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Getting Bangalore to the ballot box, and more

April 1, 2013 at 1:54 PM

Bangalore, April 1 (IANS) With its large floating population, Bangalore, India's tech hub, has the dubious distinction of a consistently poor turnout in elections. Now, a group of citizens have joined hands in an attempt to change that record.

Indian woman's death: Ireland assures India cooperation in probe

November 17, 2012 at 2:18 PM

New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) Ireland has said it will work closely with the Indian mission and cooperate on all aspects with regard to the death of Indian dentist Savita Halappanavar in an Irish hospital after being denied abortion.

India airs anguish to Irish envoy, hopes for free probe

November 16, 2012 at 6:50 PM

New Delhi, Nov 16 (IANS) Voicing concern and angst over the death of an Indian woman after doctors in Ireland denied her an abortion, India Friday summoned Irish Ambassador Feilim McLaughlin and hoped that the inquiry into the tragedy would be independent.

India summons Irish envoy, hopes for independent probe

November 16, 2012 at 4:58 PM

New Delhi, Nov 16 (IANS) Voicing concern and angst over the death of an Indian woman who was denied an abortion by doctors in Ireland, India Friday summoned Irish Ambassador Feilim McLaughlin and hoped that the inquiry into the incident would be independent.

Chopper deal: India presses Italy envoy for middleman info

November 1, 2012 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) With Italy sitting on New Delhi's request for information about alleged middlemen in a chopper deal, the external affairs ministry called the its envoy here to demand a prompt response.

Chopper deal: India presses Italy for middleman info

November 1, 2012 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) With Italy dilly-dallying on New Delhi's request for information about alleged middlemen in a chopper deal, India summoned the Italian envoy here to demand a prompt response.

'World Hindi Conference' demand Hindi as 7th language in UN

September 22, 2012 at 12:05 PM

To promote and widen the reach of Hindi language in the world, the ninth 'World Hindi Conference' started here.

Ninth 'World Hindi Conference' begins in Johannesburg today

September 22, 2012 at 10:59 AM

Johannesburg, Sep 22 (ANI): The ninth 'World Hindi Conference', seeking to promote and widen the reach of Hindi language, begins here on Saturday.

India, Latin America to scale up bilateral ties

August 8, 2012 at 9:13 PM

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) Chila, Cuba and Venezuela, the troika of Latin America's premier grouping, Wednesday sought closer strategic and economic partnership with India and described New Delhi as "an emerging power" that can play an important role in transforming the region.

Amid China's forays, India wakes up to Latin America

August 5, 2012 at 2:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) As China spreads its growing tentacles across Latin America, India is moving to forge a multi-layered partnership with the resource-rich region that is projected to be the next big frontier for Indian diplomacy.

With China on mind, India steps up Latin America diplomacy

July 10, 2012 at 5:20 PM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Amid China's increasing foray in this region, India will host its first dialogue with foreign ministers of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) countries next month that could see the formation of a summitlevel forum to expand ties between the two sides.

Badal announces Rs 5 lakh assistance for African in coma (Third Lead)

July 6, 2012 at 11:52 PM

Chandigarh, July 6 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Friday evening announced immediate cash assistance of Rs.500,000 to African national Nestor Ntibateganya, father of 23-year-old student Yannick Nihangaza who is in coma since the last two months after assault by a group of youngsters April 21 in Jalandhar.

India assures Burundi of help for African youth in coma

July 6, 2012 at 8:08 PM

New Delhi/Patiala, July 6 (IANS) India Friday assured Burundi's ambassador of all possible assistance for a 23-year-old student from the east African country lying in coma after being beaten up in Jalandhar in Punjab in April.

India conveys concerns over workers unrest to Angolan envoy

May 17, 2012 at 7:14 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) In the backdrop of over 1,100 Indian workers' protest over pay-related issues in Angola, India Thursday called the southern African nation's envoy to South Block, the seat of the external affairs ministry, to "sensitise" him on its concerns.

Mexico, India include mining, agriculture in talks

April 18, 2012 at 10:29 AM

Mexico City, April 18 (IANS/EFE) Mexico and India broadened the scope of their "privileged association" established in 2007 to include agriculture and mining, the two governments said upon the conclusion of the fifth meeting of the Mexico-India Binational Commission here.

Deccan Chargers to play Chennai Super Kings today

April 7, 2012 at 5:48 PM

Deccan chargers commence their IPL 5 campaign against two times winner Chennai Super Kings.

Norway kids custody row: Grandparents meet S.M. Krishna

February 28, 2012 at 12:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): The grandparents of children who were taken away by Norway 's Child Protection Services (CPS) in May 2011 and Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) Politburo leader Brinda Karat met External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna at his residence here on Tuesday.

Laws being followed by Norway would be called "kidnapping" in India: Sushma

February 27, 2012 at 8:55 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Amid an ongoing controversy surrounding the custody of Indian children in Norway, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushma Swaraj on Monday said the laws being followed by Norway would be termed kidnapping in India.

