhi-type incident" and suggesting that Modi should be targeted during his road shows, according to the Pune police. Wilson was among five people arrested from Mumbai, Nagpur and Delhi in connection with 'Elgar Parishad' held in Pune in December and the subsequent Bhima-Koregaon violence.

Claims of Maoist conspiracy could be diversionary tactic: Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam

PM Modi arrived in China's eastern port city of Qingdao today to attend the 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit with Pakistan also in attendance.

Modi was welcomed by Chinese officials and he also received a guard of honour upon his arrival at the airport.

Although PM Modi is not slated to meet Pakistan leaders officially, but he may meet them unofficially, according to India's Ambassador to China Gautam Bambawale.

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Before leaving for the summit, the Indian prime minister said he would be discussing "terrorism, separatism and extremism" with other leaders, including "commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture".

During the summit, PM Modi will be holding bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping which would be their second meeting after Wuhan where the two leaders had met for an "informal summit".

SCO members &nbsp;India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration which aims to resist global terror activities.

Established in Shanghai in 2001, the SCO accounts for over 60 per cent of the Eurasian landmass, nearly half of the world's population. The summit aims to make joint efforts to maintain and ensure peace, security and stability in the region including promotion of trade, research and technology.

The summit will conclude on Sunday.

During the summit, PM Modi will be holding bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

PM Modi arrived in China's eastern port city of Qingdao today to attend the 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit with Pakistan also in attendance. Modi was welcomed by Chinese officials and he also received a guard of honour upon his arrival at the airport. Although PM Modi is not slated to meet Pakistan leaders officially, but he may meet them unofficially, according to India's Ambassador to China Gautam Bambawale. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in China's #Qingdao, he will be attending the SCO Summit & will hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. pic.twitter.com/ZzzuiBvGrT — ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2018 × Before leaving for the summit, the Indian prime minister said he would be discussing "terrorism, separatism and extremism" with other leaders, including "commerce, customs, law, health and agriculture". During the summit, PM Modi will be holding bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping which would be their second meeting after Wuhan where the two leaders had met for an "informal summit". SCO members India, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are expected to sign the Qingdao Declaration which aims to resist global terror activities. Established in Shanghai in 2001, the SCO accounts for over 60 per cent of the Eurasian landmass, nearly half of the world's population. The summit aims to make joint efforts to maintain and ensure peace, security and stability in the region including promotion of trade, research and technology. The summit will conclude on Sunday.

PM Modi arrives in China to attend SCO summit

India and Pakistan will <a href="http://wionews.com/south-asia/uninterrupted-dialogue-with-india-only-way-to-resolve-all-disputes-pakistan-143008">not hold any formal meeting</a> on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation(SCO) summit scheduled to begin tomorrow in China, India's ambassador to China&nbsp;Gautam Bambawale said.&nbsp;

Bambawale&nbsp;confirmed that the leaders of the two countries may talk during the summit but there will be "no formal meeting"&nbsp;with Pakistan.

"Neither have we nor has Pakistan asked for a formal meeting but during such summits leaders may talk on the sidelines but there will be no formal meeting (with Pakistan)", Indian Ambassador to China, Gautam Bambawale said.

He further said, "This is the first summit wherein India is participating with complete membership & so will Pakistan, terror will certainly be a substantial part of the&nbsp;discussion".

The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Modi is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the summit, where the two leaders are expected to take stock of the implementations of ideas that they had decided during their informal summit in Wuhan last month.

Indian ambassador to China has confirmed that the leaders of the two countries may talk during the summit but there will be no formal meeting with Pakistan

India and Pakistan will not hold any formal meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation(SCO) summit scheduled to begin tomorrow in China, India's ambassador to China Gautam Bambawale said. Bambawale confirmed that the leaders of the two countries may talk during the summit but there will be "no formal meeting" with Pakistan. "Neither have we nor has Pakistan asked for a formal meeting but during such summits leaders may talk on the sidelines but there will be no formal meeting (with Pakistan)", Indian Ambassador to China, Gautam Bambawale said. He further said, "This is the first summit wherein India is participating with complete membership & so will Pakistan, terror will certainly be a substantial part of the discussion". The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Prime Minister Modi is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the summit, where the two leaders are expected to take stock of the implementations of ideas that they had decided during their informal summit in Wuhan last month.

'India, Pak leaders may talk but no formal meeting during SCO summit,' says Indian Ambassador to China

Pune police have chanced upon a letter from the residence of one of the five persons they had arrested in connection with the Bhima-Koregaon violence. The letter discusses 'Rajiv Gandhi-type' assassination bid on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.&nbsp;

"Modi-led Hindu fascism is bulldozing its way into the lives of indigenous Adivasis. In spite of big defeats like Bihar and West Bengal, Modi has successfully established BJP government in more than 15 states. If this pace continues, then it would mean immense trouble for the party on all fronts. Greater suppression of dissent and more brutal form of Misson 2016 (OGH)," the letter read.

"Com. Kisan and few other senior comrades have proposed concrete steps to end Modi-raj. We are thinking along the lines of another Rajiv Gandhi type incident. It sounds suicidal and there is a good chance that we might fail, but we feel that the party PB/CC must deliberate over our proposal. Targeting his road-shows could be an effective strategy. We collectively believe that survival of the party is supreme to all sacrifices," it added. 
In the letter, it was also written that for Maoists, "defeating Hindu fascism has been our core agenda and a major concern for the party".

Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) terrorists.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Maharashtra Home Ministry Sources said it has received two letters from Maoist organisations, threatening Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his family members. Both letters mentioned the recent Gadchiroli encounters where several Maoists were gunned down.&nbsp;

Police are investigating the matter.

However, Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam said the strategy might be "planted".

"I am not saying this is completely untrue, but it has been Prime Minister Modi's old tactic since he was Chief Minister of Gujarat. Whenever his popularity declines, news of an assassination plot is planted. So, it should be probed how much truth is in it this time," he was quoted as saying told news agency ANI.

Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury downplayed the question and said the court should decide on the matter.

