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NEW DELHI: The skill development ministry has graded nearly 15,000 private and govt industrial training institutes (ITIs) with over 14 lakh students in line with an exercise similar to National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), which ranks higher education institutions.For the 2026-27 academic year, 466 ITIs attained a grade above 9, on a scale of 10, as against 403 last year. Govt ITI, World Bank (Mahila) in Meerut received the highest grade (9.8), followed by Govt ITI in Chaibasa (Jharkhand), Dalmia Pvt ITI in Sundargarh (Odisha) and Govt ITI (Jhansi), each receiving a grade of 9.7.Nearly 11,600 ITIs received a grade above 4, compared with 11,928 last year. A grade above 4 enables ITIs to add new-age courses, such as 3D printing, internet of things, drone technician, solar technician, among others. In all, 126 ITIs are categorised as non-graded (NG) for the want of sufficient data as these are newly established ITIs.Directorate General of Training, the apex nodal agency for regulating vocational training, developed a grading scale between 0 and 10, based on eight parameters. Of the eight, admission (30%) and passing results (30%) have the highest weighting for the current academic year, followed by a computer-based examination (10%) and average marks obtained (10%). Enrolment of women and diversity in trades which includes new emerging courses weighed 5% each.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises ConcernsAfter BJP Exit, Annamalai Eyes New Political Party With Growing Membership Base’We Are Prepared’: Akhilesh Yadav Rejects Split Buzz, Accuses BJP of Engineering Defections | WatchRevolt-Hit TMC Asked to Vacate Kolkata Headquarters Amid Lease DisputeIndia Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPNAs NEET Re-Exam Nears, Two Young Aspirants Die By Suicide In Delhi And DehradunUS Map Shows PoJK As Pakistan’s Part, Drops ‘Indo’ From Pacific Command Name123Photostories5 luxury residential regions in Greater Noida attracting premium homebuyersWhat to do when your child is angry: Parents share most effective techniques that almost invariably workedRupali Ganguly’s rise to fame: From a filmmaker’s daughter to Indian television’s leading ladyHow to recognize manipulation: 5 life skills parents must teach children6 fun, cute and unique souvenirs you must bring home from JapanYou may not notice these health problems after 40 until it’s too late: The essential tests every man needsTop 10 safest countries in the world in 2026; what travellers should know5 signs of narcissism – And 3 ways on how to deal with a narcissist, reveals pyschologist Dr Ramani DurvasulaPrincess Diana’s timeless beauty secrets that are still relevant today10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by spring flowers123Hot PicksLionel Messi WifeVaibhav SooryavanshiDehradun NEET Aspirant DieTommy Fleetwood WifeScottie SchefflerIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardNHL TradeDayton BramhallTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result ‘Peddi’ box office collections day 14: Ram Charan’s film sees 29% drop; Crosses Rs 320.20 Cr worldwide Sagittarius Horoscope Today, June 18, 2026: Do not invest today Bhagwat Says Maharana Pratap won Haldighati, questions historical narrative “Skipped Charlie’s memorial despite being invited”: Candace Owens accuses Blake Neff of proving Charlie Kirk ‘was betrayed’ in explosive feud Image: IANS NEW DELHI: Congress functionary Rahul Gandhi’s decision to put in public domain the speech he delivered at INDIA bloc meeting on June 8 has not gone down well with some of the allies, given that it was a closed-door meeting where much was said and varied views were presented. Left parties CPM, CPI and CPI(ML) Liberation specially feel that “mutual trust” among members needs to be bolstered going forward if the bloc has to mount “resistance” against BJP, as suggested by Gandhi in his speech. Not just the release of speech, even what was said by Gandhi has evoked sharp reactions from certain allies over last few days. CPM general secretary MA Baby had on Saturday strongly objected to Gandhi’s remarks regarding former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan in his speech. “While he released what he said to allies, the views of other INDIA bloc members expressed at the closed-door meeting are not in public domain,” Baby said. CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya emphasised that INDIA bloc will have to move beyond just being an electoral bloc and a grouping that comes together during Parliament sessions. “If we want to mount ‘resistance’ against BJP as suggested by Rahul Gandhi in his speech, then we have to meet and plan on raising issues affecting the public together as a group,” he said. On Rahul releasing his speech, he said, “This was an internal meeting, and if he was planning to