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February 22, 2017 4:40 PM

Microsoft CEO pitches for poor, unveils tech for semi-skilled

With an aim to connect semi-skilled workers with employers, global technology giant Microsoft has announced its new platform called Sangam. <br/><br/>Addressing the &apos;Future Decoded&apos; conference in Mumbai today, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said it is important to expand the purvi...

February 22, 2017 4:40 PM

South Africa's decision to leave ICC ruled 'invalid'

South Africa's decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) has been ruled unconstitutional and invalid by the High Court. South Africa notified the UN of its intention to leave last October, accusing the ICC of undermining its sovereignty. <br/><br/>But the oppo...

February 22, 2017 4:39 PM

Russia's Supreme Court orders release of opposition activist Ildar Dadin

Russia's Supreme Court has ordered the release of opposition activist Ildar Dadin, who is the first person to be convicted under new laws on protests. <br/><br/>The court said the criminal case against him should be dismissed and he had a right to rehabilitation. Mr Dadin, jailed in...

February 22, 2017 2:22 PM

European Commission President Juncker warns UK it faces hefty bill for Brexit

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has warned the UK it faces a very hefty bill for Brexit. He promised two years of tough negotiation, when discussions on leaving terms get under way between the government and the European Union. He said in a speech to the Belgian Federal Parliament,...

February 22, 2017 2:02 PM

India & China hold first strategic dialogue in Beijing

India and China today held their first strategic dialogue in Beijing to shore up bilateral ties. In his opening remarks at the dialogue, Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar said, the relations between the two countries have really acquired a very steady momentum over many years. He said, India have trul...

February 22, 2017 1:37 PM

US is committed to working with European allies: Nikki Haley

US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has said the United States is committed to working with European allies, despite occasional disagreements. <br/><br/>Speaking to the UN Security Council members, she said the commitment to our allies in Europe is strong and no one should mi...

February 22, 2017 11:51 AM

Hong Kong: Donald Tsang sentenced to 20 months in prison for misconduct

In Hong Kong, former leader Donald Tsang has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for misconduct. He was found guilty last week, in a case related to a luxury flat in China. <br/><br/>High Court Judge Andrew Chan said it was a stunning downfall for Donald Tsang, who served as Hong Kong&...

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