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GST isn't a tax reform, it's a new way of doing business: Walmart India CEO

Washington D.C. (USA), June 26 (ANI): The Chief Executive Officer of Walmart India, Krish Iyer praised the roll out of the Goods and Service Tax and believed that GST is a game changing reform. Iyer stressed said GST is not just a tax reform its a new way of doing business. He further added its implementation will remove barriers and will eventually help in bringing down prices of essential commodities.

India succeeded in explaining the 'menace of terrorism' to world: PM Modi

Virginia (USA), June 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged the countries to unite against the menace of terrorism and stated that when India raised the issue of terrorism, many nations called it a law and order problem but now they are themselves a victim of it. While addressing the members of Indian Diaspora, PM said that with time India has succeeded in explaining the 'menace of terrorism' to the world and this is the reason why no country raised an objection to the surgical strikes conducted by New Delhi. PM Modi also stated that when India did surgical strikes the world experienced our power and realised that India practices restrain but can show power when needed.

MEA has emerged as strong humanitarian force for Indians globally: PM Modi

Virginia (USA), June 26 (ANI): Stressing the importance of social media in today's time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Ministry of External Affairs in India is the perfect example of how social media has empowered a ministry and has touched new heights from the point of humanity. While praising the efforts of Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj, PM Modi said that it is because of her that MEA has now emerged as a strong humanitarian force for Indians globally, adding that 80,000 Indians in distress were rescued from different parts of the world in last three years. The prime minister further said that anyone in trouble tweets to Sushma Swaraj and she promptly replies and the Government of India takes prompt action to save the life.

Iftar Party celebrated in Birgunj

Birgunj (Nepal), June 25(ANI): The Consulate General of India in Birgunj, Nepal organized a grand Iftar party to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan after the Muslim community broke their fast. The event was held in Hotel Vishuwa. The guests broke their fast and were treated with good food, many big names from the field of politics and medicine and many other diplomats were too present in the event.

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'President Trump sees India as huge market for trade, investment', says Council on Foreign Relations official

Washington D.C. (USA), June 25 (ANI): Senior Fellow for India, Pakistan, and South Asia in Council on Foreign Relations, Alyssa Ayres said that both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump will discuss issues surrounding the trade building relations. Alyssa Ayres said that President Trump sees India as a huge market for trade and will develop the economic ties with India. Ayres also said that while there will be discussions on the H-1B visa issue but chances of it getting solved were dim. She further added that the meeting between the two leaders is important for building future relations and India becoming an important ally of the United States.

PM Modi, President Trump have strong mandate to deal with terrorism: Former Obama Advisor Joshua White

Washington D.C. (USA), June 25 (ANI): Former Advisor in Obama administration, Joshua White on Sunday said that both the leaders Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump have strong mandate to deal with terrorism. Joshua said that the leaders will discuss the important issues like trade, counter-terrorism, defence, and other important issues during the meeting. He said that Trump administration would exert more pressure on Pakistan to act against terror groups. He further added that H-1B visa issue will not be resolved as it is a complex issue. PM Modi on Sunday arrived at the Joint Base Andrews in United States.

Watch: Amid 'Modi Modi' chants, expats welcome PM Modi

Washington D.C. (USA), June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met Indian people at the Joint Base Andrews in Washington D.C. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here today. After meeting Indian- Americans, PM Modi reached at Hotel Willard Inter Continental. PM Modi will meet President Donald Trump on June 26. Both the leaders, PM Modi and President Donald Trump are expected to focus on many key issues like defence, terrorism and energy and trade and security issues.

Modi-Trump meet: Indian expats gather at Andrews Air Force Base to welcome PM Modi

Washington D.C. (USA), June 25 (ANI): After a successful visit in Portugal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be arriving in United States in the second leg of his three-nation tour. A large number of Indians gathered at Andrews Air Force Base to welcome him. Indians gathered at the Andrews Air Force Base to welcome PM Narendra Modi and chanted "Modi-Modi" and "Bharat Mata ki jai". The crowd, comprising of men, women and children, carried placards with messages like 'Welcome Modi to Washington DC, 'United We are Happy'.

PM Modi in America: Defence, counter-terrorism issues to be discussed between India, U.S.: BJP Foreign Affairs Chief

Washington D.C. (USA), June 25 (ANI): In-charge of Foreign Affairs Department of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Vijay Chauthaiwale on Sunday said that India and United States have co-operation and relations at a multi-dimensional level. Vijay Chauthaiwale said that as many as 700 people across United States will come to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Indian ambassador has invited all the Indian people residing in the U.S. for the meet. He said that the PM Modi's visit will enhance relations between two countries and deal with contentious issues like counter terrorism, H-1 B visa issue, trade, business, security and defence. He further said that Indians living abroad were having high expectations from the Indian Government.

Watch: PM Modi arrives at Joint Base Andrews in U.S.

