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Watch Fireworks Factory Explosion in Colombia that Knocked Down Cameraman [VIDEO]

The massive smoke cloud is seen interspersed with streaks of fireworks.

Jan 6, 2015

Aamir's 'PK' Controversies: Censor Board Member says 'He Objected to some Scenes but was Ignored'

On Monday, a member of censor board said that he had objected to some scenes of Aamir's "PK" before its release but was ignored.

Jan 6, 2015

Jammu and Kashmir: Pak Continues to Fire; Over 10,000 Villagers Abandon Homes

A number of BSF posts were targeted as Pakistani troops resorted to heavy overnight shelling in various sectors of the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jan 6, 2015

NYPD has been facing severe public scrutiny.

BREAKING: Two NYPD Officers Shot at in Bronx

The shooting occurred on Monday night.

Jan 6, 2015

John Kerry and Sushma Swaraj meet in New Delhi

No Certificate for Pakistan on Counter-Terrorism Action, US Clarifies after India Fumes

The news of a certificate to Pakistan had angered India.

Jan 6, 2015

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Brick industry prospering as workers from different faiths work together

Midnapur, Jan 06 (ANI): Midnapur, located in India's eastern state of West Bengal is known for many small and big business development. One of them being the brick industry... Owned by a Muslim, the industry employs large number of labours belonging to different communities, who work together, presenting the ethos of harmony and brotherhood. The brick industry, as a means of livelihood, for both Hindus and Muslims has helped them to live together in an atmosphere of peace and harmony. Without any religious intolerance, both the communities are working hard to expand their business to earn a better living.

Jan 6, 2015

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Religious barriers fade as Hindus lend hand in making Tazia for Muslim brothers

Gorakhpur, Jan 06 (ANI): India is known for its diversity that is marked by harmonious relations between people of different communities. And examples of this ethos can be found throughout the country. One such example comes from Gorakhpur, where a Hindu, Puran Kumar makes Tazias for Muslims, who use it during processions of Islamic festivities. The Tazia maker believes that through his work he is able send out a message of brotherhood and harmony between different communities. The joint participation of people in important events of different communities is an example of interfaith harmony that exists in the country. A Tazia is a replica of the tomb of Imam Hussain that is carried in processions during Muharram.

Jan 6, 2015

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Jury selection begins in Boston Marathon bombing trial

Jury selection begins in the trial of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, accused in the 2013 bombings that killed three people and wounded 264 at the end of the Boston Marathon.

Jan 6, 2015

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Syrian refugees rescued at sea recount ordeal

Relief centres in Milan have been providing refuge to a growing number of Syrian refugees who were rescued from the Blue Sky M ship which was stranded near the Greek island of Corfu.

Jan 6, 2015

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Greeks react about possibly leaving eurozone after elections

Fears that Greece could end up leaving the eurozone after elections later this month rattled European markets on Monday, with stock prices hammered.

Jan 6, 2015

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Tunisians react to the nomination of a new PM

Ex-interior minister Habib Essid, who held a number of posts under Tunisia's ousted regime, has been tasked with forming a government as prime minister designate, he announced Monday.

Jan 6, 2015

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Gambian dissident arrested in Senegal may be sent to France

A Gambian dissident was arrested Saturday by Senegalese police in Dakar. He has been accused of being a threat to the "public order" of Senegal and risks being extradited to France.

Jan 6, 2015

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Notorious Greek fugitive to be remanded in custody

The lawyer of notorious Greek fugitive Christodoulos Xiros who was recaptured on Saturday after absconding while serving a life sentence said Monday that he will remain in custody.

Jan 6, 2015

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