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Watch: First look of Rafale fighter jet for IAF

Istres-Le Tube Air Base (France), Nov 13 (ANI): Here is a first look of the French made twin-engine Rafale fighter jets manufactured by Dassault Aviation in partnership with Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. The 36 fighter jets will be delivered to India by 2019.

IAF will be handed over first Rafale fighter in Sept 2019: Dassault CEO

Istress-Le Tube Air Base (France), Nov 13 (ANI): Dassault Aviation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Eric Trappier in an exclusive interview to ANI said, "The first delivery of Rafale aircraft to the IAF (India Air Force) is going to take place next year in September as per the contract. It is totally in time".

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu leaves for Delhi from Paris

Paris (France), Nov 12 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu left for Delhi from his three day visit to Paris in France. Naidu was accompanied by his wife M Usha Naidu. During his visit, the Vice President addressed the Indian diaspora, inaugurated the Indian Armed Forces Memorial and attended the Paris Peace Forum which was held to commemorate the centenary of the Armistice of World War 1.

USA condemns Tanzania govt for crackdown on LGBT

New Delhi, Nov 11 (ANI): The United States of America (USA) strongly condemned the crackdown on the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) community by Tanzania government. According to an official statement, the US government was deeply concerned over escalating attacks and legislative actions by government of Tanzania. The statement further said that Tanzanian government violated civil liberties and human rights. It also said that continued arrests and harassment of marginalized persons including lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender among others who seek to exercise their rights to freedom of speech, association and assembly have troubled US. The Governor of Dar es Salaam vowed to arrest all Tanzanian citizens belonging to the LGBT community.

M Venkaiah Naidu meets UNESCO Director General in Paris

Paris (France), Nov 10 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu met Director General of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Audrey Azoulay, in Paris on November 10. During the meeting, he reaffirmed India's commitment for 2030 agenda for Sustainable Development. The Vice President had earlier arrived in Paris for three-day official visit to France.

India is close to becoming a 5 trillion economy by 2025: VP Venkaiah Naidu

Paris (France), Nov 10 (ANI): Interacting with the Indian diaspora in Paris on November 9, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu talked about India's economic growth. He said that even the economy of the world slowed down, even our neighbours slowed down, but India is moving fast forward. He also said that India is one of the fastest major economies in the world today. Naidu said, "India with the current growth rate of 8.2 percent is close to becoming a 5 trillion economy by 2025. The economy of the world slowed down, even our neighbours slowed down, but India is moving fast forward." The Vice President is on a three-day official visit to France.

Wildfire displaces thousands in California

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): A fast-moving wildfire in Chico, North California, burnt a hospital, hundreds of homes led to the displacement of thousands on Thursday. The blaze which began early on November 8 would further add to the list of worst wildfires that have been occurring in California over the past years. The flames have already destroyed 6,21,743 acres (251,610 hectares) of land, nearly twice the amount during the same period of 2017 and nearly triple the five-year average, Khaleej Times reported. The situation is gradually getting worse with time. Escape routes near the city have been blocked leading to more traffic accidents in the area. No deaths have been reported till now.

US confirms sending representative to Moscow meeting on Afghanistan

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): United States Department deputy spokesperson Robert Palladino confirmed that United States Embassy in Moscow will send a representative to a meeting in the city on Afghanistan. He also said that the decision has been taken after a consensus was reached with the Afghan government. The much anticipated meeting organised by Russia is slated to take place in Moscow on November 9.

Kyocera introduces AI technology for safe driving

Tokyo (Japan), Nov 08 (ANI): Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies, "CEATEC Japan 2018" was recently held in Makuhari Messe, Tokyo. Kyocera introduced its latest contribution to the ever-growing automobile industry. Its newly developed 3D displaying system projects drivers various visual warnings such as pedestrians and other cars in blind spots by detecting them early with its original auto-sensing system. The car can also provide up-to-date traffic signal information by linking with different roadside processing units. In this booth, visitors can actually ride in model car and experience 3D display system. Many audiences came and gathered to view this, as it is one of the most remarkable features and were captivated by this latest technology on display. The product, "Amcena" from Kyocera received Minister Award, one of most prestigious awards within this field given in Japan. This small antenna developed for improvement of strength against signal minimization caused by metal o

MEPs, scholars criticise China-Pakistan Economic Corridor in European Parliament

Brussels (Belgium), Nov 8 (ANI): The Members of European Parliament along with scholars and academicians have strongly criticised the multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) while discussing the interrelated legal, geo-strategic, economic and environmental impacts at the European Parliament in Brussels on Tuesday. They were speaking at a seminar titled "CPEC - East India Company Mark II?" which was organised by the European Foundation for South Asian Studies (EFSAS) under the aegis of Jonathan Bullock, the Member of European Parliament. Geoffrey Van Orden, MEP, Chair of the Delegation for Relations with India and Vice-Chair of the Special Committee on Terrorism, analyzed whether the building of the multi-billion Economic Corridor throughout Pakistan had parallels with the East India Company and argued that acquiring control of trade, inevitably translates into governmental influence, which is very well the case with CPEC. While illustrating the current global bala

Nepal celebrates Kukur Tihar

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 06 (ANI): Hindus in Nepal observed Kukur Tihar on Tuesday where they worshipped dogs and offered them food garlands and marked their forehead with a 'tilak'. Tihar, the second biggest festival of Nepali Hindus, also includes worship of crows and cows. There are many stories and tales behind the celebration and links believed to have been established in between human and dogs. Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, has a plot of Yudhistir's refusal to enter heaven without his devoted dog which represents the concept of dharma and path of righteousness. The dog, the most loyal friend of a man, is regarded as the symbol of Yama, the lord of death.

