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Indian High Commission celebrates 'India Day' at London Fashion Week

London (UK), Feb 16 (ANI): Indian High Commission celebrated special "India Day" at the London Fashion Week. The event took place in Victoria House on February 15. Indian fashion design, talent and textiles were displayed during the fashion week. It was a fashion show of the attires designed by the young designers from India and a show of Indian Saree to celebrate India Day. The splendid showcase of the sarees from various states of India displayed skills of the artisans and six yards of sheer elengance. The UK is a key export market for India's impressive textile industry.

'COVID-19' death toll in China reaches 1,380, confirmed cases surge to 64,000

New Delhi, Feb 14 (ANI): The death toll from the Novel Coronavirus outbreak in mainland China has risen to 1380, while the number of confirmed cases has reached 63,851, country's National Health Commission said on Feb 14. Over 100s of health care workers have been stricken by the virus. The new strain of coronavirus originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has since then spread to several countries across the world, including India.

Request banks to take back 100 percentage of their principal amount: Vijay Mallya

London (UK), Feb 14 (ANI): Liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya once again asked the Indian banks to take back 100 per cent of the principal amount owed to them at the end of his three-day British High Court appeal on Thursday against an extradition order to India. On being asked that he will give the money back to Indian banks, Mallya said, "CBI and ED have been unreasonable, all they have been doing to me over the past 4 years is totally unreasonable. I request the banks with folded hands to take 100 per cent of your principal back immediately."

Pashtuns hold anti-Pakistan protest in Paris

Paris (France), Feb 09 (ANI): A large number of Pashtuns living in France and Europe gathered outside Pakistan embassy in Paris on February 08 to protest against the abduction of Manzoor Pashteen. Manzoor Pashteen is a human rights activist and founder of Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM). Protestors chanted freedom slogans and blamed Pakistan Army for terror in the Pashtun dominated areas of Pakistan. Manzoor Pashteen was taken into custody in Peshawar along with nine others from his Pashtun Protection Movement on January 26. Pashteen has drawn tens of thousands to rallies in cities around Pakistan accusing the government and army of human rights abuses. Pashtuns living in Pakistan and across the world are protesting against the arrest of Manzoor Pashteen.

Iranian regime must abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons: Donald Trump

Washington DC (US), Feb 05 (ANI): United States (US) president Donald Trump delivered his third State of the Union (SOTU) address to a Joint Session of the United States Congress. Addressing the session, Trump said, "Iranian regime must abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons, stop spreading terror, death and destruction and start working for the good of its own people." He further added, "Because of our powerful sanctions Iranian economy is doing very poorly, we can help them make very good and short time recovery but perhaps they're too proud or foolish to ask for help. We're here, let's see which road they choose, it is up to them."

Determined to bring peace between Israel, Palestine: Donald Trump

Washington DC (US), Feb 05 (ANI): United States (US) president Donald Trump delivered his third State of the Union (SOTU) address to a Joint Session of the United States Congress. Addressing the session, Trump said that America is determined to bring peace between Israel and Palestine. He said, "My administration is also strongly defending our national security and combating radical Islamic terrorism. Last week, I announced a groundbreaking plan for peace between Israel and the Palestinians. Recognizing that all past attempts have failed, we must be determined and creative in order to stabilize the region." He further added, "3 years ago, the barbarians of ISIS held about 20,000 square miles of territory in Iraq and Syria, today the ISIS territorial caliphate has been 100 % destroyed and the founder and leader of ISIS Al-Baghdadi is dead."

Will take all necessary steps to safeguard Americans from coronavirus threat: Donald Trump

Washington DC (US), Feb 05 (ANI): United States (US) president Donald Trump delivered his third State of the Union (SOTU) address to a Joint Session of the United States Congress. Addressing the session, Trump spoke about threat of coronavirus outbreak which the world is facing at the moment. He said, "We're working with the Chinese government and working closely together on Coronavirus outbreak in China. My administration will take all necessary steps to safeguard our citizens from this threat." He further asserted that the AIDS epidemic will be eradicated from America by the end of this decade. The address comes amid his ongoing impeachment trial in the Senate.

Pashtuns protest outside Pak Embassy in London against arrest of Manzoor Pashteen

London (United Kingdom), Feb 03 (ANI): A large number of Pashtuns, living in UK and Europe, gathered outside the Pakistan Embassy in London on February 02. They were protesting against the arrest of Manzoor Pashteen, a human rights activist and founder of Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM). Manzoor Pashteen was taken into custody in Pakistan's Peshawar along with nine others from his Pashtun Protection Movement on January 26.

