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Vasundhara Raje expands cabinet with induction of new ministers

Jaipur, Dec 21 (ANI): The Rajasthan government headed by Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje Scindia, expanded its cabinet with the induction of 12 new ministers. The swearing-in ceremony took place in Rajasthan’s capital city of Jaipur where the Governor of Rajasthan, Margaret Alva, was also present.

Dec 21, 2013

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CPI targets Maharashtra govt over Adarsh Commission report

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Reacting over the Maharashtra cabinet rejecting the report of a judicial commission on the Adarsh housing scam, senior CPI leader Gurudas Dasgupta said that it is unfortunate and the enquiry report based on objective facts cannot be rejected. He also said that there is an element of arbitrariness and there is an effort to suppress the facts.

Dec 21, 2013

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Here Comes the 'Snow': White Christmas to take US by Storm

Worst weather is expected to hit the United States and Southern Canada, days prior to Christmas affecting the travel plans of hundreds of travelers taking the road or the sky.

Dec 21, 2013

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Hyderabad police books Salman, Bigg Boss producers for hurting Muslim sentiments

Hyderabad, Dec 21 (ANI): The Andhra Pradesh police filed a complaint against controversial reality show 'Bigg Boss 7' and its host, Bollywood megastar Salman Khan for hurting religious sentiments of Muslims.Mohammed Fasihuddin, a Muslim, lodged a First Information Report (FIR) in Hyderabad after watching the show, which has already been in a number of controversies since its commencement on September 15. In his complaint, he said the show had created 'hell' and 'heaven' inside the house, which is a very pious concept in their religion. The police might send summons to Bollywood actor Salman Khan to appear before the investigating officer, who is looking into the matter.

Dec 21, 2013

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Indias Foreign Secretary tells US to treat their envoys on par with American diplomats

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Following the arrest and strip search of Indian diplomat Devyani Khobragade in America last week, India’s Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh said that the US should treat Indian diplomats the way they take care of diplomats from America and other countries. Addressing the mediapersons at the 86th Annual Conference of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in New Delhi, Sujatha Singh blamed media for spinning the matter. India retaliated strongly to the U.S on December 19, urging it to withdraw a visa fraud case, suggesting United States Secretary of State, John Kerry's expression of regret over the treatment meted with her while in custody was not enough. Speaking at the conference, Singh defended India and its decisions.

Dec 21, 2013

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Obama shrugs off suggestions of worst year in office

In his final news conference of the year on Friday, US President Barack Obama shrugged off suggestions that 2013 has been his worst year in office despite political and fiscal challenges that saw his approval ratings plummet. Duration: 00:56

Dec 21, 2013

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African forces kill three ex-Seleka rebels in Bangui

Soldiers from the African-led International Support Mission in Central African Republic in Bagui, Central African Republic, killed three ex-Seleka rebels Friday. Duration: 00:54

Dec 21, 2013

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Spain adopts tighter abortion law as pro-life activist rally

Spain's government agreed Friday to ban women from opting freely for abortions, outraging pro-choice campaigners who say the move will take the country back to the 1980s. Duration: 00:31

Dec 21, 2013

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US, EU wrap up third round of free-trade talks

The United States and the European Union on Friday ended a third round of talks to create the world's largest free-trade area to boost growth and jobs in their huge economies. Duration: 01:02

Dec 21, 2013

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Lesbian penguin couple finds happiness at Israeli zoo

Zoo employees in Israel have discovered that a couple of African penguins in love are actually two females building a nest together. Duration: 00:47

Dec 21, 2013

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Francis described as the 'pope of the poor' in new book

As Pope Francis celebrates his 77th birthday, he has turned around the way the Catholic Church is seen, says the author of a book about the Argentinian pontiff. Duration: 01:02

Dec 21, 2013

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Madagascar seeks end to crisis in vote for new president

Madagascans vote for a new president and parliament in elections aimed at pulling the island out of the political and economic doldrums and restoring democracy.

Dec 20, 2013

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2013, the year Pope Francis overhauled Catholic image

Pope Francis has turned around the way the Catholic Church is seen but his promise of Vatican reform awaits next year and key problems remain. Duration: 02:30

Dec 20, 2013

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Tensions in Tangiers after migrants die in police raids

In Boukhalef, cramped apartment blocks house hundreds of sub-Saharan migrants dreaming of reaching Europe, but tragedy has transformed the poor Tangiers suburb into a flashpoint for racial tensions in Morocco.

Dec 20, 2013

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WFP distributes to thousands of displaced C.Africans

Conflict in the Central African Republic has driven hundreds of thousands of people from their homes, increasing humanitarian needs. The WFP is providing food to displaced people in the capital Bangui and at other locations. Duration: 00:36

Dec 20, 2013

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