Modi condemns Manchester attack

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday strongly condemned the terror attack in Manchester, England, during a pop concert by US singer, in which 19 people were killed and over 50 injured.

"Pained by the attack in Manchester. We strongly condemn it. Our thoughts are with the families of the deceased and prayers with the injured," Modi said in a tweet.

Modi's remarks came after a terror attack in a stadium in Manchester, following a concert by American singer Ariana Grande.

At least 19 persons have been killed and 59 injured in the attack.

--IANS

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