Trade and terror on PM Modi, Xi Jinping plate

Mahabs dinner stretches to 2.5 hours.

Rajnath Singh lauds US role in countering terrorism

Singh made the remarks during his meeting with US Senators Ted Cruz and Maggie Hassan who called on him.

Reported explosion comes after US has alleged that Iran attacked oil tankers near Strait of Hormuz, denied by Tehran.

The top four leaders arrested on Thursday have been identified as Professor Zafar Iqbal, Yahya Aziz, Muhammad Ashraf and Abdul Salam.

India's comments come as Pak requested UNSC to allow Hafiz Saeed to withdraw money from his account for basic expenses.

An official said that anti-terrorist measures at railway and Metro stations and places with high footfall have been intensified.

'I think many have concerns that Pakistan keep a lid on terror groups that might conduct cross-border activities,' US official said.

While ending the speech, Modi urged the world to stick together especially in weathering the modern day storms.

During his speech, Khan suggested that nuclear-armed Pak may not choice if conventional war breaks out between both nations.

‘As defence minister, I would like to assure that our country's maritime security is absolutely strong and solidified,’ Rajnath said.