"There are security forces in the country. Also, courts are there. They will look into this. The security forces have been taking care of the politicians in India. I don't know (if it's real or not). Let the court decide that," he said.

(With inputs from ANI)

However, Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam said the strategy might be "planted".

Pune police have chanced upon a letter from the residence of one of the five persons they had arrested in connection with the Bhima-Koregaon violence. The letter discusses 'Rajiv Gandhi-type' assassination bid on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Modi-led Hindu fascism is bulldozing its way into the lives of indigenous Adivasis. In spite of big defeats like Bihar and West Bengal, Modi has successfully established BJP government in more than 15 states. If this pace continues, then it would mean immense trouble for the party on all fronts. Greater suppression of dissent and more brutal form of Misson 2016 (OGH)," the letter read. "Com. Kisan and few other senior comrades have proposed concrete steps to end Modi-raj. We are thinking along the lines of another Rajiv Gandhi type incident. It sounds suicidal and there is a good chance that we might fail, but we feel that the party PB/CC must deliberate over our proposal. Targeting his road-shows could be an effective strategy. We collectively believe that survival of the party is supreme to all sacrifices," it added. In the letter, it was also written that for Maoists, "defeating Hindu fascism has been our core agenda and a major concern for the party". Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) terrorists. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Home Ministry Sources said it has received two letters from Maoist organisations, threatening Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his family members. Both letters mentioned the recent Gadchiroli encounters where several Maoists were gunned down. Police are investigating the matter. However, Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam said the strategy might be "planted". "I am not saying this is completely untrue, but it has been Prime Minister Modi's old tactic since he was Chief Minister of Gujarat. Whenever his popularity declines, news of an assassination plot is planted. So, it should be probed how much truth is in it this time," he was quoted as saying told news agency ANI. Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury downplayed the question and said the court should decide on the matter. "There are security forces in the country. Also, courts are there. They will look into this. The security forces have been taking care of the politicians in India. I don't know (if it's real or not). Let the court decide that," he said. (With inputs from ANI)

Maoist letter reveals 'Rajiv Gandhi-type' assassination bid on PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi addressed people on the government's Awas Yogna&nbsp;through the Namo app today asserting that every Indian, rich or poor, must have a house.

"Will provide a roof for everyone, completed 50 lakh homes for the poor," Modi said.

Modi promised housing for everyone by 2022.

"The government is catering for the requirement of increased population," the Indian prime minister said, adding, "will ensure 3 crore houses rural areas in 2022, 1 &nbsp;crore houses in urban areas."

"Swachh Bharat, MGNREGA are linked in Awas Yogna,"&nbsp;Modi said while addressing people on the Namo app.

"Every human desires his or her own house. A person becomes much happier when he or she has a house. The Awas Yojana is not merely about brick and mortar," the PM said.

"During UPA government, beneficiaries were selected through BPL(Below Poverty Line) list. We started doing selection through socio-economic-caste-census with the help of which we added those beneficiaries who were left out earlier," he informed.

PM Narendra Modi addressed people on the government's Awas Yogna

PM Narendra Modi addressed people on the government's Awas Yogna through the Namo app today asserting that every Indian, rich or poor, must have a house. "Will provide a roof for everyone, completed 50 lakh homes for the poor," Modi said. Modi promised housing for everyone by 2022. "The government is catering for the requirement of increased population," the Indian prime minister said, adding, "will ensure 3 crore houses rural areas in 2022, 1 crore houses in urban areas." "Swachh Bharat, MGNREGA are linked in Awas Yogna," Modi said while addressing people on the Namo app. "Every human desires his or her own house. A person becomes much happier when he or she has a house. The Awas Yojana is not merely about brick and mortar," the PM said. "During UPA government, beneficiaries were selected through BPL(Below Poverty Line) list. We started doing selection through socio-economic-caste-census with the help of which we added those beneficiaries who were left out earlier," he informed.

'Housing for all by 2022,' says PM Modi via Namo app

"Together, let us ensure that our future generations live in a clean and green planet, in harmony with nature," tweeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday morning hours on the occasion of World Environment Day.

World Environment Day is the "people's day" for doing something to take care of the Earth.

Each World Environment Day is organised around a theme that focuses attention on a particularly pressing environmental concern.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an event marking the World Environment Day whose theme this year is "Beat Plastic Pollution".&nbsp;

He will also visit the exhibition set up on the occasion at the Rajpath lawns.

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India is the global host nation for the 43rd edition of the event.

Environment ministers, representatives from the United Nations, and members from various industry bodies will be among the various dignitaries attending the event, a statement said.

Prime Minister, in his latest edition of ‘Mann Ki Baat' radio programme, had underlined that India being named the official host of the World Environment Day celebrations was a recognition of the country's growing leadership in tackling climate change issues.

He had also urged people to shun plastic to protect the environment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an event marking the World Environment Day whose theme this year is "Beat Plastic Pollution".

"Together, let us ensure that our future generations live in a clean and green planet, in harmony with nature," tweeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday morning hours on the occasion of World Environment Day. World Environment Day is the "people's day" for doing something to take care of the Earth. Each World Environment Day is organised around a theme that focuses attention on a particularly pressing environmental concern. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an event marking the World Environment Day whose theme this year is "Beat Plastic Pollution". He will also visit the exhibition set up on the occasion at the Rajpath lawns. Greetings on #WorldEnvironmentDay. Together, let us ensure that our future generations live in a clean and green planet, in harmony with nature. pic.twitter.com/HYUNlCCQ2P — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2018 × India is the global host nation for the 43rd edition of the event. Environment ministers, representatives from the United Nations, and members from various industry bodies will be among the various dignitaries attending the event, a statement said. Prime Minister, in his latest edition of ‘Mann Ki Baat' radio programme, had underlined that India being named the official host of the World Environment Day celebrations was a recognition of the country's growing leadership in tackling climate change issues. He had also urged people to shun plastic to protect the environment.

Ensure that our future generations live on a green planet, tweets PM Modi on Environment Day

India and the United States have pledged to continue their strong bilateral strategic partnership, the Pentagon said after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis.

