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Arvind Kejriwal Suspends 3, Transfers 800 Delhi Jal Board Officials Overnight

Under the direct orders of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, at least 800 officials of Delhi Jal Board were transferred late night on Monday to ameliorate the service delivery mechanism, while three others were suspended on charges of corruption.

Jan 7, 2014

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Sudan's Bashir calls for peace on visit to South Sudan

Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir arrived Monday in Juba calling for an end to three weeks of fighting in South Sudan as mediators struggled to get peace negotiations under way in neighbouring Ethiopia. Duration: 00:40

Jan 7, 2014

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Senegal seizes Russian ship for illegally fishing its waters

Senegal plans to slap a fine of about 600,000 euros on a Russian ship for repeatedly fishing illegally in its waters, its fisheries minister said Sunday. Duration: 01:00

Jan 7, 2014

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Portugal pays final homage to football legend Eusebio

Tens of thousands of people turned out in the rain on Monday to say a final farewell to Portuguese football legend Eusebio, who grew up in grinding African poverty to become one of the world's greatest players. Duration: 00:53

Jan 7, 2014

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Turkey's private schools under-fire from the government

The Turkish government is looking to axe private tuition schools but for students looking to get ahead and for teachers trying to help them, the decision is difficult to accept. Duration: 01:00

Jan 7, 2014

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Hong Kong students raise awareness of ageing population

Students in Hong Kong have devised a system to highlight the problem pensioners face as the city comes to terms with the fact that its population is getting older and older. Duration: 02:03

Jan 7, 2014

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New Nigerian police unit assume duties in Somalia

A new Nigerian Formed Police Unit serving under the African Union in Somalia assumed duties on Monday as the previous group of 70 men and women completed their tour of duty. Duration: 00:59

Jan 7, 2014

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CES stage in Vegas set for new wave of gadgets

The Consumer Electronics Show officially opens its doors this week. At a preview event on Sunday, members of the media got a look at some of the many innovative products that will be on display. Duration: 01:08

Jan 7, 2014

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African asylum seekers rally in Israel, seek world help

Thousands of African asylum seekers demonstrated outside Western embassies in Tel Aviv on Monday in a second day of mass protests against Israel's immigration policies. Duration: 00:57

Jan 7, 2014

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Children fall victim to C. Africa violence

As violence in the Central African Republic continues to escalate, some 21,000 people are taking refuge in the Don Bosco camp, where UNICEF workers have the challenging task of providing comfort to traumatised children and young people.

Jan 7, 2014

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Horses receive traditional blessing in Romanian village

In a tradition dating back centuries, horses in Romania receive blessings from orthodox church leaders, underlining the importance of the animals in Romanian culture. Duration: 01:08

Jan 7, 2014

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Sub-zero Arctic blast strikes northeastern United States

The northeastern United States endured a bitter Arctic blast caused by a "polar vortex" on Monday. Duration: 00:29

Jan 6, 2014

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Sharon: Israel's controversial and powerful 'Bulldozer'

Israel's former premier Ariel Sharon was an arch-hawk turned statesman who pioneered plans to redraw the nation's borders and revolutionised its political landscape. Duration: 01:59

Jan 6, 2014

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Bangladesh PM defiant after disputed election victory

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina insisted Monday her walkover win in an election boycotted by the opposition was legitimate and blamed her rivals for the unprecedented bloodshed on polling day. Duration: 01:10

Jan 6, 2014

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Lawyers file ICC complaint against Egypt's rulers

Lawyers for the the political wing of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood have submitted a complaint to the ICC asking it to investigate alleged crimes against humanity in the country, they said Monday. Duration: 01:18

Jan 6, 2014

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