Page 260 - Video Gallery

With software of change, India builds hardware of progress: PM Modi

Singapore, Nov 23 (ANI): Asserting India's pace of reforms Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said with the software of change, India is building hardware of progress. He said India is investing in people through their education, skill development and a special emphasis on girl child education. He also underscored the various reforms in laws, regulations and policies.He was delivering a lecture in Singapore as he in Singapore after a successful three-day visit to Malaysia. Trade, urban and skill development, defence co-operation and cyber security are expected to be high on his agenda during the Singapore visit. The two Prime Ministers will sign the India-Singapore Strategic Partnership to elevate bilateral relations and will also unveil a commemorative stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between two countries. The Prime Minister will lay wreath at the Indian National Army memorial marker and visit Institute of Technical Education which i

Singapore metaphor of reality of dreams, says PM Modi

Singapore, Nov 23 (ANI): While acknowledging Singapore as a great country Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said Singapore is a metaphor of reality of dreams. He said the size of the nation is no barrier to its scale of achievements. He further said lack of resources is no constraint for inspiration, imagination and innovation. He said he draws personal inspiration from Singapore and its leaders. Prime Minister arrived in Singapore after a successful three-day visit to Malaysia. Trade, urban and skill development, defence co-operation and cyber security are expected to be high on his agenda during the Singapore visit. The two Prime Ministers will sign the India-Singapore Strategic Partnership to elevate bilateral relations and will also unveil a commemorative stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between two countries. The Prime Minister will lay wreath at the Indian National Army memorial marker and visit Institute of Technical Education

PM Modi arrives at Singapore's Changi Airport

Singapore, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived at the Singapore's Changi Airport after a successful three-day visit to Malaysia. Trade, urban and skill development, defence co-operation and cyber security are expected to be high on his agenda during the Singapore visit. Prime Minister Modi is also scheduled to deliver a lecture today where his Singapore counterpart Lee Hsien Loong and some other prominent leaders are expected to be present. The two Prime Ministers will sign the India-Singapore Strategic Partnership to elevate bilateral relations and will also unveil a commemorative stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between two countries. The Prime Minister will lay wreath at the Indian National Army memorial marker and visit Institute of Technical Education which is involved in skill development. Before wrapping up his visit, Prime Minister Modi will address the Indian Diaspora in Singapore as around 3,50,000 ethnic

Terrorism can derail economies, warns PM Modi

Singapore, Nov 23 (ANI): While mentioning the global issues Prime Minister Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday warned that if terrorism not addressed timely it can derail economies. He also underscored that this is an 'age of interdependence' as all the global issues faced with world are not because of each other but are common to all. He was delivering a lecture in Singapore as he in Singapore after a successful three-day visit to Malaysia. Trade, urban and skill development, defence co-operation and cyber security are expected to be high on his agenda during the Singapore visit. The two Prime Ministers will sign the India-Singapore Strategic Partnership to elevate bilateral relations and will also unveil a commemorative stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between two countries. The Prime Minister will lay wreath at the Indian National Army memorial marker and visit Institute of Technical Education which is involved in skill development.

PM Modi departs for Singapore

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday departed from Malaysia after concluding his two day visit to the peninsular nation. Modi left from the international airport at Kuala Lumpur to head to Singapore for the second leg of his two nation tour. In Malaysia, the Prime Minister successfully attended two summits-13th ASEAN-India Summit and the 10th East Asia Summit. Various delegation level meetings and bilateral discussions were also held with Malaysian authorities. In Singapore, a number of important agreements are likely to be signed. Prime Minister Modi has said that his visits to both countries are focused to make the economic ties stronger and also to strengthen the security cooperation.

India,Malaysia will establish peacekeeping linkages: MEA

Malaysia, Nov 22 (ANI): Ministry of External Affair Secretary (East) Anil Wadhwa on Monday addressed the press conference in Putrajya (Malaysia) on the bilateral ties between India and Malaysia and said that the two nations have built a vibrant economic partnership. He said that India was pleased with the upgradation of their joint exercises and the set up of the SU-30 Forum. Praising Malaysian competence in infrastructure, Wadhwa said that the nation has completed several important projects, including in the road sector, in India. Prime Minister Najib Razak and Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Torana Gate at the entrance of Little India in Bricksfield. Prime Minister Modi said that this is a gift of India and it will be a symbol of the timeless ties and the friendship between the people of the two nations.

