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Congress should show outrage on Natarajan rather than on Narendra Modi: BJP

New Delhi/ Bhopal, Jan 14 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party slammed the ruling Congress party for showing outrage against Narendra Modi's remark and said that anger should have been instead directed against the red-tapism shown by the Ministry of Environment and Forests. BJP Spokesperson Nirmala Sitharaman asked Congress to divert its sense of outrage towards its former Minister of Environment and Forests Jayanthi Natarajan. According to reports, as many as 350 files were found to be held back, some even dating back to 2011, by Natarajan during her tenure, which delayed clearances for various developmental projects.

Jan 14, 2014

Freezing cold wave enveloping north India troubles homeless poor

Himachal Pradesh/ New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): Enduring cold wave enveloping north India with icy winds sweeping through most parts and mercury plummeting by several notches has brought more trouble for the homeless living on the streets. Biting cold wave forces people to stay indoors within the warmer confines of their houses. However, homeless living on streets of New Delhi say that harsh cold wave conditions have added to their troubles as the state government has not been able to provide alternatives to fight the chill.

Jan 14, 2014

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South Sudan's Malakal residents flee fighting

Government troops in South Sudan advanced Monday on Bor, the last state capital still in rebel hands, as peace talks appeared to make little progress. In the town of Malakal in Upper Nile state, most of the civilians have fled. Duration: 01:21

Jan 14, 2014

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Cambodia court frees Russian tycoon wanted over alleged scam

A Cambodian court frees a Russian tycoon wanted by Moscow over allegations he embezzled tens of millions of dollars in a real estate scam, and suspended extradition proceedings against him, his lawyer says. Duration: 00:32

Jan 14, 2014

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Thriving BMW unveils new models at Detroit auto show

German premium carmaker BMW unveiled updated versions of its sporty M3 and M4 models at the Detroit auto show. The automaker sold 1.96 millions vehicles in 2013, more than ever before. Duration: 00:54

Jan 14, 2014

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Belgian tobacconists expecting boost in French custom

On the Belgian side of the Franco-Belgian border, tobacconists are expecting a boost in French custom following a rise in the cost of cigarettes which came into force in France on Monday. Duration: 00:43

Jan 14, 2014

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Turkish president meets opposition amid judicial row

Turkey's president Abdullah Gul met Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday after holding talks with opposition leaders on the embattled premier's controversial bid to curb judges' powers. Duration: 00:52

Jan 14, 2014

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African Union troops try to disarm Bangui residents

African Union troops set about trying to collect weapons in the capital Bangui after months of violence and sectarian killings. Duration: 00:40

Jan 14, 2014

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Ford unveils aluminum-clad F-150 pickup at auto show

Ford took a big gamble Monday with its best-selling F-150 pickup truck, radically re-dressing the workhorse with lightweight aluminum body panels to cut weight and save fuel. Duration: 01:06

Jan 14, 2014

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US, Russia urge 'local ceasefires' before Syria talks

US Secretary of State John Kerry and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov call for "localised ceasefires" in Syria ahead of peace talks later this month in Switzerland. Duration: 01:04

Jan 14, 2014

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Mercedes kicks off Detroit Auto Show with C Class unveiling

Mercedes Benz makes one of the first big unveilings of the North American International Auto Show, with the world premiere of its new C Class sedan. Duration: 00:58

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No Palestinian tears for Sharon as they watch funeral

Palestinians in Gaza City on Monday watched the funeral for former Israeli premier Ariel Sharon in cafes and discussed his impact on Palestinian life. Duration: 00:37

Jan 13, 2014

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UN's Ban urges Iraq to suspend use of death penalty

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday urged Iraqi leaders to place a moratorium on the death penalty. The suggestion met a cool response from Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki. Duration: 00:29

Jan 13, 2014

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India's last polio case, now leading normal life in Kolkata

India will soon be certified as polio-free as it marks three years since its last reported case --an 18-month-old girl in a Kolkata slum. Duration: 00:28

Jan 13, 2014

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Egypt Brotherhood charities struggle amid crackdown

A crackdown by Egypt's authorities on the Muslim Brotherhood has left hundreds of Islamic charities struggling for funds, but the move could backfire during this week's referendum on a new constitution. Duration: 01:04

Jan 13, 2014

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