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<p>US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti praised India's developmental trajectory stating that if anyone wants to see, feel or work on the future, they must come to India. Speaking at an event on Tuesday [April 9], Garcetti said that serving in India has been a "great privilege" as Washington-Delhi ties continue to deepen in several domains.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If you want to see the future, come to India. If you want to feel the future, come to India. If you want to work on the future, come to India. I have the great privilege of being able to do that every single day as the leader of the US Mission," he said at an event.</p>

<p>Earlier, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan had asserted that Washington-Delhi partnership has "gone to new heights".</p>

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<p>"The partnership between the US and India, a country in BRICS, has gone to new heights with an engagement across technology and security and so many other dimensions," Sullivan said while speaking to reporters at the White House.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US-India ties had been on an ascending trajectory for past few years.</p>

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<p>But the ties have been under the scanner after US prosecutors charged an Indian national in November last year in connection with his involvement in an alleged foiled plot to assassinate Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.</p>

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<p>The US alleged that Nikhil Gupta was working with an Indian government employee and had agreed to pay an assassin $100,000 to kill Pannun.</p>

<p>New Delhi has constituted an investigation committee to probe the accusations.</p>

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<p>Earlier this month, Garcetti praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration for doing "everything that's been asked for" about the investigation into the Pannun murder plot.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti praised India's developmental trajectory stating that if anyone wants to see, feel or work on the future, they must come to India.

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti praised India's developmental trajectory stating that if anyone wants to see, feel or work on the future, they must come to India. Speaking at an event on Tuesday [April 9], Garcetti said that serving in India has been a "great privilege" as Washington-Delhi ties continue to deepen in several domains. "If you want to see the future, come to India. If you want to feel the future, come to India. If you want to work on the future, come to India. I have the great privilege of being able to do that every single day as the leader of the US Mission," he said at an event. Earlier, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan had asserted that Washington-Delhi partnership has "gone to new heights". View this post on Instagram A post shared by WION (@wionews) × "The partnership between the US and India, a country in BRICS, has gone to new heights with an engagement across technology and security and so many other dimensions," Sullivan said while speaking to reporters at the White House. The US-India ties had been on an ascending trajectory for past few years. Also read | India, China may engage in 'armed conflict' amid strained ties, claims US intelligence assessment But the ties have been under the scanner after US prosecutors charged an Indian national in November last year in connection with his involvement in an alleged foiled plot to assassinate Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Also read | Why the US needs India more than India needs the US? The US alleged that Nikhil Gupta was working with an Indian government employee and had agreed to pay an assassin $100,000 to kill Pannun. New Delhi has constituted an investigation committee to probe the accusations. Also watch | Record number of India students get US visas × Earlier this month, Garcetti praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration for doing "everything that's been asked for" about the investigation into the Pannun murder plot. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p><strong>Eid al-Fitr 2024 date and Moon sighting time in UAE:&nbsp;</strong>The culmination of Ramadan is marked by Eid al-Fitr celebrations. As the month of Ramadan draws to a close, Muslims worldwide prepare to observe the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon, heralding the arrival of Eid al-Fitr 2024 and the commencement of the new month in the Islamic lunar calendar. Throughout Ramadan, the Muslim community balance&nbsp;their professional and personal responsibilities to honour this sacred period. It's a time for seeking forgiveness, both from Allah and from those whom they may have unintentionally wronged, through earnest night prayers and reflection. Moon was seen on Tuesday&nbsp;(Apr 9)&nbsp;in the UAE.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The festival follows the sacred month during which adherents of the Islamic faith worldwide observe Roza (fasting). This practice involves observing sehri and iftar. Sehri signifies the commencement of fasting, while iftar signifies its conclusion.</p>

<p>Moon sightings carry great cultural and religious importance in Islam. Traditionally, Eid al-Fitr&nbsp;is announced upon sighting the Shawwal crescent moon, signifying the end of Ramadan. This custom involves observing the sky shortly after sunset on the 29th day of Ramadan. If the new moon is sighted, Ramadan ends, and Eid-ul-Fitr is the next day. However, if the moon remains unseen, Ramadan continues for 30 days.</p>

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<p><strong>Eid al-Fitr 2024 moon sighting time in UAE:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<h2><strong>When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 moon sighting date and time in UAE&nbsp;?</strong></h2>

<p>Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar had&nbsp;announced that Eid will be celebrated on April 10. In India, Eid al-Fitr 2024 will be celebrated on April 11 except for Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Kerala where it is being celebrated on Wednesday (Apr 10).&nbsp;The timing for Eid prayer in the UAE is at 6:20 am.</p>

<p>However, it's important to acknowledge that prayer timings and the sighting of the moon may vary depending on location and local religious authorities.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Eid al-Fitr 2024 date and Moon sighting time in UAE: The culmination of Ramadan is marked by Eid al-Fitr celebrations. As the month of Ramadan draws to a close, Muslims worldwide prepare to observe the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon, heralding the arrival of Eid al-Fitr 2024 and the commencement of the new month in the Islamic lunar calendar.

