Srikanth Krishna

Articles by Srikanth Krishna

Srikanth is the new kid on the block, working as a sub-editor with International Business Times. He writes about everything that interests you! In his free time, he listens to Radiohead, supports Manchester City, and enjoys stand-up by Russell Brand.

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Who was Shoko Asahara? Japan executes doomsday cult leader of Aum Shinrikyo

The members of the Japanese cult group Aum Shinrikyo were responsible for carrying out the infamous sarin gas attack on the Tokyo subway in 1995.

Jul 6, 2018

67 girls found 'hypnotised' after police raid ashram in Rajasthan

The girls were rescued by the local police from an ashram run inside a hotel in Rajasthan's Rajsamand. Although they were soon taken for counseling, the girls were hesitant to answer any questions about themselves.

Jul 5, 2018

Does Karnataka minister HD Revanna commute 342 km every day to avoid 'bad luck'?

Many reports claimed that Revanna had been advised by his astrologer not to spend a night at his Bengaluru residence as it might bring him 'bad luck,' but the JD(S) leader clarified his stance.

Jul 5, 2018

Karnataka Budget: Here's the list of everything that will be more expensive

The budget presented by Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy had its own hits and misses as several commodities like petrol, diesel, and liquor have all become more expensive.

Jul 5, 2018

5 facts you must know about Gauri Lankesh

Gauri Lankesh murder case: SIT alleges involvement of 4 top pro-Hindutva outfit leaders

While mentioning seven names in the FIR, the SIT officials have been gathering evidence against these four pro-Hindutva outfit leaders. It is believed that they had ordered Amol Kale, a suspect in the murder case, to kill Lankesh last year.

Jul 5, 2018

Rahul Gandhi ridicules PM Modi's bullet train project; here's why he calls it 'magic' train

While speaking at his Lok Sabha constituency Amethi, Congress President Rahul Gandhi said that if the bullet train was ever constructed, then it will only be under the Congress' regime.

Jul 4, 2018

Chinese army delegation visit India for the first time post Doklam stand-off

The 10-member delegation, led by Lt Gen Liu Xiaowu, Deputy Commander of Western Theatre Command of Chinese Army, will be in India till July 6.

Jul 4, 2018

PM Modi weighs in on personal security debate, says he is not 'Shahenshah' to ignore people's affection

Despite reports claiming there is an "all-time high" threat to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's life, he stated that he cannot remain seated in his vehicle when there are thousands of people looking to greet him on the streets.

Jul 3, 2018

H4 visa: Relief for Indian spouses of H-1B holders as Trump admin misses deadline for second time

The Department of Homeland Security had earlier told a US court that it intends to issue the Notice of Proposed Rule Making by end of June. If it had been issued on time, then it would have initiated the process to terminate the Obama-era visa policy.

Jul 3, 2018

Andheri bridge collapse: 2016 RTI revealed bridges between Mumbai's Churchgate-Virar line were safe

The Gokhale bridge connects Andheri East and Andheri West railway stations and is used by thousands of commuters every day. Interestingly, an RTI query from 2016 had revealed that all foot-over bridges between Churchgate-Virar line were safe.

Jul 3, 2018

Is Hyderabad's Charminar crumbling? Here's how ASI plans to deal with the cracks

The cracks may have appeared due to water-logging caused by heavy rainfall. It also damaged the north-eastern side of Charminar, according to an Archaeological Survey of India official. Help has now been sought from IIT Madras.

Jul 2, 2018

Punjab calls for death penalty to drug peddlers; Cabinet writes to Centre

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh says that drugs are destroying the younger generation and it is the need of the hour to curb the growing menace in the state.

Jul 2, 2018

Delhi mass suicide: 10 questions still unanswered in the mysterious Burari family deaths

Various theories have made rounds ever since 11 family members were found hanging — blindfolded, gagged and hands tied — inside their house in Delhi's Burari area on July 1.

