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  • Amid Boycott By Indians, Maldives President Muizzu Woos China For More Tourists | world news

    New Delhi: Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Tuesday appealed to China to “intensify” efforts to send more tourists to his country, amid a spate of cancellation of reservations by Indian tourists after a diplomatic row erupted over the derogatory remarks by his ministers against Prime Minister. Narendra Modi. Muizzu, who is on a five-day state visit to China, termed China as the island nation’s “closest” ally and praised its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects.

    Muizzu said that China “delivered the most significant infrastructure projects witnessed in Maldivian history”. He also said that his administration is committed to the quick implementation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed with China, describing it as a symbol of the close commercial ties between the two countries.

    “China remains one of our closest allies and development partners,” Muizzu said in his address to the Maldives Business Forum in Fujian Province on Tuesday. He urged China to bolster the flow of its tourists to the Maldives, which is heavily dependent on tourism for its economy.

    “China was our number one market pre-Covid, and it is my request that we intensify efforts for China to regain this position,” he said, according to a readout posted on his official website.

    Muizzu Turns To China Amid Diplomatic Row With India

    Muizzu’s appeal for more Chinese tourists came amid a diplomatic row following the derogatory remarks by some Maldivian ministers against Prime Minister Modi after he posted a video of him on a pristine beach during his recent visit to Lakshadweep. Muizzu’s government suspended three deputy ministers for their derogatory posts on social media, while the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) strongly condemned the comments.

    According to data released by the Maldives Tourism Ministry earlier, India has remained the largest tourist market for the country in 2023, followed by Russia and China. However, the recent controversy has led to a backlash from Indian tourists, who have canceled or postponed their bookings to the Maldives.

    Meanwhile, China, which held the top spot before COVID, is currently struggling to revive its domestic and foreign tourism due to a nearly four-year lockdown policy and the continued slowdown of its economy. As a result, Chinese tourists who traveled abroad for holidays in millions before COVID are now restricting themselves given the economic slowdown.

    Muizzu, who is regarded as a pro-China politician in the Maldives, told the Forum that his administration is focused on diversifying Maldives’ economic base and ensuring economic security while continuing to strengthen and drive the tourism industry and boost visitor numbers.

    He also said that his administration is committed to the quick implementation of the FTA signed with China, which aims to boost bilateral trade and investments, especially increasing Maldives’ export of fish products to China. Maldives and China signed the FTA in December 2014 during the pro-China President Abdulla Yameen administration.

    However, his successor, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s administration did not implement the agreement, according to Maldives media reports. China-Maldives bilateral trade in 2022 totaled to USD 451.29 million of which China’s exports constituted USD 451.29 million against USD 60,000 of exports from Maldives.

  • Why was Prime Minister Imran Khan nervous even after capturing Captain Abhinandan? Former Indian High Commissioner Ajay Bisaria told…

    New Delhi. Even after the capture of Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan, the reason for Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s nervousness has finally come to light. According to the then Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ajay Bisaria, India had turned nine of its missiles towards Pakistan, which could have fired at any time if Captain Abhinandan was not released immediately. This fear forced the Pakistani Prime Minister to release Captain Abhinandan on the very next day. Also read: AAP repeats nomination to MP Sanjay Singh for Rajya Sabha elections…

    Former High Commissioner of Pakistan Ajay Bisaria has mentioned the entire incident in his book ‘Anger Management’. Ajay Bisaria says that it is a playful title. I found that anger is an important core emotion in this (India-Pakistan) relationship. There has been anger over partition, war, terrorism in the last 76 years, so whatever is real, fair or unfair in the relationship, there is a lot of anger, and in terms of policy there is a lot of discussion on the argument that you can resolve this issue in a way that promotes peace and harmony. Can’t solve it permanently, but you can manage it through diplomacy and other methods. I think the whole idea is to put these two ideas ‘anger’ and ‘management’ together, which is why it is called ‘anger management’…

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    Bisaria explains that after Pulwama, India took action in Balakot, and that was followed by Pakistan’s operation, to which India responded swiftly, resulting in the capture of an Indian pilot Abhinandan. I have tried (in the book) to present the details of the tremendous diplomacy that followed to bring back the pilot. The use of force and the use of nine missiles was a very credible threat to Pakistan.

