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Time of India
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pahalgam Terror Attack: Pahalgam terror attack: Families of victims break down, plead in front of Amit Shah
NEW DELHI: Union home minister on Wednesday met with the families of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack at the police control room in Srinagar. Grieving relatives broke down in front of him, pleading for justice and demanding that the loss of their loved ones not go in vain. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shah, who arrived in Srinagar within hours of the attack that claimed at least 28 lives, laid wreaths on the coffins of the slain victims in a sombre ceremony. According to officials, the home minister assured the survivors and families of the deceased that the security forces would "leave no stone unturned" in bringing the perpetrators to justice. He also met with survivors of the attack and expressed deep sorrow over their pain. 'Those involved in this dastardly act of terror will not be spared, and we will come down heavily on the perpetrators with the harshest consequences,' Shah had said earlier in a post on X. The attack, one of the worst on civilians in Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370, took place at the scenic Baisaran meadows in Pahalgam on Tuesday, where heavily armed terrorists opened fire on a group of mostly non-local tourists. Initial reports indicate that the victims were selectively targeted, with men being separated from their families before being gunned down. On Wednesday, Shah also chaired a high-level security review meeting with top officials, including 's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and DGP Nalin Prabhat. As the bodies of the victims were brought to the Government Medical College Srinagar in the early hours of Wednesday before being shifted to the Police Control Room, the scale of the tragedy unfolded. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah and Lieutenant Governor Sinha also paid floral tributes to the deceased. Meanwhile, Prime Minister cut short his visit to Saudi Arabia and returned to Delhi early Wednesday morning. Upon arrival, he chaired an urgent briefing at Palam Airport with senior officials, including NSA Ajit Doval and external affairs minister S Jaishankar. 'Those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice… Our resolve to fight terrorism is unshakable,' PM Modi said in an earlier post. Political parties and trader unions across the Kashmir valley observed a complete shutdown on Wednesday in solidarity with the victims and to condemn the bloodshed. The and J&K Police have launched a massive manhunt in and around Baisaran to track down those responsible.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pahalgam Terror Attack: Sanjay Dutt and other Bollywood stars fume over Pahalgam terror attack: "Give them what they deserve..."
The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which targeted innocent tourists, has sparked a wave of condemnation from both political leaders and celebrities alike. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As the nation mourns the brutal killings, prominent figures from the entertainment industry have taken to social media to express their outrage and call for swift justice. Actor Sanjay Dutt voiced his anger, posting a message on his official X handle on Wednesday. He wrote, "They killed our people in cold blood. This can't be forgiven, these terrorists need to know we are not staying quiet. We need to retaliate, I request our Prime Minister @narendramodi ji, Home Minister @AmitShah ji and Defence Minister @rajnathsingh ji to give them what they deserve." Vicky Kaushal shared his sentiments on Instagram, writing, "Can't imagine the pain of the family members who lost their loved ones in the absolutely inhumane act of terrorism in Pahalgam. My deepest condolences and prayers. Hope the culprits behind this heinous act are brought to justice." Anil Kapoor also expressed his shock and sorrow, posting, "Heartbroken by the tragic attack in Pahalgam. Praying for strength and peace." Director Karan Johar, known for his social media presence, shared his own thoughts, saying, "This is heartbreaking... Prayers to the families and loved ones of the innocent lives lost in this heinous attack..." Jr NTR, the famous Telugu actor, also condemned the attack, posting on his X handle, "Heart goes out to the victims of the #Pahalgam attack. My thoughts are with their families. Praying for peace and justice." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Farhan Akhtar penned, "Deeply shocked and horrified by the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam. This senseless act of violence against innocent lives is absolutely inexcusable and must be condemned in the strongest possible terms. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families of those who lost their lives. I stand in solidarity with the people of Kashmir during this tragic time." In response to the attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his official visit to Saudi Arabia. PM Modi, who had been in the Kingdom for a two-day State visit at the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, arrived back in New Delhi early on Wednesday morning. According to government sources, the Prime Minister skipped an official dinner in Saudi Arabia and made the decision to return immediately following the tragic events in Pahalgam. Upon his arrival in the national capital, PM Modi held a high-level meeting at Palam Airport with key officials, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, to discuss the security situation in Kashmir and the next steps in response to the attack. Prime Minister Modi condemned the terror attack, offering his condolences to the families of the victims. He shared a message on his X handle, "I strongly condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest. All possible assistance is being provided to those affected. Those behind this heinous act will be brought to will not be spared! Their evil agenda will never succeed. Our resolve to fight terrorism is unshakable, and it will get even stronger." Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, also curtailed her official visit abroad following the attack. Sitharaman, who was on a trip to the United States and Peru, made the decision to return to India to address the ongoing situation. This attack is considered one of the most significant and brutal terror incidents since the revocation of Article 370 in 2019 in the region. Meanwhile, the Indian Army, along with Jammu and Kashmir Police, has launched an extensive search operation in the Baisran area of Pahalgam to apprehend those responsible for the violence.