release his speech, then ideally all political parties present in the meeting should have been consulted.” CPI general secretary D Raja said, “By that measure speeches of others should also be in public domain. Among various issues, the members had raised concern over Congress too.” While refusing to comment on Gandhi’s speech and his decision to release it, RJD MP Manoj Jha said it must be understood that as INDIA bloc is a grouping of political parties, there will be divergence of views. He sought focus on building synchronisation and highlighting issues as a group. Meanwhile, the DMK leadership is firmly holding on to its position over Congress severing its alliance with the party to support the TVK govt. DMK’s floor leader in Rajya Sabha Tiruchi Siva said, “We are very clear that we cannot share the same space with Congress anywhere in the backdrop of their betrayal in Tamil Nadu.” He said, “However, as far as other opposition allies go, we are with them in the fight against BJP.” Get the latest India news and live updates. 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After PM Narendra Modi’s selfie with Giorgia Meloni offering her ‘Melody toffees’ gained millions of views last month, the Italian PM’s joke that “we’re the most famous couple on Insta”, captured on hot mic when she met the Indian PM during the G7 summit in France, became an instant hit on social media.The light-hearted moment between Modi and Meloni was witnessed when G7 leaders assembled for a customary group photo in Evian. As PM Modi greeted Meloni, she warmly said, “Nice to see you again”. When Modi appeared to refer to the virality that “Melody toffees” had acquired, Meloni quipped: “Yeah, we’re the most famous couple on Instagram.”The bonhomie between the two PMs dates back to 2022 when they met shortly after Meloni took office in Italy on Oct 22 that year. They discussed bilateral ties, and PM Modi gifted her a traditional Indian Patan Patola scarf. Their interactions gained widespread internet attention during the 2023 G20 Summit and COP28. The hashtag #Melodi first started trending on Dec 1, 2023, when Meloni published her selfie with PM Modi on her official Instagram and X accounts with the one-liner: “Good friends at COP28. #Melodi”. PM Modi reshared the post, warmly adding that “meeting friends is always a delight”.After being gifted Melody toffees by Modi in May this year, Meloni later posted a viral video thanking him by saying, “PM Modi brought us a gift, a very, very good toffee.” The video went viral and received 100 million views on Insta within just six hours of being posted.Banter apart, the ‘Melodi’ effect has had a very positive effect on India-Italy relations as the two countries have elevated their ties to a ‘Special Strategic Partnership’. Trade between the two sides has already reached Euro 14.25 billion, with a newly set joint target to exceed Euro 20 billion by 2029.The two leaders have also revitalised defence ties, which had earlier lost momentum due to legacy issues (originating from the 2012 Italian Marines incident and the AgustaWestland corruption scandal), and established a foundation for extensive military and industrial collaboration. During Modi’s Rome visit in May, the two sides framed a defence industrial roadmap for co-development and co-production of military hardware and next-generation defence technologies. The two countries are also deepening cooperation in maritime security, given their shared stakes in the Indo-Pacific and the Mediterranean.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises ConcernsAfter BJP Exit, Annamalai Eyes New Political Party With Growing Membership Base’We Are Prepared’: Akhilesh Yadav Rejects Split Buzz, Accuses BJP of Engineering Defections | WatchRevolt-Hit TMC Asked to Vacate Kolkata Headquarters Amid Lease DisputeIndia Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPNAs NEET Re-Exam Nears, Two Young Aspirants Die By Suicide In Delhi And DehradunUS Map Shows PoJK As Pakistan’s Part, Drops ‘Indo’ From Pacific Command Name123Photostories5 luxury residential regions in Greater Noida attracting premium homebuyersWhat to do when your child is angry: Parents share most effective techniques that almost invariably workedRupali Ganguly’s rise to fame: From a filmmaker’s daughter to Indian television’s leading ladyHow to recognize manipulation: 5 life skills parents must teach children6 fun, cute and unique souvenirs you must bring home from JapanYou may not notice these health problems after 40 until it’s too late: The essential tests every man needsTop 10 safest countries in the world in 2026; what travellers should know5 signs of narcissism – And 3 ways on how to deal with a narcissist, reveals pyschologist Dr Ramani DurvasulaPrincess Diana’s timeless beauty secrets that are still relevant today10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by spring flowers123Hot PicksLionel