Two months after India and United Kingdom concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the two countries are poised to sign the mutually beneficial landmark trade pact during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to UK beginning on Wednesday.
"The labourers working outside the state, who cannot show up for verification, would be ousted from the roll. Therefore, the Election Commission should make arrangements to include such individuals. There are no intruders in my constituency," Kumar told ANI.
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Earlier today, reacting to the controversy, Akhilesh Yadav said that faith unites people, while accusing the BJP of using religion as a "divisive" tool.
The highlight of PM Modi's visit will be the signing of the India-UK FTA, which has been under negotiation for three years. This agreement is expected to eliminate tariffs on 99% of Indian exports to the UK and reduce tariffs on 90% of British products.
"Faith connects. Any religion or faith connects people, and whichever faith works to build trust and connect people, we are with them. BJP has a problem with this... BJP wants people to stay divided, not united. We have faith in all faiths... BJP's tool is religion..." Yadav said.
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Former diplomat Mahesh Sachdev said PM Modi's UK visit could lead to a key free trade deal, boosting trade and investment. He highlighted India's economic strength, UK's post-Brexit needs, and said the agreement could deepen ties and stabilise UK's approach towards India.