Johnson’s office said he and Zelensky agree Russia must immediately cease attacking and allow emergency services unfettered access to the plant. The two agree a ceasefire is essential.
Mamata Banerjee accused the Centre of leaving Indians in Ukraine on their own in the midst of a raging war.
Today's meeting of Quad leaders assumes significance as it takes place in the backdrop of Russia's invasion of Ukraine which now appears to become the largest European conflict in decades.
Modi had chaired a meeting on Sunday evening as well and had asserted that the safety and evacuation of Indians from Ukraine, attacked by Russia, is a top priority for his government.
Both meetings follow Russia's veto on Friday of a Security Council resolution demanding that Moscow immediately stop its attack on Ukraine and withdraw all troops. The vote was 11-1, with China, India and the United Arab Emirates abstaining.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a high-level meeting on the Russia-Ukraine issue as crsis continue to worsen amid challenge to bring back stranded Indians.
The 95-year-old monarch “has decided not to undertake her planned virtual engagements today, but will continue with light duties," a palace spokesman said.
A prayer meeting will soon be held to mourn Bappi Lahiri's demise. "With profound grief and sorrow we share with you that on 15th February 2022 our beloved Shri Bappi Lahiri has left for his heavenly abode. A prayer meeting will be held on Wednesday 23rd February 2022. Time- 5:00 -7:00 pm," announced Lahiri's family.
The CK Nayudu Trophy for U-25 cricketers and Women's Senior T20 event had to be postponed last month due to rising cases of COVID-19.
In recent years, bilateral relations between India and UAE have strengthened in all areas, and both sides have embarked upon a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Netizens spiced up Russian President Vladimir Putin and visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's meeting by adding caricatures, cartoons and other funny images in between the two leaders. One Twitter user even suggested that Ikea should name one of their tables after Putin. Another user said, "I'd really like them to play table hockey on that monstrous thing."
Addressing a joint press conference with EAM S Jaishankar, Payne said that she hasn't seen China's comment on the Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting, and added that the group has a "very positive agenda".
The infighting in the ruling TMC escalated on Friday as leaders considered to be close to party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee took to Twitter to advocate the "one person one post" policy.
A day ahead of the talks, Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne said on Thursday that the meeting will focus on coronavirus vaccine distribution, countering terrorism and cooperation in maritime security and climate change.
Interacting with reporters after the meeting, Bommai said, "There was a detail discussion with the MP. We discussed about various state and central projects related to irrigation, railways, roads ports and urban development."
In his meeting with Khan, Xi said China firmly supports Pakistan in safeguarding national independence, sovereignty, dignity and fighting terrorism, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.
The limit for door to door campaigns has also been enhanced, wherein instead of 10 persons, now 20 persons, excluding security personnel, will be allowed.
According to sources, the meeting will deliberate on reopening of schools, cap on 50 per occupation in theatres, pubs, bars, hotels and restaurants as well as the night curfew.
Earlier on Jan 28, Mandaviya conducted a high-level meeting with Southern states and UT's Health Minister's and stressed upon e-Sanjeevani, teleconsultation etc.
As per the sources, health ministers of AP, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Andaman and Nicobar Islands will attend the meeting.
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