Messi WifeVaibhav SooryavanshiDehradun NEET Aspirant DieFIFA World Cup Free Live Streamingilia topuriaIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardNHL TradeTyson Fury vs Anthony JoshuaTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result Olivia Wilde reflects on marriage to Italian prince at 19; reveals reason for divorce at 25 Capricorn Horoscope Today, June 18, 2026: Kindness will protect your peace and your progress Crissy Froyd accuses Mike Silver of liking her old bikini photos right after she wrote about Dianna Russini scandal NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had bilateral meetings with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and also European Union leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa on the margins of the G7 summit, taking stock of recent progress in ties and welcoming the understanding reached between the US and Iran in West Asia for peace. European Commission President Von der Leyen said after the meeting that the India-EU FTA would be signed by the end of this year.”Since we have concluded the mother of all trade deals, we have been moving fast to deliver on our commitments. We will sign the Free Trade Agreement by the end of the year. And accelerate work on an investment agreement,” Von der Leyen said, adding that both sides will also step up security and defence cooperation and join forces for better connectivity by advancing IMEC, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.Modi and EU leaders stressed the recent conclusion of negotiations for the India-EU FTA as a historic achievement and stressed its expeditious signing and implementation, which would unlock “huge opportunities for trade and investment and contribute towards diversification of supply chains, particularly in the current turbulent geopolitical context”.Exchanging views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, the leaders welcomed the developments in West Asia. “They reiterated their shared commitment to shaping a resilient multipolar global order that contributes to peace and stability, prosperity and sustainable development,” said the Indian govt.In the meeting with Merz, the leaders reviewed the progress in bilateral engagements and expressed satisfaction at the renewed momentum in the India-Germany Strategic Partnership, with the successful visit of the Chancellor to India and the conclusion of the India-EU FTA negotiations earlier this year. They also reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen cooperation across diverse sectors, including trade and investment, defence and security, green and sustainable development, technology, innovation, education and mobility. “The two leaders exchanged views on regional and global developments of mutual interest, including the situation in West Asia and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. They also welcomed the understanding reached to end the conflict in West Asia,” said an Indian statement.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises ConcernsAfter BJP Exit, Annamalai Eyes New Political Party With Growing Membership Base’We Are Prepared’: Akhilesh Yadav Rejects Split Buzz, Accuses BJP of Engineering Defections | WatchRevolt-Hit TMC Asked to Vacate Kolkata Headquarters Amid Lease DisputeIndia Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPNAs NEET Re-Exam Nears, Two Young Aspirants Die By Suicide In Delhi And DehradunUS Map Shows PoJK As Pakistan’s Part, Drops ‘Indo’ From Pacific Command Name123Photostories5 luxury residential regions in Greater Noida attracting premium homebuyersWhat to do when your child is angry: Parents share most effective techniques that almost invariably workedRupali Ganguly’s rise to fame: From a filmmaker’s daughter to Indian television’s leading ladyHow to recognize manipulation: 5 life skills parents must teach children6 fun, cute and unique souvenirs you must bring home from JapanYou may not notice these health problems after 40 until it’s too late: The essential tests every man needsTop 10 safest countries in the world in 2026; what travellers should know5 signs of narcissism – And 3 ways on how to deal with a narcissist, reveals pyschologist Dr Ramani DurvasulaPrincess Diana’s timeless beauty secrets that are still relevant today10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by spring flowers123Hot PicksLionel Messi WifeVaibhav SooryavanshiDehradun NEET Aspirant DieFIFA World Cup Free Live Streamingilia topuriaIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardNHL TradeTyson Fury vs Anthony JoshuaTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result Canada’s CPP to invest Rs 7k cr in Hyderabad-based CtrlS NSE files for 30k cr IPO, to be largest ever in India An IAF helicopter carrying sealed NEET-UG retest question paper packets at the Armed Reserve Police Ground in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday. PTI Indian Air Force (IAF) has carried out nearly 200 sorties over the past three-four days to ferry question papers for the June 21 NEET-UG retest to 18 designated zones across the country. The mission — launched on June 13 — is nearing completion ahead of the medical entrance exam.IAF’s Mi-17 helicopters and transport aircraft were pressed into service to deliver sealed question papers to their respective destinations.The aircraft have already logged around 200 sorties since the operation began, ensuring secure and timely dispatch to hubs nationwide. From these hubs, the question papers will be transported to different exam centres under tight security arrangements, sources said.