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Mental stress, frustration over leave can't be why CISF constable killed 4 colleagues in Bihar, say senior officials

The CISF constable is said to have had an argument with his colleagues.

Jan 13, 2017

NSA raw data being shared with more US agencies; privacy may go for a toss

Earlier, the NSA would remove irrelevant names and personal information from feeds it would supply to the other 16 US agencies.

Jan 13, 2017

Huge explosion at Mezzeh military airport near Damascus; Syria accuses Israel

This is not the first time that Syria has accused Israel of attacking it.

Jan 13, 2017

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President Obama honours Joe Biden with the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Outgoing US President Barack Obama surprised Vice President Joe Biden by bestowing the countrys highest civilian honour, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, upon him on 12 January. Biden was moved to tears as the medal was place over his shoulders. As the president announced his intention to give the VP the medal, Biden turned from the cameras to compose himself. Obama joked that the award would give the internet further reason to talk about their bromance. The president said he was recognising Biden for faith in your fellow Americans, for your love of country and a lifetime of service that will endure through the generations. The award came with distinction, an honour only given to three past recipients.

Jan 13, 2017

U.S. President Barack Obama visits Stonehenge

Will prehistoric monument Stonehenge be destroyed forever?

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England, and has been declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO

Jan 12, 2017

Dutch police train eagles to hunt drones

Iraqi forces have no answer to ISIS' new weapon

ISIS has used small drones to drop bombs on Iraqi security forces.

Jan 12, 2017

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Snow creates picturesque scene at Oban Airport in Scotland

Tiny Oban Airport in Scotland was given a scenic sprinkling of snow on 12 January, improving on its already scenic views. The region was braced for the expected snowfall, with warnings in place from the Met office.

Jan 12, 2017

Aakhiri Ahuti: IndiGo, Delhi Police to ferry mortal remains of underprivileged from the North East for free

Through Aakhiri Ahuti, the mortal remains will be transported free of cost to north-eastern destinations on IndiGo's network.

Jan 12, 2017

Identical twins, meet for first time, viral video

Watch emotional moments of adopted identical Chinese twins meeting for first time; videos go viral

The kids, who were adopted by different families, met for the first time during Good Morning America show.

Jan 12, 2017

Supermarkets are boycotting Nutella amid cancer concerns

The EFSA has said that even moderate consumption of the contaminants in palm oil could pose a health risk to children.

Jan 12, 2017

Air India to begin reserving six front-row seats for women passengers from January 18

The move comes after a woman passenger was allegedly groped by another flyer on board an Air India's Mumbai-Newark flight late last month.

Jan 12, 2017

Government can now take over Dawood Ibrahim's properties

The BJP government has received a nod from the Appellate Tribunal to take over Ibrahim's properties.

Jan 12, 2017

Obamacare: Republican Senate takes first step to repeal Affordable Care Act

The Republican-majority Senate voted 51-48 towards initiating the repealing process.

Jan 12, 2017

Tomahawk cruise missiles: New US Navy tests show ability to engage time-sensitive targets

US Navy has completed two flight tests for Tomahawk cruise missiles, which will support new missions planned in real-time.

Jan 12, 2017

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Samsung Group leader Jay Y. Lee arrives for bribery suspicion questioning

Samsung Group leader Jay Y. Lee arrived at the South Korean special prosecutors office on 12 Janaury, for questioning over bribery suspicions. Lee has been embroiled as part of a widening political scandal that may permanently unseat President Park Geun-hye.Samsung gave 30 billion won (£20m, $25m), to foundations backed by Parks friend, Choi Soon-sil. It is being investigated whether that was connected to the national pension funds support for a controversial 2015 merger of Samsung C and T Corp and Cheil Industries Inc.

Jan 12, 2017

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