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South Korea says North Korean drone crossed border, fires warning shots

A drone suspected to be from North Korea entered the demilitarised zone on Wednesday,

Jan 13, 2016

Makar Sankranti/Pongal 2016: Wishes, messages, greetings to share with friends and family on this harvest festival [PHOTOS]

The harvest festival Makar Sankranti/Pongal is being celebrated on 15 January.

Jan 13, 2016

Obama State of the Union Speech: US president quells fears over economy, security

He also hit out at Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, without directly naming him, for his anti-Muslim rants.

Jan 13, 2016

Isis claims responsibility for Jalalabad attack

All the four terrorists involved in the attack were killed and seven policemen lost their lives.

Jan 13, 2016

Pakistan, Afghanistan may become safe havens for terrorist networks: Obama

The US president delivered his last State of the Union Address on Tuesday, 12 January.

Jan 13, 2016

Quetta blast fallout: Govt suspends polio vaccination campaign

After the suicide attack on the polio vaccination centre in which 14 people were killed, the government suspended the immunization campaign in Quetta.

Jan 13, 2016

Iran releases 10 American sailors detained from trespassing US Navy ships

The two US ships had entered Iranian waters after the crew faced mechanical trouble on Tuesday.

Jan 13, 2016

Suu Kyi's surprise attendance seen as boost for Myanmar peace talks

Aung San Suu Kyi has already shown she is willing to do business with former foes and intends to lead the country.

Jan 13, 2016

Mazar-i-Sharif Indian consulate attackers belonged to Pak military: Afghan police

A group of four terrorists had attacked the Indian mission on the night of 3 January.

Jan 13, 2016

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Junior doctors strike: BMA leader Dr Mark Porter says government gave them no choice but to walk out

Dr Mark Porter says government gave junior doctors no choice but to strike.

Jan 12, 2016

Jayalalithaa urges PM Modi to issue ordinance for Jallikattu after SC imposes stay

The letter comes after the Supreme Court imposed a stay on the Centre's notification allowing the traditional bull-taming sport in Tamil Nadu.

Jan 12, 2016

Pathankot attack: Locals were allowed to enter airbase for Rs 50, reveals NIA probe

Earlier reports said the terrorists might have received insider help to transport the heavy arms and ammunition to the base.

Jan 12, 2016

UN peacekeepers in Central African Republic paid minor girls in exchange for sex: Report

UN peacekeepers have allegedly paid 50 cents to three dollars for girls as young as 13 in exchange for sex at M'Poko camp in Bangui.

Jan 12, 2016

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Texas: Window washers rescued from 75-story tower in Houston

Two window washers were rescued from the 71st floor of the Chase tower in downtown Houston on 11 January, after their scaffolding malfunctioned, a Houston Fire Department spokesman said. Both men are safe and neither was injured nor needed any medical treatment, Houston fire spokesman Jay Evans said. Images from local media showed the scaffolding dangling from the building.

Jan 12, 2016

Mistakes in Salman Khan hit-and-run case set as lesson for Mumbai Police

The Mumbai Police have sent out circulars to all police stations to ensure the lapses seen in Khan's case are not repeated.

Jan 12, 2016

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