Evening news wrap: Tarique Rahman puts Bangladesh first in foreign policy; Piyush Goyal slams Rahul Gandhi over India–US trade deal row; & more | India News
- BNP chief Tarek Rahman has promised Bangladesh’s first foreign policy after the landslide victory.
- Piyush Goyal has hit back at Rahul Gandhi over the India-US trade deal, saying the deal will boost textiles and farmers.
- One killed, three injured in Metro Line-4 parapet collapse at Mulunde; Chief Minister Fadnavis ordered an investigation.
- Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has revived the handshake row ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has questioned Russia’s intentions on Ukraine peace ahead of new Geneva talks.
Here are the top stories of the day:
BNP’s Tariq Rahman has placed Bangladesh first in foreign policy after the landslide victory
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chief Tariq Rahman said Dhaka’s foreign policy will prioritize national interests and Bangladesh’s first principles, including good relations with India. The BNP-led coalition won more than two-thirds of the seats, marking a major political shift since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina. Read the full story
Piyush Goyal slams Rahul Gandhi over India-US trade deal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has stepped up his attack on Lok Sabha LOP Rahul Gandhi for criticizing the India-US trade deal, accusing him of “intimidation” and spreading misinformation. Goyal said the agreement and recent FTAs will boost textile exports and farmers’ incomes, dismissing claims that zero-duty imports will hurt domestic producers. Read the full story
One person died after parapet segment of Metro Line-4 collapsed in Mulund, Mumbai
A 6×4 ft concrete parapet section from the under-construction Metro Line-4 viaduct collapsed on vehicles at LBS Road in Mulund (West), Mumbai, killing one and injuring three. The injured were rushed to hospital where one was declared brought dead. Authorities launched a rescue operation and cordoned off the area, disrupting traffic. Read the full story
T20 World Cup: Pakistan captain resumes handshake row ahead of India-Pakistan clash
Ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match in Colombo, Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha reignited the handshake controversy, saying, “We’ll find out tomorrow” when asked if India would shake hands. He hopes the game will be played in true sportsmanship. Read the full story
Marco Rubio questions Russia’s intentions as US pushes Ukraine peace talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cast doubt on Moscow’s commitment to ending the war in Ukraine ahead of new US-brokered talks in Geneva. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Rubio said there was no clarity on Russia’s talks despite continued fighting in Odessa and Belgorod. Read the full story
