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PM Modi attends presentation of conclusion of CEOs Forum

Madrid (Spain), May 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Spanish President Mariano Rajoy, attended the presentation of conclusion of CEOs Forum in Madrid, Spain. During the event, several agreements in various fields were also exchanged between India and Spain. Ahead of the event, the two world leaders were seen having a gala time while walking together at a garden of the grand La Moncloa Palace. Prime Minister Modi is currently on the second leg of his four-nation tour to Europe. From Spain, he will head to Russia.

Baloch people come out on streets demanding removal of nuclear weapons from Balochistan

Sweden/ London/ Canada/ Germany, May 31 (ANI): Free Balochistan Movement, an international Baloch Lobbying Group which lobbies for the freedom of Balochistan in different countries of the world, held protests in several western countries, including Sweden, London, Canada and Germany, as part of its ongoing international awareness campaign for the freedom of Balochistan. Hundreds of protesters, including men, women and children, came out on streets against the atrocities and removal of nuclear weapons by Pakistanis in Balochistan. The protesters were carrying placards and banners with different slogans against Pakistan's nuclear weapons and China-Pakistani nexus.

50 feared dead in explosion near Indian embassy

Kabul (Afghanistan), May 31 (ANI): At least 50 people are feared dead after a suicide car bomb attack near the Indian embassy in Kabul on Wednesday morning. The explosion, which was targeted at Iranian embassy, occurred nearby the Indian embassy located 1.5 kilometres away from it. Union Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj said that the staff of Indian embassy did not suffer in the blast. "By God's grace, Indian Embassy staff are safe in the massive #Kabul blast," Swaraj tweeted. According to sources, the Indian Embassy has suffered some damage in the form of broken windows due to pressure waves arising from the explosion. Officials of the embassy are, however, safe, the sources added. Many foreign embassies are located in the area, including the American and Canadian missions. The Afghan National Security Force (ANSF) has deployed its team in the area for rescue and counter-insurgency operations.

SPIEF, a great privilege for India to strengthen economic, trade ties: India envoy Saran

Saint Petersburg (Russia), May 31 (ANI): Ahead of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to Russia, Indian Ambassador to Russia Pankaj Saran said that the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) is an opportunity for India to strengthen its economic and trade ties with Russia. He said India has been invited as a guest country for the first time and also Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited as the guest of honour, which is a matter of great privilege for India.PM Modi is in a four-nation tour. After Spain, PM Modi will visit Russia.

Watch: PM Modi meets people outside hotel

Madrid (Spain), May 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Spain and met hundreds of people outside the hotel. People were seen chanting 'Modi, Modi' when the PM arrived at the hotel. Modi will hold a round-table interaction with a select group of Spanish CEOs, who are keen to invest and expand their presence in India. Apart from Germany and Spain, the Prime Minister will also visit to Russia and France.

Watch: PM Modi arrives in Madrid to boost economic ties

Madrid (Spain), May 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has embarked on a four-nation tour, arrived in Spain's Madrid on Tuesday night. During his visit to the country, PM Modi will meet President Mariano Rajoy and will discuss ways to boost bilateral relations between the two nations.Modi will also have a round-table interaction, called the India-Spain CEOs Forum, with leading Spanish business leaders to invest in India as part of his 'Make in India' initiative.

Watch: PM Modi, Angela Merkel shake hands in front of Brandenburg Gate

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel shook hands in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Germany's Berlin on Tuesday. Earlier, PM Modi clicked a group photograph with the Indian and German CEOs, after the plenary meeting of the inter-governmental consultations. Prime Minister Modi arrived on the first leg of his four-nation tour to Germany on Monday.

PM Modi calls on German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to enhance bilateral ties

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called on German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Castle Bellevue in Berlin, with an aim to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two nations. During the meeting the two leaders could be seen discussing issues to reaffirm their stand to resolve for strong and dynamic relationship. Prime Minister Modi arrived on the first leg of his four-nation tour to Germany on Monday.

Prime Minister Modi departs for Madrid after successful visit to Germany

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday left for Spain's Madrid after concluding his successful and flourishing tour to Germany. During the visit, PM Modi exchanged several MoUs with Germany in sectors of education, urban development and digital policy. Prime Minister Modi arrived on the first leg of his four-nation tour to Germany on Monday.