“The use of IAF aircraft is aimed at guaranteeing foolproof, time-bound delivery,” an official said.The May 3 NEET-UG exam — the single-largest competitive test in the country with over 22 lakh candidates — was rocked by allegations of paper leaks and irregularities, leading to its cancellation and triggering nationwide protests and Supreme Court intervention.Officials maintain the July 21 retest will be conducted “smoothly and without any irregularities”. With lakhs of medical aspirants and their futures riding on the outcome, the govt appears determined to leave nothing to chance this time, deploying the armed forces to safeguard the sanctity of one of India’s largest exams.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises ConcernsAfter BJP Exit, Annamalai Eyes New Political Party With Growing Membership Base’We Are Prepared’: Akhilesh Yadav Rejects Split Buzz, Accuses BJP of Engineering Defections | WatchRevolt-Hit TMC Asked to Vacate Kolkata Headquarters Amid Lease DisputeIndia Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPNAs NEET Re-Exam Nears, Two Young Aspirants Die By Suicide In Delhi And DehradunUS Map Shows PoJK As Pakistan’s Part, Drops ‘Indo’ From Pacific Command Name123Photostories5 luxury residential regions in Greater Noida attracting premium homebuyersWhat to do when your child is angry: Parents share most effective techniques that almost invariably workedRupali Ganguly’s rise to fame: From a filmmaker’s daughter to Indian television’s leading ladyHow to recognize manipulation: 5 life skills parents must teach children6 fun, cute and unique souvenirs you must bring home from JapanYou may not notice these health problems after 40 until it’s too late: The essential tests every man needsTop 10 safest countries in the world in 2026; what travellers should know5 signs of narcissism – And 3 ways on how to deal with a narcissist, reveals pyschologist Dr Ramani DurvasulaPrincess Diana’s timeless beauty secrets that are still relevant today10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by spring flowers123Hot PicksLionel Messi WifeVaibhav SooryavanshiDehradun NEET Aspirant DieFIFA World Cup Free Live Streamingilia topuriaIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardNHL TradeTyson Fury vs Anthony JoshuaTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result Libra Horoscope Today, June 18, 2026: This is not a day for reckless spending Speaker to hear Abhishek tomorrow on split in TMC Image: IANS KOLKATA: On a day Lionel Messi became the joint highest goal-scorer in World Cup history and scored his first World Cup hat-trick, Kolkata was reminded of the Salt Lake stadium fiasco, with the football legend’s chief adviser and consultant to last year’s GOAT India Tour reportedly emailing Bidhannagar police commissioner Wednesday, flagging former sports minister Aroop Biswas’s alleged interference and violation of security protocol that prompted Messi’s early exit.Reacting to the development, Kolkata police commissioner Ajay Nand, however, said: “Ye sab poochke mahaul kyun kharab karna. (Why spoil the atmosphere by asking all this?) We have no such reports. We need to check.” TOI tried to contact Bidhannagar CP Tripurari Atharv, but multiple calls and text messages went unanswered.According to sources, the official clarified in the letter that the approved protocol for Messi’s Dec 13 appearance at the Salt Lake stadium allowed no dignitaries on the field, while only three camera operators were to be present there.“But the protocol was disrupted when the then sports minister entered the field and became involved in activities that were not part of the scheduled programme. This included repeated unscheduled interactions and physical contact with Messi, including placing hands on his shoulder and around his waist for photographs,” the official reportedly stated. “These actions, together with the presence of several other unauthorised individuals and approximately 40 unaccredited photographers in restricted areas… and created concerns regarding Messi’s security… and made it impossible for him to interact with the individuals planned on the field,” he added.