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Change in Constitution's Article is entirely concerned domain of that govt: Nepal's Foreign Minister on Article 370

Male (Maldives), Sep 04 (ANI): Nepal's Foreign Minister, Pradeep Kumar Gyawali expressed his concern over Indo-Pak tension. He said, "As the current Chair of SAARC, we urge all member nations to settle disputes through negotiation. Escalation of tension is not the solution, need not say that conflicts are the worst options which every nation wants to avoid. So I hope there will be some rays of hope which can reduce the tension and then start the negotiation to establish peace and stability in the region." Further adding on Article 370, he said, "The changes of Articles of Constitution is entirely the concerned domain of that govt. So we have no comment on that decision. But what we are closely watching is the implications after those decisions. One of the major concerns for Nepal is, the Nepali's working in that region and we are very happy that they are safe, there is no problem. We are closely in coordination with the government of India for the sake of their security."

Indo-Pacific logical step for India after Act East, says EAM Jaishankar

Male (Maldives), Sep 04 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on September 03 said that Indo-Pacific is the logical step after Act East for India. "The Indo-pacific is not tomorrow's forecast, but yesterday's reality. The Indo-Pacific naturally means different things to different powers, but it is undeniably a priority for all of them. For India, it is the logical step after Act East and a break out from the confines of South Asia," Jaishankar said during his address at the Indian Ocean Conference in Maldives.

Opposition parties reflect immaturity: Ajit Doval's son on India's economy

Male (Maldives), Sep 03 (ANI): Director of India Foundation and son of NSA Ajit Doval, Shaurya Doval shared his views on dip in Indian economy and Opposition parties attacking BJP on it. He said that Opposition parties are reflecting a very high degree of immaturity and is a very novice way of approaching the discussion on economy.

Sri Lankan PM remembers Sushma Swaraj for her contributions in IOC

Male (Maldives), Sep 03 (ANI): While addressing a gathering at Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) 2019, Sri Lanka Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe remembered former foreign minister late Sushma Swaraj. He said, "May I preface my address this afternoon by paying tribute to Sushma Swaraj, my good friend was also a distinguished former minister of India. When she was recovering from a prolonged illness, I didn't expect her to make a journey to Hanoi. But her commitment was such that she was there with us and all of us who knew her will miss her. But we must thank and remember her for contributions she made to this conference."

Morgan Stanley warned risk of global recession is high, rising: Sri Lankan PM

Male (Maldives), Sep 03 (ANI): While addressing a gathering at Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) 2019, Sri Lanka Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on global GDP growth slowdown said, "The World Bank has forecast that the global GDP growth will slow down to 2.6% this year from 3% in 2018. Morgan Stanley recently warned that the risk of a global recession is high and rising."

PM Modi to attend 5th Eastern Economic Forum as chief guest: Indian Ambassador to Russia

Vladivostok (Russia), Sep 03 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to Russia D Bala Venkatesh Varma gave briefing about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Russia on September 04. He said, "Vladivostok (venue) is looking forward to the arrival of PM Narendra Modi tomorrow to attend the 5th Eastern Economic Forum as chief guest. Prime Minister will be addressing the forum on September 05. On September 04, he will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on whose invitation he will be in Vladivostok to attend the 20th Annual Summit which will review our comprehensive partnership in all areas and set forth new pathways of cooperation for future. This will include not just traditional areas of economic development of defence, energy and nuclear space but also more importantly India's new engagement with Russian Far East."

Women in Nepal celebrate Hartalika Teej with fervour

Birgunj (Nepal)/ Kathmandu (Nepal), Sep 02 (ANI): Women across Nepal are celebrating Hartalika Teej in Nepal, which holds religious and social significance for them. Teej is a two-day festival. On the first day, women eat food without garlic and onion. On the second day, women observe a 24-hour fast without water and food and worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. They break their fast on the next day. The devotees spend their day by singing, dancing and merrymaking in temple premises and public places. The women danced together to the foot-tapping music of Nepal. "Teej" refers to the "third" day that falls every month after the new moon (Amavasya), and the third day after the full moon night of every month. Teej in Nepal is dedicated to the Goddess Parvati, marking her union with Lord Shiva and women fast for the well-being of husband, children, and the whole family.

