Politics

War between NGOs and Hungarys right-wing government reaches climax in upcoming vote

The Rift between billionaire George Soros and Hungarian PM Viktor Orban heats up as foreign-funded NGOs face added scrutiny.

Jun 7, 2017

I will get the blame if you fall Jeremy Corbyn jokingly chastises young folk on rock at rally

On the last day of his campaign, Jeremy Corbyns humour shone through as he addressed an audience in Warrington, chastising young folk on rock.

Jun 7, 2017

Islamic State launch simultaneous twin attacks on Iran capital

Islamic State have claimed responsibility for the attacks on Irans parliament and Ayatollah Khomeinis shrine on 7 June, killing at least 7 people. The two attacks happened almost simultaneously in Tehran, and Iranian officials say they foiled a third attack.

Jun 7, 2017

SCO summit: Possibility of Modi-Xi meeting but nothing confirmed yet, says MEA spokesperson

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is all set to formally introduce India and Pakistan as the six-nation grouping's newest members at its summit in Astana in Kazakhstan starting Thursday, June 8.

Jun 7, 2017

UK general election 2017: 4 issues that will determine the result

The UK will go to general elections on Thursday, June 8. The polls were called by PM Theresa May as a gamble to fathom her popularity and strengthen her stance on Brexit. What are the four main issues of this election?

Jun 7, 2017

Chaos in Middle East after Gulf nations cut ties with Qatar

Supermarket shelves are empty in the Qatar capital Doha. People are storing up large quantities of food water after several Arab nations recently cut ties with Qatar, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Bahrain, Yemen. These nations accuse Qatar of supporting terrorism. Qatar relies on its Gulf neighbors for 80% of its food imports. Iran has called for dialogues to resolve the conflict and has sent food supplies to Qatar. The rift also led to the suspension of all flights between Qatar and its Gulf neighbors. Angry customers lined up outside of the Qatar Airways office to demand refunds. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has taken the credit for the split.

Jun 7, 2017

Rahul Gandhi likely to take over as Congress president in October

Rahul Gandhi is likely to replace Sonia Gandhi as the president of the Indian National Congress in October this year, former minister Jairam Ramesh told a news channel.

Jun 7, 2017

Modi govt gives up on 500-million job creation goal

Though the ministry did not give a reason for shifting focus and delinking numbers from the skills mission, over the years, skill training targets have been missed

Jun 7, 2017

Madhya Pradesh farmers' killings: Shivraj Singh Chouhan is lucky he has no Mamata in Opposition

Despite the killing of five farmers in police firing, it is unlikely that Shivraj Singh Chouhan will lose power in the state because there is virtually no Opposition to cash in on these issues.

Jun 7, 2017

Theresa May vows to change human rights laws to fight terrorism

Theresa May has caused controversy by saying she is willing to change human rights law to allow her to deport terrorists and terrorism suspects.

Jun 7, 2017

Rahul Gandhi to become Congress president in October? Realistically, it means nothing

The Congress has only tried to shield Rahul Gandhi in the face of Narendra Modi cyclone over the last few years even while operating under his leadership without much success. What difference will his elevation now make?

Jun 7, 2017

Donald Trump takes credit for Qatar isolation, but here's why he is lying

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed credit for the isolation of Qatar by its neighbours in the Middle East. Read to know why his claim is utter balderdash.

Jun 6, 2017

Islamist extremism is a cancer says Paul Nuttall, insists passports should be revoked

Ukip leader Paul Nuttall spoke in central London today (June 6) in the lead up to the general election on June 8. In his speech, Nuttall called for tighter border control, and for those who go abroad to fight for Islamic State to have their UK citizenship revoked.

Jun 6, 2017

Gulf crisis: 'Tormentor' Qatar is facing the music; yet Nepal is not happy

Nepal had lashed out at the Qatari authorities in the past for ill-treating its workers in the West Asian country but today, when it is facing isolation, Nepal, too, is feeling the heat.

Jun 6, 2017

This Conservative campaign video could be the best thing youve seen in the election

A campaign video by Greg Knight, Conservative candidate for east Yorkshire, has been discovered weeks after it was first published and has taken the internet by storm. The video was uploaded on 17 May and is featured on Knight and amp;#39;s website. Its got a catchy jingle you cant un-hear.

Jun 6, 2017