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PM Modi Embarks on Two-Day Visit to Nepal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday, 11 May, left on a two-day visit to Nepal, where he is expected to hold bilateral talks with his counterpart Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli. Modi is also expected to flag off a bus from Janakpur, which is Sita’s birthplace, to Ayodhya.
Modi was received by Defence Minister Ishwor Pokharel and Chief Minister of Province-2, Lalbabu Raut upon arrival at Janakpur.
This is the PM’s third visit to the neighbouring country.
PM Modi in Janakpur Temple, to Flag Off Bus to Ayodhya
Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Janakpur temple, which is said to be Sita’s birthplace.
SC Rejects Plea Seeking Probe in Sridevi's Death
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea seeking ian ndependent probe into death of Bollywood actor Sridevi in Dubai.
CBI Denies Media Reports on Unnao
After a report in The Times of India said that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has corroborated the Unnao rape survivor’s charges against accused BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar, the CBI has denied any such confirmation.
In a press statement, CBI spokesperson, Abhishek Dayal has said, “In response to media queries related to a news item published today in a national daily, it is stated that investigation in Unnao case is still continuing. CBI has not given any update/conclusion/views with respect to the case to any mediaperson.”
Lalu Prasad Yadav Granted Six-Week Provisional Bail
RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav was granted a six-week provisional bail on medical grounds by the Ranchi High Court.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) President Lalu Prasad, who has been convicted in three fodder scam cases by a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court at Ranchi since December 2017, is ailing and currently undergoing treatment at RIMS hospital in the Jharkhand capital.
Former Maharashtra ATS Chief Himanshu Roy Commits Suicide
According to media reports, Himanshu Roy, former Maharashtra ATS chief, shot himself on Friday. He was also former Joint Commissioner of Police in Mumbai. The reason for his suicide is yet unknown.
PM Modi Arrives in Kathmandu on A Two-Day Visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kathmandu from Janakpur on Friday, 11 May. He is on a two-day visit to Nepal.
SC Collegium Meeting on KM Joseph's Elevation Concludes
The Supreme Court collegium meeting which was convened on the issue of Uttarakhand High Court Chief Justice KM Joseph's elevation to the Supreme Court has concluded. reported ANI.
16-Yr-Old Gangrape Victim Set Ablaze Succumbs to Injuries
A 16-year-old gangrape victim who was set ablaze in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh succumbed to injuries in hospital on Friday, 11 May. Two people have been arrested by Police in connection with the case.
NIA Registers Cases Against hardeep Singh
National Investigation Agency (NIA) registered two cases against Hardeep Singh Nijjar, one in connection with 2016 terrorist attack in Punjab and the other for conspiring to attack right wing leaders in India, reported ANI.
Delhi HC Allows Open School Students to Appear for NEET
The Delhi High Court allowed students of open schools to appear in National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) examination, while dismissing the plea challenging CBSE's notification on age restrictions for medical aspirants.
Himanshu Roy Committed Suicide Due to Cancer
The Mumbai police on friday, 11 May revealed that Himanshu Roy’s suicide blamed his prolonged illness and that was depressed following which he committed suicide.
EC Defers Voting in RR Nagar After Seizing of Voter IDs
The Election Commission on Friday, 11 May deferred election in RR Nagar seat Karnataka after thousands of voter cards were seized from a flat recently.
Read the full EC order here.
Maha Lost a Capable Officer: Fadnavis on Himanshu Roy Suicide
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis condoled the death of the state’s former ATS Chief Himanshu Roy. He said that the state has lost a “capable” officer. Roy committed suicide earlier in the day, due to prolonged illness and depression.
Sasikala Issues Notice to Brother Dhivaharan
Ousted AIADMK leader VK Sasikala issued a legal notice to her brother V Dhivaharan, asking him to not use her name or photographs.
Naxal Carrying a Reward of Rs 5 Lakh Killed
A Naxal carrying a reward of Rs 5 lakh on his head was killed in an encounter with Chhattisgarh police, in Gariyaband's Darripara, reported ANI.
Rs 19 Lakh Seized by Election Observer in Banaswadi
An election observer reportedly conducted a raid in Banaswadi area and seized Rs 19 lakh along with voter list and other election related materials.
A case has been registered, reported ANI.
NSA Ajit Doval Meets Russia's Acting Foreign Minister
National Security Advisor to Prime Minister of India Ajit Kumar Doval held a meeting with Sergey Lavrov, Acting Foreign Minister of Russia at the Russian Foreign Ministry in Moscow, earlier on Friday, 11 May.
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