Indian President approves Padma awards list
At least eighty-five people are set to get the Padma awards as the Indian President has approved the names of these people for the awards ahead of the Republic Day. Renowned music director Ilaiyaraaja,...
US federal shutdown ends harmlessly
Putting an end to the United States federal shutdown, the Democrats and Republicans have voted in favour of the temporary funding bill presented by the government before the Senate and House of Representatives. Earlier,...
India to sign two MoUs with the UK
The Indian government is set to ink at least two Memorandum of Understandings with the United Kingdome, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to London in March. As per the report, one of...
China defends Pakistan as the US launches ‘Word War’ against Islamabad
Openly acknowledging Pakistan as its all-weather alley, China has defended Pakistan from the US’ allegation that Islamabad deceived Washington. The United States claimed that Pakistan secured huge amount from the White House in the...
Historical Triple Talaq bill set to be introduced in parliament today
In order to put an end to the illogical practice of ‘Triple Talaq’, which is still being practiced in certain regions of the country despite it was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, a...
Top Court to reexamine the constitutionality of Section 497 of IPC
The Supreme Court of India has admitted a petition, which has challenged the constitutionality of the Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code, observing that the adultery law is not compatible with the Right...
Russia likely to support India’s membership bid in Wassenaar Arrangement
Russia, which is one of the most supportive foreign partners of India, is likely to support the latter’s membership bid in the Wassenaar Arranagement, the multilateral technology regime similar to the Nuclear Supply Group....
‘Angel of Death’ convicted for ‘crimes against humanity’
Former Argentinean navy officer Captain Alfredo Astiz, who is popularly known as the ‘Angel of Death’, and his former colleague, Captain Jorge Eduardo Acosta, who is known as the ‘Tiger’, have been convicted to...
UK to give a huge sum to EU as part of ‘Divorce Bill’
In an effort to see progress in the Brexit negotiations, the United Kingdome has agreed to accept a heavy financial commitment, which is not likely to get the assent of the common citizens living...
India competes with UK to grab a position in ICJ
Several hours after India faced a small setback in the first round of the International Court of Justice election, the country has begun its efforts to ensure that its nominee gains a seat in...