Washington, D.C. (USA), June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday arrived at Joint Base Andrews in United States. PM Modi will meet President Donald Trump on June 26. Both the leaders PM Modi and President Donald Trump are expected to focus on many key issues like defence, terrorism and energy and trade etc.

Portuguese PM hosts special 'Gujarati lunch' for PM Modi

Lisbon (Portugal), June 24 (ANI): As a special gesture, Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa hosted a special Gujarati lunch for the visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. PM Modi was received by his Portuguese counterpart with a warm hug at the Necessidades Palace in Lisbon. The Gujarati menu included: Aakhu shakh, saag kofta, rajma aur makai, tarkha dal, kesar rice, paratha, roti, papad, mango shrikhand, Gulab jamun, egg less apple strudel, Vanilla ice cream and Sobremesa Indiana variada. Received by Foreign Minister Augusto Santos Silva at the Lisbon airport, PM Modi is currently on the first leg of his three nation tour.

PM Modi holds talks with Portuguese PM at Necessidades Palace

Lisbon (Portugal), June 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Portugal's Lisbon on the first leg of his three-nation tour on Saturday. During the visit, PM Modi was seen interacting with his Portuguese counterpart Antonio Costa at Necessidades Palace in Lisbon. PM Modi, who arrived in Portugal this evening, will hold talks to strengthen economic, scientific and cultural engagements between both the nations. He will also discuss ways to further enhance the bilateral engagement, especially in the areas of economic cooperation and science and technology.

PM Modi arrives in Portugal on first leg of his 3-nation tour

Lisbon (Portugal), June 24 (ANI): Starting his three nation tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Lisbon airport in Portugal, on Saturday. During his visit, PM Modi will hold talks with his Portuguese counterpart Antonio Costa with an aim to strengthen economic, scientific and cultural engagements. PM Modi will also review the progress of various joint initiatives and decisions which could boost bilateral ties between the two countries.

Afghans protest against Pakistan sponsored terrorism

London, June 24 (ANI): Members of Pashtun and Sikh communities from Afghanistan held a protest in Central London against Pakistan sponsored terrorism for creating instability in their country. The protestors were seen raising slogans asking Islamabad to stop intervening in the internal affairs of Kabul. Among the prominent people who supported the march were Political Activist, Noor Ahmad Sapand, political activist and Author of Lightless Sky, Gulwali Pasarlay, Afghan Sikh community leader and activist, Bhajan Singh.

Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar meets United States Secretary of State Rex Tillerson

New York, June 24 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to United States, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met Indian Foreign Secretary Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New York City on Saturday. PM Modi left for Portugal today morning and will reach the U.S. on Sunday. He is expected to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday. It will be the first meet of both PM Modi and President Trump.

Security, business, counter-terrorism are issues to be discussed: Indian Ambassador Navtej Sarna

Washington DC (USA), June 24 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to United States of America, Navtej Singh Sarna on Saturday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States will be helpful for both the countries as a number of subjects are likely to be discussed.Navtej Sarna said that the two leaders will discuss issues like counter-terrorism, business and trade, security among a host of other issues. He further added that both the countries will invest to develop the infrastructure in the countries for building further relations. Prime Minster Narendra Modi on Saturday departed for his three-nation visit. On his first leg of the tour, he will visit Portugal and then head to United States. The PM's last stop will be Netherlands.

PM Modi in America: Terrorism, H 1 B visas are core issues to be discussed between India and the U.S: Indian Diaspora

Washington, D.C, June 24 (ANI): Director India Initiative at Hudson Institute, Dr. Aparna Pande said that the meeting to be held between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump will be a symbolic visit for both the countries as important issues like terrorism and visas are expected to be discussed between the two leaders. Dr. Pande said that PM Modi and President Trump's meeting will play an important role for Indian IT companies by cornering the lion's share in Visas policy. Community Leader Atma Singh said that it is the time for both the countries to work for the betterment of their citizens. The future of Indian diaspora will be based on the meeting between two heads.

Virat Kohli breaks silence on Kumble's resignation, says 'I respect his decision'

Port of Spain, June 23 (ANI): Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Friday expressed his views on Anil Kumble's resignation as head coach of Indian Cricket Team and said that he respects his decision. Kolhi stressed that he has immense respect for him as a cricketer and what the latter has doen for the nation. The captain further asserted that he cannot break the culture of not divulging dressing room details in public.

CPEC project violates basic human rights in Balochistan: Baloch activist Abdul Bugti

Geneva (Switzerland), June 22 (ANI): Baloch Republican Party activist Abdul Nawaz Bugti stated his views on the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) at the United Nations and said the project violates basic human rights in Balochistan and it will create further instability in the region. Bugti further said that thousands of people were forcefully migrated from the areas along the CPEC route. Speaking further he appealed to the UN council to stop the human rights violation in the region by the Pakistani forces.