The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday apologised for the post related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and self-styled godman Asaram Bapu that went out from its official handle.

The cricket governing body also informed that they have launched an investigation into the matter.&nbsp

"ICC is dismayed at a non-cricket related tweet appearing on its Twitter feed earlier today. We would like to extend our sincere apologies to anyone who was offended during the short space of time it was up," ICC said in a tweet after removing the post, the screenshot of which was shared multiple times.

"We have launched an investigation into how this happened," the world body stated.

A tweet appeared this morning from ICC's official twitter handle related to Modi and Asaram Bapu, who was today convicted by a Jodhpur court for raping a teenager at his ashram in 2013.

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Along with the video, there was a message which read 'Narayan Narayan'.&nbsp

However, it was deleted minutes after it was posted.&nbsp

They have also launched an investigation into the matter.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday apologised for the post related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and self-styled godman Asaram Bapu that went out from its official handle. The cricket governing body also informed that they have launched an investigation into the matter. "ICC is dismayed at a non-cricket related tweet appearing on its Twitter feed earlier today. We would like to extend our sincere apologies to anyone who was offended during the short space of time it was up," ICC said in a tweet after removing the post, the screenshot of which was shared multiple times. "We have launched an investigation into how this happened," the world body stated. A tweet appeared this morning from ICC's official twitter handle related to Modi and Asaram Bapu, who was today convicted by a Jodhpur court for raping a teenager at his ashram in 2013. Along with the video, there was a message which read 'Narayan Narayan'. However, it was deleted minutes after it was posted.

After Twitter backlash, ICC apologises for PM Modi-Asaram video retweet

After the Jodhpur Schedule Caste and Schedule Tribe Court held self-styled godman Asaram Bapu and two others guilty of the rape of a 16-year-old girl at his ashram in 2013, the International Cricket Council (ICC) landed itself in a trouble by retweeting an old video, showing the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Asaram Bapu, with a message “Narayan, Narayan”

The tweet, which ICC retweeted, read "Sharing some old sweet memories between @narendramodi and Asaram".

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While the International cricket’s governing body deleted the tweet minutes after posting, it was too late as the screenshots of the tweet went viral.

Some of the users even questioned the ICC.

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In August 2013, the parents of a 16-year-old girl had filed zero FIR against Asaram in Delhi, accusing him of raping her at his Jodhpur ashram.

The cricket’s governing body deleted the tweet minutes after posting it.

After the Jodhpur Schedule Caste and Schedule Tribe Court held self-styled godman Asaram Bapu and two others guilty of the rape of a 16-year-old girl at his ashram in 2013, the International Cricket Council (ICC) landed itself in a trouble by retweeting an old video, showing the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Asaram Bapu, with a message “Narayan, Narayan” The tweet, which ICC retweeted, read "Sharing some old sweet memories between @narendramodi and Asaram". While the International cricket’s governing body deleted the tweet minutes after posting, it was too late as the screenshots of the tweet went viral. Some of the users even questioned the ICC. @ICC since when you got interested in Indian politics? — Madhav Desai (@Madhav_Desaii) April 25, 2018 × What the hell was this @ICC?? pic.twitter.com/tMLbzmkexf — Priti Gandhi (@MrsGandhi) April 25, 2018 × Hey @ICC, will you be contesting the upcoming #Indian elections? https://t.co/enjpsnRRTp — Bhuvan Bagga (@Bhuvanbagga) April 25, 2018 × Hey @ICC who is handling your account? pic.twitter.com/2wtCrQtoj9 — Ankur Singh (@iAnkurSingh) April 25, 2018 × In August 2013, the parents of a 16-year-old girl had filed zero FIR against Asaram in Delhi, accusing him of raping her at his Jodhpur ashram.

'Narayan Narayan,' retweets ICC on Asaram Bapu, PM Modi video together

India has once again <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-strongly-raises-terrorism-issue-attacks-pakistan-at-sco-fms-meet-in-china-132490">snubbed China's attempt to further the One Belt</a>, One Road initiative(OBOR) after other foreign ministers gathered at the&nbsp;Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in&nbsp;Beijing "reaffirmed support for China's Belt and Road proposal", newswire Reuters reported.

India's external affairs <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sco-defence-foreign-ministers-meeting-begins-in-beijing-132422">minister Sushma Swaraj reportedly</a> "did not express support" for the project in a communique released by the foreign ministers.

Foreign ministers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan "supported" the Chinese OBOR&nbsp;in a statement, however, there was no mention of India's view.

The communique also supported Iran's nuclear deal.&nbsp;

The OBOR initiative is President Xi's major foreign policy programme&nbsp;which seeks to build a "silk route" through Asia linking Europe by train and road network&nbsp;in order to pave the way for trade and commerce with China.&nbsp;

However, India has consistently resisted attempts by China to sign-up to OBOR with Indian authorities arguing the road network infringes on its territorial sovereignty.

Several European countries including France, UK and Germany have also raised objections to Xi's grand plans to integrate markets, arguing for a "two-way" process which would benefit all stakeholders which China has consistently reiterated&nbsp;it does completely.&nbsp;

China has already started the project with Pakistan in the form of $57 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC), also involved Nepal, Maldives and Myanmar in the project although the OBOR plan is yet to fully takeoff in these regions.

Last year after President Xi got the approval for another term to head the country, the OBOR plan was enshrined in the constitution as a key element of Xi's vision for the future.

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India's external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj reportedly "did not express support" for the project in a communique released by the foreign ministers.

India has once again snubbed China's attempt to further the One Belt, One Road initiative(OBOR) after other foreign ministers gathered at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Beijing "reaffirmed support for China's Belt and Road proposal", newswire Reuters reported. India's external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj reportedly "did not express support" for the project in a communique released by the foreign ministers. Foreign ministers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan "supported" the Chinese OBOR in a statement, however, there was no mention of India's view. The communique also supported Iran's nuclear deal. The OBOR initiative is President Xi's major foreign policy programme which seeks to build a "silk route" through Asia linking Europe by train and road network in order to pave the way for trade and commerce with China. However, India has consistently resisted attempts by China to sign-up to OBOR with Indian authorities arguing the road network infringes on its territorial sovereignty. Several European countries including France, UK and Germany have also raised objections to Xi's grand plans to integrate markets, arguing for a "two-way" process which would benefit all stakeholders which China has consistently reiterated it does completely. China has already started the project with Pakistan in the form of $57 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC), also involved Nepal, Maldives and Myanmar in the project although the OBOR plan is yet to fully takeoff in these regions. Last year after President Xi got the approval for another term to head the country, the OBOR plan was enshrined in the constitution as a key element of Xi's vision for the future.

SCO meet: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan & Russia express 'support' for OBOR, Sushma Swaraj stays away

Addressing the gram panchayats on the occasion&nbsp;of National Panchayati Raj Day in Madhya Pradesh's&nbsp;Mandela Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday&nbsp;pledged to boost the development of villages.&nbsp;

He launched the&nbsp;"Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan" scheme&nbsp;and initiated plans to divert Rs 2 lakh crore for development of areas under tribal panchayats.

While unveiling&nbsp;a&nbsp;roadmap for development of tribal areas in Madhya Pradesh over the next five years, he said that the Centre will work for panchayats and&nbsp;rural developments.&nbsp;

He also said that the government was committed to the rural development and that education for all is the top priority for the centre.&nbsp;

PM Modi also laid the foundation stone for a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) bottling plant at Maneri in the district.

He said, "I am delighted to be in Madhya Pradesh on National Panchayati Raj Day. Bapu always highlighted the importance of villages and spoke about 'Gram Swaraj. Think about what you can do for water conservation in the villages. Every drop of water should be conserved.

"When it comes to rural development, Budgets are important. But, there is a shift in the discourse in last few years. People are now talking about the need to ensure that money allocated for a project is utilised and it is done in a transparent manner".

PM Modi also said that the Indian culture motivates the people to live for the nation.&nbsp;

 
 
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Modi was in MP to launch the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan scheme

Addressing the gram panchayats on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day in Madhya Pradesh's Mandela Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday pledged to boost the development of villages. He launched the "Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan" scheme and initiated plans to divert Rs 2 lakh crore for development of areas under tribal panchayats. While unveiling a roadmap for development of tribal areas in Madhya Pradesh over the next five years, he said that the Centre will work for panchayats and rural developments. He also said that the government was committed to the rural development and that education for all is the top priority for the centre. PM Modi also laid the foundation stone for a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) bottling plant at Maneri in the district. He said, "I am delighted to be in Madhya Pradesh on National Panchayati Raj Day. Bapu always highlighted the importance of villages and spoke about 'Gram Swaraj. Think about what you can do for water conservation in the villages. Every drop of water should be conserved. "When it comes to rural development, Budgets are important. But, there is a shift in the discourse in last few years. People are now talking about the need to ensure that money allocated for a project is utilised and it is done in a transparent manner". PM Modi also said that the Indian culture motivates the people to live for the nation.

Government committed to development of villages: PM Modi in Madhya Pradesh

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in China today to attend a preparatory meeting related to upcoming summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

During her visit, Sitharaman is likely to meet a number of Chinese leaders. She will attend the SCO defence ministers' meeting tomorrow.

The annual summit of the SCO, in which India is the latest entrant along with Pakistan, will take place in the Chinese city of Qingdao in June.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend it.

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is already here on a four-day visit here to attend the SCO Foreign Ministers meeting to finalise the agenda for the summit of the eight-member political, economic and security bloc.&nbsp

The SCO, headquartered in Beijing, was founded in 2001.

Comprising China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, India and Pakistan, the SCO aims at military cooperation between the member states and involves intelligence sharing, counter-terrorism operations in Central Asia and joint work against cyber terrorism.

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is already here on a four-day visit here

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in China today to attend a preparatory meeting related to upcoming summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). During her visit, Sitharaman is likely to meet a number of Chinese leaders. She will attend the SCO defence ministers' meeting tomorrow. The annual summit of the SCO, in which India is the latest entrant along with Pakistan, will take place in the Chinese city of Qingdao in June. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend it. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is already here on a four-day visit here to attend the SCO Foreign Ministers meeting to finalise the agenda for the summit of the eight-member political, economic and security bloc. The SCO, headquartered in Beijing, was founded in 2001. Comprising China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, India and Pakistan, the SCO aims at military cooperation between the member states and involves intelligence sharing, counter-terrorism operations in Central Asia and joint work against cyber terrorism.

Nirmala Sitharaman arrives in China to attend SCO defence ministers' meeting

Former BJP leader Yashwant Sinha, who announced his retirement and quit the BJP on April 21, made scathing remarks at PM Modi-led government. Speaking to media at his residence, Sinha said that the ruling government, in the past four years, has made the situation "worse than Emergency".

Sinha further added that people in the country feel insecure over actions taken by the Modi government, which, he said, has "destroyed the temple of democracy".

"The situation created by the Modi government is even worse than the Emergency proclaimed by Indira Gandhi," Sinha alleged.

According to Sinha, no community in the country feels secure due to the actions of the central government.

Sinha also talked about the washout of this year's Budget session and claimed that it was the Modi government which did not want it to function smoothly as it did not want to face the 'no-confidence motion' despite the Opposition's demand.

The former external affairs minister mentioned that that former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had not hesitated to table 'no-confidence motion' in the year 1998.&nbsp

Sinha alleged the government for not caring to maintain the sanctity of the Parliament. He described the central government as one that tries to control the Supreme Court, the Election Commission and the press.

"Leaders will speak and the cadres will remain silent as they have no guts to raise their voices," Sinha noted alleging that there is no inner democracy in the BJP.

Former BJP leader also questioned the use of agencies such as CBI, NIA, ED and Income Tax by the government for "harassing and gagging opposition leaders".

