India
Police constable dismissed for sodomising 8-year-old
A senior police officer said that the constable has been dismissed from service following the incident.
3 arrested for human trafficking, 20 girls rescued: Police
The minors have been handed over to Child Welfare Committee, while the elder girls were allowed to leave.
Moderate Rohani wins Iran's presidential election
Rohani's nearest rival was conservative Tehran Mayor Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, a long way behind with less than 16 per cent.
Governor will look into resettlement demands: Subodh Kant Sahay
Congress MP Subodh Kant Sahay today said that Jharkhand Governor Syed Ahmed has assured that he would look into the demand for "resettlement" of residents at Islam Nagar, which was raged two years ago. The former union minister led a delegation of 'Ulemas...
First Ferrari winner Gonzalez dies at 90
Jose Froilan Gonzalez in 1951 became the first driver to win a Formula One world championship grand prix for Ferrari.
Nitish is an opportunist aiming to corner Muslim votes: Lalu
Making a scathing attack on his rival, RJD President Lalu Prasad on Saturday described Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as "opportunist" and said his protest over Narendra Modi was "charade" for cornering Muslim votes. "Nitish Kumar's opposition to Narendra Mo...
Telangana issue: Osmania University student commits suicide
The body was found hanging from a tree opposite the library on the University campus.
Russia says illegal to impose Syria no-fly zone from Jordan
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday any attempt to enforce a no-fly zone over Syria using F-16 fighter jets and Patriot missiles from Jordan would violate international law.
Gehlot grants Rs 145 Crore for cowsheds
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has approved a grant of Rs 145 crore for the registered cow sheds (Gaushala) and feed for the cattle development in the state.
'Ship of Theseus' message will impress audience: Kiran Rao
A story about human values, 'Ship of Theseus' features three characters - an experimental photographer, ailing intellectual monk and a stock broker.
Two armed men loot Rs 40 lakh from power plant's vehicle
Two motorcycle-borne armed men looted Rs 40 lakh from a vehicle belonging to a private power firm near here in Chhattisgarh on Friday, police said.
Pakistan envoy discusses trade ties with Anand Sharma
Sources said both countries wanted to resume talks on commercial and trade cooperation.
Jammu and Kashmir officials asked to ensure power supply
The minister took stock of the constraints in meeting the demand of power and called for evolving a mechanism wherein maximum respite is provided to the people.
Maha govt plans financial aid for rape, acid attack survivors
The compensation for the survivors will range from Rs 50,000 to Rs 2 lakh in normal cases and Rs 3 lakh in severe attacks.
Navy officers approach HC to quash proceedings
The High Court had criticised police last week for 'protecting' the higher officials in the Navy in the case.
Jean-Eric Vergne eyes Silverstone after strong Montreal
The Toro Rosso driver is confident after his best F1 finish and said the result left him gunning for more.