Croatia: Conservatives take lead in Parliamentary elections
Croatia, the conservative Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) was on track to win the most seats in Parliamentary elections, but it won’t be able to rule on their own. It would pave the way for another coalition government in the European Union’s newest member state. With more than half of the ballots counted, Croatia’s state election authorities said early today that the HDZ, have won 62 seats in the 151-seat parliament, while rival left-leaning People’s Coalition won 53.
Third-placed are kingmakers Most, or Bridge, with 12 seats. Although incomplete, the results are not expected to change dramatically until the full count later today. If confirmed, the results will present a major success for the HDZ party, which also led the previous right-wing government that collapsed in June after less than six months in power, triggering the worst political turmoil in the country since it joined the EU in 2013.
SC modifies order on Cauvery issue
Supreme Court today modified its earlier order on the Cauvery water issue and asked Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu per day till 20th September. The court, in its Sep 5 order, had asked to release 15,000 cusecs water per day. Rejecting Karnataka’s plea that the earlier order be kept in abeyance, the apex court expressed anguish over what it said the tone and tenor of the plea. Today Violence broke out in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu amid the raging Cauvery water sharing row, with the Siddaramaiah government asking Tamil Nadu to protect Kannadigas and assuring to safeguard Tamils in the state.Cauvery Supervisory Committee, headed by Union Water Resources Secretary Shashi Shekhar met in New Delhi today to decide on the quantum of water to be released to Tamil Nadu and other states.
Besides Mr Shekhar, the meeting was attended by officials of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry governments.
The meeting comes in the backdrop of Supreme Court asking Tamil Nadu on 5th of this month to approach the committee over the issue.
Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court had asked Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs Cauvery water per day, down from previous 15,000 cusecs, to Tamil Nadu till 20th of this month.
It said, the law and order problem cannot be a ground for not complying with the court’s order. Karnataka had told the court that the agony claimed by Tamil Nadu on the crisis is not there.
July 2016 IIP growth stands at (-) 2.4%
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Growth in industry output, as measured in terms of IIP, for the month of July 2016 is estimated at (-) 2.4% as compared to 1.9% in June 2016. The growth in the three sectors mining, manufacturing and electricity in July 2016 stands at 0.8%, (-) 3.4% and 1.6% respectively as compared to June 2016 stands at 5.2% 0.7% and 8.2% respectively. Capital goods growth stands at (-) 29.6% in July 2016 as against (-) 16.3% during June 2016.
Recent growth pattern in IIP (% growth)
Source: PHD Research Bureau, compiled from CSO
Some important items showing high negative growth during the current month over the same month in previous year include Cable, Rubber Insulated (-) 91.1%, ‘Marble Tiles/ Slabs (-) 62.3%, H R Sheets (-) 59.2%, ‘Sugar Machinery’ (-) 52.7%, ‘Sealed Compressors’ (-) 33.3% and Rice (-) 24.0%.
Some important items that have registered high positive growth include Air Conditioner (Room) (102.8%), ‘Wood Furniture (74.1%), Instant Food Mixes (Ready to eat) (65.3%), Colour TV Sets (28.9%), Purified Terephthalic acid (27.1%), Antibiotics & It’s Preparations (26.9%) and Terry Towel (21.9%).
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Netanyahu met Xavier Bettel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met today in Jerusalem with Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel; this is the first visit by a Prime Minister of Luxembourg to Israel. The meeting was very good and was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Luxembourg Prime Minister Bettel invited Prime Minister Netanyahu to visit his country. Topics discussed at the meeting included bilateral economic relations and ways to deepen them as well as various regional issues.
Prime Minister Netanyahu:
“This is your first visit, the first in Israel and I hope it’s not the last. You invited me to Luxembourg. I’ve already visited Luxembourg once and I intend to do it again.
“This is your first visit, the first in Israel and I hope it’s not the last. You invited me to Luxembourg. I’ve already visited Luxembourg once and I intend to do it again.
You come obviously at a time of great turmoil in the Middle East, the world looks with horror as hundreds of thousands are slaughtered in Syria and millions stream to Europe, fleeing for their lives. We spoke about that at some length but I think this is a time of great opportunity as well. And that gives me a great deal of hope. Israel’s partnerships and alliances around the world and in the region are growing broader and deeper. We stand together with many countries to defend civilization against the forces of militant Islamic barbarism and we stand together in the face of resurgent anti-Semitism. I expressed my appreciation for the forthright positon that you took in Luxembourg regarding the events there during the Second World War and your apology to the Jewish community was deeply appreciated.
We also spoke about the future. We stand together to innovate and seize the future. Innovation is the key to economic growth, to turn the promise of tomorrow’s technologies to better the lives of our peoples and I think for the peoples around the world. Israel and Luxembourg are two small countries but we’ve shown that two small countries can be, we shouldn’t be judged by our size, we can do a lot of great things and we are doing them. And I think our small countries possess great strength and together we’ll be stronger.
We had very fruitful discussions. I believe in this partnership and I look forward to continuing this discussion with you in Luxembourg or any other place. So, come back again and welcome.”
Photo: Haim Zach, GPO
Geeta Khanna’s book Style of India
Dear Journalist,
Release of stylist Geeta Khanna’s book Style of India
At the Embassy of France, New Delhi
Friday 16th September 2016
The Embassy of France in India is pleased to present stylist Geeta Khanna’s opus, Style of India, in association with her company Hirumchi Styling, and French publishers Hachette India.
Well-known for her endeavour to preserve and promote the unique arts, crafts and heritage of India, Geeta Khanna has brought out a book that combines extensive research with lavish visuals. The result is a remarkable volume that spans India’s fashion and style history from the Harappan civilization to contemporary Indian fashion.
H.E. Mr Alexandre Ziegler, Ambassador of France to India, will host the release of Style of India.
on Friday, 16th September 2016, at 7.00 pm
at the Embassy of France
(Entry from Gate No. 1) 2/50E Shantipath
Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
You are cordially invited to the book release and the reception thereafter, and requested to assign your reporter/photographer to cover the event.
Please feel free to call or email me for more information.
Best regards,
Danial Nathan
August 2016 CPI inflation stands at 5.05%
Rural India inflation stands at 5.87% in August 2016 as compared to 6.66% in July 2016 and
Urban India inflation stands at 4.22% in August 2016 as against 5.39% in July 2016
The all India general CPI (Combined) for August 2016 stands at 5.05%% as compared to 6.07% in July 2016. The inflation rates for rural and urban areas for August 2016 are 5.87% and 4.22% as compared to 6.66% and 5.39% respectively, for July 2016. Rate of inflation during August 2016 stands in pulses and products at 22.01%, Sugar and Confectionary at 24.75%, Egg at 9.58% and Vegetables at 1.02%.
Consumer Price Inflation (Combined) (%)
Source: PHD Research Bureau, compiled from CSO
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Seoul says N. Korea ready to conduct another nuclear test
North Korea is ready to conduct another nuclear test at any time, South Korea’s defense ministry said Monday, just days after Pyongyang sparked worldwide condemnation with its fifth and most powerful test. “An additional test could be conducted in a tunnel that branches off from the second tunnel or in the third tunnel, where preparations have been completed,” said ministry spokesman Moon Sang-Gyun. He said the South’s military is on full combat-readiness to respond to “further nuclear tests, ballistic missile launches or land provocation.” All five nuclear tests have been conducted at the Punggye-ri site in the country’s northeast. The initial one in October 2006 was in the first tunnel and the last four in the second tunnel, according to Seoul’s defense ministry
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