Last Updated: December 17, 2023, 17:53 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries of ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ in Kashi. (Image/PTI)
We are also covering: ‘Two Issues Aren’t’ Same’: EAM Jaishankar on Allegations of Plot to Kill Pro-Khalistan Elements in US, Canada, IND vs SA Live Score 1st ODI: South Africa Strike Early as Mulder Traps Ruturaj Gaikwad among other stories
Hello, readers! In today’s evening digest, News18 brings to you the latest updates on PM Modi in Varanasi, Bihar priest’s shocking death and other top stories.
PM in Varanasi LIVE: Modi Interacts With Beneficiaries of ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Varanasi on Sunday on a two-day visit during which he is set to launch and inaugurate 37 projects worth more than Rs 19,000 crore for the city and Purvanchal. He will also launch Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2.0 from Namo Ghat and flag off the new train from Kanyakumari to Varanasi. READ MORE
In a shocking incident, a priest was shot dead and his eyes were gouged out in Bihar’s Gopalganj district on Saturday, December 16. The genitals of the priest were also chopped off. The deceased was reportedly missing for the past five days when his body was recovered. READ MORE
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday commented on allegations of murder plots against pro-Khalistan elements in the United States and Canada and said the two issues weren’t the same. He also noted the Americans “told us some specific things”. READ MORE
Social media influencer Priya Singh, who was allegedly assaulted by her boyfriend in Thane, has alleged that she was being pressured to sign on something by police. However, the 26-year-old refused to sign anything as her lawyer was not present there. READ MORE
Ananya Panday Gives Fans A Sneak Peek Into Her Christmas Celebrations At Her New Home, See Photo
Ananya Panday often shares fun moments and snippets from her daily life on her social media handle for which she enjoys a massive fan following. With Christmas being around the corner, the actress is decorating her new abode with the much needed festive spirit. Having said that, she recently gave a glimpse of her Christmas tree at her place. READ MORE
IND vs SA Live Score 1st ODI: South Africa Strike Early as Mulder Traps Ruturaj Gaikwad
India vs South Africa 1st ODI LIVE Score: South Africa won the toss and opted to bat against India at the Wanderers, Johannesburg. But the decision backfired as the hosts were bowled out for 116. Arshdeep Singh registered his career-best figures of 5 for 37, gabbing his maiden five-wicket haul in ODIs. On the other hand, Avesh Khan bagged 4 wickets while Kuldeep Yadav pocketed one. For South Africa, Andile Phehlukwayo top-scored with 33 runs off 49 balls. READ MORE
