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South Asia Newsline - May 02, 2014

May 3, 2014

Dozens held in Philippines over global 'sextortion' ring

Fifty-eight people are arrested in the Philippines for their involvement in a giant, global Internet "sextortion" network, which led to hundreds of people being blackmailed. Duration: 01:05

May 3, 2014

Shots fired as locals stand up to Ukraine troops in the east

Yasnogirka locals near Slavyansk in eastern Ukraine Friday attempted to stand up to Ukrainian soldiers in armoured vehicles entering their town. Duration: 00:42

May 2, 2014

Seven dead in Mexico landslide

Four children and a pregnant woman were among seven people killed when torrential rains sparked a landslide in central Mexico in the pre-dawn hours Thursday, local authorities said. Duration: 00:47

May 2, 2014

Toll from Nigeria capital bombing rises to 19 dead, 80 wounded

A car bombing at a bus station on the outskirts of Nigeria's capital killed at least 19 people and injured 80, an official said Friday, just weeks after Boko Haram Islamists attacked the same spot. Duration: 00:46

May 2, 2014

Profile: South Africa's President Jacob Zuma

South Africa's President Jacob Zuma is all but guaranteed victory at the country's elections on 7th May -- despite allegations of corruption, abuse of power and misusing over twenty million dollars of state funds. Duration: 02:35

May 2, 2014

Local crowd confront soldiers in eastern Ukraine

Local residents in Yasnogirka near the flashpoint city of Slavyansk in eastern Ukraine Friday confronted Ukrainian soldiers in armoured vehicles after troops destroyed a pro-Russian checkpoint. Duration: 00:59

May 2, 2014

Khaleda Zia blames Bangladesh govt for recent incidents of abduction & murder

Dhaka, May 02 (ANI): Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister and BNP Chief Khaleda Zia, blamed the ruling Awami League for a spate of recent incidents of abduction and murder, questioning safety of the common people. Zia while addressing a rally issued a ‘red alert’ urging 19 party leaders and activists to stage anti-government movement. Zia said that she would take to streets along with the people to ensure their security. During the rally, Zia also urged the government to sit for a dialogue to find a way to hold free and fair polls in order to find an unbiased government.

May 2, 2014

Congress complaining like children: BJP

Varanasi, May 02 (ANI): The BJP on Friday said that the Congress is complaining like children to the Election Commission. Referring to Congress party’s complaint against BJP’s prime ministerial nominee Narendra Modi, party leader Ravi Shankar Prasad said that it is a sign of exasperation and desperation. In defence of Modi, the BJP leader mentioned Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s interaction with media after he cast his vote in Guwahati. Prasad also underlined Congress’ alleged double standard on the issue.

May 2, 2014

Ravi Shankar Prasad hits back at Congress over Snoopgate investigation

Varanasi, may 02 (ANI): BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad on Friday hit back at Congress leaders Sushil Kumar Shinde and Kapil Sibal over appointment of a judge over Snoopgate investigation. Prasad stated that Congress is acting shamefully as they are on the verge of leaving the government a few days later. He particularly slammed Union Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde saying that under his leadership crime has increased rapidly in Delhi. Congress had filed an FIR against BJP’s PM candidate Narendra Modi for probe in Snoopgate scandal in which women’s phone conversations were said to have been tapped by Gujarat Police. Congress has also announced the appointment of a judge before May 16 to head the investigation.

May 2, 2014

Arvind Kejriwal confident of Kumar Vishwas' win in Amethi - Part - 2

Amethi, May 02 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Friday expressed confidence about Kumar Vishwas defeating Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi in elections, to be held in the Amethi constituency. Kejriwal further said that the BJP and the Congress Party were united due to which they were not attacking each other's candidates.

May 2, 2014

Arvind Kejriwal confident of Kumar Vishwas' win in Amethi - Part - 1

May 2, 2014

It happens: Tiger Cubs

Aurangabad, May 2 (ANI): The Tiger pair named 'Samrudhi and Siddharth' at the Siddharth Garden and Zoo of Aurangabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) in India's western Maharashtra province has given birth to three cubs recently, who made their first public appearance. The director at the zoo, B.S. Naikwade said the three cubs, two female and one male, were born eight weeks ago to tigress Samrudhi. The three cubs were kept in a safe place due to critical period at initial stages of their birth. The newly born cubs are the fourth generation of tigers in this zoo. Twelve years ago a pair named 'Tara and Jahangir' brought to Aurangabad district from a zoo in northern state Punjab gave birth to the pair of 'Dipti and Guddu' and the same pair had given birth to 'Samrudi and Siddharth'. Meanwhile, the zoo authorities have sent one pair of tigers each to a zoo in central city of Indore and Borivali Zoo in western Mumbai city. India holds over half of world's tiger population. According to a 2011 census report, tiger population was estimated to be around 1,700. But media reports say the Indian tiger faces threat of extinction due to various reasons including hunting, poaching and lack of genetic diversity.

May 2, 2014

It happens: Dance Week

Mumbai, May 2 (ANI): As a lead up to International Dance day, Bollywood choreographer, Sandip Soparkarr, organised a Dance Week and invited all dance lovers and enthusiasts to show some moves and grooves, in India's entertainment capital, Mumbai. The week- long celebrations prior to International Dance Day celebrated on April 29 every year culminated with some special performances by Bollywood celebs. The organiser of the event, Bollywood choreographer, Sandip Soparrkar, said that the event was the first of its kind in the country. Each day was dedicated to one form of dance; there were shows, competitions, interactive sessions and performances. From folk dance to classical dances like Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Odissi and the Classic Russian Ballet, Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz and Funk dances, one can celebrate everything. Veteran Bollywood choreographer, Saroj Khan, who inaugurated the event said that such events give a boost to art forms like dance and she was happy to be a part of it. The unique dance event was indeed an unforgettable event for all dance lovers and enthusiasts who had an enthralling experience all together.

May 2, 2014

It happens: Aero Show

Tamil Nadu, May 2 (ANI): Enthusiasts thronged Coimbatore city in Tamil Nadu on April 26 for 'Aeroplus 2014', which exhibited more than 20 varieties of aircrafts, choppers and their manoeuvre. The exhibition is being organised by Nehru College of Aeronautical Science and will continue for three days. Most of the aircrafts that were on display have been brought from Indian Air Force and other foreign countries.The visitors were mostly attracted to miniature helicopter, which was designed by an aeronautical student. One of the distinct characteristics of this miniature chopper was it cannot be detected by radar which can be greatly useful for the armed forces.Some of the aircrafts that were on display included Hawker 1A, Beech aircraft, King Air C-90 aircraft, Cessna 150D, a rare Enstrom F-28 helicopter, etc. Inside the exhibition halls, visitors also got the chance to witness an international airport which was prepared in the form of a big model. There were runways, terminals, security points, radar, repair yard, flying club, parking area arranged along with the aircrafts. Engine models were also put on display including MIG-21 fighter plane engine. Aircraft accessories, aviation photo gallery and cockpit instruments were also set up in this novel exhibition.

May 2, 2014