Sinha's post-retirement plans include a continued fight against farmers exploitation and distress. He said he will continue to work towards the cause of workers of the unorganised sector, youth, students and weaker section of the society by addressing meetings throughout the country.

(With inputs from PTI)

Sinha further added that people in the country feel insecure over actions taken by the Modi government

Former BJP leader Yashwant Sinha, who announced his retirement and quit the BJP on April 21, made scathing remarks at PM Modi-led government. Speaking to media at his residence, Sinha said that the ruling government, in the past four years, has made the situation "worse than Emergency". Sinha further added that people in the country feel insecure over actions taken by the Modi government, which, he said, has "destroyed the temple of democracy". "The situation created by the Modi government is even worse than the Emergency proclaimed by Indira Gandhi," Sinha alleged. According to Sinha, no community in the country feels secure due to the actions of the central government. Sinha also talked about the washout of this year's Budget session and claimed that it was the Modi government which did not want it to function smoothly as it did not want to face the 'no-confidence motion' despite the Opposition's demand. The former external affairs minister mentioned that that former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had not hesitated to table 'no-confidence motion' in the year 1998. Sinha alleged the government for not caring to maintain the sanctity of the Parliament. He described the central government as one that tries to control the Supreme Court, the Election Commission and the press. "Leaders will speak and the cadres will remain silent as they have no guts to raise their voices," Sinha noted alleging that there is no inner democracy in the BJP. Former BJP leader also questioned the use of agencies such as CBI, NIA, ED and Income Tax by the government for "harassing and gagging opposition leaders". Sinha's post-retirement plans include a continued fight against farmers exploitation and distress. He said he will continue to work towards the cause of workers of the unorganised sector, youth, students and weaker section of the society by addressing meetings throughout the country. (With inputs from PTI)

Modi government has created situation worse than Emergency: Yashwant Sinha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two-day state visit to Nepal from May 11. Modi's Nepali counterpart KP Sharma Oli visited India recently to mend ties that had taken a hit due to the economic blockade along the Nepal-India border in 2015-16.

PM Modi's visit to the Himalayan country was decided during Oli's visit to India.

The Prime Minister is likely to visit Janakpur which he couldn't during his visit in 2014. PM Modi may also pay the holy Hindu pilgrimage site Muktinath a visit.&nbsp;

According to reports, PM Modi will Modi be received with a civic reception.

Meanwhile, on Sunday Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Sigh Puri met Lal Babu Raut, the Chief Minister of Province no 2 in Janakpur. The officials discussed Modi's Nepal visit.&nbsp;

PM Modi's visit to the Himalayan country was decided during Oli's visit to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two-day state visit to Nepal from May 11. Modi's Nepali counterpart KP Sharma Oli visited India recently to mend ties that had taken a hit due to the economic blockade along the Nepal-India border in 2015-16. PM Modi's visit to the Himalayan country was decided during Oli's visit to India. The Prime Minister is likely to visit Janakpur which he couldn't during his visit in 2014. PM Modi may also pay the holy Hindu pilgrimage site Muktinath a visit. According to reports, PM Modi will Modi be received with a civic reception. Meanwhile, on Sunday Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Sigh Puri met Lal Babu Raut, the Chief Minister of Province no 2 in Janakpur. The officials discussed Modi's Nepal visit.

PM Modi's 2-day-visit to Nepal will begin on May 11

Ahead of this week's meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Indian counterpart Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China today reassured Pakistan that relations between both the nations would "never rust" and are as firm as ever. &nbsp;

Xi's meeting with PM Modi is seen as a something that could unnerve Islamabad.

The "all weather" allies, China and Pakistan, have enjoyed close ties that are often viewed with suspicion by India.

At a meeting&nbsp;in Beijing, Chinese State Councillor Wang Yi told Pakistan's Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif that China will continue to firmly support Pakistan.&nbsp;

"We are ready to work together with our Pakistani brothers to undertake the historical mission of national rejuvenation and achieve the great dream of national prosperity and development," Wang said.

"In this way, our iron friendship with Pakistan will never rust and be tempered into steel."

The officials did not make any comments on the upcoming Xi-Modi meeting.&nbsp;

PM Modi has tried to reset relations with Beijing after years of disagreements over issues ranging from border disputes to exiled Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama.

An informal summit between Modi and Xi will be held in China on Friday and Saturday.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;China's Ambassador to India Luo Zhaohui on Sunday hoped that an informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping later this week in the Chinese city of Wuhan will enhance "good chemistry" between the two leaders and strengthen bilateral ties.

After a meeting with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced in Beijing that Modi and Xi will hold an informal summit in Wuhan city from April 27 to 28.&nbsp;

"The summit will highlight the personal friendship and enhance the good chemistry between the two leaders. I believe with the guidance of our two leaders and through joint efforts of the Chinese and Indian people including you and me, China-India relations will turn a new page," Luo said in a video message while making a debut on Twitter.

(With inputs from agencies)

China will continue to firmly support Pakistan, its top diplomat, State Councillor Wang Yi, told Pakistan`s Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif at a meeting in Beijing

Ahead of this week's meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Indian counterpart Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China today reassured Pakistan that relations between both the nations would "never rust" and are as firm as ever. Xi's meeting with PM Modi is seen as a something that could unnerve Islamabad. The "all weather" allies, China and Pakistan, have enjoyed close ties that are often viewed with suspicion by India. At a meeting in Beijing, Chinese State Councillor Wang Yi told Pakistan's Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif that China will continue to firmly support Pakistan. "We are ready to work together with our Pakistani brothers to undertake the historical mission of national rejuvenation and achieve the great dream of national prosperity and development," Wang said. "In this way, our iron friendship with Pakistan will never rust and be tempered into steel." The officials did not make any comments on the upcoming Xi-Modi meeting. PM Modi has tried to reset relations with Beijing after years of disagreements over issues ranging from border disputes to exiled Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama. An informal summit between Modi and Xi will be held in China on Friday and Saturday. Meanwhile, China's Ambassador to India Luo Zhaohui on Sunday hoped that an informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping later this week in the Chinese city of Wuhan will enhance "good chemistry" between the two leaders and strengthen bilateral ties. After a meeting with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced in Beijing that Modi and Xi will hold an informal summit in Wuhan city from April 27 to 28. "The summit will highlight the personal friendship and enhance the good chemistry between the two leaders. I believe with the guidance of our two leaders and through joint efforts of the Chinese and Indian people including you and me, China-India relations will turn a new page," Luo said in a video message while making a debut on Twitter. (With inputs from agencies)

Ties will 'never rust': China reassures Pakistan ahead of Xi's meeting with PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold a summit in China's Wuhan city from April 27 to 28 for a "heart-to-heart" chat to explore a new paradigm for India-China ties and find ways to address the contentious issues like the border dispute.

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The death toll from Sunday's blast in the Afghan capital Kabul rose to 48, with 112 others wounded, a public health officer said. The attack follows several weeks of relative calm in Kabul.&nbsp;

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As the Congress awaits the decision of Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on an impeachment notice moved by it and other parties against Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra, it is considering moving the Supreme Court if the petition is rejected, party leaders said.

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Israel released details on Tuesday about what it described as an Iranian "air force" deployed in neighbouring Syria, including civilian planes suspected of transferring arms, a signal that these could be attacked should tensions with Tehran escalate.

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Subramanian Swamy on Sunday claimed that he has often been ignored by party chief Amit Shah who, he said, has often did not allow his programmes to take place.

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Modi-Xi to chart a new course for India-China ties at Wuhan summit Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold a summit in China's Wuhan city from April 27 to 28 for a "heart-to-heart" chat to explore a new paradigm for India-China ties and find ways to address the contentious issues like the border dispute. Kabul suicide blast: Death toll reaches 48 The death toll from Sunday's blast in the Afghan capital Kabul rose to 48, with 112 others wounded, a public health officer said. The attack follows several weeks of relative calm in Kabul. Congress may move court if impeachment notice rejected As the Congress awaits the decision of Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on an impeachment notice moved by it and other parties against Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra, it is considering moving the Supreme Court if the petition is rejected, party leaders said. Israel hints it could hit Iran's 'air force' in Syria Israel released details on Tuesday about what it described as an Iranian "air force" deployed in neighbouring Syria, including civilian planes suspected of transferring arms, a signal that these could be attacked should tensions with Tehran escalate. Subramanian Swamy accuses Amit Shah of ignoring him, but won't quit BJP Subramanian Swamy on Sunday claimed that he has often been ignored by party chief Amit Shah who, he said, has often did not allow his programmes to take place. .

News brief: Big stories of the day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asked bureaucrats to bring change in the lives of people

Addressing civil servants at an event here, Prime Minister Modi said, "Lives of people will change when we keep them at the centre of all decisions. If we keep the common man at the centre while framing the country's laws, rules and regulations, then there will be a change in the lives of people."

The Prime Minister also added: "It is also time to think how successful we have been in fulfilling the resolutions that we took in the past and how much change we have brought in the lives of common man."

He maintained that people's participation is a basis of India's success.

Prime Minister Modi asked the civil servants to adopt innovation and technology as they "can become our additional strength in governance".

Prime Minister Modi also conferred awards for excellence in public administration for effective implementation of identified priority programmes and innovation to districts/implementing units and other central/state organisations.&nbsp;

The awards for excellence in public administration have been instituted with a view to acknowledge, recognize and reward the exemplary work for citizen’s welfare.&nbsp;

An official release said, four priority programs identified for the award are Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, Promoting Digital Payments, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Modi also conferred awards for excellence in public administration for effective implementation of identified priority programmes and innovation to districts/implementing units and other central/state organisations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asked bureaucrats to bring change in the lives of people Addressing civil servants at an event here, Prime Minister Modi said, "Lives of people will change when we keep them at the centre of all decisions. If we keep the common man at the centre while framing the country's laws, rules and regulations, then there will be a change in the lives of people." The Prime Minister also added: "It is also time to think how successful we have been in fulfilling the resolutions that we took in the past and how much change we have brought in the lives of common man." He maintained that people's participation is a basis of India's success. Prime Minister Modi asked the civil servants to adopt innovation and technology as they "can become our additional strength in governance". Prime Minister Modi also conferred awards for excellence in public administration for effective implementation of identified priority programmes and innovation to districts/implementing units and other central/state organisations. The awards for excellence in public administration have been instituted with a view to acknowledge, recognize and reward the exemplary work for citizen’s welfare. An official release said, four priority programs identified for the award are Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, Promoting Digital Payments, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana.

Only people-centric policies can bring change: PM Modi

The Icelandic PM Katrín Jakobsdóttir has said that India is taking lead on many issues and can bring a lot to the world. In an exclusive conversation with WION from Stockholm, the Icelandic PM said "India can do a lot for the world. India is a whole continent of people with huge magnificent culture. A very remarkable history. India can bring a lot to the world. India is taking lead in the world. Future holds a lot of opportunity for the world."

She also said things are changing in India and the country has a lot of opportunities. The PM also offered help to India in renewable energy saying "hopefully can share knowledge on geothermal with India"

The PM of the Icelandic country also spoke on the issue of terror and said "India has known terror for quite a long time" and it will remain "a big issue in the European politics"

The second female prime minister of Iceland lauded #MeToo movement which can change the culture. Calling gender equality an important thing, the PM of Iceland said "Gender equality has proved good for the economy"

On climate change, the climate crusader said that "world should speak in one voice on the issue" and said she wants her country to become carbon neutral by the year 2040.

On a lighter note, the Icelandic PM said that she has seen the song Gerua from the Bollywood movie Dilwale which was shot in Iceland.&nbsp;

The comments by the Iceland PM comes at a time when Stockholm held its 1st India-Nordics countries summit. PM Modi took part in the summit in Stockholm on 17th April. The summit, first of its kind, had all the 5 Nordic countries backing India's Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) bid.&nbsp;

Nordic countries are 5 north European countries - Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. The Nordics are world leaders in areas like clean energy and cashless economy, something that can help India in its various programs.

