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PM Modi stresses upon education and sports for India-Bhutan unity

Thimphu, June 16 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday while addressing a Joint Session at Bhutan Parliament stressed upon education and sports as mediums of strengthening ties between India and Bhutan. Modi said that he was happy to know that Bhutan is spending a majority amount from its budget on education. He also said that education strengthens democracy and thus it is essential to promote education. Modi then highlighted the need for common sports tournaments between both nations in order to develop friendly and cordial relations among youth from both sides. He added that sports will also help in promoting health among youth. Jun 16, 2014
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PM Modi addresses Joint Session of Bhutan Parliament Part - 1

Thimphu, June 16 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the Joint Session of Bhutan Parliament in its capital. Modi appreciated the friendly relations between both the countries and said that efforts will be made to strengthen ties. He then laid stress upon the voter turnout in India in the recent General Elections which was larger than US and Europe combined. Modi also stated that the new government of India is committed to make the relationship between Bhutan and India stronger. Jun 16, 2014
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LS Speaker Mahajan final arbiter on LOP issue: M Venkaiah Naidu

Vizag, June 15 (ANI): Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday said that Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan is having a look at all past conventions and precedents before deciding on the method to choose a Leader of the Opposition. He also said that she is consulting with experts on the issue. He also advised the Congress Party and its supporting parties to stay calm. Naidu also quoted the prime minsiter's speech in the parliament to remind the Congress that it does not have numbers to stake a claim for the post of Leader of the Opposition. Naidu also went back in history to say that there have been many occasions when there was no Leader of the Opposition, and asked Congress to explain as to why the rules should be bent for it. Jun 15, 2014
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PM Narendra Modi reaches Bhutan, receives Guard of Honour

Thimphu, June 15 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reached Bhutan on his first foreign visit. Modi was accompanied by Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj along with NSA Ajit Doval. Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay himself came to receive Modi at the airport. Modi also received the Guard of Honour on his arrival. He arrived at the Paro Airport from where he will be heading towards Thimphu city by road. Indian prime minister will lay the foundation of a 600 MW hydroelectric power station in Bhutan and inaugurate a parliament building constructed by India. Jun 15, 2014
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PM's first foreign visit will be to Bhutan to boost ties, says Foreign Secy Part - 2

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Bhutan will be a goodwill visit. Singh further said that Foreign Minister, Sushma Swaraj, National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval and senior officials will accompany the PM. Modi will meet the King, PM of Bhutan and address Parliament during the visit. Jun 13, 2014
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PM's first foreign visit will be to Bhutan to boost ties, says Foreign Secy Part - 1

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bhutan will be a goodwill visit. Singh further said that Foreign Minister, Sushma Swaraj, National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval and senior officials will accompany the PM. Modi will meet the King, PM of Bhutan and address Parliament during the visit. Jun 13, 2014
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MP Nihal Chand summoned in rape case, Politicos react

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): Reactions came in after a Jaipur Court issued a notice to Minister of state for Chemicals and Fertilisers Nihal Chand in a November 2011 case, in which he has been accused of rape by a married woman. BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh said that the case was cleared earlier, but if in any case, there are lapses, matter will be taken into action. Congress leader Rashid Alvi and CPI leader D Raja said that it is unfortunate that a minister who is accused of such crime is a part of the government. AAP leader Manish Sisodia said that is such an accused person will go to Parliament, then people can’t expect safety on roads. Jun 13, 2014
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Politicos on PM Narendra Modi's maiden speech in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, June 11 (ANI): Narendra Modi's maiden speech in Lok Sabha as Prime Minister drew mixed reactions from political leaders. Responding to President Pranab Mukhejee's address to the joint session of the Parliament on June 09, Modi on Wednesday said that his government will make all efforts to implement its agenda. Pitching for the need to project India's potential on a global stage, Modi said that the time has come for India to stand tall. Stating that the questions raised on the promises by his government are valid, Modi spelt out key mantras that will be followed in order to achieve growth and ensure poverty elimination. Jun 11, 2014
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