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The vessel carrying 56 people was intercepted by Malaysian maritime authorities near the northwestern island of Langkawi (Photo: AFP)

Dozens of Rohingyas reach Malaysian shores as Thailand closes doors

Many Rohingyas ended up in Muslim-majority Malaysia and Indonesia because Thailand stuck to a policy of not accepting...

3 April 2018 6:36 PM IST

The judgement came almost 12 years after these policemen were booked for killing Dara Singh in a fake encounter case. The court had completed the trial last month and reserved the verdict after hearing arguments from both the sides.

After 20 yrs, Pakistan SC acquits woman, 2 others in triple murder...

In 1998, Asma Nawab was alleged to have orchestrated the murder of her parents and brother over a love marriage, Geo TV...

3 April 2018 6:35 PM IST

Kristopher D Paro, shot and killed his father, Kevin D Paro, 58, in the woods behind his house in Sandy Creek, New York, mistaking him for a deer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Oh deer: Japan's Nara Park issues tips to prevent tourists from animal...

Authorities have also issued tips on feeding the hundreds of animals that attract tourists from around the world.

3 April 2018 6:10 PM IST

We have religious concerns about the fate of the holy mosque in Jerusalem and about the rights of the Palestinian people. This is what we have. We dont have any objection against any other people, Prince Mohammed said. (Photo: File)

As Israel, Saudi draw closer, crown prince asserts 'right to own land'

Saudi Arabia - birthplace of Islam and home to its holiest shrines - does not recognise Israel.

3 April 2018 6:01 PM IST

Local officials have offered lodging in town squares and empty warehouses or arranged transport for the migrants, participants in a journey organized by the immigrant advocacy group Pueblo Sin Fronteras. (Photo: AP)

Migrant caravan heading to US border puts Mexico in tough spot with...

Local officials have offered lodging and arranged transport for the migrants, in a journey organized by immigrant...

3 April 2018 3:43 PM IST

Madikizela-Mandela was married to Nelson Mandela from 1958 to 1996. Mandela, who died in 2013, was imprisoned throughout most of their marriage. (Photo: AP)

'Mother of the Nation' Nelson Mandela's ex-wife passes away at 81

'She succumbed peacefully in the early hours of Monday afternoon surrounded by her family and loved ones.'

3 April 2018 3:38 PM IST

Shahid Khaqan Abbasis statement late on Sunday night, came after Indian security forces on Sunday gunned down 13 militants in three counter-insurgency operations that also claimed the lives of three Army jawans and four civilians in Anantnag. (Photo: File)

Pak PM Abbasi says India launching 'brutal crackdown' in Kashmir

'The brutal crackdown and use of pellet guns on civilians who were protesting against the killing is deplorable,' Abbasi...

3 April 2018 3:17 PM IST

In karma yoga, there is a desire, but not for material comforts and enjoyment. (Representational image)

Singapore: Indian yoga instructor convicted for molesting woman

Rakesh Kumar Prasad was sentenced to a nine-month jail term along with a fine of 1,000 Singapore dollar by the court on...

3 April 2018 2:55 PM IST

The bill also proposes to enables F 1 student visa holders to seek permanent resident status while a student or during Optional Practical Training (OPT). (Photo ;PTI | Representational)

Indian companies have dramatically reduced H-1B visa filing: US daily

Owing to Trump administration's hardline anti-immigration stance, foreign nationals are reluctant to work for US-based...

3 April 2018 2:40 PM IST

Hafiz Saeed who walked free on November 24 was back to his ranting on Kashmir Valley. (Photo: AFP)

US designates Hafiz Saeed's MML as terrorist outfit

Setback to Saeed's political ambitions as move comes ahead of Pakistan general elections which are to be held in July...

3 April 2018 12:45 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hand with US President Donald Trump during a bilateral meeting in Manila, Philippines. (Photo: PTI)

Indo-Pacific strategy: India can play a 'weighty role', says US

A top state department official stated that India has the 'capability and potential' to become an influential player.

3 April 2018 11:12 AM IST

Winnie Mandela dies at 81

Most of Winnie's marriage to Nelson was spent apart, with Nelson imprisoned for 27 years.

3 April 2018 7:24 AM IST