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PM Modi must exercise restraint, should set an example with conduct, advices Manmohan Singh
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to exercise restraint when visiting the states not ruled by the BJP, while adding that it was latter's obligation as country's PM to be more wary of the kind of language he uses.Singh advised Prime Minister Modi that it was also his duty to set an example with his conduct.Former PM Singh made the remarks after a word of advice for today's politician as to how can they retain dignity and decorum in such a polarised environment was sought by a reporter.Singh said, "Last week I was asked whether I would use the same words for the present Prime Minister which I used during 2014 elections. I said no I will not repeat those words. My advice to the Prime Minister is that he should exercise due restraint becoming of the office of the PM."He further outlined that his relationship with chief ministers of BJP ruled state was very good when he was in the office."The Prime Minister when he goes to states, which are ..
Ukraine approve martial law as tensions with Russia escalate
The Ukrainian Parliament on Monday voted in favour of introducing the martial law in the border areas with Russia after the Russian army seized three Ukrainian navy ships near the Kerch Strait.According to CNN, the law, starting from November 28, would give the Ukrainian government extraordinary powers over civil society for 30 days.Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko took to Twitter saying that martial law would be introduced only in regions bordering Russia, or adjacent to regions where Russian troops are posted. That includes regions bordering the Azov and Black Seas and a portion of the border with Moldova's Transnistria region, where Russian troops are stationed.""This is where the blow can be struck," Poroshenko added.On Sunday [November 26], Ukraine said that two of its sailors were injured when a Russian ship started firing on the Ukrainian vessels that were later captured by the Russian forces.Following this incident, Russia accused Ukraine of "provocative actions", ignoring ..
Disgruntled Madhesh based parties soon to decide over the support to incumbent Government
The longtime agitating Madhesh based party of Nepal, the Rastriya Janata Party- Nepal (RJP-N) will soon decide whether it will continue to support the incumbent Government led by Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, said party's coordinator.Rajendra Mahato, newly elected coordinator of the party on a visit to his constituency in Janakpur made these remarks while replying to a query of reporters about RJP-N's support to the incumbent government.Mahato said "We had supported the government but there has been no positive development from the government's side in the direction of addressing our demands. No discussion has been made on the constitutional amendment, about the release of Resham Chaudhary and other prisoners, withdrawal of the cases lodged against the arrested protestors as well as the issues having a direct impact on the daily life of the people, such as peace, security, and good governance. In this critical phase the Rastriya Janata Party- Nepal (RJP-N) will be holding a ...
US bombers no longer flying over Korean peninsula: US general
US bombers are no longer conducting flights over South Korea after Seoul asked for such missions to be paused, a US general said Monday. General Charles Brown, who heads the US Pacific Air Forces, told Pentagon reporters that the break was to help create space for ongoing diplomatic efforts to address North Korea's nuclear activities. "As we're going through the diplomatic aspect, we don't want to actually do something that's going to derail the diplomatic negotiations," Brown said. "So that's part of the reason why we're not doing (flights) over Korea." As part of its so-called "Continuous Bomber Presence Mission," the US Air Force has kept B-1Bs, B-52s and B-2s on the US territory of Guam since 2004. It routinely conducts flights over the region, often with partners including Japan, South Korea and Australia, as a way of training and exerting a strong military presence against North Korea and other potential adversaries. Brown said despite not flying over the Korean peninsula, the ..
Canada blindsided by GM closure, workers walk out in protest
TORONTO/MONTREAL (Reuters) - Hundreds of workers walked off the job and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed "deep disappointment" after General Motors Co on Monday announced the closure of its Oshawa plant, catching governments and employees by surprise.