Mattis met the prime minister on the sidelines of the International Institute for Strategic Studies' 17th Asia Security Summit — also known as the Shangri-La Dialogue — in Singapore on Saturday.

"The two discussed the importance of the US-India relationship, and the role of both nations in cooperating to uphold international laws and principles, and to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific," defence spokesperson Captain Jeff Davis said here yesterday.

The two leaders "pledged to continue the strong US-India strategic partnership and affirmed their commitment to maintaining peace, stability and prosperity in the region," Davis said in a readout of the meeting.

The two leaders "pledged to continue the strong US-India strategic partnership and affirmed their commitment to maintaining peace, stability and prosperity in the region," Davis said in a readout of the meeting.

India and the United States have pledged to continue their strong bilateral strategic partnership, the Pentagon said after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis. Mattis met the prime minister on the sidelines of the International Institute for Strategic Studies' 17th Asia Security Summit — also known as the Shangri-La Dialogue — in Singapore on Saturday. "The two discussed the importance of the US-India relationship, and the role of both nations in cooperating to uphold international laws and principles, and to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific," defence spokesperson Captain Jeff Davis said here yesterday. The two leaders "pledged to continue the strong US-India strategic partnership and affirmed their commitment to maintaining peace, stability and prosperity in the region," Davis said in a readout of the meeting.

PM Modi, Mattis pledge to continue strong US-India strategic partnership

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Facebook has formed data-sharing partnerships with 60 device makers, including Apple and Microsoft, giving them access to information of users and even their friends, a media report has claimed, weeks after the social media faced massive backlash for improperly sharing personal data of up to 87 million people.

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In a latest dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi called him out saying that the interviews he gives are pre-scripted.&nbsp;

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Facebook shared user data with over 60 device makers including Apple, Samsung: Report Facebook has formed data-sharing partnerships with 60 device makers, including Apple and Microsoft, giving them access to information of users and even their friends, a media report has claimed, weeks after the social media faced massive backlash for improperly sharing personal data of up to 87 million people. BJP lost bypolls because Keshav Prasad Maurya was not made CM: UP Minister UP Minister OP Rajbhar has said the BJP lost the recent Uttar Pradesh bypolls because Yogi Aditynath, and not Keshav Prasad Maurya, was made chief minister. Watch: PM Modi 'doesn't take real questions', says Rahul Gandhi In a latest dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi called him out saying that the interviews he gives are pre-scripted. Denied entry into examination centre, UPSC aspirant kills himself Varun, a 28-year-old student from Karnataka, allegedly committed suicide in Delhi after he was denied entry to sit for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) or civil services exam. Keys of Jagannath Temple treasury go missing, Odisha CM orders judicial probe The keys of the 12th century Jagannath Temple's treasury chamber Ratna Bhandar in Odisha have reportedly gone missing.

In a latest dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi called him out saying that the interviews he&nbsp;gives are pre-scripted.&nbsp;

Sharing a video of PM Modi in Singapore, Rahul Gandhi alleged that PM Modi was the first Indian 'PM who ‘took spontaneous questions that the translator has pre-scripted answers to’.

He wrote on Twitter: “The first Indian PM who takes "spontaneous" questions that the translator has pre-scripted answers to! Good that he doesn't take real questions. Would have been a real embarrassment to us all if he did.” &nbsp;

The video was of an interview PM Modi had given at Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University (NTU) last Friday where he was seen answering a question about the challenges faced by Asia.&nbsp;

After PM Modi finished answering in Hindi, his translator then took out a piece of paper and read the same answer in English for the audience which also included facts that PM Modi's answer did not mention.&nbsp;

The Congress has often attacked PM Modi for not holding press conferences and only giving one-on-one interviews and has also said that PM Modi has time and again refused to answer "real questions" posed by opposition leaders and other.

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Sharing a video of PM Modi in Singapore, Rahul Gandhi alleged that PM Modi was the first Indian 'PM who takes 'spontaneous' questions that the translator has pre-scripted answers to!’

In a latest dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi called him out saying that the interviews he gives are pre-scripted. Sharing a video of PM Modi in Singapore, Rahul Gandhi alleged that PM Modi was the first Indian 'PM who ‘took spontaneous questions that the translator has pre-scripted answers to’. He wrote on Twitter: “The first Indian PM who takes "spontaneous" questions that the translator has pre-scripted answers to! Good that he doesn't take real questions. Would have been a real embarrassment to us all if he did.” The video was of an interview PM Modi had given at Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University (NTU) last Friday where he was seen answering a question about the challenges faced by Asia. After PM Modi finished answering in Hindi, his translator then took out a piece of paper and read the same answer in English for the audience which also included facts that PM Modi's answer did not mention. The Congress has often attacked PM Modi for not holding press conferences and only giving one-on-one interviews and has also said that PM Modi has time and again refused to answer "real questions" posed by opposition leaders and other. The first Indian PM who takes "spontaneous" questions that the translator has pre-scripted answers to! Good that he doesn't take real questions. Would have been a real embarrassment to us all if he did. pic.twitter.com/8Iyfgiaseh — Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) June 4, 2018 ×

Watch: PM Modi 'doesn't take real questions', says Rahul Gandhi

On the third and last day of his Singapore visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former Singaporean premier and Emeritus Senior Minister (ESM) Goh Chok Tong here on Saturday.

The two leaders held talks on issues of mutual interest.

ESM Goh served as the country's second prime minister from 1990 to 2004. Prior to this, he also served as the deputy prime minister of Singapore from 1985 to 1990.

ESM Goh has also served in several cabinet berths under the first Prime Minister of Singapore, Lee Kuan Yew and most notably as Senior Minister under incumbent Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's cabinet from 2004 to 2011.

In 2011, Prime Minister Lee appointed Goh as Emeritus Senior Minister. He is also a senior advisor to the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), which is the country's central bank.

After the meeting, Prime Minister Modi will unveil the plaque marking the immersion site of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi's ashes at Clifford Pier.

Prime Minister Modi will then hold a meeting with US Secretary of Defence Jim Mattis.

Mattis had served as the Marine Corps Reserve for over four decades before retiring in 2013. In January 2017, US President Donald Trump appointed Mattis as his defence secretary.

