IS claims attack outside Damascus shrine in Syria
Islamic State group has claimed the responsibilty for suicide bombers attack outside a Shiite shrine near the Syrian capital, leaving at least 20 people dead and more than 30 injured…
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina vows to end deadly attacks
Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, has vowed to bring an end to a wave of targeted killings of minorities and secular citizens in the country. She said, her government would…
President Mukherjee on 3-day visit to Ghana, Ivory Coast, Namibia
AMN India’s President Mukherjee is leaving for three-nation tour to Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire and Namibia today. On the first leg of his visit, Mr Mukherjee will reach the Ghanaian capital…
Death toll rises to 12 in Syria twin blasts
At least 12 people have been killed in a twin bomb attack on a suburb of Damascus which is home to Syria’s holiest Shia shrine. State media said 55 people…
Obama approves wider US military role in Afghanistan
US President Barack Obama has approved a wider role for the US military in Afghanistan to help local forces combat the Taliban. The new plan, which follows months of debate,…
US sends strong message to Pak on terror
The US state department has asked Pakistan to ensure that it’s territory is not used for planning attacks in India. This comes close on the heels of PM Modi’s address…
Pakistan reaches out to Mexico, Italy seeking support for NSG bid
Pakistan has reached out to Mexico and Italy seeking support for its NSG membership bid, stepping up diplomatic efforts for its inclusion in the elite 48-nation bloc. A Foreign Office…
India, Japan and US begin Malabar Exercise near South China Sea
India, Japan and the US kicked off their marine war games, Malabar Exercise, near South China Sea. The 8-day joint exercises will see in action over 100 aircraft and 22…
Future strikes could impact ties: Pakistan warns US
WEB DESK / Pakistan on Friday warned United States that any future violation of its sovereignty by a drone strike by later would be detrimental to their ties. Adviser to…
Japan, US and India hold naval drills off Okinawa
Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force and the US and Indian navies are holding 8-day joint exercises in waters east of Okinawa, southwestern Japan. The large-scale drills involve a destroyer from Japan,…