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If a conventional war starts between the two countries, we will fight for freedom till death: Khan
India is forcing people into radicalisation: Imran Khan
This is not happening to Kashmiri Hindus, it is only happening to the Muslims: Khan
There will be another Pulwama in J&K and they will blame Pakistan for it, warns Imran Khan
Pak PM on Kashmir: Does Modithink that the people of Kashmir will quitely accept the status quo?
Modi did a pogrom against Muslims in Gujarat: Khan
RSS believesin racial superiority and hatred for Muslims and Christians: Pak PM
Pak PM on Kashmir: India went against Simla Accord, illegally they revoked Article 370.
India keeps accusing us of having terrorist groups. I would urge the UN to send their people to Pak and check if it is true: Pak PM
Wehave been through this 'war on terror': Pak PM
"No one bothered researching the Tamil Tigers and the Japanese Kamikaze bombers. No one blamed religion when they carried out suicide attacks and rightly so because no religion teaches violence," says Pak PM
Muslim leadership led the Muslims down: Pak PM
Why is there Islamophobia? How will an average American differentiate between a moderate Muslim and a radical Muslim? This has nothing to do with our religion: Khan
PM assures Kashmiri Pandits 'New Kashimir'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a "special interaction" with a 17-member delegation of Kashmiri Pandits here and assured them of "building a new Kashmir" which would be for everyone.
READ:Houston: PM meets Kashmiri Pandits, assures New Kashmir
There are radical fringes in every society, but the basis of ALL religion is compassion and justice: Khan
Certain western leaders equate terrorism with Islam: Pak PM
"There are 1.3 billion Muslims in the world. Muslims living across all continents. Islamophobia has grown since 9/11 and it is alarming. It is creating divisions. Muslim women wearing Hijab has become a problem. It is seen as a weapon. A woman can take off her clothes in some countries but she can not put more on? And why has this happened? Because certain western leaders equated Islam with terrorism," says Imran Khan
"The rich countries must show political will; they can not allow this flight of capital from poor countries through corruption. How can poor countries meet the United Nations SDG’s when money for human development can easily leave our countries?", questions Pak PM.
Every yr billions of dollars leave poor countries & go to rich counties. Billions of dollars siphoned by corrupt politicians to tax havens, expensive properties bought in western capitals. It is devastating to the developing world: Pak PM
Pak's total debt went up 4 times when I took charge 10 years ago: Pak PM
In KP, a province of Pakistan, we planted a billion trees in 5 years. Now we are targeting 10 billion trees. But one country can not do anything. This has to be a combined effort of the world: Imran Khan
"1st let me talk about climate change; I have seen a lot of leaders talk about this. But I don’t see world leaders really realizing the urgency of the situation. We have a lot of ideas; but as they say, ideas without funding is a mere hallucination," Pak PM
The difference between rich and poor countries is increasing because of money laundering: Imran Khan
"I especially came to this forum despite a difficult time in my country; facing challenges. I would not have come had there not been a very urgent problem that the world must address," says Pak PM
India's contribution towards United Nations Peace-keeping missions has been immense, no other country in the world has sacrificed as much as India has for these peace-keeping missions: Modi
Our message to the world: Harmony & Peace!, says PM
We believe that terrorism is not a challenge for any one country, but for all countries and of mankind as a whole. So for the sake of humanity, all the world has to unite against terror: Modi
Our efforts are not for show, it is for the people: Modi.
India's contribution to Global Warming is very little: PM
When a developing nation successfully carries out the biggest cleanliness drive of the world and provides more than 11 crore toilets to its people just within 5 years, that system gives a message of inspiration to the entire world: Modi
"While I was coming here, I read on the walls of the United Nations "No more single-use plastic". I am delighted to inform you that we are running a big campaign in India to free the country of single-use plastic," says Modi.
The world's largest democracy voted for my govt & me. We came back to power with a bigger majority and because of this mandate, I am here today, says PM
This is a very special occasion for me, says Narendra Modi
UN to witness war of words
The United Nations is likely to witness a war of words between India and Pakistan over Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on Friday with both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his counterpart from the neighbouring country, Imran Khan, set to address the General Assembly.
Howdy Houston
PM Narendra Modi arrived at Houston on Saturday, and was welcomed by Christopher Olson, Director of Trade and International Affairs, US Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster and Indian Ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringla at the airport.
India to increase share of non-fossil fuel by 2022: PM
Prime Minister NarendraModion Mondayannounced that India would increase the share of non-fossil fuelby 2022 "we will increase our renewable energy capacity to much beyond 175 GW and take it further to 400 GW."
In his Independence Day speech,Modihad announced that India will produce 175 GW of non-fossil fuel as part of its commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement.
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"On this year's India's Independence Day, we called for a mass movement to have freedom from single-use plastic. I hope that this will raise awareness against the usage of single-use plastic, at a global level," Modi at UNSG summit.
We believe that an ounce of practice is worth more than a ton of preaching: Modi
"We have provided clean cooking gas connections to millions of families. We have started 'Jal Jeevan' mission for water resource development, water conservation and rainwater harvesting," he said.
