Politics

Victims of male rape suffer in DRC from lack of support

While society is slowly becoming aware of the use of male rape as a weapon of war in the Democratic Republic of Congo, services and support for victims remain far from gender-neutral. Duration: 02:36

Oct 22, 2013

Trial of Bolshoi dancer over acid attack postponed

The trial of Bolshoi dancer Pavel Dmitritchenko and two co-defendants, accused of staging an acid attack on the head of the Moscow ballet, was postponed until October 29 due to the absence of the lawyer of one of the three defendants. Duration: 00:37

Oct 22, 2013

Apple unveils thinner, lighter iPad to beack back rivals

Apple unveiled upgraded versions of its iPads Tuesday, with more power and sleeker designs to ramp up competition against rivals who now have a majority of the tablet market. Duration: 00:26

Oct 22, 2013

US, UK urge world to help find a settlement for Syria

US Secretary of State John Kerry urged the world to help find a negotiated settlement for Syria at the London talks on the Syrian crisis with Western and Arab powers. Duration: 01:11

Oct 22, 2013

Britain's Prince George to get low-key christening Duration: 01:06

Britain's Prince George, the son of Prince William and his wife Catherine, is to be christened on Wednesday in a private family ceremony far removed from the global media circus that surrounded his birth. Duration: 01:06

Oct 22, 2013

French court acquits local start-up in Skype piracy case

The managers of a French company accused by Microsoft of having pirated their communications platform Skype have been acquitted in court. Duration: 00:54

Oct 22, 2013

US drone strikes in Pakistan in the spotlight

US drone attacks in Pakistan are in the spotlight with the publication of an Amnesty International report highlighting civilian casualties. Duration: 02:30

Oct 22, 2013

Pakistan PM says ready to go 'extra mile' with India

Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif vowed Tuesday to go the "extra mile" to make peace with India, saying the historic rivals can resolve all issues through dialogue. He also called for an end to US drone strikes in his country. Duration: 01:46

Oct 22, 2013

Caught on Camera: BJP leader showers cash at function in MP

Jabalpur/New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): In a major embarrassment for the party, BJP leader and former minister Achal Sonkar was caught on camera showering cash at a public function, as part of Eid celebrations.

Oct 21, 2013

Unnao Fort: SC not to interfere in ASI's gold hunt

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere in the ongoing Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) excavation for gold reportedly buried under the ruins of a 19th century fort in UP's Unnao district, saying it cannot pass an order on the basis of assumption.

Oct 21, 2013

Vijay Goel on Delhi BJP divide: I did not threaten to resign

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): Delhi BJP president Vijay Goel on Monday denied reports that he had threatened to quit his post if he was not made the party's chief ministerial candidate.

Oct 21, 2013

Dussehra brings Hindus and Muslims together

Aligarh, Oct 21 (ANI): India is a land of colourful and festive hues. And Dussehra is one such festival that is celebrated in the country with great fervour and enthusiasm. Dussehra or Vijaya Dashami celebrates the victory of good over evil. Hindus observe the day through special prayer meetings and food offerings to the goddess Durga, who is considered as Shakti or cosmic energy. Legend has it, when demon King, Mahishasur, vanquished the gods, their king, Indra, approached the Holy Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. They in turn sought the help of the divine mother Durga who, equipped with lethal weapons fought with Mahishasur for nine days and nights and eventually killed him on the tenth day. And thus every year, people across the country celebrate the day as Dusshera. Be it Jammu & Kashmir or Uttar Pradesh, everywhere goddess Durga bind together Hindus and Muslims with the thread of communal amity. Muslims in Aligarh make the effigies of goddess Durga with equal fervour and devotion. Dusshera in Doda region of Jammu & Kashmir is celebrated in different manner. As the occasion is also believed to be the day when Lord Rama vanquished the ten-headed demon king Ravana. Thus, here Hindus and Muslims together participate in Ramleela, a theatrical performance where the life story of

Oct 21, 2013

Sufi Saint Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani uniting one and all

Srinagar, Oct 21 (ANI): The socio-cultural ethos of Kashmir or Kashmiriyat is steeped in a tradition of religious tolerance, social harmony and brotherhood. It was influenced by the advent of Sufism in Kashmir in early 14th century. Sufi saints were both popular and influential because they identified themselves with established traditions and never opposed the blending of different religious customs, practices and beliefs. As a result, they attracted many followers. Even today, several Sufi shrines dot the state, drawing people from different religions in large numbers. The shrine of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani in Srinagar attracts people from different communities. Legend has it that the saint was a mystic who devoted his entire life for the betterment of mankind and preached communal harmony. His message has been internalised and is visible in the form of devotees from different faiths that come here from near and far throughout the year to pay homage to the saint. The shrine is flocked by devotees who visit it in the hope that their wishes will be fulfilled here.

Oct 21, 2013

Moscow: PM receives honorary doctorate from MGIMO

Moscow, Oct 21 (ANI): Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh on Monday became the first Indian to receive an honorary doctorate from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations. Singh is currently on a two-nation five day official visit of Russia and China.

Oct 21, 2013

Army foiled infiltration in Keran sector in a systematic, scientific way: Manish Tewari

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): Reacting over the continuous ceasefire violations by the Pakistan, Union Information and Broadcasting Minster, Manish Tewari said on Monday that attempts of infiltration in Keran sector were foiled by the armed forces in a systematic and scientific manner.

Oct 21, 2013