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Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates India Pavilion in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi (UAE), Nov 11 (ANI): Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Steel, Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the India Pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) in Abu Dhabi on November 11. Pradhan is on two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). During his visit, Pradhan will also meet his UAE counterpart Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei to discuss bilateral relations between the two countries.

Muslims across Nepal celebrate birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad

Birgunj (Nepal), Nov 11 (ANI): Muslims across Nepal celebrated Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad with great joy and zeal on Sunday. The day is celebrated in the third Islamic month called Rabee-ul-aawal according to the lunar calendar. People organized a huge rally for 'Malid', as it is celebrated in a carnival manner. Founder of Islam Prophet Muhammad is believed to have been born on the 12th day of the month, and Muslims celebrate 'Milad' to commemorate this day. The time of Malid is an important time for Muslims to learn and reflect on Muhammad's life.

Kartarpur Corridor opening: Pakistan FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi calls it 'historic event'

Lahore (Pakistan), Nov 09 (ANI): Ahead of the opening ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi called the opening ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor a historic event. He said, "I welcome ladies and gentlemen from India to Lahore. The event that will take place tomorrow in my view is a historic event and it's been very well received globally. Within Pakistan, there is lot of enthusiasm for it, we could have built further upon it if the government of India had taken an offer seriously when the Prime minister Imran Khan came in." This year marks the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev.

Yokohama city hosts music festival

Yokohama (Japan), Nov 07 (ANI): The song blue light Yokohama has been popular since long time for describing the charm of Yokohama city. The city of Yokohama hosts city-wide music festival called "Yokohama Otomatsuri," and this is one of 300 musical projects from this big festival which lasts for 62 days. The festival takes place every 3 years in various locations in Yokohama, inviting a wide range of musicians from local music groups to worldwide well-known artists. On this day, both amateurs and professional musicians of all genres perform their special set inside one of the prominent shopping malls in Yokohama. This performance is by a local gospel choir group "YCC Gospel lovers". From a quiet song with a beautiful voice, pop music with dance fascinates the audience. Their energetic performance grabs attention across the mall. This day's last act is delivered by a Japanese pop and comedy duo, "Les Romanesques". In special show, singing and dancing with Japanese traditional song "Enk

Nissei introduces tasty soft ice cream in Japan

Hokkaido (Japan), Nov 07 (ANI): This soft ice cream is winner at Grand Prix ice cream in Hokkaido. This area is cape "Soya", the northernmost tip of Japan. Hokkaido is located north of Japan. Foreign tourists are increasing to enjoy the charm of nature, food in Hokkaido. Award winning soft ice cream is sold near this northernmost area. At "Ferme" restaurant in Toyotomi town, many visitors come having good time and eating Milk food and sweets during lunch time. Milk Ramen and soup is arranged with milk. Most popular sweet is soft ice cream. Many repeaters are happy to eat soft ice cream. The main industry in "Toyotomi Town" is dairy farming, and the vast area used for it is mostly a cattle ranch. Cows can eat pasture all year round in this ranch. Soft icecream milk of "Ferme restaurant" is taken from cows at the "Shirata farm". Dairy technical intern from Asia is studying dairy skills and working on a ranch. She is from Vietnam. Taste of soft ice cream has milk, chocolate and seasonal

Watch: Nankana Sahib illuminates ahead of birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev

Nankana Sahib (Pakistan), Nov 07 (ANI): Nankana Sahib in Pakistan was illuminated ahead of birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev ji on November 06. This year marks 550th birth anniversary of Sikh guru, Guru Nanak Dev. His birth place is Nankana Sahib in Pakistan.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets his Russian counterpart in Moscow

Moscow (Russia), Nov 06 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a delegation-level meet with his Russian counterpart Sergey Shoygu. Earlier, the Defence Minister exchanged gifts with Shoygu. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is on three- day visit to the state. On Tuesday (November 05), Rajnath Singh arrived in Moscow.

Allow us to live with dignity, asks Pashtun activist to Pakistan

Geneva (Switzerland) Nov 06 (ANI): A Pashtun activist and member of Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) has asked Pakistan to stop killing of civilians in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Aurangzeb Khan Zalmay said that Pakistan continuously raising the issue of Kashmir without looking its own weaknesses. Pakistan Army launched several operations in FATA and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with an aim to eradicate the Taliban and other terror groups. However, the residents blame Pakistan Army for targeting civilians rather fighting the terrorists. Pashtun Tahafuz Movement demands a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to be constituted to investigate war crimes against Pashtuns. The Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) is a Pakistani civil society group that advocates for better rights for Pakistan's Pashtuns, and particularly in the country's tribal belt. In recent months, tensions have grown between the PTM and Pakistan's powerful military and particularly since a deadly inc

India wants to collaborate with Russia to modernize defence platforms: Rajnath Singh

Moscow (Russia), Nov 06 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Moscow stated that India is ready to collaborate with Russia to modernize defence platforms by advanced and emerging technology. Defence Minister in a joint statement said, "India is ready to explore opportunities and co-production of high-end defence equipment with Russia. We want collaboration with you to modernise our defence platforms by advanced and emerging technology." "Govt of India is encouraging Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to partner with Indian entities making use of the initiative. We call for industrial cooperation for co-production with Russian companies of new platforms and equipment," he added.

