Seven people die in Delhi arson, Trump-Modi avoid CAA reference
New Delhi, At least seven people including a police personnel died in fresh incidents of stone-pelting and arson in the national capital even as the turmoil and chaos coincided with the visit of US President Donald Trump.
However, according to Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla, thecontroversial CAA row did not figure at the bilateral talks between Trump and his Indianhost Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Talking to reporters, he said the CAA issue "did not come up" at the talks but added: "...with regard the term religious freedom.....here I think there was appreciation on both sides that pluralism and diversity are the common binding factor of both countries".
On Monday, sporadic incidents of violence claimed several lives and
left over 100 injured in several parts of Northeast Delhi. Clashes had
erupted in Maujpur, Chandbagh, Khureji Khas and Bhajanpura areas of
Northeast Delhi on Sunday and it spilled over to Monday as well.
On Tuesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a meeting with Delhi Lt
Governor Anil Baijal and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal among others.
On Monday night after his return from Ahmedabad - where he was for
'Namaste Trump' event, Shah was briefed by
Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla and Intelligence Bureau (IB) chief
Arvind Kumar.
Shah also met Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik and reviewed
the law and order situation.
Chief Minister Kejriwal said he is "very worried" about the prevailing
situation in certain parts of Delhi. In a tweet, the chief minister
also urged everyone to shun violence.
On Monday, MoS Home G Kishan Reddy said there was 'conspiracy' behind
triggering the violence coinciding with Trump's visit.
Answering questions at the media briefing, Foreign Secretary Shringla
said --- on Kashmir:
"We (both sides) did share the fact that there has been a great deal
of positive developments in the state. Recently we had two groups of
envoys visiting Jammu and Kashmir including ambassador Ken Juster of
the United States. The sense is that focus is now on development, how
to attract tourism to J&K and that things are moving in the right
direction".
On Trade talks between PM Modi and the visiting President, Shringla:
".....bring that (talks) to closure...So we are talking about it as
soon as possible, providing a legal basis to the sticks and concluding
this round of negotiations. Following which, the intention of the two
leaders is to facilitate the commencement of the negotiations for a
larger inverted commas 'Big Deal'.
With regard Pakistan, Shringla said: "....There was clearly a sensethat the issues cross border terrorism, the issues of ensuringaccountability (with regard financial support to terror bodies)...theissue of narcotics, ....issues that concern India were certainlyraised and discussed. And I think, in this context, clearly - concernswere put out on the table .....but you will appreciate that thesediscussions did take place in a restricted format and so I cannot saybeyond these".
Meanwhile, a senior police official Satish Golcha said: "We will be
detaining the miscreants and taking legal action against them. People
should cooperate with us to maintain peace. We are here till the
situation normalises".
Police said person who opened fire on Monday has been identified as Shahrukh.
The CPI-M in a letter to Home Minister Shah said there could presence
of 'criminal elements' in the violence in Delhi.
CAA issue "did not come up" at talks between PM Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, says Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla at a special briefing here !!
"But with regard the term religious freedom.....here I think there was appreciation on both sides that pluralism and diversity are the common binding factor of both countries...."
On Kashmir:
"We (both sides) did share the fact that there has been a great deal of positive developments in the state. Recently we had two groups of envoys visiting Jammu and Kashmir including ambassador Ken Juster of the United States. The sense is that focus is now on development, how to attract tourism to J&K and that things are moving in the right direction".
On Trade talks between PM Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump:
Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla: ".....bring that (talks) to closure...So we are talking about it as soon as possible, providing a legal basis to the sticks and concluding this round of negotiations. Following which, the intention of the two leaders is to facilitate the commencement of the negotiations for a larger inverted commas 'Big Deal'".
"...If you ask me the difference between the first and the second -- the package and the Big Deal is that whatever we do under MFN but the Big Deal will be based on Bilateral agreements between two countries.
In other words, if we look at mutual tariff concessions then it will be extended to each countries and not for other trading partners. That is the unique aspect".
With regard to Pakistan: (Modi-Trump talks)
"....There was clearly a sense that the issues cross border terrorism, the issues of ensuring accountability (with regard financial support to terror bodies)...the issue of narcotics, ....issues that concern India were certainly raised and discussed. And I think, in this context, clearly - concerns were put out on the table .....but you will appreciate that these discussions did take place in a restricted format and so I cannot say beyond these" - Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla
Melania Trump visited a AAP-government school in New Delhi to attend a “happiness class" in the national capital. The initiative launched in 2018 is seen as a different from the run of the mill education syllabi in a system where over emphasis is given on bookish knowledge and this has often forced young children to stress.
Over the decades, Indian education system is known for its rigid emphasis on book and mugging knowledge, and thus the Happiness Classes have been hailed as a radical experiment. In general, the move has been appreciated by the people in general and AAP leadership feels the education sector of the party helped it record an emphatic win in just held Delhi assembly polls.
