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Indian mother launches UK seat belt campaign in son's memor

We will never get over the loss of Amar. He was such a bright, intelligent, fun-loving boy, says Sukhi Atwal.

13 March 2017 5:56 PM IST

Farhan Sabir had gained popularity for his performances on the show.

Delhi-based singer Farhan Sabir wins season 2 of The Voice India

The audience picked Farhan as the winner of the singing reality show from the four contestants in the finale.

13 March 2017 5:29 PM IST

Yousafzai was shot by Taliban fighters in 2012 but miraculously survived. (Photo: AP)

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala offered place at UK university

The 19-year-old, currently preparing for her A-Levels at a girls' school in Birmingham, didn't reveal with University...

13 March 2017 8:14 AM IST

Preet Bharara. (Photo: AP)

Preet Bharara: The tenacious Indian-American prosecutor fired by Trump

The outspoken holdover from the Obama era refused to go quietly when the White House requested his resignation.

13 March 2017 7:56 AM IST

Italy has produced its share of elite sports people in the past but no-one quite like Leonardo Fioravanti, aged 19 and one of surfings most exciting talents. (Photo: Surfer.com)

Italy's Leonardo Fioravanti has an eye on surfing glory

At 15, Leonardo Fioravanti, he became European junior champion and gained the self-belief he needed to reach higher.

12 March 2017 11:23 AM IST

US President Donald Trump and daughter Ivanka Trump (Photo: AFP)

Ivanka Trump is exception to dad's 'buy American' rule

The first daughter's business has come under scrutiny since Nordstrom announced in February it would stop carrying her...

12 March 2017 10:57 AM IST

Star abroad, beggar at home, Delhi magician fights law

Star abroad, 'beggar' at home, Delhi magician fights law

Angered by country's lack of support for his industry he is taking on archaic laws that criminalise street performers.

12 March 2017 10:56 AM IST

Car enthusiast Mohammed Mohiedin Anis (Photo: AFP)

Aleppo car lover aims to revive his 'wounded' classics

Car enthusiast Mohammed Mohiedin Anis' 30-car collection has now been reduced to 20 through vehicles destroyed or stolen...

12 March 2017 9:32 AM IST

US: Melania Trump begins to embrace new role as first lady

In recent weeks, Mrs. Trump helped plan their first big White House social event, an annual, black-tie dinner for the...

11 March 2017 7:40 PM IST

Spelling the word correctly made her the youngest winner as it was earlier won by children in the age group of 8-10 years. (Photo: Youtube)

Girl spells Sanskrit word correctly to become youngest champion

Five-year-old Edith Fuller spelled the word Jnana correctly as soon as she got to know the origin

10 March 2017 8:50 PM IST

The mom was able to pick Alfie up again and he reluctantly handed the queen the bouquet.

Boy throws fit meeting Queen Elizabeth II

Little Alfie Lun was set to hand the queen flowers at the unveiling of a new war memorial in London

10 March 2017 8:11 PM IST

Anita Kumari appeared for her Class 10 exams in Baniapur village in the Saran district. (Photo: Youtube - for representational purpose only)

Disabled girl inspires people by writing exam with toes

After being affected by polio at the age of five, she was left with disabled hands

10 March 2017 5:20 PM IST