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    Pakistan chose to return the pilot because it did not want to escalate the conflict. To handle the situation, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tried to call Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Pakistani Prime Minister then felt compelled to take a decision because the threat of force to return the pilot was too credible to avoid escalating the situation.

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    Ajay Bisaria says that if you look back today, certainly in 2008, India should have responded which it ultimately did in 2016 and 2019 with surgical strikes and air strikes. I feel that the terrorism and pain that India had to endure in Punjab in the 1980s could have been reduced. If India had taken strict action in the early 90s. The pain India suffered in Kashmir could have been reduced if Pakistan had been informed that India would use coercive force in response to interference in any of these states.

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    He said that India has finally got an answer against terrorism, because now Pakistan also knows that it has entered into its security paradigms that there will be a strong reaction to any act of terrorism, whether by state actors or non-state actors. be committed by state actors, and hence, he would know that there would be a price to be paid for any such acts. behavior and so it will modify that behavior…”

  • ‘No Zero-Sum Game’: Muizzu In Beijing, China Says ‘Never Asked Maldives To Reject India’ | India News

    BEIJING: In the wake of a diplomatic dispute between India and the Maldives following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep, China has called upon New Delhi to approach its South Asian neighbors with an ”open mind.” The Global Times, China’s state media, emphasized in an editorial that it considers the Maldives an ”equal partner and respects its sovereignty.”

    Maldives An Equal Partner: China

    The editorial affirms China’s respect for the friendly and cooperative relationship between the Maldives and India, recognizing the significance of Malé maintaining good relations with New Delhi. Contrary to speculation, Beijing clarified that it has never pressured the Maldives to reject India due to Sino-Indian conflicts. Furthermore, China views cooperation between the Maldives and India as neither unfriendly nor a threat, expressing willingness for trilateral cooperation.

    Not A Zero-Sum Game: China

    China emphasized that its cooperation with South Asian countries is not a “zero-sum game.” The editorial urged New Delhi to adopt a more open-minded approach, emphasizing the need to understand that China’s engagement in the region is not at the expense of India.

    Muizzu’s China Visit

    The Global Times addressed the misinterpretation by Indian media regarding President Muizzu’s visit to China before India. It highlighted that such speculations, assuming the order of visits reflects the importance of nations, reveal India’s perception of South Asia as its sphere of influence. President Muizzu’s decision to visit China first does not imply a pro-China and anti-India stance but rather signifies a normal state-to-state relationship. The editorial encouraged understanding this diplomatic move within the context of fostering healthy relations.

    Maldives Suspends Ministers Over Derogatory Remarks On PM Modi

    In a related development, three Maldivian ministers were suspended for making derogatory comments about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep. The Maldivian government distanced itself from these remarks, clarifying that they represented the ministers’ personal opinions and not the official stance.

    Tensions between India and the Maldives have escalated since President Muizzu assumed power, defeating his India-friendly predecessor. The strained relations, fueled by perceptions of Muizzu as a pro-China politician, have added complexity to the diplomatic landscape.

    President Muizzu Arrives In China

    President Muizzu, accompanied by his wife, visited the Xiamen Free Trade Zone in China’s Fujian province. During the visit, he is expected to hold talks with Chinese President Xi and sign several agreements, marking a new historical starting point in Sino-Maldivian relations.

    The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Wang Wenbin, expressed optimism that the visit would provide strategic guidance for bilateral relations to reach new heights. As President Muizzu engages in diplomatic discussions and agreements, the international community awaits the outcomes of this significant visit.

  • What will happen to the old statues of Ram Lalla that have been sitting since 1949? 3 idols of Lord Ram will be installed here…

    Preparations are in full swing for the consecration ceremony of Ram temple to be held in Ayodhya on 22 January. Now information has come to light about the idol of Lord Ram to be installed in the temple. Champat Rai, General Secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, said that the idol which will be installed in the sanctum sanctorum of the temple, will be black in color and its length will be 51 inches. The worship of the idol will start from January 16 and will be installed in the sanctum sanctorum on January 18.

