Hanuman Chalisa controversy escalates in Varanasi, Police step up security

Oct 05, 2025

The dispute started when members of a particular community objected to the recitation of Hanuman Chalisa at a Hanuman temple in Varanasi's Madanpur area.

Asia Cup: Match referee Pycroft drawn into controversy as handshake row escalates

Sep 15, 2025

Match referee Andy Pycroft has found himself at the centre of controversy after India's seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup clash at...

Iranian missile strikes Haifa refinery in northern Israel, no casualties reported

Mar 19, 2026

An Iranian ballistic missile struck a major oil refinery complex in northern Israel on Thursday as the conflict in West Asia escalates, CNN reported.

China escalates military threats against Taiwan

Oct 01, 2025

A Taiwan defence expert has warned that China's newest weapon systems, unveiled during last month's military parade in Beijing, are specifically designed to undermine...

Amid rising tensions with China, Taiwan unveils record defence budget

Aug 14, 2020

Taipei [Taiwan], August 14 : As tensions with China escalates, Taiwan has unveiled a budget with a 10 per cent increase in defence spending...

At least 813 Afghan migrants return home from Pakistan this week: Report

Dec 20, 2023

The Taliban's Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation announced the repatriation of hundreds of migrants from Pakistan to Afghanistan. On Tuesday, the department declared on...