Torana Gate inauguration a cornerstone of Indo-Malaysia relations: PM Modi Part 2

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak inaugurated the Torana Gate in Kuala Lumpur on Monday. Modi said that the Torana Gate will be considered as a cornerstone of relations between India and Malaysia. He said that many tourists visit Kuala Lumpur, commonly referred as Little India, and the Torana Gate will become one of the major attractions for tourists. The construction of Torana Gate was announced in 2010 and the Indian Government absorbed the entire cost.

Torana Gate inauguration a cornerstone of Indo-Malaysia relations: PM Modi Part 1

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak inaugurated the Torana Gate in Kuala Lumpur on Monday. Modi said that the Torana Gate will be considered as a cornerstone of relations between India and Malaysia. He said that many tourists visit Kuala Lumpur, commonly referred as Little India, and the Torana Gate will become one of the major attractions for tourists. The construction of Torana Gate was announced in 2010 and the Indian Government absorbed the entire cost.

Around 16 people injured post New Orleans shooting

Louisiana, Nov 23 (ANI): At least 16 people have been hospitalized after a shooting at a playground in New Orleans on Sunday night, according to reports. Reports said the shooting occurred when about 500 people were at Bunny Friend playground in the city's Upper Ninth Ward for the making of a music video. Witnesses told at least two gunmen were shooting into the crowd. Several ambulances were seen leaving the scene and 10 of the victims were taken to University Medical Center in New Orleans.

PM Modi assures to work vigorously to maintain Malaysia partnership Part 2

Putrajya, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday issued a joint statement with his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak in Putrajya. Modi expressed gratitude to the Malaysian authorities for hosting him to the ASEAN and East Asia summits. Referring to the two back to back airline tragedies, Modi said the courage showed by the nation was worth paying a salute. He also assured Malaysia that India will work with vigour to maintain the partnership between both nations.

Malaysian PM praises 'man of action' Modi

Putrajya, Nov 23 (ANI): Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak while addressing the joint press conference on Monday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a man of action and that both the leaders had very productive and constructive talks during the delegation level meeting. He added that India has a very dynamic and strong Defence industry. Razak further said that PM Modi is keen to expand traditional medicine in the field of Ayurveda.

PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with Malaysian counterpart

Putrajya, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held the delegation-level talks with his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak on Monday. Both the leaders discussed issues of bilateral importance. The Prime Minister will visit the Batu Caves temple in Kuala Lumpur later today. He will also join the program for inauguration of Torana Gate and interact with Corporate Malaysia. Earlier, he attended the 13th ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)-India Summit and the 10th East Asia Summit. He will depart for Singapore today.

PM Modi assures to work vigorously to maintain Malaysia partnership Part 1

Putrajya, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday issued a joint statement with his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak in Putrajya. Modi expressed gratitude to the Malaysian authorities for hosting him to the ASEAN and East Asia summits. Referring to the two back to back airline tragedies, Modi said the courage showed by the nation was worth paying a salute. He also assured Malaysia that India will work with vigour to maintain the partnership between both nations.

Belgian police arrest 16, Paris suspect still at large

Brussels, Nov 23 (ANI): Belgian police arrested 16 people during the anti-terror operations following the 13/11 Paris attacks, but did not find Salah Abdeslam, the Brussels man suspected of playing a key role in the assault in France, the public prosecutor said early on Monday. In one of 19 raids mounted across the capital Brussels, police fired on a vehicle, but it was not clear if those inside were connected to those being sought. Commuters trying to get to work on Monday are expected to suffer delays as a result of the metro closure, though some companies had already indicated on Sunday they were ready for staff to work from home. Belgium has been at the heart of investigations into the Paris attacks on Nov. 13 that left 130 people dead after links with Brussels emerged. Soldiers are on guard in parts of Brussels, a city of 1.2 million people and home to institutions of the European Union and the headquarters of NATO.

