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Imran Khan declared his victory on Thursday and dismissed the allegations of fraud calling it the most transparent election in Pakistans history. (Photo: AP)

Pakistan: Imran Khan gives written apology to EC for violating...

The ECP had sought a signed apology from the PTI Chairperson for casting his vote publicly instead of going behind the...

10 Aug 2018 6:26 PM IST

The announcement of the sanctions prompted Russian stocks and the ruble to tumble on Thursday. (Photo: AP)

Further sanctions will be seen as 'declaration of economic war':...

The warning came after the US unveiled a raft of new sanctions against Russia over its alleged use of Novichok nerve...

10 Aug 2018 6:20 PM IST

The police confirmed multiple fatalities in the shooting incident. (Representational Image)

Four people, including 2 cops, killed in Canada shooting: Police

The Fredericton police said in a post on Twitter the incident was ongoing and there were multiple fatalities.

10 Aug 2018 6:14 PM IST

Passengers walk through the empty departure hall of the Schoenefeld airport near Berlin on Friday. (Photo: AP)

Ryanair pilots strike in several European countries, 400 flights...

Strikes were called in Germany, Sweden, Ireland, Belgium and the Netherlands.

10 Aug 2018 5:23 PM IST

Terrified residents described heavy gunfire, and a government building set on fire, while security forces tried to beat insurgents back. (Photo: Twitter/AFP)

US launches airstrikes as Taliban attack Afghan city

At least one Afghan soldier has been killed and seven others wounded in the fighting, provincial governor spokesman Arif...

10 Aug 2018 3:01 PM IST

The ECP uploaded a letter on its website in which the presiding officer of polling station number 45 in Washuk district has made the claim. (Photo: AP)

Abducted by security forces, forced to give fake results: Pak poll...

The official claimed he was abducted by security forces, forced to submit form 45 with fake number of votes to favour an...

10 Aug 2018 1:45 PM IST

Melanias parents, Viktor and Amalija Knavs, were sworn in as US citizens at a federal immigration court in New York City on Thursday. (Photo: AP)

Melania Trump's parents become US citizens through 'chain migration'...

Donald Trump has previously called chain migration system one of the 'dumbest laws on immigration' and a pathway for...

10 Aug 2018 12:47 PM IST

Gaya MP Hari Manjhis son Rahul Manjhi, along with his friend, was arrested by the police in a drunken state on Sunday and was sent to Gaya central jail for violating prohibition law. (Representational image)

Police chief's son arrested for assault on elderly Sikh man in...

The accused have been charged with attempted robbery, elder abuse and assault with a deadly weapon.

9 Aug 2018 7:14 PM IST

Wiraphon was convicted of money laundering, fraud and violating the Computer Crime Act for raising funds online, a Bangkok court official said. (Photo: AP)

Disgraced former monk sentenced to 114 years in jail by Thai court

Wiraphon Sukphon had made headlines in 2013 when videos emerged of him sporting designer sunglasses and bag on a private...

9 Aug 2018 6:47 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)

Our govt will build balanced, trustworthy relationship with US, says...

Relations with the US had nosedived after President Trump accused Islamabad of 'lies and deceit' and providing 'safe...

9 Aug 2018 6:29 PM IST

On July 26, a spokesperson for the United Nations entity, also known as UN-Women, said that the probes subject remains on administrative leave and that while still on UN payroll, the person is not currently performing any active function. (Photo: Twitter/@ravikarkara)

UN senior adviser accused of sexual misconduct by 8 men, under...

Sources with knowledge of the investigation said that the official had used his prestige and position to sexually harass...

9 Aug 2018 6:03 PM IST

The attack took place in the Dahyan market in Saada province, a stronghold of the rebels known as Houthis, the elders said. The province lies along the border with Saudi Arabia. (Representational/AP)

Attack on bus carrying children kills at least 20, wounds 35 in Yemen:...

The airstrike hit a bus that was ferrying civilians, including many school children.

9 Aug 2018 5:47 PM IST