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Israeli residents are thrilled with PM Modi's visit: Indian ambassador Pavan Kapoor

Jerusalem (Israel), July 05 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to Israel, Pavan Kapoor, on Wednesday said that the residents of Middle East nation are thrilled with Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to the country. Calling PM Modi's three-day visit as 'remarkable,' Kapoor said it a privilege to meet the former on the foreign soil.

India-Israel have common problem of 'radical Islam': Prof. Efraim Inbar

Jerusalem (Israel), July 05 (ANI): Professor Efraim Inbar of Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies on Wednesday emphasised on Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit, saying his visit to Israel is very significant. Professor Efraim said that India is a rising power and both the countries have a common problem of radical Islam. He added that they respect the 'Make in India' policy of PM Modi. Efraim further praised the good chemistry between both the Prime Ministers.

'India-Israel match made in heaven,' says PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Jerusalem (Israel), July 05 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint statement along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Israel on Wednesday. Addressing the mediapersons, Israeli PM described the burgeoning cooperation between the two countries as a 'match made in heaven'. He further said that this is a marriage made in heaven, but they are implementing it here on earth.

'I for I stands India for Israel and India with Israel': PM Modi in Jerusalem

Jerusalem (Israel), July 05 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a three-day visit to Isreal, on Wednesday said that 'I for I' India for Israel and India with Israel. PM Modi further said that the Indian Diaspora feels that the country Isreal means 'Israel is a real friend of India'. The Prime Minister added that "B2B phrases are being used when we talk of trade and commerce but when I see in reality today, I say stands 'I is for I' India for Israel and 'I' with 'I' is India with Israel. PM Modi also thanked Israel for the overwhelming welcome extended to him upon his arrival.

My last visit to India was 'memorable': Israeli President Reuven Rivlin

Jerusalem (Israel), July 05 (ANI): Israeli President Reuven Rivlin on Wednesday said that his last visit to India was a 'memorable' one and he could never forget it. Branding India as a 'real' and 'strong' nation, the President said that Israel is working towards fulfilling Prime Minister Modi's vision of 'Make in India.' He added that the Middle East nation will also work by the vision of 'Make with India.' PM Modi is on a three-day tour to the Middle East nation.

PM Modi meets Israeli President Reuven Rivlin

Jerusalem (Israel), July 05 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President of Israel, Reuven Rivlin, in the capital city Jerusalem, on Wednesday. The two leaders shook hands and hugged each other after Prime Minister Modi arrived to meet the Israeli President. The Prime Minister also signed the visitor's book. During the meeting, the duo shared some light moments with each other. PM Modi is on a three-day tour to the Middle East nation. Earlier, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, gifted PM Modi, a painting during a private dinner at his residence.

PM Modi's visit to Israel will be historic for both countries: Jerusalem residents

Jerusalem (Israel), July 04 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi three-day visit to Israel, Jerusalem residents said that it will be a historic visit to Israel. Prime Minster Narendra Modi will hold a massive rally for the Indians in Israel, which is home to around 80,000-85,000 non-resident persons of Indian origin. The in Israel said that this visit will be beneficial for both the countries.

Vote counting of 2nd phase of local polls goes on at snail's pace in Nepal

Kathmandu (Nepal) July 3 (ANI): Vote counting for the second phase of Nepal local election is becoming a victim of the "Stop and Go" style because many of logistic and technical problems. The Election Commission has not been able to start the vote counting in six local levels because of various problems. According to the information received by Joint Election Operation Center, counting of votes are underway in 91 local levels. The Election Commission has informed that the results of 242 local levels out of 334 had been declared by on Monday afternoon. The opposition CPN-UML (Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist) has won over 44 local levels. The Nepali Congress, on other hand, have managed to win 29 local levels.

Watch: Hafiz Saeed's JuD's wing 'Falah-e-Insaniyat' organises donation camp in the name of Kashmir

Rawalakot (PoK), June 03 (ANI): A video has surfaced from Rawalkot in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir where in Falah-e-Insaniyat (FIF), a wing of Hafiz Saeed's Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) can be seen organising a donation camp in the name of Kashmir.

Bhutanese people say China's border action could lead to war

Thimpu (Bhutan), July 02 (ANI): As the tension between China and Bhutan is on the rise, the Chinese Army has started constructing a motorable road from Dokola in the Doklam area towards the Bhutan Army camp at Zompelri. Expressing their views on the matter, Chundu singye, a local of Thimpu said that China's activity at border lines is very risky and they are encouraging a war. While, Tsheltrim Dorji, a Bhutanese student believes that China, India, Bhutan should come together and take out a solution. Many of the people cherished India and Bhutan's relation, however they also expressed the concern over China's activity. They stated that Bhutan is a small country and what China is doing it is not appropriate.

'Don't send terrorists here, will throw them out': JKNAP leader to Pakistan PM

Hajira (PoK), July 02 (ANI): Jammu Kashmir Awami National Party (JKNAP) leader Liaqat Hayat Khan on Sunday attacked Pakistan Army and its Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, saying they will now throw out terrorists sent by Islamabad to the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Khan warned the military leadership of Pakistan to stop sending militants to their soil as people of all religions co-exists in this land of peace. JKNAP leader Khan shared critical situation of the region and added that Pakistani army threatens their people to give shelter to the militants. Residents of Hajira in PoK are demanding freedom from Pakistan and have accused the civilian leadership of nurturing terrorism in their territory by giving safe havens to them.

