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President Ram Nath Kovind lands in Tokyo

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 21 (ANI): On his second leg of his visit, President Ram Nath Kovind landed in the capital city of Japan on October 21. He will attend various ceremonies related to the Emperor Naruhito's enthronement. He will also take part in a banquet hosted by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

We've relaxed rules to obtain Overseas Citizen of India cards: President Kovind in Manila

Manila (Philippines), Oct 20 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind attended Indian community reception on October 20. While speaking at the reception President Kovind said that we have relaxed rules for you to obtain OCI cards. "India is deeply committed to strengthen its bond with the diaspora. We have relaxed rules for you to obtain Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards. Embassy will begin printing of passports here to reduce time taken for issuance of new passport," said, President Kovind

US-India trade deal: Negotiations going in full speed, deal will be struck soon, says FM Sitharaman

Washington DC (USA), Oct 20 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to ANI's question on US-India trade front, and said the negotiations are going in full speed. "My inputs are that negotiations are going in full speed and there is a great intensity with which both the sides are engaging and hopefully the deal will be struck soon."

President Kovind unveils Mahatma Gandhi's bust in Manila

Manila (Philippines), Oct 20 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind unveiled Mahatma Gandhi's bust in Philippines' Manila. He unveiled Father of the Nation's bust at Centre of peace education at Marian College. President of India earlier addressed India Philippines Business Conclave in Manila. President Kovind is on a 5-day visit to Southeast Asian country.

Global economic slowdown largely pegging on India's, China's growth estimates: FM Sitharaman

Washington DC (USA), Oct 20 (ANI): Speaking to ANI, on the economy slowdown Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that global economic slowdown and estimates about growth for next year are largely pegging on India's and China's growth estimates. "I'm saying with sense of responsibility that global economic slowdown and estimates about growth for next year are largely pegging on India's and China's growth estimates, in the sense, on their performance depends rest of global growth also," said FM Sitharaman. Finance Minister is leading Indian delegation at Annual Meetings Plenary session of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank in United States.

India to spend $1.3 trillion on modern infrastructure: President Kovind in Philippines

Manila (Philippines), Oct 19 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind in Philippines's Manila stated both the countries, are committed to work closely to eliminate corruption. President Kovind also informed that in coming years India will spend about 1.3 trillion US dollars to develop next generation infrastructure. "Both Philippines and India are the fastest growing economy. Both are invested in new technologies, innovations and start-ups. Both are committed to inclusive growth, fighting corruption and bringing about transformative changes in people's lives," said President Kovind in Manila. He further added, "In the coming years, India will be spending about 1.3 trillion US dollars to develop next generation infrastructure from smart city, airports to expressways." President Kovind along with his wife Savita Kovind is on a five-day state visit to Philippines. The visit has been organised at the invitation of Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte.

VP Naidu departs for Delhi from Sierra Leone's Freetown

Freetown (Sierra Leone), Oct 15 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu departed for national capital from Sierra Leone's Freetown on October 14. Vice President was on a five-day visit to Union of Comoros and Sierra Leone. The vice president's visit to African continent was aimed to intensify India's bilateral ties.

Vice President Naidu interacts with Indian diaspora in Sierra Leone

Freetown (Sierra Leone), Oct 14 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu on Oct 13 interacted with the Indian community in Sierra Leone's Freetown. "In my visits abroad, I always, and as a matter of priority, meet with our community. And I must say, it is indeed a special and warm feeling to meet our people, our friends abroad and to share with them my thoughts and greetings from India." Said Vice President while addressing the community.

VP Naidu arrives in Sierra Leone's Freetown

Freetown (Sierra Leone), Oct 13 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Sierra Leone's Freetown on October 13. He was received by Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, the Vice President of Sierra Leone upon his arrival. Naidu was given a ceremonial welcome and was presented the Guard of Honour. VP Naidu emplaned for Freetown on October 12 from Moroni. VP Naidu also met the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Sierra Leone Nabila Fareeda Tunis. He is on the second leg of his ongoing five-day visit to Union of Comoros and Sierra Leone. The vice president's visit to African continent aims to intensify India's bilateral ties. VP Naidu is accompanied by a high-level delegation and other government officials.

Nepal decks up to welcome Chinese Prez Xi Jinping

Kathmandu (Nepal), Oct 12 (ANI): Nepal has completed the preparations to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping. Nepal government has set up welcome gates at various locations around the capital with the flag of Nepal and China docked on the edge of the road as well as the portrait of the President on the poles. The two-day stop-over visit of the Chinese President is set to begin from October 12. As per the schedule, Chinese President Jinping will be landing in capital Kathmandu at around 4:30 PM. Xi is set to hold meetings with Nepal President Bidhya Devi Bhandari at Sheetal Niwas on Saturday evening followed by a dinner hosted by her. He will also hold talks with Nepal's Former Prime Minister and Opposition Party Chairman Sher Bahadur Deuba. Chinese President Xi will be meeting Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda" on Sunday morning which will be followed by the signing of agreements. President Xi is scheduled to depart for China at 1 PM on Sunday.