WATCH | Modi addresses UNSG Climate Change summit
PM to announce new climate initiatives at UN meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will announce “new and ambitious” national initiatives to contribute to the global efforts to mitigate the risk of climate change.
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Watch 'Howdy, Modi!' mega event live
I thank Trump, the Congressmen, the leaders of industry and everyone who came here. May God bless you all: Modi
You are far from your country, but your country is close to you: Modi to Indian-Americans
Here is all you need to know about 'Howdy! Modi'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Indian-American community in Houstonon September 22 during his visit to the US for the UN General Assembly session.Houston, which has one of the largest concentration of over 500,000 Indian-American community in the US, is the energy capital of the world. Energy security is a priority area for the Prime Minister.
PM set for UN General Assembly speech
People call me a strong negotiator but Donald Trump is also a master at the art of the deal: Modi
For the first time India has low inflation, low fiscal deficit and high growth: Modi
India is becoming a favoured destination for FDI: Modi
President Trump is fighting against terrorism with all the strength. We should give a standing ovation to him for his fight against terrorism: Modi
We didn't have a majority in the Upper House, but we still managed to remove Article 370: Modi
People who can't manage their own country are spreading hate against India: Modi
Article 370 was a huge challenge before India to which we said farewell recently: PM Modi
We are challenging corruption and are taking steps to get rid of it: Modi
India will say farewell to open defecation by October 2nd. It has already said farewell to many laws that obstructed development: Modi
Tax refund used to take months, now it comes within weeks directly to bank accounts: Modi
Earlier, a passport used to take 2-3 months, now they are home-delivered in less than a week: Modi
Data is not just the new oil, it is the new gold. India has the cheapest data in the world, at a quarter of a dollar or less per GB: Modi
In the last 5 years, 150 million people have got gas connection, 11 crore toilets have been built, 100 per cent families have been connected to banks: Modi
In the last 5 years, 130 crore Indians have achieved results which were impossible before: PM Modi
Today India is challenging the mindset of some people who believe that nothing can change. Now we are aiming high and we are achieving higher.
We are challenging ourselves and changing ourselves: PM Modi
2019 General Elections saw over 610 million people vote, and had the most women come out to exercise their franchise: Modi
The year also saw the first time in 60 years when a government come to power with an overwhelming majority: Modi
India's diversity is our power, our inspiration: Modi
This event is called 'Howdy, Modi!', but Modi is nothing on his own. I am just a normal person working on the orders of 130 crore people: Modi
When you ask "Howdy, Modi!", I have only one answer: "Everything is fine in India", says Modi
The presence of Donald Trump and all the senators talking about India's progress is a respect to the achievement of 1.3 billion Indians: Modi
The energy of NRG is witness to India and US's increasing synergy: Modi
The United States and India will make our future brighter than ever, says Donald Trump as he invites Modi on stage
India and US are committed to protect innocent civilians from radical Islamic terrorism: Donald Trump
Trump announces India-US military exercise in November, calls it 'Tiger Triumph'
India has never invested in the United States like they are doing today and it is reciprocal as we are doing the same with India: Donald Trump
Every country in the world is investing in the US because we have the best economy and best workers in the world: Trump
We passed the biggest tax cuts and the biggest tax reforms in the history of our country. The average American worker took home $1000 more in the last 12 months and over $3000 from tax cuts and such: Donald Trump
Modi's pro-growth reforms have lifted 300 million people out of poverty in India. That's incredible: Trump
"We are proud to have you as Americans": Trump to Indian-Americans
Trump takes stage at NRG Stadium, says it's his honour to join the event
People are at the heart of all relationships. From Houston to Hyderabad, from Boston to Bengaluru, from Los Angeles to Ludhiana, hundreds and millions are glued to tv even though it is late Sunday night in India: PM Modi
Modi makes enthusiastic introduction of Donald Trump, calls him 'very special person' who has the resolve to make America great again
Narendra Modi address 'Howdy, Modi!' attendees
PM Modi, President Trump share stage at NRG Stadium to US and Indian National Anthems
US President Donald Trump arrives at NRG Stadium
'Sare Jahan se Accha' being played using classical instruments
Fusion choir group sings in honour of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary, his path of non-violence and the inspiration he had on Martin Luther King Jr
Steny Hoyer quotes Nehru and Lincoln to exhort India and US' duty to build a better world, a better tomorrow for everyone
I want to thank Indian-Americans for their contributions to making America better and stronger: Steny Hoyer
Indian-Americans have given back to America through their service: Steny Hoyer
Steny Hoyer speaks of India-US ties, recalls past US Presidents' efforts in creating and strengthening ties between the two democracies
Sylvester Turner presents the Key to the City to PM Modi
PM Modi on stage at NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) praises 'Texas-sized welcome' to Modi, speaks of the state's role in strengthening India-US ties
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) welcomes Modi, Trump to Houston; extols India-US ties
Turner extols India's contributions to Houston, Texas; says it is the city's honour to host PM Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner addresses the huge crowd at 'Howdy, Modi!'