The PM of Iceland also spoke on the issue of terror and said 'India has known terror for quite a long time'

The Icelandic PM Katrín Jakobsdóttir has said that India is taking lead on many issues and can bring a lot to the world. In an exclusive conversation with WION from Stockholm, the Icelandic PM said "India can do a lot for the world. India is a whole continent of people with huge magnificent culture. A very remarkable history. India can bring a lot to the world. India is taking lead in the world. Future holds a lot of opportunity for the world." She also said things are changing in India and the country has a lot of opportunities. The PM also offered help to India in renewable energy saying "hopefully can share knowledge on geothermal with India" The PM of the Icelandic country also spoke on the issue of terror and said "India has known terror for quite a long time" and it will remain "a big issue in the European politics" The second female prime minister of Iceland lauded #MeToo movement which can change the culture. Calling gender equality an important thing, the PM of Iceland said "Gender equality has proved good for the economy" On climate change, the climate crusader said that "world should speak in one voice on the issue" and said she wants her country to become carbon neutral by the year 2040. On a lighter note, the Icelandic PM said that she has seen the song Gerua from the Bollywood movie Dilwale which was shot in Iceland. The comments by the Iceland PM comes at a time when Stockholm held its 1st India-Nordics countries summit. PM Modi took part in the summit in Stockholm on 17th April. The summit, first of its kind, had all the 5 Nordic countries backing India's Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) bid. Nordic countries are 5 north European countries - Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. The Nordics are world leaders in areas like clean energy and cashless economy, something that can help India in its various programs.

India taking lead on many issues: Iceland PM to WION

Prime Minister Narendra Modi&nbsp;announced doubling of <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-not-to-meet-pak-pm-abbasi-at-chogm-external-affairs-ministry-131492">India's contribution to the Commonwealth </a>fund for technical cooperation and stressed the need to focus on providing developmental assistance to small island states, the External Affairs Ministry said today.

The prime minister, during his interventions at the executive session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) here, also highlighted the need for capacity building of small states and small island developing states that are part of the Commonwealth.

India is going to help these small island states and coastal states in capacity building through training programmes at the National Institute Of Oceanography in Goa, Ruchi Ghanashyam, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, told reporters during a briefing here.

The main issues discussed at today's session were strengthening democracy and the rule of law, the state of the international trading system, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate action, and security issues faced by the Commonwealth countries.

In his interventions, the prime minister highlighted a number of important issues, including the need for working together for achieving SDGs and cooperation on climate action, Ghanashyam said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/pics:-modi-meets-neighbours,-friends-at-chogm--131480#photo-131477">In Pics: PM Modi meets a friendly&nbsp;</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/pics:-modi-meets-neighbours,-friends-at-chogm--131480#photo-131477">neighbour</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/pics:-modi-meets-neighbours,-friends-at-chogm--131480#photo-131477">, friends at CHOGM</a>

The main announcements made by the prime minister at the summit included doubling India's contribution to the Commonwealth fund for technical cooperation, she said without giving any figures of India's current contribution.

The Prime Minister also said India would also take part in small projects for assisting Commonwealth countries through its permanent mission in New York.

"We are also doubling our contribution to the Commonwealth offices of small states in New York and Geneva which would help them enhance their capacity in dealing with multilateral issues," Ghanashyam said.

The prime minister also announced that with the help of the BCCI, India would organise cricket training for 30 young boys and 30 young girls under the age of 16.

"The cross-cutting issues within the Commonwealth are around youth and gender. In that context, cricket being a unique game much played within the Commonwealth, with the help of BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) we offered 30 boys and 30 girls the chance to come to India, train in our world-class facilities and help lay the network for the future generation of the Commonwealth," the MEA said.

The thrust of the prime minister's interventions was on providing tailor-made assistance to small states and small island developing states, said Rudrendra Tandon, Joint Secretary, MEA.

"The overall objective of the Prime Minister's participation at this CHOGM in 2018 signals our stepped up engagement with the Commonwealth. It conveys India's desire to see the Commonwealth increase its focus on developing country priorities," the MEA said.

The main issues discussed at today's session were strengthening democracy and the rule of law

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced doubling of India's contribution to the Commonwealth fund for technical cooperation and stressed the need to focus on providing developmental assistance to small island states, the External Affairs Ministry said today. The prime minister, during his interventions at the executive session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) here, also highlighted the need for capacity building of small states and small island developing states that are part of the Commonwealth. India is going to help these small island states and coastal states in capacity building through training programmes at the National Institute Of Oceanography in Goa, Ruchi Ghanashyam, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, told reporters during a briefing here. The main issues discussed at today's session were strengthening democracy and the rule of law, the state of the international trading system, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate action, and security issues faced by the Commonwealth countries. In his interventions, the prime minister highlighted a number of important issues, including the need for working together for achieving SDGs and cooperation on climate action, Ghanashyam said. In Pics: PM Modi meets a friendly neighbour, friends at CHOGM The main announcements made by the prime minister at the summit included doubling India's contribution to the Commonwealth fund for technical cooperation, she said without giving any figures of India's current contribution. The Prime Minister also said India would also take part in small projects for assisting Commonwealth countries through its permanent mission in New York. "We are also doubling our contribution to the Commonwealth offices of small states in New York and Geneva which would help them enhance their capacity in dealing with multilateral issues," Ghanashyam said. The prime minister also announced that with the help of the BCCI, India would organise cricket training for 30 young boys and 30 young girls under the age of 16. "The cross-cutting issues within the Commonwealth are around youth and gender. In that context, cricket being a unique game much played within the Commonwealth, with the help of BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) we offered 30 boys and 30 girls the chance to come to India, train in our world-class facilities and help lay the network for the future generation of the Commonwealth," the MEA said. The thrust of the prime minister's interventions was on providing tailor-made assistance to small states and small island developing states, said Rudrendra Tandon, Joint Secretary, MEA. "The overall objective of the Prime Minister's participation at this CHOGM in 2018 signals our stepped up engagement with the Commonwealth. It conveys India's desire to see the Commonwealth increase its focus on developing country priorities," the MEA said.

PM Narendra Modi at Commonwealth bats for developmental assistance to small states

China today backed its all-weather ally Pakistan and called on the international community to support its counter-terrorism efforts after Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the neighbouring country as a "terror export factory".

"Terrorism is the enemy faced by all. The international community should work together to fight against it," foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said during a media briefing here when asked about China's response to Modi terming Pakistan as a "terror export factory" during a speech in London.

"We hope the international community could support the efforts made by Pakistan in counter-terrorism and forge effective cooperation with it in that regard," Hua said putting up a strong defence for China's all-weather ally.

While speaking at the 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath' programme at the iconic Central Hall Westminster in London on Wednesday, warning Pakistan, Modi had said India will not tolerate those who export terror and will respond to them in the language they understand, referring to the 2016 surgical strikes conducted across the LoC.

"When someone has put a terror export factory in place and makes attempts to attack us from the back, Modi knows how to answer in the same language," he had said.

Hua's comment also came ahead of the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) here, to be held early next week.

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is arriving here tomorrow to take part in the meeting to be held on April 24. She is due to meet her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Sunday.

Separately Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman too will attend the SCO Defence Ministers meeting on the same day.

These are the first meetings of the SCO after India and Pakistan were admitted into the eight-member group in which China and Russia plays an influential role.

Both events are to be attended by the respective Ministers from Pakistan. SCO consists China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.

Modi is also due to attend this year's SCO summit to be held in the Chinese city of Qingdao in June.

Hua said issues related to terrorism will be discussed at the meeting of SCO Foreign Ministers.

"We believe it is a purpose of the SCO to promote relevant cooperation in that field. Security has been a priority of the SCO since its inception," she said.

"So the upcoming SCO Foreign Ministers meeting will see participants exchanging views on the relevant issues, major international and regional issues and all the participants will uphold the Shanghai sprit to consolidate more consensus and to move forward the development of the SCO," she said.

China today backed its all-weather ally Pakistan and called on the international community to support its counter-terrorism efforts

China today backed its all-weather ally Pakistan and called on the international community to support its counter-terrorism efforts after Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the neighbouring country as a "terror export factory". "Terrorism is the enemy faced by all. The international community should work together to fight against it," foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said during a media briefing here when asked about China's response to Modi terming Pakistan as a "terror export factory" during a speech in London. "We hope the international community could support the efforts made by Pakistan in counter-terrorism and forge effective cooperation with it in that regard," Hua said putting up a strong defence for China's all-weather ally. While speaking at the 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath' programme at the iconic Central Hall Westminster in London on Wednesday, warning Pakistan, Modi had said India will not tolerate those who export terror and will respond to them in the language they understand, referring to the 2016 surgical strikes conducted across the LoC. "When someone has put a terror export factory in place and makes attempts to attack us from the back, Modi knows how to answer in the same language," he had said. Hua's comment also came ahead of the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) here, to be held early next week. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is arriving here tomorrow to take part in the meeting to be held on April 24. She is due to meet her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Sunday. Separately Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman too will attend the SCO Defence Ministers meeting on the same day. These are the first meetings of the SCO after India and Pakistan were admitted into the eight-member group in which China and Russia plays an influential role. Both events are to be attended by the respective Ministers from Pakistan. SCO consists China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. Modi is also due to attend this year's SCO summit to be held in the Chinese city of Qingdao in June. Hua said issues related to terrorism will be discussed at the meeting of SCO Foreign Ministers. "We believe it is a purpose of the SCO to promote relevant cooperation in that field. Security has been a priority of the SCO since its inception," she said. "So the upcoming SCO Foreign Ministers meeting will see participants exchanging views on the relevant issues, major international and regional issues and all the participants will uphold the Shanghai sprit to consolidate more consensus and to move forward the development of the SCO," she said.

International community should support Pakistan on counter-terrorism efforts: China

12:00 am: Saved 2,000 non-Indians from war-torn Yemen, he informed the people at Westminister Hall.

11: 58 pm: Criticism is essential in a democracy, he said, adding, that India has set the agenda on global issues. "We supplied essentials to Rohingyas,"&nbsp;he said.

11:56 pm: India will do what it needs for its best interests, he told the Indian community gathered at Westminster Hall in London.

11:54 pm: India's global profile is rising, PM Modi said.

11: 53 pm: I only represent India's power, he added.

11:53 pm: Can't inherit good health so need to stay fit, says Modi.

11:33 pm: "Want to create 1.5 lakh health centres in India,"&nbsp;says Modi.

11:20: "We negotiated cheaper price for drugs,"&nbsp;he said, adding,"We made 24x7 power a reality in Gujarat."

11:11 pm: Made time to pay respect to Basava statute: PM Modi

11:07 pm: Empowered women are key to development, Modi told the Indians gathered at Westminister Hall.

11:00 pm: Attack me, not my people, Modi said.

10:50 pm: India has a billion solution to a million problem, he added.

10:48 pm: I don't have a problem being criticised, he said, adding that the people are driving the vikas&nbsp;(development) drive.

10:45 pm: My drive is just to serve India, says Modi.

10: 43 pm:&nbsp;18,000 villages did not have electricity. So many women do not have access to toilets. These realities of our nation did not let me sleep. I was determined to bring about a positive change in the lives of India's poor: PM Modi&nbsp;

10:41 pm: Poverty can't be eliminated by mere slogans, he said.

10:40 pm: I am a common man who became the PM, Modi told the gathering at Westminster Hall.

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10:38 pm: I don't need lessons on poverty, I have experienced it, he added.

10:37 pm: I understand the pain of the poor, he said.

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10:32 pm: "We won't tolerate those who export terrorism,"&nbsp;Modi informed the gathering at Westminster Hall.

