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Young gamers turn professional racers at Nissan GT Academy

Tokyo, Feb 03 (ANI): Nissan has been organizing the Nissan GT Academy to challenge young gamers to turn their dream to become professional racers into reality. The GT Academy normally starts with online Qualifications via PlayStation Network and Live Event qualification. The competition includes a gaming challenge on the Nissan GT6 Simulators, media interviews, fitness challenges, and real driving challenges on the track with the actual car. Thailand and India joined with the Nissan GT Academy in 2014, followed by Japan, Philippine and Indonesia joined in 2015. The Nissan GT Academy 2016 is expected to be starting in April. Japan's Toshiba has developed a hi-tech device fitted on spectacles, which reflects the various informations in 1.25 meters ahead sight of the device view. This wearable glass is equipped with multiple languages. So that It performs as a tourist guide. The wearable glasses realize more active work and play.

Madhesi leaders hold meeting to resolve Terai unrest

Nepal, Feb 02 (ANI): The ongoing Madhesi agitation has crippled normal life in the Nepal's Terai region. Recently, Madhesi leaders in Birgunj conducted a meeting in order to resolve the ongoing crisis in their country by putting more effort in convincing the government to address their demands. Economic situation has worsened since the agitation started six months ago. Protesters have blocked trucks coming in from neighbouring India, leading to acute shortage of fuel and medicine. Around 60 people have been killed in police firing as protestors demand equal rights in the constitution that was adopted last September. For the last six months the Madhesis have been protesting against the Nepal government as they felt their basic rights were not addressed appropriately in the constitution

Japanese firm comes up with underwear that ensures good body posture

Tokyo, Jan 28 (ANI): A Japanese clothing company has developed wearable underwear which enables to improve body postures. If the person makes bad posture, it is reflected on his smartphone. The sensor device is constituted by knit material and is placed on the backside of shirt to monitor the distortion of posture. The data is managed on the cloud computing. Fiber technology enhances usability to diversified case. Utilizing sensor which is available to be set on to uneven surface operation of radio control miniature car is possible. Also in the case of hemisphere device operation is possible. It also has fabric piano, a keyboard made from fiber knit which has conductor wire. It conveys playing touch. When player uses smartphone, piano concert is realized through specific application software. Use of wearable device is expanding to health management and entertainment. Japan is also a leader in auto technology. Carmaker Nissan recently organized a global event "Nissan 360 Asia and Oceani

Madhesi leaders take initiative in opening the Birgunj market

Nepal, Jan 27 (ANI): Even after months of agitation and protests, there seems to be no concrete solution to the Madhesi unrest. Due to prolonged agitation, people in Terai and Madhesh region have been facing inconvenience and a fuel crisis. Keeping this in mind, United Madhesi Front initiated the move to open the market areas in the Birgunj area for the convenience of the people. Ethnic Madhesi leaders on Saturday, January 23, rejected the first amendment of Nepal's constitution which was voted upon by the Himalayan nation's parliament after months of protest by their community. The agitating Madhesi community is demanding demarcation of provinces, fixing of electoral constituencies on the basis of population and proportional representation, and the protests - that still continue to be hold since the new constitution was adopted in September - have claimed at least 55 lives so far.

No evidence of shots fired at US Naval Medical Center

San Diego, Jan 27 (ANI): A report of an active shooter and shots fired at the U.S. Naval Medical Center in San Diego triggered a heavy law enforcement response on Tuesday but was apparently unfounded, Navy officials said. Officials said there was no sign of a shooting and no known deaths or injuries at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego.People were evacuated from several building late in the morning as a team searched for an active shooter and possible casualties. Workers from the building were seen coming out in a single-file line with their hands raised in the air, as heavily armed police maintained a perimeter around the site.

Islamabad: Republic day celebrated at Indian Consulate

Islamabad, Jan 26 (ANI): While India celebrated Republic day with fervor, the day was also celebrated with energy and joy at the Indian consulate in Islamabad, Pakistan.The Indian National flag was hoisted at the Consulate along with slogans praising India.

