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At least 18 people died and dozens were feared trapped in rubble after a strong earthquake struck off Aceh province on Indonesias Sumatra Island. (Representational Image)

Major 7.3 quake hits off eastern Indonesia: USGS

The province was also hit by a 6.9-magnitude tremor last week but no extensive damage was reported.

14 July 2019 3:51 PM IST

The protests have a common refrain: Hong Kongs government, led by a non-democratically elected chief executive, is not addressing the peoples concerns. (Photo: AP)

Clashes erupt as Hong Kong protest targets Chinese traders

After issuing warning, police moved forward to disperse crowd of young protesters who say peaceful demonstrations failed...

14 July 2019 1:39 PM IST

Ershad, who was also a prolific poet, was the head of the countrys armed forces in 1982. (Photo: Facebook/Hussain Muhammad Ershad)

Muhammad Ershad, former Bangladesh military dictator dies at 89

He passed away due to complications from old age, Kazi Firoz Rashid, a longtime colleague and lawmaker from his Jatiya...

14 July 2019 1:11 PM IST

There was a continuous exchange of fire between the terrorists and police personnel. (Photo: ANI)

11 killed in Afghanistan hotel attack, Taliban claims responsibility

The siege came to an end after seven hours and three terrorists were killed while two others were arrested, according to...

14 July 2019 12:19 PM IST

Shanghai is piloting a programme set for eventual nationwide adoption in what would likely be the worlds largest waste separation and recycling scheme. ( Photo: AFP)

Shanghai battles against China's rising mountain of trash

Shanghai launched Chiana's most ambitious garbage separation and recycling programme ever.

14 July 2019 12:02 PM IST

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe (Photo: AFP)

Sri Lanka PM to appear before Parliamentary committee to probe Easter...

PM said that the government hopes to adopt laws to curb terrorism while looking forward to working with international...

13 July 2019 4:00 PM IST

China has sought to gain support for defending global trade agreements against Trumps America First stance in gatherings like the G-20. (Photo: AP)

Don't play with fire':â€‰China warns US over Taiwan arms deal

China's latest statement came as Taiwan President was in New York en route to four Caribbean allies, a trip that has...

13 July 2019 12:09 PM IST

At least 18 people died and dozens were feared trapped in rubble after a strong earthquake struck off Aceh province on Indonesias Sumatra Island. (Representational Image)

51 injured as quake rocks southern Philippines

The country's most recent deadly quake occurred in April when at least 11 people were killed in a 6.3-magnitude temblor.

13 July 2019 10:58 AM IST

The MEAs comments came a day after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said he will not allow Pakistani soil to be used for terror. (Photo:AP)

Will not open airspace until India withdraws fighter jets from forward...

The CAA official also contested India's claim that Delhi had opened its airspace for Pakistan, the report said.

12 July 2019 7:03 PM IST

Ive rarely seen a protest like that, its very sad to see, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, adding that he hoped the matter gets solved. (Photo ANI)

China says Xi urged Trump to ease sanctions on North Korea during G-20...

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said that Xi briefed Trump on China's position on North Korea when they met on...

12 July 2019 3:46 PM IST

People residing near the rivers especially the Terai region have been advised to be cautious till Saturday. (Photo: ANI | Representative)

Nepal issues warning as water level of major rivers likely to rise

Level of 4 major river basins inside Kathmandu valley- Bagmati, Bishnumati, Manohara, Nakkhu rivers to rise above alert...

12 July 2019 3:13 PM IST

A source said that all airlines were intimated on the development a long time back and no flights will be scheduled during the affected time period. (Photo: ANI)

Plane skids off runway in Kathmandu, flights disrupted

The domestic flight with a call sign 9N-AMM was flying from western city Nepalgunj when it veered off the runway while...

12 July 2019 3:02 PM IST