India
Egypt clashes kill 235 as sit-ins dispersed
The report quoted head of Egypt's emergency services, as saying another 2,001 people were wounded in clashes that broke out after security forces broke up two pro-Morsi vigils in Cairo.
Two UP policemen suspended for raping, robbing woman
Two police constables were on Wednesday placed under suspension, a day after a 30-year-old woman alleged that she was robbed and raped by them in Shamli district.
Corruption sapping resources, spreading cynicism: Pranab Mukherjee
President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday said that corruption was a major challenge that was sapping the resources of this nation and spreading disillusionment and cynicism and there was a need to "correct this regression".
Kunda DSP murder: Wife seeks CBI documents absolving Raja Bhaiya
Lucknow: The wife of slain Kunda DSP Zia-ul-Haq on Wednesday moved an application before a designated court here seeking documents submitted by the CBI in her husband's murder case.
US Ambassador to India visits IIM-L campus
US Ambassador to India Nancy J Powell on Wednesday visited the Indian Institute of Management (IIM-L) campus and interacted with the students and faculty members.
LoC killings: Parliament rejects Pak National Assembly resolution
Parliament on Wednesday rejected the Pakistan National Assembly resolution, saying it levelled "absolutely baseless and unfounded" allegations against India and asserted that Pakistan Army was actually involved in "unprovoked" attack on the Line of Contro...
Want to continue my form: Parupalli Kashyap
Following a successful outing at the World Championships last week in Guangzhou, top Indian shuttler Parupalli Kashyap wants to continue his form for the rest of the season.
Mayawati favours constitutional amendment to annul SC order on AIIMS
BSP chief Mayawati on Wednesday favoured bringing in a constitutional amendment to annul a Supreme Court order against reservation for faculty in superspeciality section in AIIMS instead of filing a review petition as it would lead to considerable delays.
Mahabodhi temple blasts: Absconding Hindu priest arrested
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) probing the serial bomb blasts at Bodh Gaya's Mahabodhi temple, has arrested a Hindu priest, Arup Brahmachari, police said on Wednesday.
David Ferrer battles past Ryan Harrison in Cincinnati
Ferrer was forced to work for his spot in the last-16 of the Western and Southern Open, grinding out a 7-6 (5), 3-6, 6-4 win over Harrison on Tuesday.
Sonakshi Sinha: My dad loves me in all films, mom is the critic
Sonakshi Sinha says she would not do anything to offend her family.
Tiger Woods' year changed after distraction at Masters
Woods' quest for a major title this year could well have been very different if not for one perfect shot.
INS Sindhurakshak explosion: How the events unfolded
Admiral DK Joshi said initial findings say there was no sabotage, but the possibility of a sabotage cannot be ruled out.
Seemandhra protests: Relief for pilgrims as bus services to Tirumala being restored
In a relief to devotees visiting the abode of Lord Venkateswara in Andhra Pradesh, the bus services run by APSRTC to Tirumala Hills will be restored from Wednesday. The decision was taken late on Tuesday night after RTC employees agreed to exempt these se...
Talks resume as Israel frees Palestinians, pursues settlements
Israel freed 26 Palestinian prisoners on Wednesday to keep US-sponsored peacemaking on course for a second round of talks, but diplomacy remained dogged by Israeli plans for more Jewish homes on land the Palestinians claim for a future state.
India to set up a tax administration reform panel
The Indian government on Tuesday said it will set up a tax administration reform panel to review application of tax policies and laws in the country. The union cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh approved the proposal of setting of the new bo...