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Rockets fired on Afghan presidential palace.

Logar province falls into Taliban hands; "Country in deep crisis," says Afghan President

President Ghani said his government has begun consultations at home and abroad and the outcome will be shared with the public soon

Aug 14, 2021

Afghan Regional Conference to reject legitimacy if Taliban takes over Afghanistan by force

As the situation in Afghanistan worsens, international diplomatic efforts are underway. India, as President of the United Nations Security Council, hosted a meeting on Afghanistan earlier this month

Aug 13, 2021

Archaeologists Discover Remains Of Ancient Roman Plague Victims (Representational Image) [Wikimedia Commons/Yasser Nazmi]

Large wooden structure found inside the walls of city of Troy; Turkish archaeologists say it's the Trojan Horse

Professors from Boston University have also said that carbon dating tests and other analysis have all suggested that the wooden pieces date from the 12th or 11th centuries BC.

Aug 11, 2021

Bereft of female doctors, women left to die but not allowed male doctors to treat: Afghan women recall Taliban days

Taliban seeks list of women aged 12 to 45, to turn girls into "sex slaves" and "fighters"

It has already been made clear that women cannot step out without a male escort, can get education only if the teacher is a female and anyone defying rules, "will be seriously dealt with."

Aug 11, 2021

Taliban forces capture Mi-35 chopper gifted by India; Seize 3 major provincial capitals

Although it's a matter of concern for Indian defence authorities, the Taliban cannot use the chopper without trained pilots

Aug 11, 2021

Terrorist masquerading as journalist arrested with grenades minutes after a grenade attack in Srinagar

The terrorist-journalist was already arrested in the year 2019 for providing logistic support to dreaded terrorists.

Aug 10, 2021

The throw that saved India at Tokyo; Who is Subedar Neeraj Chopra; India's first athlete Olympian

Joining the Indian Army played a key role in his favour as he could support his family financially and continue training for Olympics

Aug 7, 2021

Locals flee to Iran border as Talibans capture Zaranj, 1st provincial capital

Following the Taliban attack, hundreds of residents of Zaranj city fled to the area bordering Iran in desperation

Aug 7, 2021

Children's short-sightedness on rise amid Covid lockdown with increased use of mobiles, computer screens [Study]

Covid limitations increased myopia in children, according to researchers from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, New cases of short-sightedness were higher among children in the Covid-19 group.

Aug 4, 2021

Renwoned mountaineer Ali Sadpara's son discovers father's body on K2 [details inside]

Late Ali Sadpara, a prominent mountaineer who went missing with two others on their winter summit attempt on the mighty K2, was discovered dead by his son Sajid Ali Sadpara.

Jul 30, 2021

Why is South Korea developing "Iron-Dome" style defence system [Explainer]

Last month, the South Korean government had announced that it would spend $ 2.6 billion on research and development of this new system.

Jul 28, 2021

7-yr-old girl helps NASA discover 7 asteroids; Meet the world's youngest astronomer

At the age of two, she asked her mother for a star and her parents handed over a toy star to her. It's only later they came to know what she truly meant by a star

Jul 27, 2021

Taliban inches closer to Kabul: Afghan Army Chief postpones official visit to India [details]

It is to be noted that General MM Naravane, Ahmadzai's Indian equivalent, was set to meet with him, as well as National Security Adviser Ajit Doval including other top security brass.

Jul 26, 2021

No clearance given to Chinese firm DJI's drones, they're still danger to national security, says Pentagon

Drones made by China's Da Jiang Innovations (DJI) Systems continue to pose a threat to national security, says Pentagon which had previously barred the use of all commercial off-the-shelf drones, regardless of manufacturer, due to cybersecurity concerns.

Jul 26, 2021

Tokyo Olympics: India opens medals tally as weightlifter Mirabai Chanu wins silver

This is India's second medal in the sport after Karnam Malleswari won bronze in the 69kg category at the 2000 Sydney Olympics

Jul 24, 2021

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Logar province falls into Taliban hands; "Country in deep crisis," says Afghan President

Afghan Regional Conference to reject legitimacy if Taliban takes over Afghanistan by force

Large wooden structure found inside the walls of city of Troy; Turkish archaeologists say it's the Trojan Horse

Taliban seeks list of women aged 12 to 45, to turn girls into "sex slaves" and "fighters"

Taliban forces capture Mi-35 chopper gifted by India; Seize 3 major provincial capitals

Terrorist masquerading as journalist arrested with grenades minutes after a grenade attack in Srinagar

The throw that saved India at Tokyo; Who is Subedar Neeraj Chopra; India's first athlete Olympian

Locals flee to Iran border as Talibans capture Zaranj, 1st provincial capital

Children's short-sightedness on rise amid Covid lockdown with increased use of mobiles, computer screens [Study]

Renwoned mountaineer Ali Sadpara's son discovers father's body on K2 [details inside]

Why is South Korea developing "Iron-Dome" style defence system [Explainer]

7-yr-old girl helps NASA discover 7 asteroids; Meet the world's youngest astronomer

Taliban inches closer to Kabul: Afghan Army Chief postpones official visit to India [details]

No clearance given to Chinese firm DJI's drones, they're still danger to national security, says Pentagon

Tokyo Olympics: India opens medals tally as weightlifter Mirabai Chanu wins silver

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh