Evening news wrap: Putin to visit India soon; Rahul accuses poll panel of voter theft, and more | India News
Russian President Putin is expected to visit India by late 2025, said NSA Ajit Doval, amid US tariff pressures over India’s Russian oil imports. Meanwhile, opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused the election commission of bias and voter fraud linked to the BJP in Maharashtra. After Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation, the NDA authorized PM Modi and BJP chief Nadda to choose the Vice-Presidential candidate, with nominations closing August 21 and polling on September 9. Whereas, several key Indian cricketers from the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy will miss the 2025 Asia Cup due to rest, injury, or other commitments. US President Donald Trump urged Middle Eastern countries to join the Abraham Accords for peace, claiming Iran’s nuclear arsenal has been eliminated, though this remains unverified.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit India soon: NSA Ajit Doval
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India in the near future, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval announced on Thursday. According to Reuters, which cited the Interfax news agency, the visit is likely to occur by the end of 2025. This development takes place against the backdrop of the Trump administration’s tough tariff measures imposed on India due to its ongoing purchases of Russian oil.
‘Polls choreographed, BJP safe from anti-incumbency’: Rahul Gandhi launches big ‘voter fraud’ attack against EC
On Thursday, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi raised serious concerns about the integrity of recent elections, alleging widespread “voter fraud” and accusing the Election Commission of partiality. He further claimed that the Election Commission had conspired with the BJP to rig the elections in Maharashtra.
VP elections: PM Modi, BJP chief JP Nadda to pick candidate; NDA leaders hold key huddle
After Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation, the NDA held a key strategy meeting on Wednesday to discuss the upcoming Vice-Presidential election. The alliance unanimously passed a resolution empowering Prime Minister Modi and BJP president Nadda to select the candidate. Kiren Rijiju announced the election schedule, with August 21 as the last date for nominations and September 9 set for polling and counting.
5 India stars of Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy who could miss the Asia Cup 2025
Despite India’s strong performance in the Test series against England, several key players from the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy are expected to miss the upcoming Asia Cup. Jasprit Bumrah has been rested to manage his workload, while KL Rahul has been left out despite a solid IPL season. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill will be participating in the Duleep Trophy, and Rishabh Pant remains sidelined due to injury.
‘Peace in Middle East’: Donald Trump pushes Abraham Accords; says Iran’s nuke arsenal ‘obliterated’
Donald Trump has called on all Middle Eastern countries to join the Abraham Accords, stressing its significance for achieving peace in the region. He also stated that Iran’s nuclear arsenal has been eliminated, although this claim has not been independently verified. His appeal comes amid continuing tensions and ongoing efforts to promote dialogue in the Middle East.
