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Mahathir, who is serving his second term in office after storming to a shock election victory last year, has a reputation as something of a financial maverick.

Malaysia PM proposes common Asia trading currency

Mohamad Mahathir said the proposed currency could be used for regional trade.

30 May 2019 2:52 PM IST

A spokesperson for Pakistans Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said, The closure will continue until June 14. (Photo: ANI I Representational)

Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft till June 14

The closure mainly affects flights from Europe to Southeast Asia.

30 May 2019 11:11 AM IST

The pre-election cover by Aatish Taseer was acclaimed by Modis critics as divider by a global media powerhouse. (Photo:AP)

Changing times: 'TIME' mag now says 'Narendra Modi has united India'

Manoj Ladwa, the writer, credited Modi's emergence as a unifier to his origins in backward class.

29 May 2019 1:15 PM IST

Rare earths are a group of 17 chemical elements used in everything from high-tech consumer electronics to military equipment. (Photo:AP)

'Dont say we didn't warn you': China hints tit for tat in US trade war

Xi's visit to a rare earths plant last week fuelled speculation that China would use its dominant position as a supplier...

29 May 2019 10:22 AM IST

The militants opened fire on security forces, triggering a gunbattle in which two ultras were killed. (Photo: Representational | File)

Afghanistan: 15 militants killed in multiple operations

The forces have also detained four militants, and a tunnel used by the Taliban has also been destroyed.

28 May 2019 3:14 PM IST

Footage broadcast on local TV stations showed multiple police cars, ambulances and fire engines at the scene. (Photo:AP)

2 Dead, 17 injured in Japan mass stabbing

The fire department said 17 others were injured in the attack, among them more children.

28 May 2019 8:19 AM IST

Police have arrested nine people in connection with Sundays blasts. (Photo:AP)

Terror grips Nepal: Bombs planted at various locations, vehicles...

A parked truck was set on fire in the Nawal district, while a bus was found burned down in the Surkhet district of...

27 May 2019 4:09 PM IST

Believe it or not, cocaine is a very common environmental contaminant - it is well known that it is present on many bank notes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Japanese man dies in flight after consuming 246 cocaine packets

The prosecutor's office says other passengers reported seeing the man convulsing in the early hours of Friday.

27 May 2019 1:39 PM IST

Both leaders had also emphasised the need to improve connectivity between the two countries. (Photo:AP)

PM Modi likely to visit Maldives for first bilateral visit after...

This was followed by Sohil's visit to India in December after New Delhi had announced financial assistance of USD 1.4...

27 May 2019 1:21 PM IST

On Sunday, Trump tweeted that he expected big moves on trade would wait until after Japans upper house election in July. (Photo:AP)

Trump addresses Japan over trade gap, expects good things' from North...

Trump explicitly linked trade and security, a link that disturbs Tokyo, whose alliance with US stands at the core of its...

27 May 2019 10:52 AM IST

Dining with Abe and their wives at a typical Tokyo grill restaurant on Sunday, Trump said he had a great time and was looking forward to meeting Naruhito. (Photo:AP)

Trump becomes first foreign leader to meet Japan's new Emperor

After calling on Naruhito in the morning, Trump and his avowed close friend Abe will meet for summit talks and have...

27 May 2019 8:48 AM IST

The militants opened fire on security forces, triggering a gunbattle in which two ultras were killed. (Photo: Representational | File)

ISIS member among 4 terrorists killed by Afghan special forces

Six other ISIS terrorists sustained injuries during the operation, reported Sputnik.

26 May 2019 12:58 PM IST