Next, Prime Minister Modi will visit the National Orchid Garden, which is located within the Singapore Botanic Gardens. It is the only tropical garden to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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The Prime Minister will pay a visit to Chuliya Mosque, one of the oldest mosques of Singapore located in Chinatown. It has been the country's national monument since 1974.

Prime Minister Modi will visit the Sri Mariamman Temple, which is located nearby to the Chuliya Mosque and is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore.

He will next visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, also located in Chinatown. The temple gets its name from what the Buddhists regard as the left canine tooth of Lord Buddha, which was recovered from his funeral pyre in Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh, according to visitsingapore.com.

After this, the Prime Minister will visit the Indian Heritage Centre, situated in Little India.

Lastly, Prime Minister Modi will visit by going to Changi Naval Base, where he will see the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Satpura and interact with officers and sailors of the Indian Navy and Royal Singapore Navy.

After these engagements, he will emplane for New Delhi, concluding his five-day visit to Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.

India and Singapore held a wide-range discussion on strategic and economic issues, technology and innovation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southeast Asian nation, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday.

"Discussions were held on strategic and economic issues and technology and innovation. Prime Minister Modi in his discussion to the leadership of Singapore conveyed our intention to play a balanced and constructive cooperative role in advancing peace and stability in the entire region," MEA Secretary (East) Preeti Saran said while briefing the media.

While addressing a keynote at the Shangri-La Dialogue on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) bloc as "architecture of peace and security in the region" and an "example and inspiration" for international cooperation.

He noted that the Southeast Asian region has maritime and territorial, political, defence, and economic ties with India.

Further, referring to the significance of Indo-Pacific region, Prime Minister Modi said, "India stands for a free, open, inclusive region which includes all nations in this geography as also others beyond who have a stake in it."

The Prime Minister highlighted the deepening bilateral ties of India and China and said the world would be a better place if the two Asian giants work together in trust and confidence.

He said both the countries, which share a long and disputed boundary, have displayed maturity and wisdom in managing issues and ensuring a peaceful border as there "is a growing intersection in our international presence."

Later, Prime Minister Modi talked of the bilateral relations between India and the United States and said, "India's global strategic partnership with the United States continues to deepen across the extraordinary breadth of our relationship."

Terming Singapore as a "Gateway of India to the east", Prime Minister Modi said both India and Singapore shared multilateral ties in the fields of religion, culture, art and commerce, language and literature.

On the same note, he described the relations between India and Singapore as 'SAGAR' (Security and Growth for All in the Region).

The Prime Minister called on nations to collectively address mutual insecurities and terror threats being faced by the countries across the world and called for a collaborative effort in countering the challenges, including terrorism, being faced by the global community.

Earlier on Friday, Prime Minister Modi gifted Prime Minister Lee a replica of 6th-century Buddhagupta Stele.

A total of 14 Business to Business (B2B) and Business to Government (B2G) were signed during the event at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre in Singapore.

Prime Minister Modi landed in Singapore on Thursday, where he received a rousing welcome from the crowd.

Before Singapore, the Prime Minister visited Indonesia and Malaysia in a bid to enhance India's relations and engagements with the three countries, who are members of the ASEAN.

Prime Minister Modi will then hold a meeting with US Secretary of Defence Jim Mattis.

On the third and last day of his Singapore visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former Singaporean premier and Emeritus Senior Minister (ESM) Goh Chok Tong here on Saturday. The two leaders held talks on issues of mutual interest. ESM Goh served as the country's second prime minister from 1990 to 2004. Prior to this, he also served as the deputy prime minister of Singapore from 1985 to 1990. ESM Goh has also served in several cabinet berths under the first Prime Minister of Singapore, Lee Kuan Yew and most notably as Senior Minister under incumbent Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's cabinet from 2004 to 2011. In 2011, Prime Minister Lee appointed Goh as Emeritus Senior Minister. He is also a senior advisor to the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), which is the country's central bank. After the meeting, Prime Minister Modi will unveil the plaque marking the immersion site of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi's ashes at Clifford Pier. Prime Minister Modi will then hold a meeting with US Secretary of Defence Jim Mattis. Mattis had served as the Marine Corps Reserve for over four decades before retiring in 2013. In January 2017, US President Donald Trump appointed Mattis as his defence secretary. Next, Prime Minister Modi will visit the National Orchid Garden, which is located within the Singapore Botanic Gardens. It is the only tropical garden to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. #Singapore: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled plaque marking the immersion site of Mahatma Gandhi's ashes at Clifford Pier. Singapore's former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong also present. pic.twitter.com/W8uUs6bezs — ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2018 × #Singapore: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled plaque marking the immersion site of Mahatma Gandhi's ashes at Clifford Pier. Singapore's former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong also present. pic.twitter.com/nrZdxMHDQW — ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2018 × The Prime Minister will pay a visit to Chuliya Mosque, one of the oldest mosques of Singapore located in Chinatown. It has been the country's national monument since 1974. Prime Minister Modi will visit the Sri Mariamman Temple, which is located nearby to the Chuliya Mosque and is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. He will next visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, also located in Chinatown. The temple gets its name from what the Buddhists regard as the left canine tooth of Lord Buddha, which was recovered from his funeral pyre in Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh, according to visitsingapore.com. After this, the Prime Minister will visit the Indian Heritage Centre, situated in Little India. Lastly, Prime Minister Modi will visit by going to Changi Naval Base, where he will see the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Satpura and interact with officers and sailors of the Indian Navy and Royal Singapore Navy. After these engagements, he will emplane for New Delhi, concluding his five-day visit to Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. India and Singapore held a wide-range discussion on strategic and economic issues, technology and innovation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southeast Asian nation, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday. "Discussions were held on strategic and economic issues and technology and innovation. Prime Minister Modi in his discussion to the leadership of Singapore conveyed our intention to play a balanced and constructive cooperative role in advancing peace and stability in the entire region," MEA Secretary (East) Preeti Saran said while briefing the media. While addressing a keynote at the Shangri-La Dialogue on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) bloc as "architecture of peace and security in the region" and an "example and inspiration" for international cooperation. He noted that the Southeast Asian region has maritime and territorial, political, defence, and economic ties with India. Further, referring to the significance of Indo-Pacific region, Prime Minister Modi said, "India stands for a free, open, inclusive region which includes all nations in this geography as also others beyond who have a stake in it." The Prime Minister highlighted the deepening bilateral ties of India and China and said the world would be a better place if the two Asian giants work together in trust and confidence. He said both the countries, which share a long and disputed boundary, have displayed maturity and wisdom in managing issues and ensuring a peaceful border as there "is a growing intersection in our international presence." Later, Prime Minister Modi talked of the bilateral relations between India and the United States and said, "India's global strategic partnership with the United States continues to deepen across the extraordinary breadth of our relationship." Terming Singapore as a "Gateway of India to the east", Prime Minister Modi said both India and Singapore shared multilateral ties in the fields of religion, culture, art and commerce, language and literature. On the same note, he described the relations between India and Singapore as 'SAGAR' (Security and Growth for All in the Region). The Prime Minister called on nations to collectively address mutual insecurities and terror threats being faced by the countries across the world and called for a collaborative effort in countering the challenges, including terrorism, being faced by the global community. Earlier on Friday, Prime Minister Modi gifted Prime Minister Lee a replica of 6th-century Buddhagupta Stele. A total of 14 Business to Business (B2B) and Business to Government (B2G) were signed during the event at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre in Singapore. Prime Minister Modi landed in Singapore on Thursday, where he received a rousing welcome from the crowd. Before Singapore, the Prime Minister visited Indonesia and Malaysia in a bid to enhance India's relations and engagements with the three countries, who are members of the ASEAN.

