India
Kaimur DM sets an example, walks to office to save fuel
In a noble display of austerity to cut down fuel consumption in view of rise in prices of petrol, district head of Bihar's Kaimur district has decided to walk down to office and switch off generators during lunch break in offices.
Israel says Mediterranean missile launch was joint test with US
Russian radar detected the launch of two ballistic 'objects' towards the eastern Mediterranean from the sea on Tuesday.
Muzaffarnagar: Court rejects bail of eight riot accused
A local court on Tuesday rejected bail plea of eight persons arrested for rioting in violence-hit Kawal village of the district.
Delhi govt moves HC challenging order of FIR against Sheila Dikshit
The Delhi government on Tuesday moved the High Court challenging the trial court's order for lodging of FIR against Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit for alleged misuse of government funds in an advertisement campaign ahead of the 2008 Assembly polls.
UP shame: Three separate cases of rape reported in 24 hours
Three women were raped in separate incidents in the city, police said on Tuesday. A 28-year-old married woman was allegedly gangraped in Pisawava area on Monday by her neighbour Raghuraj and two others, they said. Raghuraj called the woman at his place an...
Dharamsala: Tibet museum celebrates 53rd anniversary of government-in-exile
The Tibetan government-in-exile, which came into existence formally in Dharamshala 53 years ago, on Monday asserted again its demand of equal rights for the people of Tibet in China, as enjoyed by other ethnic minorities there.
Sexual assault case: Asaram's bail plea hearing today
Asaram has been lodged in the Jodhpur central jail where hundreds of his followers gathered to protest against his arrest.
Middlemen responsible for high onion price, says Khurshid Bulandshahr, Sep 2 (PTI)
Union Minister Salman Khurshid has held middlemen responsible for the high cost of onions and said state governments should sternly deal with the issue.
Supreme Court seeks Centre's reply on plea to ban pentavalent vaccine
The Supreme Court on Monday sought response from the Centre on a PIL seeking its direction to ban use of pentavalent vaccine, which prevents diseases like Hepatitis-B and diphtheria in children.
Panel probing Odisha chit-fund scam extends deadline
The commission was appointed to probe the alleged fraud committed by chit-fund companies.
Morsi to face trial for inciting murder: State-run TV
Morsi and 14 other Muslim were subjected to charges "of committing acts of violence, and inciting the killing" in December 2012.
Food Security Bill expected to be in Rajya Sabha on Monday
New Delhi: The National Food Security Bill, passed by the Lok Sabha Aug 26, is expected to be taken up by the Rajya Sabha on Monday.
Law has become business now, says Kapil Sibal
Bangalore: Law as a profession has become a business over the years, which is a matter of concern, union Law and Justice Minister Kapil Sibal said on Sunday.
Delhi Metro to construct footover bridges, ramps at stations
New Delhi: To provide seamless connectivity for convenience of its commuters, Delhi Metro will construct extra long foot over bridges (FOB) and ramps in six of its seven interchange stations on Mukundpur Shiv Vihar corridor.
Samples prove Syria used sarin gas, says John Kerry
The US alleges that more than 1,400 people including over 400 children died in the chemical attack near Damascus.
Over 800 people killed due to violence in Iraq in August, says UN
The UN mission in Iraq says over 800 people have died in violence throughout August down somewhat from the month before, but still one of the highest monthly tolls in recent years.