PM Modi meets Vietnam counterpart in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc in Bangkok on November 04. PM Modi is on a 3-day visit to Thailand. He is there to attend several summits.

PM Modi, world leaders take group picture at RCEP summit

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi among other leaders took a group picture at the third Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) summit in Bangkok. Prime Minister would be steering India's negotiations at RCEP summit. RCEP is a comprehensive free trade agreement being negotiated between the 10 ASEAN Member States and ASEAN's free trade agreement partners Australia, China, India, Japan, Korea and New Zealand. Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership negotiations which began in Cambodia in 2012 covers areas, including trade in goods and services, market access, economic cooperation, investment, intellectual property and e-commerce. PM Modi is currently on a 3-day visit to Thailand.

Death toll in Nepal bus accident rises to 16

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 04 (ANI): Toll in the bus accident in Nepal's Sindhupalchowk district on Sunday rose to 16 after more bodies were recovered during the search and rescue operations. The incident occurred at around 1 pm (local time) when the bus, en route to Kathmandu from Maga Deurali area of Dolakha village, skidded off Araniko highway and plunged into the Sunkoshi river. Several people were injured in the incident and were rushed to Sadabahar Hospital and Primary Health Care Centre in Dolalghat village for treatment. The bus was carrying 34 passengers at the time of the incident. The cause of the accident is yet to be ascertained.

PM Modi meets his Australian counterpart in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 04 met his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison in Thailand's Bangkok. Both the dignitaries met on the sidelines of 35th ASEAN Summit. PM Modi and Australian PM Morrison discussed various bilateral issues related to both the countries. He is currently on a 3-day visit to Thailand.

PM Modi visits Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre in Bangkok on Nov 04. PM Modi is on a 3-day visit to Thailand. He will also attend Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit.

Rajnath Singh attends first Indo-Uzbek Joint Exercise in Tashkent

Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Nov 03 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on November 03 attended the curtain raiser event of the first Indo-Uzbek Joint Exercise named 'Dustlik-2019' at the Armed Forces in Tashkent. The Defence Minister and his Uzbek counterpart jointly presided over the 'curtain raiser' of the first-ever India-Uzbekistan Joint Exercise. The exercise will be conducted from November 4-13 at Chirchiq Training Area near Tashkent and will be focused on counter-terrorism, an area in which the two countries share a common concern. The exercise will enable the sharing of best practices and experiences between the Armed Forces of the two countries and would lead to greater operational effectiveness.

PM Modi meets State Counsellor of Myanmar in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 03 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met State Counsellor of Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi in Bangkok on Nov 03. PM Modi is on a 3-day visit to Thailand. He will also attend Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit.

3 BSF personnel received injuries in bomb blast at Chhath Puja pandal in Manipur

Imphal East (Manipur), Nov 03 (ANI): Three personnel of 120 BSF sustained injuries after a bomb blast at a Chhath Puja pandal in Manipur in the night of November 02. The incident happened near Telipati at Imphal East. BSF personnel were taken to a nearby hospital. Further investigation is underway. Meanwhile, locals sat on 'peace protest' to condemn the bomb blast during the festival.

ASEAN leaders spoke about importance of working together to defeat terrorism: MEA

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 03 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Bangkok, MEA, Secretary (East), Vijay Thakur Singh said, "PM spoke about terrorism and the threat that it poses to international peace and security, similarly the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders also spoke about the importance of working together to defeat terrorism."

Shiv Sena has support of over 170 MLAs in Maharashtra, claims Sanjay Raut

Mumabi, Nov 03 (ANI): Amid the power tussle in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said they have support of more than 170 MLAs and the figure could even reach 175. The Shiv Sena has been saying that there was a 50-50 power-sharing agreement between the two parties but Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that the party's ally was not promised chief minister's post for two-and-a-half years when the alliance was finalised before 2019 Lok Sabha polls.The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance won an absolute majority in the Maharashtra assembly polls with the former emerging as the single largest party in the state with 105 seats. The Shiv Sena bagged 56 seats in the elections. On the other side, NCP won 54 seats in the assembly while the Congress won 44 seats in the 288-member assembly.

PM Modi meets Thailand Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 03 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in Bangkok. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit. PM Modi reached Bangkok on Saturday (November 02) to participate in the ASEAN, East Asia, and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership summits. PM Modi is in Thailand on 3-day visit to attend several regional summits.