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Lot of potential to further promote India-Germany relationship: Ambassador Ackermann

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Hailing ties between Germany and India, German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, on Friday, said that the two nations are working together to further foster the bilateral relationship. Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of the NDTV World Summit, Ackermann said, “On the Indo-German relations, I would say (they are) […]

Nepal PM assures foreign diplomats of govt’s commitment to fresh elections

Kathmandu, Oct 17 (IANS) Nepal’s Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Friday assured the international community that the current interim government is committed to holding the next parliamentary elections and handing over power to the elected government within next six months. Addressing heads of missions and representatives of the diplomatic community and development partners in Kathmandu […]

US lawmakers urge Trump to attend Quad Summit in India and key Asia meetings

Washington, Oct 17 (IANS) A group of bipartisan US lawmakers has written to President Donald Trump, urging him to attend the Quad Leaders’ Summit in India and other meetings in Asia. Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, led the effort, and the co-signers include Chairwoman and Ranking Member of […]

Belgian court clears way for Mehul Choksi’s extradition to India

Antwerp, Oct 17 (IANS) In a significant victory for Indian authorities, a court in Antwerp has approved the extradition of fugitive diamond merchant Mehul Choksi to India, validating his arrest earlier this year and paving the way for his return to face charges in one of the nation’s largest banking scandals. The 66-year-old, accused of […]

Andhra Pradesh CM for steps to prevent misuse of free sand policy

Amaravati, Oct 17 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday directed officials to take strict measures to prevent misuse of the free sand policy by some vested interests. Conducting a review of the mining sector with officials at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister asked them to follow the “people first” principle in […]

Govt committed to development of tribal communities: President Droupadi Murmu

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu said on Friday that the government has taken several concrete steps to ensure the overall development of tribal communities, adding that real progress of the nation and society lies in the development of all sections of society. Addressing the national conclave on the ‘Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan’, she […]

Rajasthan govt to implement online weighing, GPS, and vehicle tracking

Jaipur, Oct 17 (IANS) In a significant move towards transparency and digital transformation, the Mines Department of Rajasthan is set to implement online weighing scales, vehicle tracking, and GPS-based monitoring systems in the mining sector by the end of this year. These systems aim to create a dispute-free, transparent, and paperless monitoring environment across mining […]

Manipur witnessing erratic weather patterns, says Guv Bhalla

Imphal, Oct 17 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla said on Friday that the impacts of climate change are being felt acutely in Manipur, a state nestled in the eastern Himalayas and known for its rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. Addressing the valedictory event of the Indian Himalayan Region Climate Change Conclave at the City […]

Mizoram plans to turn Thenzawl into ‘Peace City’ to boost tourism

Aizawl, Oct 17 (IANS) The Mizoram government has planned to create the Thenzawl town in Serchhip district as ‘Thenzawl Peace City’ to boost tourism and development, officials said on Friday. A senior official of the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said that Chief Minister Lalduhoma held a meeting with the representatives from a consultancy firm engaged […]