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German Chancellor Angela Merkel

Germany backs European Union chief for second term

The 28 EU leaders are due to decide as their summit starts in Brussels on Thursday on who will be president of EU...

10 March 2017 2:08 AM IST

renowned British physicist Stephen Hawking has warns that the aggressive instincts of humans, coupled with the fast pace of growth in technology may destroy us all by nuclear or biological war.

Stephen Hawking pins hopes on world government'

Physicist says if humanity needs to survive, then form one new government.

10 March 2017 1:48 AM IST

UNHRC. (Photo: File)

Pakistan continues to illegally occupy part of our country: India at...

India also expressed surprise over the silence of the UNHRC chief in a debate regarding Pakistan's role in terrorism.

9 March 2017 8:34 PM IST

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. (Photo: AFP)

Fearing hackers, Russia's top diplomat leaves phone at home

I myself try not to bring any phones to talks regarding sensitive issues,' Lavrov said.

9 March 2017 8:23 PM IST

Begumpet police arrested a former worker of a jewellery shop in Begumpet for stealing gold ornaments from the shop.

Belgian woman arrested over possible attack plan in Europe

The 24-year-old woman, identified as Molly B, was picked up during a police raid overnight on March 7.

9 March 2017 7:37 PM IST

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. (Photo: AP)

Kremlin denies violating nuclear arms pact with US

During earlier bickering over the INF Treaty, Russia has sought to turn the tables on the US with claims of perceived US...

9 March 2017 7:12 PM IST

Neither side is interested in damaging relations, said Sigmar Gabriel

There are lines that may not be crossed': Germany on Nazi comment

Last week the Turkish President criticised the debate surrounding the cancelled campaign appearances of Turkish...

9 March 2017 2:16 PM IST

Neal Dhilan Singhs funeral yesterday saw undertakers dressed as Batman and Robin while crowds of mourners sported colourful capes and masks in honour of his memory. (Photo: Videograb)

Indian-origin mom holds superhero-themed funeral for son in UK

Neal passed away unexpectedly on the evening of January 5 at the family home in Beckenham.

9 March 2017 9:42 AM IST

Iranian officials say ISIS terrorists have been targeting the country in recent months, while Tehran has ramped up its military presence in both Iraq and Syria. (Photo: Representational Image/AFP)

British terror suspect blames evil spirits'; had no intention to wage...

The computer gaming enthusiast is said to have been radicalised through his interest in the internet.

9 March 2017 8:04 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin

Russia: Feminist activists detained over protest outside Kremlin

-"Moscow and St Petersburg feminists who seized the Kremlin congratulate you on March 8,-" Nenasheva wrote.

8 March 2017 6:37 PM IST

54 detained in Paris suburb for violent rioting, detained till tomorrow

54 detained in Paris suburb for violent rioting, detained till...

The youngsters were arrested for allegedly throwing stones at police cars, setting fires and lobbing smoke bombs into a...

8 March 2017 6:17 PM IST

UN High Commissioner on Human Rights, Zeid Raad Al Hussein. (Photo: AFP)

US needs better leadership to fight xenophobia: UN rights chief slams...

The United States holds a seat on the 47-member rights council and had been an active member.

8 March 2017 5:21 PM IST