India

Video: Armed man threatens actor Ajaz Khan after he dares gaurakshaks to take on Harley-Davidson for using cow leather products

An armed man named Pramod Dubey hit out at Khan in another video after the latter criticised PM Modi, UP CM Yogi Adityanath and the cow vigilante groups for allegedly dividing the country on communal lines.

Apr 21, 2017

West Bengal: 7 killed in crude bomb explosions during clashes over sand mine's control

The incident happened in Labhpur in Birbhum district. The Opposition said the ruling Trinamool's factional feud was responsible for the clashes. The TMC rubbished the charges.

Apr 21, 2017

Rajnath Singh appeals to states to ensure safety of Kashmiris saying they are 'equal citizens' of India

On Thursday, April 20, hoardings asking "stone-pelting Kashmiris" to leave Uttar Pradesh were seen in Meerut while a group of Kashmiri students were allegedly called terrorists and thrashed by local people in Rajasthan.

Apr 21, 2017

NIA makes fresh request to FBI to extradite David Headley, Tahawwur Rana

"Extradition proceedings are very time-taking detailed proceedings, it's a long procedure," the NIA spokesperson told IBT India.

Apr 21, 2017

Andhra Pradesh accident: At least 20 killed, 10 critically injured in road mishap in Chittoor district

The Superintendent of Police of Andhra Pradesh and district collectors have reportedly reached the accident spot in Chittoor district.

Apr 21, 2017

India's democratic values are globally admired, says PM Modi

The PM feels that changing trends in the last 15-20 years have altered the dynamics, and competition can now play a big role in bringing a qualitative change.

Apr 21, 2017

Indian Airlines IC 814 hijack: SC admits convict Abdul Momin's appeal against life imprisonment in December 1999 case

The Indian Airlines flight IC 814 was hijacked by five terrorists in December 1999, while on its way to Delhi from Kathmandu with over 180 people on board the plane.

Apr 21, 2017

Tamil Nadu: Deepa Jayakumar's husband Madhavan floats new political party MJDMK

Deepa and Madhavan had launched MGR Amma Deepa Peravai on February 24, but soon differences cropped up between the two following which Madhavan quit the party.

Apr 21, 2017

H-1B visa issue: Arun Jaitley 'strongly raises' issue with US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on 3-day visit to Washington DC

Union Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the issue of H1-B visas should be expanded to take into account the big US companies earning their profits in India.

Apr 21, 2017

NDMA conducts first mock drill for forest fires in Uttarakhand

In the summer 2016, at least 3,500 hectares of forest area were destroyed by as many as 1,600 fire incidents.

Apr 20, 2017

MCD elections: At least 173 candidates face criminal charges

A total of 2,537 candidates from 18 political parties, including six national parties, 12 state parties, and 1051 independent candidates are contesting the elections.

Apr 20, 2017

Panama Papers scandal: Why India is hoping Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif survives in power

Even if he gets relief, the problems are far from over for Nawaz Sharif. India will keep a close watch on developments and will want Sharif to remain in power so that Pakistan remains stable.

Apr 20, 2017

NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against Zakir Naik for promoting enmity

Zakir Naik is facing multiple probes as 10 cases were filed against him for his remarks on Hindu gods

Apr 20, 2017

Plane hijack threat: Hoax mail handiwork of a money-strapped lover

"He promised his girlfriend living in Chennai that he would take her on a jolly trip to Mumbai by flight but had no money to book the ticket," Hyderabad Police Commissioner M Mahender Reddy said.

Apr 20, 2017

Yamuna floodplains case: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar slams NGT for calling AOL 'irresponsible'

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar said that "those who say the Art of Living is irresponsible simply don't know us or have gained a sense of humour."

Apr 20, 2017