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merkel agree on strengthening Indo-German counter terrorism cooperation: MEA

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chancellor Angela Merkel have decided to strengthen Indo-German counter terrorism cooperation. Joint Secretary (EW) in Berlin Randhir Kumar Jaiswal said that on terrorism both leaders conveyed their deep concern over the spread of this global menace, which is also a greater threat to humanity today. Jaiswal informed that both leaders decided to strengthen Indo-German counter terrorism cooperation

Nepal postpones second phase of local elections

Kathmandu (Nepal), May 30 (ANI): The upcoming second phase local level elections in Nepal have been postponed by nine days. It was decided in cabinet meeting held on Monday. The Southern Phase of Nepal will exercise their voting rights on June 23. The care-taker government of Nepal last week decided to increase the number of local levels in the Terai region but received a stay order from the Supreme Court, which directed the government to hold the election in 461 local units. The Election Commission of Nepal previously has completed the task of preparations for the second tire of election and expressed its displeasure citing technical difficulties.

Indo-German Business Summit: PM Modi highlights major developments in India

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indo-German Business Summit in Berlin on Tuesday. Speaking at the event, PM Modi highlighted the major developments in India. He said that the Goods and Service Tax (GST) is among the historic reforms India has ever seen, which is going to be implemented from next month. He further added that 'Make in India' has already created a strong impact. PM Modi also added that Germany contributed in a big way in the success of 'Make in India.

1 dead, 2 injured after Nepal Army Military Cargo plane crash lands in Bajura

Bajura, Nepal May 30 (ANI): A cargo plane of Nepal Army with call sign NA- 048 crash landed in the rural airport of Bajura district of Nepal on Tuesday. Two members of the cabin and an army official were inside the boarded plane which took off for Simikot of Humla district with food essentials from Nepal Food Corporation. Captain Kailash Gurung of the crashed Sky Truck in Bajura, far-western district of Nepal has succumbed to his injuries. Two of the other three members in the cargo plane have sustained injuries.

PM Modi poses for group photograph with Indian, German CEOs

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): India and Germany exchanged several MoUs including in the sectors of education, urban development and digital policy in Berlin on Tuesday. PM Modi later clicked a group photograph with the Indian and German CEOs, during the plenary meeting of the inter-governmental consultations. Earlier today, a joint statement was released by the leaders of both the nations.

India, Germany exchange MoUs in education, urban development sectors

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): India and Germany exchanged several MoUs including sectors of education, urban development and digital policy in Berlin on Tuesday. The exchange took place in presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. India has called Germany its natural partner on the path to progress and the two nations have witnessed a quantum jump in relationship in the past few years.

People of Gilgit Baltistan Illegally Detained: Kashmiri Leader

PoK, May 30, 2017:- The Leaders of a Kashmir party in Pakistan-administered Kashmir recently held a demonstration to show solidarity with the people of Gilgit Baltistan, against atrocities inflicted on them by Pakistan. They also demanded the release of prominent human rights defender and political activist.

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merkel attend plenary meeting of Inter-Governmental Consultations

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with his delegation, attended the Plenary Meeting of the Inter-Governmental Consultations in Berlin on Tuesday. PM Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Merkel undertook comprehensive review of cooperation at the Plenary Meeting. Prime Minister Modi, who is on a four-nation tour, arrived in Berlin on Monday night and held talks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel. They discussed about various regional and global issues, including radicalisation and terrorism

Watch: PM Modi accorded ceremonial reception in Berlin

Berlin (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a four-nation tour, was accorded ceremonial reception in Berlin on Tuesday. PM Modi arrived in Berlin on Monday night and held talks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel. They discussed about various regional and global issues, including radicalisation and terrorism.

Watch: Indian Navy's relief work going on full swing in Kalutara

Kalutara (Sri Lanka), May 30 (ANI): The Indian Navy's relief work in Sri Lanka' s flood affected areas has been going on in full swing and the Indian Navy was seen distributing relief material to the victims of the catastrophe. The Indian Government has been providing continuous supply of relief material to the island nation after it was hit by floods. Meanwhile, the death toll is still increasing rise with 164 people dead and 111 missing.

PM Modi meets German Chancelor Angela Merkel at Schloss Meseberg

Schloss Meseberg (Germany), May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancelor Angela Merkel met at the Schloss Meseberg, the official State Guest House of Germany, on Monday. PM Modi was also seen signing the visitor's book at the Schloss Meseberg. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi arrived on the first leg of his four-nation tour to Germany.