Former Pak PM Nawaz Sharif arrests in Chaudhry Sugar Mills case

Lahore (Pakistan), Oct 11 (ANI): Former prime minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif was arrested in money laundering case on Oct 11. National Accountability Bureau (NAB) authorities have arrested him in Chaudhry Sugar Mills case. Currently, Sharif is serving 7-year imprisonment in Al-Azizia Mills corruption case.

'Happy that Indian Diaspora enjoys reputation of being peace-loving community': VP Naidu

Moroni (Comoros), Oct 11 (ANI): Vice President Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Comoros's Moroni on October 10. He is on a five-day visit to the Union of Comoros and Sierra Leone with an aim to intensify India's bilateral ties with the African continent. While addressing the Indian Diaspora in Comoros's Moroni on October 10, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said, "Happy to know that Indian cultural heritage has been kept alive and that most of the Indian festivals are celebrated by entire community." "I am happy that Indian Diaspora enjoys reputation of being peace-loving community," Naidu added.

Rajnath Singh visits company that manufactures Rafale engines

Villaroche (France), Oct 09 (ANI):Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Safran Group, the company that manufactures engines for Rafale in France's Villaroche on October 09. Indian Ambassador to France, Vinay Kwatra also accompanied him. India received first Rafale combat aircraft out of 36 on Oct 08. Rajnath Singh is on a three-day visit to France.

Rajnath Singh receives Guard of Honour in Paris

Paris (France), Oct 09 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh received Guard of Honour by French Republican in Paris. The Guard of Honour was presented at 'Hotel de Brienne Defence Minister'. Earlier, Defence Minister took a sortie in Rafale jet which would be delivered to India by February 2021.

Rajnath Singh arrives in France

Paris (France), Oct 07 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Paris. He is on a three-day visit to France where he will attend the Annual Defence Dialogue and the induction ceremony of Rafale. The Defence Minister's visit to France is aimed at expanding the existing strategic partnership between both the countries.

Dusshera 2019: Elephants to participate in 'Jamboo Savari' take blessings at dargah in Mysuru

Mysuru (Karnataka), Oct 08 (ANI): Elephants, participating in 'Jamboo Savari' on Dusshera were brought to dargah in Mysuru for blessings. It is a part of their tradition. 'Jamboo Savari' will takes place on the Dusshera festival. The country will celebrate on October 08.

Nippori textile town emerging as a hot spot for tourists

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 03 (ANI): Tokyo's Nippori district is famous not only among Japanese tailors but also among foreigners, especially ladies who like to sew. There are dozens of cloth shops that sell everything from expensive Japanese silk fabrics to traditional kimono robes. Here more than ninety large stores gather to sell wholesale and retail fabrics, and each store specializes in a kind of fabrics and sewing accessories, like this shop which sells only buttons. It is said that you can find here the largest selection of sewing accessories in the world. And in addition to displaying Japanese products, many shops offer imported fabrics from Europe, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and France to provide the best choices for customers. These unique shops in Nippori are very popular among tourists who are looking for unique fabrics and clothing items. Nippori is one of the first stops from Nartia Airport making it a convenient place to visit and shop the varied and exquisite collection of te

Indian High Commissioner to UK inaugurates exhibition dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi

London (United Kingdom), Oct 03 (ANI): Indian High Commissioner to the UK Ruchi Ghanashyam inaugurated an exhibition in London dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of his 150th birth anniversary. "Mahatma Gandhi used to say that the earth provides enough to satisfy every man's needs but not for everyone greed. Essentially, it is also a very non-violent message because at the end of the day, if we stop causing violence to mother earth, then our planet will be a happier place," Ghanashyam said at the inauguration of the event. "It eventually emanates from his overall belief in ahimsa (non-violence), satya (truth), love and goodness of humanity," she added. Globally, Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary is celebrated as the 'International Day of Non-Violence'. Several events were held in India and across the world to mark the occasion.

EAM Jaishankar presents Mahatma Gandhi bust to US House of Representatives Speaker

Washington DC (USA), Oct 03 (ANI): Union External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Speaker of US House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi attended an event on 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The event took place at Library of Congress in Washington DC, where Jaishankar presented a bust of Mahatma Gandhi to Pelosi. While addressing the gathering, Pelosi said, "Gandhi story to peaceful struggle to free the people of India always inspired Americans. I always carried India in my heart since my childhood and it was because of Mahatma Gandhi. "

Taliban are proxy of Pakistan, its intelligence agency: Afghan NSA

New York (USA), Oct 03 (ANI): Calling Taliban a proxy of Pakistan and its intelligence agency ISI, Afghan National Security Advisor (NSA) Hamdullah Mohib has said that his country would never accept being ruled by the "proxy" of such backward country which has a "hard time feeding its own people". "The Taliban are a proxy of Pakistan, of not just of Pakistan, but Pakistan's intelligence agency. Afghanistan would never accept to be ruled by Pakistanis," Mohib said at Council on Foreign Relations here. "If we did not accept Soviet rule as a superpower, it would be beyond imagination to accept the proxy of a backward country which has a hard time feeding its own people," he added.