PM Modi meets ex-Singaporean PM Goh Chok Tong

The much-awaited Shangri-La Dialogue started with renewed emphasis on the Indian and South East Asian connection. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the future resides in the East and the region can be shaped with collective hope. He said Singapore is an example of great excellence. “When rule prevails and oceans are open, nations prosper and Singapore is an example of it,” he said.

“Lion nation and Lion city is united by common values and Singapore is a gateway to East for us,” said Modi. He emphasised that in the past three decades, the lost connection with the East has been reclaimed. Modi said that oceans played an important part in our thinking even in pre-Vedic times. “Even in Puranas the geographical context of the country is in reference to the sea,” he said. He said that oceans carry 90 per cent of Indian trade and oceans have always played an important role in our region.

He acknowledged that trade in the region is growing significantly. He said that our relationship with other states is expanding with exceeding pace. “Global transit routes should remain peaceful and free for all,” he said. South East Asia is our neighbour by land and sea. Modi asserted that India’s role has increased in the ASEAN region. Modi emphasised that in all major grouping of nations of South East Asia, India is present. He described projects in which India is deeply involved in detail and country by country, ranging from Korea to Cambodia.

Modi also spoke about his bilateral meetings in Wuhan and Sochi.

He said that both he and Putin felt the need for a strong multipolar world. Through his speech, Modi continued to emphasise the need for a stable Indo-Pacific region.

He said that India’s cooperation with China is expanding. “Two-day meeting in Wuhan helped cement an understanding,” Modi said. “World will have a better future if India and China can work together,” Modi added.

Modi,&nbsp;after mentioning China and Russia, continued to emphasise India’s strong cultural relationship with South East Asia.

He spoke about India’s deepening defence ties with South East Asian economies. “With Singapore, we have the longest and uninterrupted naval exercise which has lasted for 25 years,” Modi said. He gave similar examples of close regional cooperation between India and other countries when it came to naval affairs and patrolling of the sea. He said that our presence will grow in the region and will grow on the bed rock of peace.

He admitted that there has been a disruption in the global order. “Despite progress, we live in the age of uncertainty, clashing vision and competing models,” he said. He also said that internal disturbances are acquiring ethnic fault lines. “It is an interdependent world and nations need to rise above the divisions and work together,” he said.

“I see ASEAN as an inspiration,” he said. He said that ASEAN’s unity is essential for this region to prosper. He said that ASEAN unity must be supported. “ASEAN lies at the heart of the new Indo Pacific,” Modi said. He said that ASEAN is required for a stable world and this entity is not against anyone.

Modi also renewed his faith in multilateral order and safe oceans for everyone. He also rued growing protectionism in goods and services. He continued to focus on rule based systems to ensure international stability in trade and commerce. Modi said that India is prepared to work with anyone to promote peace and trade.

He added that the great power rivalry must be avoided. He said that Asian cooperation will define the new century. “Differences should not be allowed to turn into disputes,” said Modi.

“Our roles will be inclusive. We are inheritors of Vedanta philosophy. The truth is one and learned speak in many ways. This is the way we engage the world. It is not dependent on the size of a country,” he said. He ended his speech on the note that by only working together, stability to the world order can be brought about.

Modi delivered the dialogue's keynote address Friday in Singapore. In his speech, Modi pushed for ASEAN unity and a new, rule-based multipolar world order

