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Joy in Monaco over arrival of royal twins

Residents of the tiny principality of Monaco on Thursday flocked to the royal palace to congratulate Prince Albert II and his wife Charlene on the birth of crown prince Jacques and his twin sister Gabriella. Duration: 01:01

Dec 11, 2014

Hong Kong police haul away protesters from rally site

Hong Kong police dismantle the city's main pro-democracy site, clearing away tents and barricades after more than two months of rallies, and hauling off a hard core of protesters who nevertheless vow that their struggle lives on. Duration: 02:12

Dec 11, 2014

Taliban suicide blast kills six Afghan soldiers in Kabul

A suicide bomber kills at least six Afghan soldiers in the suburbs of Kabul, the latest in a spate of Taliban attacks in the capital. Duration: 00:38

Dec 11, 2014

Metro trains pass through a residential area during its first official safety trial run in Mumbai (Reuters, file)

Mumbai to get World's 3rd Largest Metro Rail Network

Mumbai will get metro rail connectivity, which will be next only to Shanghai and Beijing.

Dec 11, 2014

Lack of war crime probe in Central African Republic: Amnesty

Amnesty International publishes a report into failures by authorities in Central African Republic to investigate war crimes. Duration: 01:15

Dec 11, 2014

Russia's Putin visits India to boost energy, trade ties

Russia's President Vladimir Putin holds talks with Indian prime minister Narendra Modi as sanctions-hit Moscow seeks to strengthen energy, defence and strategic ties in Asia. Duration: 00:37

Dec 11, 2014

People gather for the funeral of Palestinian official

The Palestinians on Thursday accused Israel of "killing" a senior official who died a day earlier in a confrontation with troops during a protest march in the West Bank. Duration: 00:33

Dec 11, 2014

Thousands rally for climate outside Lima talks

Thousands of people march in central Lima against the abuse of the Earth's resources, urging ministers haggling over a world climate deal to ensure a global switch to 100-percent clean energy by 2050. Duration: 00:35

Dec 11, 2014

PM Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin inaugurate "World Diamond Conference"

New Delhi, Dec 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin inaugurated the "World Diamond Conference" at Vigyan Bhawan on Thursday. PM Modi while addressing the conference said that he is pleased with Vladimir Putin's presence at the conference. He added that India is a natural venue for this conference and it is believed the diamond is India's gift to the world. He further stated that in India, diamond is a great source of employment for the people.

Dec 11, 2014

PM Modi and I placed emphasis on trade and economic issues: President Putin Part -2

New Delhi, Dec 11 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday stated that the bilateral talks between both the countries were fruitful and he was satisfied with the outcome. He also stated that India & Russia encourage use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.

Dec 11, 2014

Three-day International Aviation Conclave kicks off in New Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 11 (ANI): The three-day International Aviation Conclave focussing on promotion of aviation, global cooperation, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and other policies began in New Delhi on Thursday (December 11). The conference-cum-exhibition is being organised by aviation firm Beta Aviation, under the support of the Indian Civil Aviation Ministry, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the US-India Importers Council. The theme revolves around "Empowering Aviation: Encouraging Stability Towards Sustainability" and aims to showcase the growth potential for aviation in the Indian economy. Civil Aviation Minister, Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, told delegates and participants that he hoped to learn from their presentations and exhibits.

Dec 11, 2014