Politics

Burundi: Celebrations in streets as army officer says president sacked

There were celebrations in the streets of Bujumbura on Wednesday (13 May) after a Burundi army general said he had sacked Pierre Nkurunziza as president for seeking an unconstitutional third term in office, and was working with civil society groups to form a transitional government.

May 13, 2015

Modi's China Visit: Complete Schedule of Indian PM's 3-Day Trip; Where to Watch LIVE

Modi will visit Xian, Beijing and Shanghai.

May 13, 2015

Burundi riot police clash with protesters

Burundis capital city plunged into further unrest on Tuesday amid escalating protests against President Pierre Nkurunzizas decision to seek a third term in office.

May 13, 2015

J Jayalalithaa and O Panneerselvam at Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu CM Panneerselvam at Jayalalithaa's Residence; May Quit Today

Jayalalithaa is likely to take over as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu soon.

May 13, 2015

India: 'Desi Air Force One' to Ferry PM Modi, President

PM Narendra Modi will soon be flying in a domestic version of US Air Force One.

May 13, 2015

Australian conservatives deliver soft budget after last years bruising

Australias conservative government delivered budget proposals on Tuesday (12 May) that were light on radical reform but heavy on pledges to return to surplus, playing it safe politically after the disastrous reaction to last years budget.

May 13, 2015

Lok Sabha Refers Land Bill to Joint Committee after Debate

Rahul Gandhi accused NDA government of "murdering" UPA government's legislation.

May 13, 2015

David Cameron holds first all-Tory cabinet meeting since election triumph

Prime Minister says they are the party of working people in video of cabinet meeting.

May 12, 2015

George Osborne: Britain will be constructive but firm with EU

British Finance Minister George Osborne said on Tuesday (12 May) that the new British government would be constructive but firm in negotiations with other EU partners to reform the European Union before a British referendum on its membership of the bloc.

May 12, 2015