Politics

Japanese Ambassador to India Kenji Hiramatsu

Doklam standoff: As Japan sides with India, China rakes up 1962 war yet again

Japan on Thursday, August 17, threw its weight behind India in its standoff with China over the Doklam region. Read to know more.

Aug 18, 2017

Could President Trump be impeached? Questions float as Trumps approval rate dips to the lowest

A recent survey shows nearly 40% of Americans supports the impeachment of Trump, a huge jump from Februarys 30%.

Aug 17, 2017

Twitter reacts to President Trumps claim that American culture is being ripped apart

President Trump tweeted it was sad to see the history and culture of our great country being ripped apart with the removal of our beautiful statues and monuments with regards to the nationwide push to take down Confederate monuments.

Aug 17, 2017

Controversy over plans for Big Ben to fall silent until 2021

Londons iconic landmark, the Elizabeth Tower and its Big Ben bell, is undergoing repair work, meaning it is scheduled to stay silent for four years. However, some have questioned the plans, including U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May. Now parliament officials have claimed they will review the decision.

Aug 17, 2017

Bellandur Lake in Bengaluru froths like never before

Bengaluru's Bellandur Lake froths like never before; CM says problem will be solved in 1 or 2 years [VIDEO]

After Bengaluru witnessed the heaviest rain in a day in August in a century, Bellandur Lake once again spilt toxic foam, on Thursday. According to reports, this time the froth was worse than it has ever been before.

Aug 17, 2017

Where will the total solar eclipse be visible?

Total Solar Eclipse 2017: What, When, Where and How long will it be? [VIDEO]

The Delhi-based SPACE organisation will live-stream the upcoming August 21 total solar eclipse on a YouTube channel for the Indian audience.

Aug 17, 2017

Trump disbands business councils after CEOs quit in protest

After numerous CEOs left in protest at the White Houses handling of violence in Charlottesville, US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (16 August) that he would be disbanding two advisory groups made up of business leaders.

Aug 17, 2017

Doklam Standoff: Chinese media's racist video mocks India over border conflict

Chinese media organisations have been consistently accusing the Indian government and its military of intruding into Chinese territory.

Aug 17, 2017

China tells US and North Korea to hit the brakes on threats

China is urging both countries to work towards a peaceful solution amid escalating tension surrounding nuclear threats.

Aug 17, 2017

Who is Hope Hicks, Trumps new communications director?

President Trumps longtime aide Hope Hicks will serve as the interim White House director of communications. Hickss current title is director of strategic communications, controlling who gets access to the president and working behind-the-scenes. Shes considered one of Trumps most valued advisers.

Aug 17, 2017

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