US not happy about fresh Russia-Ukraine conflict: Trump
The United States is not happy about Russia's use of force against Ukrainian ships, President Donald Trump said on Monday amidst the Ukrainian allegations that Russia seized its three navy ships in the Black Sea close to Crimea a day before. "We're not happy about it at all. Not at all. We've let our position be known, and we're not happy about it," Trump told reporters at the White House Monday afternoon when asked about the incident a day earlier. "We do not like what's happening either way. We don't like what's happening. And hopefully, it will get straightened out," he said in response to another question. "I know Europe is not -- they are not thrilled. They're working on it too. We're all working on it together," he said. Trump remarks came as the US Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, slammed Russia of taking "outlaw action" against Ukrainian ships. "The United States will maintain its Crimea-related sanctions against Russia. Indeed, further Russian escalation of this kind will
China has to treat the US fairly, says Trump
Ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Argentina later this week, Donald Trump Monday said that for any trade deal China has to treat his country "fairly". "Here's what the bottom line is: China has to treat us fairly. They haven't been. They have to treat us fairly," Trump told reporters at the White House. He was responding to a question about his meeting with President Xi in Buenos Aires later this week on the sidelines of the annual summit of G-20 leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump said there is a possibility of having a trade deal with China. "I mean, it could happen. We have a good relationship," he said when asked about the likelihood of a trade deal with China. Over the past six months, Trump has imposed import tariffs on Chinese products worth USD250 billion and another round of an equal amount is ready to be imposed if there is no trade deal. Trump argues that China has been unfair in its trade practices.
Mexico deports 98 migrants involved in attempt to rush US border
Mexico deported 98 migrants who were involved in a clash with police in Tijuana when they tried to illegally cross the border into the United States, the National Migration Institute (INM) said Monday.
Trump suggests US govt launch its own worldwide TV network
US President Donald Trump on Monday floated the idea that the federal government launch its own television network, as he criticised CNN's news coverage.
UN urges Russia, Ukraine to step away from further confrontation at sea
UN political affairs chief Rosemary DiCarlo on Monday urged both Russia and Ukraine to step away from further confrontation at sea.
UK's May to lawmakers: Brexit deal to be voted on Dec 11
British Prime Minister Theresa May announced on Monday that Parliament will vote on the Brexit accord on Dec 11.
Israel pays tribute to victims of 26/11 Mumbai attacks
The Embassy of Israel in India on Monday conveyed in its heartfelt condolences to the victims of the deadly terror attack that took place in Mumbai ten years ago, on November 26, 2008.The Embassy of Israel in India took to its official Twitter account remarking, "Our heartfelt tributes to all those who lost their lives ten years ago in the ghastly 26/11 #MumbaiTerrorAttack #MumbaiTerrorAttack @MEAIndia @narendramodi @rashtrapatibhvn"Expressing solidarity on the same issue, ambassador and Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel, Yuval Rotem also tweeted, "10 years ago #OnThisDay, extremist Islamic terrorism struck the city and people of #Mumbai and its Jewish community.Israel stands in solidarity with #India against terrorism and in memory of its victims. May their memory be a blessing."Mumbai on Monday saw the unveiling of Nariman Lighthouse memorial on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of 26/11 terror attacks.Maya Kadosh, the stand in Ambassador of Israel was
Longtime Trump personal aide to leave White House
Jordan Karem, one of U.S. President Donald Trump's closest aides, plans to leave the White House, multiple U.S. media outlets reported on Monday.
Ukraine parliament approves martial law after confrontation at sea with Russia
- Ukraine's parliament approved the introduction of martial law in border regions on Monday, as Russian state TV aired images of Ukrainian sailors captured after Moscow seized three of Kiev's ships in a confrontation at sea. After intense debate, 276 lawmakers voted in favour of President Petro Poroshenko's request for martial law in border areas for 30 days. The decision came after Russian forces boarded and captured Kiev's ships on Sunday, with Moscow accusing the vessels of illegally entering Russian waters off the coast of Crimea in the Sea of Azov. Ukraine and its Western allies say Russia illegally blocked the strait and acted against international law by grabbing the vessels and sailors. The martial law gives Ukrainian authorities the power to mobilise citizens with military experience, regulate the media and restrict public rallies. Amid fears of a Russian ground offensive, Poroshenko had wanted the law to cover the entire country but it was limited to border regions after ...
