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Don't want to mix in India's internal matter: European Parliament Member on Kashmir

Geneva (Switzerland), Sep 22 (ANI): Herve Juvin, a member of European Parliament supported the abrogation of Article 370 by Indian government. He said, "As a member of identity of democracy group I was strongly involved in the defence of sovereignty of states. For us the Kashmir issue is an internal affair of the government of India. We don't want to mix in internal affair of India." Several activists have supported the move of Indian Parliament to revoke Article 370. They have also condemned Pakistan Government for internationalising internal matters of a country.

People queue up outside NRG stadium to attend 'Howdy Modi' event

Texas (US), Sep 22 (ANI): People started gathering outside NRG stadium in Houston, Texas to attend Howdy Modi event. While speaking to ANI, an NRI said, ''We are excited to see Modi, expect to hear from him, and get words of wisdom from him because he is an inspiration for the country and people around the globe.'' "We are excited to see Modi and see what he has to share with us," said another local. Prime Minister will participate in the 'Howdy Modi' event today. The mega event will witness leaders of the two largest democracies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump, sharing a stage before the largest gathering ever over 50,000 Indian-Americans for an elected foreign leader visiting the US.

Kashmiri Pandits will work with PM Modi to make Kashmir 'paradise' again: Rakesh Kaul

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits in Houston on September 22. While speaking to ANI, one of the Kashmiri Pandit Rakesh Kaul said, "PM told us Kashmiri Pandits have suffered a lot. His words were elixir for us. When we talked of Article 370, he said there is a new breeze and we will build a new Kashmir." "We have hopes with PM and we will work with him and make Kashmir a paradise again," Kaul added.

Article 370: We thank PM Modi on behalf of Kashmiri Pandits for taking historic decision, says Surinder Kaul

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits in Houston on September 22. During the meeting, a member of delegation kissed PM Modi's hands and said, "Thank you on behalf of seven lakh Kashmiri Pandits." While speaking to ANI, one of the Kashmiri Pandit Surinder Kaul said, "PM told us you have suffered a lot together we have to build new Kashmir. Our youth presented him the messages that the community have prepared for him. I presented a memorandum on behalf of the community. He gladly accepted that." "We thanked him on behalf of the 7,00,000 Kashmiri Pandits all over the globe for such a historic decision. We assured him that our community will work with the government to fulfill your dream for a Kashmir which is peaceful and full of growth where people are all happy," he added. PM is scheduled to address the mega 'Howdy, Modi!' event on September 22 at the NRG Stadium which will also be attended by US President Donald

PM Modi interacts with Sikh community members in Houston

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with members of the Sikh community in Houston on September 22. During the interaction they congratulated PM Modi on some decisions taken by the Government of India. The Sikh community has also submitted a memorandum to the PM. Submitting the memorandum, the Sikh community requested Prime Minister to address the issues of- 1984 Sikh genocide, dedicating Delhi airport to Guru Nanak Dev International Airport, Article 25 of Indian Constitution and Anand Marriage Act, visa and passport renewal of asylees. PM is scheduled to address the mega 'Howdy, Modi!' event on September 22 at the NRG Stadium which will also be attended by US President Donald Trump.

PM Modi meets delegation of Kashmiri Pandits in Houston

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits in Houston on September 22. He also met them on this occasion. During the meeting, a member of delegation kissed PM Modi's hands and said, "Thank you on behalf of seven lakh Kashmiri Pandits." PM Narendra Modi also joined the delegation in reciting 'Namaste Sharade Devi' shloka. PM is scheduled to address the mega 'Howdy Modi' event on September 22 at the NRG Stadium which will also be attended by US President Donald Trump. A memorandum was also presented to PM by Kashmiri Pandits which says-"We request that a task force or advisory council from our community be established under MHA to bring together community leaders, subject matter experts and key stakeholders to help in development of plan to repatriate Kashmiri Pandits to the region. We look forward to working with GoI and newly constituted UTs to bring inclusive and sustainable development for benefit of all. We look forward t

Hope PM Modi, President Trump will help us: Sindh activist Zafar

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): While addressing the media on human rights violations by Pakistan, Sindhi activist Zafar said, "Sindhi people have come here in Houston with a message. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi passes through here in morning we will be here with our message that we want freedom. We hope PM Modi and President Donald Trump will help us."

Donald Trump's presence in 'Howdy, Modi!' event shows relevance of PM Modi: Avinder Chawla

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with members of the Sikh community in Houston on September 22. During the interaction they congratulated PM Modi on some decisions taken by the Government of India. While speaking to ANI, Sitting Commissioner Avinder Chawla said,"We submitted a memorandum and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what he has done for Sikh community. We thanked him for Kartarpur corridor.""President Donald Trump is coming here tomorrow (at Howdy, Modi!), shows how important a leader PM Modi is," Chawla added. PM is scheduled to address the mega 'Howdy, Modi!' event on September 22 at the NRG Stadium which will also be attended by US President Donald Trump.

Important that PM Modi came, huge statement about India-US partnership in terms of energy: Daniel Yergin

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): While addressing the media on human rights violations by Pakistan, Sindhi activist Zafar said, "Sindhi people have come here in Houston with a message. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi passes through here in morning we will be here with our message that we want freedom. We hope PM Modi and President Donald Trump will help us."

PM Modi interacts with members of Bohra community in Houston

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with members of the Bohra community in Houston on September 22. He also met them on this occasion. Members of the Bohra community felicitated Prime Minister during the meeting. PM is scheduled to address the mega 'Howdy, Modi!' event on September 22 at the NRG Stadium which will also be attended by US President Donald Trump.

