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Ukraine surveillance footage 'shows Russian troops digging in'

Ukraine's Border Guard Service has published a video it says was filmed from one of its surveillance planes showing Russian troops digging in outside the town of Armyansk in Crimea. Duration: 00:42

Mar 11, 2014

Exiled Tibetan activists shout anti-China slogans in India

The Tibetan government-in-exile brands Beijing's 'hardline policy' towards the troubled region a failure. Activists shouted anti-China slogans during a protest marking the 55th anniversary of the Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule. Duration: 00:31

Mar 11, 2014

Serbian former industrial symbol now just a war relic

The devastated Viskoza factory in western Serbia was once a proud symbol of Serbian industry. Today, its deserted complex resembles a post-apocalyptic movie set. Duration: 01:12

Mar 11, 2014

Missing Chinese passengers' families scramble for passport, visa

Families of missing Chinese passengers scramble to get their passports and visas for Malaysia approved while waiting for news of the lost airliner Duration: 00:53

Mar 11, 2014

Pope Francis to Visit South Korea; The Holy See to Attend 6th Asian Youth Day and Canonisation Ceremony for 124 Martyrs

In what could be seen as a move to promote the message of love and peace in the war-divided peninsula, Pope Francis is set to visit South Korea in August this year. He will visit the Republic of Korea between 14 to 18 August and attend a gathering of Catholic youths from over 15 countries and preside over a canonisation ceremony for 124 Korean martyrs.

Mar 10, 2014

Folk Fest of Kerala binds cultures, faiths

Kerala, March 10 (ANI): The state of Kerala, located in southern India, is not just a tourist hotspot but it is also the forerunner among Indian states in education, living standards, and harmonious coexistence. There is mutual affection and co-operation among different communities and people celebrate all festivals jointly with enthusiasm. Recently, the first International Folk Fest of Kerala was organised by the Cultural Department and the Kerala Folklore Academy with an aim to popularize the age-old traditional dance art forms of India and neighboring countries. The stage was set for various participants from different walks of life to showcase their breath taking performances. Workshop on various folk arts were also planned and held in between the fest.

Mar 10, 2014

People across faith converge at Shiv Khori Mela

Kashmir, March 10 (ANI): The socio-cultural ethos of Kashmir is steeped in a tradition of religious tolerance and this is reflected at the annual Shiv Khori Mela held in Reasi district of Jammu. A three-day fair is organized annually in the temple of Mahadev or Lord Shiva. It attracts people of different faiths in large numbers from far and near. Every year the fair is organised by the State Tourism Department, Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SKSB) and the Reasi district administration. Hindus and Muslims come here to pay their respect to lord Shiva and seek his blessings. The entire area has a festive look as devotees gather at the temple in huge numbers to seek blessings lord Shiva

Mar 10, 2014

Colombia voters give lukewarm support for peace process

Columbian voters showed lukewarm support for peace talks with guerrillas Sunday by giving the country's president a majority in Congress, but also electing his conservative rival, ex-president Alvaro Uribe, to the senate. Duration: 00:38

Mar 10, 2014

Britain, Germany seek more tech collaboration

David Cameron and Angela Merkel attend the opening of Germany's Information technology fair (CeBIT) in Hanover. Duration: 01:04

Mar 10, 2014

Left, right both claim win in Salvadoran presidential runoff

The parties of both candidates in El Salvador's surprisingly tight presidential runoff clash claimed victory late Sunday. Electoral authorites reported a tiny lead for leftist candidate Salvador Sanchez Ceren over the conservatives. Duration: 00:57

Mar 10, 2014

Malaysia pursues search for missing plane

Malaysia's head of civil aviation, Azharuddin Abdul Rahman, says all theories are being considered with regards to the plane’s disappearance. Duration: 01:02

Mar 10, 2014

Crimean Tatars wary of Russia referendum

Crimea's Tatar population fear discrimination as the region heads towards a referendum that could see it cede to Russia. Duration: 02:14

Mar 10, 2014

Encounter in J&K kills two LeT militants

Handwara, March 10 (ANI): Two Lashker-e-Toiba militants were killed an Army officer was injured in an encounter between the two sides in Handwara area of Kupwara district in Kashmir, police said. The encounter took place when security forces cordoned off a house in Malikpora village in Vilgam area of Handwara, 85 kms from here, following information about presence of militants there. The police officer said the militants opened firing on security forces, who retaliated, triggering off a fierce gun battle. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the possession of the slain militants.

Mar 10, 2014

Shipping minister urges PM to ensure release of fishermen from Sri Lanka

New Delhi, March 10 (ANI): Shipping Minister GK Vasan, on Monday urged Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to make efforts for the release of fishermen arrested by the Sri Lankan government for the success of talks between the two governments. Last week, Sri Lanka's navy arrested 32 Indian fishermen for allegedly fishing illegally in their territorial waters less than two months after the two neighbours agreed to work together to resolve the issue. Vasan also requested Singh to support the United States (US) resolution against Sri Lanka.

Mar 10, 2014

Savita Bhatti opts out as AAPs Chandigarh candidate for LS polls

Chandigarh, March 10 (ANI): AAP leader Savita Bhatti on Monday, withdrew her candidature as the party’s nominee for Chandigarh constituency. Bhatti opted out after a week of campaigning following the announcement of party’s candidates for the upcoming LS polls. She said that the decision is in the interest of the party. She expressed gratitude to the party for giving her such opportunity but said that it’s no big deal if it failed to materialize. She further said that the purpose is to continue the party’s fight against corruption, and it is no embarrassment at all.

Mar 10, 2014