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India Poised to Become World’s Third-Largest Economy, Says PM Modi in Cyprus
During his visit to Cyprus, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is poised to become the world’s third-largest economy, driven by strong reforms, policy stability, and rapid digital transformation. Addressing a business roundtable in Limassol alongside Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, Modi highlighted sectors like AI, manufacturing, digital payments, and infrastructure as key growth areas. The two nations signed multiple agreements to boost cooperation in finance, tourism, and cross-border digital payments, marking a new phase in India-Cyprus economic ties.
Massive Fire Guts over 1,000 Shops in Kolkata’s Khidirpur Market, No Casualties Reported
A massive fire broke out in Kolkata’s Khidirpur market area early Monday, gutting hundreds of shops. Though no casualties were reported, locals blamed delayed fire department response and lack of preparedness. Fire officials cited narrow lanes as a major hurdle. The incident has sparked political controversy and raised fresh concerns over fire safety in Kolkata’s congested markets.
India relocates its citizens, students in Iran as Israel strikes rock Tehran
India has begun relocating some of its citizens and students in Iran amid ongoing Israeli strikes near Tehran. The Indian Embassy is actively monitoring the situation and facilitating the safe movement of students, many of whom are from Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities are exploring further evacuation options as tensions escalate.
Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani’s Funeral Today with Full State Honours After Air India Crash
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who died in the recent Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad, will be cremated today in Rajkot with full state honours. His body was identified through DNA testing, three days after the tragedy that claimed 241 lives, leaving only one survivor. The state government has deployed special teams to assist grieving families during the ongoing identification and handover process.
Pune Bridge Collapse: 2 Dead, Several Missing After 100-Year-Old Iron Bridge Falls Into Indrayani River
At least two people died and several are feared missing after a century-old iron bridge collapsed over the Indrayani River in Pune’s Maval tehsil. The NDRF and other rescue teams are on-site, with 38 rescued and several injured as operations continue. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is monitoring the situation closely.
