London (U.K.), June 13 (ANI): Absconding liquor baron Vijay Mallya on Tuesday appeared before Westminster Magistrates' Court for his extradition case hearing in London, and said that all allegations made against him are false as he has enough evidence to prove he is not guilty. Mallya, who is wanted in India on loan defaults to several banks, stressed that he has not eluded any court and has nothing more to say.
London (UK), June 13 (ANI): Absconding liquor baron Vijay Mallya on Tuesday reacted on the booing at the Oval stadium in London, where he was called a 'thief' by the crowd. Mallya said that he was not called a 'thief' and he has the video evidence to prove it. He further said apart of two persons who were yelling at him, there were many people who came forward to wish him well.
Kathmandu, Nepal June 12 (ANI): The fate of the second phase polls scheduled for June 28 is pushed further into uncertainty because of the disgruntled indigenous parties of Nepal. The Rastriya Janata Party has turned down the proposal of ruling alliance to participate in the polls. The leader of Rastriya Janata Party- Nepal claimed that the election in Terai will not be possible without RJP-N's participation. The ruling parties had also called the agitating parties for talks on Saturday but it also failed as Rastriya Janata Party stuck to its demand of constitution amendment. In Saturday's meeting, the agitating forces presented forward a proposal to push back the election in state. In order to ensure participation of the Madhesh-based parties in the election, the Sher Bahadur Deuba-led government tabled an amendment proposal over the act pertaining political parties in the parliament, which opens the way for the registration of the RJP in the Nepal Election Commission.
London (United Kingdom), June 11 (ANI): Fans cherished after the Indian Cricket Team beat South Africa by eight wickets at The Ovals in London on Sunday. After this win, India has entered the semi-finals of International Cricket Council's (ICC) ongoing Champions Trophy. All players of the opponent team were bowled over at 191 runs. Jasprit Bumrah was declared man of the match. India will now play against Bangladesh in the semi-finals.
London (England), June 11 (ANI): The weather of London is getting hotter because of Sunday's big match between the 'Men in Blue' and the Proteas. A sea of fans gathered at The Oval to cheer their favorite cricket team. Today is the big day for India as it will lock horns with South Africa at The Oval in London's Kennington. It will be their last Group B game. A win or washout will put them in the semifinals while a loss would eliminate the defending champions.
London (England), June 10 (ANI): After losing match to its Asian neighbour Sri Lanka on Thursday, Indian Cricket Team just before its upcoming match with South Africa sweated out and practiced hard in London city on Saturday. Sunday will be the big day for India as it will lock horns with South Africa in Kennington's The Oval in London city. It will be their last Group B game. A win or washout will put them in the semifinals while a loss would eliminate the defending champions.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the inauguration ceremony of Astana EXPO 2017 in Kazakhstan's Astana on Friday. PM Modi was accompanied by other dignitaries at the Expo ceremony. Earlier today, PM Modi showed his gratitude to all the member countries of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) for their support and in relate to India's membership.
Kathmandu, Nepal June 09 (ANI): The newly elected Prime Minister of Nepal, Sher Bahadur Deuba, has promised constitutional amendments after the second phase of local polls, which are scheduled on June 28.Prime Minister Deuba acknowledged the responsibilities that lie on him to make the constitution acceptable and honor the grievances of the people of Madhesh. He further claimed that the time is yet to ripe for the amendment to be passed.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Kazakhstan's Astana, met Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on Friday. Earlier, the leaders of six-member countries took part in the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit to discuss several issues, including peace and security in the region.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 09 (ANI): Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday congratulated India on joining The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Kazakhstan's Astana. Starting his speech by thanking the founder member countries, Sharif said that it is an historic day for India, Pakistan and SCO. Sharif further added that over last decades, Pakistan has developed a deep association with SCO as observer. Pakistan has attended all the summits and worked with SCO's institutions.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 09 (ANI): Indian Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar on Friday said that India and China relations have stability despite world witnessing uncertainty.He further said that the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping was cordial and positive.He added that the both the nations should work together to fight against terrorism.PM Modi thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping for his support for India's full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 09 (ANI): The leaders of six-member countries that took part in the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit at Astana and pose for group photograph at Palace of Independence on Friday. During the summit, the six-member countries are suppose to discuss several issues, including peace and security in the region. India is set to join as full member of the SCO, comprising China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. The highlight of this year's summit is the accession of India and Pakistan to the SCO.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 09 (ANI): President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev on Friday welcomed leaders at the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit at Astana. The leaders of six-member countries took part in the summit to discuss several issues, including peace and security in the region. India is set to join as full member of the SCO, comprising China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. The highlight of this year's summit is the accession of India and Pakistan to the SCO.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 08 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, met Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev for boosting ties in the fields of trade and commerce, education, tourism and other sectors. India is set to become a full member of the SCO during the two-day summit to be held at Astana.
Astana (Kazakhstan), June 08 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kazakhstan's Astana for a two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit on Thursday. India is set to become a full member of the SCO during the two-day summit to be held at Astana. Prime Minister Modi will also hold bilateral talks with Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev for boosting ties in the fields of trade and commerce, education, tourism and other sectors.
Birmingham (England), June 04 (ANI): With a sea of fans hailing their names, the 'Men in Blue' arrived at the England's Edgbaston cricket ground in Birmingham on Sunday. As the clock is ticks away towards the massive event, the excitement of the fans from both the countries is to the fullest. Sunday is going to be the hottest day of England's Birmingham city as the 'Men in Blue' and arch-rival will lock their horns with each other at the Edgbaston cricket ground today. Cricket fans from across the world came out in support of their country saying that "Winning from Pakistan is like winning the Cricket world cup".
Birmingham (England), June 04 (ANI): Sunday is going to be the hottest day of England's Birmingham city as the 'Men in Blue' and arch-rival will lock their horns with each other at the Edgbaston cricket ground today. Cricket fans from across the world came out in support of their country saying that "Winning from Pakistan is like winning the Cricket world cup". Traditional rivals India and Pakistan are all set to lock horns in the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 match in Birmingham's Edgbaston cricket ground on Sunday. However, the weather is expected to bowl googly as the forecast on Sunday suggests that rain is likely to lash Birmingham today.
London (U.K.), June 04 (ANI): After two terrorist incidents, the United Kingdom Police on Sunday launched several helpline numbers and asked people to remain vigilant. The police, during a press conference confirmed that three men had led the attacks and a hunt is underway to nab them. The two major terror incidents wrecked havoc at the London Bridge and Borough Market in the capital city.
London (U.K.), June 04 (ANI): Two major terror incidents wrecked havoc in the capital city of the United Kingdom on Saturday night. In the first incident at the London Bridge, witnesses say the van was reported to have swerved onto the pavement and there have been unconfirmed reports of gunfire, as per sources. At the Borough Market, there were reports of multiple stabbings, people were forced to take cover under the tables in a restaurant as a man entered and stabbed two people. Just few hours after the incidents, the Metropolitan Police declared the incidents as terrorist attacks: "At 0025hrs 4/6/17 the incidents at #LondonBridge and #BoroughMarket were declared as terrorist incidents.," it tweeted on its official page. The UK police are currently searching for three suspects who may be armed after the 'major incident' on London Bridge. In a statement released by the London Ambulance Service, it confirmed the number of injured victims as 20.
Paris (France), June 03 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron at Elysee Palace in Paris on Saturday. Prime Minister Modi arrived in Paris for the final leg of his six-day, four-nation tour of Europe, last night.