15th July: Shukla’s return, Priya’s Reprieve and Trump’s Claim

On news at 7 this 15th of July, Jamshed Qamar Siddiqui brings to you the day’s most crucial headlines.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has safely returned from the Axiom 4 space mission marking a milestone in commercial space travel.

In Yemen, the execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya has been postponed following diplomatic talks and religious intervention, with settlement negotiations ongoing.

Meanwhile U.S President Donald Trump has again claimed credit for stopping a war between India and Pakistan during his presidency, saying trade diplomacy played a key role and sparking renewed debate over America’s influence over South Asia.

Produced by Garvit Srivastava

Sound Mix by Suraj Singh

Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is India Today podcasts, Hello and welcome to News
at seven, your daily News Wrap at seven pm and
Jimshid Kamasudiki. Let's begin with the headlines for today. As
of Tuesday, fifteenth of July, Indian origin astronaut Shubhanschu Shukla

(00:20):
returns safely after historic Exeum four space mission. Yemen postpone
execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Preya emid diplomatic efforts. Trump
repeats claim of averting India Pakistan war through trade diplomacy.
Andrew Kumo stays in NYC mayoral race as independent after
losing Democratic primary election. Jashankar meets Xi Jinping in first

(00:44):
post de escalation. India China diplomatic talks are the hard
confusion triggers voters deletions in Bihar special electoral role revision.
The UKCAA warned of Boeing seven eight seven fuel glitch
before fatal Air India crash. Now News in detail. Indian
original astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla safely returned to Earth after completing

(01:07):
a historic space mission as part of XEUM four crew.
The capsules splashed down off the coast of California, marking
the successful end of the private mission to the International
Space Station. Shukla's participation made headlines for being a milestone
in commercial space travel and India's growing space presents. The
Exium four mission focused on scientific experiments technology demonstrations along

(01:30):
with the international collaboration in lower Earth orbit. Yeman authorities
have postponed the execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, originally
scheduled for July sixteenth. Priya, from Kerala, was sentenced to
death for the twenty seventeen murder of Yemeni national. The
postponement follows diplomatic effort by the Indian government and intervention

(01:53):
by religious leaders who are now negotiating with the victims
family for a possible settlement through blood money. Priya remains
in a Sanha's jail as talks continues for a resolution.
US President Donald Trump has again claimed credit for preventing
a major war between India and Pakistan. During a meeting

(02:14):
with NATO's Secretary General Mark rut Trump stated that he
de escalated tensions between the two nuclear armed nations.

Speaker 2 (02:21):
We've been very successful in settling wars. You have India Pakistan,
you have Rwanda and the Congo that was going on
for thirty years. India, by the way, Pakistan would have
been a nuclear war within another week.

Speaker 1 (02:33):
The way that was going, that was going very badly.

Speaker 2 (02:35):
And we did that through trade.

Speaker 1 (02:38):
I said, we're not going to talk to you about
trade unless you get this thing settled. And they did
and they were both great, great leaders. While he did
not elaborate further, Trump has made similar assertions in the past,
referencing his meetings with both Prime Minister and in the
Modi and Pakistani officials. The claim continues to stir debate
over a US role in South Asian geopolitics. Despite losing

(03:01):
the Democratic primary, former New York Governor Andrew Kumo remains
in the race for New York City Mayor, declaring his
contention as an independent candidate.

Speaker 2 (03:10):
Only thirteen percent of New Yorkers voted in the June primary.
The general election is in November, and I am in
it to win it. My opponent, mister Mandani, offers selex
slogans but no real solution.

Speaker 1 (03:25):
Kumo emphasized his commitment to addressing crime, housing, and public safety.
He criticized the Democratic Party for drifting too far left
and vote to represent centrist voters. Kumo's continued campaign is
expected to significantly impact the upcoming mayoral elections, potentially splitting
votes and reshaping New York's political landscape. External Affair Minister

(03:49):
as Jashank Chinese President Shi Jinping in Beijing, marking their
first introductions since the India China bought a de escalation.
The meeting follows Jashunker's talk with China his Vice President
hand Zaying during the SEO Foreign Ministers gathering. Discussion focused
on stabilizing ties with India's stressing mutual respect, resolving border issues,

(04:09):
and expanding corporation. Jinping expressed hope for improved relations, saying
both countries can manage differences wisely. The visit Signal's cautious
progress in restoring India's China diplomatic engagement post Kalwan tensions.
Confusion and concern gripped Vihar as the special intensive revision

(04:31):
of voters list lead to widespread deletion across district like Ponia,
Muzafhapur and Hajipur. Several citizens alleged being struck off the
roles without voice, many due to Adhar mismatch or missing
documents on ground reports highlighted a lack of awareness, miscommunication
and pressure on both level officers. As the election Commission
faces mounting criticism, official insists the process is aimed at

(04:55):
cleaning voter list, not suppressing votes. The UK Civil Aviation
Authority has flagged potential fuel control issues in Boeing seven
eight to seven aircraft weeks before the recent Air India crash.
The advisory, issued in June warned operators about a software
glitch that could cause dual engine flame out under certain condition.

(05:17):
While it's unclear if this issue caused a crash, the
revelation raised serious concerns over aircraft safety. Er India and
aviation authorities are now closely examining the link as investigations
into the fetal incident continue. So these were the top
stories for the day. You were listening to News at seven.
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