Melania was welcomed by students dressed in school uniform and also traditional Indian attire who garlanded her with flowers as many other students waved American and Indian flags. A young girl marked Trump’s forehead with colored powder - tilak - in traditional Hindu style.
Later on Ms Trump jovially waved and shook hands with many young boys and girls who were more than excited.
Earlier, she was escorted to a classroom where she interacted with young students and watched dance and yoga performances.
“It is very inspiring to me that the students here begin each day with practicing mindfulness,” Trump said in short remarks.
"In the U.S., I work with children to promote similar ideas of well-being."
Documents concluded during the State Visit of President Donald J. Trump of the USA
February 25, 2020 : MEA
1 Memorandum of Understanding on Mental Health Department of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of the Republic of India Department of Health and Human Services of the Government of the United States of America.
2 Memorandum of Understanding on the Safety of Medical Products Central Drugs Standard Control Organization within the Directorate General of Health Services of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Republic of India Food and Drug Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services of the United States of America.
3 Letter of Cooperation Indian Oil Corporation Limited and ExxonMobil India LNG Limited Chart Industries Inc.
India and the US on Feb 25, 2020 (Tuesday) signed three MoUs, including a crucial one in energy sector. President Trump announced defence deal between two sides.
In his media address after bilateral talks with President Donald Trump; Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that the two countries have decided to take Indo-US ties to Comprehensive Global Partnership level.
President Trump said the visit has been unforgettable and extraordinary. "We will cooperate in ensuring rules-based mechanism including for Indo-Pacific", PM Modi said.
"This has been a very productive visit for both the countries....," President Trump said.
"Defence cooperation between two countries is reflective of rising strategic partnership between India and US. We also agreed on new mechanism to contain drug trafficking" Modi said.
"It was a great honour for me. I would imagine they (the people) were there maybe more for you than for me... 125,000 people were inside. Every time I mentioned your name, there were cheers. People love you," Trump told Modi.
Earlier, Trump was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Modi welcomed Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The Trumps, who also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial Rajghat here.
India and the US finalised defence deals worth USD 3 billion.
Trump announced that the two countries have finalised defence deals worth USD 3 billion and asserted that their focus was on having a comprehensive trade deal.
We agreed to cooperate in dealing with radical islamic terrorism: Trump
There was focus on having comprehensive trade deal: Trump
India and US discussed 5G telecom technology, situation in Indo-Pacific: Trump
"This has been a very productive visit for both countries" - @realDonaldTrump after talks with @PMOIndia
wonderful visit, magnificent welcome.....what can I say: Donald Trump !!!
Trade deal talks will yield good results: PM Modi after talks with President @realDonaldTrump
Defence cooperation between India, US is reflective of rising strategic partnership between India and US: PM Modi
The strengthening in defence ties between India and US is an important aspect of our partnership: @PMOIndia
Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla and Intelligence Bureau (IB) chief Arvind Kumar meet Home Minister Amit Shah and brief about Delhi violence.
Shah also late last night met Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik
#DelhiBurning #DelhiPolice
Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has convened a meeting of all MLAs of all parties of violence-hit areas in Delhi. He urged everyone in the city to shun violence.
Four people including a head constable were killed in violence and arson in the national capital on Monday, Feb 24.
The violence and stone pelting between pro and anti CAA protestors coincided with US President Donald Trump's two-day visit to India.After completing his engagements in Ahmedabad and Agra, Trump and his wife arrived here on Monday evening.
The US President and PM Narendra Modi will hold crucial round of bilateral talks here on Tuesday.
Shah returned here on Monday night from Ahmedabad reviewed the prevailing situation in the city in the wake of violence in parts of northeast Delhi in which at least four people, including a head constable, were killed, officials said on Tuesday.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said he is "very worried" about the prevailing situation in certain parts of Delhi and called an urgent meeting of all party MLAs of the violence-hit areas.
In a tweet, the chief minister also urged everyone to shun violence.
"Am very worried abt prevailing situation in certain parts of Del. All of us together shud make all efforts to restore peace in our city. I again urge everyone to shun violence (sic)," he tweeted.
He also said a meeting all MLAs (of all parties) of affected areas along wid senior officials in a while," Kejriwal added.
Four people killed and at least 50 others, and several Delhi Police personnel, were injured.
Pakistan on Trump's remarks in New Delhi
"Trump wants peace and stability in the region and has asked India to play a positive role in the area and extend a hand for promoting peace and stability in the region."
The foreign minister said that this will only be possible when the Kashmir issue is solved.
"The current Indian government has further complicated an already complicated problem. India's measures of August 5 have affected the identity of Kashmir and broken it into several parts.
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