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US militarising South China Sea, Beijing says

The U.S had accused China of raising tensions in the South China Sea, citing satellite imagery showing missile systems on a disputed island.

Feb 20, 2016

North Korea said on Friday that it has successfully tested a new high-precision, tactical guided missile, threatening South Korea.

North Korea conducts firing drill, shots heard on South Korean island

South Korea's military reportedly said North Korea fired artillery shots "several times" at about 7:20 a.m. local time.

Feb 20, 2016

UK deal with European Union to give Britain 'special status'

British Prime Minister David Cameron struck a deal with European Union leaders, Friday.

Feb 20, 2016

NHRC: Kanhaiya faced psychological pressure during interrogation

The NHRC said in a areport that the Delhi police "dictated" the statement written by Kanhaiya Kumar.

Feb 19, 2016

Kalikho Pul of Congress becomes next chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh

The President's rule, which was imposed on Jan. 26 following the political turmoil in the state, was lifted earlier on Feb. 19.

Feb 19, 2016

20 killed in Cameroon market suicide attack

Another attack took place near a school in Tokombere town of Cameroon.

Feb 19, 2016

Isis: US says no sign Daesh has missing radioactive material

The US State Department said on 17 February it was aware of reports that radioactive material has gone missing from a storage facility near the southern Iraqi city of Basra but has seen no sign that Islamic State (Isis) or other militant groups have acquired it.

Feb 19, 2016

UPSC main written exam results 2015 announced: Check civil service results online

The Personality Test of the candidates is expected to begin on March 8.

Feb 19, 2016

Libya: 40 killed in US airstrikes on ISIS camp

Most of the killed were Tunisians and were probably members of ISIS, according to reports.

Feb 19, 2016

Jat quota stir: Curfew in violence-hit Rohtak, Bhiwani; shoot-at-sight order issued

The protesters are demanding reservation for the Jat community people under the OBC category.

Feb 19, 2016

Kenyan officials hunt for lions that escaped from Nairobi National Park

A lioness and a cub has returned safely to the park, a Kenya Wildlife Service spokesperson said.

Feb 19, 2016

Barack Obama hosts Black History Month at White House

US President Barack Obama greeted hundreds of guests in the East Room of the White House on 18 February to celebrate Black History Month, calling on individuals to honour African American history with an eye to guiding the future.

Feb 19, 2016