India
Government simplifies defence equipment production rules to encourage foreign companies
In order to provide a level-playing field to private players, the government withdrew excise and Customs duty exemptions enjoyed by the Ordinance Factory Board and defence PSUs.
Uber in trouble again, woman alleges a driver tried to forcefully kiss her
The taxi service has suspended the driver accused and issued an apology.
Vegetarian CM Chouhan imposes ban on serving eggs at anganwadis
Activists said introduction of eggs in meals was one way of ensuring children get protein-rich food.
MP: 6 men allegedly gangrape 40-year-old woman suspected of practicing black magic
The woman has been critically injured and is battling for her life.
South Korea considering visa on arrival for Indians: Envoy
South Korea is considering visa on arrival for Indian tourists after its nationals were extended a fast-track electronic travel permit by New Delhi earlier this year.
J&K: Grenade attack on mobile tower in Kupwara, no casualties reported
On May 25, guerrillas killed a man and injured two others in Sopore town in an attack on a BSNL SIM card selling shop.
Government takes 'serious' note of Maggi issue; FSSAI to examine
Taking a "serious" note of quality issues related to global giant Nestle's famous noodle brand Maggi, the government has asked the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to look into the matter.
Agriculture Minister, Kerala CM discuss trawler fishing ban issue
Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh on Friday discussed the extension of the trawler fishing ban period with Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy in New Delhi.
17-year-old boy sodomised, brutally assaulted, dies in custody at Mumbai Juvenile Home
The boy had been taken in custody in connection with a theft case on April 17.
Gujjars end protest as Rajasthan government assures to bring law to provide 5% quota in jobs
The Rajasthan government will table the Bill regarding 5 per cent reservation in jobs under SBC in the upcoming Assembly session.
Rajdhani, Shatabdi trains to have paperless ticketing system
Stepping up efforts to reduce usage of paper, Railways have decided to introduce paperless mobile ticketing system in premium trains like Rajdhani and Shatabdi services.
MEA denies President's visit under threat, refuses to comment on Bofors scam
In an interview to Nyheter, the President had reportedly said that Bofors scam was a media trial that could not be proven in any Indian court.
Man shot at for giving land for cell phone tower in Kashmir
Separatist guerrillas on Wednesday shot at a man whose brother had given land on rent for a mobile phone tower in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district, police said.
Rajasthan: Central forces move to Dausa to assess law and order situation if talks with Gujjars fail
Another round of talks between Rajasthan government officials and Gujjar leaders will resume at 11 AM in Jaipur.
United Spirits posts loss of Rs 1,799.28 crore for March quarter
The company had registered a net loss of Rs 5,380.10 crore in the same period of the previous fiscal.
Osmania University students protests KCR's decision to acquire 11 acres of land
The Chief Minister has grand plans to build two bedroom houses for thousands poor in Hyderabad.
