India
DGCA committee recommends psychometric tests for pilots in four stages: Sources
After an approval from the DGCA, an expert committee will be formed to decide what should be the tests that are conducted and their quantum.
Modi takes the wheel to end blockades in the Delhi-Jaipur Pink City Expressway
The journey from the capital to the rose-hued sandstone tourist town can take six bumpy hours and is a symbol of the challenges Modi faces to kick-start Asia's third-largest economy.
Chhattisgarh Naxals ask people to observe 'martyrdom week', plan to intensify activities
The ultras for the first time this season put up pamphlets, banners and flags on Thursday, appealing to people to observe Maoist week.
Agra: 8-year-old, mother brutally beaten for stealing a spoon of milk powder
What is more shocking is that the police initially did not take any action and also charged the victim for petrol expenses to travel to the scene of the incident.
Women police officers in Asaram rape probe receive threat letter
A letter has appeared in Ahmedabad threatening two women police officers who had investigated the rape case against self-styled godman Asaram.
Air India plane with Manmohan Singh onboard fly without retracting wheels
The incident happened on July 12 when the flight, a Boeing 787-800 (Dreamliner) plane, was flying to Delhi from Amritsar.
CBI seeks cancellation of Dayanidhi Maran's interim pre-arrest bail
Justice R Subbiah had granted the relief on a petition by Maran apprehending arrest.
Chennai: Valve made from a cow's heart saves an 81-year-old woman
According to reports, the procedure was a difficult one as the woman had also undergone treatment for breast cancer a few years ago.
PM Modi conveys to Myanmar India's commitment to deepen ties
Underlining Myanmar's importance for peace and stability in the region, PM Modi conveyed to it India's commitment to deepen ties in all key areas including security.
Assam flood situation grim, 65,000 people affected
Sonitpur district bore the brunt of the disaster with nearly 50,000 people suffering, followed by Lakhimpur with over 13,000 people being affected.
AIIMS Patna launches free surgery service for leprosy patients
As part of the programme launched by the institute on Wednesday on World Plastic Surgery Day, a 35-year-old man from Patna was operated for claw hand.
Delhi HC suggests Kejriwal government to do away with ban on app-based cabs
The Delhi High Court has suggested that the state government must hear fresh pleas of the app-based cab services for grant of licence.
BSF personnel injured in firing by Pakistan Rangers in Jammu
Pakistani Rangers violated the ceasefire again and resorted to sniper firing, leaving a BSF jawan injured and triggering an exchange of fire in Jammu.
Pakistan's 26/11 statement is no u-turn, won't affect future action: Government sources
Government sources have said that the comment by Aziz should not be viewed as a u-turn by Pakistan as talks in this regard are yet to begin.
Manmohan Singh welcomes talks with Pakistan , hopes Pakistan means business
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh welcomed move to revive talks between India and Pakistan .
States asked to develop online portals to report prenatal sex determination
The Centre has asked the states to develop online portal to receive complaints on prenatal sex determination.
