News highlights: PM Modi invited by Zelenskyy to visit Ukraine, says Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra

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Will not be pet dog to 'Delhi bosses', that's why targeted: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee on CBI questioning

Abhishek Banerjee leaves CBI office after over 9 hours of interrogation

Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee leaves CBI Kolkata office after over 9 hours of interrogation. Banerjee was served a summon by the agency on Friday, that asked him to appear before the agency. The leader had to leave his ongoing political outreach programme midway to return to Kolkata. He had said that he will resume his outreach programme on 22 May. The Calcutta High Court had permitted agencies to interrogate him in connection with a probe concerning school jobs scam.

PM Modi invited by Zelenskyy to visit Ukraine, says Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra

"PM Modi was invited by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to visit Ukraine," confirms Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra during a press briefing

Zelenskyy sought meeting with PM Modi, says Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra

Will be happy to host Quad summit in 2024, says PM Modi in Quad meeting in Japan

"We will be happy to host the Quad summit in India in 2024," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Quad meeting in Hiroshima, Japan.

AAP is not Aam Aadmi Party but Apraadh Araajak Party (Crime and anarchic party): BJP on Delhi ordinance

Delhi a Union Territory not Arvind Territory, BJP slams Kejriwal over ordinance

Will myself go door to door in Delhi to explain people that their power has been snatched through this ordinance, says Kejriwal

Government challenging SC; undermining the vote of Delhi citizens, claims Kejriwal

Government was waiting for the Court to go on vacation to pass this Ordinance: Kejriwal on Centre forming NCCSA

Shah lays foundation stone for permanent campus of National Academy of Coastal Policing at Okha in Gujarat

Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for the permanent campus of the National Academy of Coastal Policing (NACP) at Okha in Devbhumi Dwarka district.

PM Modi has met Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit

This is the first Modi-Zelenskyy meeting since the Russia-Ukraine war started in February 2022.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal is set to address a press conference at 4 pm today

"...If we don't move to do more to strengthen infrastructure in low-middle-income countries, to help nations deliver opportunities and prosperity for their people, our impact is going to be limited. We should find ways to maximise our investment. Together let's recommit to showing that democracies can deliver," said US President Joe Biden during the G7 meeting

Mamata slams Centre for scrapping of Rs 2000 notes

"Another Tughlaqi demonetisation drama which will hit common people," said the West Bengal CM on the decision. Mamata on the 12th anniversary of her coming to power in West Bengal, has been taking shots against the central government. She earlier accused the Centre of carrying out "agency raj" in the country.

Robots have been deployed in Hiroshima's International Media Centre for security checks

CBI files chargesheet against Jagdish Tytler in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case

NIA arrests Lawrence Bishnoi aide Yudhvir Singh who had been evading arrest for several days

NIA's investigations have revealed that Singh, a weapons smuggler, shipped in arms from across the border and sold the same to various gangsters across the country.

Elena Rybakina storms into Italian Open final where she will face Anhelina Kalinina of Ukraine

Rybakina defeated Jelena Ostapenko to set up a place for herself in the 3rd ATP 1000 final of the year.

G7 leaders have released a statement condemning Russia's attack on Ukraine

The statement reads :"At our meeting today in Hiroshima, we, the Leaders of the G7, reaffirmed our commitment to stand together against Russia's illegal, unjustifiable, and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. We condemn, in the strongest terms, Russia’s manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations (UN) and the impact of Russia’s war on the rest of the world.."

Siddaramaiah sworn in as Karnataka CM, D K Shivakumar as Deputy CM

Check out our live coverage of the swearing-in ceremony right here

AAP's Raghav Chadha slams Centre on ordiance regarding services row

Chadha, in a tweet, asked, "What next?! A constitutional amendment that any state that votes into power a non-BJP government will be stripped of its legislature and transformed into a centrally administered territory?"

India, South Korea agree to step up cooperation in sectors like bio-health and defense

(via Reuters)

Premier League asks all fans to avoid pitch invasion

In a message on Twitter, the Premier League said, "Passionate support is what makes football so special. And with so much still at stake, emotions will run high. So we're asking fans at all stadiums, please respect the boundaries. Stay in the stands and keep matches enjoyable for everyone."

The Engligh top-flight league has also warned supporters that those invading the pitch will face police action as well as bans from stadiums.

"It is not demonetisation," says BJP leader D Purandeswari on the Centre's decision to withdraw Rs 2000 notes from circulation

The Rs 2000 notes were introduced by the Modi govt after it demonitised the earlier Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes in the country.

Modi, other world leaders attend Working Session 6 of the G7 Hiroshima Summit

India has been invited as a guest country by this year's host, Japan.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Hiroshima for the G7 summit

Mamata accuses Centre of carrying out "agency-raj" in the country

The TMC supremo made the remark on the day her nephew and TMC second-in-command Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the CBI in connection to the Kuntal Ghosh diary (Bengal school recruitment scam) case

PM Modi, US Prez Joe Biden share a hug before their meeting in Hiroshima for Working Session 6 of G7 Hiroshima Summit

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Centre moves SC seeking review of Delhi services row ruling

The Centre on Friday moved the SC seeking a review of its May 11 Constitution bench judgement that had given the Delhi government “legislative and executive power over services”. Yesterday, the Centre brought out an Ordinance to create a National Capital Civil Service Authority that will be vested with the power to recommend posting and transfer of Group A officers of DANICS serving in Delhi.

