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Amazon fire: The sky never goes dark while the rainforest blazes

Wildfires have surged 83% so far this year when compared to the same period in 2018, according to Brazil's space research agency INPE.

Aug 23, 2019

Pakistan pushing 100 terrorists from Afghanistan to Kashmir Valley, says intel report

Intelligence reports claimed around 15 Jaish militants are waiting for instructions to infiltrate into Kashmir from terror cells located in Pakistan's Lipa valley along the LoC.

Aug 23, 2019

FATF's Asia Pacific sub-group blacklists Pakistan for terror funding

The APG has placed India's nuclear-armed neighbour in the "enhanced blacklist" for its failure to meet its standards.

Aug 23, 2019

Key hospitals in Kashmir treat more than 150 tear gas, pellet injuries

Indian authorities have deployed additional paramilitary police, banned public gatherings and cut cellular and internet links to prevent large scale protests after withdrawing the revolt-torn territory's special status on Aug 5.

Aug 23, 2019

Colombo refutes Pak's statement on envoy meet regarding Kashmir

The meeting arranged on Tuesday was at the request of the Pakistan High Commissioner about the recent developments in Jammu and Kashmir.

Aug 23, 2019

Yogi allots portfolios, downgrades some Ministers

The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister has kept 11 major departments, including Home, Information, Revenue and Housing.

Aug 23, 2019

Chidambaram to be sent to Tihar once CBI custody ends; preparations being made at jail

Chidambaram, if not granted bail in coming weeks, would be lodged in Jail No 7 meant for economic offenders.

Aug 23, 2019

France in emphatic support of India's Kashmir policy; against 'third party' interference

French President Macron said he would speak to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on the issue and tell him that the talks should be held bilaterally.

Aug 23, 2019

India opts out of sharing hydrological data with Pakistan

This year amid tension between two countries after India abrogated the abrogation of Jammu & Kashmir's special status and the bifurcation of the state into two Union Territories, India has decided against renewing the agreement.

Aug 22, 2019

Namma Metro in Bengaluru becomes a leaky mess once again

The Bengaluru Metro staff has found an odd way of rainwater harvesting, as they placed several buckets inside the station after the water started leaking from the ceiling.

Aug 22, 2019

Who is Abdullah Qardash? Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's heir who could revive ISIS

This development comes at a time when speculations are rife that Baghdadi's health is rapidly deteriorating after he was injured during a battle in Hajin last year.

Aug 22, 2019

Why Pakistan wants UN to remove Priyanka Chopra as goodwill ambassador?

The 37-year old actress who was appointed as the goodwill ambassador in 2016 was criticised over her tweet hailing the Indian Army after the Balakot airstrike.

Aug 22, 2019

France likely to offer 2 additional squadrons of Rafale to India

The latest offer for the same number of aircraft would cost considerably lesser as India has already made payments for fixed costs covering India-specific enhancements, training equipment, and infrastructure.

Aug 22, 2019

Delhi Dalit protest turns violent; Here's all to know about Guru Ravidas temple demolition

Thousands of people are protesting against the demolition of Guru Ravidas temple in the Tughlakabad forest area.

Aug 22, 2019

Will BJP in Karnataka reintroduce cow slaughter bill after Yatnal's petition?

Speculation is rife that the BJP government headed by Yediyurappa will reinstate Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Act, 2010.

Aug 22, 2019