Gilgit Baltistan Faces Ecological Imbalances

Gilgit Baltistan, January 26, 2016: Deforestation in Gilgit Baltistan is causing environmental changes that are threatening the lives and property of people in the region. Glaciers in the region are melting rapidly due to the depletion of forests and the collapse of the ecosystem. As a result, the threat of flood looms large in the region. Deforestation in Gilgit Baltistan is causing environmental changes that are threatening the lives and property of people in the region. Glaciers in the region are melting rapidly due to the depletion of forests and the collapse of the ecosystem. As a result, the threat of flood looms large in the region. The timber mafia, which is very active in the region, is making the situation worse. Today, people of Gilgit Baltistan are in a no win situation. Due to scarcity of economical and affordable fuel in the region, they are forced to survive on the timber available here, to warm up their homes during the harsh winters. With no proper policy in place to c

Fujifilm introduces new range of "X series" digital cameras

Tokyo, Jan 26 (ANI): While the market demand for digital cameras is shrinking due to rapid spread of smart phones and so on, Fujifilm's "X series" is constantly expanding its market share since being launched five years ago. Fujifilm recently announced new products of X-series. Fujifilm has been expanding sales of X-series cameras because it has close relationship and communication with users internationally. The company put focus on usability through innovation of technologies. Actually, a lot of users from abroad joined the event and celebrated new products. They are a kind of fans of X-series and Fujifilm that has been engaged in diffusion and development of Photo Culture since it was established in 1934. Also, these photos showed at the event are voluntarily provided from users without Fujifilm paying money and asking for it. Among the professional photographer who joined the celebrations is Zack Arias. One Japanese company has developed sensing facility to monitor real age of huma

FM Jaitley at World Economic Forum

Switzerland, Jan 23 (ANI): Finance Minister, Arun Jaitely, on Saturday attended the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. Finance Minister Jaitley said that there are a set of structural reforms which are in progress and there are a large number of steps which the Government of India has taken over the last year-and-a-half. He further added that India's co-operative federalism has transformed to competitive federalism, and that's really a good news for India.

Protest erupts in Birgunj after Rangeli police firing

Nepal, Jan 23 (ANI): A day after three persons were killed in police firing in Rangeli Bazaar, enraged activists took to the streets, burning tyres and obstructing vehicular movement along the Biratnagar-Rangeli road. The incident took place on January 21 in Rangeli, 215 km southeast of Kathmandu, when police fired at ethnic Madhesi activists to stop them from disrupting a gathering. Eight others were also injured in the firing. Amid the deepening political crisis in Nepal, US has asked Nepal Prime Minister K. P. Oli to take concrete steps to resolve the political impasse. The United Madhesi Front, which is leading the protests, wants state boundaries to be redrawn to give their communities more power. So far, more than 50 people have died in the agitation and the talks between the protesting Madhesi groups and the government have not yielded any results.

Minority community in Nepal holds rally at Birgunj-Raxaul border

Birgunj, Jan 22 (ANI): In Birgunj, members of the Telisamaj minority community held a massive protest at the Raxual border. Raising slogans against the government, the protestors demanded an immediate action plan to address their issues. Around 1,000 protesters took out a procession rally, some on motorbikes and bicycles, while others marched to the Birgunj-Raxual border. Since the adoption of the new constitution last year, Nepal has been witnessing widespread protests by the people of the Southern Terai region. Inconclusive talks between the government and the Madheshi leaders who are demanding adequate representation in policy making and redrawing of boundaries of new districts have led to frequent clashes between people of the Terai region and security forces.

Three killed in fresh violence in Nepal

Nepal, Jan 22 (ANI): Three people were killed in southern Nepal on January 22 when police fired on protesters trying to disrupt a rival group's political gathering amid a deepening crisis over a new constitution. Nepal has been in turmoil since adopting its first republican constitution last September, with protesters in the lowland south saying the charter deprives them of a fair say in how the country is run. They have prevented supply trucks from entering from India and choked the landlocked Himalayan nation with a fuel shortage. Two people were killed at Rangeli, 215 km southeast of Kathmandu, when police fired at ethnic Madhesi activists to stop them from disrupting a gathering organized by the youth wing of Prime Minister K.P. Oli's political party. Eight others were also injured in the firing. It was the first deadly incident in more than a month.The United Madhesi Front, which is leading the protests, wants state boundaries to be redrawn to give their communities more power. Th

Japanese carmaker Nissan showcases future technology

Yokohama/Los Angles, Jan 21 (ANI): Japanese carmaker Nissan recently invited 59 journalists, bloggers and car club members from six countries in Asia and Oceania. As part of the Nissan 360 Asia and Oceania event, the guests visited the global headquarters of Nissan in Yokohama city. Participants from Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, New Zealand and Australia joined together to experience what Nissan is all about. Starting from the Nismo Festival held at Fuji racetrack, where 35,000 Nissan race fans congregated at the foot of Mt Fuji. Nissan 360 event is aimed for the participants to get know and experience a wide perspective about the Nissan brand. The event's theme is "Discover Nissan" - Guests experienced firsthand new and future product and technology through the six-day-long program. Participants experienced Nissan heritage tours at the memorial cabinet in Japan's Zama city. The Nissan 360 event program has been designed to understand Nissan from all destinations - its past, prese