PM Modi is holding a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 summit with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol

G7 leaders release joint statement saying attempts to "weaponise" trade will "fail and face consequences"

The joint statement is being seen as a subtle dig at China

Abhishek Banerjee to move Supreme Court challenging Calcutta HC ruling to allow CBI, ED to investigate him in the Kuntal Ghosh letter case

Abhishek Banerjee at CBI office

Banerjee has been called for questioning in the Kuntal Ghosh letter case. He had earlier wanted exemption from investigation in the case from the Calcutta HC, but was denied the request. The HC order, given by Justice Amrita Sinha, said regarding Banerjee's application, "The applicants do not appear to be bothered by the investigation per se. It is only where direction has been passed to investigate their involvement, that the applicants oppose the same".

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is on his way to Hiroshima to join G7 talks

Zelenskyy is going to Hiroshima after having secured the US' support to give Ukraine access to advanced fighter jets in their war against Russia.

J&K: National Investigation Agency (NIA) raids underway in Kupwara

Indian Army rescues 500 stranded tourists from landslide-hit Sikkim

"The stranded tourists included 216 men, 113 women and 54 children and they were moved to three different army camps. They were provided with hot meals and warm clothing,” the defence spokesperson said.

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Mumbai: Sameer Wankhede arrives at the CBI office for questioning

United Democratic Front protests in Kerala against govt

Sameer Wankhede leaves for CBI questioning

Mumbai: "Satyameva Jayate," says former Zonal Director, NCB Mumbai, Sameer Wankhede as he leaves from his residence for CBI office, for questioning in connection with a case related to Aryan Khan drugs on cruise case. (ANI)

BJP cannot tolerate Kejriwal's decision making powers, says Atishi

Delhi Minister Atishi says, "The Supreme Court order meant that if the people of Delhi elected Arvind Kejriwal, decision-making power lies with him. That is what the Constitution says. Barring the issues of land, law & order and Police, all decision-making powers are with Arvind Kejriwal and LG is bound to accept all his decisions. This is democracy. But the Central Govt & BJP couldn't tolerate it. PM Narendra Modi couldn't tolerate the fact that Supreme Court empowered Arvind Kejriwal."

Tigress released in Rajaji National Park's Motichur Range by Pushkar Singh Dhami & Bhupender Yadav

PM Modi interacts with Japanese author, Hindi & Punjabi linguist, Padma Shri Dr Tomio Mizokami

In Hiroshima, I was glad to interact with Professor Tomio Mizokami. A Padma Awardee, he is a distinguished Hindi and Punjabi linguist. He has made numerous efforts to make Indian culture and literature popular among the people of Japan: says PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi meets leading Japanese painter Hiroko Takayama, praises her paintings

Met Ms. Hiroko Takayama, a respected artist who has a close association with India. She has worked extensively on enhancing the cultural bonds between India and Japan. She also presented her artwork to me, says PM Narendra Modi

RBI withdraws Rs 2,000 note: How, why and by when to return

The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) on Friday announced the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 currency notes from circulation adding that the currency will continue to be a legal tender till September 30, 2023.
The journey of the Rs 2,000 note was short-lived as it came into beingin 2016 after demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes and now, withina few months, will be phased out of circulation.

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Atomic bomb survivors look to G7 summit in Hiroshima as a 'sliver of hope' for nuclear disarmament

This weekend's summit of the Group of Seven leading industrial nations in Hiroshima provides a rare — and possibly final — chance for survivors of the atomic bomb attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki to push for nuclear disarmament before a global audience.

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PM Modi meets Vietnam's PM Pham Minh Chinh in Hiroshima

J&K: NIA conducted searches at 15 locations in seven districts

National Investigation Agency (NIA)conducted searches at 15 locations in seven districts - Srinagar, Pulwama, Avantipora, Anantnag, Shopian, Poonchh and Kupwara - in J&K today in connection with two terror-related cases. (ANI)

PM Narendra Modi had a productive meeting with President of the Republic of Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol. India and the Republic of Korea share a warm friendship and deep-rooted cultural linkages. Today’s talks focused on ways to further cement this friendship in key developmental sectors: PMO

PM Modi post unveiling Mahatma Gandhi’s bust in Hiroshima

Unveiled Mahatma Gandhi’s bust in Hiroshima. This bust in Hiroshima gives a very important message. The Gandhian ideals of peace and harmony reverberate globally and give strength to millions: PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi held a bilateral meeting with Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol in Hiroshima

Had an excellent meeting with PM Fumio Kishida this morning , says PM Modi

Mayor of Hiroshima, Matsui Kazumi, on PM Modi revealing a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Japan

Mahatma Gandhi was a very respected human being who embodied non-violence throughout his life. This presentation of his bust to this city is very meaningful because our wish exactly coincides with Mahatma Gandhi's policy: Matsui Kazumi, Mayor of Hiroshima on PM Modi unveiling a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima, Japan

US Senator Tim Scott files for 2024 US presidential run

(ANI)

President Joe Biden will participate in the third in-person Quad Leaders’ meeting with Australian PM, Japanese PM & PM Modi

PM Modi meets Indian diaspora in Hiroshima post unveiling a bust of Mahatma Gandhi

J&K: National Investigation Agency (NIA) raids underway in Pulwama

Drones from Pak shot down by BSF troops

PM Modi holds talks with Japanese counterpart Kishida

Prime Minister NarendraModion Saturday held bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida, focusing on ways to synergise efforts under G-7 and G-20 presidencies to deal with various global challenges.

The talks took place on the sidelines of the summit of the Group of Seven advanced economies in Hiroshima. While India is presently holding the presidency of the G20 grouping, Japan is the chair of G7.

PTI