Jul 2, 2018

South Korean President Moon Jae-in to embark on Asian tour, hold bilateral summit with PM Modi

The summit was confirmed by the South Korean presidential office on Monday as it said: "President Moon and Prime Minister Modi are expected to discuss ways to strengthen the countries' special strategic partnership and to further expand their future-oriented cooperation."

Jul 2, 2018

Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj

Rajnath Singh calls up Sushma Swaraj, expresses sympathy after Twitter troll attack

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh expressed his sympathy for External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj after the latter faced the wrath of social media over the passport row of an interfaith couple from Lucknow.

Jul 2, 2018

Jammu & Kashmir: Doctor saves many lives during Pulwama encounter only to declare his own son dead

The 16-year-old boy Faizan Ahmad Khan was trying to disrupt an anti-militancy operation when he was hit by a bullet in the chest. The wounded teenager was rushed to the same hospital where his father worked as a doctor, however, it was too late.

Jul 1, 2018

Uttarakhand: Over 40 passengers killed as bus falls into 60-ft gorge in Garhwal district

The bus was reportedly a 28-seater minibus but was carrying about 45 passengers. Prime minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over the tragic accident.

Jul 1, 2018

Delhi shocker: 11 members of a family found hanging in Burari home, cops suspect mass suicide

The Delhi police have launched an investigation to ascertain if it was a mass suicide or if they were murdered and then hanged. Reports suggest that it could likely be a case of suicide as the family was going through financial troubles.

Jul 1, 2018

Union minister Satyapal Singh reaffirms his stance on Darwin, claims his ancestors were not apes

Darwin's work might have shaped science as we know it, but looks like the father of evolution has failed to convince the man responsible for Higher Education in India. BJP leader Satyapal Singh, who has a PhD, seems to think evolution is baseless since humans "have always been humans."

Jul 1, 2018

'MNS-style' assault on PVR manager over exorbitant popcorn prices in Pune multiplex

The incident came to light when MNS activists led by Kishore Shinde and Ramesh Pardeshi reached the multiplex with placards and shouting slogans against the exorbitant food prices.

Jun 29, 2018

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Articles by Srikanth Krishna

Who was Shoko Asahara? Japan executes doomsday cult leader of Aum Shinrikyo

67 girls found 'hypnotised' after police raid ashram in Rajasthan

Does Karnataka minister HD Revanna commute 342 km every day to avoid 'bad luck'?

Karnataka Budget: Here's the list of everything that will be more expensive

Gauri Lankesh murder case: SIT alleges involvement of 4 top pro-Hindutva outfit leaders

Rahul Gandhi ridicules PM Modi's bullet train project; here's why he calls it 'magic' train

Chinese army delegation visit India for the first time post Doklam stand-off

PM Modi weighs in on personal security debate, says he is not 'Shahenshah' to ignore people's affection

H4 visa: Relief for Indian spouses of H-1B holders as Trump admin misses deadline for second time

Andheri bridge collapse: 2016 RTI revealed bridges between Mumbai's Churchgate-Virar line were safe

Is Hyderabad's Charminar crumbling? Here's how ASI plans to deal with the cracks

Punjab calls for death penalty to drug peddlers; Cabinet writes to Centre

Delhi mass suicide: 10 questions still unanswered in the mysterious Burari family deaths

South Korean President Moon Jae-in to embark on Asian tour, hold bilateral summit with PM Modi

Rajnath Singh calls up Sushma Swaraj, expresses sympathy after Twitter troll attack

Jammu & Kashmir: Doctor saves many lives during Pulwama encounter only to declare his own son dead

Uttarakhand: Over 40 passengers killed as bus falls into 60-ft gorge in Garhwal district

Delhi shocker: 11 members of a family found hanging in Burari home, cops suspect mass suicide

Union minister Satyapal Singh reaffirms his stance on Darwin, claims his ancestors were not apes

'MNS-style' assault on PVR manager over exorbitant popcorn prices in Pune multiplex

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'