Protesters in Gilgit demand justice for suspended cop

Islamabad, Pakistan November 05, 2018:- Students from Gilgit Baltistan studying in Islamabad carried out a demonstration to demand the reinstatement of Mirza Hassan, a Station House Officer (SHO) who was suspended from his duty after being framed under false charges. Hassan, who hails from Ghizer city, became a victim to the political thuggery and retribution after he apprehended a police constable, who was involved in running an illegal liquor cartel under the patronage of PML (N) party. PML (N), which headed the previous dispensation, is a major opposition party of the country and enjoys an even greater sway in the occupied Gilgit Baltistan.

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu briefs Indian community on development in India

Lilongwe (Malawi), Nov 05 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu briefed the Indian community on the economic and infrastructural developments in India. Venkaiah Naidu said, "Our government has taken number of measures. An ambitious plan to build next generation 100 smart cities, 10 Greenfield airports, 100 new regional airports, 7 high speed corridors, introduction of a bullet train is also planned. 5 major ports are being developed, around 10,000 km of highways were built in last year, and 111 rivers have been identified as national waterways. We are modernising our railways, we have metro in all the major metro cities in the country." Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Lilongwe, the capital of Malawi on November 04 on the final leg of his three-nation Africa tour.

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu arrives in Malawi

Lilongwe (Malawi), Nov 05 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Lilongwe, the capital of Malawi on Sunday on the final leg of his three-nation Africa tour. He was received by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Malawi, Dr Emmanuel Fabiano, Minister of Education, Science and Technology of Malawi, V Bright Masaka. He is set to address the Indian community at a reception function in Lilongwe.

Venkaiah Naidu addresses Indian community in Malawi

Lilongwe (Malawi), Nov 05 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu has said that he is happy to note that the Indian community in Malawi is providing leadership in various sectors. Venkaiah Naidu said, "I am happy to note that you have made significant contribution to find a place of leadership in economic activities of the country. Some of you have attained positions of excellence, in your respective professions." Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Lilongwe, the capital of Malawi on November 04 on the final leg of his three-nation Africa tour.

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu pays tribute to fallen heroes of Zimbabwe's liberation war

Harare (Zimbabwe), Nov 04 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu visited National Heroes Acre administered under National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe in Zimbabwe's Harare on Saturday. The memorial honours the tens of thousands of soldiers who sacrificed their lives to free Zimbabwe. An Indian origin revolutionary Kantibhai Gordanbhai Patel's body too rests here. He had contributed immensely in Zimbabwe's war of liberation.

Activists, scholars raise concern over China's failure to protect human rights

Geneva (Switzerland), Nov 03 (ANI): Human rights activists and academicians have raised serious concern over Beijing's failure to protect human rights of indigenous and minority communities in the country, especially Xinjiang and Tibet. Department of Information and International and Relations (DIIR) and office of Tibet Geneva have jointly organised a forum under the title "Making China Accountable under UN Human Rights Mechanism" at the Centre International de Conferences, Geneva on Friday. It aims to expose China's failure to implement the recommendations by the United Nations Human Rights Council in its Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in 2013. Sonam N Dagpo, Organiser, Central Tibetan Administration, Geneva said," China is following a new colonial policy and they are expanding and building roads and belt. So, these are some policies which Chinese are doing to not only to deny human rights but also to destroy the environment of the area where they occupy it."

Maulana Samiul Haq's supporters burn down Rashakai toll plaza

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Pakistan), Nov 03 (ANI): Supporters of former Pakistan senator and Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Sami (JUI-S) chief Maulana Samiul Haq burnt down Rashakai toll plaza in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on November 1. Haq was also known as the 'Father of Taliban'. He was stabbed to death at his residence in Rawalpindi on November 1. Haq was elected as a senator in 1985 before he was again elected in 1991. His death came at a time when Pakistan is going through a volatile religious-political crisis over Supreme Court acquitting Asia Bibi in a blasphemy case.

India is favourite destination for foreign investment: Venkaiah Naidu

Harare (Zimbabwe), Nov 03 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday said that India is the most favourite destination for foreign investment while urging the Indian Diaspora in Zimbabwe to invest in India. Naidu while addressing the Indian Diaspora said, "India is the most favourite destination for foreign investment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a three line mantra to all i.e. Reform, Perform and transform. In India reforms are having in full swing, in every sector." Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Zimbabwe's Harare yesterday.

Indians in Zimbabwe serves as living bridge between the two countries: Venkaiah Naidu

Harare (Zimbabwe), Nov 03 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday said the Indian community in Zimbabwe serves as a living bridge between the two countries. Naidu while addressing the Indian Diaspora said, "I am pleased to learn that the Indian Community in Zimbabwe, though small in number, is making significant contribution to the progress of this country in diverse areas and as entrepreneurs, you also serve as a living bridge between the two countries." Naidu further added, "I strongly believe, because of our innate nature of being very hard working, peace loving and spirit to integrate with the larger community that you have flourished in this country and have earned deep respect for yourselves and for India."