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Arsenal are serious title contender, says Chelsea manager

London (United Kingdom), Sep 16 (ANI): One of the prominent Football club Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes that Arsenal are their serious rivals for the Premier League title despite Arsene Wenger's side's stuttering start to the season. Chelsea manager said it's always a massive game, it's the same when you play against clubs like Liverpool, United, Tottenham. Arsenal is a big rival and he doesn't understand why they can't fight for the title. After losing two of their first four matches, Arsenal lie 11th in the table and are three points behind third placed Chelsea before Sunday's match at Stamford Bridge.

India at UN: OIC has no locus standi on India's internal affairs

Geneva (Switzerland), Sep 16 (ANI): First Secretary at Permanent Mission of India to UN Sumit Seth on Saturday commented on Pakistan's statement on Islamic Cooperation. Taking the floor to exercise India's right of reply in response to the statement made by Pakistan on behalf of the Organisation of the Islamic Cooperation, Seth strongly advised the OIC to refrain from making such references in future. He further said that India notes with utmost regret that the OIC in its statement contains factually incorrect and misleading references to the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, which is an integral and inseparable part of India. "India outrightly rejects all such references," Seth added.

Chicago Mayor hails federal judge's decision against Trump in fight over 'sanctuary cities'

Chicago (United States), Sep 16 (ANI): Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel applauded the federal judge's decision on barring the U.S. Justice Department from denying public-safety grants to so-called sanctuary cities at a City Hall. Emanuel said, "It's an assertion of their most fundamental American values and it's an unambiguous, clear rejection of the false choice that the Trump Justice Department wanted Chicago to make between their values, our principles and our priorities." A federal judge on Friday barred the U.S. Justice Department from denying public-safety grants to so-called sanctuary cities that limit cooperation with the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal

US 'stands in solidarity' with UK, France after terror attacks

Washington D.C. (United States), Sep 16 (ANI): National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster said that the United States will work "tirelessly" with its allies to prevent terror attacks and added that the U.S. remains committed to defeating terrorist organisations. The United States President Donald Trump on Friday told British Prime Minster Theresa May that the United States would continue to help the United Kingdom thwart attacks, the White House said in a statement after a blast on a London commuter train earlier in the day.

Free pizza for London's police, firefighters, rescuers

London (U.K.), Sep 16 (ANI): A West London pizzeria owner, Teo Catino, responded to Friday's explosion at Parsons Green underground station by serving up free pizza to emergency services personnel near the scene. Catino handed out pizza to police officers and other responders, thanking them for their hard work. Police surrounded the scene at Parsons Green where an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blasted on a Tube train and injured 22 people. Pictures taken at the scene showed a slightly-charred white bucket with a supermarket freezer bag on the floor of one train carriage.

Trump confident U.S. options on North Korea 'effective and overwhelming'

Maryland (United States), Sep 16 (ANI): President Donald Trump said that he is more confident than ever that the United States' options in dealing with the North Korean threat are "effective and overwhelming." His comments come after Pyongyang fired a missile over Japan for the second time within a month in defiance of international pressure over its missile and nuclear programmes.

Blast in London underground train, commuters injured

London, Sep 15 (ANI): A blast on a underground train left some passengers with facial burns at the Parsons Green underground station in west London. The station is closed now and counter-terror and security authorities are monitoring the situation. Officers and ambulance staff on the spot were seen evacuating the passengers. Police said they were aware of reports and would release facts regarding the incident once they could be sure of their accuracy. Transport for London, on Twitter, posted that there was no service between Earls Court and Wimbledon on the District Line which runs through Parsons Green.

At least 60 killed, over 100 injured in ISIS-claimed suicide attacks

Iraq, Sep 15 (ANI): At least 60 people were killed and 100 were injured in three suicide attacks claimed by the ISIS in southern Iraq on Thursday. The wounded people were rushed to the hospital for treatment. The incident took place at a police checkpoint and two restaurants near the city of Nasser-ria, when attackers in security force uniforms and driving stolen army vehicles opened fire and detonated car bombs and suicide vests. The dreadful attacks took place in the mostly Shi'ite south, where the bulk of the country's oil is produced and security forces hold a tighter grip.

'We have had bigger storms than Harvey, Irma': U.S. President on climate change

New Delhi, Sep 15 (ANI): The United States President Donald Trump on Friday said that the nation has seen bigger storms than hurricane Harvey and Irma, hinting that his stance on climate change has not changed. Trump gave the statement to reporters on Air Force One while returning from Florida after surveying the damage from Hurricane Irma. The President said that "We did have two horrific storms, epic storms, but if you go back into the 30's and 40's and you go back into the teens, you'll see storms that were very similar and even bigger."

'Friendly' dog genes found

New Delhi, Sep 15 (ANI): The United States researchers have identified a genetic difference between dogs and wolves that could explain why dogs are so friendly. Behavioral studies run by animal behaviorist showed that pet domestic dogs are more sociable and less afraid of strangers than wolves, even when those wolves were raised by humans. The researchers say the results of the study could help explain how wild wolves domesticated by prehistoric humans turned into the face-licking, tail-wagging dogs of today.

UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on North Korea's missile test

New Delhi, Sep 15 (ANI): After North Korea's latest missile launch over Japan, the United Nations Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Friday. The United States and Japan requested the meeting to be a closed-door consultation. North Korea's latest launch comes after the Security Council imposed its stiffest sanctions on North Korea over its ballistic missile and atomic weapons program. Before falling into the Pacific, the Kim Jong Un's missile flew over northern Japan. The launch also came days before world leaders gathered at the United Nations starting Monday, for their annual ministerial meeting.