10:25 pm: India knows how to hit back on terror:&nbsp;PM Modi.

10: 20 pm: Surgical strikes was a 100 per cent success, he added.&nbsp;

10:18 pm:&nbsp;We never hid surgical strikes, we replied to Pak in its on language, PM Modi said while replying to a question.

10:14 pm: Crores of Indians gave up LPG subsidy due to my request, he said, adding, "People need to think of the government as theirs."

10:11 pm: Democracy is a national partnership, says Modi.&nbsp;

10:10 pm: I am a go-getter, and I am proud of it, Modi said while talking to Prasoon Joshi in a freewheeling chat at Westminster Hall in London.&nbsp;

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10:05 pm:&nbsp;India rightfully expects a lot from me, says Modi at Central Hall Westminster.

10:04 pm: Everyday I get up with a sense of purpose.

10:02 pm: Life is full of hardships, so is success.

10:02 pm: Chalta hai attitude has gone, Modi told the gathering at Westminster Hall, adding that earlier India was happy with incremental change.

10:01 pm: Speaking on India's aspirations, Modi said being impatient is a good thing.

10:00 pm: I am in Royal Palace due to the love of people of India, says Modi.

9:55: Tea seller becoming PM is proof of democracy, says Modi to host Prasoon Joshi.

9:51:&nbsp;In India, tea seller can become PM, Modi said, as the crowd cheered.

9:49 pm: In conversation with host Prasoon Joshi, PM Modi said I started out a tea seller in a railway station.

9:45 pm: PM Modi arrives in Westminster Hall.

Prime Minister Modi is set to address&nbsp;the Indian community at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/need-to-take-decisive-actions-against-globally-proscribed-terror-entities-pm-modi-theresa-may--131219">London's Central Hall Westminster</a>&nbsp;in a short while. The event called&nbsp;'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath' is being attended by over 1,500 people, mainly Indians.

The last time the Indian prime minister addressed this kind of gathering was at Wembley in 2015.

The Indian prime minister had a busy day in London on Tuesday, meeting the British Prime Minister Theresa May and Prince Charles including Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace.

During his meeting with PM May, Modi discussed several topics including terrorism and the issue of economic offenders - <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-meets-may-india-and-uk-discussed-economic-offenders-like-vijay-mallya-taking-refuge-in-britain-131244">former liquor baron Vijay Mallya </a>and ex-IPL chief Lalit Modi, who have sought refuge in the UK.

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The Indian prime minister had a busy day in London meeting the British Prime Minister Theresa May and Prince Charles including Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace.

12:00 am: Saved 2,000 non-Indians from war-torn Yemen, he informed the people at Westminister Hall. 11: 58 pm: Criticism is essential in a democracy, he said, adding, that India has set the agenda on global issues. "We supplied essentials to Rohingyas," he said. 11:56 pm: India will do what it needs for its best interests, he told the Indian community gathered at Westminster Hall in London. 11:54 pm: India's global profile is rising, PM Modi said. 11: 53 pm: I only represent India's power, he added. 11:53 pm: Can't inherit good health so need to stay fit, says Modi. 11:33 pm: "Want to create 1.5 lakh health centres in India," says Modi. 11:20: "We negotiated cheaper price for drugs," he said, adding,"We made 24x7 power a reality in Gujarat." 11:11 pm: Made time to pay respect to Basava statute: PM Modi 11:07 pm: Empowered women are key to development, Modi told the Indians gathered at Westminister Hall. 11:00 pm: Attack me, not my people, Modi said. 10:50 pm: India has a billion solution to a million problem, he added. 10:48 pm: I don't have a problem being criticised, he said, adding that the people are driving the vikas (development) drive. 10:45 pm: My drive is just to serve India, says Modi. 10: 43 pm: 18,000 villages did not have electricity. So many women do not have access to toilets. These realities of our nation did not let me sleep. I was determined to bring about a positive change in the lives of India's poor: PM Modi 10:41 pm: Poverty can't be eliminated by mere slogans, he said. 10:40 pm: I am a common man who became the PM, Modi told the gathering at Westminster Hall. 10:39 pm: #WATCH: PM Modi talks about #SurgicalStrikes, says, 'When someone has put a terror export factory in place & makes attempts to attack us from the back, Modi knows how to answer in the same language.' Crowd raises 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' slogans. #BharatKiBaatSabkeSaath #London pic.twitter.com/nLUQDY3sKQ — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × 10:38 pm: I don't need lessons on poverty, I have experienced it, he added. 10:37 pm: I understand the pain of the poor, he said. 10:35 pm: Watch Video #WATCH: PM Modi talks about #SurgicalStrikes, says, 'When someone has put a terror export factory in place & makes attempts to attack us from the back, Modi knows how to answer in the same language.' Crowd raises 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' slogans. #BharatKiBaatSabkeSaath #London pic.twitter.com/nLUQDY3sKQ — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × 10:32 pm: "We won't tolerate those who export terrorism," Modi informed the gathering at Westminster Hall. 10:25 pm: India knows how to hit back on terror: PM Modi. 10: 20 pm: Surgical strikes was a 100 per cent success, he added. 10:18 pm: We never hid surgical strikes, we replied to Pak in its on language, PM Modi said while replying to a question. 10:14 pm: Crores of Indians gave up LPG subsidy due to my request, he said, adding, "People need to think of the government as theirs." 10:11 pm: Democracy is a national partnership, says Modi. 10:10 pm: I am a go-getter, and I am proud of it, Modi said while talking to Prasoon Joshi in a freewheeling chat at Westminster Hall in London. Impatience is not a bad thing. If a person has a cycle, person then aspires for a scooter. If a person has a scooter, person aspires for a car. It is nature to aspire. India is getting increasingly aspirational: PM in London #BharatKiBaatSabkeSaath pic.twitter.com/cB3Hpsgwqa — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × 10:05 pm: India rightfully expects a lot from me, says Modi at Central Hall Westminster. 10:04 pm: Everyday I get up with a sense of purpose. 10:02 pm: Life is full of hardships, so is success. 10:02 pm: Chalta hai attitude has gone, Modi told the gathering at Westminster Hall, adding that earlier India was happy with incremental change. 10:01 pm: Speaking on India's aspirations, Modi said being impatient is a good thing. 10:00 pm: I am in Royal Palace due to the love of people of India, says Modi. 9:55: Tea seller becoming PM is proof of democracy, says Modi to host Prasoon Joshi. 9:51: In India, tea seller can become PM, Modi said, as the crowd cheered. 9:49 pm: In conversation with host Prasoon Joshi, PM Modi said I started out a tea seller in a railway station. 9:45 pm: PM Modi arrives in Westminster Hall. Prime Minister Modi is set to address the Indian community at London's Central Hall Westminster in a short while. The event called 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath' is being attended by over 1,500 people, mainly Indians. The last time the Indian prime minister addressed this kind of gathering was at Wembley in 2015. The Indian prime minister had a busy day in London on Tuesday, meeting the British Prime Minister Theresa May and Prince Charles including Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace. During his meeting with PM May, Modi discussed several topics including terrorism and the issue of economic offenders - former liquor baron Vijay Mallya and ex-IPL chief Lalit Modi, who have sought refuge in the UK. 9:03 pm #Visuals from London's Central Hall Westminster ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's #BharatKiBaatSabkeSaath pic.twitter.com/cK0ZSDDDV5 — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 ×

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As PM Modi met several leaders <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/britain-opens-chogm-as-pm-theresa-may-warns-of-global-challenges-131442">at CHOGM, the ministry of </a>external affairs said there was no meeting planned with Pakistan PM Abbasi.

"No meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister took place. There is no plan to have any meeting with him," the Ministry of External Affairs said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/pics:-modi-meets-neighbours,-friends-at-chogm--131480#photo-131477">In Pics: PM Modi meets a friendly&nbsp;</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/pics:-modi-meets-neighbours,-friends-at-chogm--131480#photo-131477">neighbour</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/pics:-modi-meets-neighbours,-friends-at-chogm--131480#photo-131477">, friends at CHOGM</a>

Expanding on India's gain at CHOGM, an Indian government spokesman said the overall objective of PM's participation signalled stepped up engagement with Commonwealth countries and "India's desire to focus on development of Commonwealth countries."

Prime Minister Modi had a series of meeting with leaders of Commonwealth countries including Seychelles President Danny Faure and his Mauritius counterpart Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on the sidelines of CHOGM.

Prime Minister Modi met his Mauritius counterpart Jugnauth and talked about cooperation in trade and investment, maritime cooperation and people-to-people ties, the foreign ministry said.

Modi also interacted with President of Kiribati, Taneti Maamau, and Prime Minister of Antigua & Barbuda, Gaston Browne.

The Indian prime minister later met &nbsp;Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina.

However, PM Modi's meeting with Pak PM Abbasi did not take place even as several reports suggested the Indian prime minister may break protocol to meet his Pakistani counterpart.

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Prime Minister Modi had a series of meeting with leaders of Commonwealth countries

As PM Modi met several leaders at CHOGM, the ministry of external affairs said there was no meeting planned with Pakistan PM Abbasi. "No meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister took place. There is no plan to have any meeting with him," the Ministry of External Affairs said. In Pics: PM Modi meets a friendly neighbour, friends at CHOGM Expanding on India's gain at CHOGM, an Indian government spokesman said the overall objective of PM's participation signalled stepped up engagement with Commonwealth countries and "India's desire to focus on development of Commonwealth countries." Prime Minister Modi had a series of meeting with leaders of Commonwealth countries including Seychelles President Danny Faure and his Mauritius counterpart Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on the sidelines of CHOGM. Prime Minister Modi met his Mauritius counterpart Jugnauth and talked about cooperation in trade and investment, maritime cooperation and people-to-people ties, the foreign ministry said. Modi also interacted with President of Kiribati, Taneti Maamau, and Prime Minister of Antigua & Barbuda, Gaston Browne. The Indian prime minister later met Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina. However, PM Modi's meeting with Pak PM Abbasi did not take place even as several reports suggested the Indian prime minister may break protocol to meet his Pakistani counterpart.

PM Modi not to meet Pak PM Abbasi at CHOGM: External Affairs Ministry

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 2018 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Thursday at the Buckingham Palace.

Prime Minister Modi will begin his day by visiting the International Media Centre at Marlborough House.

The Commonwealth Summit will be formally opened by Queen Elizabeth at 10 am&nbsp;(local time) followed by an official welcome of the leaders of 53 Commonwealth nations by United Kingdom Prime Minister Theresa May and Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland.

The first one-hour Executive Session will be held at the Lancaster House at 12:15 pm&nbsp;(Local time) followed by the second executive session at 2:30 pm&nbsp;(local time).

On the sidelines of the Executive sessions, various bilateral meetings will also be held among the Commonwealth leaders.

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela, The prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, and Saint Lucia Prime Minister Honourable Allen Chastanet are scheduled to hold a meeting.

Further President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa and President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda will conduct a bilateral meeting.

Later President Adama Barrow of the Gambia, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of Australia, Prime Minister Keith Rowley of Trinidad and Tobago, Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth of Mauritius, Prime Minister Danny Faure of Seychelles and Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will have a meeting in the evening.

Further, in the evening Queen Elizabeth will host a dinner reception for all the Commonwealth leaders.

