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Zimbabwe in 'total internet shutdown' amid violent anti-fuel hike protests

New Delhi, Jan 19 (ANI): Thousands of Zimbabwean citizens were unable to access the internet on Friday after the government had ordered the nation's biggest telecom operator to shut down its services again, amid the violent anti-fuel hike demonstrations that have rocked the African nation since this week. Although violence abated in the capital Harare, most shops and businesses remained shut with the military and security forces patrolling the streets of the city. The total 'internet shutdown' comes after the United Nations has accused Zimbabwe's Army of committing human rights abuses on cracking down the protesters over the massive hike in fuel prices.

Second Trump-Kim summit to take place in late February

New Delhi, Jan 19 (ANI): US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un would have their second meeting "near the end of February", announced the White House. However, the White House also informed that the location for the meeting will be announced "on a later date". "President @realDonaldTrump looks forward to a second summit with Chairman Kim, which will take place near the end of February. Location will be announced at a later date." The White House tweeted. This was decided after Trump held talks with Kim Yong Chol, North Korea's lead negotiator on nuclear talks. Kim Jon-un has been firm on his stand that the government is committed to fulfilling its promise of achieving denuclearization.

Sindhis call for independence from Pakistan on GM Syed's 115th Birthday

Sann (Pakistan), Jan 18 (ANI): A large number of Sindhi activists carried out an anti-Pakistan protest march on the 115th birth anniversary of GM Syed, the founder of Sindhudesh movement, in his hometown, Sann. The activists from Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM) demanded freedom of the Sindh province from Pakistani occupation, the abolition of human rights abuses in Sindh and religious fundamentalism. Raising slogans against the Pakistan Army, the activists accused them of abducting and killing Sindhi human rights activists and scholars. Activists claim that a heavy contingent of Pakistani security forces besieged the outskirts of Sann and established checkpoints to harass and restrain Syed's followers from entering the town for two days. Several arrests were made and dozens of leaders and activists from different cities were abducted in order to stop the political gatherings of various Sindhi nationalist parties to be held on the eve of Syed's birthday. The banners and flags of Sindh

Motihari-Amlekhgunj petroleum pipeline project to come into operation from April

Birgunj (Nepal), Jan 17 (ANI): The cross border fuel supply project between India and Nepal is in progress and is certain to begin in April. While the installation of pipeline is in full swing, more than 7000 trees are needed to be cut-off being the barrier in the work remaining to be done on a total of 10 km from Parsa National Park. There are some prior procedures which are required to be finished in bid to complete the whole process of fixing the petroleum pipeline in the remaining area. In order to build an alternative means of cross border fuel supply, a petroleum products pipeline was launched in 2016 between India and Nepal. The proposed pipeline was planned to lay from Bihar's Motihari to Amlekhgunj in Nepal covering 32.7 km in Indian Territory and 37.25 km in Nepal territory. It remains as the first cross border project in entire South Asia.

Nissei's "Squid Ink" catches the fancy of both locals and tourists

Yaizu (Japan), Jan 17 (ANI): This food market located in Yaizu City of Japan is known as 'fish town'. Seafood and green tea is the speciality here and it remains crowded with local residents and tourists all the time. Japan is presently experiencing winter season but even this cold climate could not prevent customers from coming to this soft ice cream shop, located just outside the market. The most popular soft ice cream here is the black coloured 'squid ink', which has remained as a best-seller for more than 20 years. These soft ice creams are developed by "Nissei" -a long-established soft-cream maker in Japan- and local retail company "Shizutetsu Retailing". There are many flavors of soft ice cream in addition to classic flavors of vanilla and chocolate, that represent the specialty products of Shizuoka Prefecture, "Strawberry", "Matcha-green tea", and "Wasabi". This is "Shizuoka ice cream". It has a collection of three flavors representing local ingredients "green tea, wasabi, and r

ANA boosts sightseeing places in Japan

Aomori (Japan), Jan 17 (ANI): Aomori Prefecture located in Tohoku region of Japan. The region has a lot of sightseeing spots and ANA (All Nippon Airways) is introducing popular sightseeing places of Winter Aomori. Hakkoda Mountain is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Aomori that offer various experiences in all the four seasons. In winter season, many tourists from overseas come to Hakkoda Ropeway, especially, skiers and snow boarders to enjoy the winter sport. "Aomori Hotate (Scallop) Goya" is popular restaurant among tourists. It is located in front of JR Aomori Station. One of reasons of its popularity is fishing experience. After fishing, people can taste fresh Hotate (Scallop) either grilled or as sashimi or sushi. They can even try various dishes made using Hotate(Scallop). Nebuta Festival is one of the representative festivals in Japan, held every year from August 2 to 7. The highlight of the festival is the daily parade of enormous lantern float, flanked by large tai

Amid Brexit deadlock, Theresa May survives no-confidence vote

New Delhi, Jan 17 (ANI): Embattled British Prime Minister Theresa May on January 16 narrowly sailed through a no-confidence vote put forth by the opposition Labour Party, a day after her government suffered a historic defeat in the Brexit deal vote. May's ruling Conservative Party won the confidence motion by 325 votes to 306. A total of 631 MPs had participated in the voting process at the House of Commons, CNN reported. The no-confidence motion was tabled by Labour Party leader and Leader of Opposition in the UK Parliament Jeremy Corbyn. May's victory in the no-trust vote means that she would remain the British Prime Minister. But uncertainty still looms about the next steps to be taken, after her Brexit deal was voted down. Following the vote, May remained defiant about her Brexit deal, stating that her government would continue to work to ensure that the United Kingdom leaves the European Union, as part of the agreement.

