Politics

Pakistan forces violating human rights in Balochistan

Geneva, June 16: The people of Dera Bugti and Sui in Balochistan are facing the heat of the Pakistan Army's deadly operation. Over a dozen of people have been picked up by the Pakistani armed forces during a search operation in Sui, whereas bombardments have claimed many innocent lives in Dera Bugti's Geyanderi region. Baloch political parties allege that the armed forces are carrying out door to door searches without proper warning, and have tortured and beaten up women during the operation. However, Baloch nationalist leader and representative of Balochistan at the UNHRC Mehran Marri blamed Pakistan's Nawaz Sharif Government for not protecting the rights of the people of Balochistan. The discovery of mass graves in Balochistan in January this year exposed the "pick, kill and dump" policy of the Pakistani armed forces. The Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) estimates that over 100 dead bodies have been recovered from three mass graves, and have called it 'genocide' of the Baloch people.

Jun 16, 2014

Ram Vilas Paswan opposes LOP position to Congress, politicos react

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI): Union Minister of Food and Consumer Affairs Ram Vilas Paswan has opposed the claims of the Congress for the LOP position in the Lok Sabha, citing parliamentary guidelines and procedures. While the BJP said that the constitutional norms do not allow the Congress to claim for the LOP position, the Congress said that the central government may change laws according to the requirement. Other political parties gave mixed reactions on the issue.

Jun 16, 2014

LG Najeeb Jung assured to look into legality issue of e-rickshaws in Delhi: Kejriwal

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI): Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday met Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung over the legality issue of E-Rickshaws in the national capital and said that the LG has assured to look into the matter. Kejriwal said that this is the question of employment of lakhs of people and should be taken seriously. Further, he also said that he will approach Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari over the matter.

Jun 16, 2014

Akhilesh asks office-bearers to maintain clean image, politicos react

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has directed all office-bearers of the Samajwadi Party to maintain a clean conduct and image. Akhilesh has said it is the responsibility of party workers and office-bearers to ensure that eligible people get benefits of welfare schemes.

Jun 16, 2014

Nigerian schoolgirls still missing two months on

Two months after the kidnapping of more than 200 Nigerian schoolgirls, the teenagers appear no nearer being found and freed, despite international support and media attention. Duration: 02:24

Jun 16, 2014

Yashwant Sinha to be in Jail for 12 More Days, Expects Advani's Visit on Tuesday

Yashwant Sinha's jail stay has been extended by 12 days but will meet with party veteran LK Advani.

Jun 16, 2014

First Session of 5-day AP Legislature from 19 June

The first session of Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and Council will be held for five days from 19 to 24 June in the old Assembly Bhavan in Hyderabad. The Assemlby session will start at 11.43 am on Thursday, 19 June.

Jun 16, 2014

KCR to Expand Cabinet before 28 June, Says 489 Cases Registered Against Him During Telangana Movement

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) is set to expand his cabinet of ministers on 24 June. The Chief Minister is likely to induct at least six more members into his cabinet before the beginning of "Aashadam" month on 28 June.

Jun 16, 2014

Nitish Kumar's Overtures to Lalu for Rajya Sabha by-polls Draw Ire from BJP

Bent on ensuring the Bharatiya Janata Party's defeat in the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-election, Janata Dal (United) leader Nitish Kumar reached out to Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, asking him to support the two JD(U) nominees.

Jun 16, 2014

Officials finalize plan to supply power to Bangladesh

Agartala, June 16 (ANI): Asset Manager of ONGC Tripura VP Mahawar said that the country would be in a position to supply 100 megawatts of power to Bangladesh by the end of this year under its Palatana project, which is a hallmark of cooperation between both the nations. Northeast region shares 1,880-km-long border with Bangladesh, and has potential for developing cross-border trade. In response to India's request, Bangladesh government had allowed the transit of the dimensional cargos, consisting of heavy machinery and turbines for the project through the waterway of that nation into landlocked Tripura and without which it would have also been impossible to inaugurate the power plant.

Jun 16, 2014

Uttarakhand floods: BJP accuses Congress of not doing rehab work

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party, on Monday, sought the dismissal of Congress in Uttarakhand while accusing it of failure in carrying out its duties of handing over bodies to the next of kin and not undertaking rehabilitation works even after a year of the flashfloods.

Jun 16, 2014

Brazilians protest against high cost of 2014 FIFA World Cup

Brazil, June 16 (ANI): Demonstrators gathered in the Brazilian capital of Brasilia to rally against the high costs of the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Hundreds of protestors convened at a bus terminal in the downtown area of the city before heading out to the Mane Garrincha National Stadium, shouting slogans condemning the tournament. The protesters said they were angry about more than 11.5 billion US dollars spent on the World Cup when Brazil is facing glaring inequality and pressing needs in education, healthcare, housing and transport. Meanwhile, police in Rio de Janeiro near Maracana stadium used tear gas on protesters after they threw explosive devices.

Jun 16, 2014

Modi's 'Nepal' Gaffe in Bhutanese Parliament Causes Uproar on Twitter

Narendra Modi's address in the Bhutanese Parliament has raked up quite an uproar on Twitter.

Jun 16, 2014

French fans at Sao Paulo fan fest rejoice 3-0 victory over Honduras

Sao Paulo, June 16 (ANI): Soccer fans at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Sao Paulo witnessed a strong opening performance on the part of France as the European nation defeated Honduras in their first match of the 2014 World Cup. A moment of madness in the first half and a landmark goal line technology ruling in the second helped France to a 3-0 victory over Honduras in their Group E clash. Benzema made it three with a piledriver in the 72nd minute to complete the win that put France top of their group on goal difference ahead of top seeds Switzerland. A group of French fans and interns working in Sao Paulo were ecstatic to see their country's team return to form.

Jun 16, 2014

Congress protest goes on without break over power and water crisis in Delhi

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI): Continuing its agitation against the power and water crisis facing the national capital, the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee protested and blocked national highways in Delhi on Monday. The protesters shouted slogans and also burned effigies demanding relief to the people. Delhi has been facing long power outages for the past 15 days after the transmission network were severely damaged during a powerful storm on May 30. The protesters held Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal responsible for the current crisis.

Jun 16, 2014