 
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The Commonwealth Summit will be formally opened by Queen Elizabeth at 10 am (local time)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 2018 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Thursday at the Buckingham Palace. Prime Minister Modi will begin his day by visiting the International Media Centre at Marlborough House. The Commonwealth Summit will be formally opened by Queen Elizabeth at 10 am (local time) followed by an official welcome of the leaders of 53 Commonwealth nations by United Kingdom Prime Minister Theresa May and Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland. The first one-hour Executive Session will be held at the Lancaster House at 12:15 pm (Local time) followed by the second executive session at 2:30 pm (local time). On the sidelines of the Executive sessions, various bilateral meetings will also be held among the Commonwealth leaders. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela, The prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, and Saint Lucia Prime Minister Honourable Allen Chastanet are scheduled to hold a meeting. Further President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa and President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda will conduct a bilateral meeting. Later President Adama Barrow of the Gambia, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of Australia, Prime Minister Keith Rowley of Trinidad and Tobago, Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth of Mauritius, Prime Minister Danny Faure of Seychelles and Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will have a meeting in the evening. Further, in the evening Queen Elizabeth will host a dinner reception for all the Commonwealth leaders.

PM Modi to attend 2018 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in London today

Speaking at the first Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting(CHOGM), British PM Theresa May today spoke of "global challenges" which included climate change and cyber attacks.

Earlier in the day, Britain's queen Elizabeth II at the Buckingham Palace said: "I will decide that one day the Prince of Wales should carry on the important work started by my father in 1949 by continuing to treasure and reinvigorate our associations and activities."

The meeting is being attended by heads of 53 Commonwealth countries including Prime Minister Modi is widely seen as an attempt by Britain and its former colonies to reconnect with each other to develop trade and deepen diplomatic and defence&nbsp;ties.

"It is my sincere wish that the Commonwealth will continue to offer stability and continuity for future generations," queen Elizabeth II said.

The meeting is taking place in London for the first time in 20 years. India had earlier skipped three CHOGM meetings, however, this time PM Modi decided to attend it himself in order to broaden India's strategic ties with the rest of the Commonwealth countries which is one of the biggest global groupings in the world.

Prince Charles, 69, made an informal pitch for the role in his remarks at the event in Buckingham Palace: "For my part, the Commonwealth has been a fundamental feature of my life for as long as I can remember."

The meeting is being attended by heads of 53 Commonwealth countries including Prime Minister Modi

Speaking at the first Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting(CHOGM), British PM Theresa May today spoke of "global challenges" which included climate change and cyber attacks. Earlier in the day, Britain's queen Elizabeth II at the Buckingham Palace said: "I will decide that one day the Prince of Wales should carry on the important work started by my father in 1949 by continuing to treasure and reinvigorate our associations and activities." The meeting is being attended by heads of 53 Commonwealth countries including Prime Minister Modi is widely seen as an attempt by Britain and its former colonies to reconnect with each other to develop trade and deepen diplomatic and defence ties. "It is my sincere wish that the Commonwealth will continue to offer stability and continuity for future generations," queen Elizabeth II said. The meeting is taking place in London for the first time in 20 years. India had earlier skipped three CHOGM meetings, however, this time PM Modi decided to attend it himself in order to broaden India's strategic ties with the rest of the Commonwealth countries which is one of the biggest global groupings in the world. Prince Charles, 69, made an informal pitch for the role in his remarks at the event in Buckingham Palace: "For my part, the Commonwealth has been a fundamental feature of my life for as long as I can remember."

Watch: Britain opens CHOGM as PM Theresa May warns of 'global challenges'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the 'Bharat ki Baat, Sabke Saath' town hall in London, where he is on a state-visit to attend the meeting amongst all the heads of Commonwealth Nations.&nbsp

During the event, PM Modi recalled his journey from being a tea-seller on the railway tracks to heading the world's largest democracy.&nbsp

*I have never indulged in counting the number of rape incidents in this government and that government. Rape is rape, be it now or earlier. It is extremely sad. Don't politicise rape incidents.

*We always ask our daughters about what they are doing, where they are going. We must ask our sons too. The person who is committing these crimes is also someone's son. He has a mother too in his house.

*People know that when they say something, the Government will listen and do it. Days of incremental change are over.

*If a person has a cycle, a person aspires a scooter. If a person has a scooter, a person aspires a car. It is natural to aspire. India is getting increasingly aspirational.

*I want this Government to be criticised. Criticism makes democracy strong. Democracy cannot succeed without constructive criticism.

*To criticise, one has to research and find proper facts. Sadly, it does not happen now. What happens instead is allegations.

*If you will see where we stand in comparison to the previous government, I can affirm that we left no stone unturned in doing good for the country on any parameter.

*Today, the need of the hour is to make development a mass movement.

*We have a million problems but we have a billion solutions.

*I can make mistakes but I will not do any work with the ill intention.

*Our focus is on three things - education for students, employment for youth and medicines for the elderly.

*Someone has put a terror export factory in place and makes attempts to attack us from the back, Modi knows how to answer in the same language.

*Those who like exporting terror, I want to tell them that India has changed and their antics will not be tolerated. We believe in peace. But we will not tolerate those who like to export terror. We will give back strong answers and in the language they understand. Terrorism will never be accepted.

Criticism makes democracy strong. Democracy cannot succeed without constructive criticism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the 'Bharat ki Baat, Sabke Saath' town hall in London, where he is on a state-visit to attend the meeting amongst all the heads of Commonwealth Nations. During the event, PM Modi recalled his journey from being a tea-seller on the railway tracks to heading the world's largest democracy. *I have never indulged in counting the number of rape incidents in this government and that government. Rape is rape, be it now or earlier. It is extremely sad. Don't politicise rape incidents. *We always ask our daughters about what they are doing, where they are going. We must ask our sons too. The person who is committing these crimes is also someone's son. He has a mother too in his house. *People know that when they say something, the Government will listen and do it. Days of incremental change are over. *If a person has a cycle, a person aspires a scooter. If a person has a scooter, a person aspires a car. It is natural to aspire. India is getting increasingly aspirational. *I want this Government to be criticised. Criticism makes democracy strong. Democracy cannot succeed without constructive criticism. *To criticise, one has to research and find proper facts. Sadly, it does not happen now. What happens instead is allegations. *If you will see where we stand in comparison to the previous government, I can affirm that we left no stone unturned in doing good for the country on any parameter. *Today, the need of the hour is to make development a mass movement. *We have a million problems but we have a billion solutions. *I can make mistakes but I will not do any work with the ill intention. *Our focus is on three things - education for students, employment for youth and medicines for the elderly. *Someone has put a terror export factory in place and makes attempts to attack us from the back, Modi knows how to answer in the same language. *Those who like exporting terror, I want to tell them that India has changed and their antics will not be tolerated. We believe in peace. But we will not tolerate those who like to export terror. We will give back strong answers and in the language they understand. Terrorism will never be accepted.

I want this government to be criticised: Quotable quotes from PM Modi in London

When the PM was asked about the secret behind his stamina, Modi said, “In the last approximately 20 years, I daily eat 1-2 kgs of abuses (Pichle kareeb kareeb 20 saal se main daily 1 kg-2 kg gaaliyan khaata hun).”&nbsp;

His response evoked laughter among the audience. Some even began to chant ‘Modi, Modi’ slogans.&nbsp;

PM Modi was speaking at an interactive session with diaspora event at the Central Hall Westminster.

"I want Modi government should be criticised to the fullest, in every manner. Criticisms keep the government on their toes. If anyone criticises me then I consider it my good fortune. I don't feel bad about it," he further said. "...But unfortunately, to criticise, you have to research a lot and do a lot of hard work, have to collect facts and figures, and look at history," Modi added.

He further said: "Today, no one has so much time. Very few people do it. Today, criticism has taken the form of the allegation. In a democracy the biggest strength is criticism, and the allegation is worst. For a healthy democracy, criticism should get more importance and should be protected from the allegation. I always welcome criticism.”

Here is PM Narendra Modi's hilarious response:&nbsp;

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Modi spent over two hours taking questions at Central Hall Westminister, the hallowed venue where the United Nations General Assembly first met in 1946.

Censor board chief Prasoon Joshi moderated the event, called - 'Bharat Ki Baat Sabke Saath' - where the prime minister took questions on a wide range of issues.

Modi arrived at the iconic hall after meeting Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace and holding bilateral talks with UK Prime Minister Theresa May.

PM Modi was speaking at an interactive session with diaspora event at the Central Hall Westminster.

When the PM was asked about the secret behind his stamina, Modi said, “In the last approximately 20 years, I daily eat 1-2 kgs of abuses (Pichle kareeb kareeb 20 saal se main daily 1 kg-2 kg gaaliyan khaata hun).” His response evoked laughter among the audience. Some even began to chant ‘Modi, Modi’ slogans. PM Modi was speaking at an interactive session with diaspora event at the Central Hall Westminster. "I want Modi government should be criticised to the fullest, in every manner. Criticisms keep the government on their toes. If anyone criticises me then I consider it my good fortune. I don't feel bad about it," he further said. "...But unfortunately, to criticise, you have to research a lot and do a lot of hard work, have to collect facts and figures, and look at history," Modi added. He further said: "Today, no one has so much time. Very few people do it. Today, criticism has taken the form of the allegation. In a democracy the biggest strength is criticism, and the allegation is worst. For a healthy democracy, criticism should get more importance and should be protected from the allegation. I always welcome criticism.” Here is PM Narendra Modi's hilarious response: #WATCH: On being asked about the secret of his stamina, PM Modi says,'Pichle 20 saal se main daily 1kg-2kg gaali (abuses) khaata hu.' #BharatKiBaatSabkeSaath #London pic.twitter.com/eKbEGoSC1c — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × Modi spent over two hours taking questions at Central Hall Westminister, the hallowed venue where the United Nations General Assembly first met in 1946. Censor board chief Prasoon Joshi moderated the event, called - 'Bharat Ki Baat Sabke Saath' - where the prime minister took questions on a wide range of issues. Modi arrived at the iconic hall after meeting Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace and holding bilateral talks with UK Prime Minister Theresa May.

Watch: PM Modi's funny reply to secret behind his stamina

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With the Karnataka elections just around the corner, chief minister Siddaramaiah is locked in a tight triangular contest with the BJP and the JD-S. Siddaramaiah says the Congress will come to power in Karnataka, paving the way for his party’s revival in the rest of the country.

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After PM Modi said the surgical strikes against Pakistan in September 2016 were a 100 per cent success, the Pakistan foreign office said today that "by continuously repeating a lie, it doesn't turn into the truth."

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According to reports, three Belgian countries have been accused of exporting chemicals to Syria. The trial date has already been set by a Belgian court. Chemicals exported include isopropanol which is also known to be used for producing nerve gas.

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PM Haider al-Abadi's said Iraqi Air Force carried out air strikes on Islamic State(IS) installations inside Syria. The prime minister's office said the "deadly air strikes" were launched from the Iraqi side of the border.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-bangladesh-model-mosques-will-be-open-for-women--131408">Bangladesh's billion-dollar 'model' mosques will be open for women</a>

Touted as Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's flagship project, the plan aims to set up model mosques across the country to check radical ideologies and counter Islamist extremist. The preliminary work for the project has already been started. &nbsp;

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Lingayat religious issue not created by us: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to WION With the Karnataka elections just around the corner, chief minister Siddaramaiah is locked in a tight triangular contest with the BJP and the JD-S. Siddaramaiah says the Congress will come to power in Karnataka, paving the way for his party’s revival in the rest of the country. 'Repeating a lie doesn't turn it into the truth,' says Pak on PM Modi's surgical strike statement After PM Modi said the surgical strikes against Pakistan in September 2016 were a 100 per cent success, the Pakistan foreign office said today that "by continuously repeating a lie, it doesn't turn into the truth." 3 Belgian companies face heat over chemical exports to Syria According to reports, three Belgian countries have been accused of exporting chemicals to Syria. The trial date has already been set by a Belgian court. Chemicals exported include isopropanol which is also known to be used for producing nerve gas. Air Force carried out strikes on Islamic State targets inside Syria: Iraq PM PM Haider al-Abadi's said Iraqi Air Force carried out air strikes on Islamic State(IS) installations inside Syria. The prime minister's office said the "deadly air strikes" were launched from the Iraqi side of the border. Bangladesh's billion-dollar 'model' mosques will be open for women Touted as Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's flagship project, the plan aims to set up model mosques across the country to check radical ideologies and counter Islamist extremist. The preliminary work for the project has already been started.

