Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): PM Modi Congratulates Iraq PM, Dutch Industry Leaders Hail India As Key Hub For Growth, Investment

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Putin To Visit China From May 19 to 20, PM Modi Congratulates Iraq PM

Summary: Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): PM Modi Congratulates Iraq PM, Dutch Industry Leaders Hail India As Key Hub For Growth, Investment

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Dutch business leaders praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s economic vision, and they also pointed to more and more openings in semiconductors infrastructure trade and logistics after a CEO Round Table on Economic Ties. A bunch of executives, including Boudewijn Siemons from the Port of Rotterdam Authority, said they felt impressed by Modi’s energy determination, and they mentioned that India and the Netherlands really have strong potential to expand economic cooperation. Christophe Fouquet of ASML , meanwhile highlighted a strategic partnership with Tata Electronics as a sign of India’s rising semiconductor ambitions . And Keith Svendsen from APM Terminals emphasised that there is tangible progress in shipbuilding container manufacturing, and infrastructure investments that match the earlier commitments discussed with Modi, during those talks.

APM Terminals CEO Keith Svendsen also, underscored the importance of a potential India–EU trade agreement for strengthening long term business relations. He said his company is actively moving ahead on initiatives in India, like port development, logistics infrastructure, and training centres for workforce development. Dick Richelle of Vopak praised India’s transformation, over the past decade, and he noted he is confident in continued cooperation between India, the Netherlands, and the European Union, especially in areas that demand large scale infrastructure investment. Prime Minister Modi, speaking to the CEOs, said more than 300 Dutch companies are already part of India’s growth narrative, calling the Netherlands India’s largest European investor and second-largest trading partner, all together.

Meanwhile, PM Modi congratulated Ali Falih Kadhim al-Zaidi on taking office as Prime Minister of Iraq , and he again reaffirmed India’s commitment for strengthening bilateral relations , not just in words but in practical cooperation too. Tom Barrack, the US Ambassador to Turkiye, and also Special Envoy for Syria , welcomed Iraq’s new government as well. He said Washington is prepared for collaboration on stability, prosperity and counter-terrorism , with the same urgency. Barrack stressed that the United States backs a sovereign and steady Iraq ,one that works alongside the international community. Iraq’s parliament approved al-Zaidi’s government on May 14, and the new leadership pledged to increase state control over weapons. This was mentioned alongside continuing regional security worries tied to Iran-backed groups , and wider geopolitical tensions across the Middle East.

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09:32 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh Makes Strong Claim

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Sunday asserted that strict action would be taken against illegal constructions and encroachments, saying bulldozers would be deployed wherever unlawful structures exist.
Speaking to reporters in Kharagpur, Ghosh said the newly formed government in West Bengal had initiated action against illegal constructions from the very first day of assuming office.
“Bulldozers will roll across the entire country. Wherever there is illegal construction, bulldozers will be deployed. The new government that has come to power here in Bengal has initiated this process right from day one. I appeal to anyone involved in illegal activities to conduct their operations within the bounds of the law, and the government will extend its full cooperation to them… We will not tolerate any form of encroachment on government land,” Ghosh said. (ANI)

09:15 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Putin to visit China from May 19 to 20

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China from May 19 to 20 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to the official Telegram channel of Russia’s Foreign Ministry. The ministry said the visit is “timed to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the signing of the ‘Treaty of Good-Neighbourliness, Friendship and Cooperation’ – a foundational document for interstate relations.”

08:46 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Bandi Bhageerath remanded to judicial custody Till May 29

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): The son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Bandi Sai Bhageerath, was remanded to judicial custody until May 29 regarding allegations against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Cyberabad Police arrested Bandi Sai Bhageerath, alias Bhageerath, following a multi-city manhunt in connection with a criminal case involving severe charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the POCSO Act. According to an official press note issued by the Commissioner of Police, Cyberabad, the accused was apprehended on the evening of May 16, 2026, and has since been remanded to judicial custody.

08:11 (IST) 17 May 2026

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07:47 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): President Murmu approves increasing Supreme Court Judge strength from 34 to 38

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): President Draupadi Murmu has approved the Union Cabinet’s decision to increase the strength of the Supreme Court from 34 to 38 judges, said Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Sunday. In an X post, Meghwal said, “The President is pleased to increase the Judge strength of the Supreme Court from 33 to 37 Judges (Excluding the Chief Justice of India) by promulgating The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026, which has further amended the “Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956”.

07:20 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Venezuela Deports Nicolas Maduro’s ‘Bag Man’ To US

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s top financial operative, Colombian born businessman Alex Saab, has allegedly been deported to the United States for the second time. The Venezuelan authorities confirmed Saturday that Saab had been deported to the US due to criminal activity under American jurisdiction.

06:33 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Katrina Kaif's birthday wish for Vicky Kaushal

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06:32 (IST) 17 May 2026

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Rajasthan CM travels by EV bus

Breaking News Today LIVE & Latest Updates (17 May 2026): Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday boarded an electric vehicle (EV) bus as part of efforts to save fuel in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for oil conservaton efforts amid the West Asia Conflict. The Chief Minister travelled from the Chief Minister’s residence in Jaipur to Tikaria village in the Bagru Assembly constituency to attend an official programme. The Chief MInister said on Wednesday that the state government has issued special guidelines to promote the conservation of petrol and diesel.

06:14 (IST) 17 May 2026

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