Kuwait: Indian ambassador kicks up controversy, declares Modi will come to power soon

Kuwait City, May 8: Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Sunil Jain has kicked up a controversy by undiplomatically declaring that Gujarat chief minister Nadrendra Modi led government would soon come to power in India.

He was addressing in a public gathering of large numbers of expatriates and Kuwaiti nationals on the premises of Indian Community School, Kuwait.

Talking about India-Kuwait bilateral relations Mr Jain asserted: “Election process is going on in India and soon Modi led government will assume over and this will create more business opportunities.”

These unexpected remarks from a senior diplomat created a furor among the multicultural Indian audience. Many of them felt that it was very much objectionable and against the protocol for an incumbent ambassador of India to give such a statement which is highly political and prejudiced in nature.

Later speaking to the media persons, the ambassador justified his controversial statement and emphasized that Mr Modi has been the chief minister of Gujarat for three terms.

Meanwhile, some of the members in the audience, sharing their views with media wondered whether Mr Jain was ambassador of India or ambassador of BJP in Kuwait.

Media One, a Kerala based TV channel telecasted his speech highlighting his rhetoric on Modi led government overtaking power in India, which is being circulated through WhatsApp and other internet based media creating wider dissatisfaction and polarization among Indian expatriates having various political affiliations.

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Promising life cut short: Mangaluru college student killed in Padubidri road accident

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November 30,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 30: A 22-year-old college student succumbed to her injuries at a private hospital in Mangaluru today, days after she was hit by a goods tempo while crossing a road in Padubidri.

The deceased has been identified as Preksha, a resident of Nadsalu Billitota in Padubidri. The fatal incident occurred as Preksha, who was returning home after completing her examination, attempted to cross the service road towards Mangaluru. She was struck by a goods tempo approaching from the Udupi side, causing her to fall and sustain a severe head injury.

Prompt action from local residents ensured she received immediate first aid before being rushed to a hospital in Mangaluru for specialised treatment. Despite medical efforts, she passed away while undergoing care.

Preksha was a student at Karavali College, Vamanjoor on the outskirts of Mangaluru city. The tragedy is compounded by the fact that she belonged to a financially vulnerable family, having previously lost her father. She is survived by her mother and brother.

A case related to the accident has been registered at the Padubidri police station, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances that led to the collision. The incident highlights the growing concerns over road safety, particularly on busy service roads, and serves as a tragic reminder of the human cost of traffic accidents.

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