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Vice President Naidu arrives in Zimbabwe

Harare (Zimbabwe), Nov 03 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Friday arrived at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Zimbabwe's Harare. Vice President of Zimbawe Constantino Chiwenga received Naidu at the airport. Naidu is on a three-nation visit to Botswana, Zimbabwe and Malawi. Naidu will be in Zimbabwe from November 2 to November 4, where he will meet with the Foreign Minister and lay the foundation stone of the Chancery project.

President Trump offers Heather Nauert US Ambassador to UN job

Washington DC (US), Nov 02 (ANI): President of the United States of America (USA) Donald Trump offered US Ambassador to United Nations (UN) job to state department spokesperson Heather Nauert. Nauert has been offered job to replace the outgoing US Ambassador to UN, Nikki Haley. Earlier this month, Haley announced that she is quitting from the post. Former Fox News journalist Nauert was appointed as spokesperson for the state department in April 2017. Heather has served under former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson as well as incumbent Mike Pompeo.

Vice President Naidu praises Indian diaspora in Botswana

Gaborone (Botswana), Nov 02 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu attended the Indian Community Reception at Baisago Convention Centre in Gaborone. While addressing the Indian diaspora, the Vice President praised the community's contribution towards the friendly relations between Botswana and India. He also appreciated their contribution to Botswana's economy.

Shimizu introduces Tradition of construction

Tokyo (Japan), Nov 01 (ANI): This is Yoyogi National Gymnasium. It was constructed in 1964 for Tokyo Olympics by Japanese construction company Shimizu Corporation. Recently, "Shimizu Corporation" held a public lecture "Shimizu Open Academy" with the theme of "Yoyogi National Gymnasium Construction History". A documentary video that recorded the history of "Yoyogi National Gymnasium" construction over 13 months was screened for audience. This gymnasium is still one of the most symbolic buildings for both the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and Shimizu Corporation. After the screening, "Mamoru Kawaguchi" who designed the gymnasium, spoke about the building technology, methods for supporting roofs and motif of traditional Japanese roofs. The architecture of the "Yoyogi National Gymnasium" has an important meaning for "Shimizu Corporation". Shimizu Corporation

Big tea ceremony event held in Tokyo

Tokyo (Japan), Nov 01 (ANI): Tokyo Metropolitan Government held "Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony 2018" in Hama Rikyu Gardens. This autumn event aims to introduce wide and rich traditional culture and arts of Japan to domestic and foreign people visiting Tokyo through tea ceremony and other cultural events. While enjoying real taste of Japanese tea, visitors experience authentic style of ancient Japan and listen to in-depth English explanation of the tea ceremony. This event is the best place for foreigners who do not have a fair idea about tea ceremonies. Tea ceremony club high school students also hosted outdoor ceremony. This teacher usually teaches English at school and he was taught the etiquettes involved in tea ceremony by his students. One of the main highlights of this event is being able to see such great mutual exchange of culture. This outdoor tea ceremony is for beginners to learn basics of tea ceremony. There are many foreign tourists, and they are fascinated by knowing depth an

Nissei accelerates soft ice-cream consumption

Osaka (Japan), Nov 01 (ANI): This unique blue and white soft ice cream that this shop sells is loved by many tourists regardless of age. There are many people who come specifically to try this ice-cream and this idea gave birth to a co-operation between soft ice-cream company "Nissei" and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is one of the world's largest aquariums. It contains a huge water tank that is able to accommodate whale shark, which is the largest known fish species in the world. Tourists from around the world come here to see it. This is the limited edition of soft- ice cream in this aquarium. It is made in a way that it resembles the whale shark in terms of design by using blue color for soda taste and white color for vanilla taste. Another aspect loved by many people is being able to share this unique product on their social media page. The brains behind developing such unique ideas to revitalize Japan's attractions are many companies who are leaving no stone unt

India, Botswana engagement has enhanced over years in areas of defence, trade and business: VP Naidu

Gaborone (Botswana), Nov 01 (ANI): While addressing a gathering in Botswana's Gaborone, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said, "India's relation with Botswana has remained close and warm. Our engagement has enhanced over the years including in the areas of defence and security, trade and business, healthcare and capacity building".

7 killed, 14 injured in Kabul prison explosion

New Delhi, Oct 31 (ANI): An explosion rattled the Pul-e-Charkhi prison on Wednesday morning, leaving seven people dead and 14 injured. Officials from the Ministry of Interior told TOLOnews that perpetrators targeted an employee vehicle at the prison's gate. Furthermore, security forces confirmed that most of the employees in the vehicle were women. Further investigation is still underway.

I feel proud that I could sing 'Vaishnav Jan': Kuwaiti singer Mubarak Al-Rashid

Kuwait City (Kuwait), Oct 31 (ANI): A Kuwaiti singer Mubarak Al-Rashid mesmerised External Affairs Sushma Swaraj by singing Mahatma Gandhi's favourite bhajan 'Vaishnav Jan to Tene Kahiye' during an event in Kuwait City. Mubarak Al-Rashid said that he is happy that EAM appreciated his efforts. "I am proud that I sang the song for one of the world's most respected personality Mahatma Gandhi", said Mubarak while talking to ANI.