Kyoto Seika University attracts foreign students

Kyoto (Japan), Jan 31 (ANI): Kyoto Seika University is located in the northern part of Kyoto City, which is very popular among foreign tourists in Japan. Students study various arts such as design, painting and sculpture. Many graduates contribute to society as creators. Oussouby Sacko he is the first president from Africa in a Japanese university. He keeps on the school themes of "the principles of respect for humanity" and "the spirit of freedom and autonomy" to young generations. University education policy fosters many talented young people and contributes to a global society.

Soft and tasty ice-cream by Nissei attracts kids and adults

Tokyo (Japan), Jan 31 (ANI): Kitty, a cute dance character, is popular around the World. A performance was held in Sanrio Puloland, a popular theme park at Tokyo, which was enjoyed by many kids and adults. There is a growing trend among the people to clink pictures of such performances and post it on social networking sites. The name of the white dog character is "Cinnamoroll". And, there are a lot of sweets in cafe named after "Cinnamoroll". A secret recipe makes them taste good even for adults. Soft ice cream used "Cremia" which has a sweet and rich taste produced by "Nissei". Sweets of cute character of Sanrio and the rich soft ice cream produced by Nissei make children and adults happy. In a theme park once filled with just children, business ideas are being developed to attract adult customers.

Nepal starts screening over northern borders after outbreak of Coronavirus

Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 27 (ANI): Nepal has started screening at the borders with China after confirmation of a Nepali Wuhan returnee to be infected with the virus while two are kept in isolation. Two border openings of Nepal which now are functional in between Nepal and China are being monitored on a regular basis. The ministry is mulling over the decision to establish health desk at tourists destinations namely: Bharatpur, Chitwan, Pokhara, Kaski, and Bhairahawa, Lumbini. Nepal, on Friday, became the first country in South Asia to confirm the case of the deadly virus, which was detected as a student infected with the virus showed symptoms after returning to the Himalayan nation from Wuhan. Over a 1,000 people are confirmed to be infected with the virus, while many others quarantined by health authorities to stop the disease from further spreading. The government of Nepal on Sunday also has ordered all the private and government-run hospitals to submit their contingency plans in case i

Indian Americans celebrate Republic Day outside embassy in Washington

Washington DC (USA), Jan 27 (ANI): Enthusiastic Indian Americans celebrated the 71st Republic Day outside the country's embassy in Washington DC with much fervour, even as a dozen pro-Khalistani supporters tried to dampen their spirit by raising anti-India slogans. While the diaspora celebrated the Republic Day, about 10-12 pro-Khalistani supporters present outside the embassy raised anti-India slogans and attempted to burn the tri-colour along with copies of the Indian Constitution. As per the US law, raising slogans and demonstrating against a country or any government is not unlawful. Pro Khalistani groups have misused this freedom for decades and have regularly attempted to embarrass Indian events in Washington. India's 71st Republic Day was celebrated in Washington, with Charge d'affaires at the Indian Embassy, Amit Kumar, unfurling the tricolour and reading out President Ram Nath Kovind's Republic Day address.

Prez Donald Trump again offers 'help' over Kashmir during meet with PM Imran Khan in Davos

Davos (Switzerland), Jan 22 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the US was watching the developments between India and Pakistan in relation to Kashmir very closely and again offered his "help". Trump made the remarks ahead of his meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday. He met Khan on the sidelines of World Economic Forum in Davos. "We're going to be talking about trade and many other things. But trade is going to be of very, very paramount importance. And we're doing more trade as it turns. And we're working together on some borders, and we're talking about Kashmir and the relation to what's going on with Pakistan and India. And if we can help, we certainly will be helping. And we've been watching that and following it very, very closely," Trump said ahead of his meeting with Khan. Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan said, "Of course, India is a big issue for Pakistan and we always hope that the US takes part in resolving because no other country can

Fog disrupts flights in Nepal's only International Airport

Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 18 (ANI): Dense fog that engulfed Nepal's capital Kathmandu disrupted the flight schedule of Tribhuwan International Airport. The visibility at the International Airport in Kathmandu was recorded as low as 50 meters which made take-off and landing of international as well as domestic flights impossible. Nearly a dozen flights were delayed on Saturday morning with two aircrafts kept on hold in Nepali airspace due to the dense fog that covered most of the airport after Friday's rainfall. The weather is forecasted to improve gradually in the day time with the westerly low pressure system has started to subsidize. Currently, the weather is partly to generally cloudy throughout the country with chances of light rain at a few places today and snowfall is expected at some places of the high mountainous regions. According to the weather office, fog in the Kathmandu Valley will clear from 9 am while that of Terai region will remain for some days.