CEOs round table meeting: PM Modi wants to have balanced approach in sustainable way, says Mike Train

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held round table meeting with CEOs from energy sector in Houston on September 22. India and USA are looking to diversify their cooperation in energy sector. Texas is the epicenter of the US oil industry. While speaking to ANI on PM Narendra Modi's round table meeting with oil sector CEOs, President of the Emerson Electric Company Mike Train said, "It was a real pleasure and an honour to be a part of the meeting. He shared the outlook and the enthusiasm. He wants to have a balanced approach, bringing energy in a sustainable way to India." "We are very active in the Indian market. I highlighted the work we have done with 'Invest India'. We have a big investment we will be finishing next year near Pune-a large manufacturing facility," Train added. PM is scheduled to address the mega 'Howdy, Modi!' event on September 22 at the NRG Stadium which will also be attended by US President Donald Trump.

Howdy Modi event: It's a recognition of PM Modi's global stature, says BJP Foreign Affairs Department Chairman

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Houston to attend Howdy Modi event on September 22. Speaking on Prime Minister Modi's visit and Indo-US relations, Chairman of BJP Foreign Affairs Department Vijay Chauthaiwale said, "It's a monumental event and historical event because for the first time American President will be sharing a dais with the foreign dignitary. This is one of the largest gatherings of any politician addressing a crowd because generally in the US, these kinds of the gatherings are relatively small. This is also recognition of Prime Minister Modi global stature, it is also a recognition of very vibrant Diaspora present in the USA."

Howdy Modi event: India-US is strategic partners and it's going to strengthen much further, says Expedian CEO

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Houston to attend Howdy Modi event on September 22. Speaking on Indo-US relations, founding CEO, and President of Expedien and Cambridge Education Development Jiten Agarwal said, "We have two states of heads tomorrow, there are more than 52,000 people, who will be present at the stadium celebrating Prime Minister Modi. There is going to be 90 minutes cultural program on Indian Heritage and how Indian-American communities have contributed. PM Modi has done a lot of work to ease the business in India but it's a long way to go. Event is going to give a strong signal to the world that Indian and US are the strategic partners and it's going to strengthen much further."

Howdy Modi event: 'It's a big slap on face of Imran Khan', says Shalabh Shalli Kumar

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Houston to attend Howdy Modi event on September 22. Speaking on the Prime Minister Modi's visit and Indo-US relations, former advisor of Trump's campaign Shalabh Shalli Kumar said, "This is the biggest endorsement of India by US administration, President Trump agreeing to come here and be on the same stage with PM Modi. Like I coined the phrase that 'it's a big slap on the face of Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan,' so there was some question of whether president has volunteered to negotiate in the Kashmir matter, that was just an off the cut remark."

Indian community hails PM Modi's arrival in Houston to attend 'Howdy Modi' event

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Houston to attend 'Howdy Modi' event. Indian community gathered at hotel Post Oak to extend their support to PM Modi. Indian community praised Prime Minister Modi and called him a dynamic leader.

Texas is big hub for US-India economic partnership: US-India Business Council President

Texas (USA), Sep 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Houston to attend Howdy Modi event on September 22. Speaking on Prime Minister Modi's visit and Indo-US relations, US-India Business Council President, Nisha Biswal said, "Texas is a very big economic hub for the US and including a big hub for the US-India economic partnership, it's also a center for the Indian American community. Prime Minister Modi is here, he is going to do a round table with energy companies and will talk about the US-India energy trade, he is going to address a gathering. President of the US is traveling to Texas to be part of all of that is an indication of how important the India relationship is and how important we are for each other's economy."

PM Modi reaches Houston to attend 'Howdy Modi' event

Texas (USA), Sep 21 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at George Bush International Airport in Texas' Houston on September 21. He has been received by Director, Trade and International Affairs, Christopher Olson and other officials. Prime Minister will participate in the 'Howdy Modi' event on September 22. President Trump will also attend India-US Community event.

Terrorism has and will be major factor in India's foreign policy orientation: Syed Akbaruddin

New York (USA), Sep 21 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in New York on September 21, India's Permanent Representative to United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin said, "Terrorism has and will be a major factor in India's foreign policy orientation and that is because it affects our people in ways which very few external influences do." "This year has seen two very important multilateral developments in terms of countering terrorism. First time United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemned a terrorist attack in India against our soldiers and in this case following Pulwama attack," he added. "After more than a decade of trying we were able to get the UN Sanctions Committee to list Masood Azhar as a designated terrorist. These are two factors both in space and scope of one year where there has been movement," he further stated.

PM Modi, Trump meeting is reflection of rapid growth of ties between India, US: Syed Akbaruddin

New York (USA), Sep 21 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in New York on September 21, India's Permanent Representative to United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin said, "The focus of event that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in at the United Nations (UN) is on 'Countering terrorist narratives and violent extremists through internet and cyberspace', you will appreciate this is an emerging threat. We will pursue against terrorism on every forum." "There has been a consistent trajectory of boom in India-United States relations. This is perhaps fourth instance of meeting between PM Modi and President Donald Trump this year. These are reflections of that boom and rapid growth of ties between India and the United States," he added.

Seen many theatrics at UNGA, rants are footnotes in path of history: Syed Akbaruddin on Imran Khan

New York (USA), Sep 21 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in New York on September 21, India's Permanent Representative to United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin spoke on matter that the Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan will speak in United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Kashmir. He said, "I have seen many theatrics in the General Assembly, many people use their 30 minutes of global attention in the ways they want and people remember them for what they are anachronisms who do not conform to global norm." "If a country and a leader want to do that, they are free to do that. I have heard rants and abuses from different leaders and yet who remembers them? They are footnotes in the path of history," he added.