Footballer Marcelo says coach Zidane did marvelous work by uniting great players

Madrid (Spain), Sep 15 (ANI): Happy with the contract extension, the Brazilian left back Marcelo on Thursday said that he was very pleased that his contract with Real Madrid has been extended to 2022.Speaking about the Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane, the Brazilian footballer said that he doesn't have to speak to Zidane in order to understand each other; it just takes an exchange of glances.Praising the Real Madrid Coach's work, Marcelo added, uniting a team with great players in such a short time is very difficult and Zidane has done it.By signing the contract, the Brazilian footballer is the second longest serving player after captain Sergio Ramos and also the longest serving foreign player in the club's history. Marcelo joined the Spanish giants at the age of 18 in January 2007.

Any DACA plan comes with 'massive border security': Donald Trump

Washington D.C. (United States), Sep 15 (ANI): The United States President Donald Trump said that any agreement on protections for illegal immigrants brought to the United States as children must be tied to border security and disputed Democratic congressional leaders who said they had reached a deal on the issue. Trump said that they were working on a plan, subject to getting massive border control. "You have 8,00,000 young people brought here though no fault of their own. But we're going to get massive border security as part of that. And I think something can happen, something will happen,' said Trump.

Casio showcases its series of shock-resistant watches

Tokyo/New Delhi, Sept 14 (ANI): CASIO has achieved a total worldwide shipment of CASIO G-SHOCK, shock-resistant watches, exceeding 100 million units. The development of the G-SHOCK watch began from the idea of a rugged watch that would not break when dropped. Since then, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve with improved functions and performance and has continued to evolve from the beginning of development, gaining popularity all over the world. With the fusion of sports and youth culture, G-SHOCK has been supported by wide range of generations. At summer workshops held at schools, developers and participants discussed new ideas for the development of G-SHOCK. The penetration rate of automobiles has been increasing every year in India, and an explosive market expansion is expected in the future. In India, Orix, the major Japanese leasing company, has entered into the car leasing business. The car leasing business is expected to grow largely from the increase in above medium wage earners.

Election fever grips Nepal

Gaur (Nepal), Sep 14 (ANI): Election fever has gripped Nepal's Rautahat district with the filling of nominations for the third phase of local level elections in Province 2. Vehicles, walls in public sphere, polls and the main chowk of the city are stalled with flag of different political parties. Parties have been filing nominations at their nearby election commission offices to contest the elections. Various bazaars of the district are packed with the cadres of various political parties holding the party flag and electoral symbol.Province 2 has eight districts with one metropolitan city, three sub metropolitan cities, 73 municipalities and 59 rural municipalities.

Paris will host 2024 Olympics

Paris (France), Sep 14 (ANI): The session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) meeting in Lima, Peru on Wednesday elected Paris as host city of the games of the XXXIII Olympiad 2024. After the wait of almost 100 years, Paris has clinched the hosting of 2024 Olympics. The last time it hosted the games was in 1924. The French capital beat runner up Los Angeles, who's agreed to host the next games in 2028 instead. Paris promises to deliver on its charm the games will show romantic backdrops of the Eiffel Tower and swimming in the Seine. While celebrating the decision, Paris and Los Angeles both expressed their excitement in bringing home the Olympic Games.

Five die at Florida nursing home after Irma knocks out power

Florida (United States), Sep 14 (ANI): At least five people died at a Florida nursing home after Hurricane Irma knocked out power at the facility. About 100 patients were evacuated from the Hollywood Hills Nursing Home on Wednesday. Officials are working to relocate the patients. The nursing home had been without power for several days. Hurricane Irma flooded cities, leaving almost 6.5 million homes and businesses without power in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Alabama. Hurricane Irma gained strength with a double barrel threat of destructive winds and life-threatening storm surges.

Trump says wealthy might have to accept higher taxes under his tax plan

Washington D.C. (United States), Sep 14 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump said that under his tax reform plan, wealthy Americans would not gain and might have to pay higher taxes. During the meeting with a bipartisan group of lawmakers at the White House, he emphasised that his main goal is to cut taxes for the middle class and cut corporate taxes to enhance job growth.

France labour unrest: Clashes erupt over labour reform

France, Sep 13 (ANI): Clashes yet again broke out in France over the issue of labour reform that has dogged the French economy for decades. Opposition leader of "France Unbowed" Party Jean-Luc Melenchon said, "Macron knows it's a battle, he wanted one. And now, it's our turn to pick up the gauntlet ..." The supporters of labour reform think the reform is imperative in order to stir investment and free up a rigid jobs market. The supporters do not seem to be afraid of the unrest that had 400,000 people on the streets last year. Opponents have planned to gather in thousands to support the strike and demos. However, there are some who oppose the reform including France's second-biggest union and two others. Though six out of ten people are against Macron's labour decrees, a poll revealed many see it as a time to change. Meanwhile, President Emmanuel Macron is in Guadeloupe to visit French territories hit by Hurricane Irma.

Boris Johnson vows UK support for overseas territories hit by Hurricane Irma

Bridgetown (Barbados), Sep 13 (ANI): British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson pledged long-term support to the British territories in the Caribbean hit by Hurricane Irma. Johnson said British assistance was already making a big difference to the lives of those affected by Irma, and would not be just for the short-term. Prime Minister Theresa May is expected to announce additional funds for hurricane relief.