PM ‘wants to ensure justice is done’ in case of detained Briton in India The Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal has been held in India since 2017. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
UK-India trade deal ‘not guaranteed’, says Sunak before Modi meeting PM’s crunch meeting with Indian counterpart at G20 hoped to smooth way for free trade deal The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
G20: Xi Jinping's snub of summit the latest in escalation of ambition between two assertive powers It might be tempting to connect Xi Jinping’s refusal to attend the G20 summit in India with continuing border tensions. These reached a peak recently when China released an “official map” claiming as its territory several areas that have long been a matter of contention between the two countries. The Conversation · Sep 8, 2023
Congress’ Udit Raj supports Udhayanidhi Stalin in Sanatana Dharma controversy Congress leader Udit Raj supports Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks on Sanatana Dharma, questions PM Modi on which side of debate he wants to be on The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
India needs to grow at 8-9% for 20 years to become developed country by 2047: Deloitte’s Romal Shetty India needs to grow at 8-9% for the next 20 years to become a developed nation by 2047 as envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Deloitte South Asia CEO Romal Shetty said. The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
India’s military studying options for any China war on Taiwan NEW DELHI: India is studying possible responses to a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan following discreet inquiries from the US on how the South Asian nation could contribute in the event of a war, according to senior Indian government officials. The Times of India · Sep 8, 2023
Rishi Sunak hopes for warm welcome at G20 as India’s ‘son-in-law’ British officials hope the UK prime minister’s star status in India will help in negotiations with Narendra Modi The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
Is it India? Is it Bharat? Speculations abound as government pushes for the country’s Sanskrit name India, the host nation of this year’s Group of 20 summit, has two official names The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
G20 Summit: Is India breaking up with Russia? As Putin stays in Moscow, India-Russia ties are in decline, while New Delhi’s bond with the West gets tighter. Al Jazeera · Sep 8, 2023
India seeking greater voice for developing world at G20, but Ukraine war may overshadow talks It’s never been easy for the leaders of the world’s largest economies to find common ground, but the global ramifications of Russia’s war on Ukraine mean even greater challenges for meaningful agreement at the Group of 20 meeting this year The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Biden, Modi look to continue tightening US-India relations amid shared concerns about China President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are putting in plenty of time cultivating their relationship The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Morning Digest | African Union to join G-20 as Sherpas reach a deal; Delhi may turn venue for dialogue on reviving the Black Sea Grain Initiative, and more The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
Rishi Sunak ready to discuss corporate visas deal with India, No 10 suggests PM travels to Delhi for G20 summit this weekend and is likely to discuss trade agreement with Narendra Modi The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2023
Rishi Sunak to urge Narendra Modi to take stronger stance on Russia Two prime ministers to meet before G20 summit as India continues to import Russian oil and weapons The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2023
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The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 Building consensus: On the G-20 summit in Delhi, India’s presidency Despite many issues, India’s efforts to ensure the vitality of the G-20 process have been valiant and also a well-thought-out one
France 24 · Sep 7, 2023 The Modi model: Can India’s democracy keep up with its growing clout? Which way for India and its democracy? As Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes the world for the G20 summit, he’s basking in the glow of a decade of development. But at what cost? From poverty reduction and digitalisation to bitter identity politics and curbs on civil liberties, François…
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 Modi, Biden to discuss trade issues, jet engine, drone deals during meet PM Modi and President Biden are likely to discuss outstanding trade issues, given that the U.S. has dropped most WTO cases against India and India has moved on dropping tariff increases against the U.S. on certain commodities.
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 French President Macron to meet Modi on September 10 Macron’s office said the president will travel to Delhi to participate in the G20 Summit on September 9 and 10.
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 Focus Tamil Nadu | Is Stalin politically more dangerous than Karunanidhi? In this episode, we discuss Stalin as a political leader in comparison with his father M. Karunanidhi
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 Assets worth over $1.8 billion recovered under Fugitive Economic Offenders Act in four years: Union Minister Jitendra Singh Union Minister Jitendra Singh said assets worth over $12B have been attached since 2014 under PMLA, and $1.8B recovered under FEOA. Modi government aggressively pursuing economic offenders, with 19 criminals/fugitives returning this year, he said.
The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023 How Biden wants to use G20 summit to prove US is a better partner than China President Joe Biden hopes to demonstrate to the world at the upcoming Group of 20 summit in India and during a visit to Vietnam that the United States and like-minded allies can be more trustworthy partners than China on economic and security issues
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 India keen on having Quad leaders as Chief Guests for 2024 Republic Day parade India discussing possibility of inviting Quad leaders to Republic Day parade on January 26; U.S. President Joe Biden as Chief Guest being looked into
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 Indonesia warns against new conflicts as U.S., China, Russia attend ASEAN summit At East Asia summit, leaders warned against sharpening rivalries. US VP Harris, Chinese Premier Li, Russian FM Lavrov urged to manage differences to avoid a "new Cold War". Leaders' statement omitted mention of South China Sea & Ukraine war. ASEAN chair Widodo: "Responsibility to not create new tensions". UN Sec-Gen…
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 Karnataka Chief Minister urges PM to withdraw his statement of need for ‘proper response’ to Udayanidhi’s remarks on Sanatana Dharma Terming the statement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Tamil Nadu Minister Udayanidhi Stalin’s remarks on Sanatana Dharma required a “proper response” as “provocative and anti-Constitutional”, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged Mr. Modi to withdraw his statement.