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All About Day 2 Of PM Modi’s US Visit, Congress Address, State Dinner And More; 10 Important Details Here

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On Day 2 of his state visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a packed itinerary that included bilateral meetings, a speech before the US Congress, and a state supper. His speech to the US Congress received numerous standing ovations and was a resounding success.

Here are the highlights of his US visit so far:

  1. PM Modi discussed the shared ideals of democracy, equality, and diversity during his speech to the US Congress. He also mentioned how India’s booming economy, quick digitisation, and dedication to the environment make it a desirable location for investment.
  2. This is the first time an Indian leader has addressed a joint sitting of the US Congress twice. It places PM Modi on par with figures like former UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill, former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, and more recently, Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, who received the same treatment.
  3. The national anthem and a 19-gun salute were used to welcome PM Modi earlier today on the south lawn of the White House. President Biden welcomed him and stated that collaboration between the US and India was crucial given the current global scenario.
  4. “The ties between India and the US are based on the democratic values. The constitutions of both countries begin with the words ‘We the people’. Both nations feel pride in our diversity… For global good, world peace and stability, we are committed to working together,” the Prime Minister said.
  5. Later, PM Modi and President Biden engaged in bilateral discussions at the delegation level and one-on-one, following which he said that today “has huge significance in India-US relations.” He also outlined the new areas of cooperation between the two nations, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, space, quantum technology, and telecommunications.
  6. His final engagement is a state dinner at which important CEOs, representatives of the Indian-American community, and figures from the worlds of art, entertainment, and fashion will be present.
  7. Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, Sundar Pichai, Thomas Friedman, Manoj Night Shyamalan, Indra Nooyi, Ralph Lauren, and Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, were all on the list.
  8. Throughout the day, a number of significant statements were made that are anticipated to strengthen the relationship between the two countries. These announcements spanned from space exploration to defence collaboration. Changes have been made to the visa requirements, and both countries have decided to establish a new consulate.
  9. India and the US are about to make adjustments to how H-1B visas are processed and open new consulates. Some employees will be able to extend their H-1B visas in the US without needing to go back to India. In Seattle, the sixth Indian consulate in the US, which will also serve Alaska, will open. India will also take part in the Artemis Accords, a US-led initiative to return people to the moon by 2025.
  10. The aerospace division of General Electric has established a partnership with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force in India. The manufacturing facility is anticipated to revolutionise Indian aerospace because the US has never permitted the transfer of this calibre of technology to anyone. An assembly plant will be built in Gujarat by renowned American chipmaker Micron Technology at a cost of $2.75 billion.

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Ugly Fight Breaks Out Between 2 Groups Of Women As They Hit Each Other With Sticks Over Playing Music In UP’s Baghpat

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A dispute over a seemingly trivial matter escalated into a chaotic clash between two groups of women in Uttar Pradesh’s Doghat on Thursday. 

As per reports, the altercation began over playing music but tensions in the area quickly intensified when two groups of women started thrashing each other with sticks and other objects. 

A video of the incident, which has gone viral on social media, shows around eight to ten women involved in a fierce brawl on a busy street. Bystanders can be seen watching in shock, with some attempting to intervene but retreating due to the intensity of the fight.

Several women were injured in the confrontation, and the footage has sparked outrage on social media. 

Reports suggest that local residents eventually managed to de-escalate the situation, but not before multiple women sustained injuries. 

Doghat police have initiated an investigation based on the video. As per reports, they are currently examining the video footage, and appropriate action will be taken following the investigation.

UP: Two burnt alive in truck collision in Fatehpur

Meanwhile, in a separate incident, a truck driver and his helper were burnt alive when two trucks collided and caught fire in the Hussainganj area of Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur district, police said on Thursday.

The incident occurred around midnight on Wednesday on the Fatehpur-Lucknow road, Additional SP Vijay Shankar Mishra said.

Vinay Shukla (35), the driver of one of the trucks, and his helper, Ramraj Yadav (23), were burnt alive in the blaze. The occupants of the other truck managed to jump out before the fire spread, Mishra added.

Both victims were residents of Kherwa village in the Shivratanganj police station area of Amethi district. Their bodies have been sent for postmortem, Mishra said.

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J&K Assembly: Scuffle Breaks Out After Engineer Rashid’s Brother Shows Article 370 Banner In House

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J&K Assembly: Scuffle Breaks Out After Engineer Rashid's Brother Shows Article 370 Banner In House

Srinagar: The proceedings of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly were disrupted after a scuffle broke out in the House between National Conference and BJP MLAs.

According to reports, the House proceedings were briefly adjourned after Engineer Rashid’s brother, MLA Khurshid Ahmad Sheikh, displayed a banner about Article 370, which led to objections from BJP MLA Sunil Sharma.

Irfan Hafeez Lone displayed a banner on the restoration of Article 370 in the J&K Assembly. After a scuffle between Lone and BJP members, the House proceedings were adjourned for 15 minutes. BJP raised concerns over security, questioning how such actions were allowed.

Leader of the Opposition, Sunil Sharma, stated that under special status, some had built their own “palaces” and even cemeteries. This provoked anger from National Conference (NC) leaders. BJP members began chanting slogans in the House, while NC leaders also responded with their own slogans. The visuals of the incident have surfaced on the internet.

In the viral video, the lawmakers can be seen pushing each other on the floor of the house.

After the House resumed following the scuffle, several opposition MLAs causing disruption were physically removed by marshals and evicted from the Assembly.

Meanwhile, PDP moves a fresh resolution in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly seeking the restoration of Articles 370 and 35A. The BJP opposed the resolution demanding its withdrawal.

Amid uproar, the Jammu and Kashmir assembly has been adjourned till Friday. The UT assembly on Wednesday passed a resolution seeking a dialogue for “restoration of special status and constitutional guarantees” to the Jammu and Kashmir. The resolution was supported by all parties except the BJP.

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J&K: One Terrorist Killed During Encounter In Bandipora’s Kaitsan, Operation Underway

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Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir): Security forces have eliminated one terrorist in the ongoing Operation Kaitsan in Bandipora, the Army officials said on Wednesday.

According to Army officials, further operation is in progress.

“OP Kaitsan, Bandipora. One terrorist has been eliminated by the security forces in the ongoing Operation. Operation is in progress,” Indian Army’s Chinar Corps said on X.

Earlier on Tuesday, a joint operation was launched by the Indian Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and CRPF in the general area of Chuntawadi Kaitsan, Bandipora after an encounter broke out between Security Forces and terrorists.

“Based on specific intelligence input regarding the presence of terrorists in the general area of Kaitsan forest, a joint operation was launched by the Indian Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and CRPF in the general area of Chuntawadi Kaitsan, Bandipora. Contact was established and a firefight ensued. Operation is in progress,” Chinar Corps, Indian Army said on X.

One Terrorist Associate Apprehended

In another development on Tuesday, Jammu and Kashmir police along with 22RR and 92 BN of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) apprehended one terrorist associate identified as Ashiq Hussain Wani who is a resident of Tujar Shareef in J-K’s Sopore, said police.

On November 3, twelve people, including one woman, were injured in a grenade attack at the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) and weekly market in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar on Sunday, police said.

On November 2, two terrorists were killed by security forces during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district. The encounter broke out after security forces initiated an anti-terrorist operation in the Halkan Gali area.

On October 29, the security forces neutralised three terrorists in a high-stakes encounter in Akhnoor, Jammu, and Kashmir, following an attack on an Army convoy.

On October 20, a doctor and six construction workers were killed when terrorists attacked a tunnel construction site on the Srinagar-Leh national highway in the Ganderbal district.

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