#WATCH | Bihar: Trains burnt and damaged, cycles, benches, bikes, and stalls thrown on railway tracks amid the ongoing agitation against the recently announced #AgnipathRecruitmentScheme
(Visuals from Danapur Railway Station, Patna district)
We will take strict action; won't comment on the matter as it's sensitive but agitation in this manner, of damaging public properties, is not right. Around 5 people arrested. No major injuries to police/passengers. Security to be increased: Patna DM Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh
Around 1500 protesters gathered here and vandalized property at the Danapur station. 24 protesters were arrested. The identification of protestors will be done on the basis of CCTV & video footage available. FIR registered. Train services to be restored shortly: Patna DM
Some anti-social elements have also entered the protests leading to violence. I appeal to all not to take the law into their hands. 24 FIRs registered, and over 125 people detained till now: Sanjay Singh, ADG, Law & Order, Bihar
Bihar | Train coaches torched by protesters at Islampur railway station in Nalanda today
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The last 3 years were historical in terms of productivity and discussions held in Parliament. I thank PM & all MPs for their cooperation which has increased the public's faith in public representatives and Parliament: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on completion of 3 years tenure
During Covid19, when most parliaments in the world were operating in virtual mode, the Indian Parliamentarians fulfilled their constitutional duties by taking part in physical sessions. Lok Sabha productivity has been the highest in the last 3 years: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Covid19 was a big challenge for all of us. We followed maximum health protocols to ensure everyone's safety. By following all health protocols and cooperation of MPs and staff the Parliament could be run smoothly: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
It's natural that India & EU come together to expand our friendship & trust in trade agreements, investment & greater partnership. We're committed to meeting ambitious timelines providing opportunities to businesses & people in India & EU: Union minister Piyush Goyal in Brussels
The trust that has been developed between leaders of India & EU & strong bond that businesses on both sides will lead to greater engagement in trade, investment, and strategic ties. There's lot we must learn from this partnership:Union minister Piyush Goyal in Brussels
Europe brings cutting-edge technology, and big data to the table while India contributes to labour-intensive sectors. EU and India have worked together to reinstate globalisation. India, today, wishes to engage with the world: Union minister Piyush Goyal in Brussels
Explosions heard in Karte Parwan area of Kabul city. Details about the nature and casualties of this incident are not yet known: Afghanistan's TOLOnews
#WATCH | Explosions heard in Karte Parwan area of Kabul city in Afghanistan.
(Video Source: Locals)
#UPDATE | Afghanistan: Sikh Sangat believed to be stuck in Gurdwara Karte Parwan in Kabul which was attacked by terrorists this morning. Further details awaited.
Brussels, Belgium | Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated 'Mango Festival' in Belgium on 17th June to create awareness among the Europeans and create a market for Indian mangoes in Europe
Indian mangoes in Europe have immense potential. This is the 1st time it is being held in Belgium, all the organizations of EU are here. We're also fortunate to have Union Minister Piyush Goyal who inaugurated the event: Santosh Jha, Indian Ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg & EU
The idea behind organising this is to showcase Indian mangoes in the European market & to show Belgium consumers the varieties of mangoes offered by India & this is the exportable surplus which we have: Dr Smita Sirohi, Adviser, Agriculture & Marine Products at Embassy of India
Delhi | EAM S Jaishankar and his Vietnamese counterpart Bui Thanh Son mark the 50 years of diplomatic ties between the India and Vietnam
between *India and Vietnam
Vietnam & India relations have grown quite strongly. We shared crucial medical devices during Covid. Defence and security have become important pillars in our relations. Bilateral trade b/w both countries exceeded $13 bn in 2021:Bui Thanh Son, Foreign Affairs Minister, Vietnam
Ministers from the WTO's 164 members formally adopt decisions on the following at the conclusion of their 12th Ministerial Conference - Ministerial Declaration on the WTO response to the COVID-19 pandemic and preparedness for future pandemics (1/3)
Ministerial Declaration on the Emergency Response to Food Insecurity, Ministerial Decision on World Food Programme Food Purchases Exemption from Export Prohibitions or Restrictions, MC12 outcome document, Work Programme on Electronic Commerce (2/3)