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTamaghna BanerjeeTamaghna Banerjee, a reporter from Kolkata, covers crime, aviation, human rights and politics. He has a keen interest in human interest and rural reporting. He has done his postgraduation in journalism and mass communication. He has a total of 14 years in journalism.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises ConcernsAfter BJP Exit, Annamalai Eyes New Political Party With Growing Membership Base’We Are Prepared’: Akhilesh Yadav Rejects Split Buzz, Accuses BJP of Engineering Defections | WatchRevolt-Hit TMC Asked to Vacate Kolkata Headquarters Amid Lease DisputeIndia Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPNAs NEET Re-Exam Nears, Two Young Aspirants Die By Suicide In Delhi And DehradunUS Map Shows PoJK As Pakistan’s Part, Drops ‘Indo’ From Pacific Command Name123Photostories5 luxury residential regions in Greater Noida attracting premium homebuyersWhat to do when your child is angry: Parents share most effective techniques that almost invariably workedRupali Ganguly’s rise to fame: From a filmmaker’s daughter to Indian television’s leading ladyHow to recognize manipulation: 5 life skills parents must teach children6 fun, cute and unique souvenirs you must bring home from JapanYou may not notice these health problems after 40 until it’s too late: The essential tests every man needsTop 10 safest countries in the world in 2026; what travellers should know5 signs of narcissism – And 3 ways on how to deal with a narcissist, reveals pyschologist Dr Ramani DurvasulaPrincess Diana’s timeless beauty secrets that are still relevant today10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by spring flowers123Hot PicksLionel Messi WifeVaibhav SooryavanshiDehradun NEET Aspirant DieFIFA World Cup Free Live Streamingilia topuriaIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardNHL TradeTyson Fury vs Anthony JoshuaTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ trailer: Tom Holland and Zendaya unveil new clip in Amsterdam after leak; reveals Spidey-Punisher teamup and first look at Sadie Sink’s mystery character Minor girl forced into illegal conversion and marriage; Kutch police arrest Ajmer Dargah Imam KOLKATA: Even as most of its founding members remain in the dark about who their newly appointed president is, Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) Wednesday welcomed Sena UBT MPs who wanted to join them. In an X post, the party said, “We welcome all Shiv Sena UBT MPs who want to join our party.”The party, in another social media post, claimed its MPs will increase from 20 to 22. “As stated by MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, the parliamentary strength of NCPI is expected to increase from 20 MPs to 22 MPs in the coming days. This development reflects the growing confidence in our commitment to democracy, development, transparency, and public service.”The party’s keenness to reach out to Sena UBT MPs and increase its numbers, however, comes as it waits for Jyotiprakash Chatterji, its new president, to step into the public eye. On Wednesday, the focus of a meeting of the party’s founder members was not the merger that has thrust the little-known outfit into the political spotlight, but the identity of the new chief himself.Several founder members admitted they knew nothing about Chatterji and had only learned of his appointment through a Facebook post that did not even carry his photograph.“We came to know about the new president from a Facebook post which only showed the silhouette of a man. There was no photograph or any details. So, most of our discussion revolved around who he actually is. We have heard that he is an advocate at Calcutta HC, but beyond that, we know very little,” said Santanu Dey, who claims to be the party’s organizational secretary.Eight founder members met at an address near Ruby Hospital off the EM Bypass on Wednesday to discuss the next steps following the merger. However, participants said they are still awaiting clarity from the party’s central leadership, which is now largely being steered by the rebel Trinamool MPs who joined the outfit on Sunday.“There were supposed to be discussions on the restructuring of party posts now that we have 20 MPs. But instead, the conversation centered almost entirely on the new president because none of us know him,” said another founder member. Party functionaries said they are expected to meet again later this week. Discussions are also likely to focus on the induction of grassroots Trinamool workers, many of whom have already started reaching out to NCPI netas. Meanwhile, former party president Shewly Kundu, who did not attend Wednesday’s meeting, confirmed that a new president had been chosen. (With inputs from Dipawali Mitra in Kolkata)Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTamaghna BanerjeeTamaghna Banerjee, a reporter from Kolkata, covers crime, aviation, human rights and politics. He has a keen interest in human interest and rural reporting. He has done his postgraduation in journalism and mass communication. He has a total of 14 years in journalism.