Morning Digest | PM Modi arrives in Japan to attend Quad summit; Despite Centre’s cut, many States reluctant to reduce fuel tax, and more
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PM Modi arrives in Japan on two-day visit to attend Quad summit, bilaterals
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 23 arrived in Japan on a two-day visit to attend a summit of the Quad leaders which is aimed at further bolstering cooperation among the member nations of the influential grouping and discussing developments in the Indo-Pacific region.
Many States reluctant to cut fuel tax
The Maharashtra government pared its value added tax (VAT) levies on petrol and diesel by ₹2.08 and ₹1.44 per litre respectively on Sunday, a day after criticising the Centre for offering minimal tax cuts after drastic hikes over its tenure, a sentiment echoed by most Opposition-ruled States.
Union Minister Murugan bats for India’s tech prowess at Cannes
India has the biggest talent pool in the audio-visual sector, including artificial intelligence and virtual reality, Union Minister L. Murugan said on Sunday and urged global filmmakers to explore the country’s lucrative movie market.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to establish new international court targeting Russian officials for war crimes in Ukraine.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif ready for dialogue with India on all issues, including Kashmir, trade, and terrorism.
The Kremlin questions U.S. claims of Iran nuclear facility damage, expresses concern over unprovoked attacks.
President Trump questions severity of missile strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, citing inconclusive intelligence and setting back nuclear programme.
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