Watch: Kuwaiti singer sings Mahatma Gandhi's favourite bhajan 'Vaishnav Jan' in presence of EAM Swaraj

Kuwait City (Kuwait), Oct 31 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj addressed Indian community in Kuwait on Tuesday. During the event a Kuwaiti singer Mubarak Al-Rashid enthralled the audience by singing Mahatma Gandhi's favourite bhajan 'Vaishnav Jan to Tene Kahiye'. EAM Swaraj appreciated his tremendous singing skills. EAM Swaraj is on her second leg of Gulf countries visit to Qatar and Kuwait.

Indian community welcomes EAM Swaraj in Kuwait

Kuwait City (Kuwait), Oct 31 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who is on her visit to Kuwait, attended an Indian community event in Kuwait City on Tuesday. The Indian community welcomed EAM's visit to the Gulf country. "It was amazing to see Minister Swaraj in Kuwait, we welcome her visit", said NRI Maria James.

Watch: London witnesses pre-Diwali celebrations

London (UK), Oct 30 (ANI): As Diwali is around the corner, Indian community was seen indulged in pre-Diwali celebrations in London's Trafalgar Square on Tuesday. People of London also enjoyed and embraced the pre-celebrations of the festival of light. This year Dhanteras will be celebrated on the 5th and Diwali on 7th of November. Diwali is one of the most prominent festivals celebrated in India. The festival represents the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. It's is a colourful occasion celebrated with prayers, fireworks, lights and lamps.

Indian community appreciates EAM Sushma Swaraj's visit to Qatar

Doha (Qatar), Oct 30 (ANI): The Indian community living in Qatar was happy after meeting External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in Doha. It is the first time that Indian External Affairs Minister visited the country. "It was great to meet EAM Sushma Swaraj in Doha, she is a hope of inspiration for woman, she came with great agenda to the country", said Kala an NRI. "We were anxiously waiting for her from past so many years, it was great that she finally came", said Sushmita Patnaik. EAM Swaraj is on her 4-day visit to Gulf countries of Qatar and Kuwait.

Joint declaration signed between India-Qatar during EAM Swaraj's visit: Indian Ambassador to Qatar

Doha (Qatar), Oct 30 (ANI): A joint declaration was signed between India and Qatar during External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's visit to the country, informed Indian Ambassador to Qatar P Kumaran. "Joint declaration was signed to set up joint commission between the two countries which is an umbrella mechanism to bring bilateral dialogue mechanism", said Ambassador Kumaran. EAM Sushma Swaraj is on her 4-day visit to Gulf countries of Qatar and Kuwait.

Watch: PM Modi, Shinzo Abe hold delegation level talks in Tokyo

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation level talks with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe on the final day of his official two-day visit to the archipelago nation on Monday. Following a banquet dinner hosted by the Japanese Prime Minister in the evening, Prime Minister Modi will emplane for his journey back to New Delhi.

Watch: PM Modi, Shinzo Abe witness exchange of MoUs between India and Japan

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe signed and exchanged Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) between India and Japan in Tokyo on Monday. Earlier, both the leaders have held delegation level talks. Following a banquet dinner hosted by the Japanese Prime Minister in the evening, Prime Minister Modi will emplane for his journey back to New Delhi.

Watch: PM Modi receives guard of honour in Tokyo

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday received guard of honour in the presence of Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe in Tokyo. He will also hold delegation level talks with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe on the final day of his official two-day visit to the archipelago nation on Monday. Following a banquet dinner hosted by the Japanese Prime Minister in the evening, Prime Minister Modi will emplane for his journey back to New Delhi.

Nepal PM admitted to hospital due to seasonal flu

Kathmandu (Nepal), Oct 29 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister, K P Oli, has been admitted to the Manmohan Cardiovascular Center in Nepal's Maharagunj district, on Monday due to a lung infection. He had been ill for the past few days due to seasonal flu. Various political leaders from Nepal's ruling alliance made their way to see admitted Nepal's PM Oli. Doctors had suggested Oli get rest for three days after his health condition deteriorated due to cold and fever. Oli was rushed to the hospital on Sunday after he complained about the difficulty in breathing. Oli, who had stayed away from meetings and public programmes for the past few days, briefly attended the Cabinet meeting at his official residence in Baluwatar. Oli who earlier had undergone kidney transplant is now having increased infection in the chest and his immunity power has gone down.

During 2014-17, over 200 new Japanese companies have started operating in India: PM Modi

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 'Make in India: India-Japan Partnership in Africa and Digital Partnership' seminar in Japan's Tokyo on Monday. While addressing the gathering, he said, "More than 200 Japanese companies have started to operate in India and the number is still growing". He further added, "Some years ago, I spoke about making a mini-Japan in India. It's a matter of great happiness for me that today you are working in an even larger number in India".

PM Modi attends 'Make in India: India-Japan Partnership in Africa and Digital Partnership' seminar

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended 'Make in India: India-Japan Partnership in Africa and Digital Partnership' seminar on Monday. The seminar was held in Japan's Tokyo on Monday. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval was also present at the seminar.