Eid al-Fitr 2024 date and Moon sighting time in UAE: The culmination of Ramadan is marked by Eid al-Fitr celebrations. As the month of Ramadan draws to a close, Muslims worldwide prepare to observe the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon, heralding the arrival of Eid al-Fitr 2024 and the commencement of the new month in the Islamic lunar calendar. Throughout Ramadan, the Muslim community balance their professional and personal responsibilities to honour this sacred period. It's a time for seeking forgiveness, both from Allah and from those whom they may have unintentionally wronged, through earnest night prayers and reflection. Moon was seen on Tuesday (Apr 9) in the UAE. The festival follows the sacred month during which adherents of the Islamic faith worldwide observe Roza (fasting). This practice involves observing sehri and iftar. Sehri signifies the commencement of fasting, while iftar signifies its conclusion. Moon sightings carry great cultural and religious importance in Islam. Traditionally, Eid al-Fitr is announced upon sighting the Shawwal crescent moon, signifying the end of Ramadan. This custom involves observing the sky shortly after sunset on the 29th day of Ramadan. If the new moon is sighted, Ramadan ends, and Eid-ul-Fitr is the next day. However, if the moon remains unseen, Ramadan continues for 30 days. Also read | Doctors in China successfully transplant pig kidney into brain-dead human patient Eid al-Fitr 2024 moon sighting time in UAE: When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 moon sighting date and time in UAE ? Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar had announced that Eid will be celebrated on April 10. In India, Eid al-Fitr 2024 will be celebrated on April 11 except for Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Kerala where it is being celebrated on Wednesday (Apr 10). The timing for Eid prayer in the UAE is at 6:20 am. However, it's important to acknowledge that prayer timings and the sighting of the moon may vary depending on location and local religious authorities. (With inputs from agencies)

Eid al-Fitr 2024 date, Moon sighting and prayers timings in UAE

<p>The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is working on converting JS Kaga, a helicopter carrier, into an aircraft carrier and the first of the two-stage modification was completed last month. The aircraft carrier is expected to operate the Lockheed Martin F-35B fighter aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The crucial modification includes changes in the deck's shape from a trapezoid to a rectangle and applying heat-resistant coating so that it can withstand the high temperatures from the jet engines. It aims to ensure the safe takeoff and landing of fighter aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Captain Ichiro Kokubu, who is the Kaga's commander, highlighted the significance of the transformation Kaga is undergoing. As quoted by the EurAsian Times, Kokubu said: "It is the first time for the MSDF to undertake such big (modification) work."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Japanese defence ministry is reportedly also planning to convert JS Kaga's sister ship 'Izumo' into an aircraft carrier. However, a report by Navy Recognition mentioned that neither JS Izumo nor JS Kaga will permanently carry squadrons of F-35Bs. The government has clarified to ensure that both of them don't qualify as "attack-type aircraft carriers".&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by the Naval News, Admiral Ryo Sakai, Chief of staff of the JMSDF, said: "We had carried out the first special modification work on the destroyer Kaga in conjunction with a regular inspection for about two years starting at the end of fiscal year 2021, and the modification was completed as planned on March 29 of this year."&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Japan PM Kishida arrives in US ahead of White House meeting with Biden&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>"The destroyer Kaga is scheduled to undergo various tests (such as sea trials) during this fiscal year after the first modification, and the results of those tests will be reflected in the second special modification of Izumo, which will begin this fiscal year," Sakai said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force will continue to steadily advance the necessary modifications to acquire the operational capability of the F-35B on Izumo-class destroyers," the top officer of the JMSDF added as quoted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reports have mentioned that the completion of the first phase, which started in March 2022, was finalised on March 29, 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is working on converting JS Kaga, a helicopter carrier, into an aircraft carrier and the first of the two-stage modification was completed last month.

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is working on converting JS Kaga, a helicopter carrier, into an aircraft carrier and the first of the two-stage modification was completed last month. The aircraft carrier is expected to operate the Lockheed Martin F-35B fighter aircraft. The crucial modification includes changes in the deck's shape from a trapezoid to a rectangle and applying heat-resistant coating so that it can withstand the high temperatures from the jet engines. It aims to ensure the safe takeoff and landing of fighter aircraft. Captain Ichiro Kokubu, who is the Kaga's commander, highlighted the significance of the transformation Kaga is undergoing. As quoted by the EurAsian Times, Kokubu said: "It is the first time for the MSDF to undertake such big (modification) work." Also read: Yellen's China visit: Clean energy trade talks Japanese defence ministry is reportedly also planning to convert JS Kaga's sister ship 'Izumo' into an aircraft carrier. However, a report by Navy Recognition mentioned that neither JS Izumo nor JS Kaga will permanently carry squadrons of F-35Bs. The government has clarified to ensure that both of them don't qualify as "attack-type aircraft carriers". As quoted by the Naval News, Admiral Ryo Sakai, Chief of staff of the JMSDF, said: "We had carried out the first special modification work on the destroyer Kaga in conjunction with a regular inspection for about two years starting at the end of fiscal year 2021, and the modification was completed as planned on March 29 of this year." Also read: Putin to visit Beijing soon? Lavrov's China visit lays groundwork as the two countries defy West Watch: Japan PM Kishida arrives in US ahead of White House meeting with Biden × "The destroyer Kaga is scheduled to undergo various tests (such as sea trials) during this fiscal year after the first modification, and the results of those tests will be reflected in the second special modification of Izumo, which will begin this fiscal year," Sakai said. "The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force will continue to steadily advance the necessary modifications to acquire the operational capability of the F-35B on Izumo-class destroyers," the top officer of the JMSDF added as quoted. Reports have mentioned that the completion of the first phase, which started in March 2022, was finalised on March 29, 2024. (With inputs from agencies)

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