The past week witnessed a whirlwind of political developments, both domestically and internationally. From high-profile diplomatic visits to electoral campaigns and the passing of a prominent figure, the political scene was abuzz with activity. Let’s dive into the top news stories that dominated the political headlines from September 7 to September 13.
UAE Crown Prince’s Visit to India
The week began with the visit of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to New Delhi. During his visit, state-run entities of India and the UAE signed several agreements in the energy sector, bolstering bilateral ties. These agreements included a long-term LNG supply contract between Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, as well as a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on nuclear cooperation between Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd and Emirates Nuclear Energy Corp.
NSA Ajit Doval Briefs Putin on Modi’s Kyiv Visit
Amidst ongoing efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval briefed Russian President Vladimir Putin on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. Doval conveyed the details of the meeting during a meeting with Putin in St Petersburg on the sidelines of a BRICS (Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa) conclave.
Bangladesh Bans Padma Hilsa Export to India
With the 10-day Durga Puja festival looming, a ban on the export of hilsa fish from Bangladesh to India has created a potential shortage and price surge in West Bengal. This move has raised concerns among Bengalis, especially as the festival is a time for traditional feasting and celebrations.
Haryana Assembly Elections: BJP Fields Captain Yogesh Bairagi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its second list of candidates for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections, nominating Captain Yogesh Bairagi to contest against Congress candidate Vinesh Phogat from the Julana Assembly seat. The state is scheduled to vote in a single phase on October 5, with the results being announced on October 8.
J&K Encounter: 4 Jaish-e-Mohammed Terrorists Trapped
Security forces engaged in an encounter with terrorists in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. Four heavily armed terrorists from the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group were reportedly trapped during the ongoing operation.
CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury Passes Away
Veteran CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury passed away at the age of 72 after a prolonged illness. He had been admitted to AIIMS New Delhi on August 19 for treatment of a pneumonia-like chest infection. His family made the noble decision to donate his body to AIIMS.
Arvind Kejriwal Granted Bail in Excise Policy Case
The Supreme Court granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the excise policy case. Kejriwal had sought bail, challenging his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The court, in its ruling, stated that Kejriwal met the necessary conditions for bail.
US Presidential Polls: Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump Debate
In a heated televised debate, Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump labeled Vice President Kamala Harris as a “Marxist” in their first face-off. This exchange marked a tense beginning to the campaign season, with both candidates setting the stage for a potentially contentious race.
These were some of the key political developments that shaped the news cycle this past week. Stay tuned for further updates and analysis as the political landscape continues to evolve.