On his four-day-long visit to the UK, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be served with special, all-vegetarian gourmet Indian cuisine.&nbsp;

According to reports, Shenoy Karmani, Executive chef at St. James Court, Taj Hotel in Buckingham Gate, has been appointed to prepare some of the meals for Prime Minister at various events during his visit.&nbsp;

Karmani and his team of eight members are vested with the responsibility to serve pure vegetarian "Ghar Ka Khana" to Prime Minister Modi.

For his breakfast with UK Prime Minister Theresa May, PM Modi enjoyed a heart-warming spread comprising tea and coffee, Poha, Upma, Puri-Bhaji and Seera.

Later in the day, Prime Minister Modi along with his delegation team was served lunch at the Buckingham's Taj hotel.

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The lunch was prepared under the guidance of Chef Shenoy Karmani. The menu is believed to be high on the special Gujarati delicacies like Khaman, Dhokla, Khandvi, Dal, Dal Pakora, Torai Masala, Stuffed Karela, Paneer Bhurji, Khichdi, among other dishes.

All food items for PM Modi were and will be cooked in pure clarified butter (ghee).

Later at night, British Prime Minister Theresa May will host&nbsp;dinner for the leaders of all the Commonwealth nations who are participating in the CHOGM summit.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Chef Shenoy Karmani and his team of eight members are vested with the responsibility to serve pure vegetarian "Ghar Ka Khana" to Prime Minister Modi

On his four-day-long visit to the UK, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be served with special, all-vegetarian gourmet Indian cuisine. According to reports, Shenoy Karmani, Executive chef at St. James Court, Taj Hotel in Buckingham Gate, has been appointed to prepare some of the meals for Prime Minister at various events during his visit. Karmani and his team of eight members are vested with the responsibility to serve pure vegetarian "Ghar Ka Khana" to Prime Minister Modi. For his breakfast with UK Prime Minister Theresa May, PM Modi enjoyed a heart-warming spread comprising tea and coffee, Poha, Upma, Puri-Bhaji and Seera. Later in the day, Prime Minister Modi along with his delegation team was served lunch at the Buckingham's Taj hotel. Since the whole delegation is in London, our focus is on "home cooked food" so that the delegation don't feel they are away from India. For Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it will be Gujarati food that he loves: Chef Shenoy Karmani. #London pic.twitter.com/qVysb6f4W1 — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2018 × The lunch was prepared under the guidance of Chef Shenoy Karmani. The menu is believed to be high on the special Gujarati delicacies like Khaman, Dhokla, Khandvi, Dal, Dal Pakora, Torai Masala, Stuffed Karela, Paneer Bhurji, Khichdi, among other dishes. All food items for PM Modi were and will be cooked in pure clarified butter (ghee). Later at night, British Prime Minister Theresa May will host dinner for the leaders of all the Commonwealth nations who are participating in the CHOGM summit. (With inputs from agencies)

Poha, Upma, Puri-Bhaji and Seera: PM Modi's heart-warming breakfast with Theresa May

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British PM Theresa May discussed the issue of economic offenders during their meeting today. According to sources, both the leaders raised the issue of economic offenders, like Vijay Mallya and Lalit Modi, who have sought refuge in the UK.

Indian Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale, during a press briefing, confirmed that the issue of economic offenders was also raised during the meet.

"The issue of economic offenders was also raised and this was among a number of consular issues that were raised," Gokhale said.

Mallya is wanted in India in a money laundering case and an alleged bank fraud case in the country.

He left India after defaulting on loans that run into hundreds of crores.

India has submitted more than thousand pages dossier in the London court as part of the evidence against Mallya.

Modi and May also agreed to strengthen cooperation and take decisive actions against globally-proscribed terrorists and terror entities including Lashkar-e-Tayibba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Haqqani Network, Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates.&nbsp;

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According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs, India and UK agreed that terrorist and extremist organisations need to be denied space to radicalise, recruit and conduct attacks on innocent people.&nbsp;

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PM Modi met UK prime minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street and discussed a range of issues.

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PM Modi met UK prime minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British PM Theresa May discussed the issue of economic offenders during their meeting today. According to sources, both the leaders raised the issue of economic offenders, like Vijay Mallya and Lalit Modi, who have sought refuge in the UK. Indian Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale, during a press briefing, confirmed that the issue of economic offenders was also raised during the meet. "The issue of economic offenders was also raised and this was among a number of consular issues that were raised," Gokhale said. Mallya is wanted in India in a money laundering case and an alleged bank fraud case in the country. He left India after defaulting on loans that run into hundreds of crores. India has submitted more than thousand pages dossier in the London court as part of the evidence against Mallya. Modi and May also agreed to strengthen cooperation and take decisive actions against globally-proscribed terrorists and terror entities including Lashkar-e-Tayibba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Haqqani Network, Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates. During PM Modi & British PM Theresa May's discussion on economic offenders, the case of Vijay Mallya was also discussed, say sources. pic.twitter.com/hN88uXuqaA — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs, India and UK agreed that terrorist and extremist organisations need to be denied space to radicalise, recruit and conduct attacks on innocent people. The issue of economic offenders was also raised & this was among a number of consular issues that were raised. I have already covered the issue of mobilising professionals & students & the like.Views were also exchanged on current international & multilateral issues: Foreign Secy pic.twitter.com/L5exZsm5kO — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × PM Modi met UK prime minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street and discussed a range of issues. (With inputs from agencies)

India, UK discussed economic offenders like Vijay Mallya taking refuge in Britain: Sources

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Theresa May discussed a range of issues today.

Both the leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation and take decisive actions against globally-proscribed terrorists and terror entities including Lashkar-e-Tayibba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Haqqani Network, Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates.&nbsp;

According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs, May and Modi agreed that terrorist and extremist organisations need to be denied space to radicalise, recruit and conduct attacks on innocent people.

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"For this, all countries need to work together to disrupt terrorist networks, their financing and movement of terrorists," the leaders noted.&nbsp;

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PM Modi met UK prime minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street.

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The UK PM was quick to greet the Indian prime minister, "very welcome to London, Prime Minister," she said.

The two leaders held a breakfast meeting while discussing a wide range of issues of mutual interest.

"It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara," PM Modi said during his meeting with the British PM Theresa May.

"I hope we can work together for the people of both India and UK," Theresa May told the PM.

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British Prime Minister and PM Narendra Modi also discussed co-operation between India and UK on legal matters. The leaders discussed the chemical weapons attacks in Salisbury and Syria, expressing concern and making clear their opposition to the use of chemical weapons by any party in any circumstances.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the UK today for a four-day visit of bilateral engagements as well as multilateral discussions as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson received Modi at the Heathrow airport here.

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May and Modi agreed that terrorist and extremist organisations need to be denied space to radicalise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Theresa May discussed a range of issues today. Both the leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation and take decisive actions against globally-proscribed terrorists and terror entities including Lashkar-e-Tayibba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Haqqani Network, Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates. According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs, May and Modi agreed that terrorist and extremist organisations need to be denied space to radicalise, recruit and conduct attacks on innocent people. The British PM & PM Modi agreed that terrorist & extremist organisations need to be denied space to radicalise, recruit & conduct attacks on innocent people for this all countries need to work together to disrupt terrorist networks, their financing & movement of terrorists: MEA — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × "For this, all countries need to work together to disrupt terrorist networks, their financing and movement of terrorists," the leaders noted. 2nd issue was issue of terrorism&radicalism. PM described extremism,radicalism,terrorism as a rising challenge for both countries&for countries across the globe. It was agreed that one area where we need to enhance cooperation substantially is in cyber security field:Foreign Secy pic.twitter.com/P59369u7ZC — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × PM Modi met UK prime minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street. British Prime Minister Theresa May and PM Narendra Modi discussed co-operation between the 2 countries on legal matters: Downing Street spokesperson — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × The UK PM was quick to greet the Indian prime minister, "very welcome to London, Prime Minister," she said. The two leaders held a breakfast meeting while discussing a wide range of issues of mutual interest. "It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara," PM Modi said during his meeting with the British PM Theresa May. "I hope we can work together for the people of both India and UK," Theresa May told the PM. It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara: PM Modi in meeting with British PM Theresa May in London pic.twitter.com/4Dn0wCI9fW — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × British Prime Minister and PM Narendra Modi also discussed co-operation between India and UK on legal matters. The leaders discussed the chemical weapons attacks in Salisbury and Syria, expressing concern and making clear their opposition to the use of chemical weapons by any party in any circumstances. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the UK today for a four-day visit of bilateral engagements as well as multilateral discussions as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson received Modi at the Heathrow airport here. (With inputs from agencies)

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was today welcomed by Britain's Prince Charles at an exhibition organised to celebrate India's role in the history of science and technology.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was today welcomed by Britain's Prince Charles at an exhibition organised to celebrate India's role in the history of science and technology.

"Prime Minister Modi and Prince Charles visited the exhibition on 5,000 years of Science and Technology in India," tweeted Raveesh Kumar, Official Spokesperson at the Ministry of External Affairs.

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Interacting with people who act as a bridge to strengthen people-to-people relationship between two countries. PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> and HRH Prince Charles <a href="https://twitter.com/ClarenceHouse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ClarenceHouse</a> visited Living Bridge Themed Reception at the Science Museum. A Yoga Centre of Excellence was also inaugurated. <a href="https://t.co/UpvPFMnbNK">pic.twitter.com/UpvPFMnbNK</a>
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The exhibition, hosted by the Prince of Wales, celebrated India's role in the history of science and technology by exploring its contributions to subjects including space exploration and engineering, according to the official Twitter handle of Clarence House, the royal residence in London.

The Prince of Wales and Modi also watched a performance by the Akademi South Asian dance group.

Modi visited the Science Museum in London to explore the '5,000 Years of Science and Innovation' exhibition and interact with Indian-origin and other scientists and innovators based in the UK.

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Later in the day, Modi will interact with Indian-origin and other scientists and innovators based in the UK.&nbsp;

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Modi's first leg of UK visit is packed with meetings and engagements. Later today, the PM will meet Queen Elizabeth at the Buckingham Palace and will also deliver a live address. He will attend the CEO's summit along with numerous tours planned for the rest of the day.&nbsp;

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The UK PM was quick to greet the Indian prime minister, "very welcome to London, Prime Minister," she said.

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"It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara," PM Modi said during his meeting with the British PM Theresa May.

"I'm confident that new energy will be added to our ties after today's meeting. I'm happy that UK will be part of International solar alliance," PM Modi told the UK minister.

"I believe this is not only a fight against climate change but our responsibility for future generations," Modi said.

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Tomorrow, PM Modi will partake in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the UK today for a four-day visit of bilateral engagements as well as multilateral discussions as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson received Modi at the Heathrow airport here.