Laws being followed by Norway would be called "kidnapping" in India: Sushma

February 27, 2012 at 1:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Amid an ongoing controversy surrounding the custody of Indian children in Norway, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushma Swaraj on Monday said the laws being followed by Norway would be termed kidnapping in India.

India asks Norway to facilitate return of children in fostercare in Norway

February 15, 2012 at 10:02 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (ANI): Norwegian Ambassador Ann Ollestad was called in by Secretary (West) M.Ganapathi on Wednesday to convey the Government's continued serious concerns regarding the two young children currently placed in foster care by the Norwegian childcare services.

Maldives envoy assures safety of Indians

February 10, 2012 at 9:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 10 (ANI): High Commissioner of the Republic of Maldives to India Abdul Azeez Yoosuf has said that situation in Maldives has not reached the point that there should be any worry about the safety of Indians.

India committed to socio-cultural transformation of Africa: M. Ganapathi

November 24, 2011 at 3:19 PM

New Delhi, Nov 24 (ANI): M. Ganapathi, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday highlighted India's efforts to engage with the African Nations on issues related to global security, especially piracy and terrorism on the Somalian coast.

IBSA countries seek to boost cooperation over security issues

October 19, 2011 at 1:38 PM

Pretoria, Oct 19 (ANI): India, Brazil and South Africa have sought to strengthen mutual cooperation in dealing with militancy, piracy and organised crime.

International terrorism, anti-piracy measures are serious issues of concern: MEA

October 18, 2011 at 12:32 PM

Pretoria (South Africa), Oct 18 (ANI): International terrorism and anti-piracy measures are expected to be major talking points in the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) summit to be held in Pretoria on Tuesday.

Vice President Ansari leaves for Turkey to reinforce historical bilateral friendship

October 10, 2011 at 11:50 AM

New Delhi, Oct 10 (ANI): Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari left on a five-day visit to Turkey today to reinforce the close, traditional and historical friendship between both countries.

Vice President Ansari to leave for Turkey today

October 10, 2011 at 10:38 AM

New Delhi, Oct 10 (ANI): Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari will leave on a five-day visit to Turkey from today.

Indo-Pak relations to normalize if conducive atmosphere is created: Patil

October 6, 2011 at 11:48 AM

Vienna, Oct 6 (ANI): President Pratibha Devisingh Patil, who is on a four-day state visit to Austria, said that India's relations with Pakistan would improve if a conducive atmosphere is created between both countries.

President Patil leaves for Switzerland, Austria

September 30, 2011 at 12:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 30 (ANI): President Pratibha Devisingh Patil on Friday left for a state visit to Switzerland from September 30 to October 4 and Austria from October 4 to 7 to enhance bilateral relations with both the nations.

President Patil to visit Switzerland, Austria

September 29, 2011 at 4:56 PM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (ANI): President Pratibha Devisingh Patil will undertake a state visit of Switzerland and Austria from September 30 to October 7 to enhance bilateral relations with both the nations.

Women artists organizing mural painting exhibition in Kerala

September 4, 2011 at 12:52 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 4(ANI): To show reverence for Lord Ganesha, women artists have organized an exhibition of mural paintings in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, depicting various forms of the Hindu God.

Hindu temple in New Jersey plans expansion

August 19, 2011 at 10:18 AM

Nevada (US), August 19 (ANI): The Sri Raja Ganapathi Temple in Swedesboro (New Jersey), also known as Veda Agama Sudha and Sivaguru Ashram, is planning expansion, according to reports.

Cabinet appoints new Secretary (West), Defence Secretary

July 7, 2011 at 1:24 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (ANI): Madhusudan Ganapathi will take over as the next Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs. He will succeed Vivek Katju, who superannuates on August 31, 2011.

India to sign four more agreements with Mauritius

July 3, 2010 at 9:12 PM

Port Louis (Mauritius) July 3: In a bid to further strengthen its diplomatic relations, India will sign four more agreements with Mauritius on Saturday evening.

HINDRAF's divorce from Pakatan Rakyat likely to divide Malaysian Indian votes

March 13, 2010 at 5:16 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 13 (ANI): The parting of ways between the Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) and Pakatan Rakyat, the allies of the 2008 general election, is set to divide the Malaysian Indian community's votes in the next general elections.

Malaysian High Court upholds order to ban Hindraf rally

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Kuala Lumpur, Sept.10 (ANI): A magistrate's court order to ban the Hindu Rights Action Force (HINDRAF) rally held on November 25 last year, has been deemed as valid by the Malaysian High Court.

Chennai Superstars crowned ICL Twenty20 champs

December 17, 2007 at 1:01 AM

Shabbir Ahmedâ??s outstanding bowling performance of 4 for 23 inclusive a hat-trick at the crucial juncture turned the match and title in Chennai Superstars favour, as they scored a 12-run victory over local favourites Chandigarh Lions, amidst