Tharu community observes Maghi Festival in Kathmandu

Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 16 (ANI): People belonging to the Tharu community celebrated Maghi festival with much fanfare in the Kathmandu Valley on Wednesday. Maghi is the biggest festival of the Tharu people, who form the fourth-largest community in the Himalayan nation, marking the community's New Year. The festival is celebrated over a week. During the festival, Tharus clean and decorate their houses to welcome their New Year, while also performing Shakiya Naach, a special dance organised during the festival. It is believed that the sun, on this day, begins its journey towards the north pole thereby increasing mercury in days to come. The Tharus bathe in rivers early in the morning and pray for the prosperity and well being. Similarly, they celebrated this festival by getting together as a family and friends, get together in a mela, dressing up in the traditional Tharu wear, eating, drinking and making merry. As part of the ritual, Tharus also select leaders for weddings, farmers and co

'Outcome is on expected lines', says Syed Akbaruddin after China isolated at UNSC over Kashmir

New York (USA), Jan 16 (ANI): India's permanent representative at the United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin spoke on China holding an informal closed-door consultation on Kashmir in United Nations Security Council (UNSC). "The outcome of the Consultations is on expected lines, we are happy that neither the alarming scenario painted by the representatives of Pakistan nor any of the baseless allegations made repeatedly by various representatives of Pakistan in UN fora were found to be credible," said Syed Akbaruddin "We are glad that it was pointed out by many friends that bilateral mechanism are available to raise and address the issues. Pakistan's practice of using false pretences to distract from addressing the malaise that afflicts it, has run its course today," he further added.

Donald Trump, Liu He sign phase one of US-China trade deal

Washington DC (USA), Jan 16 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump and Vice Premier of the People's Republic of China, Liu He, signed the phase one of US-China trade deal on January 15. "This is very important and remarkable occasion. Today we take a moment, a step one which has never been taken before with China, towards a future affair and reciprocal trade as we saw in phase one of the historical trade deal. Together we are writing the wrongs of the past and delivering a future of economic justice and security," said President Trump.

Nepal observes National Unification Day

Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 13 (ANI): Nepal on Sunday observed the birthday of Prithvi Narayan Shah, the founding father of unified Nepal as the National Unification Day. Hundreds of people poured onto the roads of Kathmandu and gathered in front of Singha Durbar to pay tribute to the statue of Prithvi Narayan Shah to mark the 298th birth anniversary of the late king. Nepal Tourism Minister Yogesh Bhattarai attended the event at the western gate of Singha Durbar. Various cultural and social activities are also arranged to celebrate the day.

Military, police on high alert in Muscat following Sultan Qaboos' death

New Delhi, Jan 11 (ANI): Following the death of Omani Sultan Qaboos bin Said al-Said, who left no heir to the throne, the police and military forces in the capital city have been put on high alert on Saturday. According to state media, along with declaring the alert status, Oman's high military council also called for the royal family to meet to appoint the country's next ruler, reported RT. If the ruling family fails to come to an agreement within three days, a 1996 statute requires a committee of military leaders, court officials and lawmakers to enthrone a person named by the former sultan in private, stored in a sealed letter. Qaboos was 79-year-old and was ill for a long time. He has served as the ruler of Oman since 1970 when he ousted his father in a bloodless coup. Qaboos had no children and has not publicly named his successor. Sultan Qaboos travelled to Belgium for a week in December for what was described then as "medical checks." He returned to Oman, but speculations of his

Hundreds of New Yorkers demand US to reduce tensions with Iran amid escalation

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): Hundreds of people took to the streets of New York on Jan 09 to protest a potential US military action against Iran. The protesters gathered in the Civic Center neighbourhood in Lower Manhattan holding up signs reading "Hands off Iran," "We demand deescalation," "Say no to war with Iran," "No war or sanctions on Iran," "Rage against war," and "We choose peace," among many others. An increased police presence was witnessed on the site with dozens of NYPD officers maintaining public order and a helicopter flying over the square. Recently, Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani was killed in an air strike on the orders of US President Donald Trump. In retaliation to the incident, Iran fired more than a dozen missiles at US forces in Iraq. Iran claimed that around 80 "American terrorists" were killed in the missile attack, however, in a press conference; Trump confirmed no causalities in the attack by Iran.