India

Weak Rupee, no-confidence vote help IT stocks soar

Sensex sees a rise as Rupee weakens after a no-confidence vote and a drop in the value of the Yuan. IT stocks are the biggest earners from the weakening value of India's currency.

Jul 20, 2018

Married Pak man disguises as Indian on matrimonial site, threatens to kill woman after getting exposed

The Pakistani man told the Mumbai woman that he is a native of Nagpur and is working in London as a doctor. The woman became suspicious when he avoided her questions.

Jul 20, 2018

Crime against minorities in neighbouring countries a concern for India: Sushma Swaraj

The External Affairs minister made the statement in Rajya Sabha after highlighting the fact that the population of Hindus in Bangladesh had increased from 8.4 percent in 2011 to 10.7 percent in 2017.

Jul 20, 2018

Self-proclaimed 'pastor' accused of raping and blackmailing woman arrested at IGI airport

The pastor, a self-proclaimed healer was not associated with any church, has been accused of sedating and raping a woman on multiple occasions, even filming the act and threatening the victim.

Jul 20, 2018

Who was Shiroor seer Sri Lakshmivara Theertha? A brief look into Udupi's controversial Swamiji

Sri Lakshmivara Theertha, who died on Thursday, was controversy's favourite child and had issues with six of the eight Ashta Mutts of Udupi.

Jul 20, 2018

WhatsApp to limit forwards in India to tackle fake news, lynching

The Facebook-owned company has initiated a new test in India to limit the number of forwarded message a user can send in the country. Read to know how you can flag rumour or fake news to WhatsApp.

Jul 20, 2018

Suzuki Burgman Street 125cc scooter; price, features, specs, colours and more

Suzuki Motorcycle India has launched a new 125cc scooter named Burgman Street. It not just another scooter but the only maxi-scooter in India at present. What makes it unique from other 125cc scooters?

Jul 20, 2018

17-year-old beaten to death outside government school in Delhi

The 17-year-old was thrashed to death by around seven to eight boys outside the Government Boys Senior Secondary School.

Jul 20, 2018

Women's Hockey World Cup 2018: Live stream, TV channel, full schedule and India squad

Sjoerd Marijne-coached women's hockey team have to be at their best if they are to progress to the knockout stages of the tournament. All you need to know about Women's Hockey World Cup 2018.

Jul 20, 2018

Despite opposition from Congress, Economic Offenders Bill passed

The Lok Sabha passed the Fugitive Economic Offenders Bill 2018 by a voice vote after the bill came under fire by several members of the opposition for its weak stance.

Jul 20, 2018

Back to School offer: OnePlus 6 now becomes more affordable for college students in India

The most affordable flagship smartphone in India, OnePlus 6, now becomes cheaper thanks to OnePlus 'Back-to-School' offer. But, it is valid only for college students. Read to know how cash discount and EMI options, the company is offering.

Jul 20, 2018

What is no-confidence motion? The history, interesting facts

The Narendra Modi government is facing its first no-confidence motion in four years. It is likely that the PM will use this platform to launch his 2019 LS election campaign.

Jul 20, 2018

Modi-government no-confidence motion: BJP to move privilege motion against Rahul for 'lying,' 'misleading' house

The Opposition is gearing up for a major debate on the no-confidence motion, moved by the Telugu Desam Party, but it is believed that the ruling party will demolish the Opposition, not just by proving the numbers but doing it in the way that will be Modi's launch pad for the 2019 general election campaign.

Jul 20, 2018

US offers India top of the line MQ-9 Reaper armed drones

Under a new arms export policy, the United States wants to increase defence exports to friendly countries and help domestic arms manufacturers thrive and also to create new jobs.

Jul 20, 2018

TDP seeks Arvind Kejriwal's support ahead of no-confidence motion against Modi govt

The Telugu Desam Party leaders handed over a letter from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to Kejriwal along with a booklet which focuses on the denial of special category status to Andhra Pradesh by the BJP.

Jul 20, 2018