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China could overtake Australia as biggest donor to Pacific

China and Australia have been competing over the size of donation to the Pacific Region. If China holds good on its promise, it could become the largest benefactor for the region.

Aug 10, 2018

Brazil suffers record murder tally in 2017; 3.7% increase from 2016

The state of Rio Grande do Norte had the highest murder rate in 2017, with 68 murders per 100,000 people, followed by Acre, in the far west of the country bordering Peru, with 63.9 per 100,000 people.

Aug 10, 2018

Imran Khan to be sworn in as Pakistan Prime Minister on August 18: Report

While earlier reports indicated the PTI chief Imran Khan would be sworn in on August 14, a day before Pakistan's Independence Day, local media reported PTI leader Faisal Javed saying that Khan will be taking oath on August 18.

Aug 10, 2018

Melania Trumps Parents Sworn In As U.S. Citizens

Did Melania Trump use her husband's controversial 'chain migration' to get her parents' citizenship?

US First Lady Melania Trump has apparently used the controversial 'chain migration' opposed by her husband to get her parents' citizenship.

Aug 10, 2018

IIT-Bombay students 'question Modi's silence', oppose invitation sent to PM for convocation ceremony

The IIT-Bombay students said that they will not carry out protests or stop the Prime Minister from entering the campus. However, they do have certain questions that they wanted to raise to PM Modi.

Aug 10, 2018

World Biofuel Day: India to save crores with ethanol blending

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that this would help with farmers' income as well as contribute to a greener environment.

Aug 10, 2018

Stalin elevation as DMK chief confirmed? Party to hold executive committee meeting

The meeting has been convened to pass a resolution condoling the death of party President and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.

Aug 10, 2018

Kenya: Lawmakers reject report on sugar scandal amid bribery allegations

Kenyan lawmakers have rejected a report by two parliamentary committees that recommended the finance minister and a cabinet member be investigated over their handling of sugar imports, local newspapers reported on Friday.

Aug 10, 2018

SC condemns violence during protests; promises fast-track action against offenders

In wake of the recent acts of vandalism in the country, an angry apex court said that it will not wait for the government to amend the existing law.

Aug 10, 2018

Ryanair pilots' strike grounds 400 flights across Europe; shares dip 1%

The pilots are protesting against the lack of negotiations on wages. A similar incident occurred in July when the cabin crew went on strike and 300 flights were grounded.

Aug 10, 2018

Mumbai: Schoolgirl dies, 30 other students fall sick of suspected medicine poisoning

More than 100 other students were taken to hospital by anxious parents for a precautionary check-up after the incident.

Aug 10, 2018

Nursing student pushed to death by friend after argument over crush in Bengaluru hotel

Ronak Choudhary, a private nursing college student, had come to Bengaluru from his hometown to attend his exams along with his friends Royal Choudhary and Apoorva Choudhary.

Aug 10, 2018

Extraterrestrial shockproof? Researcher spots 'alien' ship submerged in Bermuda triangle

The UFO researcher strongly assured that he has never seen such an amazing structure never in his career

Aug 10, 2018

Madhya Pradesh: Hostel director arrested for repeatedly raping deaf-mute girl

The speech and hearing impaired victim narrated her ordeal to her family, following which the family members lodged a complaint with Indore police.

Aug 10, 2018

Bengaluru now has 75 lakh registered vehicles; Namma Metro to the rescue soon?

More people are opting for private transport or cab services since the public transport has taken a hit with the increased vehicles on the road. With a 130% increase in the number of vehicles registered in the last decade, Namma Metro seems to be the only beacon of hope to ease the congestion.

Aug 10, 2018

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China could overtake Australia as biggest donor to Pacific

Brazil suffers record murder tally in 2017; 3.7% increase from 2016

Imran Khan to be sworn in as Pakistan Prime Minister on August 18: Report

Did Melania Trump use her husband's controversial 'chain migration' to get her parents' citizenship?

IIT-Bombay students 'question Modi's silence', oppose invitation sent to PM for convocation ceremony

World Biofuel Day: India to save crores with ethanol blending

Stalin elevation as DMK chief confirmed? Party to hold executive committee meeting

Kenya: Lawmakers reject report on sugar scandal amid bribery allegations

SC condemns violence during protests; promises fast-track action against offenders

Ryanair pilots' strike grounds 400 flights across Europe; shares dip 1%

Mumbai: Schoolgirl dies, 30 other students fall sick of suspected medicine poisoning

Nursing student pushed to death by friend after argument over crush in Bengaluru hotel

Extraterrestrial shockproof? Researcher spots 'alien' ship submerged in Bermuda triangle

Madhya Pradesh: Hostel director arrested for repeatedly raping deaf-mute girl

Bengaluru now has 75 lakh registered vehicles; Namma Metro to the rescue soon?

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]