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Trump halts decision on elephant trophy imports after uproar

New Delhi, Nov 20 (ANI): The United States President Donald Trump has delayed a decision to lift a ban on importing elephant hunting trophies after facing outrage from conservation groups. Trump said in a tweet -- "Put big game trophy decision on hold until such time as I review all conservation facts. Under study for years. Will update soon with Secretary Zinke. Thank you!" The animal is still listed as an endangered species and has been targeted by poachers for ivory and tusks. Both of Trump's sons are avid hunters and have been photographed with their hunting trophies.

Billboards in London highlight human rights abuses in Balochistan

London (U.K.), Nov 20 (ANI): The World Baloch Organisation (WBO) has launched an advertising campaign on London billboards to highlight Pakistan's human rights abuses in Balochistan. Despite attempts by the Pakistan government and Transport for London to censor the advertising campaign, the billboard advertising campaign is going ahead on roadsides all over London. The WBO has added new messages to its #FreeBalochistan billboard campaign in London, that read, "Raise your voice against Human rights abuses in Balochistan". The campaign is on going wide across London and aims to catch the attention of people, highlighting Pakistan's war crimes and human rights abuses in occupied Balochistan. The WBO has repeatedly urged the International community to hold Pakistan accountable for its crimes against humanity in Balochistan, including enforced disappearances, extra-judicial killings and torture.

Former Nepal PM Dahal's son dies due to heart failure

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 19 (ANI): Prakash Dahal, Son of Former Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, passed away in Kathmandu on Sunday following a cardiac arrest. 36 years old Prakash, the only son of Dahal, was admitted to Thapathali-based Norvic Hospital at morning after suffering a massive heart attack. He was declared dead by the doctors. Meanwhile, leaders of various political parties have expressed sorrow over the demise and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul.

Gay pride march take over streets of Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires (Argentina), Nov 19 (ANI): Thousands of people marched the streets of Argentina's capital Buenos Aires in the support of gay community on Saturday. The supporters marched to mark the celebrations of 26th pride parade. The celebrations included parade floats, music and dancing. Several booths were also set up to raise awareness regarding the issues like access to housing and healthcare for the transgender community, gender-based violence, access to safe abortion and marijuana legalisation. Argentina was the first Latin country to allow same-sex civil unions in 2002 and legalise same-sex marriages in 2010.

Campaign Begins In Nepal to Bring Back Monarchy

Birgunj (Nepal), Nov 19 (ANI): Rajawadi leaders held a huge protest rally in Birgunj city to bring back monarchy system in Nepal. They demanded that King Gyanendra should come back and restore democracy in the country. Nepal's former king Gyanendra Shah recently announced that he is ready to take over. His announcement brought supporters into bigger cities and slogans of "Raja lao Desh Bachao" reverberated around Kathmandu, Janakpur and Birgunj. Various slogans were raised during protest rallies that took under the chairmanship of the former king.

NASA launches powerful weather satellite to forecast droughts, forest fires

Vandenberg Air Force Base (United States), Nov 19 (ANI): National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on Saturday launched a weather satellite designed to help forecast droughts and forest fires. The high-tech satellite has been designed with an aim to improve the accuracy of weather forecasts in the United States. The Joint Polar Satellite System-1 lifted off on a United Launch Alliance Delta 2 rocket from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. A collaboration between NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Satellite will be the first of four satellites to orbit around the Earth's poles. The data will be downloaded to stations in the Antarctic and Arctic.

Emotions fill Harare streets as Zimbabweans celebrate Prez Mugabe's downfall

Harare (Zimbabwe), Nov 19 (ANI): Scores of Zimbabweans flocked the streets of Harare to celebrate the fall of President Robert Mugabe, who led Zimbabwe since independence from Britain in 1980. Singing, dancing and hugging soldiers in an outpouring of elation, people praised the efforts of the army and sought freedom. People of different age group and from all walks of life ran alongside the armoured cars and troops. The streets of Harare were flooded with emotions as Zimbabweans spoke of a second liberation for the former British colony.