The much-awaited Shangri-La Dialogue started with renewed emphasis on the Indian and South East Asian connection. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the future resides in the East and the region can be shaped with collective hope. He said Singapore is an example of great excellence. “When rule prevails and oceans are open, nations prosper and Singapore is an example of it,” he said. “Lion nation and Lion city is united by common values and Singapore is a gateway to East for us,” said Modi. He emphasised that in the past three decades, the lost connection with the East has been reclaimed. Modi said that oceans played an important part in our thinking even in pre-Vedic times. “Even in Puranas the geographical context of the country is in reference to the sea,” he said. He said that oceans carry 90 per cent of Indian trade and oceans have always played an important role in our region. He acknowledged that trade in the region is growing significantly. He said that our relationship with other states is expanding with exceeding pace. “Global transit routes should remain peaceful and free for all,” he said. South East Asia is our neighbour by land and sea. Modi asserted that India’s role has increased in the ASEAN region. Modi emphasised that in all major grouping of nations of South East Asia, India is present. He described projects in which India is deeply involved in detail and country by country, ranging from Korea to Cambodia. Modi also spoke about his bilateral meetings in Wuhan and Sochi. He said that both he and Putin felt the need for a strong multipolar world. Through his speech, Modi continued to emphasise the need for a stable Indo-Pacific region. He said that India’s cooperation with China is expanding. “Two-day meeting in Wuhan helped cement an understanding,” Modi said. “World will have a better future if India and China can work together,” Modi added. Modi, after mentioning China and Russia, continued to emphasise India’s strong cultural relationship with South East Asia. He spoke about India’s deepening defence ties with South East Asian economies. “With Singapore, we have the longest and uninterrupted naval exercise which has lasted for 25 years,” Modi said. He gave similar examples of close regional cooperation between India and other countries when it came to naval affairs and patrolling of the sea. He said that our presence will grow in the region and will grow on the bed rock of peace. He admitted that there has been a disruption in the global order. “Despite progress, we live in the age of uncertainty, clashing vision and competing models,” he said. He also said that internal disturbances are acquiring ethnic fault lines. “It is an interdependent world and nations need to rise above the divisions and work together,” he said. “I see ASEAN as an inspiration,” he said. He said that ASEAN’s unity is essential for this region to prosper. He said that ASEAN unity must be supported. “ASEAN lies at the heart of the new Indo Pacific,” Modi said. He said that ASEAN is required for a stable world and this entity is not against anyone. Modi also renewed his faith in multilateral order and safe oceans for everyone. He also rued growing protectionism in goods and services. He continued to focus on rule based systems to ensure international stability in trade and commerce. Modi said that India is prepared to work with anyone to promote peace and trade. He added that the great power rivalry must be avoided. He said that Asian cooperation will define the new century. “Differences should not be allowed to turn into disputes,” said Modi. “Our roles will be inclusive. We are inheritors of Vedanta philosophy. The truth is one and learned speak in many ways. This is the way we engage the world. It is not dependent on the size of a country,” he said. He ended his speech on the note that by only working together, stability to the world order can be brought about.

'Nations need to rise above divisions and work together,' says Modi at Shangri-La Dialogue

As part of government's <a href="http://wionews.com/world/pm-modi-may-meet-us-defence-secretary-mattis-at-shangri-la-dialogue-141447">'Act East policy', PM Modi and Singapore prime minister</a> Lee Hsien Loong met today to issue a joint statement ahead of the Shangri-La Dialogue later on Friday.

"India and Singapore have signed several MoUs, including in defence," Loong said. The Singapore prime minister said India is a long-standing friend of the country and he was happy to host the Indian prime minister.

Expanding on Singapore prime minister's statement, PM Modi said relations between the two countries is smooth.

"Economic cooperation will be increased," Modi said, adding," Singapore is an important source of FDI for India."

The Indian prime minister said the two countries were engaged in "digital cooperation" while pitching for stronger India-Singapore ties.

India and Singapore will review the air service soon, the prime minister informed.

"India and Singapore Navy will start joint naval excercise,"&nbsp;the PM said during the joint statement.

The navies of the two countries have already signed an agreement.

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Expanding on Singapore prime minister's statement, PM Modi said relations between the two countries is smooth.

As part of government's 'Act East policy', PM Modi and Singapore prime minister Lee Hsien Loong met today to issue a joint statement ahead of the Shangri-La Dialogue later on Friday. "India and Singapore have signed several MoUs, including in defence," Loong said. The Singapore prime minister said India is a long-standing friend of the country and he was happy to host the Indian prime minister. Expanding on Singapore prime minister's statement, PM Modi said relations between the two countries is smooth. "Economic cooperation will be increased," Modi said, adding," Singapore is an important source of FDI for India." The Indian prime minister said the two countries were engaged in "digital cooperation" while pitching for stronger India-Singapore ties. India and Singapore will review the air service soon, the prime minister informed. "India and Singapore Navy will start joint naval excercise," the PM said during the joint statement. The navies of the two countries have already signed an agreement.

India and Singapore navies to start joint exercises: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today handed over the Padma Shri award, one of India's highest civilian awards, to former Singaporean diplomat Tommy Koh here.

Koh was among 10 ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) receipts of the prestigious award this year.

"Prof Tommy Koh, former diplomat of Singapore, was handed over the Padma Shri award by Prime Minister Modi in the presence of Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. The award was announced in January 2018 on the occasion of silver jubilee of India ASEAN partnership and our Republic Day," said Raveesh Kumar, Spokesperson at the Ministry of External Affairs.

Koh, 80, has served as Singapore's ambassador to the US and the UN, and as president of the Third United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea in 1981 and 1982.

He is currently chairman of the board of governors of the Centre for International Law at the National University of Singapore.

Koh was chief negotiator for the US-Singapore Free Trade Agreement, and was in the team that successfully argued the case for Singapore's claim to Pedra Branca at the International Court of Justice. He is also a key figure in Singapore's semi-official strategic dialogues with Asia's three most powerful nations - China, Japan and India.

Beyond diplomacy, Koh has also been a champion of the arts, the environment and civil society, and an outspoken advocate of civic engagement.

Koh said he is "very honoured and grateful" to receive the award.

Koh, 80, has served as Singapore's ambassador to the US and the UN

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today handed over the Padma Shri award, one of India's highest civilian awards, to former Singaporean diplomat Tommy Koh here. Koh was among 10 ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) receipts of the prestigious award this year. "Prof Tommy Koh, former diplomat of Singapore, was handed over the Padma Shri award by Prime Minister Modi in the presence of Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. The award was announced in January 2018 on the occasion of silver jubilee of India ASEAN partnership and our Republic Day," said Raveesh Kumar, Spokesperson at the Ministry of External Affairs. Koh, 80, has served as Singapore's ambassador to the US and the UN, and as president of the Third United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea in 1981 and 1982. He is currently chairman of the board of governors of the Centre for International Law at the National University of Singapore. Koh was chief negotiator for the US-Singapore Free Trade Agreement, and was in the team that successfully argued the case for Singapore's claim to Pedra Branca at the International Court of Justice. He is also a key figure in Singapore's semi-official strategic dialogues with Asia's three most powerful nations - China, Japan and India. Beyond diplomacy, Koh has also been a champion of the arts, the environment and civil society, and an outspoken advocate of civic engagement. Koh said he is "very honoured and grateful" to receive the award.