Modi's visit will have a particular focus on the India-UK technological partnership as well as an enhanced role in the Commonwealth.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Earlier today, Modi met British Prime Minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was today welcomed by Britain's Prince Charles at an exhibition organised to celebrate India's role in the history of science and technology. "Prime Minister Modi and Prince Charles visited the exhibition on 5,000 years of Science and Technology in India," tweeted Raveesh Kumar, Official Spokesperson at the Ministry of External Affairs. Interacting with people who act as a bridge to strengthen people-to-people relationship between two countries. PM @narendramodi and HRH Prince Charles @ClarenceHouse visited Living Bridge Themed Reception at the Science Museum. A Yoga Centre of Excellence was also inaugurated. pic.twitter.com/UpvPFMnbNK — Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) April 18, 2018 × The exhibition, hosted by the Prince of Wales, celebrated India's role in the history of science and technology by exploring its contributions to subjects including space exploration and engineering, according to the official Twitter handle of Clarence House, the royal residence in London. The Prince of Wales and Modi also watched a performance by the Akademi South Asian dance group. Modi visited the Science Museum in London to explore the '5,000 Years of Science and Innovation' exhibition and interact with Indian-origin and other scientists and innovators based in the UK. PM @narendramodi welcomed by HRH Prince Charles at the Science Museum in London. PM and Prince Charles @ClarenceHouse visited the Exhibition on 5000 years of Science and Technology in India. pic.twitter.com/xLy7sVHcnq — Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) April 18, 2018 × Later in the day, Modi will interact with Indian-origin and other scientists and innovators based in the UK. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prince Charles at exhibition on '5000 Years of Science and Innovation' in London. pic.twitter.com/iXHYBj4dnJ — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × Modi's first leg of UK visit is packed with meetings and engagements. Later today, the PM will meet Queen Elizabeth at the Buckingham Palace and will also deliver a live address. He will attend the CEO's summit along with numerous tours planned for the rest of the day. The Prince and @narendramodi watch a performance by the Akademi South Asian dance group at the @sciencemuseum.#CHOGM2018 pic.twitter.com/bgtBlIqeMP — Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018 × Earlier today, Modi met British Prime Minister Theresa May at her official residence in 10 Downing Street. The UK PM was quick to greet the Indian prime minister, "very welcome to London, Prime Minister," she said. The two leaders held a breakfast meeting while discussing a wide range of issues of mutual interest. It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara: PM Modi in meeting with British PM Theresa May in London pic.twitter.com/4Dn0wCI9fW — ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2018 × "It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara," PM Modi said during his meeting with the British PM Theresa May. "I'm confident that new energy will be added to our ties after today's meeting. I'm happy that UK will be part of International solar alliance," PM Modi told the UK minister. "I believe this is not only a fight against climate change but our responsibility for future generations," Modi said. "I hope we can work together for the people of both India and UK," Theresa May told the PM Tomorrow, PM Modi will partake in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the UK today for a four-day visit of bilateral engagements as well as multilateral discussions as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson received Modi at the Heathrow airport here. Modi's visit will have a particular focus on the India-UK technological partnership as well as an enhanced role in the Commonwealth. (With inputs from agencies)

After breakfast with Theresa May, PM Modi meets Prince Charles

Former PM Manmohan Singh has come on record to criticise&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/our-darkest-hour-response-of-government-inadequate-49-former-bureaucrats-write-to-pm-modi-after-kathua-unnao-gang-rapes-130680">PM Modi over his long silence</a> on the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/kathua-rape-victims-father-demands-death-penalty-for-culprits-130819">Kathua</a> and <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/trial-in-kathua-gang-rape-case-begins-130724">Unnao</a> rape cases asking him to&nbsp;"follow his own advice” and “speak more often”.

Manmohan was speaking to the <a href="http://indianexpress.com/article/india/manmohan-singh-on-kathua-unnao-rape-cases-pm-modi-should-follow-own-advice-to-me-speak-more-often-5141751/">Indian Express</a>.&nbsp;

Hitting out at the PM, Singh said that Modi's failure to speak gave the people a chance to think that they could get away with anything would any action being taken against them. He added that he was glad that the PM broke his silence and assured that "daughters of India" will get justice.

He also blamed Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti for not handling the Kathua rape case properly. He claimed that her approach to the case might have been affected by her coalition partner, BJP.&nbsp;

Singh has often been taunted for not speaking up on important issues, more so during the last couple of years during his 10-year tenure to which he said that he “had lived with comments like these his whole life”.

The Congress leader said that Modi’s failure to speak up earlier had allowed people to think that they could get away without stern action being taken against them.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/opinion-the-kathua-case-and-bollywoods-pernicious-symbolism-131033">Opinion: The Kathua case and Bollywood's pernicious symbolism</a>

He also accused the Centre of turning a blind eye to law and order issues in the country just a year before the general elections in 2019.&nbsp;

The alleged gangrape and murder of the girl, who belonged to nomadic Muslim community, took place in the Kathua district in January. After being missing for a week, her body was found on January 17.&nbsp;

Hitting out at the PM, Singh said that Modi's failure to speak gave the people a chance to think that they could get away with anything would any action being taken against them

Former PM Manmohan Singh has come on record to criticise PM Modi over his long silence on the Kathua and Unnao rape cases asking him to "follow his own advice” and “speak more often”. Manmohan was speaking to the Indian Express. Hitting out at the PM, Singh said that Modi's failure to speak gave the people a chance to think that they could get away with anything would any action being taken against them. He added that he was glad that the PM broke his silence and assured that "daughters of India" will get justice. He also blamed Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti for not handling the Kathua rape case properly. He claimed that her approach to the case might have been affected by her coalition partner, BJP. Singh has often been taunted for not speaking up on important issues, more so during the last couple of years during his 10-year tenure to which he said that he “had lived with comments like these his whole life”. The Congress leader said that Modi’s failure to speak up earlier had allowed people to think that they could get away without stern action being taken against them. Also read: Opinion: The Kathua case and Bollywood's pernicious symbolism He also accused the Centre of turning a blind eye to law and order issues in the country just a year before the general elections in 2019. The alleged gangrape and murder of the girl, who belonged to nomadic Muslim community, took place in the Kathua district in January. After being missing for a week, her body was found on January 17.

PM Modi should follow his own advice and speak more often: Manmohan Singh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Sweden late night on Monday 9:30 pm (local time) as part of the first India-Nordic Summit. He was received by his Swedish counterpart Stefan Lofven at the Stolkhome Arlanda airport.&nbsp;

The Nordics—Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Iceland form a group of country that share history, culture, and traditions. Modi will be having bilaterals with all the heads of states of Nordic countries and take part in the big india Nordic summit. It is the second time in history that Nordic region is holding a summit with another country. The first time it happened was in the tenure of US president Obama.

Nordic countries have globally recognized strengths in clean technologies, environmental solutions, port modernization, food processing, health, agriculture infrastructure, skill development and innovation which are also the focus areas of India’s development.&nbsp;

India’s trade with the Nordic countries is at around US$ 5.3 billion in 2016-17. Cumulative Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to India from Nordic countries is at US$ 2.5 billion. The Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund is one of the biggest single investors in India with investment of over $11.7 billion in India at the end of 2017.

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to meet King of Sweden King Carl XVI Gustaf in the morning followed by a walk with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven from Sogerska to Rosenbad.

Modi and Lofven collectively appreciated the presence of the Prime Minister in Sweden while highlighting the fact that after a gap of 30 years an Indian Prime Minister has visited Sweden.

One of the visitors hailed the Union Government's project of Digital India while saying, "We hope that the foreign visits of Prime Minister Modi will strengthen Digital India and his aim of taking lessons from foreign technology and then apply in India will also be fulfilled."

Later in the day, the Prime Ministers of both the countries will sign bilateral agreements followed by a press conference at around 1:30 pm&nbsp;(Sweden local time).

Prime Minister Modi is further scheduled to take part in the Sweden-India business day at the City hall Golden room.

Later Nordic Prime Minister Lofven will conduct a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi at Hotel Grand.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian diaspora outside a hotel in Sweden minutes after arriving in the country to embark on his two-day visit as part of the Indo-Nordic summit.

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Further, a group of students from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology of Sweden was also present at the venue to interact with the Prime Minister. They carried the banners that read: "Welcome PM" and shouted slogans of "Bharat Mata ki Jai" and said they are feeling as if they are at home (India).

KTH Royal Institute of Technology of Sweden had been roped in by the Indian government to work along with Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, and Madras for its smart cities project.

Another visitor said, "Bharat had an only chance in 2014 and now it has got another chance in 2019 and it must not lose it. The rise of India in past four years is incomparable to that in 15 years. This has helped in increasing the understanding of the Indian culture among other countries."

The forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UK will focus on enhancing India-UK tech partnership. He will attend the CHOGM in London from April 19 to 20.

After concluding his visits to Sweden and the UK, the Prime Minister will meet Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin for a brief while and both the leaders will exchange views on a number of bilateral, regional and global issues.

Modi is scheduled to meet Swedish King Carl XVI Gustaf Tuesday morning, followed by a walk with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven from Sogerska to Rosenbad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Sweden late night on Monday 9:30 pm (local time) as part of the first India-Nordic Summit. He was received by his Swedish counterpart Stefan Lofven at the Stolkhome Arlanda airport. The Nordics—Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Iceland form a group of country that share history, culture, and traditions. Modi will be having bilaterals with all the heads of states of Nordic countries and take part in the big india Nordic summit. It is the second time in history that Nordic region is holding a summit with another country. The first time it happened was in the tenure of US president Obama. Nordic countries have globally recognized strengths in clean technologies, environmental solutions, port modernization, food processing, health, agriculture infrastructure, skill development and innovation which are also the focus areas of India’s development. India’s trade with the Nordic countries is at around US$ 5.3 billion in 2016-17. Cumulative Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to India from Nordic countries is at US$ 2.5 billion. The Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund is one of the biggest single investors in India with investment of over $11.7 billion in India at the end of 2017. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to meet King of Sweden King Carl XVI Gustaf in the morning followed by a walk with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven from Sogerska to Rosenbad. Modi and Lofven collectively appreciated the presence of the Prime Minister in Sweden while highlighting the fact that after a gap of 30 years an Indian Prime Minister has visited Sweden. One of the visitors hailed the Union Government's project of Digital India while saying, "We hope that the foreign visits of Prime Minister Modi will strengthen Digital India and his aim of taking lessons from foreign technology and then apply in India will also be fulfilled." Later in the day, the Prime Ministers of both the countries will sign bilateral agreements followed by a press conference at around 1:30 pm (Sweden local time). Prime Minister Modi is further scheduled to take part in the Sweden-India business day at the City hall Golden room. Later Nordic Prime Minister Lofven will conduct a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi at Hotel Grand. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian diaspora outside a hotel in Sweden minutes after arriving in the country to embark on his two-day visit as part of the Indo-Nordic summit. #WATCH: Prime Minister Modi received by Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven on arrival in Stockholm, #Sweden. pic.twitter.com/Vj9i2h8Edx — ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2018 × मैं मेरे प्रिय मित्र प्रधान मंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी @narendramodi का स्वीडन में हार्दिक स्वागत करता हूँ! मुझे विश्वास है कि ये ऐतिहासिक यात्रा जो मेरे 2016 मुंबई दौरे के बाद हो रही है, इस से हमारे रिश्ते और भी मजबूत होंगे. सुस्वागतम! ?? ??#ModiInSweden pic.twitter.com/2ZFgfVHko5 — SwedishPM (@SwedishPM) April 16, 2018 × Further, a group of students from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology of Sweden was also present at the venue to interact with the Prime Minister. They carried the banners that read: "Welcome PM" and shouted slogans of "Bharat Mata ki Jai" and said they are feeling as if they are at home (India). KTH Royal Institute of Technology of Sweden had been roped in by the Indian government to work along with Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, and Madras for its smart cities project. Another visitor said, "Bharat had an only chance in 2014 and now it has got another chance in 2019 and it must not lose it. The rise of India in past four years is incomparable to that in 15 years. This has helped in increasing the understanding of the Indian culture among other countries." The forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UK will focus on enhancing India-UK tech partnership. He will attend the CHOGM in London from April 19 to 20. After concluding his visits to Sweden and the UK, the Prime Minister will meet Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin for a brief while and both the leaders will exchange views on a number of bilateral, regional and global issues.