Madheshis observe martyr's day

Nepal, Jan 21 (ANI): Madhesh Loktantrik Morcha organised an event to honour the Madeshi martyrs, and commemorate the 9th anniversary of those who laid down their lives fighting for their rights in the Himalayan nation in 2007. The Madeshi movement started in 2007 as the people of the region felt they have been marginalised from their basic rights and discriminatory and domineering tendencies of the hill elites overpowered Madheshi elites. During the Madeshi movement, around 53 people protesting for equal rights in the constitution were killed in 2007. The Terai incorporates 20 of Nepal's 75 districts and accounts 17 % of the total area of Nepal. Madeshis have been protesting since Nepal adopted new constitution last year in September. Around 54 people have been killed in the protests.

EBARA launches vertical multistage pumps

Las Vegas, Jan 20 (ANI): EBARA Corporation of Japan has recently launched vertical multistage pumps called EVMS. The pumps are manufactured with quality standard material to give the customers the advantage of portability. Vertical multistage pumps are mainly used in places having small area such as high-rise apartments, commercial complexes and offices in metro cities. These pumps are used globally and are manufactured in Italy. EBARA Pumps Europe Spa is a core production center of EVMS in Italy. Stamping and welding process of stainless steel is a core competence technology of EBARA Pumps Europe Spa. All manufacturing process of EVMS is managed with high standard of quality control system. All assembling process is standardized and improved continuously to increase the production capacity. Also they have Professional test facility. Reliability was made by high level of evaluation criteria. 100 years' knowledge as a pump leading company is introduced into all R and D process. The spec

Bacha Khan University: operation ends, four terrorist killed

Peshawar, Jan 20 (ANI): A group of militants stormed the Bacha Khan University, located in Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, on Wednesday. According to reports, the operation has ended and four terrorist have been killed. The death toll has reached to 21. According to the Dawn, a rescued student claims that 60 to 70 students had been shot in the head by the attackers. The student added that the attack is reminiscent of the Army Public School Peshawar attack in December 16, 2014.

21st Century will be Asian Century: Rijiju in Tokyo

Tokyo, Jan 20 (ANI): Addressing a symposium in Tokyo, Japan, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Kiren Rijiju said the 21st century will be the Asian Century as the world look to countries in Asia the for upliftment of the global economy.He said Asia would provide ideas and leadership for a harmonious global relationship.The theme of the symposium was 'Shared Values and Democracy in Asia'.

Bacha Khan University attack: 2 terrorists killed

Peshawar, Jan 20 (ANI): A group of militants stormed Bacha Khan University in Pakistan on Wednesday, using the cover of thick fog, with firing inside the campus still going on and two explosions heard. According to a rescued student, around 60 to 70 students had been shot in the head by the attackers. Two terrorists have also been killed. The militants entered the Bacha Khan University in Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, early on Wednesday before opening fire on students and teachers in classrooms and hostels, two police officials said. Deputy Inspector General Saeed Wazir said the army and police had moved into the university and a gunfight with the attackers was under way. Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Britain's FM, Arun Jaitley hold bilateral talks

London, Jan 20 (ANI): British Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne held bilateral talks with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, ahead of the World Economic Forum. Both the ministers discussed cooperation between the two countries at the residence of the British Finance Minister at Downing Street in central London. The talks focused on infrastructure and financial services. Jaitley also addressed an investors summit at the London Stock Exchange on Tuesday morning and will fly to Davos, Switzerland, in the evening.

Madhesi youths form new group to protect Madhesi rights

Birgunj, Jan 19 -(ANI): The members of Madhesh Andolankari Samiti, a newly formed group, staged a protest in Birgunj to support the Madhesi agitation, warning the government to deliver justice to Madhesi people in the country. They said they will overlook the ongoing talks between Madhesi parties and Nepal government. The New Nepali Constitution was promulgated on September 20 last year. The Madhesi parties are protesting since then to raise demand for the formation of two provinces in the Nepali Terai. The Madhesis also seek proportional representation in government jobs and restoration of rights granted to them in the interim constitution of 2007. Over 55 people, including agitators and police personnel, have been killed in the past five months of the agitation.