Politics

Russia's Lavrov comments on Ukraine violence, Syria talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov gave his annual press conference where he touched on Iran's invitation to the Syrian talks withdrawal and Ukraine's political crisis. Duration: 01:09

Jan 21, 2014

Frenchman freed on parole from Indonesian jail after 14 years

A French drug smuggler was freed on parole Monday after more than 14 years in an Indonesian prison, a rare early release of a foreigner that raises hopes for Australian inmate Schapelle Corby. Duration: 01:32

Jan 21, 2014

Scientists jubilant as Rosetta wakes up in space

The comet-chasing probe Rosetta has woken up and is operational after a 31-month hibernation. Scientists were jubilant at the mission control of the European Space Agency (ESA) on Monday evening, as the all-is-well signal came in. Duration: 00:35

Jan 21, 2014

Kejriwal ends dharna after LG's assurance to partially meet demands

New Delhi, Jan 21 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday called off his dharna against Delhi Police after the two SHOs of Malviya Nagar and Pahar Ganj proceeded on leave. Kejriwal said the LG of Delhi appealed to him to end his protest keeping in mind the high security that the city will have to be put on with Republic Day barely few days ahead.

Jan 21, 2014

BJP slams Arvind Kejriwal s protest

New Delhi, Jan 21 (ANI): The BJP on Tuesday slammed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for his protest over his demand for suspension of Delhi Police personnel, who have been accused by his administration of dereliction of duty, saying that they are causing inconvenience for the common people.

Jan 21, 2014

Scuffle breaks out between police and AAP workers in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 21 (ANI): A scuffle broke out between supporters of Aam Aadmi Party and the police in New Delhi on Tuesday where CM, Arvind Kejriwal, is holding a protest pressing his demand for the suspension of policemen who refused to raid an alleged sex and drugs racket. Joint Commissioner of Police, Mukesh Kumar Meena, said that AAP members are violating law and attempting to break through police barricades.

Jan 21, 2014

Pakistan Occupied Kashmir in grip of cold wave

Muzaffarabad, POK, January 21: Lives of Pakistan Occupied Kashmiris living in tents have been made miserable by plummeting temperatures caused by exceptionally chilly weather.

Jan 21, 2014

BJP protests against Aam Aadmi Party led New Delhi government

New Delhi, Jan 21 (ANI): The BJP on Tuesday protested against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) led New Delhi government for its ongoing dharna near Rail Bhavan. BJP leader, Vijay Goel accused the AAP as well as Congress for the controversy. BJP protesters were seen holding banners and shouting slogans against the Delhi government and its ministers.

Jan 21, 2014

Thai protest leader, a saviour or criminal?

As the de facto leader of the anti-government demonstrations across the Thai capital, Suthep Thaugsuban is adored by his fellow protesters but his critics say he is a threat to democracy. Duration: 02:22

Jan 21, 2014

Thousands brave cold to protest in Kiev

Thousands of Ukrainians brave temperatures of minus 10 degrees Celsius (14 degrees Fahrenheit) to take part in a standoff with police. Duration: 00:43

Jan 21, 2014

Delhi chief minister vows to escalate protest

New Delhi's chief minister vows to escalate his sit-in protest after sleeping overnight on a pavement despite warnings that he is risking the gains of his new anti-corruption party. Duration: 00:41

Jan 21, 2014

Blast hits Hezbollah heartland in Beirut

An explosion hit Hezbollah's southern Beirut bastion on Tuesday, the Lebanese Shiite movement's television channel Al-Manar said. The blast occurred on a busy commercial street that was targeted by a deadly bombing in early January. Duration: 00:41

Jan 21, 2014

UN chief boots Iran out of Syria peace talks

The UN throws Iran out of this week's Syria peace conference after Tehran refused to back calls for a transitional government to end the country's war. Duration: 00:47

Jan 21, 2014

Syria talks set to commence in Switzerland

Long-awaited peace talks on Syria's devastating civil war are set to go ahead this week. Preparations were under way in the Swiss city of Montreux for Wednesday's start of the so-called Geneva II talks. Duration: 03:17

Jan 21, 2014

Badalta Manzar (Jan 09, 2014): An independent news report on Jammu and Kashmir

The Kashmir Valley is considered a ‘Paradise on Earth’ and it is visited every year by lakhs of domestic and foreign tourists. A mystical historical cave in Kenur village of Budgam District has been neglected by the local administration. The government is implementing many schemes to promote education in the rural areas. But, a lot more still needs to be done.

Jan 21, 2014