News

police-arrest-suspect-behind-assam-militant-attacks Play

Police arrest suspect behind Assam militant attacks

Sonitpur, Dec 30 (ANI): Police in Assam arrested a suspect behind coordinated militant attacks on tea plantation workers and their families that killed at least 80 people, the deadliest in years. The suspect has been identified as Suklai Basumtari, who is accused of having links with National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). Police believe that a faction of NDFB, fighting for a separate state for ethnic Bodos, was behind the attacks. Police arrested him from Biswanath Chariali town in Sonitpur district under operation named, 'All Out'. Meanwhile, several media groups appealed people to donate relief materials to victims in relief camps in Kokrajhar and Sonitpur. Some militants may have fled to neighbouring Bhutan while their leader was believed to be in Myanmar, officials and police said, prompting calls for cooperation. Dec 30, 2014
india-summons-pak-envoy-over-grant-of-bail-to-26-11-mastermind-lakhvi Play

India summons Pak envoy over grant of bail to 26/11 mastermind Lakhvi

New Delhi, Dec 30 (ANI): Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs. Basit, however, refused to comment whether he was summoned by Indian foreign ministry. According to reports, Basit was summoned by the Indian foreign ministry to protest against a court order that could allow 26/11 mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi to leave jail. The Foreign Secretary conveyed strong concern at the lack of effective action by Pakistan's Prosecuting authorities after Lakhvi was granted bail by an Anti-Terrorism-Court. There was no comment from Ministry of External Affairs either, immediately. Lakhvi was put under house arrest immediately after the grant of bail. He remained in jail under Pakistan's Maintenance of Public Order. He had challenged his detention in the Islamabad High Court after the government rejected his plea for release. Dec 30, 2014
candlelight-vigil-marks-second-death-anniversary-of-delhi-gang-rape-victim Play

Candlelight vigil marks second death anniversary of Delhi gang rape victim

New Delhi, Dec 30 (ANI): India marked the second death anniversary of Delhi gang rape victim with candlelight vigil. The gang rape victim whose assault in New Delhi triggered nationwide protests died of her injuries on December 29, 2012 in a Singapore hospital. The 23-year-old medical student, severely beaten, raped and thrown out of a moving bus in New Delhi on December 16, 2012, was flown to Singapore in a critical condition by the Indian government for specialist treatment. On Monday, people poured in streets to pay tribute to the victim, who is often referred as 'Nirbhaya'-meaning fearless. Meanwhile, victim's father said nothing had changed and laws had changed only on paper. The victim's father also said he would meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and put forth his views on women safety. Dec 30, 2014
tribal-community-in-west-bengal-protest-against-assam-militant-attacks Play

Tribal community in West Bengal protest against Assam militant attacks

Siliguri, Dec 30 (ANI): The Tribal community in West Bengal on staged protest against militant attacks in Assam that killed at least 80 people. Police believe that a faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), fighting for a separate state for ethnic Bodos, was behind coordinated attacks on tea plantation workers and their families in Assam last week, the deadliest in years. Protesters from Adivasi Socio-Educational Association (ASEA) took to streets in Siliguri city and demanded for action against the militants. Secretary of Darjeeling wing ASEA committee, Trinath Murmu, said that they were demanding immediate action by the government to maintain peace in the region. India has sought cooperation from Bhutan, Myanmar and Bangladesh in an offensive against a tribal militant group. Dec 30, 2014
devotees-from-different-faiths-visit-mausoleum-of-passport-baba Play

Devotees from different faiths visit mausoleum of 'Passport Baba'

Jamshedpur, Dec 30 (ANI): The state of Jharkhand is known for its rich history, customs and traditions that contribute to its identity as one of the most culturally diverse states in the country. Despite the diversity of religions and cultures, there is amity between people of different faiths in the state. One such example can be found in Jamshedpur at Syed Misrin Shah's mausoleum who is famous by the name of Passport Baba as well. The uniqueness of his mausoleum is that people come here to seek blessings from the saint in order to get there passport in time. It attracts Hindu and Muslim devotees who visit the mausoleum, to pay obeisance to the Sufi saint, in large numbers. Dec 30, 2014
multi-faith-workforce-dwells-in-printing-and-packaging-unit-in-aligarh Play

Multi faith workforce dwells in printing and packaging unit in Aligarh

Aligarh, Dec 30 (ANI): Aligarh, located in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh, is a big industrial city of the state. It is also known as Taala Nagari or the City of Locks as it is amongst the largest manufacturers and suppliers of locks in India. And, it is not just the lock industry, which make the city famous, but also the harmony that exists between people of different religions working in other industries as well. One such unit in the city that exemplifies this fact is the printing and packaging unit where Hindus and Muslims are involved in print and packaging of different commodities. The workers work for long hours and also look after each other and their work like a family. Mutual cooperation is responsible for the success of the business. Dec 30, 2014
tourists-throng-manali-to-explore-adventure-sports Play

Tourists throng Manali to explore adventure sports

Manali, Dec 30 (ANI): Thousands of tourists thronged Solang Valley to explore adventure sports after Himachal Pradesh received good snowfall this winter season. Himachal Pradesh, which has turned into a paradise of skiers, is attracting sports lovers from across the country to explore snow sports including trekking, skiing, paragliding and rafting. The snow-covered hill resort has always been the preferred holiday destination for domestic as well as foreign tourists for ice games. Tourists were in high spirits riding on yak and playing with snow. A tourist, Pooja Jain, said her family had visited Solang valley earlier to enjoy the combination of scenery and sports. Dec 30, 2014
poroshenko-hails-ukraine-warriors-freed-by-rebels Play

Poroshenko hails Ukraine 'warriors' freed by rebels

More than 220 insurgents were freed during a prisoner swap between Ukraine's government and pro-Russian rebels. They are being housed in a centre where they will be debriefed to make sure there aren't any Ukrainian spies amongst them. Dec 29, 2014
greek-lawmakers-fail-to-elect-president Play

Greek lawmakers fail to elect president

Greek lawmakers fail for a third time to elect a new president, triggering a snap election that could bring to power a radical anti-austerity party threatening to undo many economic reforms. Dec 29, 2014
festive-season-stress-top-reason-behind-split-among-couples Play

Festive season stress top reason behind split among couples

New Delhi, Dec 29 (ANI): A survey has revealed that under the festive stress, many married couples may split in the coming year. As per the experts, around 25 percent used the holidays for an attempt to patch up their differences, but being together for so long with the other stresses of the festive season, puts more pressure on the relationship, online portal reported. The survey explained that first week of January is the busiest time for divorce lawyers, as festive season comes up with flirting at parties and spending too much money. Dec 29, 2014
former-i-and-b-minister-says-there-is-no-need-for-violence-over-film-pk Play

Former I and B Minister says there is no need for violence over film 'PK'

New Delhi, Dec 29 (ANI): Former Information and Broadcasting Minister Girija Vyas said on Monday that there was no need for violence over the film 'PK'. Vyas said that the Censor Board is the highest authority to clear films and any problem relating to the movies should be put forward in a decent manner, not by destroying property and spreading violence. Dec 29, 2014
Prev 1205 1206 1207 1208 1209 1210 1211 1212 1213 1214 Next
IBTIMES TV
MOST POPULAR