NIA files supplementary charge-sheet in KTF recruitment, arms smuggling case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken significant steps in the Khalistan Tiger Force recruitment and arms smuggling case, filing a supplementary charge-sheet against four individuals. This development was confirmed by an official on Saturday, indicating progress in the investigation. Key Points
Economic TimesHarry Meghan’s car chase like Lady Diana; is history being repeated?
The catastrophic car chase happened after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended an awards ceremony in New York on Tuesday. In a statement, their spokesperson said the 'relentless pursuit' lasted for more than two hours and resulted in 'multiple near collisions'. Key Points
Firstpost'Spokesperson cannot decide seat-sharing': AAP on Congress' Alka Lamba's 'contesting all seven Delhi seats' remark
'Congress has given a clarification on the remarks of their spokesperson...A spokesperson of any party cannot take a decision on seat-sharing in any state, this is an important issue and such issues are discussed in the presence of all the parties,' said the AAP Minister Key Points
Firstpost'Unacceptable': India's tough remarks on Canada over Khalistani posters
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson, Arindam Bagchi, on Thursday said no space should be given to terrorist elements. The statement by the MEA spokesperson came as four nations addressed the issue of posters of diplomats being used by Khalistani elements. Key Points
India TodayAir India lays off over 180 non-flying staff
India Business News: Air India, post Tata Group takeover, lays off 180 staff to streamline operations. Focus on VRS, reskilling, fitment processes, Vihaan.AI initiative, l Key Points
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JDU leader organises 'havan' as protest against BJP's alleged fake poll promises
JDU spokesperson Neeraj Kumar accused the Centre of making fake promises while campaigning for the last Lok Sabha election. He said he conducted a 'havan' to endow 'the virtue of good sense' on 'those at the helm'. Key Points
India TodayMEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi appointed India's ambassador to UN in Geneva
Arindam Bagchi, the spokesperson for India's Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as India's permanent representative to the United Nations and other international organizations in Geneva. Bagchi, a 1995-batch Indian Foreign Service official, has been praised for his handling of critical issues, including the Ladakh border dispute and India's response to COVID-19. He will succeed Indra Mani Pandey in the role. Bagchi has previously served as ambassador to Croatia, deputy high commissioner to Sri Lanka, and director in the Prime Minister's Office. Key Points
Economic TimesDid Jaishankar hold secret meet with Canadian counterpart? What India said
At a press conference, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi was asked if the news reports of Jaishankar meeting his Canadian counterpart were true. Here's what he said. Key Points
India Today'Called me Mujahideen': Kejriwal party leader booked on BJP spokesperson's complaint
An FIR has been lodged against AAP chief spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar on the complaint of BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala, who accused her of making communal remarks during a debate on a TV channel. He alleged that Priyanka Kakkar called him "Mujahideen" and abused his faith. Key Points
India Today5 people killed in fiery single-vehicle crash on Californian freeway in US
The crash was reported on Interstate 710 in north Long Beach shortly after 4 a.m., said California Highway Patrol spokesperson Angelia Gonzalez. Key Points
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India Inc goes about business as viral infections surge
There is no visible trend of panic buying, but demand for masks and sanitisers has seen an uptick in the last three-four days, a spokesperson for ecommerce grocery platform Zepto said. The health and immunity-boosting products continue to do well on the platform, while OTC (over-the-counter) products like ORS have seen a multi-fold increase in sales, said the spokesperson. Key Points
Economic TimesSecurity forces step up vigil in J&K ahead of G20 meet
Security agencies stepped up their vigil in Jammu and Kashmir on May 17. They carried out a security assessment of the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and raided multiple locations linked to suspects ahead of the G20 meeting scheduled for May 22-24 in Srinagar. Key Points
The Hindu‘Undermining our judiciary’: India protests Germany's remarks on Kejriwal arrest, summons envoy
A German Foreign Ministry spokesperson had said Delhi CM is ‘entitled to fair & impartial trial’. MEA says 'biased assumptions most unwarranted'. Key Points
ThePrintNew aircraft glitch for Canada PM Justin Trudeau before return from Jamaica
Canada dispatched an aircraft to Jamaica to address a maintenance issue with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's plane, ensuring his timely return. This marks the second recent aircraft glitch for Trudeau, recalling a delay in his India departure in September 2023. A swift inspection and maintenance team resolved the issue, allowing Trudeau to use the original plane for his journey back. Key Points
Economic Times'His personal opinion': Jehovah's Witnesses on video by Kerala blasts suspect
Joshua David, the spokesperson of the Jehovah's Witnesses, expressed shock over the Kalamassery explosion incident. On the video shared by a man who claimed responsibility for the incident, Joshua said "his opinions are personal". Key Points
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EU in talks with Moderna over new deal for COVID vaccines - FT
The European Union is in talks with Moderna (MRNA.O) over a new supply deal for the company's COVID-19 vaccines amid concerns over a rise in infections in the region, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing two people familiar with the matter. Key Points
ReutersPrince Harry, Meghan involved in 'near catastrophic' car chase in New York
The incident happened after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended an awards ceremony in New York on Tuesday. The couple were in the city for the Women of Vision Awards and were accompanied by Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland. Key Points
India TodayCharacter actor and dancer Bela Bose dies at 79
Character actor and dancer Bela Bose, a familiar face in films such as ‘Jai Santoshi Maa’, ‘Bandini’ and ‘Professor’, has died, her spokesperson said. She was 79. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaLincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C vandalised with 'Free Gaza' graffiti
The destruction was seen in the Lincoln Memorial Circle and the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. Key Points
Hindustan TimesIsrael-Hamas conflict: No deal between Israel and Hamas yet, says White House
The Washington Post reported earlier on Saturday night that a Qatari-brokered deal between Israel and Hamas had been reached for a five-day ceasefire. Israel and Hamas have not yet reached a deal on a temporary ceasefire, a White House spokesperson said on Saturday night. Key Points
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United States expresses concerns over Manipur incident, calls it ‘brutal’
A U.S. State Department spokesperson called the incident "brutal" and "terrible" and said the United States conveyed its sympathies to the victims. | Latest News India Key Points
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