Israel demands Pakistan ensure 26/11 perpetrators brought to Justice
Israel has called upon Pakistan to "ensure full justice" to the 26/11 terror attack victims on the 10th anniversary of the carnage that had left 166 people, including six Israelis, dead in Mumbai. At a memorial event organised on Monday evening by the Indian mission here to mark the anniversary, Michael Ronen, Director, South & South East Asia Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel emphasised that it was important for the international community, especially Pakistan, to ensure that the perpetrators and facilitators of the ghastly attacks do not go scott free. "It is important to provide full justice to the victims and their families," Ronen said, urging "all governments, including the Government of Pakistan, to ensure that perpetrators and facilitators of the attack are brought to justice." The Israeli diplomat also underlined that the objective of the attack was to cripple the Indian society, economy and culture, as well as the growing bilateral relationship ...
Illegal detention of Imtiaz Butt, widely condemned by the United Kashmir People's National Party
The tactics of harassment and intimidation of nationalist political leaders in Pakistani Occupied Kashmir continues. Illegal detention of Mr. Imtiaz Butt, newly elected Chairman of the publicity board of United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) at the hands of secret service of Pakistan and local police in Kotli- POK is its fresh example. We condemn such policies to pressurize our leaders in the region.Jamil Maqsood, Central Secretary Foreign Affairs of United Kashmir People's National Party & Party Representative at United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva gravely expressed on arrest of Imtiaz Butt. Issuing a statement from Brussels, Jamil Maqsood, warned Pakistani intelligence services & their local collaborators not to use such tactics against their party fellows. We are the vanguards of peaceful endeavor in the region. And we vow to continue our struggle peacefully to reunite erstwhile state of Jammu Kashmir including Gilgit- Baltistan. The son of the soil ...
British parliament vote on Brexit deal to be held on Dec 11
British parliament vote on Brexit deal will be held on Dec 11, British Prime Minister Theresa May confirmed on Monday.
Ukraine parliament votes for martial law for 30 days
Ukraine's parliament approved the introduction of martial law on Monday in the border regions of the country for 30 days, after Moscow seized three of Kiev's ships in a confrontation at sea. After intense debate, 276 lawmakers voted in favour of President Petro Poroshenko's request for the martial law. A minimum of 226 votes was required.
Campaigning for Assembly polls gathers steam in Rajasthan
Campaigning for the December 7 Rajasthan Assembly polls intensified Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and BSP chief Mayawati addressing a total of 17 public meetings in the state. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders attacked the Congress with Modi leading from the front, slamming the opposition party over its stand on terrorism, Naxalism and tribal development among others, while Gandhi said farm loans would be waived if the Congress formed the government in the state and asked his party workers not to use any bad word against the prime minister and Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje. While the prime minister was in Bhilwara, Dungarpur and Kota, Gandhi visited the Ajmer dargah and Pushkar, before addressing rallies at Pokhran (in Jaisalmer district), Jalore and Jodhpur. Adityanath addressed five rallies in Nagaur, Sikar, Churu, Bikaner and Jaisalmer ...
Qatar Airways to expand Iran flights despite sanctions
Qatar Airways announced Monday it is expanding operations in Iran, despite US sanctions on the Islamic republic and a Gulf diplomatic rift over accusations Doha was too close to Tehran. The carrier will begin twice-weekly flights to Isfahan in February 2019 and increase existing services to Shiraz and Tehran in January 2019, it said in a statement. "These latest launches are further evidence of Qatar Airways' commitment to Iran," said Akbar al-Baker, the airline's group chief executive. Last month, Baker said services to Iran would continue despite a tightening economic and political squeeze on the Islamic republic by Washington. The US said it would impose sanctions on any American or foreign company that continues to do business with Iran, prompting some major airlines, including Air France, KLM and British Airways, to stop flights to Iran. A first tranche of US punitive measures were introduced in August after Washington withdrew earlier this year from the 2015 international deal ..