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17 Jun

PM Narendra Modi Arrived in Calgary to Attend G7 Summit; Receives Warm Welcome from Indian Community

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Calgary/ Kananaskis ( Rajeev Sharma) : Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, arrived in Calgary on Monday evening to participate in the G7 Summit. His arrival was met with an enthusiastic welcome from the Indian community, who gathered in large numbers at Calgary International Airport, as well as across Northeast Calgary and downtown, waving Indian flags and holding banners that read “Welcome Modi Jee.”In a statement shortly after landing, PM Modi said, “Landed in Calgary, Canada, to take part in the G7 Summit. I will be meeting various leaders at the Summit and sharing my thoughts on important global issues.…

17 Jun

IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Nagpur After Bomb Threat; All Passengers Safe

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Nagpur (National Times): An IndiGo flight en route from Muscat to Delhi via Kochi made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport on Tuesday morning after a bomb threat was received mid-air, prompting immediate security protocols. Flight 6E 2706, carrying passengers from Muscat, was diverted to Nagpur after the airline received a bomb threat, triggering a full emergency response. The aircraft landed safely and was swiftly moved to an isolated bay for security inspection. “All passengers have been safely deboarded, and standard bomb threat protocols are being followed. As of now, nothing suspicious has been found,” said Lohit Matani, DCP Nagpur,…

17 Jun

Air India Flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to London Cancelled Due to Technical Glitch

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Ahmedabad (National Times): Air India’s highly anticipated flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to London was cancelled on Tuesday due to a technical issue, causing disruption for passengers and raising fresh concerns just days after a recent aviation mishap. The flight, which was scheduled to be the first London-bound service since the recent Air India crash that drew national attention, was to be operated by an aircraft that had arrived earlier in the day from Delhi. However, shortly before boarding, engineers detected a technical fault in the aircraft, prompting the airline to ground the plane as a safety precaution. “Flight AI…

16 Jun

Four Women Killed, Dozens Injured in Blast at Firecracker Factory in UP’s Amroha

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Amroha (Uttar Pradesh), June 16, 2025 — A devastating explosion ripped through a firecracker factory situated in a forested area near Atrasi village on Monday morning, killing four women and injuring at least twelve others, as confirmed by local officials.The blast occurred at approximately 11:40 AM in two tin-shed structures operating within a field around two kilometers from nearby homes. Witnesses reported that debris was hurled up to 300 metres, sparking panic across surrounding villages.District Magistrate Nidhi Gupta Vats and Superintendent of Police Amit Kumar Anand led inspections at the site. While the unit held a valid licence under its owner,…

16 Jun

PM Modi Conferred with Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, Cyprus’s Highest Civilian Honour

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New Delhi/Nicosia— In a landmark moment for India–Cyprus relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, the Republic of Cyprus’s highest civilian honour, in a ceremony held on June 16. The accolade recognises Modi’s leadership and his contribution to strengthening diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between the two nation.Addressing the ceremony, President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted the significance of the award in light of shared democratic values and regional cooperation. Modi, in his acceptance remarks, dedicated the honour to “the 1.4 billion citizens of India,” acknowledging that it symbolises the collective efforts and achievements…

15 Jun

Identification of Vijay Rupani’s Body Still Underway, Confirms Civil Hospital Official

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Ahmedabad (National Times): The identification of the body of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani remains inconclusive, days after the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI 171, authorities confirmed on Saturday. Dr. Rajnish Patel, Additional Medical Superintendent at Ahmedabad's Civil Hospital, informed reporters that DNA matching is still in progress and Rupani's remains have not yet been identified. “We have not been able to match the DNA sample of the former Chief Minister so far. The identification process is ongoing. We will notify the media as soon as his body is positively identified,” said Dr. Patel. Rupani was among…

15 Jun

British F-35 Fighter Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Kerala Amidst Ongoing UK-India Naval Drills

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Thiruvananthapuram (National Times): A United Kingdom Navy F-35 fighter jet was forced to make an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Saturday evening due to a low fuel warning, according to defence and airport sources. The aircraft was part of the British Carrier Strike Group’s (UK CSG25) deployment in the Indo-Pacific region and is currently stationed at the airport pending further evaluation. Officials confirmed that the jet, which had taken off from the UK’s flagship aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, landed safely without any injuries or damage. More details on the incident are awaited. The emergency landing…

15 Jun

PM Modi Embarks on Three-Nation Tour to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia

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New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark today on a significant three-nation visit to the Republic of Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia, aimed at deepening diplomatic, economic, and strategic partnerships, while also reinforcing India's global stance against terrorism. In a statement ahead of his departure, PM Modi outlined the key objectives of the visit, which will span from June 15 to June 18. The trip will begin with a two-day official visit to Cyprus at the invitation of President Nikos Christodoulides. “Cyprus is a close friend and an important partner in the Mediterranean region and the…

15 Jun

Uttarakhand Tragedy: 7 Dead as Helicopter Carrying Kedarnath Pilgrims Crashes

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Rudraprayag (National Times): In a tragic incident on Tuesday, seven people lost their lives after a helicopter ferrying pilgrims to Kedarnath crashed in a densely forested area between Gaurikund and Sonprayag in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district. The helicopter, operated by Aryan Aviation, was on a short 10-minute journey from Guptkashi to the revered Himalayan shrine. Authorities confirmed that all those on board, including the pilot, died in the crash. The chopper went down in a remote terrain, making rescue efforts particularly challenging. Inspector General (Garhwal Range) Rajiv Swaroop said that police personnel, along with teams from the National Disaster Response Force…

14 Jun

India Distances Itself from SCO Condemnation of Israeli Strikes on Iran

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New Delhi, June 14, 2025 — India has formally dissociated itself from a recent Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) statement that strongly condemned Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory. The official move underscores New Delhi's nuanced and independent diplomatic stance.The SCO, a China-led regional bloc, issued a statement on June 14 expressing “serious concern” over the escalation along with a “strong condemnation” of Israeli military actions targeting Iran. It described the strikes said to have hit civilian infrastructure as violations of international law and threats to regional stability.However, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized that New Delhi did not participate in the discussions…