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises ConcernsAfter BJP Exit, Annamalai Eyes New Political Party With Growing Membership Base’We Are Prepared’: Akhilesh Yadav Rejects Split Buzz, Accuses BJP of Engineering Defections | WatchRevolt-Hit TMC Asked to Vacate Kolkata Headquarters Amid Lease DisputeIndia Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPNAs NEET Re-Exam Nears, Two Young Aspirants Die By Suicide In Delhi And DehradunUS Map Shows PoJK As Pakistan’s Part, Drops ‘Indo’ From Pacific Command Name123Photostories5 luxury residential regions in Greater Noida attracting premium homebuyersWhat to do when your child is angry: Parents share most effective techniques that almost invariably workedRupali Ganguly’s rise to fame: From a filmmaker’s daughter to Indian television’s leading ladyHow to recognize manipulation: 5 life skills parents must teach children6 fun, cute and unique souvenirs you must bring home from JapanYou may not notice these health problems after 40 until it’s too late: The essential tests every man needsTop 10 safest countries in the world in 2026; what travellers should know5 signs of narcissism – And 3 ways on how to deal with a narcissist, reveals pyschologist Dr Ramani DurvasulaPrincess Diana’s timeless beauty secrets that are still relevant today10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by spring flowers123Hot PicksLionel Messi WifeVaibhav SooryavanshiDehradun NEET Aspirant DieFIFA World Cup Free Live Streamingilia topuriaIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardNHL TradeTyson Fury vs Anthony JoshuaTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result Scorpio Horoscope Today, June 18, 2026: Be confident, but not arrogant Father arrested for bid to kill girl over ‘transgender traits’ ExtraEmily addresses backlash after Columbia University resume reveal leaves supporters and critics sharply divided ANI file photo The disruptions in fuel, fertiliser and food supply chains caused by the crisis in West Asia will continue to impact the Global South for a considerable period, PM Narendra Modi said while underlining the need for the international community to ensure vulnerable countries are not left to bear the brunt of such crises alone.Addressing a G7 outreach session on shared and balanced growth, Modi proposed a global skills partnership to harness the abundance of skills and enterprise in developing countries. He also called for establishing an International Mobilisation Partnership for Accelerating Connectivity and Trade (IMPACT) to create trade, technology and energy corridors, bringing together G7 capital, India’s talent and the ownership of Global South countries. He called upon international financial institutions to develop support mechanisms that help developing countries absorb shocks, like from the West Asia crisis, and sustain their economic resilience. “If we are truly committed to strengthening international solidarity, the most vulnerable countries should not be left to bear the burden of these crises alone,” the PM said.Drawing inspiration from the IMEC Vision, he said the G7 could work on connectivity projects with countries in Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Island region. “This strategic corridor (IMEC) connects Asia, the Middle East, and Europe and will accelerate trade, strengthen supply chains, and create new opportunities for investment, employment and innovation across partner countries. Today, there is a need to further advance such initiatives – ones that are characterised by local ownership, transparent financing, and a clear vision for long-term sustainability,” the PM said.India’s commitment to shared global prosperity was not confined to words alone but was also reflected in its actions, Modi said, highlighting how India has concluded trade agreements with most countries represented in the G7 meeting. “This reflects India’s belief not in fragmentation but in integration, not in protectionism but in partnership, and not in uncertainty but in shared prosperity,” he said, adding India will continue to work together with all to strengthen shared economic resilience and to build a more stable, reliable and prosperous global economy.The Indian PM also stressed that while developed countries were confronting the challenge of ageing societies, India and other countries of the Global South possessed immense potential in terms of young talent, enterprise and skills. “To harness this natural complementarity, we may consider establishing a Global Skills Partnership. Under this framework, we can work together on skill mapping and promoting trusted skilled mobility,” Modi said.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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