Politics

Fans on bikes hitch rides to World Cup stadium

Ahead of the round of 16 Mexico-Netherlands on Sunday in Fortaleza, some locals revamped their bicycles and took supporters on a ride so they could get to the game on time. Duration: 00:39

Jun 30, 2014

Fourth in a Row: West Bengal Governor M K Narayanan Resigns

West Bengal Governor MK Narayanan resigned on Monday, three days after CBI questioned him as a witness in AgustaWestland scam.

Jun 30, 2014

BJP youth workers protest against SP govt in UP, police lathi charge

Lucknow, June 30 (ANI): The youth wing of the BJP protested outside the Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Monday against the failing law and order situation and power crisis in the state. Police lathi charged the protesters and used water canons and tear gas to disperse the crowd. Many were injured and later taken to hospital for medical attention. The routes leading to the UP Vidhan Sabha have been cordoned off to avert the protests from further escalation. The state Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav led government is on the backfire due to rising crime against women and power crisis. Meanwhile, state BJP President Laxmikant Bajpai condemned the action and said that the party won't step back.

Jun 30, 2014

ISIS declares Islamic 'Caliphate', calls for Muslims to pledge allegiance

Iraq, June 30 (ANI): An offshoot of al Qaeda which has captured territory in Iraq and Syria has declared itself an Islamic "caliphate" and called on factions worldwide to pledge their allegiance. The move poses a direct challenge to the central leadership of al Qaeda, which has already disowned it, and to conservative Gulf Arab rulers. The group, previously known as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and also as ISIS, has renamed itself "Islamic State" and proclaimed its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi as "Caliph" - the head of the state. Al-Adnani said the Islamic "caliphate" stretched from Aleppo in Syria to Diyala in Iraq.

Jun 30, 2014

EAM Sushma Swaraj meets French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius

New Delhi, June 30 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday met French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius in New Delhi. Fabius arrived in Delhi on Sunday night for a two-day visit. He will also meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence and Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to make a pitch for speeding up the Rafale aircraft deal.

Jun 30, 2014

Building collapse in Chennai kills 17, rescuers search for survivors

Chennai, June 30 (ANI): Building collapse in Chennai killed 17 and left dozens trapped, highlighting the need for increased monitoring of construction across India where such incidents are common. On Saturday, an 11-storey building under construction in Tamil Nadu came down. Deputy Inspector General of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), S P Selvan, said on Monday that 21 people have been pulled alive from the rubble.

Jun 30, 2014

India writes to Swiss govt seeking bank details, Politicos react

New Delhi, June 30 (ANI): Political leaders on Monday reacted after government made a fresh request to the Swiss authorities for the bank account details. BJP leader MJ Akbar said that the government has worked faster than UPA did in 10 years for bringing back black money. Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that such endeavors were made by UPA since long. Meanwhile, JD (U) realizing the hardship in such acts, said that it should be brought back essentially.

Jun 30, 2014

Andhra Pradesh CM visits building collapse spot in Chennai

Chennai, June 30 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Monday visited the spot where an 11 storey building had collapsed on Saturday. Naidu said that rescue operations are going on very carefully and many workers have been rescued alive. He added that the Centre should come forward with all possible help in order to complete the rescue operations as early as possible.

Jun 30, 2014

Court to give final verdict in Pallavi murder case on July 3

Mumbai, June 30 (ANI): The Pallavi murder case in which the security guard was found guilty would conclude on July 3 with the Court's final verdict. Lawyer Ujjwal Nikam said that in order to provide some more evidence before Court the verdict will be given a few days later so that the guilty can be punished strictly.

Jun 30, 2014

ObamaCare Has Partially Inspired India's New Health Insurance Programme: Harsh Vardhan

India will soon come out with its new health insurance programme, which is partially inspired by ObamaCare, stated Union health minister Harsh Vardhan in San Antonio, Texas on Friday.

Jun 30, 2014

India, China Sign Three Key MoUs

India and China on Monday signed three MoUs—for the establishment of Industrial Parks in five Indian states, sharing flood data on Brahmaputra river and to establish a framework for regular interactions between the two nations.

Jun 30, 2014

Armaan and Deeksha supports 'Adopt a Dog and Be a Hero campaign'

Mumbai, June 30 (ANI): The lead pair of upcoming romantic film 'Lekar Hum Deewana Dil', Armaan Jain and Deeksha Seth was spotted encouraging dog adoption while promoting their film in Mumbai. Taking a cue from their film which shows the lead actress adopting a stray puppy, the makers of the film have initiated 'Adopt a Dog, Be a Hero Campaign', to raise awareness about animal welfare. Speaking on the occasion lead actor and a dog lover Armaan Jain said that dogs are not animals but human beings. Directed by Arif Ali, the film is slated for a 4th July release.

Jun 30, 2014

Political leaders seek safety of stranded Indians in Iraq

New Delhi, June 30 (ANI): Political leaders on Monday seek safety of stranded Indians in violence hit Iraq. BJP Vice President Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that the government is doing all to rescue the Indian nationals. Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that the NDA government should take advantage of the month of Ramadan and rescue the stranded people. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that something needs to be done as fast as possible for the cause.

Jun 30, 2014

Politicos laud successful launch of PSLV-C-23 rocket

New Delhi/ Lucknow, June 30 (ANI): Politicos on Monday congratulated scientists and the people who made the PSLV C-23 launch a success, thus positioning India in a strong place globally in space. The Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO's) PSLV C23 lifted off from Sriharikota earlier this morning in the presence of Prime Minster Narendra Modi.

Jun 30, 2014

Politicos react on reports that BSP, CPI and NCP may lose national status

New Delhi, June 30 (ANI): Political leaders on Monday reacted on reports that BSP, NCP and CPI may lose national status as parties. BJP leader MJ Akbar said that this is a decision of the Election Commission and it is appropriate if the parties fail to gain public faith in form of votes. Congress leader Rashid Alvi stated that the parties which do not get the minimum national support naturally lose national status. Meanwhile, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that it is not the first time that less recognised parties are losing national status.

Jun 30, 2014