After fusion music, here comes the fusion dance
Bengaluru-born Aditya Rao takes the stage with a Carnatic mix of 'Shape of You'
Another dance number steps in ahead of Modi and Trump's imminent arrival on the stage
East meets West with classic Indian instruments and modern musical instruments creating a fusion
Artists perform Yoga during the cultural events at 'Howdy, Modi!'
Pakistan isolated, world with India on J-K: Anurag Thakur
Union Minister Anurag Thakur said on Sunday that attempts by Pakistan to rake up the Kashmir issue at the global stage has fallen flat as the world is standing with India and Prime Minister NarendraModi.
He said the "HowdyModi" event in the US will open new vistas of investment and business opportunities in India, which has taken various steps like slashing corporate tax and GST rates on various items. PTI
Cultural events in full swing at 'Howdy, Modi!'
Indian-Americans believe 'Howdy, Modi' would take India-US ties to new level
Indian-Americans here are very enthusiastic about Prime Minister NarendraModiand US President Donald Trump jointly addressing a mega 'Howdy,Modi' rally, an event they believe would take the bilateral ties to a new level. PTI
Will be in Houston to be with my friend: US President Donald Trump
Will be in Houston to be with my friend. Will be a great day in Texas!tweetedUS President Donald Trump, ahead of his cameo at the ongoing'Howdy, Modi!' event in Houston, Texas.
Texas Senator John Cornyn at the the NRG Stadium for 'Howdy, Modi!'. Photo: Texas India Forum/Twitter
"More than 13000 people already entered into the NRG Stadium for Howdy, Modi!" -Dr Vijay Chauthaiwale, BJP foreign affairs department in-charge
Trump boards Air Force One to head for Texas. Photo: Steve Herman
"Houston is ready to welcome PM Narendra Modi with fanfare. Do not forget to watch this historic moment in the India-US friendship today at 8:30 pm onwards. " - Ravi Shankar Prasad
"US crude oil exports to India grew from zero in 2016, to 9.6 million barrels in 2017, to 48.2 million barrels in 2018. On track to hit 96 million barrels in 2019." - Texas senator John Cornyn ahead of 'Howdy, Modi!'
"Howdy Modi" event "win-win" situation for Modi, Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump attending the mega "Howdy Modi" event together in Houston is a "win-win" situation not only for both the leaders, but also for their countries, the head of a US-based India centric corporate advocacy group has said.
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Howdy Modi can't hide economic mess of India: Rahul
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said he is amazed at what Prime Minister Narendra Modi is ready to do for a stock market bump ahead of his 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston, which he termed as the world's most expensive event ever.
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Howdy Modi: Houston's Baloch, Sindhi, Pashto to rally
Representatives of Sindhi, Baloch and Pashto groups have gathered in Houston to hold a demonstration in front of the NRG stadium on Sunday to draw the attention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump for gaining freedom from Pakistan.
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Modi, Trump may sign trade deal after 'Howdy Modi'
The United States and India are racing to negotiate a limited trade deal that U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi can sign at the United Nations General Assembly in New York at the end of September, people familiar with the talks said.
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Modi's visit great thing for Houston: Indian Americans
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump jointly addressing the "Howdy Modi" event here in the energy capital of the world is "historic" and a direct endorsement of India's Kashmir policy by the United States, Indian Americans said on Saturday.
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Howdy Modi: Specially-abled kid to sing National Anthem
Out of the nearly 400 artists to perform during the mega 'Howdy, Modi!' event, is Sparsh Shah, a specially-abled child of Indian origin from New Jersey, US, is to sing the Indian National Anthem in front of about 50,000 people.
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Howdy Modi: Trump likely to deliver major speech
US President Donald Trump is expected to deliver a major, 30-minute speech on India and Indian Americans at the "Howdy, Modi!" event here in the world's energy capital on Sunday, which US officials asserted would bring fresh energy in the long-lasting relationship between the two democracies.
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Howdy Modi: PM picked up a flower, and hearts of many
A humble gesture by the PM, where he is seen picking up flowers from the carpet is sweeping hearts on the internet.
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Sikh delegation thanks Modi for blacklist removal
A 50-member delegation of Sikhs from across the US met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here and thanked him for removing the names of over 300 community members from blacklist.
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Respect PM: Tharoor
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, who is a strong critic of the Modi-led government, on Sunday said the prime minister deserves respect when he visits foreign countries as India's representative, but when he is in the country, people have the right to question him.
"The prime minister deserves respect in foreign countries as (there) he is a representative of our nation. But when he is in India, we have the right to ask him questions," Tharoor said.
Bengaluru-born Los Angeles musician to perform at Houston
Bengaluru-born Los Angeles- based singer-songwriter Aditya Rao will be performing his biggest show yet – at the ‘Howdy! Mody’ event. For this global musician, who blends Eastern and Western flavours across genres, where musical borders are blurred, ‘‘the stars have decided to align’’ tonight.
PM Modi meets the energy sector
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a "fruitful" meeting with CEOs from the energy sector on the first day of his week-long US visit here on Saturday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
It added that the meeting focussed on working together for energy security and expanding mutual investment opportunities between India and the United States.
READ:PM Modi's meeting with energy sector CEOs fruitful: MEA
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