Johnlee Varghese

Articles by Johnlee Varghese

Johnlee is a Senior Correspondent for IBT India. He currently writes on politics and global affairs,with special focus on Middle East.

Email : j.varghese@ibtimes.co.in Twitter: @Johnleeabraham

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Executions in Pakistan since December has already reached 160.

Pakistan 'Hurriedly' Hangs 7 Prisoners Ahead of Ramadan

The number of executions in Pakistan since December 2014 has reached 160.

Jun 17, 2015

A Syrian boy who was featured in an humanitarian video two years back now seems to have joined Isis.

7-Year-Old Syrian Boy Who Cursed Bashar al-Assad in Video Joins Isis [PHOTOS]

Children affected by Syrian conflict are being brainwashed into joining the Isis.

Jun 17, 2015

A video grab shows Isis supporters in Mosul celebrating the fall of Ramadi.

Isis' Ramadan Restrictions in Mosul Include 80 Lashes for Men Who Allow Women to Shop Alone

Men have been asked to work only for two hours a day and spend the remaining hours in prayers.

Jun 17, 2015

Ramadan 2015: 5 Things Foreigners Visiting Muslim Nations Should Never Do During the Islamic Month of Fasting

This year Ramadan is expected to start from 18 June.

Jun 16, 2015

A crescent moon is seen with the planet Jupiter in the sky over Amman December 1, 2008

Ramadan 2015: Holy Month will Begin from 18 June in Europe, US, Australia, Africa and Asia

Most countries will witness the crescent moon with much difficultly on 17 June, experts predict.

Jun 16, 2015

A number of youngsters in Florida are consuming a deadly drug known as Flakka, which is wrecking havoc in the local communities.

Florida's Flakka Problem: New Synthetic Drug Makes People Believe they are Superheroes [VIDEO]

At least 16 people have died after consuming Flakka.

Jun 16, 2015

Isis beheads Jaish al Islam fighter in Qalamoun.

Isis Releases New Beheading Photo Report from Qalamoun

The beheading seems to be a desperate ploy to deflect attention from its recent defeat in Tal Abyad.

Jun 16, 2015

UAE Imposes over $68,000 Fine, Jail Term for Swearing on Whatsapp; Expatriates Face Deportation

UAE had made online verbal insult a punishable offence in 2014.

Jun 16, 2015

Muslims pray at the Central London Mosque during Ramadan

Ramadan 2015: Muslims in UK Forced to Fast for Over 20 Hours Due to Long Summer Days

The 'excessive' fasting hours poses serious health issues for the elderly and the young, according to him.

Jun 16, 2015

Petrol Price Increased by 64 Paisa; Diesel Slashed by ₹1.35

The new revised rates will be effective from midnight of 15 June.

Jun 15, 2015

Claims that Australia Bribed People-Smugglers to Turn Back Migrant Boat Away from its Shore Sparks Outrage

Traffickers reportedly told the Indonesian police that they were paid $5,000 by Australian navy to turn back their vessel from its shore.

Jun 15, 2015

Chad: 40 Feared Killed in Twin Suicide Bombings at Police Headquarters in N'Djamena

It is suspected that Boko Haram militants were responsible for the attacks.

Jun 15, 2015

File photo of ruined columns at the historical city of Palmyra, in the Syrian desert

Palmyra: Isis Fighters Destroy Tombs in Tadmur [PHOTOS]

Since Isis took over Palmyra in March, it was feared that the Sunni group would destroy the ancient city's rich monumental ruins.

Jun 15, 2015

Farah Ann Abdul Hadi at the 28th SEA Games

Malaysia: Muslim Clerics Ask SEA Games Double Gold Winner Gymnast to Wear Burqa

Thousands of fans of Farah Ann Abdul Hadi have slammed those who mocked her for revealing 'genitalia'.

Jun 15, 2015

An aerial view of the 50th Paris Air Show, at the Le Bourget airport near Paris June 18, 2013.

Watch Paris Air Show 2015 Live: Le Bourget Event Details and Live Streaming Information

The 51st edition of Paris Air show will kick start on 15 June.

Jun 14, 2015

Turkish soldiers stand guard as Syrian refugees wait for transportation after crossing into Turkey from the Syrian town of Tal Abyad

Kurdish Militia Advances on Isis-held Tel Abyad, Sparks Mass Exodus

YPG fighters were battling the Islamic State terrorists on the eastern outskirts of Tel Abyad on Sunday.

Jun 14, 2015

Happy Flag Day 2015: 10 Quotes to Understand What the Star-Spangled Banner Means to Patriotic Americans

14 June commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States in 1777.

Jun 14, 2015

Saudi soldiers at Khoba, a frontline border post with Yemen

Houthi Rebels Capture Saudi Town Near Yemen Border

Al Hazm, the capital of the province of al Jawf, was captured by the Houthis on Sunday.

Jun 14, 2015

At least 30 dangerous animals are said to be free following the flooding in Tbilisi.

Tbilisi: Lions, Alligators, Bears, Hippos Roam the Streets after Georgia Floods [Photos+Video]

At least 30 dangerous animals have reportedly fled the city zoo.

Jun 14, 2015

Calicut International Airport in Kozhikode

Kozhikode Airport Shooting: Police Arrest 8 AAI Officials for Scuffle Leading to CISF Jawan's Death [CCTV Video]

The scuffle at the VIP security check area of Karipur Airport was the outcome of a long standing feud between the CISF personnel and the officials of AAI's fire department.

Jun 12, 2015

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Articles by Johnlee Varghese

Pakistan 'Hurriedly' Hangs 7 Prisoners Ahead of Ramadan

7-Year-Old Syrian Boy Who Cursed Bashar al-Assad in Video Joins Isis [PHOTOS]

Isis' Ramadan Restrictions in Mosul Include 80 Lashes for Men Who Allow Women to Shop Alone

Ramadan 2015: 5 Things Foreigners Visiting Muslim Nations Should Never Do During the Islamic Month of Fasting

Ramadan 2015: Holy Month will Begin from 18 June in Europe, US, Australia, Africa and Asia

Florida's Flakka Problem: New Synthetic Drug Makes People Believe they are Superheroes [VIDEO]

Isis Releases New Beheading Photo Report from Qalamoun

UAE Imposes over $68,000 Fine, Jail Term for Swearing on Whatsapp; Expatriates Face Deportation

Ramadan 2015: Muslims in UK Forced to Fast for Over 20 Hours Due to Long Summer Days

Petrol Price Increased by 64 Paisa; Diesel Slashed by ₹1.35

Claims that Australia Bribed People-Smugglers to Turn Back Migrant Boat Away from its Shore Sparks Outrage

Chad: 40 Feared Killed in Twin Suicide Bombings at Police Headquarters in N'Djamena

Palmyra: Isis Fighters Destroy Tombs in Tadmur [PHOTOS]

Malaysia: Muslim Clerics Ask SEA Games Double Gold Winner Gymnast to Wear Burqa

Watch Paris Air Show 2015 Live: Le Bourget Event Details and Live Streaming Information

Kurdish Militia Advances on Isis-held Tel Abyad, Sparks Mass Exodus

Happy Flag Day 2015: 10 Quotes to Understand What the Star-Spangled Banner Means to Patriotic Americans

Houthi Rebels Capture Saudi Town Near Yemen Border

Tbilisi: Lions, Alligators, Bears, Hippos Roam the Streets after Georgia Floods [Photos+Video]

Kozhikode Airport Shooting: Police Arrest 8 AAI Officials for Scuffle Leading to CISF Jawan's Death [CCTV Video]

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'