India

Al Qaeda sets target on Indian military personnel, Hindu 'separatist' leaders

The worrying part is that AQIS has invited "the Muslims of the subcontinent to pledge their allegiance to the Islamic Emirate and to support it."

Jun 27, 2017

In current international scenario, India's quest for grand friendship with US is not wise

PM Modi's meeting and greeting President Trump might look encouraging but there are factors that indicate that India doesn't really gain much by eyeing a solid partnership with the US. Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei's remark on Kashmir is an example.

Jun 27, 2017

From maritime cooperation to job creation, here are 7 points from PM Modi and President Donald Trump joint statement

Here are seven key takeaways from the joint press conference addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump.

Jun 27, 2017

Karnataka: Udupi mutt holds iftar before Eid al-Fitr 2017, faces flak from Pramod Muthalik

Pejawar Mutt pontiff Vishwesha Teertha Swami and Sri Ram Sene chief Pramod Muthalik are sparring over an iftar hosted at the Udupi institution. Read to know more.

Jun 27, 2017

Amarnath Yatra: Intel report points at possible terrorist attack on pilgrims

Ahead of commencement of the annual Amarnath Yatra, a report by intelligence agencies indicated that terrorists in J&K have been "directed" to kill around 100-150 pilgrims and 100 police officials.

Jun 26, 2017

Presidential Election 2017: Meira Kumar to file nomination on Wednesday

Meira Kumar, a former Lok Sabha Speaker, will face the NDA's presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind who has already filed his nomination papers.

Jun 26, 2017

ISRO: 13 satellites being used by military to keep eye on enemies

The total number of satellites that are being used for military purposes has gone up to 13 following the successful launch of the Cartosat-2E satellite that has surveillance capabilities.

Jun 26, 2017

Luxury on rails: Treat for passengers as 30 Rajdhani, Shatabdi trains set to get makeover

The Indian Railways has been receiving complaints relating to catering service, punctuality, toilet cleanliness and quality of linen, among other facilities provided in trains across the country.

Jun 26, 2017

West Bengal man recounts missing out on filming Tubelight scene with Salman Khan

Nasim Khan describes how the opportunity to shoot with Salman Khan for Tubelight slipped out of his hands. Read his story here.

Jun 26, 2017

The Hurting Locker: Trust and liability are gone with the RBI wind

Are banks saying that they don't care for lost or stolen goods from their lockers, but will still charge customers for taking the risk?

Jun 26, 2017

Jain monk Tarun Sagar urges devotees to spend his birthday in cemetery

On Monday, in Udaipurwati, about 100km north of Jaipur, at least 2,500 people will be visiting a cemetery to celebrate the monk's 50th birthday.

Jun 26, 2017

Mumbai: Indrani Mukerjea booked for rioting against Byculla jail inmate's custodial death

These inmates were rioting in protest against the death of a 45-year-old prisoner, Manjura Shetye. She was allegedly beaten to death last week.

Jun 26, 2017

Young entrepreneur loses forearm to crocodile on the outskirts of Bengaluru

The 26-year-old Mudit Dandawate, a resident of Indira Nagar, is currently undergoing treatment at Hosmat Hospital in Bengaluru.

Jun 26, 2017

Rajasthan mosque sports Tricolour for Eid al-Fitr, but there is more to the story! [VIDEO]

A mosque in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, has decked itself in the colours of the Indian National Flag ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2017. Watch the video here.

Jun 26, 2017

GST: Drug shortage hits Bengaluru; rice price goes up as traders raise concern

Karnataka State Rice Millers' Association Secretary N Sreenivas Rao said the Centre's concept of 'One nation, one tax' makes no sense.

Jun 26, 2017