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First Post
22-04-2025
- Business
- First Post
US-India trade deal, Trump's visit… What PM Modi and US VP JD Vance discussed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance held one-on-one and delegation-level talks on the crucial India-US bilateral trade agreement and the overall relationship between the two countries. The two leaders also discussed US President Donald Trump's possible visit to India later in the year. Following the talks, the PM hosted the US Second Family for dinner read more Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes US Vice President JD Vance to his official residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi. Image Courtesy: @MEAIndia/X After landing at Palam Airport and visiting the Akshardham Temple, it was time to get down to business for United States Vice President JD Vance on Monday evening (April 21). The US VP met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, and discussed the crucial bilateral trade deal and the overall partnership that New Delhi and Washington share. Following the talks, Modi hosted Vance and his family — wife, Usha, and their three children — over dinner that was also joined by several Union Cabinet ministers and American officials. During this part of the evening, Modi also gifted Vance's children Ewan, Vivek and Mirabel with peacock feathers. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Notably, this is Vance's first visit to India and the first by an American vice president since 2013. It also comes at a highly significant time — amid President Donald Trump's trade wars that have been born out of his reciprocal tariffs. Modi-Vance and the all-important trade deal On arriving at the PM Modi's residence, US VP JD Vance discussed the US-India Bilateral Trade Agreement as agreed during the PM's talks with Trump in Washington DC in February. The trade pact is expected to address a variety of issues including tariff and market access. India is looking at firming up the first tranche of the trade deal before Trump's pause on the customised reciprocal tariffs lapses in July. The White House said the trade pact (BTA) 'presents an opportunity' to negotiate a new and modern agreement focused on promoting job creation and citizen well-being in both countries, with the goal of enhancing bilateral trade and supply-chain integration in a balanced and mutually beneficial manner. PM Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance hailed the 'significant progress' on the US-India bilateral trade agreement. Image Courtesy: @MEAIndia/X 'Guided by their respective visions of 'Amrit Kaal for India' and 'Golden Age for America,' the BTA is expected to create new opportunities of growth for workers, farmers, and entrepreneurs in both countries,' it said. At the end of their talks, both leaders said they had made 'significant progress' in the negotiations for the trade deal and formally announced the 'finalisation of the terms of reference' for the negotiations, laying down a roadmap for further discussions about our economic priorities. The Indian readout also echoed the same view. It read that Modi and Vance had 'reviewed and positively assessed' the progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'They welcomed the significant progress in the negotiations for a mutually beneficial India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement focused on the welfare of the people of the two countries,' it said. India seeks US investment Apart from the trade deal, Vance and Modi also discussed US investment in India, especially in the fields of manufacturing, automobiles, and energy sectors. This comes amidst the backdrop of Trump's 'First Buddy' Elon Musk holding talks with PM Modi last week during which he indicated a possibility of entering the Indian market — either in the form of Tesla in the EV category, or Starlink. Besides this, there are also reports that US firms are now looking at investing in India in order to increase their production of products such as laptops, mobiles and tablets. This comes as they seek to reduce their dependence on China, as the two economic giants battle it out. PM Modi held a dinner for US Vice President JD Vance, his wife, Usha, and their three children at his residence in New Delhi. Image Courtesy: @narendramodi/X India-US' overall partnership During their talks, Modi and Vance also reviewed the overall relationship between India and the US. Following their discussions, PM Modi wrote in a social media post that the India-US comprehensive global strategic partnership will be a defining partnership of the 21st century for a 'better future of our people and the world'. Pleased to welcome US @VP @JDVance and his family in New Delhi. We reviewed the fast-paced progress following my visit to the US and meeting with President Trump. We are committed to mutually beneficial cooperation, including in trade, technology, defence, energy and… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 21, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In turn, Vance posted on X, 'It was an honour to see Prime Minister Modi this evening. He's a great leader and he was incredibly kind to my family. I look forward to working under President Trump's leadership to strengthen our friendship and cooperation with the people of India!' A future Trump visit Modi and Vance also discussed the possibility of US President Donald Trump's visit to India later in the year. According to a readout from the Indian side, PM Modi conveyed to Vance his warm greetings for President Donald Trump and said that he looked forward to his visit to India later this year. Trump is expected to visit India later this year to attend the annual summit of the Quad grouping. A dinner and gifts for Vance's family Following the hours-long talks, PM Modi hosted US Vice President JD Vance, his wife, Usha, and their three children for dinner. The PM also shared lighter moments with the three children, gifting them peacock feathers. A video from the visit even shows PM Modi playfully engaging with Vance's sons — Ewan and Vivek — who were seen sitting on his lap and chatting with him. