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Watch: Vijay Mallya arrives at The Oval cricket ground to watch India vs Australia match

Oval (England), June 09 (ANI): Embattled liquor baron Vijay Mallya was spotted outside The Oval in London where India is playing against Australia in its second World Cup 2019 match. Vijay Mallya who is accused of defrauding Indian banks to the tune of Rs 9,000 crore, said that he was there to watch the World Cup match."I am here to watch the game." This is not the first time Vijay Mallya has been seen at a cricket match. He's been a regular face at most cricket matches involving India in the UK.

PM Modi signs visitors' book at Presidential Secretariat in Colombo

Colombo (Sri Lanka), Jun 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday. He visited Presidential Secretariat and signed visitors' book in Sri Lanka's Colombo. The Prime Minister also met Sri Lankan Leader of Opposition and Former President of Sri Lanka, Mahinda Rajapaksa. Earlier today, PM Modi also planted a sapling at president's secretariat residence. He is the first foreign leader, who visited Sri Lanka after the Easter terror attack. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka.

PM Modi hails India's democracy while interacting with expatriates in Sri Lanka

Colombo (Sri Lanka), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with Indian community at India House in Colombo. While addressing the Indian diaspora, he hailed Indian democracy by saying, "Democracy is a part of India's ethos, after independence, this is the largest voter turnout that the elections saw." The Prime Minister is on a two-day visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka.

Watch: PM Modi greets Indian diaspora after his address at India House in Colombo

Colombo (Sri Lanka), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people after his address at India House in Colombo. He addressed the Indian community and expressed his pleasure at meeting the Indian community.

PM Modi expresses his pleasure at meeting Indian diaspora in Colombo

Colombo (Sri Lanka), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with Indian community at India House in Colombo. While addressing the Indian diaspora, he expressed his pleasure at meeting the Indian community during his address, along with speaking on the recently culminated Lok Sabha elections which propelled him to power for the second consecutive term.

PM Modi meets TNA delegation in Colombo

Colombo (Sri Lanka), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met Tamil National Alliance (TNA) delegation in Colombo. The delegation led by R. Sampanthan had a fruitful discussion with the Prime Minister. The TNA delegation also congratulated PM Modi on his recent electoral victory in Lok Sabha election. PM Modi is the first foreign leader, who visited Sri Lanka after the Easter terror attack. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka.

PM Modi accorded ceremonial welcome in Colombo

Colombo (Sri Lanka), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome in Colombo today. Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena was also present during PM Modi's ceremonial welcome. PM Modi also planted a sapling at the Presidential Secretariat. Later, the PM will meet several dignitaries in Colombo. PM's stopover in Sri Lanka has been viewed as India's humane approach towards the people of island-nation after the Easter Sunday blasts and a part of India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.

PM Modi departs for Sri Lanka from Maldives

Male (Maldives), June 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Sri Lanka from Maldives's Male today. PM Modi will meet Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena later in the day. During his visit, PM will hold discussions with Maithripala Sirisena. PM Modi will be the first foreign leader to visit the island nation after the Easter bombings that killed over 250 people, including 11 Indians. This will be Modi's third visit to Sri Lanka. Earlier, he visited the country in 2015 and 2017.

PM Modi, Maldives president hold delegation level talk

Male (Maldives), Jun 08 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Maldives, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on Saturday held delegation level talks in Male. Both the leaders were expected to discuss bilateral relations. PM Modi arrived in Maldives on his first official foreign visit after taking oath for second consecutive term. He was given a ceremonial welcome in Male. PM Modi is on two-visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka.

People in Amritsar seek relief from heat wave

Amritsar (Punjab), June 06: Earthen pots or Matkas are selling like hotcakes in Punjab's Amritsar town where the mercury has skyrocketed in the last couple of weeks. People are finding it as the last source of respite amid the sizzling heat that has left almost everything parched. This creative Indian method to fight the heat has been in use for ages. The sale of 'Matka' in Amritsar has also risen tremendously as people seek respite from the heat. It is a rare time in the year where the potter and the seller of Matka get good returns from their work. People believe that these Matkas are a part of the Indian heritage and it is a better option than refrigerator, which is a modern discovery. The use of Matka is beneficial for the environment and it showcases the uniqueness of Indian culture. The Matka has been an inherent part of a countryside life and lifestyle but lately it has consolidated itself in the urban household too.

India's support in cricket would mean a lot to us: Maldives Sports Minister

Male (Maldives), Jun 08 (ANI): Prime Minster Narendra Modi's ongoing visit to the Maldives will focus on both nations trying to better bilateral relations and sports is something which is expected to boost the relationship between the two countries. India has offered to lay the infrastructure for cricket in the island nation, which has generously accepted it saying India's support would mean a lot for them. "We received a lot of support from the Indian government in area of youth and sports. We had a successful meeting with BCCI and we expect they will help us develop cricket here. India's support would mean a lot to us," said Ahmed Mahloof, Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment, Maldives. Mahloof believed that India's support could thrive cricket in Maldives like it did in Afghanistan, and his country is also expecting BCCI to adopt Maldives's cricket board.

PM Modi receives ceremonial reception at Republic Square in Male

Male (Maldives), Jun 08 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Maldives on his first official foreign visit after taking oath for second straight term, was given a ceremonial welcome in Male. PM Modi was received by President of Maldives, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih when he arrived at Republic Square. PM Modi who couldn't visit the island nation for official bilateral visit during his first tenure due to political situations in Maldives, has chosen the country for his first official visit after assuming charge for the second time. PM Modi is on two-visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka.

