Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored that Mumbai, often described as India’s economic powerhouse and one of its most vibrant cities, was deliberately chosen as the site of a devastating terrorist attack in November 2008. He stressed that the city’s significance made it a prime target for groups seeking to strike at the nation’s heart.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday announced that he will step down as both Prime Minister and Leader of the Labour Party, bringing an end to a turbulent period marked by growing dissatisfaction within his own party. The 63-year-old said he would continue in office until Labour elects a new leader in the coming weeks, with the transition expected to be completed by September. In a statement from Downing Street, Starmer pledged his “full and unequivocal support” to whoever succeeds him, saying he wants to ensure a smooth and orderly transfer of power.
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In a tragic incident, as many as 14 people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a building housing a coaching centre in Uttar Pradesh’s Lucknow. The coaching institute was reportedly operating on the upper floor of a commercial building located in the Purnia region. As thick smoke and flames rapidly engulfed parts of the building, several students were forced to jump from the structure to save their lives.
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