Balochistan activists protest in London, demand release of activists detained in Pak

London (UK), Aug 31 (ANI): Balochistan activists gathered outside British PM's House at 10 Downing Street in London on August 30.They held protest against Pakistani atrocities. Protestors seek PM's immediate intervention for release of thousands of Baloch political activists. Baloch political activists are languishing in detention centres in Pakistan. Protest was organised by Baloch National Movement on occasion of 'International Day of the Disappeared'.

Watch: Pakistan minister gets a shock after mentioning PM Modi's name

Lahore (Pakistan), Aug 30 (ANI): In a bizarre incident, Pakistani Railway Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed got an electric shock while addressing a gathering on Friday. In a video which has gone viral on social media, Rashid while addressing the gathering says "hum tumhari Modi niyaton se waqif hain (we are aware of your intentions, Narendra Modi)". The second he passes the comment against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he gets an electric shock.

20 chefs from world over participate in World Sushi Cup competition

Tokyo (Japan), Aug 29 (ANI): Sushi is a one of the staple dishes of Japan. It is prepared by arranging various ingredients on a plate to create themes. "World sushi cup Japan 2019" was recently held in Tokyo. This competition was held to improve the skill of sushi chefs around the world and promote sushi culture of Japan. Twenty chefs from various regions and countries participated in the sushi competition. Judges at the competition include Daisuke Terasawa and Terasawa, a comic artist of "Shota-no-Sushi", which depicts the life of a sushi chef. Cartoons and dramas have introduced sushi culture to young Japanese people. Recently, cartoons have widely introduced Japanese sushi culture overseas through publication and broadcasting dramas. Yap Wee Leong, a young sushi chef from Malaysia won the competition. His generation of sushi chefs has an experience to watch comic and TV drama of "Shota-no-Sushi". That comic provoked him to be a World top Sushi chef.

Watermelon road race oragnised in Japan

Chiba (Japan), Aug 29 (ANI): Watermelon is the most beloved summer fruit in Japan. Tomisato is a town in Chiba Prefecture of Japan. The town is well known for growing high quality watermelons. From the last 36 years, Tomisato has been holding this running festival to celebrate the red fruit's harvest. Visitors from all across Japan come to Tomisato to run and eat this. Some runners and spectators took full advantage of the watermelon theme, by dressing in green, red, and black. Despite the discomfort, runners bravely put on their best impression of a watermelon. Like the unique costumes, Tomisato's watermelons have a unique history. The running festival is a way for the local agricultural setup to showcase the year's harvest and sell watermelon to tourists coming to participate in the road race. Many participants were interested in the all-you-can-eat watermelon provided at the end of the race. Some runners also brought watermelon back to their home as a souvenir. The race has differe

Pak-backed terrorism continues to hound Kashmiris

PoK, AUGUST 27, 2019:- Pakistan's nefarious agenda of using religion to nurture and proliferate terrorism has deeply hurt the interests and ambitions of Kashmiris. They have not just been suffering to the violent anti-India campaigns launched by Islamabad but a systematic design has also crushed their movement seeking freedom from the clutches of Pakistan. The Kashmiri leaders, who left the region after Pakistan's establishment hounded them, accuse Pakistan of using the gullible youth of Kashmir as cannon fodder to wage a war against India. They say that Kashmiri youth is brain-washed in the name of religion.

