India

Will President Donald Trump believe in climate change after the devastating Hurricane Harvey?

The US president recently expressed surprise over the unprecedented devastation caused by Hurricane Survey. He shouldn't have been, says an expert. Climate change is a fact and it threatens mankind.

Aug 29, 2017

'No blanket compensation for religious structures damaged in 2002 Gujarat violence'

The court agreed on an ex-gratia payment of Rs 50,000 as in the case of residential and commercial properties that suffered damage.

Aug 29, 2017

Hanging on a line: Taxman wants Rs 32,000 crore hug from Hutchison over Vodafone deal

The fine is on top of a tax demand for the same amount over the telco's $11.1-billion purchase of Hutchison assets in 2007.

Aug 29, 2017

Varanasi's 'smart' makeover to drive steel recovery in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mind is set on transforming his constituency, Varanasi.

Aug 29, 2017

Kerala woman goes on FB live against husband who threatened to kill her; video goes viral

Dilna Alphonsa, who converted to Hinduism to marry a Kozhikode native currently working at a resort in Vaikom, took to Facebook to look for help. Watch her video here.

Aug 29, 2017

Mumbai rains wreak havoc, situation may worsen: Here's all you need to know [PHOTOS+VIDEOS]

The city of dreams has recorded over 150 mm rain in the past 24 hours. Here's all you need to know about the current situation of Mumbai.

Aug 29, 2017

Opposition meets in Patna again: Why reviving JP memories at iconic venue is no threat for PM Modi

The Opposition has made it a style to assemble at the famous Gandhi Maidan in Bihar's capital to give a clarion call against PM Modi. But circumstances say that today's Opposition leaders are no way capable of repeating JP Narayan's feat.

Aug 29, 2017

Inflammable: Petrol prices spurt almost Rs 6, at 3-year high after 'dynamic pricing'

Petrol prices are now at their highest since August 2014.

Aug 29, 2017

Gujarat Assembly polls: Modi to begin campaign on 67th birthday, Rahul Gandhi to hold 4 yatras

Congress party will target BJP led by Vijay Rupani on three issues -- unemployment, corruption and agrarian distress.

Aug 29, 2017

What delaying tactics did Dera chief's lawyers use to irk CBI during trial?

In 2015, the trial against Dera chief had come to a halt after his lawyers had filed more than half a dozen revision petitions that sought changes in the previous rulings by Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Aug 29, 2017

36-year-old man arrested for sexually assaulting minor in Bengaluru

A man sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl when she was alone at home. Read on to know what had happened.

Aug 29, 2017

Pakistan scraps talks, bilateral visits with US: Trump's Afghanistan plan already showing signs of danger

Islamabad, once a close ally of the US, decided to suspend talks and bilateral visits with the US to protest President Trump's recent criticism of Pakistan. It is doing it boldly because it already has China and Russia by its side.

Aug 29, 2017

IT labour unions approach Chennai labour dept, demand inquiry into mass layoffs

The unions demanded immediate relief to employees who have filed petitions under section 2A of IT Act against forced resignations, the NDLF's IT employees' wing said.

Aug 29, 2017

Doklam row ends: Let's not forget Bhutan's role; small size doesn't mean lesser diplomatic clout

While India and China used the BRICS platform to speed up their mutual talks over defusing the Doklam crisis, one should not overlook the mature role that Bhutan played vis-a-vis both its giant neighbours. It's an example to cherish.

Aug 29, 2017

Nagpur-Mumbai Duronto Express derails in Thane

While the exact cause of the derailment is not clear yet, it is suspected that a portion of the track was breached due to heavy rains in the Kasara Ghats section.

Aug 29, 2017