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India, Belgium agree to deepen economic ties in critical areas

Brussels, Oct 04 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee, met Belgium Prime Minister, Elio Di Rupo, in Brussels on Friday during his six-day visit to Europe, and signed an agreement to deepen economic ties in critical areas of infrastructure, nuclear energy, Information Technology and higher education. Mukherjee arrived in Brussels with an aim to enhance educational and cultural exchange between the two countries. In a rare gesture, King Philippe of Belgium received Mukherjee at the airport on Wednesday, when he began his first leg of the tour from Belgium. This is significant at a time when India is trying to attract more investments in infrastructure to deal with its weak external sector situation. Oct 4, 2013
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Manmohan Singh and Sheikh Hasina to meet at UNGA New York on September 28

New Delhi, Sep 28 (ANI): Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to meet her Indian counterpart Dr. Manmohan Singh on the sidelines of the UNGA in New York on the 28th of this month. In an exclusive interview to ANI, noted Indian Journalist Jayanto Ghoshal threw light on the agendas to be discussed between the two nations. Talking about the different bilateral issues like the Teesta water sharing and the Land Boundary agreement, Ghoshal stated that India has started a new initiative to resolve all these problems. Ghoshal however added that on its part, Bangladesh should also try to understand that India is trying to sort out its federal problems and make a political consensus. Sep 28, 2013
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Abbas insists Mideast peace deal must be 'permanent'

Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas told the United Nations on Thursday that US-brokered peace talks with Israel needed to result in an agreement that permanently resolves all disputes. Duration: 1:18 Sep 26, 2013
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Nuclear liability bill draws flak from opposition parties

New Delhi, Sept 25 (ANI): Opposition leaders slammed the government over the contentious Nuclear Liability Clause after the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) gave its clearance, paving way for signing of an agreement between Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) and America's Westinghouse. India is making a last-minute push to close a nuclear deal in time for a meeting between U.S. President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who has made atomic energy cooperation with Washington a hallmark of his tenure. Under the proposed deal, India would contract Toshiba's U.S. nuclear unit Westinghouse for preliminary works, including information sharing, a senior Indian official said. The aim is to build nuclear plants in the state of Gujarat. The clearance has been criticized by Indian opposition parties, who accused the government of trying to bypass due process and water down the liability law. Sep 25, 2013
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155 cadres of 4 militant outfits surrender in Manipur

Manipur, Sep 16 (ANI): After prolonged negotiations, four militant outfits in Manipur have joined the peace process by entering into a Suspension of Operation agreement with the government. A total of 155 cadres surrendered before Chief Minister O. Sep 16, 2013
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India seeks Japanese cooperation in energy sector

New Delhi, Sep 13 (ANI): An inter-governmental agreement was signed between India and Japan where India has sought Japanese aid including technical know-how for exploration and tapping of energy sources and setting up of research and development Sep 13, 2013
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India and Japan to strengthen ties through the medium of cinema

New Delhi, Sept 12 (ANI): India and Japan signed a joint agreement in New Delhi on Thursday to enhance bilateral relations by collaboration of the film industries of the two nations. A conference was held between India's minister of information and technology Manish Tewari and Japanese Minister for Economy, Trade and Industry Toshimitsu Motegi, who is on a visit to India along with a high-level business delegation to boost bilateral trade and investment. Motegi said that co-production in the film sectors of India and Japan has seen a lot of success, which is why they took the initiate to enhance cooperation in this sphere. Meanwhile, Tewari said that the agreement would facilitate bilateral cooperation for private corporations. Meanwhile, Motegi said that the exchange of films would open doors for collaboration between other industries. Sep 12, 2013
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India to fund 144 million dollars power transmission project in Liberia

New Delhi, Sept 12 (ANI): India's decision to extend 144 million US dollars credit to Liberia will further enhance engagements between the two nations. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh stated this in New Delhi after signing an agreement with the visiting Liberian President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf flew to India on September 09 at the invitation of her Indian counterpart Pranab Mukherjee. India has extended this credit to Liberia for development of power transmission and distribution projects to reduce the gap of power shortage in Liberia. Further he said the two sides have decided to enhance cooperation in a number of areas, including agricultural research, healthcare, small and medium enterprises, science and technology, education and skill development. On her part, Sirleaf thanked Singh and the people of India for their support in maintaining peace in Liberia. Sep 12, 2013

Apple iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C Round-Up: Expected Features, Price, Release Date

In the countdown for the much-anticipated Apple event on Tuesday, the tech world is now in overdrive mode for the launch of two upcoming iPhone models - the premium iPhone 5S and low-cost iPhone 5C. The event is set to kick-off at 10:00 AM PT (10: 30 PM IST ) in its Cupertino Headquarters, California. Sep 10, 2013
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Manipur: 155 militants surrender to join mainstream

Imphal, Sep 10 (ANI): In a remarkable achievement, at least 155 rebels belonging to four different outfits in Manipur surrendered and attained a ceasefire pact with the state Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh after a prolonged negotiation. Senior government official J Suresh Babu, who serves as principal secretary (Home), said the surrender would add to peace in Manipur. The state government signed an agreement with the rebel groups on Monday and they would be given rehabilitation package. Indian government and the Government of Manipur have been making sincere efforts for bringing peace in Manipur by urging the rebels to join mainstream. Sep 10, 2013
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