Kashmir issue is bilateral, don't want to trouble other countries: PM Modi

Biarritz (France), Aug 26 (ANI): United States president Donald Trump met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of G7 Summit in France's Biarritz. Both the dignitaries held bilateral talks and also interacted with medipersons. While answering a question on negotiating with neighbouring country Pakistan, PM Modi said that all the issues between India and Pakistan are bilateral in nature and that is why we don't bother any other country regarding them. He also added, "India and Pakistan were together before 1947 and I'm confident that we can discuss our problems and solve them, together." Supporting the same, President Trump also said that America has very good relations with PM Modi and Pakistan's PM Imran Khan and they can solve the Kahsmir issue themselves and they are doing it for a long time.

Trump jokes with PM Modi, says he speaks very good English, just doesn't want to talk

Biarritz (France), Aug 26 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on August 26 met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of G-7 Summit in France's Biarritz. Both the dignitaries held bilateral meet and also interacted the mediapersons. Reacting on his country being treated more fairly now by the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Trump said, "We haven't been happy with the WTO. But now, we are winning cases, we won the big airbus case... it was the tremendous case, billions of dollars. That was the most recent victory; we are being treated more fairly now in the WTO, which we appreciate," Trump said at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the ongoing G-7 summit here.

Baloch Republican Party stages anti-Pakistan protest in Germany

Frankfurt (Germany), Aug 26 (ANI): The Baloch Republican Party (BRP) organized a protest outside Pakistan consulate in Frankfurt and raises pro-freedom slogans on August 26. They also accused Pakistan for carrying out atrocities on Baloch people by carrying out military operations. The protesters raised slogans like 'Pakistan terrorist', 'Pakistan is Taliban' and 'Stop military operations in Balochistan' and accused the Pakistan Army for promoting terrorism and killing innocent civilians. Similar events are taking place across Balochistan and abroad in commemoration of Shaheed Nawab Akbar Bugti on his martyrdom anniversary. On the other side, few Pakistani supporters also gathered outside the consulate to disrupt the peaceful protest by the Baloch.

G7 Summit: PM Modi feels he has Kashmir situation under control, says Donald Trump

Biarritz (France), Aug 26 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on August 26 met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of G-7 Summit in France's Biarritz. Both the dignitaries held bilateral meet and also interacted the mediapersons. While answering the media, President Trump clarified his position on Jammu and Kashmir issue. He said that he is assured that PM Modi-led government has the situation 'under control.' "We spoke last night about Kashmir, Prime Minister really feels he has it under control. They speak with Pakistan and I'm sure that they will be able to do something that will be very good," said Trump. While reacting on the same issue, "PM Modi said, Indian and Pakistan has several bilateral issues. I called him up and told him that Pakistan needs to fight, India too, Pakistan illiteracy, India too, Pakistan needs to fight decease India too and so together let's join forces to fight poverty and all things that two countries facing, lets work together for the we

Locals thrash police personnel in Bihar's Saharsa

Saharsa (Bihar), Aug 26 (ANI): Locals thrashed police officials in of Bihar's Saharsa district. The incident took place at Azad Chowk, where locals were protesting against the murder of Narsih Jha, who was shot dead by the goons during he was being robbed. Locals jammed the road during the protest, when police went there to disperse the protestors; they started attacking the police officials.

India, America together trying to increase trade relations: PM Modi

Biarritz (France), Aug 26 (ANI): United States president Donald Trump on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of G-7 Summit in France's Biarritz. During the meeting, PM Modi said that India welcomes America's suggestions in many subjects. He also emphasised that both the countries are working together to improve trade relations.

PM Modi, President Trump meet on sidelines of G7 Summit

Biarritz (France), Aug 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France's Biarritz on August 26. The Kashmir issue to be brought up at the meeting after Trump relentlessly offered to mediate.

World leaders arrive for G7 Summit

Biarritz (France), Aug 26 (ANI): World leaders have gathered for the G7 summit in France's Biarritz. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached for G7 Summit. French President Emmanuel Macron and Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also reached for the summit. Meanwhile, Senegal President Macky Sall and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres reached at G7 Summit meet.The summit commenced from August 24 in Biarritz and will end on August 26.