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Obama Goes on 3-Nation Tour, Announces $1 Billion Fund to Up US Military's Presence in Europe

US President Barack Obama on Tuesday, 3 June, announced a $1 billion fund to boost America's military presence in European countries, which are under tension over Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine. Obama said this in Warsaw of Poland.

Jun 4, 2014

An anti-government protester runs trough the rubble after violence erupted in Ukraine protests

Ukraine Crisis Escalates: Indian Embassy Starts Emergency Evacuation of over 1,000 Students

With violence breaking out in several parts of Ukraine, India has started getting its nationals out of the conflict-ridden country.

Jun 4, 2014

Modi looks at the casket of Munde, next to Munde's daughter, at BJP headquarters in New Delhi

Gopinath Munde's Funeral with State Honours to be Held Today, Parliament Schedule Changed

The funeral of the union minister Gopinath Munde is expected to take after 2.30 p.m. on Wednesday.

Jun 4, 2014

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Sisi supporters celebrate presidential victory in Cairo

Ex-army chief Abdel Fattah al-Sisi was on Tuesday declared Egypt's president-elect, winning 96.9 percent of votes in a poll boycotted by the main opposition almost a year after he toppled the elected leader. Duration: 01:33

Jun 4, 2014

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Obama defends deal with Taliban to free US soldier

President Barack Obama on Tuesday defended a prisoner swap with the Taliban to free an American soldier, saying his "sacred" trust as commander-in-chief outweighed claims he broke the law and set a dangerous precedent. Duration: 00:43

Jun 4, 2014

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Brazilian indigenous chief takes his message to the world

Brazilian indigenous chief Raoni condemned the destruction of the Amazon, which he said goes on even during the World Cup. Duration: 01:01

Jun 4, 2014

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Volunteers with Ukraine's 'Pravy Sektor' head east to fight

Volunteers with Ukraine's controversial Pravy Sektor group prepare to head east to fight pro-Russian separatists after undergoing military training. Duration: 01:01

Jun 4, 2014

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Iran marks 25th anniversary of the passing of Khomeini

On Wednesday Iranians observe the twenty-fifth anniversary of the passing of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Khomeini was the leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution in 1979 and is remembered as one of the nation's most defining figures. Duration: 00:42

Jun 4, 2014

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Hunger Games salute becomes symbol of Thai resistance

Opponents of Thailand's military coup are risking arrest by flashing the three-finger salute from the "Hunger Games" movies to defy a junta that has banned all public protests. Duration: 01:22

Jun 4, 2014

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Ukraine: Protesters fight calls to remove barricades from Maidan

Is it time to take down the barricades in Maidan? Calls for Kiev's iconic Independence square to return to normal are getting louder, but some hard-liners show no sign of giving up this symbol of defiance. Duration: 01:59

Jun 3, 2014

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Malawi's new president inaugurated after disputed elections

Peter Mutharika was inaugurated as Malawi's new president Monday after ousting his arch-rival Joyce Banda in disputed polls. Duration: 00:59

Jun 3, 2014

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New Palestinian unity government "committed" to agreements

The new Palestinian unity government met for the first time on Tuesday after a landmark reconciliation deal with the Islamist movement Hamas that Israel plans to boycott but Washington said it will work with. Duration: 00:37

Jun 3, 2014

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Abdullah Abdullah rallies supporters for Afghan vote

Afghan presidential candidate Abdullah Abdullah holds a campaign rally as he prepares to face off against Ashraf Ghani in the run-off of the elections on June 14. Duration: 00:32

Jun 3, 2014

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Traditional indigenous musical instrument Pena being revived in Manipur

Manipur, June 3 (ANI): The Pena or Tingteila is a bowed lute. It is the oldest instrument known to the Meiteis. It is used in folk music as well as an accompaniment to Manipuri dances. At one time, this instrument was played in royal courts and was considered part of the "high culture" of the region.

Jun 3, 2014

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Jayalalithaa meets PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi

New Delhi, June 3 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital. Jayalalithaa said that she discussed with Modi the problems Tamil Nadu was facing, to which Modi said that he would do the needful. She was, however, non-committal when asked if her party would support Modi's government in Parliament.

Jun 3, 2014

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