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Rupee crashes to all-time low at 69 against US dollar

The rupee fell to an all-time low against the U.S. dollar in early trade on Thursday, tracking Asian peers with weakening macro-economic fundamentals on the domestic front also weighing on the currency.

Jun 28, 2018

Women's safety in India worse than war-torn countries of Syria, Afghanistan: Global poll

India has been ranked ahead of Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan and even Syria when it comes to safety threats and sexual violence faced by women. The country has seen over fifty cases of rape reported in the first six months of 2018 alone.

Jun 27, 2018

India no longer home to the most poor: 44 Indians escape extreme poverty every minute

A new study by Brookings finds India drop to 3rd position in the number of people living in poverty. Country expected to eradicate extreme poverty by 2030.

Jun 27, 2018

US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis in China for an 'open dialogue' amid rising tensions

US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis kicks off his first day of talks with Chinese officials on Wednesday, part of an effort to bolster security dialogue as Sino-U.S. tensions rise.

Jun 27, 2018

IIM Ahmadabad celebrates alumni success with YAAA 2018

The fourth edition of the annual programme on campus at IIM Ahmedabad saw successful alumni of the institute interacting with new students to inspire them to dream big.

Jun 26, 2018

Malaysia Open 2018: Badminton live stream, TV listings, daily schedule and draw preview

While fourth seed Kidambi Srikanth has been handed an easy draw, women's singles stars PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal face tough tests early in the World Tour Super 750 tournament in Malaysia. How to watch the badminton matches online.

Jun 26, 2018

To counter Trump's trade tariffs, Harley-Davidson to shift manufacturing out of US

American motorcycle brand announced its plans to expand its international facilities and shift some production in order to better cater the European market. The move comes after EU announced tariffs on American goods to counter Trump's tariffs.

Jun 26, 2018

Taliban rejects pleas by Afghan elders for a ceasefire extension

The Taliban on Monday rejected pleas by Afghan elders and activists for an extension of this month's ceasefire and said they amounted to a call for surrender to foreign forces.

Jun 26, 2018

Global cues subdue equity indices, Sensex ends 200 points lower

On the currency front, the Indian rupee weakened by 29 paise against the US dollar to 68.13, from its previous close of 67.84 per greenback.

Jun 25, 2018

Another Chinese space station about to fall? China lowers orbit of Tiangong-2

Tiangong--2 might also be de-orbiting and falling back to the Earth, here is how you can track its progress.

Jun 25, 2018

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IIFA 2018's best and worst dress: Several stars fail to impress [Photos]

A slew of stars walked the green carpet of the IIFA Awards 2018 in Bangkok. Only a few celebrities like Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon found a spot in the best dressed while several others landed themselves in the worst dressed list.

Jun 24, 2018

Jewellery shop robbery in Borivli, Mumbai

Weaker global gold prices lure buyers in most Asian hubs

Spot gold touched its lowest since December 19 at $1,260.84 an ounce on Thursday, weighed down by outlook for higher interest rates in the United States and as the dollar climbed to an 11-month peak.

Jun 24, 2018

India offers an olive branch to US amid trade war, plans to buy 1,000 aircraft

India would pay approximately about $5 billion a year for aircraft and about $4 billion for purchase of oil and gas from the US.

Jun 23, 2018

Kiara Advani's masturbation scene: Lata Mangeshkar's family upset over use of K3G song in Lust Stories

The viral masturbation scene showing Kiara Advani's self-satisfactory act and the title track of Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham (K3G) playing in the background has irked the family members of the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Jun 23, 2018

Air Asia passengers complain of suffocation in 'smoky' flight, accuse airline of ill-treatment

Some flyers on board an Air Asia Kolkata-Bagdogra flight reportedly had an argument with the crew members and the pilot of the plane. The passengers have accused the airline of ill-treatment and bad behaviour and said they were forced to deboard the aircraft after the flight was delayed by over four hours.

Jun 21, 2018

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Search Results for: Asia Pacific

Rupee crashes to all-time low at 69 against US dollar

Women's safety in India worse than war-torn countries of Syria, Afghanistan: Global poll

India no longer home to the most poor: 44 Indians escape extreme poverty every minute

US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis in China for an 'open dialogue' amid rising tensions

IIM Ahmadabad celebrates alumni success with YAAA 2018

Malaysia Open 2018: Badminton live stream, TV listings, daily schedule and draw preview

To counter Trump's trade tariffs, Harley-Davidson to shift manufacturing out of US

Taliban rejects pleas by Afghan elders for a ceasefire extension

Global cues subdue equity indices, Sensex ends 200 points lower

Another Chinese space station about to fall? China lowers orbit of Tiangong-2

IIFA 2018's best and worst dress: Several stars fail to impress [Photos]

Weaker global gold prices lure buyers in most Asian hubs

India offers an olive branch to US amid trade war, plans to buy 1,000 aircraft

Kiara Advani's masturbation scene: Lata Mangeshkar's family upset over use of K3G song in Lust Stories

Air Asia passengers complain of suffocation in 'smoky' flight, accuse airline of ill-treatment

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]