

The Catch Up: 3 July
Jul 3, 2025
Dive into the latest headlines with insights into Prime Minister Modi's ambitious five-nation tour. Explore the blossoming relationship between India and Ghana, alongside pressing local issues like crime in Pune. Tune in for political commentary from a NYC mayoral nominee and discover India's intriguing stance on the Dalai Lama's reincarnation amid ongoing tensions with China.
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Modi Honors & India-Ghana Ties
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Ghana's highest national honor reflecting his global leadership.
- India and Ghana signed agreements to strengthen their historic friendship and cooperation.
Pune Woman Assault Incident
- A woman in Pune was raped by a man posing as a delivery executive who used a chemical to incapacitate her.
- The attacker threatened to circulate her photos and escaped; police are actively searching based on victim's description.
Mamdani on Trump's Threats
- NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani criticized Trump for targeting him with threats including arrest and deportation.
- Mamdani sees this as an attack on democracy and distraction from working-class issues.