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Iraq situation being monitored closely by the Foreign Minister herself: MEA

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): MEA spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin on Tuesday highlighted the situation of Iraq crisis as related to some Indian nationalists there. Akbaruddin said that the situation is being closely monitored by Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj herself. He also said that the Indian Embassy in Iraq is giving updated reports on contacts with Indian nationalists and added that the entire situation is being monitored on an hourly basis. Jun 17, 2014
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India's Foreign Ministry assures assistance to stranded nationals in Iraq

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): Foreign Ministry has assured assistance to stranded nationals who are stuck in Mosul and Tikrit overrun by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Foreign Ministry, spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin, said that an advisory has been issued on 15th June giving details of 24 hour helpline setup by the Indian Embassy in Baghdad for assistance of its nationals. Syed Akbaruddin added that the government of India is concerned about the deteriorating security situation and strongly condemns the attacks. Jun 17, 2014
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Taliban make new threats as Pakistani forces deploy

The Pakistani Taliban warned foreign firms to leave the country and vowed retaliatory strikes against the government after tanks, ground troops and jets were deployed in a long-awaited offensive in a troubled tribal district. Duration: 00:48 Jun 17, 2014
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Rupee Records Decline; Hits Month Low at 60 per Dollar

Indian rupee slumped by 6 paise at 59.82 a dollar at early trade on Monday, against closing value of 59.76 per dollar on Friday at Interbank Foreign Exchange Market due to demand for dollars from oil exporters. Jun 16, 2014
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Celebrity News - 13/6/2014

LONDON Happening in London, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt arrived for the final day of the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict. Brad was on hand to support his fiancé who was there as a special envoy for the United Nations. Angelina was in powerful company as she took to the stage alongside US Secretary of State John Kerry and UK Foreign Secretary William Hague. 450672482 / :32 Angelina Jolie: indeed I …security :55 Elsewhere in London, Taylor Momsen channeled the early 1990’s when she dropped by the studios of BBC Radio 1. The actress sported a grungy look complete with a rock tee over a flannel shirt and combat boots. LOS ANGELES Out in Los Angeles, Robert Pattinson made sure to spend time with fans at the premiere of his latest movie "The Rover". Joining the RPatz was co-star Guy Pearce along with Jaime King and Peter Facinelli. NEW YORK The gang from “Orange Is the New Black” was on the loose in New York City. Spotted out promoting Season 2 of the Netflix series were Taryn Manning, Natasha Lyonne, Danielle Brooks and Kate Mulgrew. Jun 16, 2014
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Narendra Modi inaugurates Supreme Court of Bhutan

Thimphu, June 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated Supreme Court of Bhutan. Embarking on his first foreign visit since taking over, Prime Minister Modi arrived in Bhutan today. A grand welcome was accorded to him by the Bhutanese government which rolled out a red carpet and gave a ceremonial guard of honour to him. Later Modi met Bhutan Prime Minster, Lyonchen Tshering Tobgay and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in a bid to reassert Indian influence in the subcontinent offering financial and technical help to the small Himalayan kingdom. Jun 15, 2014
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Narendra Modi meets Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay

Thimphu, June 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay. Embarking on his first foreign visit since taking over, Prime Minister Modi arrived in Bhutan today. A grand welcome was accorded to him by the Bhutanese government which rolled out a red carpet and gave a ceremonial guard of honour to him. Jun 15, 2014
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PM Modi receives Guard of Honour at Bhutan Kings Palace

Thimphu, June 15 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday was received in Bhutan with a colourful processional ceremony. Indian delegation was escorted to the King’s Palace amidst colourful processions and dances carried out by the people of Bhutan and Modi also received the Guard of Honour at the King’s Palace. The PM is on a two day tour to Bhutan which is his first foreign visit after taking charge of his office. 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