Today’s Top 10 News: From Modi’s assertion that 140 crore Indian’s were his ‘Surksha Kavach’ to Panaroma Studios gaining the rights to remake Drishyam series, here are the top picks for you
Today’s Top 10 News: DNP News brings to you top 10 breaking stories of the day to keep you abreast of all the latest developments from India and around the world.
1. PM Modi: Faith of 140 crore Indians is my shield
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed that the “blessings of 140 crore Indians” were his “Suraksha Kavach (shield)” and that “false allegations” and critiques levelled against his government by the Opposition would not be accepted by the people of India.PM Modi was addressing the discussion surrounding the President’s speech to the joint Houses of Parliament at the start of the budget session. The motion’s debate was acrimonious and contentious, with the opposition, led by Congressman Rahul Gandhi, calling for a Joint Parliamentary Committee to look into the issues raised by the Hindenburg report on the Adani group and claims that the group had benefited from its close proximity to the government.
2. L&T and MoD sign contract for 41 sets of modular bridges for 2,585 crores
For 41 sets of modular bridges for the Army’s Corps of Engineers, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) signed a contract for 2,585 crores on Wednesday. According to a Ministry release, L&T has been designated by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) as the production partner for these bridges.
3. S Jaishankar: Due to concerns from China, India is strengthening border infrastructure and connectivity with friendly neighbors
According to S. Jaishankar, minister of external affairs, India’s connectivity initiatives with Bhutan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Myanmar have advanced as a result of its “clear” worries about the Chinese border. He mentioned several construction initiatives along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and efforts to connect the borders of “friendly neighbours,” which include all countries that border India on land, with the exception of Pakistan.
4. Earthquake in Turkey: MEA says one Indian is missing, 10 other Indians are trapped in affected regions
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), one Indian national was reported missing in the earthquake that occurred on Monday and affected Turkey and Syria. Ten additional Indian people are “stranded” in the damaged area, according to MEA Secretary (West) Sanjay Verma, who briefed the media on the continuing Indian rescue mission, “Operation Dost,” however he affirmed that they are still uninjured. Two Turkish-speaking Indian diplomats have joined the search and rescue teams that were flown in from Adana, where Indian officials have established up a control post.
5. Blinken: China breached sovereignty of countries on five different continents by using spy balloons
Days after American fighter aircraft shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon, Secretary of State Antony Blinken charged that China has “violated the sovereignty” of nations on five other continents in addition to the United States.
6. During surprise visit to London, Zelensky makes a compelling case for British fighter jets
Days before the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made an unexpected trip to London. On Wednesday, Mr. Zelensky argued passionately in favour of Western fighter jets, particularly British ones. The U.K. said that it would train Ukrainian forces to pilot NATO fighter jets but did not commit to supplying any aircraft.
7. Himachal Pradesh authorities searched the Adani Group’s offices amid charges of tax fraud
The Adani Wilmar outlets and other Adani Group businesses in the state have been searched by the Himachal Pradesh State Excise and Taxation Department. On Wednesday late at night, a team from the Excise Department’s South Enforcement Zone arrived to the establishment. According to sources ,document checks in the godowns went on until late at night, and it is odd that no cash was being used to meet tax obligations. Adani Wilmar is a 50:50 joint venture between Wilmar, based in Singapore, and business behemoth Adani Group. In all, seven Adani Group businesses operate in Himachal Pradesh. The businesses are also a major supplier of groceries.
8. Disney will let go 7,000 workers in order to increase profitability
On Wednesday, Walt Disney Co. announced a significant restructure in an effort to save $5.5 billion in costs and turn its streaming business viable. As part of the restructuring, 7,000 jobs would be lost. The 7,000 job losses will represent about 3.6% of Disney’s whole workforce. As Disney changes its focus to its core brands and franchises, the restructure, spearheaded by freshly reinstated CEO Bob Iger, will result in a more organised, cost-effective approach to the company’s operations.
9. Suryakumar Yadav makes his debut for India against Australia in the first test; ahead of Shubman Gill
The top T20I batter in the world, Suryakumar Yadav, will make his Test debut for India against Australia in the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. KS Bharat, the wicketkeeper, is also debuting with him. Due to Yadav’s participation, Ishan Kishan and in-form batter Shubman Gill are not included in the starting XI. In the first Test match against India, Australia’s captain Pat Cummins won the toss and decided to bat.
10. Remakes of “Drishyam” and “Drishyam 2” are now under production
On Wednesday, Panorama Studios International Ltd announced that they have purchased the remake rights for “Drishyam” and “Drishyam 2,” two Malayalam thriller movies, in all languages outside of India. The decision was made, so the makers claim, in response to the popularity of “Drishyam 2″‘s Hindi adaptation, which starred Ajay Devgn and Tabu.
