India
Scores of Jallikattu Protesters Forcefully Evicted From Chennai's Marina Beach
In an early morning crackdown, the police here started removing scores of protesters who were demonstrating at the Marina beach for the past one week, demanding a permanent solution for holding Jallikattu.
Amid Jallikattu Row, Shiv Sena MP Seeks Rollback of Ban on Bullock Cart Races
Taking a cue from pro-Jallikattu protests in Tamil Nadu, a Shiv Sena MP from Pune has demanded lifting of ban on bullock cart racing in Maharashtra.
President Pranab Mukherjee Commutes Death Sentence of Four Convicts
In a rare gesture, President Pranab Mukherjee has set aside Union Home Ministry's recommendation and commuted the death sentence of four persons convicted of killing of 34 upper caste people in Bihar in 1992.
Militants Ambush Assam Rifles Vehicle; 4 Security Personnel, Ultras Killed
Suspected militants attacked an Assam Rifles vehicle escorting tourists, killing four including two personnel and injuring several others near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Sunday.
Hirakhand Express Accident: At Least 36 Dead, Rescue Operations on
At least 23 people were killed and more than 100 received serious injuries after Jagdalpur-Bhubaneswar Express derailed in Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh on Saturday night.
Jallikattu Protests: Madras High Court Declines to 'Interfere'
When it is so, even the High Court and Tamil Nadu government cannot do anything and moreover, Marina Road is not a place for any demonstrations. The court does not want to interfere at this stage," the bench said.
Pakistan Must Walk Away From Terror for Talks With India: PM Modi
In a clear message amidst the chill in bilateral ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday asked Pakistan to walk away from terror if it wants to have dialogue with India.
Sheena Bora Murder Case: Indrani Says She Wants to Divorce Peter Mukherjea
Indira and Peter Mukherjea have been married since 2002.
'We Cherish Our Soldiers. Don’t Drag Army Into TRP Race'
There is no real need for senior leadership to personally monitor routine administrative issues. It will only encourage more Tej Bahadur Yadavs.
I Preyed on Children, Sexually Abused Them, Confesses Delhi Tailor
In a shocking revelation, a middle aged tailor - who was arrested in an attempt case of molestation of two minor girls - has confessed that he had sexually abused around 500 children mostly girls in last 12 years.
Amar Singh Leaves for London for Treatment
I was undergoing treatment in London but was summoned due to the developments in New Delhi, now going back to complete my treatment, Amar Singh said.
'Outlier' China Blocking India's Entry Into Nuclear Suppliers Group, Says US
The outgoing Obama Administration has lashed out at China for blocking India from becoming a member of the Nuclear Suppliers Group by describing the Communist giant as an "outlier" in its effort to bring New Delhi on board the elite grouping.
NDMC Ties up With MTNL in 2nd Attempt at Offering Free Wi-Fi
With its ambitious Wi-Fi project in Connaught Place and Khan Market losing popularity due to poor connectivity, New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has now tied up with MTNL in a fresh attempt at offering free internet connectivity in its areas.
Allow Projects Only if They Have Waste Management Plan: NGT
Any development project, which is bound to generate waste and sewage, should not be granted clearance unless its plan provides for proper collection, processing and disposal of sewage and garbage, the National Green Tribunal has said.
Army Jawan Pratap Singh Sits on Hunger Strike, Demands Justice
Lance Naik Yagya Pratap Singh - who alleged that soldiers are being exploited by their officers - sat on a hunger strike in demand of justice.
Centre Moves SC for Lifting Ban on 10-year-old Diesel Vehicles
The Centre on Friday moved the Supreme Court seeking the lifting of the ban on 10-year-old diesel vehicles in Delhi and NCR, saying it was affecting the economically weaker section of people.