Pritha Mallick

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What is ETIM, the Pakistan-based terror group that threatens China?

The increased threat perception comes at a time when Chinese counter-terrorism efforts have invited criticism from human rights outfits and western governments.

Jun 22, 2019

US columnist accuses President Donald Trump of sexual assault

US magazine columnist E Jean Caroll claimed that he 'lunged' at her at the upscale Bergdorf's store's lingerie section in 1995 and pushed her against the wall while attempting to kiss her.

Jun 22, 2019

Two little girls committed suicide in Japan after a perfectly normal day in school.

Japan school sorry for making female students report about their period cycle

Details regarding the case emerged after a first-year female student told her parents that she was made to say her name, class and number of days into her menstrual cycle in the presence of other teachers in the room.

Jun 21, 2019

Hong Kong anti-extradition protesters demand apology for police brutality, release of detained activists

A Hong Kong police spokesperson said that they respected the protestors rally and there was a "no clearance operation".

Jun 21, 2019

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India deploys two warships in Gulf of Oman amid US-Iran tensions

The Indian Navy deployed INS Chennai and INS Sunanya as part of its strategic operation titled 'Sankalp' in the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf "to undertake maritime security operations" the statement by the defence ministry said.

Jun 21, 2019

WATCH: Woman thrashed for dancing and not wearing hijab as crowd cheer in Iran

A video of a woman getting dragged on a street in Iran for not wearing hijab circulated on social media.

Jun 20, 2019

Ex-Interpol chief Meng Hongwei admits accepting $2.1 million in bribes

Meng admitted to accusations of using the various position he held between 2005 and 2017 to help companies make illegal gains and accepting bribes worth $2.11 million.

Jun 20, 2019

Does the new Pentagon doctrine want nuclear deterrence to fail?

The Pentagon's preference for nuclear weapons against all other forms of weapons of mass destruction shows that destruction of targets are planned in anticipation that deterrence will fail.

Jun 20, 2019

Pakistani spy Sejal Kapoor: Here's how she lured 98 targets in India's armed forces

The hacker deceived her targets by sharing pictures and videos using a software malware called "whisper" which is reported to be connected to a third-party server in a West Asian country.

Jun 20, 2019

Iranian revolutionary guard march during a parade

Iran's Revolutionary Guard shoots down US drone, pentagon declines to comment

The unmanned military aircraft was shot down when it entered Iran's airspace near the Kouhmobarak district in the south.

Jun 20, 2019

Pakistan's heaviest man shifted to hospital by special military helicopter

The rescue operation involved breaking the wall of Noor Hassan's house as he is too big to pass through the main gate

Jun 19, 2019

Over 70 million people displaced worldwide by war, violence at end of 2018: UN

While the global refugee population has exceeded the previous year's estimate by 2.3 million, the current refugee population exceeds the population of Thailand.

Jun 19, 2019

Fracking and earthquakes: This is why China says shale mining didn't cause Sichuan tremor

Fracking is highly controversial in many countries. While supporters say highlight economic benefits, others point out environmental impacts.

Jun 19, 2019

Egypt's Mohamed Morsi dies during court trial; Muslim Brotherhood calls for protests

Human Rights Watch calls Morsi's death terrible and entirely predictable, accusing the government of not allowing him adequate medical care.

Jun 18, 2019

4 shot at during Toronto Raptor's NBA victory rally attended by 1.5 million people

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Toronto Mayor John Tory were among those on stage at the time of the incident.

Jun 18, 2019

US Acting Defence Secretary Patrick Shanahan

US to send 1,000 more troops to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran

The acting Defence Secretary, Patrick Shanahan said that the US does not 'seek conflict with Iran'.

Jun 18, 2019

6.0 magnitude earthquake hits China's Sichuan province; 12 killed, 125 injured

The earthquake's epicentre with a depth of 16 km was monitored at 28.34 degrees north latitude and 104.90 degrees east longitude.

Jun 18, 2019

12 civilians killed in insurgent attack at govt-held Aleppo region in Syria

It is reported that the attacks struck a wedding celebration. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that out of the 15 civilian casualties, four were children and 15 injured people were taken to the hospital.

Jun 17, 2019

Saudi Arabia to not execute teenager arrested for taking part in anti-govt rally

Murtaja Quereris was arrested by the Saudi officials in September 2014 on charges of terrorism.

Jun 17, 2019

Boko Haram triple suicide bombings claim 30 lives, 40 injured

Officials have confirmed the death of 30 people due to the attack by militant group Boko Haram in northeast Nigeria.

Jun 17, 2019

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Articles by Pritha Mallick

What is ETIM, the Pakistan-based terror group that threatens China?

US columnist accuses President Donald Trump of sexual assault

Japan school sorry for making female students report about their period cycle

Hong Kong anti-extradition protesters demand apology for police brutality, release of detained activists

India deploys two warships in Gulf of Oman amid US-Iran tensions

WATCH: Woman thrashed for dancing and not wearing hijab as crowd cheer in Iran

Ex-Interpol chief Meng Hongwei admits accepting $2.1 million in bribes

Does the new Pentagon doctrine want nuclear deterrence to fail?

Pakistani spy Sejal Kapoor: Here's how she lured 98 targets in India's armed forces

Iran's Revolutionary Guard shoots down US drone, pentagon declines to comment

Pakistan's heaviest man shifted to hospital by special military helicopter

Over 70 million people displaced worldwide by war, violence at end of 2018: UN

Fracking and earthquakes: This is why China says shale mining didn't cause Sichuan tremor

Egypt's Mohamed Morsi dies during court trial; Muslim Brotherhood calls for protests

4 shot at during Toronto Raptor's NBA victory rally attended by 1.5 million people

US to send 1,000 more troops to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran

6.0 magnitude earthquake hits China's Sichuan province; 12 killed, 125 injured

12 civilians killed in insurgent attack at govt-held Aleppo region in Syria

Saudi Arabia to not execute teenager arrested for taking part in anti-govt rally

Boko Haram triple suicide bombings claim 30 lives, 40 injured

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'