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Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday announced the adoption of Joint Action Plan with Sweden.The strategic innovation partnership with Sweden aims to strengthen cybersecurity and work on smart cities, energy and transportation.

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Anti-Pakistan banners stating "Pakistan must answer for crimes against humanity" and "must question Pakistan for enforced disappearances in Balochistan" were seen in London ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

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The Jodhpur High Court has decided to pronounce the verdict in the Asaram rape case in the Jodhpur jail.

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After India summoned Pakistan's deputy high commissioner Syed Haider Shah over Pakistan's refusal to allow consular access to Sikh pilgrims in Punjab province, Shah said &nbspIslamabad is "always happy to host Sikh pilgrims".

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Germany's role in the Syrian peace process must be to secure the channels of communication with Russia that are necessary to achieve a political solution to the country's seven-year-old civil war, foreign minister Heiko Maas said on Tuesday.

PM Modi, Swedish PM Lofven vow to strengthen cybersecurity focus on smart cities, energy & innovation Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday announced the adoption of Joint Action Plan with Sweden.The strategic innovation partnership with Sweden aims to strengthen cybersecurity and work on smart cities, energy and transportation. Anti-Pakistan banners in London ahead of CHOGM Anti-Pakistan banners stating "Pakistan must answer for crimes against humanity" and "must question Pakistan for enforced disappearances in Balochistan" were seen in London ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). High Court to pronounce verdict on Asaram rape case in Jodhpur jail The Jodhpur High Court has decided to pronounce the verdict in the Asaram rape case in the Jodhpur jail. 'Always happy to host Sikh pilgrims,' says Pakistan deputy high commissioner after India summons After India summoned Pakistan's deputy high commissioner Syed Haider Shah over Pakistan's refusal to allow consular access to Sikh pilgrims in Punjab province, Shah said &nbspIslamabad is "always happy to host Sikh pilgrims". Syria strikes: 'Can open window for dialogue with Russia,' says German foreign minister Germany's role in the Syrian peace process must be to secure the channels of communication with Russia that are necessary to achieve a political solution to the country's seven-year-old civil war, foreign minister Heiko Maas said on Tuesday.

Congress president Rahul Gandhi has held Prime Minister Narendra Modi responsible for ATM machines running out of cash, saying the PM has destroyed the banking system.

He further criticised Modi over the Nirav Modi row, saying that he has taken money from common man's pocket and put it into Nirav Modi's pocket.&nbsp;

Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Gandhi said, "Modiji has destroyed the banking system. Nirav fled with Rs 30,000 crore and Prime Minister didn't utter a word."

"We were forced to stand in queues as he snatched Rs 500-1,000 notes from our pockets and put in Nirav Modi's pocket," he added.&nbsp;

He further attacked Modi and said that he&nbsp;runs away from talking in Parliament and having discussions over different issues. Gandhi claimed that if he got 15 minutes to speak on issues related to the Rafael deal and Nirav Modi, PM Modi will not have any answers.

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People Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat reported that they were<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/atms-in-several-states-run-of-cash-130963"> unable to withdraw cash</a> since several ATMs in their city had run out of money.&nbsp;

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that he had reviewed the currency situation in the country and assured that there was more than adequate currency in circulation and available with the banks.&nbsp;

The finance minister said the temporary shortage had been caused by "sudden and unusual increase in some areas and is being tackled quickly".

He further attacked Modi saying he runs away from talking in Parliment and having discussions over different issues

Congress president Rahul Gandhi has held Prime Minister Narendra Modi responsible for ATM machines running out of cash, saying the PM has destroyed the banking system. He further criticised Modi over the Nirav Modi row, saying that he has taken money from common man's pocket and put it into Nirav Modi's pocket. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Gandhi said, "Modiji has destroyed the banking system. Nirav fled with Rs 30,000 crore and Prime Minister didn't utter a word." "We were forced to stand in queues as he snatched Rs 500-1,000 notes from our pockets and put in Nirav Modi's pocket," he added. He further attacked Modi and said that he runs away from talking in Parliament and having discussions over different issues. Gandhi claimed that if he got 15 minutes to speak on issues related to the Rafael deal and Nirav Modi, PM Modi will not have any answers. PM parliament main khade hone se darte hain. Hume 15 mins ka bhashan mil jaye Parliament house main PM khade nahi ho payenge, chahe wo Rafael ka mamala ho ya, chahe wo Nirav Modi ka mamla ho, PM khade nahi ho payenge: Rahul Gandhi pic.twitter.com/eJKhAMNFqW — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2018 × People Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat reported that they were unable to withdraw cash since several ATMs in their city had run out of money. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that he had reviewed the currency situation in the country and assured that there was more than adequate currency in circulation and available with the banks. The finance minister said the temporary shortage had been caused by "sudden and unusual increase in some areas and is being tackled quickly".

PM has destroyed banking system, put our money in Nirav Modi's pocket: Rahul Gandhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-day official visit to Sweden and the United Kingdom (UK) today. The visit of the prime minister to the two nations aims at enhancing bilateral cooperation in key areas like trade, investments and science and technology.

Apart from bilateral visits to the two countries, Prime Minister Modi will attend the India-Nordic Summit and Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Sweden and the United Kingdom respectively.At the invitation of Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven, Prime Minister Modi will undertake his first visit to Sweden on April 16 to 17.

He is scheduled to arrive in Stockholm on April 16 evening and will have a number of meetings on April 17, including an audience with the King of Sweden, King Carl XVI Gustaf, and consultations with Prime Minister Lofven, according to Ministry of External Affairs statement.

Prime Minister Modi will address a gathering of select Swedish business leaders and will also meet Indian community in Sweden.

On the sidelines of the India-Nordic Summit, Prime Minister Modi will have separate bilateral meetings with Prime Ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, and Norway respectively.

The Prime Minister will visit the UK from April 17 to 20 for a bilateral visit and attend CHOGM. The forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UK will focus on enhancing India-UK tech partnership.The visit will see a number of deliverables in the area of skill development, healthcare, cybersecurity, innovation, traditional medicine, and education.

The India-UK CEOs Forum will also take place during this visit. Also, the UK will formally convey their readiness to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA).

Prime Minister Modi will attend the CHOGM in London from April 19 to 20. The meetings of the Commonwealth Heads of Government usually take place every two years and serve to shape the organisation's agenda for the next two years.

The CHOGM is a multilateral organisation known for its focus on the development issues that confront the Small States and Small Island Developing States (SIDS), many of whom have deep historical and bilateral ties with India.&nbsp;

The visit of the prime minister to the two nations aims at enhancing bilateral cooperation in key areas like trade, investments and science and technology.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-day official visit to Sweden and the United Kingdom (UK) today. The visit of the prime minister to the two nations aims at enhancing bilateral cooperation in key areas like trade, investments and science and technology. Apart from bilateral visits to the two countries, Prime Minister Modi will attend the India-Nordic Summit and Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Sweden and the United Kingdom respectively.At the invitation of Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven, Prime Minister Modi will undertake his first visit to Sweden on April 16 to 17. He is scheduled to arrive in Stockholm on April 16 evening and will have a number of meetings on April 17, including an audience with the King of Sweden, King Carl XVI Gustaf, and consultations with Prime Minister Lofven, according to Ministry of External Affairs statement. Prime Minister Modi will address a gathering of select Swedish business leaders and will also meet Indian community in Sweden. On the sidelines of the India-Nordic Summit, Prime Minister Modi will have separate bilateral meetings with Prime Ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, and Norway respectively. The Prime Minister will visit the UK from April 17 to 20 for a bilateral visit and attend CHOGM. The forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UK will focus on enhancing India-UK tech partnership.The visit will see a number of deliverables in the area of skill development, healthcare, cybersecurity, innovation, traditional medicine, and education. The India-UK CEOs Forum will also take place during this visit. Also, the UK will formally convey their readiness to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA). Prime Minister Modi will attend the CHOGM in London from April 19 to 20. The meetings of the Commonwealth Heads of Government usually take place every two years and serve to shape the organisation's agenda for the next two years. The CHOGM is a multilateral organisation known for its focus on the development issues that confront the Small States and Small Island Developing States (SIDS), many of whom have deep historical and bilateral ties with India.

Watch: Modi to embark on 5-day official visit to Sweden, UK today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Sweden and England from April 16 to April 20. The Prime Minister is expected to reach Stockholm, Sweden on April 16.

Modi will be the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Sweden in the last three decades after former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi visited&nbsp;the country in 1988.&nbsp;

Ahead of PM Modi's visit to the European nation, we take a quick look at India-Sweden ties that go back to the year 1949 when both countries established formal diplomatic relations.

A diplomatic mission in Stockholm was established by India in the year 1949 which was later raised to the status of an embassy. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the country in 1957.

The bilateral ties between India and Sweden went smoothly until the Bofors scandal damaged relations in 1987. The scandal resulted in Congress' defeat in the general elections.&nbsp;

By the turn&nbsp;of the century, India-Sweden ties were on the mend. Both the countries expressed commitment and eagerness to promote their economic and cultural relations.

PM Modi's meeting with his Swedish counterpart is likely to translate into better and fruitful ties between both nations. Prime Minister of Sweden Stefan Löfven previously declared his support for India's candidature as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

Currently, bilateral trade between India and Sweden stands at over US$2 billion. And India is, among Asian countries, Sweden's third-largest trade partner.&nbsp;

On his upcoming visit to Sweden, PM Modi will hold a bilateral summit with his Swedish counterpart Stefan Lofven on April 17 to discuss regional and global issues at length.&nbsp;

India and Sweden will also co-host the first ever India-Nordic Summit on April 17. The event will see prime ministers from four Nordic countries — Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway — in attendance.&nbsp;

An India-Sweden Innovation Partnership is also expected to be launched.&nbsp;

Interestingly, traces of a relationship between the two countries date back to the 8th century.

In 1954, a small bronze Buddha statuette, believed to have been made in present-day Kashmir around the 5th century, was discovered during excavations on an 8th-century Viking ship.

That statuette now rests at the Swedish History Museum.

Bilateral trade between India and Sweden stands at over US$2 billion today. And India is, among Asian countries, Sweden's third-largest trade partner.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Sweden and England from April 16 to April 20. The Prime Minister is expected to reach Stockholm, Sweden on April 16. Modi will be the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Sweden in the last three decades after former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi visited the country in 1988. Ahead of PM Modi's visit to the European nation, we take a quick look at India-Sweden ties that go back to the year 1949 when both countries established formal diplomatic relations. A diplomatic mission in Stockholm was established by India in the year 1949 which was later raised to the status of an embassy. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the country in 1957. The bilateral ties between India and Sweden went smoothly until the Bofors scandal damaged relations in 1987. The scandal resulted in Congress' defeat in the general elections. By the turn of the century, India-Sweden ties were on the mend. Both the countries expressed commitment and eagerness to promote their economic and cultural relations. PM Modi's meeting with his Swedish counterpart is likely to translate into better and fruitful ties between both nations. Prime Minister of Sweden Stefan Löfven previously declared his support for India's candidature as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. Currently, bilateral trade between India and Sweden stands at over US$2 billion. And India is, among Asian countries, Sweden's third-largest trade partner. On his upcoming visit to Sweden, PM Modi will hold a bilateral summit with his Swedish counterpart Stefan Lofven on April 17 to discuss regional and global issues at length. India and Sweden will also co-host the first ever India-Nordic Summit on April 17. The event will see prime ministers from four Nordic countries — Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway — in attendance. An India-Sweden Innovation Partnership is also expected to be launched. Interestingly, traces of a relationship between the two countries date back to the 8th century. In 1954, a small bronze Buddha statuette, believed to have been made in present-day Kashmir around the 5th century, was discovered during excavations on an 8th-century Viking ship. That statuette now rests at the Swedish History Museum.

Ties that go back to the 8th century: A look at India-Sweden relations

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