2018 NYC Taxi Drivers Calendar: Taxi drivers pose for a good cause

New York (United States), Nov 18 (ANI): The New York City Taxi Drivers Calendar features some of the New York City taxi drivers posing in and around their yellow cabs. The 2018 NYC Taxi Drivers calendar gives a glimpse into real-life city drivers, posing next to their taxis. One of the drivers licks a large, rainbow lollipop as he poses for a picture. Another was covered in daisies in the car's luggage area. The idea of this calendar was introduced by a couple-Philip and Shannon Kirkman. Philip Kirkman said the idea was to highlight the taxi drivers in a funny way. The calendar benefits a nonprofit organization called University Settlement. The couple started to market these calendars a few years ago. The sales of the $15 USD per item have since raised more than $60,000 for the charity.

Protestors clash with police during march marking 1973 students uprising

Athens (Greece), Nov 18 (ANI): The Greek Police clashed with hundreds of protestors, who marched to mark the 1973 student uprising, in Athens. The bloody 1973 student uprising helped topple the military junta which then ruled the country. Dozens of protestors hurled stones and petrol bombs at the police in central Athens, often the setting for such clashes. The hooded youth set off fireworks and flares against police officers who responded with teargas and stun grenades. The annual march is held to convey displeasure with various government policies, and often turns violent.

Russia vetoes U.N. resolution on Syria chemical weapons attacks

United Nations, Nov 18 (ANI): Russia on Friday, vetoed a Japanese-drafted U.N. Security Council resolution to extend an international inquiry into who is to blame for chemical weapons attacks in Syria. The Japanese-drafted resolution would have extended by one month a joint inquiry by the U.N. and the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, into the blame for those attacks. With 12 votes in favor, the resolution would have passed, but permanent member Russia used its veto power and voted no. The inquiry, known as the Joint Investigative Mechanism, found the Syrian government used the banned nerve agent 'sarin' in an April attack and chlorine in other attacks. It also blamed Islamic State for using mustard gas. Without the extension, the inquiry into the attacks ends on Friday.

Massive Anti Pakistan protests in Gilgit over illegal taxation

Gilgit-Baltistan (PoK), Nov 18 (ANI): A massive shutdown called by the traders, shopkeepers and other stakeholders in Gilgit-Baltistan's Skardu entered sixth day on Saturday. The business community in Gilgit-Baltistan is protesting against the immoral and unlawful taxes imposed by Pakistan. Businessmen in Gilgit Baltistan's Skardu say that they will carry on with the protests with same force and zeal until Pakistan withdraws notification of taxes. People of Gilgit-Baltistan have now become increasingly intolerant to Pakistan-led violence, which have intensified in the recent times. Gilgit-Baltistan is a part of the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and Kashmir and now is under forceful occupation of Pakistan.

Kenyan police fire tear gas to disperse opposition supporters

Nairobi (Kenya), Nov 18 (ANI): The Kenyan Police fired tear gas shells to disperse hundreds of opposition supporters gathered outside Nairobi's main airport. Despite the police's partial ban on protests in the capital, the demonstrators gathered near the airport to wait for the return of their leader, Raila Odinga, from an overseas trip. Police were checking vehicles headed from the city center to the airport in another attempt to stop the demonstration from building. Odinga has called for a 'National Resistance Movement' to protest outcome of the repeat election, which was ordered by the Supreme Court after it annulled the results of an August poll over procedural irregularities. On Monday, the court will rule on cases that seek to nullify last month's repeat vote. Judges could order a fresh vote or clear the way for the incumbent to be sworn in for a second term.

Serena Williams shares stunning bridal outfit of her fairy-tale wedding

New Delhi, Nov 18 (ANI): Ace tennis player Serena Williams finally broke her silence about her wedding, which took place in New Orleans on Thursday night. Taking to her Instagram account, the tennis pro shared her wedding dress with her fans. Williams didn't write a caption in her post, but it seems from her photo's tags that she opted for an Alexander McQueen gown designed by Sarah Burton. The beautiful white gown featured a voluminous ball skirt and a strapless, sweetheart neckline. The tennis star kept her hair pulled back in an updo. Flaunting a pair of diamond earrings and massive ring on her left hand, she opted for minimum accessories. Later Ohanian also shared a beautiful moment of the night on his Instagram account. The picture features himself, Serena and their daughter Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. who was born on September 1. The star-studded wedding was attended by Kim Kardashian, Kelly Rowland, Beyonce, LaLa Anthony, and Ciara among the others. Serena's Beauty and the Beast

