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India, Vietnam Sign Seven Agreements

Vietnam, Sep 16 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee and Vietnam President Truong Tan Sang witnessed the signing of seven agreements and memorandums in Hanoi, including one made by Petro Vietnam and India's Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Videsh. India and Vietnam have deepened military cooperation over the past decade and under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is pushing ahead with a new strategy to establish itself as an arms exporter using export credits to leverage foreign sales. Addressing the news conference, Secretary (East) Ministry of External Affairs, Anil Wadhwa, emphasized on the need to step up people to people exchanges between the two nations. Wadhwa also said that bilateral relations between the two nations can build intensively by connecting dots of communication which should be enhanced. Sep 16, 2014
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Gifted by Indian President, Bodhi' tree sapling gets place in Vietnam's Presidential palace

Vietnam, Sep 16 (ANI): Invoking "common heritage" with Vietnam, Indian President Pranab Mukherjee gifted an offshoot of the holy 'Bodhi' tree to Vietnam counterpart Truong T?n Sang and planted it in Vietnam's Presidential palace after the two leaders finished delegation-level talks and signed seven pacts. The sapling was carried in a small wooden box as a gift to the country and people of Vietnam. It was procured from the Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) a few days back. India has been traditionally gifting saplings of this gigantic tree to countries it has strong bonds of trust and friendship. Sep 16, 2014
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President receives warm welcome on arrival in Vietnam

Vietnam, Sep 15 (ANI): President of India, Pranab Mukherjee, received a warm welcome on arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, on a four-day visit to strengthen bilateral ties. The visit will mark the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. Mukherjee was also given the ceremonial guard of honour. He is scheduled to hold talks with the Vietnam Prime Minister, Nguyen Tan Dung and his counterpart, Truong Tan Sang, on issues of international, regional and bilateral importance. Mukherjee, during the visit, will also gift a sapling of the holy 'Bodhi Tree' to the country to symbolise the strong and growing partnership between India and Vietnam. Sep 15, 2014
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President emphasizes on use of Hindi language while speaking at Hindi Divas Event

New Delhi, Sep 14 (ANI): Speaking at the ‘Hindi Divas Event’, President Pranab Mukherjee emphasized on the importance of Hindi as a national language and appealed for popularization of the language. He further said that efforts must be made that Hindi is used for official transactions. He said that he was pleased to know that Official Language Department will soon come out with Hindi websites of all central ministries and departments. Sep 14, 2014
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Fashion Railways

India Couture Week, 2014, began on a royal note with Sabyasachi’s vintage collection titled Ferozabad. The ramp which was turned into the classic Ferozabad railway station stunned the audiences. Classic cuts, prints and embellishments reminiscent of the old Ferozabad city set the mood for the show. The design showcase comprised six yards, lehengas, peplum tops, [...] Sep 14, 2014
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President Pranab Mukherjee to visit Vietnam

New Delhi, Sep 12 (ANI): The Press Secretary of President Pranab Mukherjee, Venu Rajamony, on Friday said that Mukherjee will be visiting Vietnam from 14th to 17th September. He added that Mukherjee will be accompanied by a delegation of ministers and leaders to the country. Rajamony also said that Vietnam has been a friendly nation to India and President’s visit will enhance ties between the two countries. Sep 12, 2014
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AAP not trying to form govt in Delhi, wants fresh polls: Kejriwal

New Delhi, Sept 09 (ANI): Addressing a press conference in New Delhi AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said that AAP is not trying to form government in Delhi but wants fresh elections. He slammed Lt Governor Najeeb Jung of favouring BJP. Kejriwal said that AAP will send a copy of the sting CD to President Pranab Mukherjee and appeal to him not to heed to Jung's advice. AAP chief threatened to take to the streets to prevent the BJP from forming a government in Delhi. The AAP chief also claimed that his party was in touch with all MLAs, including Congress and AAP members, not to seek support, but to convince them that there should be fresh elections. Sep 9, 2014
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