‘Sincerely appreciate’: BNP thanks PM Modi for condolence message on Khaleda Zia’s demise; recalls India ties | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his condolence message on the death of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia, recalling her role in strengthening India-Bangladesh relations.“We sincerely appreciate your message of condolence and remembrance, Honourable @narendramodi. Begum Khaleda Zia’s contributions to Bangladesh–India relations will be remembered,” the…

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Red Fort blast: Probe unveils how terrorists spoke to Pakistani handlers – What’s a ‘ghost’ SIM card? | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Investigations into the blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on November 10 last year have revealed how a “white-collar” terror module relied on a sophisticated network of “ghost” SIM cards and encrypted messaging apps to stay in touch with Pakistani handlers.The accused, many of them highly educated doctors, used illegally obtained or fraudulently…

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‘Matter of deep concern’: MEA reacts to US strikes on Venezuela; urges restraint, calls for dialogue | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Sunday reiterated India’s support for the safety and well-being of people in Venezuela as the situation in the country remains tense amid US strikes.“Recent developments in Venezuela are a matter of deep concern. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation,” the MEA said in a statement….

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Jammu & Kashmir govt ropes in mosque imams to curb rising cases of heroin abuse | India News

[ad_1] SRINAGAR: In a unique initiative, the J&K govt on Saturday brought together more than 100 mosque imams to spread awareness about heroin addiction as cases of drug abuse continue to rise across the region.The imams were assembled for a workshop at the Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS) in Srinagar. Senior officials and…

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Sacred Buddha relics inseparable part of our civilisation: PM Modi | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Calling India not only the custodian of Lord Buddha’s sacred relics but also the living carrier of his tradition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a first-of-itskind international exposition of the Buddha’s Piprahwa relics, reliquaries and gem relics that were recently repatriated to India.Noting that the the departure from India and…

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In a 1st in world, Army set to deploy ramjet-powered shells for 155mm artillery guns | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Indian Army is on the cusp of becoming the world’s first armed force to operationally deploy ramjet-powered artillery shells for its 155 mm guns. The advanced technology, developed in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras and with support of Army Technology Board (ATB), is now under trial.Ramjet propulsion…

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New Buddhist outfit stakes claim to being part of Ladakh talks | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Flagging a “lack of equal and inclusive representation of the Buddhist community” in ongoing talks between Ladakhi outfits and the Centre on constitutional safeguards, a new Buddhist body — Voice of Buddhist Community of Ladakh (VBL) — has sought inclusion in the dialogue to articulate the community’s concerns and aspirations.VBL was formally…

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