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US Vice President JD Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance and their children at his residence in New Delhi. Press Information Bureau The Vance children gave the media several heartwarming moments — they wore ethnic clothing. While the boys wore a navy blue bandhgala jacket set and a black kurta-pyjama set with a printed bandhgala jacket, Mirabel looked adorable in a buttery yellow kurti and beige pants. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Following their meeting with PM Modi, the US Second Family have now moved to Jaipur, Rajasthan where they are expected to visit the Amer Fort, a Unesco World Heritage site. The US vice president will then give a public address at the Rajasthan International Centre in the afternoon. On Wednesday, the Vances will visit the Taj Mahal monument in Agra before returning to Jaipur the same day and flying back to the US on Thursday, April 24. With inputs from agencies
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
"A great credit to India....our kids loved it": US VP Vance praises Akshardham Temple for its kindness, hospitality
US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their children, began his four-day official visit to India with a visit to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in New Delhi on Monday. In a message shared by the temple's official X handle, Vance appreciated the warm hospitality and the temple's intricate design. "Thank you all so much for your hospitality and kindness in welcoming me and my family to this beautiful place. It is a great credit to India that you built a beautiful temple with precision and care. Our kids, in particular, loved it. God bless," the US VP said. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Sindh - South - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo United States Vice President JD Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, and their three children visited the Akshardham Temple in the national capital on Monday morning shortly after their arrival here. Live Events The Vance family arrived dressed in traditional Indian clothing. The boys wore kurta-pyjamas, while their toddler wore an Anarkali-style outfit paired with an embroidered jacket. The temple's spokesperson, Radhika Shukla, said that the US Vice President spent around 55 minutes exploring the temple, admiring its architecture, and offering prayers for world peace. Earlier in the day, JD Vance and his family landed at Palam Airport, where they were welcomed by Union Minister for Railways and Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw. Vance was also given a ceremonial Guard of Honour, marking the start of his first official visit to India. Vance is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 6:30 pm today at the PM's residence, 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. Their meeting is expected to focus on strengthening economic, trade, and defence ties between the two countries. During his visit from April 21 to 24, Vance will travel to Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra. He will visit Jaipur on Tuesday and Agra on Wednesday. The visit is seen as an important step in boosting the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the visit will cover all key areas of cooperation between the two nations.
Mint
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Inside JD Vance's lavish stay at Jaipur's Rambagh Palace, where presidential suite costs ₹16 lakh a night
US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by his Indian-origin wife Usha Vance and their three children dressed in traditional attire, began his four-day visit to India this morning. The American leader was received by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Palam Airport. The visit includes key diplomatic engagements, including a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Prime Minister's official residence. Following official meetings in New Delhi, the Vance family will travel to Jaipur on April 22 and Agra on April 23. The US Vice President and his family will land in Rajasthan's capital, Jaipur, at 9 p.m. and will enjoy a luxurious stay at Rambagh Palace—a Taj property—where they will spend the night in a luxury suite. The Vance family is reportedly set to stay in the Grand Presidential Suite at Rambagh Palace—the most expensive accommodation the iconic property offers. Spanning an impressive 1,798 square feet, the suite has been specially adorned with photographs of US Vice President JD Vance's family and decorated with fresh, handpicked flowers to mark the occasion, Zee News reported. As part of the high-level hospitality, a dedicated team of doctors and nurses will be on standby round the clock. The cost for a single night's stay in this luxurious suite is reportedly as high as ₹ 16 lakh. Nestled within the grand Rambagh Palace, Suvarna Mahal offers an opulent dining experience rooted in India's royal culinary traditions. Set in the former palace ballroom, the restaurant exudes regal charm with its high ceilings, intricate frescoes, and shimmering crystal chandeliers. Led by Executive Chef Raghu Deora, the menu pays tribute to regional Indian flavours from Rajasthan, Awadh, Punjab, and Hyderabad. Signature dishes include Rajasthani Laal Maas, Dum Pukht Biryani, Dal Makhni, and Gatta Curry—each prepared using time-honoured techniques like slow cooking in clay pots and paired with a carefully curated wine list. Rambagh Palace was once the official residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Today, it stands as a living piece of history—where luxury, heritage, and timeless elegance come together. Staying or dining here means immersing yourself in the grandeur of India's royal past. The palace is an architectural marvel, with majestic courtyards, ornate archways, and lush gardens. The dining halls—especially Suvarna Mahal's gold-plated interiors and vintage portraits—evoke a sense of time travel to the Rajput and Mughal eras. At Suvarna Mahal, dinner is not just a meal—it's a sensory journey. The ambiance is enhanced by live classical music, the fragrance of traditional spices, and impeccable service, all of which make guests feel like royalty.
