At the VTB Investment Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded India’s “Make in India” initiative and expressed Russia’s willingness to establish manufacturing units in India. He praised Prime Minister Modi’s national-centric policies.
Mexican authorities warned the storm could cause “intense rains” over the resort-studded Yucatan Peninsula.
President Joe Biden is expected to speak with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in the coming weeks. The news of their anticipated talks comes as U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Xi in Beijing earlier Thursday as part of his visit to China. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
Amid the home stretch to election day, U.S. law enforcement and intelligence officials issued a new warning on foreign interference. On Friday, they declassified intelligence and confirmed Russia is behind a fabricated viral video spreading lies about early voting. Moscow denied the claims.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has temporarily shut down poultry markets in New York City, Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk counties. This comes as several bird flu cases were confirmed in the state during routine inspections. CBS News’ Lilia Luciano reports.
The government is preparing to introduce legislation during the winter session of Parliament to enable simultaneous elections for Parliament and state assemblies, aiming for implementation in 2029. This follows the recommendations of a panel led by former President Ram Nath Kovind. While seeking consensus, the government plans to initiate parliamentary debate on the bills.
Los Angeles officials briefed reporters about the wildfires scorching the area in Southern California. Los Angeles County is under a state of emergency as the flames are upending the lives of tens of thousands who have been forced to abandon their homes.