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DRDO Chief Avinash Chander Expresses Shock over Sacking

DRDO Director General Avinash Chander has been removed from his post 15 months before his contract was to end.

Jan 14, 2015

Jet Promoter Naresh Goyal Pledges Entire Stake to PNB

The announcement also did not disclose any financial details behind the move.

Jan 14, 2015

ISIS prpaganda video shows a child soldier shooting dead two Russian Spies

ISIS Child Execution Video: Chilling Footage of Boy Killing Russian Spies Fake or Real?

The latest propaganda video released by ISIS shows a child soldier, around 10 years old, executing two 'Russian spies'.

Jan 14, 2015

Charlie Hebdo Survivors' Edition Released, Features Slain Cartoonists' Work

The edition comprises satirical cartoons on several religions.

Jan 14, 2015

Colourful birds thrill spectators at fair in Siliguri

Siliguri, Jan 14 (ANI): A bird fair organised to mark 152nd birth anniversary of philosopher-monk Swami Vivekananda attracts bird lovers in large numbers in West Bengal. The seven-day-long fair began on Monday with an aim to spread the message of freedom. Scores of bird lovers, both children and elderly alike, were thrilled to watch distinct species of birds at the fair being held in Siliguri city. While excited children tried to touch ostriches, many others clicked photographs with various species of parrots. A spectator Arabindo Das said that such fairs are very educative for children. The fair is being organised by Siliguri Shailendra Smriti Pathagar-O-Club. More than 35 species of birds from various countries are on display at the fair including Australian pigeons, Macaw, emu and ostrich.

Jan 14, 2015

Eleven Ukraine civilians killed when rocket hits bus

Eleven Ukrainian civilians are killed and nearly 20 injured when a long-range Grad rocket apparently fired by pro-Russian insurgents hit an intercity bus in the separatist east. *ATTENTION: IMAGES OF DEAD BODIES* Duration: 00:47

Jan 14, 2015

Colleague of killed worker recounts Charlie Hebdo attack

The colleague of a maintenance worker shot dead during last week's attack on Charlie Hebdo gives his account of events. Duration: 00:53

Jan 14, 2015

Pope urges Sri Lanka religious leaders to work together

Pope Francis calls on Sri Lanka's religious leaders to work together for post-war reconciliation on the island, where bitter ethnic and religious divisions persist. Duration: 01:05

Jan 14, 2015

Thousands join rally against Islamophobia in Germany

Thousands of people joined German political and religious leaders Tuesday at a Muslim community rally against Islamophobia. Duration: 00:28

Jan 14, 2015

Supercars in limelight, but green models also strong at Detroit

Powerful sports cars have been a theme of this year's Detroit Auto Show, but industry optimism brought about by an improving US economy is benefiting all kinds of models. Duration: 02:28

Jan 14, 2015

Obama renews push for cybersecurity law

Speaking at a White House meeting with congressional leaders, US President Barack Obama makes a renewed push for cybersecurity legislation. Duration: 00:47

Jan 14, 2015

Pakistani protesters celebrate Charlie Hebdo attackers

Dozens of people in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar pay tribute to the brothers who carried out the Charlie Hebdo murders. Duration: 00:40

Jan 14, 2015

Immigration debate to heat up as Obama's amnesty takes effect

Application process for Obama's action on immigration will open up in coming months, shielding up to five million undocumented migrants from deportation, but House Republicans are setting the stage for another fight over immigration. Duration: 02:31

Jan 14, 2015

Muslim mayor of Rotterdam tells extremists to "get lost"

The Muslim mayor of Rotterdam Ahmed Aboutaleb told radicals and extremists "who cannot handle free speech" to "get lost" and leave. Duration: 00:29

Jan 14, 2015

Indonesian divers retrieve AirAsia cockpit voice recorder

Indonesian divers retrieve the cockpit voice recorder from the wreckage of an AirAsia plane that crashed into the Java Sea as the airline's boss vows to overcome the "toughest times" he has known. Duration: 00:56

Jan 14, 2015