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Mallard described the situation as intolerable but said he could not go to police as all submissions to the inquiry were made on the basis that they would be kept strictly confidential. (Photo: Twitter I Trevor Mallard)

New Zealand speaker shoes concern after inquiry exposes toxic work...

The inquiry's report said the unnamed man 'appeared to be part of a multi-year pattern of predatory behaviour'.

22 May 2019 11:47 AM IST

China and Pakistan had begun joint development and manufacture of the single-engine light JF-17 jets over a decade ago. (Representational Image)

China delivers first overhauled JF-17 fighter jet to Pakistan

JF17 is part of close defence cooperation between the two countries under which China has become a major supplier of...

22 May 2019 11:38 AM IST

As per 9 oclock this morning, there were 200 people hurt being brought to five hospitals, the Governor told broadcaster TVOne. (Photo: AP)

At least 6 dead, 200 injured in civil unrest following Indonesia...

'The number of people dead was six,' he said, adding that hospitals were conducting post mortems to determine the cause...

22 May 2019 10:47 AM IST

The Alaska air carrier involved in two deadly floatplane crashes in a week has voluntarily suspended operations. (Photo: AP)

US military intercepts 6 Russian bombers, fighters off Alaska coast

The Russian aircraft included two Tu-95 strategic bombers, which were intercepted by two F-22 fighters.

22 May 2019 9:27 AM IST

CPRL Vikram Bakshi on Thursday said he will challenge termination of franchise licence by McDonalds.

McDonald's faces 25 new sexual harassment complaints from workers

McDonald's has faced more than 50 such charges and lawsuits in the last three years, the ACLU said.

22 May 2019 9:22 AM IST

US President Donald Trump speaks about a state of emergency from the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC.

US stance on Iran 'deterrence, not about war': Pentagon chief

'Our biggest focus at this point is to prevent Iranian miscalculation. We do not want the situation to escalate,' he...

22 May 2019 9:04 AM IST

Dozens of families have sued Boeing over the Lion Air crash, and several lawsuits have been lodged over the Ethiopian crash. (Photo: AP)

Husband killed in Eithopian air crash, wife sues airliner for USD 276...

The crash of Ethiopian Airlines flight 302 near the capital Addis Ababa killed all 157 passengers and crew aboard.

22 May 2019 9:00 AM IST

Weve got to win tomorrow, Fred, Trump told a cheering rally crowd at a hangar at Williamsport Regional Airport. (Photo:AP)

Donald Trump swipes at Joe Biden, talks about 2020 chances in...

President Donald Trump voiced confidence on Monday in his ability to win a repeat victory in Pennsylvania in 2020.

21 May 2019 4:01 PM IST

A host of things are required out of the candidate. (Photo:AP)

Queen Elizabeth wants social media manager at a salary of Rs 26 lakhs...

The social media manager of the royal household will have to find 'new ways to maintain the Queen's presence in the...

21 May 2019 3:41 PM IST

Imran Khan claimed that people will be given the party tickets on the basis of merit and popularity in their respective constituencies. (Photo: File)

Bangladesh gets tough on Pakistan; restrict visa issuance to its...

Bangladesh, in its first step to isolate Pakistan from the international community, has restricted visa issuance for...

21 May 2019 2:51 PM IST

Last week, Sri Lanka placed all police stations in Colombo on high alert. (Photo:AP)

'Mother of satan' bombs reveal external meddling in SL easter attacks:...

Detectives said back-pack bombs used in the attacks on three churches and hotels were manufactured by local jihadists...

21 May 2019 2:23 PM IST

He said Indias absence hurts the credibility of the body. (Photo:ANI)

German Ambassador calls for India to have a permanent UNSC seat

Walter J. Lindner said India is needed to be present at the UNSC permanently.

21 May 2019 1:55 PM IST