Politics

Opposition, Muslim groups condemn BJP minister Ram Katheria's anti-Muslim remarks

At the funeral meet of Dalit VHP leader who was allegedly killed by Muslim youths, BJP minister Ram Katheria reportedly made anti-Muslim speeches.

Mar 1, 2016

SC to hear plea quashing criminal charges against police in Ishrat Jahan 'fake' encounter case

The home ministry Monday said that it would re-examine the Ishrat Jahan case files after GK Pillai's statement.

Mar 1, 2016

South Korea open to dialogue with North if it agrees to denuclearise

The United Nations Security Council is set to vote on a set of new sanctions on North Korea.

Mar 1, 2016

US lawmakers' letter on intolerance in India unfortunate: MEA

India is proud of its status as world's largest democracy, the external affairs ministry said in response.

Feb 29, 2016

EU referendum: Nicola Sturgeon warns scaremongering remain campaigners will squander support

SNP leader says she wants the UK to overwhelmingly back a remain vote at the referendum.

Feb 29, 2016

Iran elections: Moderates win Assembly of Experts

The Moderates are also expected to win the parliamentary elections in Iran.

Feb 29, 2016

JNU row: Rahul Gandhi, Kejriwal, Yechury among politicians booked for sedition

They were among the nine people booked on sedition charges Sunday.

Feb 29, 2016

US lawmakers write to Modi, express concerns over violence against Indian religious minorities

"The nearly countrywide beef ban is increasing tensions and encouraging vigilante violence against the Indian Muslim community," they have written.

Feb 28, 2016

US to sell F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan despite opposition

Some U.S. lawmakers have objected to the deal.

Feb 27, 2016

Donald Trump: Billionaire wins endorsement of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie

Moderate Christie placed sixth in the New Hampshire Republican primary.

Feb 27, 2016

Iran elections 2016: Early forecasts put reformists and moderates in the lead

The country voted Friday to elect not only MPs but also for the Assembly of Experts, a religious body.

Feb 27, 2016

Syria ceasefire begins; UN Security Council backs US-Russia deal

Airstrikes will continue to target the Islamic State group as well as the al Qaeda-affiliated Nusra Front.

Feb 27, 2016

Smriti Irani lied in Parliament; Rohith didn't get stipend for 7 months, says Vemula's mother

Rohith's mother sought explanation from the HRD ministry for calling Rohith "anti-national" and "extremist".

Feb 26, 2016

Bernie Sanders action toy funded on Kickstarter

Orders for a 6” tall Bernie Sanders action figure – complete with signature slouch, open mouth and accusatory pointed finger – were flooding in from fans on Kickstarter, months ahead of the products delivery date in July. Brooklyn-based FCTRY created a prototype for the plastic version of the Vermont senator and started a campaign with a goal of raising $15,000 (£10,640) to fund production. Within 24 hours FCTRY had raised about $40,000 from fans snapping up various deals, including a sold-out $20 offer for a single Bernie Sanders action figure called The Early Bern Special #1.

Feb 26, 2016

Brexit: The Movie hits £100,000 fundraising target on Kickstarter

Producer Wag TV told IBTimes UK the documentary film is expected to launch in early May.

Feb 26, 2016