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Priyanka Chopra retains right to speak about issues that concern, interest her: United Nations

New York (United States), Aug 24 (ANI): While addressing the press conference in New York on August 22, Spokesperson for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in the United Nations, Stephane Dujarric spoke on United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Goodwill Ambassador Priyanka Chopra's tweet row. He said to media, "When Goodwill Ambassadors speak on behalf of UNICEF, we expect them to adhere to UNICEF's evidence-based impartial positions." "When UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors speak in their personal capacity, they retain the right to speak about issues that interest or concern them. But their personal views don't reflect agencies they maybe affiliated with," Dujarric added.

PM Modi arrives in Abu Dhabi to discuss matters of mutual interest

Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), Aug 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in United Arab Emirates's capital city Abu Dhabi on August 23. PM Modi will be meeting the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. They will discuss bilateral, regional and international matters of mutual interest. PM Modi will receive the 'Order of Zayed', the highest civilian decoration conferred by the UAE Government. He will also formally launch RuPay card to expand the network of cashless transactions abroad.

India stands with France on all aspects: MEA

Paris (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on Friday informed about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with France President Emmanuel Macron. He briefed about meeting of both the dignitaries. He informed that during the meeting, PM Modi and President Macron discussed on several issues. Gokhale also informed that PM Modi assures the French President that India stands with France and on all aspects that France is pursuing. The Prime Minister also wished success to France for the G7 summit. "India stands with France on all aspects that France is pursuing and that we wish all the success to France in fulfilling its agenda for the G7 summit," said Gokhale.

Paris has immerse in devotion of Lord Rama: PM Modi

Paris (France), Aug 23 (ANI): While addressing Indian community at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "These days, Paris is into the Lord Rama". "In dino Paris Ram main rum gaya hai, pujya bapu ki nishra (shadow) mein sab log Ram ki bhakti main doobe hain," said PM Modi. PM Modi is on his first leg of a three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain.

Nepal: Devotees flock to Krishna Temple on Janmashtami

Lalitpur (Nepal), Aug 23 (ANI): Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Lalitpur district of Nepal, witnessed a heavy influx of devotees with serpentine queues leading to the Krishna Temple to celebrate the birthday of Lord Krishna or 'Janmashtami'. Krishna Janmashtami, is being celebrated throughout the country with much adoration and veneration. As per the scriptures, Lord Krishna, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, protector of human beings from evil, injustice, and devilish forces, was born on the midnight of Bhadrakrishna Ashtami of the lunar calendar during the Dwapar era. He is also regarded as the proponent of the three principles of spirituality, Gyan Yog, Karma Yog, and Bhakti Yog.Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated in magnificently to cherish the life events of Lord Krishna and people pray for a happy and prosperous life. Devotees, especially women, spend the night chanting prayers and devotional songs, dancing and lighting oil lamps. Various religious organisations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves for UAE

Paris (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. He will return to Paris for G7 Summit. PM Modi was on his first leg of a three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain.

PM Modi salutes great Indian nuclear physicist Homi Bhabha

Paris (France), Aug 23 (ANI): PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to great Indian nuclear physicist Homi Bhabha and to people who lost their lives in two air crashes including Air India plane crashes in 1950 and 1966 in France's Saint Gervais. PM Modi while addressing Indian community at UNESCO HQ in Paris said, "I salute all those including the great Indian nuclear physicist Homi Bhabha, who lost their lives in the two crashes (Air India plane crashes, in 1950 and 1966 in France's Saint Gervais)." Prime Minister Modi is on his first leg of a three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain.

PM Modi arrives at UNESCO office

Paris (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at UNESCO office in Paris on August 23. He met the Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay. He is on his first leg of a three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi is also scheduled to address the Indian diaspora in Paris.

UK along with Pak activist slams China, Pak for discriminating against religious minorities

New York, Aug 23 (ANI): United Nations met on safety of religious minorities' on August 22 and slammed China and Pakistan for discrimination against Ahmadis and Christians. President of Human Rights Focus Pakistan, Naveed Walter said, "Today, large number of people is marginalized in their own society. The biased behavior dwells in other areas also, like the minorities on basis of religious affiliation as like in Pakistan, Ahmadis having a situation, like China, growing no. of countries using national security as pretext for restricted religious expression at role of religion in public domain." Meanwhile, Lord Ahmad, Prime Minister's Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief, UK said, "United Kingdom has spoken up for rights of religious communities and minorities across world, from Uyghurs in China, Christians and Ahmadis in Pakistan."

