Nagaland: US envoy Garcetti embarks on scenic hike, looks forward to again visiting 'Land of Festivals'
Sunday, 3 December 2023 US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, shares his experience after an early morning hike in Nagaland, admiring the stunning landscapes and breathtaking view from the peak. Nagaland, often referred to as the "Land of Festivals," is a state in northeastern India known for its rich cultural tapestry, diverse ethnic communities, and vibrant celebrations throughout the year. Garcetii, who has been in Nagaland for the past four days, earlier witnessed the Hornbill Festival and the rich diversity of the state.
Overnight, three medium-intensity explosions rocked a bridge in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, causing damage. The blasts occurred close to Sapormeina along National Highway-2, linking Imphal to Dimapur in Nagaland. This incident unfolded just two days prior to the second phase of Lok Sabha elections, scheduled to take place in certain areas of Outer Manipur. According to a security official, the event transpired around 1:15 am near Sapormeina in Kangpokpi district.
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Over 4 lakh voters in Nagaland boycott Lok Sabha elections due to ENPO's separate zone demand. 20 MLAs abstain. CM Rio cautious of confrontations. EC reports 0.. IndiaTimes
Polling in 102 parliamentary seats across 21 states and Union Territories in the first phase of Lok Sabha Elections commenced at 7 am on April 19 and ended at 6 pm. Over 102 parliamentary constituencies in 21 states and union territories headed to the polling booth on Friday, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. West Bengal recorded the highest turnout till 5 PM at 77.57 per cent, followed by Tripura at 76.10 per cent. Voter turnout in Assam stood at 70.77 per cent, while Manipur recorded a voter turnout of 68.58 per cent till 5 PM.
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US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, discussed the alleged foiled assassination attempt of Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in a podcast, stressing respect for "red lines" between nations. He emphasized the gravity of government involvement in criminal activities and the importance of adhering to legal frameworks.
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Sunday, 3 December 2023
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