Politics

Narendra Modi does not need certificate from WikiLeaks: BJP

New Delhi, Mar 17 (ANI): After WikiLeaks clarified that the US diplomatic cables released by it in 2011 never described Modi as "incorruptible" or "the lone honest Indian politician", BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Monday said that Narendra Modi did not need a certificate from Julian Assange or Wikileaks for winning the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Mar 17, 2014

Kejriwal hits out at Congress over corruption

Bangalore, Mar 17 (ANI): AAP Chief, Arvind Kejriwal, attacked ruling Congress during a public rally in Bangalore. The former Delhi CM took a dig at Congress, saying that corruption grew during its regime. Kejriwal said people in the entire country were fed up of political parties as leaders indulged in corrupt practices.

Mar 17, 2014

Pawan Kumar Bansal hits out at detractor for questioning his nomination

Chandigarh, Mar 17 (ANI): Congress leader Pawan Kumar Bansal, attacked his detractors for questioning his re-nomination from Chandigarh over a scam and claims that he has been a victim of conspiracy and suffered despite being innocent.

Mar 17, 2014

Ramdev's clarification on Modi is in hurry for top job remark

Nagpur, March 17 (ANI): Yoga guru Baba Ramdev, on Monday clarified that he never said that BJP's Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi is in hurry for the PM post. Talking to mediapersons in Nagpur, he said that he keeps record of everything he says to media and such news is created to tarnish the image of Modi.

Mar 17, 2014

AAP supporters cheer as Kejriwal hints at contesting against Modi

New Delhi/ Varanasi/ Bangalore, Mar 17 (ANI): Supporters of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) celebrated as party chief Arvind Kejriwal hinted at a possibility of contesting elections against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi from Varanasi. While addressing a rally in Bangalore, Kejriwal said he will visit Varanasi on March 23 to know the wishes of the people and then take a decision.

Mar 17, 2014

Crimea votes to join Russia

Crimeans voted overwhelmingly Sunday to join former political master Russia as tensions soared in the east of the splintered ex-Soviet nation, the epicentre of the worst East-West crisis since the Cold War. Duration: 02:47

Mar 17, 2014

Paris partial car ban is too little, too late, campaigner

Paris launches alternate driving days for the first time in nearly 20 years to tackle pollution amid controversy on whether the ban is warranted or will yield results. But campaigners slam the measures as too little too late. Duration: 00:55

Mar 17, 2014

Pro-Russian Crimeans toast future with Moscow after vote

Flags, chanting, music plus plenty of alcohol fill the streets of Crimea's main city Sevastopol after voters back joining Russia and breaking away from Ukraine in a disputed referendum. Duration: 00:57

Mar 17, 2014

BJP wishes happy holi to the people of nation

New Delhi, March 17 (ANI): The BJP on Monday greeted nation on the occasion of Holi. Party President Rajnath Singh and leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi extended their greetings to people of the country on the occasion. Meanwhile, people from all walks of life - irrespective of caste, colour or creed are celebrating the colourful festival.

Mar 17, 2014

International inspections reveal safety gaps in Bangladesh garment factories

New Delhi, March 17 (ANI): Almost a year after the fatal garment factory collapse at Rana Plaza in Dhaka, where more than 1,100 died, a new survey after international inspections has discovered that the majority of factories in the country still need to considerably improve conditions for workers. The garment industry has been a huge factor in the economic growth of Bangladesh and for its fast developing economy. However, the Rana Plaza tragedy 2013 and the Tazreen factory fire in 2012 brought the working and safety conditions of the industry into spotlight. As a result, stunned European makers got together and signed an accord. It said that retailers who signed up are committed to the goal of a safe and sustainable Bangladeshi Readymade Garment industry. However, inspections of 10 garment factories revealed little changes. Clogged ceilings, exposed wires, few fire alarms, jammed emergency exits and even an unauthorized helicopter pad were some of the discoveries for the survey team. Managing Director of a leading garments manufacturing company, Mohammadi Group, Rubana Huq, said that safety experts had began initial inspections in the garment factories in Bangladesh and that a helpful action plan needed to be followed genuinely.

Mar 17, 2014

Shillong becomes a favoured tourist destination in the North-East

Shillong, Mar 17 (ANI): If you believe there’s no nightlife in the northeast! Think again! Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, comes alive in the late evening with the opening of roadside eateries, discos, theaters and shopping malls. It is a happening tourist hotspot. With the increase of tourists in the city, new hotels and business establishments have set up shops. There are seventeen recognized tourist spots in the city and the state government is planning to open a few more. Meghalaya is a state of great scenic and natural beauty. Undulating rivers, waterfalls, sparkling mountain ranges and streams all add up to the charm of the place.

Mar 17, 2014

Centre forms committee to look into Bodoland demand

Bodoland, Mar 17 (ANI): Former home secretary G K Pillai has been appointed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to study and examine the demand for a separate state of Bodoland. GK Pillai will soon visit Kokrajhar to consult all sections of the society on the viability of Bodoland. The committee will submit its report to the Ministry within 9 months. A 12 member Bodo delegation, comprising representatives from the ABSU, People’s Joint Action Committee for Bodoland Movement, United Democratic People’s Front and the Bodoland People’s Progressive front, was in New Delhi recently. They held meetings with senior government officials to pitch their demand for a separate state.

Mar 17, 2014