PM Modi arrives in Maldives

Male (Maldives), Jun 08 (ANI): In his first bilateral visit after taking office in his second term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Maldives's Male. PM Modi to be conferred maldives' highest honour accorded to foreign dignitaries.

Kazakhstan elections: Our policies will be better for country, says Opposition

Astana (Kazakhstan), June 08 (ANI): As the presidential elections in Kazakhstan are scheduled to be held on June 09, the Opposition said their policies will be better for the country, if they get elected. After the Nursultan Nazarbayev resigned from the post of President of Kazakhstan, Presidential ship was transferred to the Speaker of the Senate (Upper house) Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who later announced about the early presidential elections. It is also the first time in almost thirty years that a new President of the Republic of Kazakhstan will be elected. Toleutai Rekhimbekov, Presidential candidate for AUYL(village) Social Democratic Party in an interview told the ANI, "I see the future of Kazakhstan as a prosperous, secular and democratic country, with good international position. Our main agenda is the development of agriculture production. We also want to develop the chemical industry, food industry, science and technology, education etc. We have a good geographical position in

Theresa May officially resigns as UK Prime Minister

New Delhi, Jun 07 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May formally resigned as the head of the Conservative Party on Friday, setting off the campaign among eleven Members of Parliament to replace her, both as the party head and the country's PM. However, May will remain the acting Prime Minister until a new leader is chosen, reports Sputnik. At least eleven Conservative MPs are aiming to replace her. May assumed the Prime Minister's office in July 2016 after her predecessor and party colleague David Cameron stepped down from the post, following the Brexit referendum, which saw 52 per cent of the electorate voting in favour of the country leaving the EU. Last month, the EU leaders agreed to delay the Brexit process to another six months, with October 31 as the new date for the UK's withdrawal from the European bloc.

Pakistan is responsible for growing terrorism in South Asia, say Experts

London (United Kingdom), June 05 (ANI): A number of renowned scholars, who gathered recently in English capital London to discuss the growing menace of terrorism in South Asia and its neighbours, have categorically blamed Pakistan for deteriorating peace in the region. The statements came in a seminar which was organised by the Democracy forum, a non-governmental organisation that works intensively to promote the ideals of democracy, pluralism and tolerance. In the light of growing number terror attacks in South Asia, the seminar focused at the fundamentals of terrorism in south Asia and its proliferation thereafter. Professor and a counter-terrorism expert Dr. Christine Fair asserted that it was Pakistan which gave birth to terrorism in order to set and achieve its diabolic agenda in the region. The United States which supported Pakistan for years has long been frustrated by what it sees as Pakistan's reluctance to act against groups such as the Afghan Taliban and the Haqqani network

Nepal marks Eid al-Fitr with fervour

Kathmandu (Nepal), Jun 05 (ANI): Muslims in Nepal on Wednesday celebrated Eid-al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan with great fervour and festivities. The Islam followers on Wednesday gathered at the Jame Masjid in the capital city of Kathmandu to participate in prayers and exchange greetings with each other. Eid al-Fitr- Arabic for "the feast of the breaking of the fast"- when the Muslims return to regular eating cycles after undergoing vigorous fasting during the entire month of Ramadan. On this day, Muslims enjoy a small breakfast ahead of the morning prayers and then visit friends and relatives where a lavish feast is served. Gifts are also exchanged along with clothes and other presents. Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli also extended his wishes reiterating to consolidate the feeling of harmony and national unity in the country. The Government of Nepal on Tuesday declared a public holiday on the day of Eid Al-Fitr where Islamic devotees mark the day with offer

Protest held in PoK on World Environment Day to save Neelum-Jhelum Rivers

Muzaffarabad (PoK), Jun 05 (ANI): On the occasion of World Environment Day, the people in Muzaffarabad city of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) carried out a protest against the government's decision to divert the water of River Jhelum and build hydro-power projects that it built on River Neelum. The people have been protesting for the past 72 days. The residents of Muzaffarabad now want that river water levels should be restored to internationally set standards. They also demand that government that has been extensively involved in the damage of ecology along the river must work expeditiously into protecting the environment and plant the trees it has promised on a number of occasions. This movement against the government, which started with a few people, gathered steam after an appeal by the leaders to unite against the cruel designs of establishment, resonated amongst the masses. The construction of hydropower projects on river Neelum had severely affected the life of indigenous peop

ICC WC 2019: Fans cheer up as Indian Cricket team gears up for first match

Southampton (England), Jun 05 (ANI): Players of Indian cricket team are all set to play their first match of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 against South Africa today. Fans were seen cheering up for the team outside the stadium. While speaking to ANI, a cricket fan said, "We want India to win the match. We are going to support the team but we know it from the bottom of our heart that India will end up winning". Another excited fan narrated, "We are excited as this is India's first match in the world cup. We need to win this match anyhow. We will support the team and wish India ends up winning the match". "We have come from India specially to watch the match. We have also bought a flag with us to cheer up for the team", said a fan from India.

Donald Trump a controversial President, says UK Foreign Secretary

New Delhi, Jun 04 (ANI): British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt called Donald Trump a "controversial president," as the US President reached the United Kingdom on a three-day official visit on Monday. "Of course, he's a very controversial president but he's also a great friend of Britain. He's been a great supporter of Britain in our post-Brexit context and we work very closely with America throughout the world so this is a celebration of our present relationship as well as what's happened in the past," the British politician said. The US President landed in the United Kingdom for his state visit yesterday. He attended a lavish state banquet hosted by Queen Elizabeth II at the Buckingham Palace on Monday evening. He will hold a bilateral meeting with outgoing UK Prime Minister Theresa May at Downing Street today. His daughter and advisor, Ivanka Trump will be in attendance for the bilateral.