Hizbul chief Syed Salahuddin 'denounces' U.S. global terrorist designation

Islamabad (Pakistan), July 02 (ANI): Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin on Saturday denounced his designation as a global terrorist by the United States and said that he will continue his armed fight for Kashmir. The Hizbul chief condemned the decision taken by the U.S. President Donald Trump and called it 'idiotic', saying it was a gift to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his visit to the country. Earlier, number of activists belonged to Jamaat-ud-Dawah and supporters of Hizbul Mujahideen chief protested against the U.S decision by burning American and Indian flags. The reactions came after the United States declared Salahuddin, a 'global terrorist', hours ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's maiden meeting with President Trump in Washington.

Shia Muslims protest against Parachinar blasts which claimed over 70 lives

Gilgit, July 02 (ANI): Several members of the Shia Muslim community on Friday, gathered on the streets of Gilgit to protest against the recent twin blasts that took place in Parachinar.The livid protestors stated that members of their community are being targeted upon in the region which has a Shia majority. Over 70 people lost their lives when two blasts wrecked havoc in Parachinar area of Kurram Agency on June 23. The first blast took place at Turi Market while the second explosion occurred when rescuers and bystanders rushed to help the survivors of the first blast. Kurram is the only Shia Muslim region in a predominantly Sunni country. Earlier, a blast outside an imambargah located in a busy Parachinar market claimed lives of 24 people and left 90 others injured in March this year. In yet similar incident, four civilians were killed by Frontier Corps personnel in Parachinar itself. Later, Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa assured that an inquiry

Azam Khan should be booked for 'blasphemy' for insulting Indian soldiers: Amar Singh

Singapore, June 29 (ANI): Former Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Amar Singh on Thursday said that party leader Azam Khan should be booked in 'blasphemy' case for insulting the Indian soldiers. Branding Khan's statements as 'unfortunate' and 'rubbish,' Amar Singh said that the former should go and die. Yesterday, Khan delivered statements that appeared to make allegations of rape against soldiers. The comments have triggered controversies.

Family of abducted Baloch doctor stage protest, demand his safe release

Karachi (Pakistan), June 29 (ANI): Family members of an abducted doctor staged a protest outside the Karachi Press Club, demanding the safe release of Dr. Deen Mohammad Baloch in Pakistan's Karachi. On the night of 28 June 2009, Pakistani security forces abducted Dr. Deen Mohammad Baloch from Balochistan where his family has been striving from the past eight years. Hundreds of Baloch families are waiting for their abducted loved ones, who have been disappeared. The protesters raised, 'Dr. Deen Mohammad Baloch ko Azaad karo, Azad karo', 'We want Justice'. The protesters also protested against the other Human right violations in the region.

Madhesh leaders' holds protest against second phase elections

Birgunj (Nepal) June 28 (ANI): The Rashtriya Janata Party of Nepal in the Madhesh region held a protest against the ongoing second phase elections in three other provinces of Nepal.The agitating parties held torch rally across the Madhes region and even burnt tyres on roads to mark their protest. School, colleges, factories and other offices were closed indefinitely.

Second phase of Nepal elections sees huge turnout despite showers

Kathmandu (Nepal) June 28 (ANI): Voters gathered in large numbers in the restive south of Nepal for the second phase of local polls in three provinces of the country. The Election commission recorded a turnout of 33 percent in only the first four hours polling Over 6.4 million eligible voters in province no. 1, 5 and 7 are casting their votes to choose the candidate of their choice. Up to 8,364 polling stations have been set up in the three provinces which are set to vote today. The Ministry of Home Affairs have deployed 1,60,000 security personnel to ensure security. Nepal on May 14 held the first phase of local polls. The third phase of the polls will be held on September 18 in Province no. 2, the Terai Region which is the home of the agitating Madheshi Parties. The Madhesh Leaders have been demanding an amendment of the constitution to ensure their participation in the elections.

Dutch PM Mark Rutte lauds India's commitment to renewable energy, Paris Climate Agreement

Hague (Netherlands), June 27 (ANI): While delivering a joint statement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte praised India for its commitment to renewable energy and the Paris Climate Agreement. Prime Minister Rutte said the bond between India and The Netherlands goes back to 1947 and these relations have become stronger over the years. He added that PM Modi has announced major sustainability initiatives like 'Clean India' and 'Make in India' and asserted that The Netherlands is a key partner of India in achieving its goal.

Watch: India, Netherland ink 3 MoUs in fields of cultural, water cooperation and social security

Hague (Netherlands), June 27 (ANI): India and the Netherland exchanged a series of three Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) on Tuesday to improve the bilateral relations between both nations.The three MoUs were inked in fields of cultural cooperation, water cooperation and agreement on amending social security arrangements. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte were present while the agreements were being signed. This is the last leg of PM Modi's three-nation tour to Portugal, the United States and the Netherlands.

PM Modi holds talks with Dutch PM Mark Rutte

Hague (Netherlands), June 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Netherland's capital Amsterdam, concluding his visit to the United States. During his visit, PM Modi holds talks with his counterpart Mark Rutte and discussed global issues like counter- terrorism and climate change. Prime Minister Modi will also be meeting CEOs of major Dutch companies. He will also be meeting Indian Diaspora in The Netherlands. He was received at the Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam by Dutch Foreign Minister Bert Koenders.