    “The length of the idol of Lord Shri Ram and the height of its installation have been made on the advice of eminent space scientists of India in such a way that every year on the ninth date of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month, Lord Surya himself will anoint Shri Ram, because the Sun The rays will fall directly on his forehead.” Read More – Rubina Dilaik was seen handling the little angel, the actress showed her figure in a bodycon high-slit dress…

    Rai said, “The idol made of Lord Shri Ram Lalla is in the form of a 5 year old child. This statue is 51 inches high, made of black stone and is made in a very attractive manner. There is divinity in it i.e. incarnation of God, incarnation of Vishnu. If there is a son of a king then he is a royal son. He has divinity, but he is a 5 year old child. Such a statue is ready.”

    3 statues will be installed

    Rai said that the idol of Lord Ram will be kept on the temple grounds. He said, “Apart from Sita and Hanuman, the idols of Lord Ram’s brothers will be placed on the first floor of the grand temple, but it will take another 8 months.” According to the chief priest of the temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, “The idol of Shyam Varna is being installed in the first sanctum. The consecration of the remaining two statues will take place after both the floors are built.” Read More – King Khan’s son Aryan Khan will soon be seen in a web series, a series will be made on Shahrukh’s life…

    What will happen to the old idol?

    At present, an idol is also present in the temporary temple, which is being worshiped since the year 1949. These idols will also be installed near the new idol. Actually, the case that was filed in the court was filed in the name of this sitting Ramlala. Therefore this idol will also be enshrined in the temple itself.

    Famous sculptor Arun Yogiraj has made the statue

    The idol that will be installed in the temple has been made by Arun Yogiraj of Karnataka. He is the son of famous sculptor Yogiraj Shilpi. His grandfather Basavanna Shilpi had done sculpture related work in the palaces of the Wadiyar family. Arun has designed many statues including the statue of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose at India Gate, the statue of Adi Shankaracharya in Kedarnath, the Hanuman statue in Mysore, the statue of Bhimrao Ambedkar.

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  • Tomorrow is the last day of application for UPSC, CDS and NDA recruitment exam, so many posts are vacant…

    Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has recruited many posts through Combined Defense Services Examination (CDS) and National Defense Academy (NDA), Naval Academy (NA) Examination. Tomorrow (January 9) is the last chance to apply for both these big examinations. In such a situation, those candidates who have not registered yet should apply immediately. The registration window will close tomorrow at 6 pm. Let us tell you that CDS and NDA recruitment exam will be held on 21st April.

    so many posts to be filled

    457 posts will be filled under CDS exam. In this, there will be recruitment on 100 posts in Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. 32 posts will be filled at Indian Naval Academy (INA) Ezhimala, 32 posts at Air Force Academy (AFA) Hyderabad and 293 posts at Officers Training Academy (OTA) Chennai. 400 posts will be filled under UPSC NDA Recruitment. Of these, 370 posts are for NDA. 30 posts will be filled for NA Defense course. Read More – King Khan’s son Aryan Khan will soon be seen in a web series, a series will be made on Shahrukh’s life…

    How to apply for CDS

    To apply for CDS exam, candidates will first have to do One Time Registration (OTR) through the official website. After this you will be able to log in and fill the application form. Once applied, candidates will not be given the option to withdraw the application. General category and other backward class candidates will have to pay a fee of Rs 200 for application. No application fee will have to be paid for SC, ST category and female candidates of all categories. Read More – Rubina Dilaik was seen handling the little angel, the actress showed her figure in a bodycon high-slit dress…

    How to apply for NDA

    To apply, candidates first go to the official website. There on the home page, click on the NDA Exam Notification link. After this a new page will open. Register by clicking on New Registration and log in and fill the application. General category and other backward class candidates will have to pay a fee of Rs 100 for application. SC, ST category and female candidates of all categories are exempted from fee payment.

  • As soon as PM Modi went to Lakshadweep, the ministers and leaders of the neighboring country were shocked, the Indian government expressed objection on the remarks of the Maldives minister.

    New Delhi. As soon as Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Lakshadweep, leaders and ministers of neighboring country Maldives are commenting against India on social media. In such a situation, the Government of India has raised the issue of the derogatory remarks made by Maldives’ Women Minister Mariam Shiuna on social media against PM Modi. The Maldives government has suspended Mariam Shiuna along with two other ministers Malsha and Hassan Jihan, terming the minister’s comments as personal opinions.

    The government of Mohammed Muizzu of Maldives, which won the recent elections with the slogan of ‘India Out’, is adopting an anti-India stance. An example of this was clearly seen when Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Lakshadweep. Seeing the impact on the economy of Maldives, government ministers and supporters became active on social media, but its opposite effect is now visible.