Nepali villagers struggle to keep the age-old Bull Fight tradition alive

Nuwakot (Nepal), Jan 16 (ANI): The district of Nuwakot in Central Nepal draws a large number of revellers every year in mid-January. The region is known to host the annual festival of bullfighting that has a historical background dating back to over two centuries. This 226 years old tradition is organised annually and is still continued and maintained by the villagers themselves. The bullfighting which dates back to 1887, was introduced by the then Prince of Bajhang Jay Prithvi Bahadur Singh for entertainment, during his visit to his maternal uncle's house. Since then the locals of the Taruka Village, which is esteemed for bullfighting, has continued the tradition over the years. This annual festival that roots back to 225 years has been driving spectators from adjoining districts but the complaint rates have gone high. But the Government on the other side has never stopped expressing its promises with the people which have been implemented yet. The annual festival of bull taming in Ne

Theresa May loses crucial Brexit deal vote, to face no-confidence motion

New Delhi, Jan 16 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May suffered a humiliating defeat as her controversial Brexit deal plan, that allows the United Kingdom to leave the European Union, was voted down by the MPs at the House of Commons by a resounding majority of 230 on Tuesday. The deal was voted down by 432 votes to 202, the worst defeat for any sitting government in the UK. Around 118 Conservative Party MPs voted against May's Brexit plan, CNN reported. Labour Party leader and Leader of Opposition in the UK Parliament, Jeremy Corbyn, tabled a no-confidence motion against May that is expected to be heard at the House of Commons on Wednesday. After her deal was rejected by the UK Parliament, May said that she would hold talks with other parties on finding an ultimate resolution that would be acceptable to all. The British Prime Minister urged the parliamentarians to put party politics aside and think about the future. "This is the most significant vote that any of us will ever be p

Indian proposes setting up of 'India-Central Asia Development Group': EAM Swaraj in Uzbekistan

Samarkand (Uzbekistan), Jan 13 (ANI): Union External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj proposed setting up of 'India-Central Asia Development Group' to take forward development partnership between India and Central Asian countries. "All our countries will be represented in this G2G group. This Group will be requested to come up with concrete proposals", she added. EAM is on her two-day visit to Uzbekistan to attend first India-Central Asia Dialogue.

EAM Swaraj arrives in Uzbekistan's Samarkand

Samarkand (Uzbekistan), Jan 12 (ANI): Union External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj arrived in Uzbekistan's Samarkand on Saturday. She is there on a two-day visit. Swaraj will participate in the first India-Central Asia Dialogue in Samarkand.

Pakistan initiating demolition drive against Mojahirs in Karachi, claims MQM chief

London (United Kingdom), Jan 12 (ANI): Pakistan has started an anti-encroachment drive in Karachi, targeting Mohajirs and rendering them homeless, jobless, and forcing them to slavery, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) chief Altaf Hussain said in his latest live address to the Mohajirs via social media. "It is at the behest of the establishment and in active connivance with the country's apex court's Chief Justice, the provincial government and the local Metropolitan Corporation, homes and shops of the Mohajirs have been demolished in the garb of encroachments, while the fact is that they are the real owners of their homes and shops. In some cases they are the tenants for decades and have regularly been paying the rent to the authorities concerned such as the Metropolitan Corporation," Hussain said. "The authorities could only remove only those takeaway stalls which created a nuisance and led to traffic gridlocks and impeded free movement of the people on pavements and on roads but the ac

Indian embassy celebrates Vishwa Hindi Diwas

Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 11 (ANI): Every year, Vishwa Hindi Diwas is celebrated on January 10 to promote Hindi language. Indian embassies situated across the world also celebrate it. On this occasion, Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in collaboration with Central Hindi Department and Tribhuvan University marked the day with fervor and celebration. Nepal's Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Rabindra Adhikari graced the occasion as the chief guest. Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Manjeev Singh Puri read the message from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The website of Central Hindi Department, Tribhuvan University was also launched during this event. Also, two books which included Hindi translation of poems by Aadikavi Shri Bhanubhakta Acharya and late Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Nepal were released. This occasion also witnessed a Kavya Goshthi (poetry citation) wherein around 15 poets presented their compositions in Hindi and Nepali. More than 200 literary di

