Bernard Smith

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India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah

Don't be afraid to die, Amit Shah tells BJP workers in West Bengal

The comments come amid reports of BJP workers and activists in the state being found dead under mysterious circumstances.

Jun 28, 2018

Donald Trump targets EB-5 visa programme for investors: 10 things to know about the 'golden ticket'

US lawmakers say that the visa programme has led to corruption and poses a security threat to the country.

Jun 23, 2018

Who was Koko the Gorilla? Ape who learnt sign language, loved cats and met Robin Williams is no more

The Gorilla Foundation – built around Koko and her fame for the betterment of the species – announced her death on Thursday, June 21.

Jun 22, 2018

Arvind Kejriwal ends strike at Delhi L-G house, diverts attacks from IAS officers to PM Modi

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday called off his dharna at the Lieutenant-Governor's residence.

Jun 20, 2018

Anthony Bourdain dead at 61: Celebrity chef's suicide sparks mental health debate

Celebrated chef and TV celebrity Anthony Bourdain reportedly committed suicide in France at the age of 61.

Jun 9, 2018

Air India seeks short-term loans worth Rs 1,000 crore to stay afloat, but for how long?

After a flop show of the majority stake sale, AI has sought for Rs 1,000-crore STLs as it struggles to stay afloat amidst mounting debt.

Jun 8, 2018

Pranab Mukherjee toes party line at RSS' Tritiya Varsh event in Nagpur, but exposes Congress' insecurities

Former president Pranab Mukherjee flaunted his Congress colours while speaking at an RSS event on Thursday, but his speech showed just how jittery the party is at the moment.

Jun 7, 2018

US says 'no big changes' in H-1B visa regime: Good news for Indians?

A top US diplomat has indicated "no big changes in the H-1B programme and nothing new on H-4." What does this mean for Indian holders of these visas in the US?

Jun 6, 2018

Bengaluru shamed again: Ola driver arrested for molesting passenger, stripping her to take photos

Bengaluru Police arrest Ola driver on charges that he molested a woman passenger, clicked obscene photos of her and then circulated them on social media.

Jun 6, 2018

From less food to costlier luggage fees, is Railways taking Indians for a ride?

One proposal says Indian Railways wants to reduce the quantity of food served and focus on quality, while another says passengers will be charged six times the luggage fees for their excess baggage.

Jun 6, 2018

Dalit 'apathy' comes back to haunt BJP as 120 convert to Buddhism in Haryana

Around 120 Dalits converted to Buddhism in Haryana after Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar failed to deliver on their demands.

Jun 5, 2018

Actor Armaan Kohli booked for assaulting girlfriend

Armaan Kohli, who starred in Bigg Boss Season 7, has been accused of assaulting his girlfriend.

Jun 5, 2018

EC orders probe after Congress claims 60 lakh fake voters in Madhya Pradesh

The Election Commission (EC) on Sunday, June 3, ordered a probe into the electoral rolls of Madhya Pradesh after the Congress claimed there are at least 60 lakh fake voters in the state.

Jun 4, 2018

Karnataka govt sends notice to Uber, Ola for charging time-based fares

The Karnataka Transport Department has reportedly warned the ride-hailing companies, showing them the rulebook and asking them to stick to it.

Jun 3, 2018

Second BJP man found hanging in Purulia forces Mamata Banerjee to transfer police chief

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee transfers Purulia district SP after second BJP man found hanging from a high-tension wire.

Jun 2, 2018

BJP leader now wants Bollywood renamed, and it's not exactly an outrageous proposition!

BJP general secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya has called for "Bollywood" – a name used to refer to the Hindi film industry – to be given a new name.

Jun 2, 2018

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Sharma addresses a press conference in Lucknow on Jan 8, 2017

UP Deputy CM pulls a 'Biplab', claims Sita was a test-tube baby!

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Sharma is being compared to Tripura CM Biplab Deb after claiming that Sita was a test-tube baby.

Jun 1, 2018

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Articles by Bernard Smith

Don't be afraid to die, Amit Shah tells BJP workers in West Bengal

Donald Trump targets EB-5 visa programme for investors: 10 things to know about the 'golden ticket'

Who was Koko the Gorilla? Ape who learnt sign language, loved cats and met Robin Williams is no more

Arvind Kejriwal ends strike at Delhi L-G house, diverts attacks from IAS officers to PM Modi

Anthony Bourdain dead at 61: Celebrity chef's suicide sparks mental health debate

Air India seeks short-term loans worth Rs 1,000 crore to stay afloat, but for how long?

Pranab Mukherjee toes party line at RSS' Tritiya Varsh event in Nagpur, but exposes Congress' insecurities

US says 'no big changes' in H-1B visa regime: Good news for Indians?

Bengaluru shamed again: Ola driver arrested for molesting passenger, stripping her to take photos

From less food to costlier luggage fees, is Railways taking Indians for a ride?

Dalit 'apathy' comes back to haunt BJP as 120 convert to Buddhism in Haryana

Actor Armaan Kohli booked for assaulting girlfriend

EC orders probe after Congress claims 60 lakh fake voters in Madhya Pradesh

Karnataka govt sends notice to Uber, Ola for charging time-based fares

Second BJP man found hanging in Purulia forces Mamata Banerjee to transfer police chief

BJP leader now wants Bollywood renamed, and it's not exactly an outrageous proposition!

UP Deputy CM pulls a 'Biplab', claims Sita was a test-tube baby!

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'