PM Modi hands Padma Shri to ex-Singapore diplomat Tommy Koh

PM Modi reached Malaysia on Thursday morning on the second leg of his three-nation tour.

The Indian prime minister landed in Kuala Lumpur after visiting Jakarta.

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PM Modi lands in Malaysia, set to meet PM Mahathir Mohamad today

PM Modi left for Malaysia today after completing his 2-day visit to Jakarta.

PM Modi concluded his visit after meeting with Indonesia's President Joko Widodo in Jakarta where the Indian prime minister a slew of MoUs between India and Indonesia.

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The PM had earlier addressed CEOs during a business visit and interacted with the Indian community.

The Indian prime minister is on a five-day tour to Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.

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PM Modi left for Malaysia today after completing his 2-day visit to Jakarta. PM Modi concluded his visit after meeting with Indonesia's President Joko Widodo in Jakarta where the Indian prime minister a slew of MoUs between India and Indonesia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves for Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur from Jakarta in Indonesia. pic.twitter.com/9hZRSzTuZz — ANI (@ANI) May 31, 2018 × The PM had earlier addressed CEOs during a business visit and interacted with the Indian community. The Indian prime minister is on a five-day tour to Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.

After Indonesia, PM Modi leaves for Malaysia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Singapore on Thursday afternoon for his three-day-visit and was welcomed by the Indian community with full enthusiasm and warmth. This visit is said to be crucial for the Act East Policy.&nbsp;

"There is a great deal of anticipation and expectations on what&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision is about the Indo-Pacific region," New Delhi's envoy to Singapore, Jawed Ashraf&nbsp;told ANI in an interview.

"We have strong bilateral relationships and a productive, meaningful partnership in the international platform. Singapore is really a springboard, a gateway to South East Asia. It is also a very important defence partner of India. We have the longest running uninterrupted naval exercises and we train together every year, across the three wings of the armed forces," said Ashraf.

The four pillars of the India-Singapore partnership are strategic, economic, innovation and technology, human and cultural links, he added.

India and Singapore are also working in areas like humanitarian assistance in disaster relief, keeping the seas safe, and boosting tourism.

The Prime Minister would be joining a wide range of programmes during this visit. Foreign Minister Raveesh Kumar said that other than meeting the big leadership of Singapore, PM Modi would also deliver keynote address at the 18th Shangri-La Dialogue.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit the Indian Heritage Centre in Little India, where he will launch a permanent platform to bring Indian artisans, craftsmen to showcase their crafts to support rural livelihood. Furthermore, he will be launching schemes like Bheem, RuPay, which is a new Domestic Card Payment Scheme, to take Digital India to a new level.

Eight agreements in collaboration with the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) would be signed for higher education, technology and research work during the Prime Minister's visit.

PM Modi is set to visit India-Singapore Enterprise and Innovation exhibitions at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre today which will address topics related to social impact - how can they work towards making changes in health, education, water and agriculture.&nbsp;

After which he will be attending a business and community event with nearly 5,000 people in attendance.&nbsp;

On Friday, he is scheduled to visit the Arjuna's Chariot and the Istiqal Mosque. He will then go to the Indian Heritage Centre, where he is expected to launch a platform to bring Indian artisans and craftsmen to showcase their work to support rural livelihood.

Finally, he will be visiting the Changi Naval Base, where he will be interacting with the naval officers and sailors.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a MoU between Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Singapore was signed on Wednesday, a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in the country on a three-day visit.

Singapore startups can now gain faster entry to India's vibrant startup ecosystem to form partnerships and co-innovate with Indian startups, said ESG in a statement yesterday.

As a start, TiE Singapore will be running a startup mission in July with 10 Singapore startups to meet with Indian startups, corporates, mentors and investors to partner and co-innovate solutions in fintech, e-services and deeptech.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Singapore on Thursday afternoon for his three-day-visit and was welcomed by the Indian community with full enthusiasm and warmth. This visit is said to be crucial for the Act East Policy. "There is a great deal of anticipation and expectations on what Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision is about the Indo-Pacific region," New Delhi's envoy to Singapore, Jawed Ashraf told ANI in an interview. "We have strong bilateral relationships and a productive, meaningful partnership in the international platform. Singapore is really a springboard, a gateway to South East Asia. It is also a very important defence partner of India. We have the longest running uninterrupted naval exercises and we train together every year, across the three wings of the armed forces," said Ashraf. The four pillars of the India-Singapore partnership are strategic, economic, innovation and technology, human and cultural links, he added. India and Singapore are also working in areas like humanitarian assistance in disaster relief, keeping the seas safe, and boosting tourism. The Prime Minister would be joining a wide range of programmes during this visit. Foreign Minister Raveesh Kumar said that other than meeting the big leadership of Singapore, PM Modi would also deliver keynote address at the 18th Shangri-La Dialogue. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit the Indian Heritage Centre in Little India, where he will launch a permanent platform to bring Indian artisans, craftsmen to showcase their crafts to support rural livelihood. Furthermore, he will be launching schemes like Bheem, RuPay, which is a new Domestic Card Payment Scheme, to take Digital India to a new level. Eight agreements in collaboration with the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) would be signed for higher education, technology and research work during the Prime Minister's visit. PM Modi is set to visit India-Singapore Enterprise and Innovation exhibitions at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre today which will address topics related to social impact - how can they work towards making changes in health, education, water and agriculture. After which he will be attending a business and community event with nearly 5,000 people in attendance. On Friday, he is scheduled to visit the Arjuna's Chariot and the Istiqal Mosque. He will then go to the Indian Heritage Centre, where he is expected to launch a platform to bring Indian artisans and craftsmen to showcase their work to support rural livelihood. Finally, he will be visiting the Changi Naval Base, where he will be interacting with the naval officers and sailors. Meanwhile, a MoU between Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Singapore was signed on Wednesday, a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in the country on a three-day visit. Singapore startups can now gain faster entry to India's vibrant startup ecosystem to form partnerships and co-innovate with Indian startups, said ESG in a statement yesterday. As a start, TiE Singapore will be running a startup mission in July with 10 Singapore startups to meet with Indian startups, corporates, mentors and investors to partner and co-innovate solutions in fintech, e-services and deeptech. The Indian community accorded a warm welcome to PM @narendramodi in Singapore. The Prime Minister would be joining a wide range of programmes during his Singapore visit. pic.twitter.com/KHz656LWj2 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 31, 2018 ×

PM Modi arrives in Singapore, visit set to be crucial for Act East Policy

Prime Minister Modi left for Singapore today after meeting Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad and deputy prime minister Wan Azizah Wan Ismail in Kuala Lumpur.

