Modi for Bimstec cooperation in anti-terror operations, natural disasters
Kathmandu, Aug 30 : Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday sought cooperation among all seven Bimstec member-nations in anti-terror operations as well as during natural disasters in the region.
Addressing the 4th summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (Bimstec), Modi said that there was no nation which was not affected by terrorism, adding that India was also facing problems like drug trafficking and transnational crimes.
"India is ready to host a conference on these issues," he said.
"This region is linked with the Himalayas and the Bay of Bengal, and time and again it faces natural disasters like floods, cyclones and earthquakes. In this context, we should extend cooperation in humanitarian efforts for disaster relief. We have to cooperate and coordinate with each other," Modi said.
Kerala and Nagaland states in India have been affected by floods, while Myanmar is grappling with a similar situation after a dam breach. Several deaths have been reported in Nepal due to landslides.
Modi also invited all member-states to attend the International Buddhist Conclave in India in August 2020.
The Prime Minister added that India was committed to connecting its national knowledge network through digital connectivity with neighbouring countries like Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Bangladesh.
He also promised to set up a centre for Bay of Bengal studies in the Nalanda University in Bihar to conduct research focused on Bimstec region.
"We not only have diplomatic relations with all seven Bimstec countries, but are strongly connected by civilisation, history, art, language, cuisine and a shared culture," he added.
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Boy in Bagalkot upset after failing SSLC exams; parents cut cake to boost morale
Bagalkot: The parents and relatives of a boy who failed in all six subjects in the SSLC exams recently cut a cake to instill self-confidence in their son.
Finding that the boy was upset due to his failure, they made an effort to boost his morale and also told him to try again, reports Deccan Herald.
The parents said that the boy had burnt his feet during in an incident during his childhood, which had affected his memory. The boy had also been unable to write the exams, they said, and added that they encouraged their son to try again as exams were not the ultimate stage in life.
The boy, who spoke about the incident, said that, although failing in the SSLC exams had upset him greatly, his parents and all his family members had been supportive and encouraged him to try again. Expressing confidence in himself, the boy said that he would also succeed in life.