    While the Government of India has lodged a formal objection to the minister’s remarks with the Government of Maldives, on the other hand, the anger of common Indians including film stars like Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, John Abraham and cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Vyankatesh Prasad is erupting on social media. . #BoycottMaldives is trending on X platform, while many Indians are saying that stop going to Maldives, there are many beautiful places to see in India, which you will not be able to see in your lifetime.

    Meanwhile, on Lakshadweep tourism, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said in a discussion with the media in Hyderabad that Lakshadweep has immense potential in terms of tourism. Recently the Prime Minister also visited Lakshadweep. This will be a tourist destination in the future. An airport is to be built there, the government is working on it. There is connectivity with Kerala, but air connectivity is necessary. Along with this he said that there is no need to go to New Zealand or Switzerland. Everything is in Lakshadweep. People will have to become ambassadors themselves…

    Meanwhile, information is coming that after the anti-India and objectionable remarks made by Maldivian ministers and leaders about Prime Minister Modi, a large number of Indians have canceled hotel bookings and air flights. According to an estimate, Indians have so far canceled 8,000 hotel bookings and 2,500 flights in Maldives.

  • As soon as PM Modi went to Lakshadweep, the ministers and leaders of the neighboring country were shocked, the Indian government expressed objection on the remarks of the Maldip minister.

    New Delhi. As soon as Prime Minister Narendra Modi goes to Lakshadweep, there is an uproar in the neighboring country Maldives. Leaders and ministers of Maldives are commenting against India on social media. In such a situation, the Government of India has raised the issue of the derogatory remarks made on social media by Mariam Shiuna, Women Minister of Maldives’ Muizzu Government, against PM Modi. The Maldives government has termed the minister’s comments as his personal opinion.

    The government of Mohammed Muizzu of Maldives, which won the recent elections with the slogan of ‘India Out’, is adopting an anti-India stance. An example of this was clearly seen when Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Lakshadweep. Seeing the impact on the economy of Maldives, government ministers and supporters became active on social media, but its opposite effect is now visible.

    While the Government of India has lodged a formal objection to the minister’s remarks with the Government of Maldives, on the other hand, the anger of common Indians including film stars like Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, John Abraham and cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Vyankatesh Prasad is erupting on social media. . #BoycottMaldives is trending on X platform, while many Indians are saying that stop going to Maldives, there are many beautiful places to see in India, which you will not be able to see in your lifetime.

    Meanwhile, on Lakshadweep tourism, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said in a discussion with the media in Hyderabad that Lakshadweep has immense potential in terms of tourism. Recently the Prime Minister also visited Lakshadweep. This will be a tourist destination in the future. An airport is to be built there, the government is working on it. There is connectivity with Kerala, but air connectivity is necessary. Along with this he said that there is no need to go to New Zealand or Switzerland. Everything is in Lakshadweep. People will have to become ambassadors themselves…

    Meanwhile, information is coming that after the anti-India and objectionable remarks made by Maldivian ministers and leaders about Prime Minister Modi, a large number of Indians have canceled hotel bookings and air flights. According to an estimate, Indians have so far canceled 8,000 hotel bookings and 2,500 flights in Maldives.

  • Bangladesh Goes To Polls Today Amid Tight Security | world news

    Dhaka: Nearly 170 million people in Bangladesh will vote to elect 299 lawmakers during the 12th national election on Sunday amid a boycott by the main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party led by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, after PM Sheikh Hasina denied its demand to resign and let A caretaker government runs the election, Al Jazeera reported.

    More than 42,000 polling stations are set for Sunday’s elections, where a total of 119.6 million registered voters are eligible to cast their votes, as reported by the country’s Election Commission. Women make up almost half of the nearly 120 million eligible voters, while first-time voters number about 15 million.

    Al Jazeera reported that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is expected to win a fourth straight term in the absence of the main Opposition BNP which on Saturday began a 48-hour nationwide strike against the “illegal government” amid violence and a crackdown on protesters, Al Jazeera reported.

    The Supreme Court on December 27 provided clearance for the Election Commission (EC) to proceed with the general elections. Highlighting the security concerns, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has instructed private hospitals and clinics across Bangladesh to keep health services operational and to remain prepared to handle emergencies from Saturday to Wednesday, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune.

