22 killed in fresh wave of Iraq violence
At least 22 people including several children were killed in fresh wave of violence in different areas in Iraq. At least 14 Iraqi soldiers were killed and 17 others injured…
Chinese couples can have two children now
AMN // Chinese legislators have hailed the move to amend the country’s controversial family planning law. The amendment will allow couples to have two children by scrapping the over three…
Iraqi forces recapture several areas of Ramadi from Islamic State
Iraqi forces are moving closer to the centre of Ramadi after launching a major assault drive of Islamic State fighters who captured the city in May. Authorities say troops have…
200 civilians killed in Russian air strikes in Syria: Amnesty
An Amnesty International report says that at least 200 civilians have been killed in Russian air strikes in Syria, quoting witnesses and activists. It says that it researched remotely more…
PM Modi bats for unity; Says India believes world is one family
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India has an ancient tradition of openness, respect for diversity of beliefs and cultures. Before leaving for Moscow on a two-day official visit,…
UNSC extends sanctions against Taliban
The UN Security Council has extended sanctions against the Taliban for 18 months in a resolution that warned of the increasing presence and potential growth of Islamic State affiliates in…
EU renews economic sanctions against Russia for 6 months
The European Union has renewed its economic sanctions against Russia for six months over its involvement in the Ukraine crisis. The 28-member body extended the sanctions until July 31st, 2016,…
PM Modi to visit Russia to attend 16th Annual Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will leave for Russia tomorrow afternoon on a two day visit to attend the 16th Annual Summit. The summit would take place on the 24th. Briefing…
India hails Nepal’s move to amend Constitution to address Madhesis’ demands
AMN / India has welcomed Nepal government’s important decision to address and resolve demands regarding the Constitution raised by agitating Madhes-based parties. It urged all Nepali political forces to demonstrate…
Spain polls: Conservative party wins but falls short of majority
Governing conservative party in Spain won the most seats in the general election but has fallen short of a majority. With almost all votes counted, the Popular Party was on…