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Death toll rises in the Iranian protests; what spurred the agitation?

Iran protests have led to unrest amidst citizens and the government. Read to know more.

Jan 2, 2018

Maharashtra violence: Bandh declared on Wednesday after violent clashes disrupt normal life in Mumbai [PHOTOS]

BR Ambedkar's grandson Prakash Ambedkar confirms Maharashtra bandh on Wednesday.

Jan 2, 2018

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Iran protests explained: Death toll mounts as anti-government rallies reach day 5

Demonstrations continued across different cities in Iran for a fifth day, after 13 people were reported to have been killed in the worst wave of unrest since 2009.

Jan 2, 2018

Muslims bearing more children for 'conspiracy to take over India' by 2030, says Rajasthan's BJP MLA

The MLA said that he was inspired by a TV debate by Hindu Swabhimaan convenor Yati Narasimha Nand Saraswati. Read on to know what else he said.

Jan 2, 2018

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Triple Talaq Bill to be introduced in Rajya Sabha on Wednesday; Upper House's support doubtful

The Bill which also aims at awarding a three-year jail term to husbands practising triple talaq was earlier cleared by the Lok Sabha.

Jan 2, 2018

Rajinikanth launches website for political change

Even as established political parties, by and large, appeared to play the wait-and-watch game, Rajinikanth uploaded a one-minute video extending New Year greetings and thanking all those who supported his entry into politics.

Jan 1, 2018

'Triple Talaq petitioner' Ishrat Jahan joins BJP; Opposition to meet on Tuesday over Bill passed in LS

Ishrat herself has been a victim of the triple talaq. Her husband, Murtaza, had allegedly called Ishrat from Dubai in 2015, where he said "talaq talaq talaq" to claim divorce and disconnected the call.

Jan 1, 2018

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China denies allegations of illicit oil sales to North Korea

A series of recent reports do not accord with the facts. China has always implemented U.N. Security Council resolutions pertaining to North Korea in their entirety and fulfills its international obligations. We never allow Chinese citizens and companies to engage in activities that violate the Security Council resolutions. If, through investigation, its confirmed there are violations of the Security Council resolutions, China will deal with them seriously in accordance with laws and regulations, Hua Chunying, Deputy Director of the Foreign Ministry Information Department of the Peoples Republic of China said on 29 December.

Dec 30, 2017

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi talks of empowering 'New India' voters, strengthening ASEAN ties

New India offers everyone a platform to fulfil their dreams as the country rises above casteism, communalism, terrorism and corruption. "Peace, Unity and Goodwill" will be the driving forces for New India.

Dec 31, 2017

India, Pakistan had covert NSA-level meet in Bangkok; Saeed, Kashmir likely discussed

The meet was reportedly not about Pakistan's treatment of Kulbhushan Jadhav's kin in Islamabad, although it happened a day after the visit.

Dec 31, 2017

Rajinikanth announces entry into politics, says his political party will contest all 234 seats in Tamil Nadu

Superstar Rajinikanth has announced that he will launch his own political party and the people from his force will contest in all 234 seats of Tamil Nadu in the next Assembly elections.

Dec 31, 2017

Here's how Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu was duped by a fake weight loss pill ad

Venkaiah Naidu was conned of Rs 1.230 for the fake weight loss ad. Read on to know more.

Dec 30, 2017

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India irked as Palestine envoy to Pakistan shares stage with Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed

The envoy and Hafiz Saeed was seen together in a rally organised by Difa-e-Pakistan Council. Read on know why India is angry.

Dec 30, 2017

Love Jihad incidents in 2017 which went beyond religion to alleged terrorist links

The year 2017 witnessed some major controversies around love jihad. Read to know more.

Dec 30, 2017

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Who are Ri Pyong-chol and Kim Jong-sik? US sanctions Kim Jong-uns most trusted aides

The US has announced fresh sanctions on two key individuals, Kim Jong-sik and Ri Pyong-chol, involved in North Koreas ballistic missile programme. The treasury department has clamped travel restrictions on the two, and their assets, if any, will also be frozen.The duo were also among 16 North Koreans placed under the latest U.N. sanctions on 22 December.

Dec 27, 2017

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