PM Modi accorded ceremonial welcome at Putrajaya

Putrajya, Nov 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a three-day visit to Malaysia, was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour in Putrajaya on Monday. The Prime Minister was warmly received by his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak after which he walked down the red carpet to inspect the guard. He will hold delegation level talks with Razak later today. Earlier, he attended the 13th ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)-India Summit and the 10th East Asia Summit. He will depart for Singapore today.

India not confined to territory, exists in every Indian: PM Modi (P - 3)

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 22 (ANI): Asserting that the Indian community in Malaysia is also true Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India exits in every Indian irrespective of the territorial boundaries. Prime Minister Modi also highlighted the immense contribution to make the India as an economic power house. Prime Minister Modi added India is committed to giving fruits of a modern economy. He also recalled the role played by Malay Indians in the Indian National Army and announced to name a cultural centre in Kuala Lumpur after Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Acknowledging the achievements of Malaysia as an economy he said Malaysia has a lot to be proud of since it got its independence. He also underscored initiatives taken by the Indian government for reforms like ease of doing business, anti-corruption steps, poverty eradication etc. He also expressed his concern on terrorism and said world must unite to combat terrorism and pitched for security co-operation. Prime Minister Nare

PM Modi unveils Swami Vivekananda's statue, says he was India's soul (Part - 2)

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday unveiled the statue of Swami Vivekananda in Malaysia, and said that it was his good and great fortune to be present to dedicate the statue of the Swami on Malaysian soil. He said that Swami Vivekananda was the soul of India adding that he showed the path towards independence even before the struggle began. Talking about the climate change and global warming, Modi said that India is a nation where plants are prayed. He insisted that Swami Vivekananda was not looking for a guru or any kind of religion but was in search of truth.

India not confined to territory, exists in every Indian: PM Modi (P - 2)

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 22 (ANI): Asserting that the Indian community in Malaysia is also true Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India exits in every Indian irrespective of the territorial boundaries. Prime Minister Modi also highlighted the immense contribution to make the India as an economic power house. Prime Minister Modi added India is committed to giving fruits of a modern economy. He also recalled the role played by Malay Indians in the Indian National Army and announced to name a cultural centre in Kuala Lumpur after Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Acknowledging the achievements of Malaysia as an economy he said Malaysia has a lot to be proud of since it got its independence. He also underscored initiatives taken by the Indian government for reforms like ease of doing business, anti-corruption steps, poverty eradication etc. He also expressed his concern on terrorism and said world must unite to combat terrorism and pitched for security co-operation. Prime Minister Nare

India not confined to territory, exists in every Indian: PM Modi (P - 1)

Kuala Lumpur, Nov 22 (ANI): Asserting that the Indian community in Malaysia is also true Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India exits in every Indian irrespective of the territorial boundaries. Prime Minister Modi also highlighted the immense contribution to make the India as an economic power house. Prime Minister Modi added India is committed to giving fruits of a modern economy. He also recalled the role played by Malay Indians in the Indian National Army and announced to name a cultural centre in Kuala Lumpur after Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Acknowledging the achievements of Malaysia as an economy he said Malaysia has a lot to be proud of since it got its independence. He also underscored initiatives taken by the Indian government for reforms like ease of doing business, anti-corruption steps, poverty eradication etc. He also expressed his concern on terrorism and said world must unite to combat terrorism and pitched for security co-operation. Prime Minister Nare

Mali won't 'shut down', says President

Mali, Nov 22 (ANI): Mali's President, Ibrahim Keita, visited the Radisson Blu hotel where 19 people were killed in an Islamist militant attack, vowing that the assault would not force Mali to shut down. Mali will not shut down because of this attack. Paris was not shut down and still isn't. Geneva, New York and Moscow didn't shut down either. Nowhere in the world right now are we safe from the barbarians of today.The hotel was the scene of a bloodbath on Friday. The assault came a week after militants killed 130 people in Paris claimed by Islamic State.