Nepal remembers Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 18 (ANI): Nepal remembered India's first Education minister Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to celebrate the National Education Day. The program organized by Embassy of India in Kathmandu in collaboration with Indian Culture Centre was also celebrated as Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Day. Many dignitaries, senior bureaucrats from Government of Nepal and academicians marked their presence on the day. The first batch of 12 ITEC participants went to India in the year 2000. Over the years, the number of seats allocated to Nepal under ITEC program has increased from 12 in 2000 to 250 in 2016. Candidates from Government of Nepal as well as from private and public sectors have been trained under ITEC programme in reputed institutions in India in the field of computers, engineering, journalism, banking and other fields. From the days of its initiation to take offer professional courses about 1250 participants are said to be benefitted by the initiated programs

Libyans sell jewellery as economic crisis pushes many into poverty

Libya, Nov 17 (ANI): In the backstreets of Libya's capital, an economic crisis is unfolding. In Tripoli's Gold Market, many families are selling their jewelry and foreign currency savings on the black market to make ends meet. Six years of post-dictatorship chaos has taken its toll. The Libyan currency has fallen 200 percent on the parallel market since early last year. In the past two weeks the drop in the black market value of the dinar has fueled inflation that is already around 25-30 percent. Many have lost trust in banks and prefer to keep money at home. The drop in the value of the currency has also hampered medical supplies to hospitals. Even salaries that are delivered are not enough to pay the bills.

Cuteness Alert: Leaf piles make Stella the dog go wild!

Maine (United States), Nov 17 (ANI): A labrador named Stella, playfully jumps in large piles of leaves in Maine, United States. In the video, the playful dog can be seen doing her favourite fall activity as she leaps into the piles of leaves, with only her wagging tail visible.

Indo-Nepal cricket championship held in Birgunj

Birgunj (Nepal), Nov 16 (ANI): Recently, the Youth Society of Nepal organized Indo- Nepal cricket tournament at Adarsh Nagar stadium in Birgunj. Several participants of India and Nepal took part in the four-day event. As many as 140 girls from different parts of the state also took part in the contest. Two teams of Birgunj were declared winner in the tournament. Such events play important role in boosting bilateral relations between countries.

Durand an 'unacceptable line' say Afghans

Kabul/Paktika (Afghanistan), Nov 16 (ANI): A conference titled 'Unrecognized Durand Line' was organised in capital Kabul where prominent voices from across the Afghan society denounced the statement of British Ambassador to Afghanistan Nicholas Peter Kay in which he had termed Durand line as the formal border between Afghanistan and Pakistan.Conference urged Afghan government to take its concrete steps to prevent Pakistan from fencing the Durand line or installing any new checkpoints across the line.Meanwhile, a protest rally was also held in Sharana, Paktika against the Durand Line and the statements made by British Ambassador in Kabul. A large number of Paktika residents rushed to the city of Sharana holding national flags calling for the Government to stop Pakistan armies from entering FATA (Federally Administered Tribal Area) and fencing the Durand Line.

Japanese companies strengthen global ties

Taiwan/ Kyoto, Nov 16 (ANI): The environment surrounding the settlement market has changed markedly due to the advancement of technology. JCB, the only international credit card brand from Japan, has hosted the international convention in Taiwan which is held in every other year. Throughout the world, the popularity of smartphones and innovation in information and communication technologies has caused the settlement market to undergo major changes and progress towards a cashless society. At the convention site, visitors stopped at partner corporation's booths to view and experience seasonal services and the latest technology exhibited at the booths. The payment card includes both contact and non-contact biometric information of an individual, making card settlements more convenient and secure. This growth drove sales volume up to 26.6 trillion yen in 2016, with 22% growth outside Japan. The 33rd Kyoto Prize to honor distinguished individuals worldwide was hosted by the Inamori Foundat

Da Vinci's portrait of Christ sold for record $450.3 million in New York

New York, Nov 16 (ANI): Leonardo da Vinci's 500-year-old oil painting of Jesus, Salvator Mundi, was sold for a record-smashing $450 million in New York. The painting was earlier sold for just $60 in 1958. Salvator Mundi is the last privately owned Da Vinci painting. It is also one of the very few paintings made by the Renaissance that exist. Its whereabouts were unknown until it re-emerged in poor condition in a Louisiana auction house in 2005. The painting has since been restored and was on display in London last month before arriving in New York for the auction.