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Germany's 'Sir Vival' pushes limits of extreme travel

He has crossed deserts, jungles and oceans alone -- in his native Germany, veteran adventurer Ruediger Nehberg is better known as "Sir Vival", and his book on bushcraft techniques is still used by the country's armed forces. Duration: 02:29

Aug 30, 2014

Reactions pour in as Mamata Banerjee says TMC open to alliance with CPM to fight BJP

New Delhi, Aug 30 (ANI): Political leaders react as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that TMC is open to alliance with CPM in order to fight BJP. Ruling BJP leader Sambit Patra said that this statement by Banerjee shows her frustration and desperateness over the ongoing Modi wave. Meanwhile, Congress Spokesperson Akhilesh Pratap Singh and JD (U) welcomed the step and said that all parties in other state too should team up to fight against BJP. Samajwadi Party leader Rajendra Chaudhary said that it may be decision keeping in view the state of affairs in West Bengal and that UP does not need any alliance as of now.

Aug 30, 2014

Trinamool Congress May Consider Tie-up with CPI(M), Says Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee said that Trinamool Congress is not adverse to the option of a tie-up with the CPI(M).

Aug 30, 2014

Encounter between Army and Militants in Kupwara, one jawan martyred

Kupwara, Aug 30 (ANI): Militants taking shelter in the Kalaroos Forests of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara District have reportedly killed an Indian Army soldier and injured another in an encounter on Saturday morning. The encounter with four to five militants is reportedly still on. Meanwhile, the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Rajasthan Police has reportedly cautioned and alerted the Border Security Force (BSF) to intensify patrolling in the border areas of the state, especially in Bikaner, Jodhpur and Barmer that adjoin Pakistan in the wake of reports that a group of terrorists may be attempting to cross into Indian Territory.

Aug 30, 2014

Politicos react on PM Modi's Japan visit

New Delhi/ Lucknow, Aug 30 (ANI): Political leaders on Saturday reacted over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Japan visit which began today. Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that all political leaders holding important offices take foreign tours but it is worthy only if it brings something good for the country. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that Modi's return will tell what the visit was like. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that a delegation of businessmen will help Modi in dealing foreign trade with Japan. SP leader Rajendra Chaudhary wished good luck to the PM for his journey. Meanwhile, BJP leader Nalin Kohli said that PM Modi's visit is being looked forward to by both countries and hoped that it will be termed as a historic visit.

Aug 30, 2014

Family mourns death of Indian fisherman in Pakistani jail

Diu, Aug 30 (ANI): Family of an Indian fisherman, who died in Pakistani jail, mourned his death in Diu town of Union Territory Daman and Diu. The family came to know about the tragedy after receiving a letter from Pakistani government that however, didn't mention the cause of death. The family urged the Pakistani government to release his brothers, who were also arrested along with him. Nuclear-armed neighbours share a vast un-demarcated coastal border and officials say fishermen on both sides ignore rules in search of fish and frequently stray into other country and end up spending years in their jails.

Aug 30, 2014

Soldiers in the southern African kingdom of Lesotho have reportedly seized the police headquarters in what seemed to an apparent coup attempt.

Soldiers 'Seize Police Headquarters', Surround State House in Lesotho

Soldiers in Lesotho have reportedly seized the police headquarters in what seemed to be an apparent coup attempt.

Aug 30, 2014

Cameron said on Friday he planned to introduce new legislation to make it harder for Britons to travel to Syria and Iraq to fight alongside Islamist extremists. Cameron, who said he would detail his plans in parliament on Monday to confiscate passports, w

Terror Threat: Fears of Attack from Islamic State Jihadists Put UK, Australia on High Alert

The United Kingdom and Australia have been put on high alert, after intelligence suggested there were high level of chances of a terrorist attack.

Aug 30, 2014

Historian Bipan Chandra dies at age of 86

New Delhi, Aug 30 (ANI): Prominent Indian author and historian Bipan Chandra died on Saturday morning in his sleep at the age of 86. Chandra was considered to be one of foremost scholars on India independence movement and was an authority on Mahatma Gandhi. According to family sources, he died around 6 AM on Saturday morning at his home in Gurgaon. He had not been keeping well over the last few months. Chandra taught at the University of Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru University and was also associated with the University Grants Commission of New Delhi. He was the Chairperson of the Centre for Historical Studies in JNU.

Aug 30, 2014

Putin warns West: 'We are a nuclear superpower; don't mess with us'

Ukraine crisis: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday warned the West not to mess with it while reminding them of Russia's nuclear superpowers

Aug 30, 2014

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Aug 30, 2014

Kumar Vishwas on his controversy of being offered CM post by BJP MLA

Ghaziabad, Aug 30 (ANI): AAP leader Kumar Vishwas on Saturday clarified his controversial disclosure of being offered CM post by a BJP MLA post Lok Sabha results. Vishwas said that he had been offered by a BJP MLA to become the CM of Delhi if he joins BJP. He said that he had declined the offer on grounds of not being a political person. He added that AAP is not a party; it is a political movement which is why he is associated with it.

Aug 30, 2014

Politicos react as Kumar Vishwas discloses being offered CM post by BJP MLA

New Delhi, Aug 30 (ANI): Political leaders on Saturday reacted to AAP leader Kumar Vishwas' controversial disclosure of being offered Delhi CM post by a BJP MLA. Congress leader Barkha Shukla said that AAP is a greedy party and they can do anything to come to power. She added that Vishwas should have accepted the offer as it was an opportunity for him to rise in political power. Meanwhile, President of BJP's Delhi Unit, Satish Upadhyay said that this is a new script written by AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal for Vishwas to let his party come to light again. He added that Vishwas should tell the details of who the leader was and give a proof for his words.

Aug 30, 2014

Kerala celebrates Onam festival with pomp and show

Kochi, Aug 30 (ANI): The agrarian festival Onam, which marks the homecoming of legendary king Mahabali, began in Kerala with pomp and show. The 10-day long harvest festival celebrations begin every year with Aathachamayam (The Royal Parade on Aatham Day) in Thripunithara (a suburb of Kochi City). The main centre of the festival is at Thrikakkara temple in Kochi city which is believed to be the ancient capital of King Mahabali. The Temple festival also marks the beginning of the harvest festival. The festival is greatly awaited across Kerala, as it is believed that the harvest festival heralds prosperity and happiness in the society.

Aug 30, 2014

PM Narendra Modi leaves for Japan

New Delhi, Aug 30 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday left for his first major bilateral trip to Japan - a country that in his words offers immense scope for cooperation. Modi travels to Japan for a five-day visit, his first major bilateral trip since taking over in May. Modi and host Prime Minister Shinzo Abe are also expected to boost defence ties, speeding up talks on the sale of an amphibious aircraft to the Indian navy.

Aug 30, 2014