    The directive was issued in a letter signed by DGHS Deputy Director Abu Hussain Md Moinul Ahsan. This letter was sent to the president, secretary of the Bangladesh Private Clinic Hospital and Diagnostic Center Owners Association, and the president of the Bangladesh Private Medical College Owners Association, among other relevant parties.

    As per the letter, private clinics, hospitals, and medical college hospitals must remain fully prepared to handle any emergencies during and after the election until January 10, according to Dhaka Tribune.

    Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has promised to maintain cooperation and friendly relations with India if she is re-elected in the parliamentary polls next month. The reaffirmation came as she unveiled the manifesto of the ruling Awami League party in December, for the upcoming general elections.

    Hasina underlined that if her party secures victory, Bangladesh will persist in its development collaboration with all nations, highlighting its commitment to fostering positive diplomatic ties and cooperation.

    Specifically mentioning India-Bangladesh ties, the manifesto states, “The long-standing problem of demarcation of land boundaries and exchange of enclaves with India has been resolved. This achievement has encouraged continued multilateral cooperation and friendly relations with India.”

    Moreover, earlier on Friday, three members of the Election Commission of India (ECI) arrived in Dhaka ahead of Bangladesh’s 12th general elections. They will actively participate as part of the international election observer team, contributing to the monitoring process.

    The Election Commission has made thorough arrangements for the upcoming 12th national parliamentary election on January 7 to ensure a peaceful process. As many as 127 foreign observers will track the election process to assess the election’ fairness.

    International election expert teams from the European Union are present in Dhaka, with foreign observers from various countries, including a Commonwealth team, set to monitor the elections. Despite the preparations, the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party has decided to boycott the polls. To prevent voting, the BNP has started a 48-hour strike starting commencing on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s “illegal government,” the Dhaka Tribune reported.

    Under the leadership of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, the BNP has decided to boycott the general election scheduled for Sunday. The party is advocating for the formation of an interim non-party neutral government to oversee the election, a demand that has been rebuffed by the government led by Prime Minister Hasina.

    The BNP will carry out processions, mass campaigns and distribute leaflets against the polls across the country, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune. Moreover, the second day of the hartal coincides with the election, which has already gathered global attention.

    Adding to the already existing hurdles, the Bangladesh Election Commission’s election application, “Smart Election Management BD” crashed on the eve of the general elections. The Tk21 crore app, launched by the Election Commission for voters to find election-related details, including polling center locations, stopped working a day before the polling date.

    Furthermore, at least 14 polling centers and two schools in 10 districts of Bangladesh were set on fire between Friday evening and early Saturday hours before general elections, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune.

    However, the general elections in Bangladesh will witness participation from approximately 30 countries and 180 overseas observers, signifying international interest and observation in the electoral process.

  • Congress formed election committees in 8 states including Chhattisgarh for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, know who got the responsibility…

    Raipur. Congress is fully prepared for the Lok Sabha elections 2024. The Congress Party on Saturday formed election committees for many states including Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Manipur, Nagaland and Tripura. Whereas in Chhattisgarh, 18 members and 4 ex-officio members have got the responsibility. PCC Chief Deepak Baij has been made the Chairman of Chhattisgarh State Election Committee.

    Who got the responsibility in Chhattisgarh State Election Committee – Deepak Baij-Chairman, 2. Bhupesh Baghel, 3. Dr. Charan Das Mahant, 4. TS Singh Deo, 5. Tamradhwaj Sahu, 6. Ravindra Chabey, 7. Mohammad Akbar. , 8. Dr. Shivkumar Dahria, 9. Anila Bhendia, 10. Jai Singh Aggarwal, 11. Mohan Markam, 12. Guru Rudra Kumar, 13. Dhanendra Sahu, 14. Satyanarayan Sharma, 15. Amitesh Shukla. 16. Vikas Upadhyay, 17. Rajesh Tiwari, 18. Paras Chopra have got a place in the committee. ex officio member

    Along with this, 1. President, State Youth Congress, 2. President, State NSUI, 3. Chief Organizer, State Seva Dal, 4. President, State Mahila Congress have also been included in the State Election Committee.

    See the list of formation of election committees appointed in other 7 states-