Want to congratulate President Macron, entire France for G7 summit: PM Modi

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Narendra Modi said, "We are happy that 1st of the 36 Rafale fighter aircraft will be handed over to India next month. France is the first country with which we have signed civil nuclear arrangement." "I am excited to take part in G7 summit and I want to congratulate President Macron and entire France for the summit," PM Modi added.

Wanted India to be part of G7 as we can't move without them on several matters: Emmanuel Macron

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron said, "We spoke on G7. I wanted India to be a part of G7. I have changed some parts about how G7 is organised. Because, there are several matters in which we can't move without India, there are matters in which India's presence is important."

France, India walking on path of strategic partnership since last 2 decades: PM Modi

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Narendra Modi, said, "France and India did not only hold good talks but also took major steps. We are walking on the path of strategic partnership since last two decades."

Will have to work together on digital, cyber security: President Macron

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron said, "We have held talks with Narendra Modi on several issues including digital, cyber security and Africa. We will have to work on such matters together."

Will discuss Jaitapur Nuclear Power Project by end of 2019: President Macron

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron said, "If we talk about civil nuclear, there will be discussion on Jaitapur (Nuclear Power Project) by the end of this year, so that we can take Jaitapur project forward."

JandK situation: No 3rd party should interfere or incite violence, says President Macron

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron said, "PM Narendra Modi told me everything about Kashmir and the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. I said Pakistan and India will have to find a solution together and no third party should interfere or incite violence." "He told me about the recent decision taken by India and that it is in their sovereignty," he added. "It is important that peace is maintained there (JandK). We would always want peace and dialogue. I will talk to Pakistan Prime Minister as well after a few days and say that the talks should be held at bilateral level only," Macron further stated.

Congratulate PM Modi for his 2nd term electoral victory: President Emmanuel Macron

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron said, "I am meeting you (Prime Minister Narendra Modi) the first time after you won the election for the second term." "I congratulate you for your victory, which also shows how good is the democracy of India," Macron added.

1st Rafale aircraft will reach India by next month: President Emmanuel Macron

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. PM Modi reached in France on August 22 and met French President Emmanuel Macron. While addressing the joint statement along with PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron said, "We have expressed our condolences for what happened in JandK's Pulwama on February 14, 2019. We will continue to work together on terrorism. Our ties in Defence sector show how much we trust each other." "We have also affirmed that we will help in 'Make in India' and the first Rafale aircraft will reach India by next month," Macron added.

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at Chateau de Chantilly

Chateau de Chantilly (France), Aug 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on August 22. The bilateral meeting took place at Chateau de Chantilly in Paris. PM Narendra Modi has reached Paris on his first leg of the three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. The one important aspect of Indo-France relationship is on time-bound implementation of decisions. The two leaders took a comprehensive assessment of the relationship and established a timeline agenda for future cooperation in the coming years. During his visit to Paris, PM Modi is also scheduled to address the Indian community and inaugurate the memorial for the Indian victims of the Air India crashes at Nid D'Aigle.

Trump suggests India, other nations to fight against terrorists in Afghanistan

Washington (US), Aug 22 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump said that India, Iran, Russia and Turkey would have to fight against terrorists in Afghanistan at some point of time. "India is right there, they are not fighting it, we are fighting it," said Trump. "Pakistan is right next door. They are fighting it, very little, very, very little." "Not fair," he added. The US President was addressing mediapersons at the White House.

PM Modi arrives in Paris

Paris (France), Aug 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris on August 22. He is on a three-nation tour to France, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. Prime Minister will hold bilateral meetings with President of France Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Edouard Philippe. Dignitaries welcomed Indian Prime Minister at Charles de Gaulle Airport. Indian Envoy to France today termed India-France relationship as most comprehensive engagements in world.