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PM Modi had discussions with John Kerry on US President Obamas forthcoming visit: MEA

Gandhinagar, Jan 11 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin on Sunday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had discussions with US Secretary of state John Kerry on the forthcoming visit by President Barack Obama. He said that India is looking enthusiastically towards the visit on January 26. Further, Akbaruddin said that India's growth story is catching interest globally and that large number of investors participated in the ‘Vibrant Gujarat Summit’. Jan 11, 2015
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Arun Jaitley at Vibrant Gujarat Summit part- 2

Gandhinagar, Jan 11 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday spoke about the flagship schemes launched by the Modi government during the Vibrant Gujarat Summit. The 7th Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit 2015 is being held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. Around 50,000 delegates from India and 1,800 others from 105 countries are said to be participating in it. Jan 11, 2015
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Arun Jaitley at Vibrant Gujarat Summit part- 1

Gandhinagar, Jan 11 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday spoke about the flagship schemes launched by the Modi government during the Vibrant Gujarat Summit. The 7th Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit 2015 is being held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. Around 50,000 delegates from India and 1,800 others from 105 countries are said to be participating in it. Jan 11, 2015
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US Secretary of State John Kerry visits Sabarmati Ashram

Ahmedabad, Jan 11 (ANI): US Secretary of State John Kerry visited the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Kerry is in India to attend the 7th Vibrant Gujarat Summit that kicked off today in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Earlier in the day, Kerry during his speech at the summit said that New Delhi and Washington DC can forge a new era of shared prosperity and security for millions of people across the world. The 7th Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit 2015 is being held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. Around 50,000 delegates from India and 1,800 others from 105 countries are said to be participating in it. Jan 11, 2015
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India, US can help forge new era of shared prosperity, security: John Kerry

Gandhinagar, Jan 11 (ANI): The United States of America (US) Secretary of State John Kerry on Sunday while speaking at the 7th Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit said that India and US can help to forge a new era of shared prosperity and security for millions of people across the world. Kerry further said that India and US have a common responsibility of upholding democracy for betterment of the people. The 7th Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit 2015 is being held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. Around 50,000 delegates from India and 1,800 others from 105 countries are said to be participating in it. Jan 11, 2015
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International Kite Festival kicks off in Gujarat

Ahmedabad, Jan 10 (ANI): The International Kite Festival kicked off in Ahmedabad city of Gujarat on Saturday with Chief Minister Anandiben Patel inaugurating the four-day event. The festival attracts enthusiastic kite makers and flyers from across the globe. Kites in various shapes and hues took over the Ahmedabad sky as foreign and local kite flyers competed with each other. The festival that marks the end of winter will culminate on January 13. As many as 150 international kite flyers are participating in the festival along with domestic participation from various parts of the country. Various musical and cultural programmes have also been arranged to showcase the local flavor to foreign tourists thronging the city for the festival. Jan 10, 2015
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Indians set benchmark in every field across world: Sushma Swaraj

Gandhinagar, Jan 10 (ANI): Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj said Indians have set a benchmark in every field across the world and made the country proud with their achievements. Gujarat was host to three-day annual gathering for people of Indian origin. The diaspora event was timed immediately prior to a large investment meeting that will be addressed by US Secretary of State John Kerry and World Bank President Jim Yong Kim. Addressing the Indian diaspora in Gandhinagar, Swaraj lauded Indians who have made their presence felt worldwide. Swaraj also added Indians have contributed to the economy of wherever they have settled through their culture and traditions. Meanwhile, prominent industrialist, philanthropist and parliamentarian in Uganda, Mahendra Nanji Mehta, was honoured with 'Pravasi Bhartiya Samman' award for his contribution in public services and fostering ties between India and Uganda. Jan 10, 2015
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It Happens : Camel fest in Rajasthan enthralls tourists

Bikaner, Jan 9 (ANI): Camel race in shimmering sand dunes of Rajasthan enthralled Indian and foreign tourists at the International Camel Festival. Camels, which are also known as the ship of the desert due to their ability to store water for several days, mesmerised the onlookers as they competed with each other with great vigour. The tourists, who arrived in Bikaner district of Rajasthan from western countries like Australia, Germany, Canada and England, were thrilled as they watched the race keenly and enjoyed every moment of it. Apart from camel race, camel dance, camel decoration competitions and camel wrestling, and several village sport events were also organised at the festival. A tourist from Germany, Gehash said he was delighted to witness the camel race. The tourists were fascinated as they saw beautifully decorated camels dance to traditional tunes at the festival, jointly organised by Rajasthan Tourism and Bikaner district administration. A tourist from Canada, Christine said that the camel race would be etched in her memories. Tourists hailed the warm and traditional reception accorded to them. They were amazed by the exotic ethnic ornaments and costumes adorned by Rajasthani women. Jan 9, 2015
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Rajnath Singh invites heavy investment from Indian diaspora for development

Gandhinagar, Jan 09 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday (January 09) invited Non-Resident Indians (NRI) to heavily invest in India to make it a Super Economic Power. While addressing a gathering of NRI and foreign delegates at Diaspora Conclave, or Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Gandhinagar city of Gujarat, Singh said that development is the main agenda of their government. He also said that policies are being formed to minimize hurdles for heavy investment in the country. Jan 9, 2015