India News Updates: 'Voting is right of Dalits, minorities, women but Modi govt steals votes to win polls', says Rahul Gandhi in Bihar's Siwan

The Palchan bridge near Manali was washed away due to flash floods caused by incessant rainfall.

"Voting is right of Dalits, minorities, women but Modi govt steals votes to win polls", says Rahul Gandhi in Bihar's Siwan. "BJP, EC indulge in 'vote chori', added 1 crore fake electors in Maharashtra after 2024 Lok Sabha polls," alleges Gandhi.

"BJP shaken, its leaders jittery as we caught their 'vote chori', we will expose them," he says in Bihar's Siwan.

"More and more Marathas from across Maharashtra will come to Mumbai till reservation is granted", says Manoj Jarange at Azad Maidan. "This is final fight for Maratha reservation", he said, adding,  "not seeking Maratha quota by reducing OBC reservation; government pitting two communities against each other."

"We have set a goal of investment of 10 Trillion Yen from Japan in India in the next 10 years. Special emphasis will be laid on connecting India's and Japan's small and medium enterprises and startups," PM Modi said in the joint press conference with Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba, after bilateral talks.

We need to take advantage of each other's strengths to deal with next-generation challenges: Japan PM Ishiba after talks with PM Modi.

Addressing the joint press meet with PM Narendra Modi, Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba says, "I would like to warmly welcome Prime Minister Modi and his delegation. Six years ago, in August, I had the privilege of visiting Varanasi... Today, India stands as the world’s most populous nation and is bringing transformation to whole world through innovations."

"Our discussions today were productive as well as purposeful. We agree that as the two largest economies of the world and living democracies, our partnership is essential not just for the two countries but also for global peace and security. Strong democracies are natural partners in shaping a better world," PM Modi said.

"Today, we have laid the foundation of a new and golden chapter in our special strategic and global partnership. We have charted a roadmap for the next decade. In the center of our vision lie investment, innovation, economic security, environment, techology, health, mobility, people-to-people exchanges..." he said.

India and Japan exchange Agreements in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba.

PM Modi in Japan live updates: PM Modi gets Guard of Honour, meets Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba

PM Modi in Japan live updates: Chief priest of Shorinzan Daruma-Ji Temple presents Daruma Doll to PM Modi

PM Modi posts on X, "I had a wonderful meeting with Speaker Fukushiro Nukaga and group of Members of Parliament from Japan. We discussed the strong and friendly relations between India and Japan, with a special focus on parliamentary exchanges, human resource development, cultural exchanges and cooperation across key sectors including the economy, health, mobility partnership, AI, science, technology and more."

'India to open nuclear energy sector to private players': PM Modi at India-Japan Forum

"Today, India has political stability, economic stability, transparency in policy, and predictability. Today, India is the fastest-growing major economy in the world. And, very soon, it is going to become the third largest economy in the world," says PM Modi at the India-Japan Economic Forum in Tokyo.

At the India-Japan Economic Forum in Tokyo, Prime Minister Modi emphasized India's growing global influence, stating, "India is a talent powerhouse" and adding, "The world is counting on India." He also highlighted that S&P Global has recently upgraded India's ranking, reflecting the country's rising economic stature and potential.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the India-Japan Joint Economic Forum, emphasizing the deepening economic partnership between the two nations. He noted that Japanese companies have invested over $40 billion in India, reflecting strong bilateral ties and growing investor confidence. Modi also underscored the potential for expanded collaboration in key sectors such as technology, infrastructure, and manufacturing.

Heavy cloudbursts caused debris flows in Rudraprayag and Chamoli districts of Uttarakhand, trapping multiple families, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed. Relief and rescue efforts are ongoing with local administration and disaster teams actively engaged. Two people are reported missing, and several roads have been closed due to the intense rainfall. Authorities have deployed expert teams to investigate the causes and work towards preventing future disasters.

Indian Army starts building fourth Bailey Bridge on River Tawi after flood damage in Jammu

Indian diaspora gives warm welcome to PM Modi in Japan

Prime Minister Modi thanked the Indian community in Tokyo for their warm support and emphasized their contribution to deepening cultural connections. He plans to meet with business leaders to enhance trade and investment between India and Japan.

PM Modi lands in Tokyo, looks to deepen India-Japan ties and explore new partnerships

PM Modi in Japan for 15th annual summit to boost strategic ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo on Friday for his first standalone visit to Japan in nearly seven years, aiming to deepen bilateral ties and launch new avenues of cooperation across key sectors.