Top News Stories: Electoral Battles, Infrastructure Milestones, and International Diplomacy

Chief Election Commissioner Gynaesh Kumar addressed misinformation on electoral roll revisions in Bihar. PM Modi inaugurated new highways to ease congestion in Delhi. Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla received a warm welcome upon returning from the International Space Station (ISS). Additionally, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is set to visit India for diplomatic talks.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 17-08-2025 17:19 IST | Created: 17-08-2025 17:19 IST
Top News Stories: Electoral Battles, Infrastructure Milestones, and International Diplomacy
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The Chief Election Commissioner, Gynaesh Kumar, expressed concern on Sunday over the misinformation being spread about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. He stated that the initiative aims to correct the voters' lists, countering claims of 'vote chori' amid opposition protests.

Sunday marked the inauguration of significant infrastructure projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as he unveiled two highways worth Rs 11,000 crore in New Delhi. These developments, including the Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II, are set to alleviate traffic congestion in the capital and its perimeter.

In international news, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returned to India after a historic trip to the International Space Station. Celebrated with fervor, his return was met by crowds at the airport, underscoring the pride in India's space achievements. Meanwhile, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's forthcoming visit to India hints at strategic talks to fortify peace along contested borders.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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