PM Modi endorsed NDA’s vice-presidential candidate, CP Radhakrishnan, highlighting their long friendship and Radhakrishnan’s dedication to public service. Modi urged opposition support, praising Radhakrishnan’s integrity. The PM also celebrated India’s improved credit rating and economic outlook, noting positive market response to recent reforms.

India no longer has the appetite to take the first step in normalising ties with Pakistan after repeated betrayals, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said on Tuesday.

Donald Trump said Tuesday that a Ukraine peace deal could boost his chances of getting to heaven — joking that his odds of making it through the pearly gates are currently low.