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Rescue operations underway to douse fire at New Delhi's Sadar Bazar

New Delhi, Jan 12 (ANI): Rescue operations are still underway to tame a massive fire that broke out on Saturday night at New Delhi's Sadar Bazar, a buzzing business hub for small as well as big traders across the country, gutting property and goods worth millions. Nearly 30 fire tenders were rushed to the spot after the fire in Delhi's Sadar Bazar's Matkewali Gali broke out.

Jan 12, 2014

Rahul focuses on youngsters, takes feedback to empower Congress

Bangalore, Jan 12 (ANI): Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi conducted a face-to-face interaction with youngsters in India's IT hub Bangalore, seeking feedback for his party's manifesto, as battle 2014 election heats up. Gandhi interacted with young students and entrepreneurs at the Palace Grounds in the heart of the city. Gandhi addressed around 100 students and Congress legislators to ensure that the youth were willing to participate in the election process itself as volunteers if not as contestants.

Jan 12, 2014

Omar Abdullah praises Aam Aadmi Party

Samba, Jan 12 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, praised Aam Aadmi Party for its anti-corruption agenda. Abdullah said that AAP was agent of change that had swept a wave of anti-graft movement across the country. He also urged people to invoke anti-corruption laws in the state.

Jan 12, 2014

The Warrior of Israel - Ariel Sharon [PHOTOS]

It was unbelievable when the news broke that the hard-charging Isreali general Ariel Sharon, who fought in three Middle Eastern wars, died in a vegetative state at the age of 85 in the Sheba Medical Center, near Tel Aviv.

Jan 12, 2014

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West Virginia Chemical Spill: Residents Cannot Use Water for Days

The 300,000 West Virginians, who are struggling with a chemical spill that contaminated their water system, will have to wait for several days before they will be able to resume using tap water for bathing or drinking.

Jan 12, 2014

Pakistan honours teenage bomb hero with bravery award

A Pakistani teenager who sacrificed his life to stop a suicide bomber, saving the lives of hundreds of students, has been honoured with the country's highest award for bravery. Duration: 00:35

Jan 12, 2014

Ex-Israel PM Ariel Sharon dies at age 85

Ex-Israeli premier Ariel Sharon has died, according to local media. Sharon had been in a coma since 2006 after suffering a massive stroke. Duration: 00:44

Jan 12, 2014

Weary Syrians flee new front in war without end

Gunshots ring out as two rebel groups clash in a small town in northern Syria, with the latest fighting sending hundreds of refugees fleeing just across the border to Turkey. Duration: 00:41

Jan 12, 2014

Winter Olympics shed new light on Russian gay community

The Winter Games may be Russia's big coming-out: as the spotlight falls on Sochi during in February, it will also cast a light on the shadows of Russia's treatment homosexuals including Sochi's very own gay community. Duration: 01:43

Jan 11, 2014

Thai capital braces for 'shutdown' by protesters

Thailand's political crisis is set to enter a tumultuous new phase on Monday with the planned "shutdown" of Bangkok by opposition protesters seeking to prevent upcoming elections. Duration: 01:11

Jan 11, 2014

S. Africa's ANC launches wish list to woo disgruntled voters

South Africa's President Jacob Zuma on Friday launches the ruling ANC party's election manifesto, hoping to help woo voters increasingly frustrated with persistent poverty, joblessness and corruption. Duration: 01:24

Jan 11, 2014

Water still cascades over nearly frozen Niagara Falls

Water still cascade over Niagara Falls, which was the subject of a social media debate as to whether the falls froze completely or not during the recent cold snap which affected some 240 million people in the US and southern Canada. Duration: 00:37

Jan 11, 2014

800 vehicles on show at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2014

Industry insiders and fans attend the Tokyo Auto Salon 2014 exhibition at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba. Almost 400 domestic and foreign companies participate in the three-day-long custom car exhibition with almost 800 vehicles on show. Duration: 00:33

Jan 11, 2014

Ramdev questions Kejriwal over alliance with Congress

Pune, Jan 11 (ANI): Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Saturday slammed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, saying that on one hand he advocates for corruption free politics and has taken Congress party’s support, on the other. Ramdev said that Congress is world’s most corrupt party. Ramdev added that if Kejriwal wants to ensure corruption-free nation, he should put former Delhi state chief Sheila Dikshit, behind bars. Meanwhile taking a dig at Congress Vice president Rahul Gandhi, Ramdev said he just has a famous surname.

Jan 11, 2014

Congress LJPs natural ally, Congress will decide third partner: Ram Vilas Paswan

New Delhi, Jan 11 (ANI): Lok Janshakti Party President Ram Vilas Paswan on Saturday said that Congress is the natural ally of the party and that there is no question on alliance with the same. Commenting on whether the party will form alliance with RJD or JD (U), Paswan said that the congress party will decide on the third partner.

Jan 11, 2014