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Calls for action against Tarun Tejpal intensify

Jaipur/ New Delhi, Nov 21 (ANI): The calls for action against Tehelka magazine editor Tarun Tejpal intensified on Thursday. Women activists have said that the magazine’s response in the case is inadequate and shocking and penance is no substitute for penalty. Social activists also said that Tejpal should stay away from Tehelka.

Nov 21, 2013

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Jacqueline Fernandez supports PETA Indias Ban Horse Carriages Campaign

Mumbai, Nov 21 (ANI): Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez along with the Members of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) met Mayor Sunil Prabhu and put forward a report on the ill treatment of horses forced to draw carriages. Peta has been working towards a complete ban on carriage horses and they requested the mayor to check on the numerous illegal horse stables in the city. PETA has even shared some shocking photos of these horses most of whom were injured, sick and severely malnourished. The Mayor has apparently assured the team he would look into the matter and take necessary steps.

Nov 21, 2013

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Chhattisgarh Polls: BJP Confident of Victory

Raipur, Nov 21 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh, who is expecting a hat trick by winning the Chhattisgarh assembly polls, said on Thursday that he was overwhelmed to see the turnout of voters during both the polling phases. He said that he is sure that his party will form the government again in the state.

Nov 21, 2013

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Arvind Kejriwal on Election Commissions notice

Kaushambi, Nov 21(ANI): Speaking over the Election Commission’s notice Aam Aadmi Party convernor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that he will give a suitable explanation to the EC as he respect the system. Talking to mediapersons, he asked why the BJP complained to the EC when the pamphlet referred to the Congress’s wrongdoings. The Election Commission has sought an explanation from Kejriwal for appealing to Muslims on religious lines.

Nov 21, 2013

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Arvind Kejriwal on Election Commission's notice

Kaushambi, Nov 21(ANI): Speaking over the Election Commission's notice Aam Aadmi Party convernor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that he will give a suitable explanation to the EC as he respect the system. Talking to mediapersons, he asked why the BJP complained to the EC when the pamphlet referred to the Congress's wrongdoings. The Election Commission has sought an explanation from Kejriwal for appealing to Muslims on religious lines.

Nov 21, 2013

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Bangalore ATM attack: Police yet to arrest the culprit

Bangalore, Nov 21 (ANI): The Bangalore Police is yet to arrest the attacker who brutally injured and robbed a woman inside an ATM booth in Bangalore. Meanwhile, the husband of the woman narrated the ordeal of the gruesome incident. The recent incident has yet again posed a question on safety of women in the country, as the residents of Bangalore urged the government to step up security and ensure at least one guard inside the ATM booths.

Nov 21, 2013

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India and Vietnam agree to strengthen bilateral trade and strategic relations

New Delhi, Nov 21 (ANI): General Secretary of Communist Party of Vietnam, Nguyen Phu Trong met Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh in New Delhi, as the two leaders agreed to enhance the bilateral trade and strategic relations between the Asian countries.

Nov 21, 2013

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Jagan Reddy meets Mamata Banerjee, seeks support for united Andhra

Kolkata, Nov 21 (ANI): YSR Congress chief, Jaganmohan Reddy met West Bengal chief minister, Mamata Banerjee seeking her support against bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh. Reddy is building a national consensus against a separate Telangana state and demanding amendment in the Constitution. Meanwhile, Banerjee has given her consent and said that she will support Reddy.

Nov 21, 2013

Cyclone Helen To Make Landfall; 4 Lakh People Evacuated in 4 Districts of Andhra Pradesh

As tropical cyclone 'Helen' is set to make landfall on Thursday in Andhra Pradesh, the Congress-led government is evacuating more than four lakh people from the eastern coast.

Nov 21, 2013

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Dutch alcoholics receive beer in return for cleaning streets

A Dutch charity is employing chronic alcoholics to clean the streets of Amsterdam for three days a week. In return, they receive ten euros, half a packet of tobacco and five cans of beer. Duration: 02:52

Nov 21, 2013

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US Senate panel advances Yellen Fed nomination

The Senate Banking Committee on Thursday approved Janet Yellen to chair the US Federal Reserve, setting up a likely confirmation by the full chamber next month. Duration: 00:31

Nov 21, 2013

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Louis Vuitton trunk descends on Moscow's Red Square

A giant Louis Vuitton trunk has been assembled in Moscow's Red Square ahead of the opening of an exhibition dedicated to the famous fashion brand. Duration: 00:25

Nov 21, 2013

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London police rescue three women held captive for 30 years

British police on Thursday rescued three women from a house in London where they are believed to have been held as slaves for at least 30 years. Duration: 0:46

Nov 21, 2013

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US drone strike kills senior Haqqani leader in Pakistan

A US drone strike in northwest Pakistan kills six people including a senior leader of the ruthless Haqqani network, officials say, in only the second such strike outside the country's lawless tribal districts. Duration: 00:45

Nov 21, 2013

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Activist rally in Paris on World Day Against Foie Gras

Activists protesting against Foie Gras, the French Christmas dish of choice, meet in Paris on World Day Against Foie Gras, calling on chefs to withdraw the delicacy, obtained by force-feeding geese and ducks, from their menus. Duration: 01:08

Nov 21, 2013

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