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Iceland Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson

Thirteen years after it broke, paedophile scandal brings down Iceland government

Many months ago, father of Iceland Prime Minister, Benedikt Sveinsson, drafted a letter of recommendation for convicted paedophile Sigurjon Hauksson, arguing he should have his "honour restored".

Sep 17, 2017

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte: I will declare martial law if I want to. Nobody can stop me

Philippines' Duterte asks head of human rights agency: "Are you a paedophile?"

Rodrigo Duterte made this allegation against the Commission on Human Rights as he focussed on the killing of teenagers in the government's bloody war on drugs.

Sep 17, 2017

British police arrest 2nd man over London train bomb

A second man has been arrested over Friday's bomb attack on a London underground train that injured 30 people, the police said on Sunday. Read to know more.

Sep 17, 2017

Sushma Swaraj packs super diplomacy schedule for UNGA session

Terrorism will be among the key issues that will be raised by India in UN General Assembly.

Sep 17, 2017

At least 30 Burundian refugees killed in clashes in Congo

The refugees were protesting against a plan to send some of them home.

Sep 17, 2017

Bengaluru: Pedestrian knocked down by mini-truck while trying to avoid potholes; loses leg

The pedestrian was walking on the Tumakuru road which is full of potholes when the accident took place. Read on to know more about the trauma of the victim who lost his leg.

Sep 17, 2017

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Sardar Sarovar Dam

Sardar Sarovar Dam - 10 facts: World's second biggest, covers more than double its cost by selling power

Nearly six decades ago, the foundation stone for this project was laid by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on April 5, 1961 and its constriction began in 1987.

Sep 17, 2017

Goa Police's Malayalam blues delayed FIR against Congress MLA for 4 years

Translation of property deeds from Malayalam to English was among the key reasons that delayed a probe into Goa Congress MLA Chandrakant Kavlekar's disproportionate assets for four years. Read to know more.

Sep 17, 2017

Bengaluru woman kills herself after husband rebukes her for serving tasteless sambar

The victim's husband alleged that she served him tasteless sambar as she did not like taking care of him. This prompted the woman to kill herself. Read on to know more.

Sep 17, 2017

Juggalos rally in Washington DC against gang identification

Thousands of Juggalos gathered in Washington DC for a rally against the gang identification of the group by the FBI in 2011.

Sep 17, 2017

A Rohingya refugee girl sits next to her mother who rests after crossing the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, in Teknaf, Bangladesh.

Rohingya crisis: India can't stand by both Myanmar and Bangladesh

New Delhi has tried to be close with both Myanmar and Bangladesh who are at odds over the Rohingya crisis. It shows New Delhi has a major challenge to meet on the issue as a miscalculation would help China's cause.

Sep 17, 2017

Prime Minister Modi turns 67: Nation to observe Sewa Divas today

The prime minister will dedicate the Sardar Sarovar Dam, constructed on the Narmada river, to the nation on his 68th birthday.

Sep 17, 2017

West Bengal: Class 11 student kills self after getting scolding for Facebook addiction

A class 11 student in West Bengal was found hanging lifeless at her house after she was scolded for spending excessive time on Facebook. Read to know more.

Sep 17, 2017

Marshal of Indian Air Force Arjan Singh passes away: Here are 10 facts about India's oldest-serving soldier

He is remembered for his contributions during World War II in his operational tenure in Burma.

Sep 17, 2017

Nations meet in Montreal to discuss progress on climate-change deal

Saturday's gathering was organized by Canada, China and the European Union to open dialogue between major industrialized nations and developing countries.

Sep 17, 2017

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Thirteen years after it broke, paedophile scandal brings down Iceland government

Philippines' Duterte asks head of human rights agency: "Are you a paedophile?"

British police arrest 2nd man over London train bomb

Sushma Swaraj packs super diplomacy schedule for UNGA session

At least 30 Burundian refugees killed in clashes in Congo

Bengaluru: Pedestrian knocked down by mini-truck while trying to avoid potholes; loses leg

Sardar Sarovar Dam - 10 facts: World's second biggest, covers more than double its cost by selling power

Goa Police's Malayalam blues delayed FIR against Congress MLA for 4 years

Bengaluru woman kills herself after husband rebukes her for serving tasteless sambar

Juggalos rally in Washington DC against gang identification

Rohingya crisis: India can't stand by both Myanmar and Bangladesh

Prime Minister Modi turns 67: Nation to observe Sewa Divas today

West Bengal: Class 11 student kills self after getting scolding for Facebook addiction

Marshal of Indian Air Force Arjan Singh passes away: Here are 10 facts about India's oldest-serving soldier

Nations meet in Montreal to discuss progress on climate-change deal

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]