Massive anti-Pakistan protest erupts in PoK

Muzaffarabad (PoK), Jan 11 (ANI): A large number of local residents and political activists in Muzaffarabad city carried out a massive protest against the construction of Neelum-Jhelum hydro power project in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The protest was organized by United Kashmir National Students Organisation, the student wing of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP). They shouted slogans against the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) to demand immediate ban on the construction of the power project on the rivers, which is the prime source of water in the region. Pakistan has deprived the locals even from the basic usage of water. In a statement, UKPNP said, "Our forests, minerals, rivers and other resources are being looted and plundered by Pakistan since 1947. It is responsibility of the world community to save our lives and resources under illegal control of Pakistan and its institutions". Talking to ANI from Brussels Jamil Maqsood, who is Central Secreta

MUFG established partnership with Indonesian Bank Danamon

Jakarta (Indonesia), Jan 10 (ANI): Indonesia is an emerging economy. And to tap the market potential Japan's Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) has joined hands with Bank Danamon. The partnership enables harmonization of both strong points to enrich both country's people. Digitalization and use of advanced technology is the demand of modern age banking. MUFG and Bank Danamon will jointly fulfill the requirements with their strong partnership.

JCB issues credit card in Indonesia

Jakarta (Indonesia), Jan 10 (ANI): The usage of credit card in Indonesia is still low. Only 17 million people were issued credit cards out of approximately 260 million people. However, the credit market is increasing due to young population and economic growth. Bank Mandiri, which is one of the largest banks in Indonesia, announced its partnership with JCB International Indonesia, on issuing JCB Precious credit card to target premium customer. JCB is major global payment brand and leading payment card issuer and acquirer in Japan. This is the fifth time JCB has collaborated with banks in Indonesia to launch credit card. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliance with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase merchant coverage and card members base. Bank Mandiri is one of leading banks in Indonesia with financial service to customer that cover Corporate, Commercial, SME, Micro, Consumer Banking and Treasury business segment and

Integrated leadership of Gilgit-Baltistan to pose bigger challenge to Pakistan

Gilgit-Baltistan (PoK), Jan 06 (ANI): Gilgit leadership led by Awami Action Committee has been vigorous in its endeavors to get freedom from the clutches of Pakistan, which has been misruling the region for more than seven decades. Carrying out massive demonstrations and rallies, the besieged people are using every arrow in their quiver to put up a strong resistance against the authorities of Islamabad, who have been extremely authoritarian in dealing with public issues in the region. In its recent move, the leadership, staving off the potential of any further degradation in the relationship with PoK leadership has sought integration of two separate struggles of GB and PoK citing it would infuse more energy to the anti-Pakistan resistance and their movement would be more promising. Gilgit Baltistan activist Raja Mir Nawaz Mir while addressing a gathering said, "Draconian laws have been imposed on the people of the region by Pakistan. If anybody talks of his rights or representation, he

Trump pushes for wall yet again, despite government shutdown

Washington DC (United States), Jan 06 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has yet again called for the construction of a wall on the US' border with Mexico on Saturday (local time) despite a partial government shutdown over funding for the proposal. Trump had earlier shared the same 'Game of Thrones' inspired meme on his Instagram profile, on the same day when Democrats took over the House of Representatives on January 03. The House Democrats have time and again slammed the proposal, with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi going as far as calling Trump's electoral promise as an "immorality" and a "waste of money". The US President also outlined the alleged criminal activity which is taking place across the US-Mexico border due to the current lack of a continuous wall on Instagram on January 5 (local time). "We are working hard at the Border, but we need a WALL! In 2018, 1.7 million pounds of narcotics seized, 17,000 adults arrested with criminal records, and 6000 gang members, including MS-13, ap

Pakistan fuelling Khalistan movement; Indian forces, a step ahead

New Delhi, Jan 05: Assertive Indian forces, which are on a constant watch to protect the sovereignty of the country busted as many as 18 Khalistani modules in last two years confirmed a data tabled by the Union Minister of State for Home Hansraj Ahir on the floor of the Indian parliament. The report also that as many as 95 accused were arrested during this period. The incriminating evidence vividly suggests Islamabad's role in ramped- up efforts being made to revive the dead Khalistan movement. Islamabad has been unrelenting in its support to the anti-India elements. It has not only been financing their endeavors, but is also giving them access to its land to devise their sinister strategies. Sikhs For Justice, an organization based in the West has been at the forefront of propagating anti-India sentiments. All their methods, however, have failed as they have not been able to garner any traction amongst the Sikh community world over. After failing to garner popular support and after

Ready to keep shutdown going for months: Donald Trump

New Delhi, Jan 05 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump asserted that he is ready to keep the current government shutdown going for months or "even years." Addressing the mediapersons after a meeting with congressional leaders, Trump confirmed that he had mentioned during the meeting that he could keep the government closed for a very long period of time. Furthermore, Trump said he was mulling over calling for a national emergency in order to build a wall on the US-Mexico border.