In a whirlwind visit to the Malaysian capital, PM Modi met Malaysia's PM and deputy prime minister and left for Singapore soon after. 
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PM Modi will be delivering a keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore amid other high profile engagements.

Prime Minister Modi left for Singapore today after meeting Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad and deputy prime minister Wan Azizah Wan Ismail in Kuala Lumpur. In a whirlwind visit to the Malaysian capital, PM Modi met Malaysia's PM and deputy prime minister and left for Singapore soon after. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Malaysia's deputy Prime Minister Wan Azizah Wan Ismail in Kuala Lumpur, pic.twitter.com/lccifg29m7 — ANI (@ANI) May 31, 2018 × PM Modi will be delivering a keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore amid other high profile engagements.

PM Modi meets Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad & deputy PM; leaves for Singapore

According to reports, the Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against Delhi's Health and Power Minister Satyendra Jain and former PWD Engineer-in-Chief SK Srivastava, among others. Those named have allegedly been involved in the irregular hiring of creative teams in the Public Works Department.

The CBI on Wednesday raided Jain's residence for allegedly hiring the creative teams for Mohalla clinics, schools and other such programmes.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal reacted to the CBI raids tweeting out, "What does PM Modi want?"

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The CBI on Wednesday raided Jain's residence for allegedly hiring the creative teams for Mohalla clinics, schools and other such programmes

According to reports, the Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against Delhi's Health and Power Minister Satyendra Jain and former PWD Engineer-in-Chief SK Srivastava, among others. Those named have allegedly been involved in the irregular hiring of creative teams in the Public Works Department. The CBI on Wednesday raided Jain's residence for allegedly hiring the creative teams for Mohalla clinics, schools and other such programmes. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal reacted to the CBI raids tweeting out, "What does PM Modi want?" What does PM Modi want? https://t.co/3vN1MVxPqk — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) May 30, 2018 × CBI registers a case against Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain, SK Srivastava, then Engineer-in-Chief ,PWD and others to investigate the allegations of irregularities in hiring of creative teams in PWD. pic.twitter.com/YiG0vDR0a0 — ANI (@ANI) May 30, 2018 × Last year, CBI had called for a preliminary enquiry related to the hiring of 24 architects. It was maintained that the officials were hired without following proper rules and norms. Cbi raids my house for hiring creative team by PWD. Professionals were hired for different projects. All were forced to leave by cbi. — Satyendar Jain (@SatyendarJain) May 30, 2018 ×

'What does PM Modi want?' Kejriwal reacts on CBI raids at Delhi's health minister's residence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Wednesday flew kites as they inaugurated the first joint kite exhibition themed on India's largest epics Ramayana and Mahabharata at Jakarta's National Monument.

Prime Minister Modi and President Widodo participated in the 'Kite Exhibition' which showcased the strong civilisational links between India and Indonesia. The two leaders flew kites with broad smiles on their faces.

"Cultural connect touching the skies! Ramayana themed joint kite exhibit unveiled...Ahmedabad and Jakarta Kite Museums exchange MoU," Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said in a tweet.

"PM @narendramodi and Indonesian President @jokowi together taking the relationship to new heights!" he tweeted along with a picture of both the leaders flying their kites at the exhibition.

The exhibition is themed on Hindu mythology epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata with images on kites of Lord Rama killing his rival Ravana and of demons.

The Ramayana theme is designed by Indonesian organisers while the Mahabharata theme has been designed by Indians.

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"The Leaders welcomed the conclusion of the MoU between Layang-layang Museum Jakarta and Kite Museum of Ahmadabad and noted with appreciation the holding of the First Joint Kite Exhibition on the theme of Ramayana and Mahabharat at National Monument in Jakarta," Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

Modi arrived in the Indonesian capital Jakarta yesterday on the first leg of his three-nation tour to East Asia during which he will also travel to Malaysia and Singapore to further boost India's Act East Policy.

Prime Minister Modi and President Widodo also participated in a 'Kite Exhibition'.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Wednesday flew kites as they inaugurated the first joint kite exhibition themed on India's largest epics Ramayana and Mahabharata at Jakarta's National Monument. Prime Minister Modi and President Widodo participated in the 'Kite Exhibition' which showcased the strong civilisational links between India and Indonesia. The two leaders flew kites with broad smiles on their faces. "Cultural connect touching the skies! Ramayana themed joint kite exhibit unveiled...Ahmedabad and Jakarta Kite Museums exchange MoU," Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said in a tweet. "PM @narendramodi and Indonesian President @jokowi together taking the relationship to new heights!" he tweeted along with a picture of both the leaders flying their kites at the exhibition. The exhibition is themed on Hindu mythology epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata with images on kites of Lord Rama killing his rival Ravana and of demons. The Ramayana theme is designed by Indonesian organisers while the Mahabharata theme has been designed by Indians. "The Leaders welcomed the conclusion of the MoU between Layang-layang Museum Jakarta and Kite Museum of Ahmadabad and noted with appreciation the holding of the First Joint Kite Exhibition on the theme of Ramayana and Mahabharat at National Monument in Jakarta," Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. Modi arrived in the Indonesian capital Jakarta yesterday on the first leg of his three-nation tour to East Asia during which he will also travel to Malaysia and Singapore to further boost India's Act East Policy.

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